Building the Next Generation of Jewish School Leadership

A new approach to leadership

JSLE exists to identify, develop, and support the next generation of Jewish Day School leaders.

We connect mission-driven individuals with real pathways into leadership, offering guidance, training, and access to opportunities across Jewish education.

This isn’t just about filling roles. It’s about building a stronger, more sustainable future for Jewish schools.

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Why This Matters

Leadership in Jewish day schools shapes everything — from the student experience to the strength of entire communities.

Great leaders:

Set a clear vision for excellence
Strengthen Jewish identity and connection
Build communities that last

Investing in leadership is investing in the future of Jewish life.

Expanding the path to leadership

JSLE was created to rethink how leaders are identified and developed.

Through programs like the Career Advisor Program, we connect talented individuals with meaningful opportunities in Jewish education, whether they’re already in the field or exploring a new path.

By expanding who sees themselves as a future leader, we’re helping close a critical leadership gap across Jewish day schools.

Guided by experienced school leaders

JSLE is guided by Heads of School and educational leaders from across North America.

Nora Anderson
Rambam Day School, Miami

Ariela Dubler
Abraham Joshua Heschel School, New York

Steve Freedman
Solomon Schechter Day School, Bergen County

Naftali Harczstark
SAR High School, Riverdale

Shana Harris
Bialik Hebrew Day School, Toronto

Yaakov May
Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe, Queens

Amanda Pogany
Luria Academy of Brooklyn

Bruce Powell
de Toledo High School, Los Angeles

Naomi Reem
Wilshire Boulevard Day School, Los Angeles

Zipora Schorr
Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School, Baltimore

Susie Tanchel
Jewish Community Day School, Boston

Our Leadership Team

JSLE was shaped by experienced Heads of School and educational leaders who understand the realities of the role. Their collective experience across schools and communities informs a more practical, inclusive approach to leadership development.

Mr. Jason Ablin

Director

With close to 35 years in Jewish education and educational leadership, Jason Ablin has served as a teacher, principal and head of school.

Rabbi Stuart Zweiter

Founder / Consultant

Rabbi Jonathan Zweiter has spent his career shaping the future of Jewish education through visionary leadership, deep community engagement, and a commitment to developing the next generation of school leaders.

Michael Doppelt

Board Chair

Michael Doppelt is a graduate of the Frisch school in New Jersey and has been an active member of Lincoln Square Synagogue since the late 1990s where he now co-chairs the executive board.

Dr. Lori Zeltser

Board Member

Dr. Lori Zeltser is an accomplished educator and community activist committed to building strong foundations for Jewish day schools.

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Josh Opperer

Board Member

Josh Opperer brings a wealth of strategic planning and community leadership experience to the JSLE board.

Evelyn Katz

Board Member

Evelyn Katz is dedicated to supporting school leaders in building thoughtful, collaborative, and resilient educational communities. She brings a practical, people-centered approach to leadership development.

Start Your Journey with Jewish School Leadership Enterprise

Whether you're looking to lead, partner, or support, we invite you to connect.

Our team will get in touch to discuss how we can work together to strengthen Jewish day school leadership.