Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education (CIJE)

The Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education (CIJE) strengthens and enriches education in U.S., Jewish schools across the denominational spectrum, educating a generation for innovation, instilling critical thinking, creativity and problem solving skills. The innovative programs, prepare students at Jewish day schools, academies, and yeshivot for the challenges and opportunities of our global society. Our goal is to make certain that education in our schools is of superior quality, so that students can acquire the skills they will need to excel and compete in the 21st century workplace. CIJE currently provides funding for 30,000 K-12 students and programs at 150 beneficiary schools nationwide including advanced technology, engaging curricula, teacher training and vital support in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) subjects. The organization offers a number of innovative programs including CIJE-Tech Engineering Program, SET3 science, engineering, teamwork, technology & training enrichment programs; and Excellence 2000 (E2K) developed with Israel Center for Excellence in Education (ICEE). CIJE has built over 100 computer laboratories, 25 state-of-the-art science laboratories and donated more than 500 smart boards. CIJE was established as an independent 501(c)(3) charitable organization in 2008. For more information, please visit www.thecije.org.

Website

http://www.TheCIJE.org

External link for Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education (CIJE)

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Company size

11-50 employees

Headquarters

New York, NY

Type

Nonprofit

Founded

2008

Specialties

STEM Education, Science education, Jewish Education, Math Education, K-12, Curriculum, Bioengineering Education, Jewish Day Schools, Technology Education, High School Education, Yeshiva, Judaism, Robotics, Discovery Based Learning, and High School Engineering