Megan Sass- 2022 Young Pioneers Award Recipient

Megan Sass (she/they) is an educator, musician, and writer. They began their career as an educator and songleader at The Goldman Union Camp Institute in Indiana, and over the past eighteen years have worked as a songleader, puppeteer, and teacher developing creative curriculum combining Biblical stories with superheroes and comedy sketch writing. They have worked with children ages 0-22 at numerous institutions across New York City, including SAJ-Judaism That Stands for All, Temple Emanu-El, Storahtelling/Lab Shul, Camp 12 Trails, Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, Columbia University Hillel, and others. They are a natural redhead.

From the recipient: “Being recognized by The Jewish Education project is both thrilling and affirming! The Jewish Education Project has provided a community where we can share ideas, encouragement, and help each other navigate new learning modalities. Through The Jewish Education Project, I feel supported as a Jewish educator with a unique vision, contributing to our shared vision for inspiring and fun Jewish educational experiences.”

Reflection from a colleague: "The staff and families of SAJ-Judaism that Stands for All are so proud that Megan was selected to receive this award! We celebrate Megan's creativity, passion, and resilience to adapt through all phases of the pandemic. This recognition is also a testament to the power of playful progressive values-driven inter-generational experiences. May we all experience pele/wonder!" Debra Fricano, Director of Family Education & Engagement

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