Professional Development
2026-2027 Teacher Trainings
Our 2026-2027 trainings are designed for teachers across grade levels and subject areas, whether you are new to teaching the Holocaust and antisemitism or looking to deepen your existing practice. Each session is free to attend and will offer practical guidance, classroom-ready resources, and time to think through common challenges with other educators. Act 48 credits will be available.
Our trainings are made possible by the Jack Sittsamer Holocaust Endowment Fund for Teacher Training.
Holocaust 101: The Fundamentals of Holocaust Education
Tuesday, Aug. 4 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
At the Allegheny Intermediate Unit in Homestead
This training will cover core principles, best practices and resources for teaching the Holocaust.
In-person and virtual attendance options are available. Learn more and register.
Judaism and Antisemitism
Thursday, Oct. 1
Time and Location TBA
Explore Jewish identity, religious diversity and recurring patterns of antisemitism.
Further Details and registration to come.
Information Literacy
Thursday, Dec. 10
Time and Location TBA
Help students evaluate Holocaust sources, misinformation, propaganda, and AI-generated content.
Further Details and registration to come.
Emotional Wellness
Thursday, Mar. 11 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
At Chatham University
Support your students and yourself while teaching difficult Holocaust history.
Further Details and registration to come.
Limited Time Opportunities for Educators
Partner Opportunity: Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation Grant
The Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation awards financial grants (up to $1,000) to schools and teachers nationwide, educating students about anti-hate, respect, and kindness through Holocaust education. These school funding grants can be used to fund Holocaust-related learning materials, field trips, Holocaust survivor speakers, and other learning resources. Their grants run on a school calendar year.
Important dates:
Application Opens: August 1
Education Webinar: August 25
Application Closes: October 2
Recipients Notified: Mid-October
Learn more.