Operations: Everyone stepping up
On Saturday, May 29, 2021, the JCC shared our revised face mask policy that allows for the creation of “mask-free” zones throughout our Fitness & Aquatics Center and our Tennis Center. This marks a major milestone for all of us including the Operations department. As you know, 2020 was a year of unprecedented changes in […]
ELS: A look back at our amazing school year
Dear JCC Community, Today is a very special day for all of us in the Early Learning School (ELS), as it is the last day of the 2020-21 school year. When we think back on this past year, for so many of us it was tumultuous, but I will look back on this year with […]
Running a preschool during a pandemic
My name is Courtney Jacobson – I am the Interim Director of the Early Learning School (ELS) and Director of Camp Shai. I am also a Denver native, so I have been able to call the JCC Denver “my J” for a long time. I have been working at the JCC for more than four […]
Becoming Stewards of Nature: The ELS Garden
A garden is a space for growth. It’s a space to admire nature, all while tending to herbs, fruits, veggies…the works! But here at the J, it’s also a space to reflect and learn. The Early Learning School’s recently renovated garden is a place where our youngest members are learning life skills and valuable lessons […]
Teach Me Curious
This past year, Stephanie Leen (one of our fabulous Early Childhood Education teachers and a Judaic Specialist) embarked on a remarkable journey. She participated in the Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program which partners with the JCC, offering educators a chance to earn a Master’s degree in Education and Human Development through the University […]
