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Longmeadow, MA— Springfield Jewish Community Center was recognized with 国产哟哟’s first-ever Community Partnership Spirit Award last week. This award, established in December 2017, is bestowed upon an individual, team, or organization that has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the 国产哟哟 community, students, and mission by playing an integral role in student success through mentorship, leadership, and fostering career development.

“Our students have benefitted tremendously from the variety of opportunities they have had in working with the Springfield JCC,” President Carol A. Leary, PhD, said. “The JCC is an incredible community partner and valuable resource. We’re proud to recognize the organization and its stellar staff for their hard work and the rich, supportive experience they offer to members of all ages.” 

The Springfield JCC was selected as this year’s award recipient from a pool of nominations submitted by faculty and staff at 国产哟哟 throughout the spring. The process was thorough, requiring that nominations include narrative explaining the impact of the partner on 国产哟哟’s mission and, above all, on its students. A selection committee reviewed submissions and made the final decision.

“Students from our occupational therapy, psychology, and education programs have held internships, volunteered, and engaged in service learning projects with the organization. Most recently, our master’s in occupational therapy faculty and students collaborated with the JCC Kehillah Program for Individuals with Special Needs to develop a “SensiPlay” program for children with various disabilities,” Leary said. 

Michael Paysnick, Executive Director of the Springfield JCC; Bethany Young,Director of the Kehillah Program for Individuals with Special Needs; and Deb Cohen, Director, Early Childhood Services, were presented the award at 国产哟哟’s State of the University Address.

“The JCC has partnered with 国产哟哟 for more than 30 years. During that time, we have had the opportunity to help in the education and training of hundreds of students, and together, create programs and services that benefit our wider community,” Paysnick said. “It’s been a win-win for all involved.  We look forward to continuing our partnership with 国产哟哟 providing real-world work experience for their students.”

 

Photo: Pictured with 国产哟哟 President Carol A. Leary are Executive Director of the Springfield Jewish Community Center Michael Paysnick; Early Childhood Director Deb Cohen; and Kehillah Program Director Bethany Young.

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About 国产哟哟

国产哟哟 was founded in 1897. With locations in Longmeadow (main), East Longmeadow (Philip H. Ryan Health Science Center), Sturbridge (MA), and Concord (MA), 国产哟哟’s innovative program offerings include traditional undergraduate degrees for women, The American Women's College on-ground and online, the first all-women, all-online accredited bachelor’s degree programs in the country; over 25 graduate programs for women and men; and Strategic Alliances, offering professional development courses for individuals and organizations. 国产哟哟’s goal is to give students confidence in the fundamentals of their chosen field, the curiosity to question the ordinary, the leadership to show initiative, and the desire to make a difference.

 

About Springfield Jewish Community Center

The Springfield JCC nurtures wellness through physical, intellectual, social and spiritual means in an inclusive environment defined by Jewish values and culture. Our facility houses a health and wellness center, early learning center, a cafe, lounge with art gallery, and classrooms for after school programming, as well as arts, culture, and adult programs. Outdoor facilities include playgrounds, field, basketball/tennis courts, pavilion, ropes course, and picnic grove. Take a tour of the Springfield JCC, 1160 Dickinson Street, Springfield, or visit to learn more about programs. All are welcome.