Collaborations That Preserve Memory and Inspire Action
Through partnerships with survivors, families, educators, and institutions, we bring Holocaust and genocide education into classrooms in meaningful, lasting ways.
The Power of Living Testimony
Passing Stories Forward
In December, Holocaust survivor Hanna Krebs visited Tenaya Middle School, where she spoke with approximately 60 students. She shared her story of survival, including her father’s imprisonment in the Dachau concentration camp.
Hanna spoke about the importance of never forgetting and the responsibility of younger generations to carry these stories forward. Her visit created a powerful space for reflection, learning, and connection — reminding students that history lives through memory and testimony.
The Arons Family Collaboration – A Living Digital Legacy
The Arons Story: A Virtual Museum & Educational Partnership
This collaboration centers on Alex Teplish and his grandfather, Aron, whose story is preserved through a virtual museum created entirely by Alex. Combining technology, storytelling, and historical preservation, the museum offers an immersive way for students and educators to engage with Holocaust history.
Alex, a gifted technologist with a passion for AI and digital storytelling, generously allowed us to develop educator-ready curriculum to accompany the museum.
Within the virtual museum, visitors will find a live link next to Door #1, connecting directly to the California Teachers Collaborative website, where the curriculum is freely available.
The virtual museum is free to access
The curriculum is free to use
Available for in-person or Zoom presentations
Curriculum Designed for Classrooms
Standards-Based Curriculum for Educators
All curriculum created through this collaboration is aligned with educational standards, making it easy for teachers to integrate into their existing lesson plans.
These materials are designed to support:
Holocaust education
Genocide studies
Anti-Semitism prevention
Critical thinking and historical empathy
The curriculum is accessible, adaptable, and ready to use in classrooms of various grade levels.
California Teachers Collaborative
Founding Work with the California Teachers Collaborative
Our work with the California Teachers Collaborative began over four years ago, following a statewide initiative launched by the Governor of California in response to rising antisemitism in schools.
As a founding member of the Collaborative, our role focuses on educating
teachers across California on:
Holocaust education
Genocide studies
Antisemitism prevention
Through this collaboration, we continue to support educators with tools, knowledge, and confidence to address difficult histories in meaningful ways.
This work includes:
Developing curriculum
Leading professional development
Teaching annually at the USC Summer Symposium
