As the Kinus HaMechanchim approaches, organizers have begun releasing details about this year’s speaker lineup, with many more announcements still to come. The sessions will feature Rabbonim, educators, and professionals addressing key topics in Chinuch, offering mechanchim both inspiration and practical guidance for today’s classrooms.

The Kinus HaMechanchim will take place י״ד-ט״ו אב July 28–29 at the Armon Hotel in Stamford, Connecticut, bringing together mechanchim from across the country for two days of professional development, collaboration, and meaningful discussion.

Rabbi Zalmy Loewenthal, Associate Director of Merkos Chinuch Office, noted that having esteemed mechanchim who are actively leading and involved in chinuch provide direction and sessions at the Kinus adds tremendous value to the experience.

One featured session will be led by Rabbi Baruch Hertz, Rav of the Chabad community of Chicago and Dean of LGHS, titled “Halacha in the Classroom.” Rabbi Hertz will address a range of halachic situations that arise in schools, highlighting how these principles can be applied in ways that make chinuch accessible and relevant for every student. He will also offer a bonus Q&A session specifically for day schools.

Rabbi Greenbaum will open the Kinus with the welcome address. He will also lead a session for leaders titled “From Resistance to Results: Navigating Difficult Conversations,” focusing on implementing school changes and communicating them effectively to achieve positive outcomes. In addition, he will present an administrators’ session, “Safe Schools, Safe kids,” emphasizing the role of clear policies in safeguarding students and maintaining a secure, accountable school environment.

Rabbi Mendy Kotlarsky, General Chairman of Merkos Chinuch Office, emphasized the unique value of the Kinus as a gathering where mechanchim can learn from one another, draw inspiration from speakers, and return to their work with renewed clarity and purpose.

On the second day of the Kinus, members of the Vaad HaChinuch will lead a session focused on pressing questions in Chinuch, sharing insights drawn from years of experience.

The esteemed members of the Vaad HaChinuch of Merkos Chinuch Office include:
Rabbi Baruch Hertz
Rabbi Mordechai Farkash
Rabbi Zalman Leib Markowitz
Rabbi Mendel Blau
Rabbi Shmuly Avtzon

Together, they will discuss topics impacting classrooms and students, offering guidance and direction rooted in their extensive experience.

These sessions reflect the Kinus’s broader goal of equipping mechanchim with practical tools while connecting them with leading Rabbonim and Mechanchim.

Stay tuned for more details coming soon.

Register now at: kinus.chinuchoffice.org