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Writings about Dr. Cecile Jordan


-2002-

April 18, 2002—Donald H. Harrison, "The state of Jewish education," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,  in which Cecile Jordan critiques Jewish education throughout San Diego County, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego/agency_jewish_education/sd4-18-02jewish_education.htm

-2003-
2003-01-03
Donald H. Harrison, "A smorgasbord of learning," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, pages 3-4.

-2005-

Fall 2005, Agency for Jewish Education of San Diego, Annual Report 2004-2005...."Legacy Circle," page 11: A project in cooperation with Jewish Community Foundation. The AJE thanks the members of our Legacy Circle whose bequest to the AJE helps ensure the future of Jewish education: ... Cecile Jordan..... "Todah Rabbah to all our generous Donors!," page 13: Haverim... Friends--Cecile Jordan

December 2005—1) "Donor Advised Funds," Defining Our Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages 7-10: A Donor Advised Fund is an individual charitable fund that allows you to make a tax-deductible contribution (minimum to establish is $1,800) and then recommend grants in the name of the fund to qualified organizations in the Jewish and general community.... Cecile B. Jordan...

2) "Create a Jewish Legacy," Defining Our Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages 28-30: Today, you work hard to provide for your family, to support the community, and to make a difference. You teach your children to be caring and generous and to connect with causes and organizations about which they feel passionate. You lead by example and ensure that the generations who follow will be taken care of, and will continue to build upon what you leave behind. Your strength in work and character live forever when you choose to Create a Jewish Legacy.  Since April 2004, more than 220 families have stepped forward through the Create a Jewish Legacy Program to promise an estimated $45 million to 35 different Jewish causes. Their promises today ensure that their individual commitment tot he community will live on in perpetuity for the benefit and improvement of Jewish life in San Diego, Israel and around the world. Options for Legacy gifts include: Simple bequest in will or trust; Outright gift, using appreciated assets or cash; Life insurance policy; IRA or pension plan; Pooled income fund; Charitable remainder trust; Charitable gift annuity... Legacy givers....Gary & Jerri-Ann Jacobs....

December 2005— Agency for Jewish Education, Limmud: A Community Day of Learning (pamphlet for January 22, 2006 all-day event),  back page:   Legacy Circle—...Cecile Jordan...

-2006-
January 27, 2006—
"Jordan Named principal of Kadima School," San Diego Jewish Times, page 19: Kadima Independent day School (KIDS) has named Dr. Cecile B. Jordan as its new principal. "We are very pleased that Dr. Jordan has joined our staff," said Buddy Voit, president of the school board. Jordan recently completed 18 years as executive director of the San Diego Agency for Jewish Education. Additionally, she has served as a day school principal and teacher in public and private schools throughout the country. Jordan has a Doctor of Education degree in Administration and Supervision, Master of Arts in Hebrew Culture and Education, and Master of Science in Elementary Education. Jordan will participate in an upcoming open house and informal get-togethers for prospective parents. Beth Israel Day School will become KIDS at the end of the current school year. Call 858 450-3222 or visit www.KIDSsd.org for information.