Dr. Noam Weissman is the Executive Vice President of OpenDor Media (Unpacked). He spearheads the educational vision and content creation at OpenDor Media. Noam has led the expansion of the Unpacked For Educators division, which is used by thousands of educators across the globe, and recently launched a new platform for independent schools to teach about Israel and antisemitism, called ConnectED.
Noam earned his doctoral degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Southern California, specializing in curriculum design. His dissertation, “Approaching Israel Education,” advocates for a fresh perspective on learning about the modern State of Israel, emphasizing Zionist identity development, narrative formation, and fostering a mature, empathetic relationship with Israel. He is the host of “Unpacking Israeli History,” and co-host of “Wondering Jews,” both top trending podcasts.
Prior to joining OpenDor Media, Noam served as the principal of Shalhevet High School in Los Angeles. He is married to Raizie Erreich and they are the proud parents of four incredible kids.
Avi Posen is the Director of Education at Unpacked for Educators and ConnectED, where he leads the UED team and the broader educational vision, oversees content development, and supports educators around the world in teaching about Israel and Judaism with nuance, confidence, and clarity.
For six years, Avi has helped shape Unpacked for Educators’ platform, curriculum, and global community. He brings extensive experience as a former Jewish day school teacher, Hillel director, and Jewish camp director, and has trained educators and spoken to audiences across Israel, North America, Europe, South Africa and Australia. Avi holds a Master’s degree in Jewish Education from Yeshiva University and has been published in various educational journals, as well as in Ynet and The Times of Israel.
Sarah Gordon is the Director of Unpacked for Educators (UED), where she leads the education team and supports educators around the world in teaching about Israel and Judaism with nuance and confidence. A dynamic presenter, she has led UED conferences across North America and spoken to diverse audiences of educators, teens, and parents. Her writing on Israel education has appeared in HaYidion, Jewish Educational Leadership, and other journals.
Previously, Sarah was Director of Israel Guidance and Experiential Education at Ma’ayanot High School, where she taught Talmud, chaired a Contemporary Israel course, and led innovative programming. She studied in Yeshiva University’s GPATS program and holds dual Master’s degrees in Jewish Education and Modern Jewish History. She is currently pursuing an Ed.D. as a Wexner Fellow, researching the support educators need to teach Israel effectively.
Yoni Buckman is a passionate Jewish educator who helps learners explore Israel, Jewish identity, and complex contemporary issues with nuance and empathy. Drawing on over a decade of experience, he meets people where they are—from elementary students to seasoned educators—using authentic dialogue, storytelling, and multimedia to make challenging topics accessible and engaging. Through his work with ConnectED and Unpacked for Educators, Yoni empowers teachers and communities to facilitate meaningful conversations that build understanding across differences and cultivate curiosity in diverse settings.
He currently serves as the education lead for Unpacked Junior, directs the Unpacked Teen Leadership Fellowship, and manages educator relationships across the western United States.
Alex Harris brings years of experience in Judaic studies, curriculum design, and student engagement. He previously worked on conflict education at The iCenter for Israel Education and holds a Master’s in Education and Human Development from George Washington University, a Bachelor’s in Judaic Studies and International Studies from the University of Michigan, and received semicha from Rabbi Brovender.
At Unpacked for Educators, he leads the development of the Judaism Unpacked content and supports schools and educators particularly in Chicago and Montreal.
Hona Dodge is a dedicated educator committed to strengthening Jewish identity and community. Based in Israel, he leads our international network of educators, with a focus on partnerships in Australia, South Africa, and the UK. He teaches both local Israeli groups and visiting groups, including gap year students, and contributes to The Weekly, our current events newsletter for the classroom. Before making Aliyah, Hona spent years teaching and leading in Melbourne, Australia where he served as Head of Jewish Life at Leibler Yavneh College. He holds degrees in Law, Commerce, and Education.
Keren Horn is a passionate Jewish educator with expertise in curriculum development, with a focus on Israel and Holocaust education. She is an experienced classroom teacher who, during her time at Yavneh Academy, created and facilitated a comprehensive, multi-year Israel education program that remains a cornerstone of the school’s middle school curriculum. Keren has presented widely on Israel and Zionism to educators, teens, and parents across the U.S., and holds a Master’s in Education in Learning, Cognition, and Development from Rutgers University.
