2nd Grade

Cameron Bivens

Cameron Bivens is a devoted educator with over 10 years experience teaching a variety of grade levels. Originally from Los Angeles, he graduated from the University of South Alabama before going to teach in China and Italy for 4 years each. His fun and innovative method of teaching helps students build confidence in themselves and foster a love of learning. When he’s not in the classroom, he enjoys traveling, studying Chinese, and exercising. Be sure to say hello if you happen to see him as he is a jovial fellow that likes to meet new people.

To contact Cameron Bivens, email [email protected].

Jamie Bliss

To contact Jamie Bliss, email [email protected].

Nissim Brousan

My name is Nissim Brousan and I’m excited to join Emek as the new third grade rebbi this year! I grew up in Los Angeles and I’ve spent the past few years in yeshiva. I’ve spent one year in Mikdash Melech in Yerushalayim and 6 years in Rabbi Diamond’s Yeshiva in Deal, NJ. I’m passionate about helping my students connect to Torah, develop middot tovot, and approach yiddishkeit with an enjoyment. I very much look forward to the upcoming year with all of you!

To contact Nissim Broussan, email [email protected].

Kayla Hershberg

Kayla Hershberg was born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa. She graduated from King David Linksfield and went on to study at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she obtained a Bachelor of Education with Distinction. In her final year, she received an award for professional excellence in Intermediate Phase Teaching. She immigrated to the United States in December of 2021. Since moving to the U.S., Kayla earned her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction and obtained her California teaching credential. She is a passionate teacher whose purpose is to educate children to ultimately take their rightful place in society by focusing on their social-emotional and academic learning throughout each day. As always, she is very excited to educate the second grade girls and looks forward to a year filled with growth, connection, and joy.

To contact Kayla Hershberg, email [email protected].

Meira Leah Morgenstern

Meira Leah grew up in Miami Beach and moved to the Valley Village community in 2011. She completed her high school education at Bais Yaakov Los Angeles and then attended Seminar Yerushalayim where she received her teaching certificate. After returning to Los Angeles, Meira Leah joined the Emek family while simultaneously earning her Bachelor's in Liberal Arts with an emphasis on Education and Judaic Studies. Meira Leah feels privileged to educate the Second grade girls and enjoys learning new ways to create exciting, meaningful Judaic lessons.

To contact Meira Leah Morgenstern, email [email protected].

Elliott Roessler

Elliott Roessler is excited to continue as the Second Grade Rebbe this school year. As a proud graduate of both Emek and Valley Torah, he had the zechus (merit) to spend two years learning at Midrash Shmuel in Eretz Yisroel. He also had the privilege of serving as a Madrich on NCSY Kollel for one summer, where he shared Torah and built meaningful connections with high school students. Many of your sons may also know him from Camp Emek, where he is fondly known as Rabbi Elliott. He is truly looking forward to another wonderful year of growth, connection, and Torah learning together with your children.

To contact Elliott Roessler, email [email protected].

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