Kadijah Spence is a LCLJ  and 4th grade lead educator at Central Synagogue. They integrate their cultural and social identities into their lesson plans and projects to create welcoming and affirming educational spaces. They have a background in environmental studies and education, with a focus on Jewish values and social justice. Their passions overlap with their work and include gardening, nature walks, writing poetry, coloring, and watching action movies. Their favorite place to hang out is the Hudson River and its tributaries, which offers them the solitude to daydream, think, write, and decompress from the cares of life.