June 30, 2025 (Bel Air, CA) – The Stephen Wise Temple and Schools announced today that Sarah Kaber will join the Wise community as Senior Director of Education, the Aaron Milken Center (AMC) effective July 1, 2025.

Kaber, a dynamic leader and educator, brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to early childhood education. Most recently, she served as Principal of El Rodeo School in the Beverly Hills Unified School District, where she earned widespread admiration from faculty, families, and students. In recognition of her exemplary leadership, she was named Principal of the Year in 2025.

Kaber holds a Master’s Degrees in Curriculum & Instruction and Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, is certified in early childhood education, and has led preschool programs throughout her career. Her background positions her perfectly to support and expand AMC’s mission of educational excellence.

Her dedication to Jewish education and community-building runs deep. As a Jewish day school parent and a former early childhood camp leader at Brandeis Camp Institute (BCI), Ms. Kaber has consistently demonstrated a passionate commitment to joyful learning, meaningful engagement, and the nurturing of communities rooted in Jewish values.

“Sarah is an outstanding educator and leader, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a strong and inspiring partner for this next chapter in our school’s journey,” said Tami Weiser, Head of School. “She brings with her a wealth of experience, a passion for early childhood education, and a deep connection to Jewish life and values. We are excited to have Sarah join the current Aaron Milken Center dynamic administrative team.”

Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback, Senior Rabbi of Stephen Wise Temple and Schools, shared:

“Sarah brings visionary leadership, deep compassion, and a profound commitment to educational excellence. I couldn’t be more excited to welcome her to our community. She is the educational leader for this moment—and for the future we’re building together.”

Stephen Wise Temple and the Aaron Milken Center are excited for the vision and leadership Kaber will bring to the school and the community. With her deep roots in Jewish education and community life, Ms. Kaber is poised to build on the Center’s legacy of excellence while guiding it toward a dynamic future. Her presence promises to inspire continued growth, foster meaningful connections, and nurture the youngest of learners.

ABOUT THE AARON MILKEN CENTER AT WISE:

At Aaron Milken Center, we wholeheartedly embrace the transformative power of early childhood education. Our goal is to create an enriching environment that sparks each child’s innate curiosity, unlocking their limitless creative potential. More than a preschool, we are a vibrant community of educators, families, and friends dedicated to developing both the educational and spiritual growth of every child. At Aaron Milken Center, we nurture young minds and foster lifelong connections.

Inspired by Jewish values—gratitude (hoda’ah), respect (kavod), and repairing the world (tikkun olam)—we offer an environment of inclusivity and support. With a foundation in the esteemed legacy of Stephen Wise Temple and Schools, Aaron Milken Center stands as a beacon of our dedication to Jewish learning. Our state-of-the-art center channels the visionary spirit of Rabbi Isaiah Zeldin (1920–2018), emphasizing the importance of a secure space for children’s development. Here, children undertake a journey of self-discovery and growth. They’re given the freedom to express, celebrating their unique voices in a diverse community.  Believing deeply in education’s transformative power, our passionate staff guides children to explore, bond, and cultivate a lasting love for learning.

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