Harvey began his career in Jewish education while still a college student, teaching Hebrew at Mt. Zion Temple in St. Paul, Minnesota.
After graduating from the University of Minnesota with a degree in elementary education, Harvey became Educational Director at Temple Israel in Memphis, Tennessee, where he served for 8 years. During his tenure he earned a Masters Degree in Educational administration at Memphis State University.
Harvey was the Program Director for the URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp in Utica, Mississippi during its first 3 summers. He was twice a national officer of the National Association of Temple Educators (N.A.T.E.) and won a national award for his camp programs.
Drawn to Phoenix by a position as Director of Education for Congregation Beth Israel, Harvey served there for 4 years.
Subsequently, Harvey taught Hebrew and Judaica classes at Temple Solel for 20 years, and joined the faculty of Temple Chai in 2001.
Harvey is married to Julia, who teaches at our Early Childhood Center and in our Religious School as well. The have 3 grown children and 5 grandchildren.
