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Lauren Smyjunas
Home Base Director
Lauren Smyjunas serves this role with a decade of experience who brings a passion for community engagement and education. Lauren is committed to creating enriching experiences and fostering a sense of belonging for all families. ​Learn more about Lauren here.
Geneva Stein
Home Base Program Coordinator
Geneva has over 20 years of experience in the classroom, Geneva is passionate about building community and creating meaningful experiences for students and their families.​
Geneva grew up in Cincinnati where she currently lives with her husband, Steve, and their two children, Alex and Andy.
Meet the Team
Who We Are
At Home Base, we are a team of loving, dedicated Jewish professionals committed to nurturing your child and meeting their social-emotional needs. Supported by the staff of Wise Temple, Home Base goes the extra mile to deliver enriching Jewish experiences to your child and family. Learn more about us below.
Supported by Wise Temple
Home Base is supported by Wise Temple, a congregation with a 175-year history of nurturing Jewish children in Cincinnati. At Wise Center, students enrolled in Home Base can enjoy the award-winning children's library, playground, soccer field, hiking trail, and more. On a regular basis, students will interact with Wise Temple staff, including the synagogue's musician, librarian, educators, and clergy.
