| 25 May, 2012 | 4 Sivan, 5772 |
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MJCDS Maggid/Teller
the weekly newsletter of
Madison Jewish Community Day School
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| Shalom! | |
This past week, students danced at Sharsheret, third and fourth grade students visited Old World Wisconsin (thanks Felice and Alice for transporting and chaperoning!), and K-2 students had a camping-themed day.
Toward the end of the week, parents and grandparents joined students for intergenerational learning. Thanks to all our family members, special friends, and Cantor Debbie Martin for joining us in the classroom and in the park!
Special thanks as well to Kathy Mazur, who has been working with the third and fourth graders all year long on the Jewish Lens, photography centered on Jewish identity The full exhibit takes place this Thursday night, SMART night. (5:30-7) Hope you can join us!
Kathy also created with the students a Shavuot-themed sculpture, which is described in the article below and which will go on display this Saturday night along with a selection of photographs at the community Tikkun Leil Shavuot. It's so appropriate that our students' work will be exhibited on an evening dedicated to celebrating (and doing) Jewish learning!
Todah Rabbah to Kathy, to Temple Beth El for allowing us to use its ritual objects in the photographs, and to the staff of Beth Israel Center for its help in hosting this exhibit.
Shabbat Shalom and Hag Sameah!
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| Dor L'Dor Parents Morning | |
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| Shavuot Photos and Sculpture Exhibit | 
 Third and fourth grade students have been working with Kathy Mazur all year long on the Jewish Lens, a curriculum that encourages them to explore Jewish identity through photography. Some of their photos will be exhibited this Saturday evening at Beth Israel Center, at the community-wide Tikkun Leil Shavuot. (Sat. May 26, 7:30 pm, Beth Israel Center).
Students of all grades created a sculpture that will also be displayed Saturday evening.
Here, Kathy explains the process of creating the sculpture and its meaning:
"Reaching Towards Truth," a sculpture created by the students from MJCDS, represents the Jewish people's dedication to the study of Torah and to Tikkun Olam.
Each student was given a specific art project to help create this sculpture. Beginning with the youngest learners, those in kindergarten and first grade were challenged to create vivid, cray-pas designs reflecting their favorite parsha, Hebrew word or image that reminds them of Judaism. It is the base of the sculpture that represents this art piece. Look for "Noah's Ark", "Lila", "Kippot", "Star of David" and "People."
The second and third grade students were assigned to paint the "reaching arms." Each student in this group was given a specific art genre to reflect historical changes in culture. I provided for each of these students a brief description and example of the assigned art genre to follow. The "reaching arms" beautifully illustrate these art periods: abstract expressionism, art deco, art nouveau and modern contemporary.
Our fourth grade students designed the 5 Books of Moses. Focussing on the main theme of each book, these students were asked to create an image that reflects this theme and Hebrew title. These insightful images are: "The Tree of Life", "Candles", "Sh'ma, Emet", "Clouds & Fire", " Moses & The Ten Commandments."
At first glance, one could view this three-dimensional art piece as Mount Sinai: the base representing the Israelites; the "reaching arms and balancing books" shaping the mountain. A closer look will reveal the relationships of the Jewish People to each book and how such relationships shape Jewish lives.
We begin with a solid foundation from Genesis and Deuteronomy, upon which Jews are created and given one "truth", the Sh'ma. From this foundation, is the journey through the wilderness, as the Jewish people are guided by God's presence. The Book of Leviticus is delicately balanced between two art histories: abstract expressionism & art deco with help from Genesis. This precarious angle reminds us of the effort Jews must make to bring holiness into their lives. Reaching high in the air is Exodus and The Ten Commandments.
-Kathy Mazur
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School Announcements
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SMART night, Thursday May 31
Sandwiches, Music and ART night. We had so much fun eating, singing and sharing artwork at our last SMART night. We'll do it again at 5:30 pm this Thursday! 5:30-6: Make your sandwiches and eat with friends. Performances/Exhibits 6-7 pm. See you there!
Carseats Needed Wednesday
Wednesday we'll be travelling to Madinah Academy of Madison to eat lunch, learn and play together. Please drop carseats off in the morning. (Weather permitting, we'll have gym at Wingra Park on Thursday.) Many thanks in advance to Julie, Ariel, and Alice for their help with transportation!
Eat Healthy, Support MJCDS!
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Primrose Valley Farm, located in Belleville, will be serving the Madison area this season. Farmers David and Jamie Baker care deeply about sustainable agriculture and connecting their farming practices to Jewish values. New this year, Madison area subscribers can choose to have 5% of their fees donated to Madison Jewish Community Day School, and/or Beth Israel Center, Chabad of Madison, Congregation Shaarei Shamayim, Jewish Federation of Madison, Jewish Social Services of Madison, Temple Beth El, or UW Hillel. Click here to find out more or to sign up!
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Community Announcements
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Community-wide Tikkun Leil Shavuot
Saturday night, May 26 at 7:30 pm , Beth Israel Center
Join us for an evening celebration of Jewish learning and Torah study, led by Madison's rabbis and community members! Dairy delights to keep learners sharp throughout the evening will be served! A program of Beth Israel Center's Adult Education Program, co-sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Madison, Congregation Shaarei Shamayim and Temple Beth El.
Chug Ivrit Open House, Monday, June 4, 4:30-5:15 pm, Beth Israel Center
All prospective K-5 students (for the 2012-13 academic year) are invited to come and check out Chug Ivrit, the after-school Hebrew program sponsored by Jewish Federation of Madison. Join us for a performance by the current Chug Ivrit students, games and dancing, meet the teachers, and see what Chug Ivrit is all about. RSVP if you can to dina@jewishmadison.org.
New AquaDash Events through MSCR
MSCR is debuting AquaDash, a fun and competitive running and swimming event for children ages 5 -18! AquaDash takes place Sunday, June 17 at the scenic Goodman Aquatic Center, in Verona. A second event takes place on Sunday, July 15 and is USA Triathlon sanctioned! Register at www.mscr.org or call 204-3000 for more information.
Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic, Sunday, June 24, 11:00am-2:00pm
Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus
Kick off the summer at this wonderful community event, which is moving to June this year. Reconnect with old friends, meet new people, and learn about Jewish community organizations, programs and events. Enjoy freshly grilled hot dogs, children's activities, and the Goodman Aquatic Center pool.
Vendors wanted for the Mini-Shuk (market) at the Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic
Are you a Jewish artist? Jewish business owner? Would you like to sell your art/jewelry/products at the Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic on Sunday, June 24th at the Mini-Shuk? Please contact Dina at dina@jewishmadion.org for more information.
Kick off the summer at the 1st annual Kickball Tournament
Join us for the 1st annual Kickball Tournament which will take place at the Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic on Sunday, June 24th. RSVP to Dina at dina@jewishmadison.org and we will place you on a team. Everyone ages 7 and up (adults and children) are invited to play. Come join the fun!
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| Upcoming Events |
Fri. May 25: Grandparent and VIP day, 8-10:30 am
Kabbalat Shabbat Together 1:30
Sat. May 26: Student art work displayed at Tikkun Leil Shavuot, 7:30 pm BIC
Mon. May 28: SHAVUOT-NO SCHOOL
Wed. May 30: Field trip to Madinah Academy of Madison
Thurs. May 31: SMART night (Sandwiches, Music and ART!) 5:30 pm
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Let's stay in touch! Keep the lines of communication flowing with your child's teachers by calling school at 608-204-9900 or by emailing them at:
Jodi Harris jodi.harris@madisonjewishdayschool.com
Marla Becker marla@madisonjewishdayschool.com
Geri Goldman geri@madisonjewishdayschool.com Meisha Leibson meisha@madisonjewishdayschool.com Rabbi Ben-Gideon rabbi@madisonjewishdayschool.com |
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