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Motzaei Shabbat, February 26th- Shabbat Sparks, 8:30 PM at the Tepler home in New Rochelle.
Tuesday, March 1st-
3rd Grade Wacky Wax Museum and orders for Shalach Manot Due
Monday, March 7th-
Rosh Chodesh Adar II, Please wear blue and white
Monday, March 7th- 6th Grade Bar Mitzvah Program
Tuesday, March 8th-
6th Grade Matan Bat Mitzvah Program
Monday, March 14th-
7th Grade Grandparent Program
Wednesday, March 16th-
Parent Teacher Conferences, Early Dismissal 3:00 ELC, and 3:15 Academy
Thursday, March 17th-
Ta'anit Esther, Early Dismissal, 3:00 ELC and 3:15 Academy
Friday, March 18th-
Purim Carnival |
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Mazal Tov
Mazal Tov to Eva Broder (Second grade teacher) on the birth of a daughter.
Mazal Tov to Jennifer (Eighth Grade Science Teacher, Programming Coordinator) and Seth Sokol on the birth of their daughter, Raeli Rose and to Stephanie (8), Sammy (5), and Jonah (K) on the birth of a sister.
Mazal Tov to Ruthie Stavsky on the birth of a grandson, Reuben Marcus.
Mazal Tov to Morah Elaine (ELC) and Sam Samson on a granddaughter, Liana Neshama.
Mazal Tov to Morah Shany Ohayon (Kindergarten teacher) on her engagement to Tzuri Matsui.
Mazal Tov to Rabbi Moshe (Dean of Students, Middle School) and Debbie Drelich
on the birth of their granddaughter, Shayna Hadassah, born to their daughter Sara Dena Drelich ('99).
Condolences
Condolences to the Goldscheider family on the sudden and untimely passing of Elisha Goldscheider, an SAR student in our four year nursery, beloved son of Mrs. Karen (SAR HS faculty) and Rabbi Aaron Goldscheider, and brother of Zvi (3 year nursery), Tehila (1), Ora (3), Yakir (3), Shira (5), Yonah (7), and Shalom (8).
Condolences to the Breslaw and Haberman family on the passing of Gordon Ash, father Stephanie Breslaw and Jennifer Ash Haberman, grandfather of Zachary Breslaw (12), Isaac Haberman(11), Gideon Breslaw (9), Alexander Haberman (8), Ariel Haberman (6), Akiva Haberman (4).
Condolences to the Weitzman family on the passing of Hillel Weitzman, brother of Raphael Weitzman, uncle of Abe (3) and Rose (K).
Condolences to Helen Morris on the passing of her mother, Shirley Rachel Morris, grandmother of David Massaro (6).
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21 Adar I 5771 February 25, 2011
Candlelighting: 5:23 Havdalah: 6:26
Parashat Vayakhel
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A Message from Rabbi Krauss | |
Dear Parents,
Welcome back from what I hope was a restful and enjoyable vacation for you and your children.
We are continuing our "Good Choices" programming and focusing on the Adar I & II sub-theme: "Stand Up For What's Right And Shine".
I hope that this coming Motzaei Shabbat as many second grade parents as possible are able to attend "Shabbat Sparks," led by Morah Sarah Richter, given in honor of our second graders having reached the wonderful milestone of receiving their own chumashim.
Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Binyamin Krauss
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Bring It To The Table
Click here to view and print this week's "Good Choices: In Deeds and In Voices" conversation starter to bring to your Shabbat table.
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What is "Learning To Look" teaching you?
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| ?מה חדש | |
*Stand Up For What Is Right
And Shine*
Prominently displayed outside the Teachers' Room is a "Stand Up For What Is Right And Shine" mural.
It reminds us to:
Stand up to put-downs,
Help those who are being bullied,
Inform adults when I need to,
Never use my computer or cell phone to hurt others,
Encourage my friends to stand up against bullying too.
I will do my best to stand strong, speak out, and be a good friend, I will let my inner star SHINE!
*Kids And Yiddish*
On Wednesday this week, SAR's Jewish cultural roots ran a little bit deeper. The second, third, fourth, and fifth graders were joined by parents and grandparents for a Kids & Yiddish performance by the National Yiddish Theatre - Folksbiene. This "super family musical" is performed by kids and adults combining Jewish folk traditions with pop culture and a rich melange of musical styles. I'm sure you've heard of "Dancing with the Stars," "Project Runway," and "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" But have you heard of "Tants Mit The Stars" or "Nu, Who wants to be a Millionchik?" What about the Yeatles? Students were invited to a birthday party and learned how to say "welcome" and "happy birthday" in Yiddish. They learned many other simple vocabulary words through song like the letters of the alphabet, numbers up to ten, the parts of the body, and the four seasons. "Nu, Who wants to be a Millionchik?" tested some of those words by asking the audience to answer the questions. Some had to use a lifeline, but they got all the right answers in the end! The colorful costumes, masks, and props added to the energized atmosphere of the assembly that had students sitting down, standing up, calling out Yiddish words and phrases, and clapping along.
*Professional Development*
Our dedicated faculty, in addition to in-house workshops, have been attending conferences off-site to continue developing as educators.
Mrs. Jen Pepper attended Yad VaShem's Educators Conference on "Teaching The Holocaust".
Morah Dina Najman participated in the Rabbinic Leadership Initiative at The Shalom Hartman Institute as part of their fourth rabbinic cohort.
Mrs. Kathy Kafer participated in a Board of Jewish Education workshop on gifted education.
Morah Deganit Ronen attended The North American Jewish Day School Conference.
Mrs. Gail Krasner attended the workshop, "Making a Memory Map".
Mrs. Lynn Zadoff participated in a conference on "The Penny Harvest- Developing Philanthropy in Children". |
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~what you see in a painting . . . Gabi Stern |
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בראשית : ELC News
the beginning steps . . . | |
*The Dinosaur Museum*
How do we even know dinosaurs existed? Kindergartners learned about the work of archeologists and that the fossils they have found prove the existence of dinosaurs. The children have also played dinosaur games on the computer, read about dinosaurs, and learned to distinguish among them. The kindergartners' research informed them that some dinosaurs were carnivores, some herbivores, that some walked on two feet, some on four, some had the brains the size of peas, and some had plates on their backs that absorb heat. The children designed the prehistoric creatures out of a variety of art materials, used a Venn diagram to consider what people and dinosaurs have in common, and they played Dinosaur Bingo as a way to learn their names.
When Dinosaurs Rock, a fossil adventure exhibit, brought their museum to SAR, our students were well prepared. They were astounded though, to see life-size replicas of dinosaurs and were in awe when helping the presenter build a dinosaur leg, to find that it reached the Big Building's Multi-Purpose Room's ceiling! After Dinosaurs Rock's amazing presentation including showing a myriad of museum-quality dinosaur fossils and other prehistoric related items that the children were able to see up close and even touch, they then had the opportunity to go on a fossil dig and to pan for gems and minerals.
This wonderful and fascinating experience was generously and anonymously donated to the kindergartners by an SAR grandparent. |
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~about lines and textures . . . Carley Yarmus |
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דבר תורה |
By: Buddy Wise
Grade: 8
In this week's sedra, Parshat Vayakel, Moshe talks to Bnei Yisroel about various mitzvot. It seems that Moshe's purpose for the assembly was to discuss the building of the Mishkan and lay out many of the details related to it. So then why in the second pasuk,does the Torah mention the laws of Shabbos? "Six days work may be done and the seventh day shall be holy for you, a Shabbat, a day of complete rest for God; whoever does work (melacha) on that day shall be put to death. You shall kindle no fire in any of your dwellings on the Shabbat day." ( 35:2) This pasuk is clearly out of place.
Since, both here and in Sefer Vayikrathe laws of Mishkan and Shabbos appear together, the Rabbis derive important halachot from this link. Our 39 melachot of Shabbos are based upon this very connection; any work that was done in the Mishkan cannot be done on Shabbos.
While this technical connection is of obvious importance I think there is an even deeper message that links the two: In order to build a place for G-d to rest and dwell in we must first recognize and give testimony to His omniscience by resting from all creativity on the seventh day.
We can learn then from this association of Mishkan and Shabbos, that while we must always try to advance our relationship with G-d, we must first make sure that our bond with Him is based on the fundamental truth and service of Him.
Shabbat Shalom
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~about Picasso and cubism . . . Ayelet Aranoff |
| PHOTO OF THE WEEK | |
Rabbi Krauss gave a tour of his office and shared
photos with eighth graders.
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| ~that art is fun . . . Avi Roth |
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Lost and Found | |
If anyone is missing a retainer or a ring, please contact Chavie Wilner at 718-548-1717 ext 1209.
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| PTC News | |
SAR Spiritwear - NEW flannel-lined zippered hoodie! (check out the showcase in the lobby) Sting Bee Slippers, Sting Kippot, SAR PJ Pants, SAR Sweatshirts, SAR Sports Bag, SAR Magnets and more. To order, click here to fill out form and return to Sally Oshins in the Business Office.
MISHLOACH MANOT Deadline Approaching:
Purim is on the way-Sunday March 20th. The PTC would once again like to help you with your משלוח מנות (Mishloach Manot) list by offering our Happy Purim service. The cost of participating is as follows:
$5 per name for individual names selected from either list
$180 to give the SAR Academy whole list
$90 to give the SAR High School whole list
$225 to give both whole lists.
--- ALL ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY Tuesday, March 1st at 5:00 PM ---
To place an order, go to http://www.SAR.HappyPurim.com where you can securely pay by credit card and choose your own "display name" (i.e. the way your name appears on your recipients' scrolls). We thank you for your support and participation in this wonderful mitzvah. Click here to view PTC letter.
The Annual SAR Parenting Symposium
Sunday, March 27th 9:30am - 1:30pm. Please mark your calendars and be sure to attend our great lineup of expert speakers who will address a broad range of parenting topics. Our keynote speaker Dr. David Pelcovitz , will discuss: Isolation vs. Inoculation: Helping your family balance the use of technology and the internet. Other speakers will address: stress in the household, growth in puberty in girls and boys, discipline without yelling, and an exercise and wellness workshop. Refreshments will be provided. Free of charge. Attend the whole program or any portion of the morning. Spread the word and bring your friends!
CHALLAH PROGRAM -
Have challot delivered every week by your child - DEADLINE March 2. Click here.
Yahoo Group
Please join SAR community on line at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SARcommunity/
Susie Fishbein Cookbook
The PTC is also selling the newest Susie Fishbein cookbook "Teens and 20- Somethings" for the special school-discounted price of $25.00. This cookbook can be purchased by sending in a check to Sally in the Business Office made out to SAR-PTC. You can also purchase by using Paypal- and emailing ptc@saracademy.org. Supply is limited.
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~about different artists and the colors they use and their styles . . . Daphna Lent |
Community News
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NORPAC MISSION TO WASHINGTON
On April 6, 2011 you can take advantage of a rare opportunity to have private small group meetings and educate Members of Congress about the importance of a strong US-Israel relationship by advocating for issues vital to Israel's security. Sign up by February 7th and take advantage of the $50 early bird discount. To sign up go to www.norpac.net . For more information, email David Frankel at dlrs.frankel@verizon.net.Lecture with scholar David Hazony
"What Do the Ten Commandments Really Mean?" Sat. night, February 26, 8:00pm HIR - The Bayit - 3700 Henry Hudson Parkway The Young Israel of New Rochelle Pre-Pesach and Purim Boutique will be held on Sunday, March 13, 2011 from 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at 1149 North Ave, New Rochelle, New York. A sample of the fabulous new items you can expect to find include Fine Tablecloths, Personalized Stationary, Jewelry, Cookbooks, Wine, Hair Accessories, Baby Gifts, Children's Clothing, Adult Active Wear, Hats and Doilies, Kippot and Tzizit, Judaica, Specialty Bake Ware, Scrips and much more...Drop off kids programming available from 5:30 to 7:00pm. Hebrew Institute of Riverdale the Bayit The Carlebach Tefila will meet for its monthly Shabbat service at Hebrew Institute of Riverdale the Bayit 3700 Henry Hudson Parkway March 5th 9am healthy kiddushto follow, childcare available, gevaldik davening. We will be welcoming the month of Adar II on Shabbat Shekalim and look forward in 2 weeks to the holiday of Purim! We are on Facebook at "Carlebach Tefila Riverdale" Facebook http://www.new.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7104863567 SUPPORT RIVERDALE LIFELINE TO ISRAELin a community-wide campaign to purchase a rapid-response emergency vehicle for the Northern Galilee Fire Department. Click here to view flyer and participate! The Simcha Continues....Enrich your Simcha by donating your unused party items to others! We are collecting PARTY GIVEAWAYS (hats, glasses, wigs...) and all ARTS and CRAFTS supplies to use for smachot for the needy here and in Israel. Items to be distributed in Israel by KEDMA. Please drop off @ Zelda's office. Inquiries to Shoshana at dsnoble@pol.net. MAZAL TOV! Two mitzvot with one act. Support Israel and purchase kosher tefillin from Israel at a wholesale price. All profits from the sale go directly to the sofrim and the tefillin makers in Israel. Contact Rabbi Drelich for details email drelim@saracademy.org or 718-548-1717 ext 1212. HIR's Girls Baseball League
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