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Donna Klein Jewish Academy
February 12, 2016 - 3 Adar 1 5776
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Dear DKJA Community,
"On three things the world stands.
On Torah,
On service [of G-d],
And on acts of human kindness."
These words from our forefathers (Pirkei Avot) came to life today during two outstanding performances at Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day. They also emanated from the recent Chumash celebration, and at last Tuesday evening's Night of Inspiration presented by the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County/Deborah and Larry D. Silver Center for Jewish Engagement (which I was honored to be a part of). There truly are too many WONDERFUL accomplishments involving our school to praise individually. So many are intrinsic. They happen without a second thought. Kindness, commitment, chesed, living Jewishly and loving Torah are in our souls at DKJA.
As I enjoyed the presence of 700 grandparents and special friends on our campus today, the
beauty of L'Dor VaDor shined. The future generations of leaders made their loved ones proud. The program showcased DKJA's Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math initiatives and our school's Leadership-Excellence-Innovation platform. What a perfect time to share with you that the DKJA Middle School Math Team (pictured) recently participated in the Florida Engineering Society Miami Chapter MATHCOUNTS competition and placed second as a team, first among Jewish Day School competitors and earned Silver level status (one of only 10 schools in Florida to achieve this). The competition included schools from the Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
Team member Josh Rosenblatt placed fifth overall, and Daniel Ardity placed second overall. They collaborated with teammates Blake Schwartz, Daniella Bard, Justin Koolik, Sawyer Feller, Levi Stein, Zach Klein, Noah Rubin and Jordan Bouchner. Their advisor is Mr. Jeremy Weber. The team hopes to progress to Gold level status so that it will qualify for national competitions. Congratulations!
Help us keep the momentum going...
Please be sure to turn in your enrollment contract and deposit on or before the deadline, next Friday, February 19th. Each child's signed enrollment contract and deposit returned by the deadline will be entered in a drawing for a one-year FREE tuition scholarship for the 2016-2017 school year. An e-mail with further details soon will follow.
Thank you, in advance, for your assistance!
Shabbat Shalom,
Helena Levine
Head of School
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Office of Institutonal Advancement Events
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WE HOPE YOU DANCE ...THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS AS THE DATE APPROACHES - WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ON FEB. 20TH
Honoring 25 Years of Yafa Levit's Contributions to DKJA
25 Exquisite Wines at "DKJA Wall of Wines"
The Office of Institutional Advancement is requesting donations of wine for its "Wall of Wines," which will provide a bidder with a collection of white and red wines, and will kick-off a great selection of Live Auction items.
Interested contributors are being asked to donate one bottle of white and/or one bottle of red. Bottles may be dropped off at the DKJA Development Office. It is recommended that wines have a score of 90 or above. A wine rating of 90 ensures an excellent quality, and there are hundreds of choices starting at $25.
Watch for the Pre-event Opening of the DKJA Online Auction in Your INBOX
ONE RESERVED PARKING SPOT & FIRST LINE IN CARPOOL WILL BE UP FOR BID FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY
There will be additional online items following the event.
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COFFEEHOUSE - LAUGHTER, MUSIC, SONG, DANCE, DRAMA, COMEDY...
On Wednesday night, the Claire and Emanuel G. Rosenblatt High School community of students, parents and faculty came together for an amazing Coffee House program! With co-hosts Dana Lipson ('17) and Mr. Nick Belotto guiding the show, the audience was treated to a night of laughter, music, song, dance, drama and comedy. There was a tremendous amount of positive energy as students showcased their diverse talents on the stage in Zinman Hall, interspersed with humorous videos of students and faculty throughout the evening. The faculty finished the show with a dance number that was truly memorable!
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A meaningful milestone for second-graders took place last week. The students received the first book of the Torah, the book of Bereshit/Genesis. This marks the beginning of the formal study of Torah.
Under the direction of their teachers, Morah Gavish and Morah Kazinec, the students presented a moving and exciting program. The culmination of the event was when each student received his/her own first Chumash. Mazel Tov to the second graders for arriving at this moment.
"Let's wish them that the wisdom of Torah would guide them throughout their life," said Morah Yafa Levit, Principal of Lower School Judaic Studies.
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PARK & LEARN & MINYAN
PARENTS WELCOME!
Parents are invited to explore how Torah connects to our everyday life, and makes our lives more spiritual and more meaningful, at Park & Learn. It provides an understanding of what is inspiring our children. Park and Learn takes place every Friday morning (when school is in session) from 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. in the MAC. Click here for details. Parents and loved ones are also invited to the DKJA Minyan, Monday through Thursday mornings after drop-off, from 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. in the MAC. Click here for details.Both programs are led by Rabbi In Residence Baruch Plotkin.
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HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL TICKETS WILL GO ON SALE NEXT WEEK
Tickets for the show will be available Tuesday and Wednesday, February 16th and 17th, for the cast, and for the general public on Thursday, February 18th.
Please access the Eagles' Net to for information about sponsorship opportunities, Playbill ads and other relevant information for the play, which will be presented on March 5th and March 6th in Zinman Hall.
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CALENDAR DATES FOR 2016-2017 ACADEMIC YEAR...MAKE A NOTE
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REMINDER: MITZVAH DAY IS FEB. 21ST
DKJA's 12th Annual Family Mitzvah Day takes place on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016, beginning with a light breakfast and kick-off at 9:30 a.m. in Zinman Hall. Following a short information session and gathering, Family Mitzvah Day activities will commence. Most projects take place from 10:30 a.m. to approximately 1:30 p.m. This event is open to the entire DKJA family, including students, parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty and administrators. Visit www.dkja.org and access the information and registration form through the Eagle's Net.
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