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Donna Klein Jewish Academy
May 20, 2016 - 12 Iyyar 5776
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This week, our DKJA community continued to experience moments in life that leave an impact like no other. Our first-graders received their first Siddurim today in a moving assembly, joined by family and loved ones. This event is a truly unique, memorable step on the Jewish journey for our youngest learners. It is one of many to come, and is a building block of their Jewish education. The significance of moments such as this, and how generations share these cherished moments, came to life when student Reuben Sigel and his mother, Sarina, proudly displayed their Siddurim following the assembly.
Sarina brought the one she received as a child, and as you can see by the photo here, continues to be just as proud as her son, who received his today! L'Dor VaDor...from Generation to Generation. There is nothing more important!
Our eighth-graders and 12th graders, respectively, returned from their journeys to Eretz Yisrael (as well as the March of the Living for 12th graders). On our campus last week, the revelry of Yom Ha'Atzmaut (Israel Independence Day) was joyous, and during the celebrations, our thoughts were constantly thousands of miles away as we lived vicariously through our traveling students. Their trips were the culmination of seeing firsthand what they had learned in their classrooms and in experiential programming. This trip was everything they had learned "brought to life." Israel is renowned for its Technion Israel Institute of Technology, and countless advancements that have impacted the world at large...not to mention delicious food, a beautiful landscape and cultural traditions that permeate our lives at DKJA.
From technological marvels to hand-made pita bread (enough for the entire Middle School!) and so much more, DKJA truly became a "virtual Israel" thanks to the dedicated team of general and Hebrew/Judaic Studies teachers in the Middle School. Mrs. Holley Stabler worked tirelessly to organize a breathtaking technology showcase, and to ensure that festive blue shirts were prepared in advance of Yom Ha'Atzmaut in celebration of Israel's 68th birthday.
Morah Miriam Engel, Morah Sharon Shoshan and Morah Tiki Magril, and their families, comprised a dynamic team of bakers, entertainers and booth organizers. Activities started in Zinman Hall and the MAC after a festive tefilah began the day, led by Mr. Nachshon Carmi.
When the students who experienced this opportunity are able to travel to Israel in a few short years, they will already feel at home!
The day was magnificent and brought the DKJA education full circle as we welcomed our students home, safe and sound this week. What a great week it was!
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DKJA STUDENTS SPEND TIME AS 'ADMINISTRATORS'
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Three students spent their day today in the roles of Head of School and Principal of Lower and Middle School for the Day, learning and enjoying a unique experience. The hands-on opportunity is an Annual Benefit Ball and Auction item, proceeds from which are part of the DKJA Annual Fund.
Sixth-grader Jacob Poller served as Head of School for the day.
Third-grader Jayda Poller served as Principal of Lower School Judaic Studies for the day.
Fifth-grader Maya Garaway served as K-8 Principal for the day.
Their day included a full schedule, with the following responsibilities on their agenda:
- Introductions to office staff and business office personnel
- Attending the Siddur Presentation in Zinman Hall
- Visiting classrooms and handing out commendation cards and business cards
- Attending an administrative meeting in the Head of School's office on the topic of "What electives would you like to see in the classroom?"
- A tour of Zinman Hall
- A meeting to discuss lunch options next year
- A tour of Rosenblatt High School
- Sharing the experiences of the day with their classmates
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NEWS FROM THE OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
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MAZEL TOV, LANDON CLEWNER, DERECH ERETZ RECIPIENT
Congratulations to Landon Clewner, recipient of the Derech Eretz Student of the Month award for the month of April. Kol Hakavod!
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SPORTS RECOGNITION NIGHT FEATURES SPAGHETTI DINNER & AUCTION
The following items will be a new part of the 17th Annual Sports Recognition Night on May 23, 2016 at Temple Beth Shalom. There will be a silent auction for amazing sports memorabilia from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. All money raised from the silent auction goes directly to the DKJA Athletic Program. For further information, contact Coach Trell at trelld@dkja.net. - Florida Panther signed team jersey from the 2005 - 2006 season
- Roberto Luongo signed jersey
- Caron Butler signed Lakers jersey
- Yankee legends signed picture frame
- Baseball legends signed frame
- Viktor Koslov signed puck
- Larry Little signed football
The event is sponsored by:
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DKJA ORCHESTRA IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING STUDENTS FOR THE
2016-2017 ACADEMIC YEAR
The DKJA Orchestra is currently accepting students for the 2016-2017 school year.
Take advantage of this excellent opportunity that will provide your child with the
For information contact Mr. Correa at (561) 852-3381 or visit www.dkja.org > Eagles' Net > Orchestra.
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MEET THE MASTERS LUNCHEON THANKS VOLUNTEERS & DOCENTS, ANNOUNCES
ARTISTS FOR 2016-2017 ACADEMIC YEAR
By Mrs. Carol Routman,
Middle School Art Curriculum Coordinator
Meet The Masters Coordinator
Middle School Art Instructor
More than 40 people, each with a special connection to DKJA, were treated to a kosher gourmet lunch catered by our own
Mrs. Iris Dahoah at a beautiful program in their honor at the home of DKJA parents
Hayya and Eric Nathanson.
Meet the Masters docents, art volunteers, DKJA Board members, administrators and all of our faculty from our art departments were represented.
The theme was "At DKJA We're Heads and Shoulders above the Rest," and the decor was created by the Middle School art elective class. Unique colorful Federico Uribe-style heads and mannequin sculptures decorated the room.
Head of School Mrs. Helena Levine announced the theme for Meet the Masters next year, which will be "Art Perspectives...An Eclectic View." Lecturers and artists will be as follows:
- Mrs. Hayya Nathanson - Fernando Botero - Colombian figurative painter and sculptor
- Mrs. Hilary Arenstein - Claude Monet - French Impressionist painter
- Mrs. Jodi Orshan - Frank Llloyd Wright - Iconic American Architect
- Mrs. Ari Hirschman - Dan Flavin - American Minimalist painter and light Sculptor
All of our amazing docents, volunteers and any member of our extended DKJA family are encouraged to come and explore the world of art with us.
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