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The Maggid: The Weekly Newsletter of MJCDS
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| June 7, 2013 |
29 Sivan, 5773
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| Shalom! | |
What an amazing week! MJCDS held its very first graduation ever at Hillel on campus. Families and friends of our school assembled for a ceremony that included speeches by our graduates about their elementary school experiences, a slideshow, and songs. It was a truly wonderful night.
Many thanks to Sarah Byer and Nancy Brower of the Kehillah Committee for helping to make the night so special. Todah Rabbah as well as to Greg Steinberger, Scott Titus and the UW Hillel Staff, and caterer Sharon Langer for their contributions to making this a memorable event.
This morning, grandparents and special friends of our students joined us at school or a morning of activities and Kabbalat Shabbat. A photo and a link to the entire album from this morning is below.
 Finally, in other news, you may be relieved to learn that a baby bunny that fell through one of the grates in the TBE parking lot (where we drop-off and dismiss) was freed, thanks to the efforts of our heros Roberto and Julie. The bunny ran off into a yard filled with hastas where a full bunny family often hangs out. Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Rebecca |
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Announcements
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Picnic Dinner at Wingra Park
Thursday, June 13, 5-7 pm
Celebrate the end of a fantastic year of learning together by joining the MJCDS community for a picnic dinner at Wingra Park this coming Thursday evening from 5-7 pm. Bring a vegetarian dish to share, and we'll provide the paper goods and drinks. Questions? Contact Sarah Byer at sarah.byer@hotmail.com. Many thanks to the Kehillah Committee for organizing this event...and the next one below.
Volunteer at the Hava Nagila Picnic
This year's Hava Nagila Picnic will take place Sunday, June 23 from 11 am to 2 pm at the Goodman Campus in Verona. We need parents to help staff our booth so that we can spread the word about our school. Can you help? Contact Sarah Byer at sarah.byer@hotmail.com or Nancy Brower at brower@wisc.edu to volunteer.
Academic Calendar 2013-14
Next year's academic calendar is now available to view or download by clicking here.
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| Photos | |
Graduation. Here are a few photos...send Rabbi Rebecca your best shots so we can add them to our photo pool! These photos are by Aaron Granat, who videotaped the ceremony. The video and the slide show will be online soon.
Grandparents and Special Friends Day took place this morning. Grandparents, parents and special friends joined students for a morning filled with fun activities. Among the most popular was the pet rock decoration station. Friends also enjoyed bagels, coffee and a spirited Kabbalat Shabbat. Thanks to all who joined us.
Click on the photo below to see the whole album!
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| Exciting News! Tuition Grant Program for New Students | Amazing news: anonymous donors have established tuition grants to enable new students to attend MJCDS tuition-free during the 2013-14 school year.
These grants are being provided independent of financial need as a way to increase the accessibility and affordability of an MJCDS education. The Goodman Scholarships will still be in place to help make day school an affordable option for families with returning students. New students must follow MJCDS standard application for admission, which is at the discretion of the school administration, and the number of open seats for new students may vary by grade. Please help us share this news with any families that may be interested in MJCDS for their children next year. Click on the photo to access more information about this program.
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| Community Events |
Camp Shalom Info Session
Sunday, June 9, 11:30 am, Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus
Parents of new campers are welcome to come to this information session, visit the camp grounds, and meet some of the staff.
Hava Nagila Jewish Community Picnic
Sunday, June 23, 11 am-2 pm, Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus
This annual event brings together Madison's various Jewish organizations and the people that make our community great -- all of you! Enjoy grilled hot dogs, fun activities, and the Goodman Aquatic Center pool! Register in advance and skip the registration line at the picnic. Just sign in and get your pool bracelet. If you'd like to help out at this year's picnic, click here for more info on what needs doing and to sign up for a shift.
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| Calendar | |
Mon. June 10 Board Meeting, 7:15 pm
Thurs. June 13 Gym at YMCA Picnic Dinner at Wingra Park, 5 pm
Fri. June 14 LAST DAY of SCHOOL!
SUMMER VACATION
Mon. Aug. 26 FIRST DAY of SCHOOL! |
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:
Marla Becker marla@madisonjewishdayschool.com
Geri Goldman geri@madisonjewishdayschool.com Clara Lazimy clara@madisonjewishdayschool.com Rabbi Ben-Gideon rabbi@madisonjewishdayschool.com |
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