The Maggid:  The Weekly Newsletter of MJCDS

November 7, 2013
  5 Kislev, 5774

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This week was filled with science. On Monday, students visited the UW Geology museum as part of their study of rocks and minerals.  At recess, we observed lady bugs. (See photo above) Today, we were visited by Laura Michael, a microbiologist who has worked in pharmaceutical development. Laura explained the science of and importance of good hand washing and hygiene.

Many thanks to Laura and to MJCDS mom Aimee Coen for arranging both the museum visit and this presentation.

Apparently, our students are already very good at washing their hands, but now they understand why it's so important! They were inspired by Laura's visit to write the following poem:

Gorgeous molecules
Every germ is microscopic
Reproducing every second
Microbeings
Scattered everywhere

Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Rebecca  
In This Issue
Open House Nov. 17
Announcements
Photos
Jewish Learning
Community Events
Calendar
Admissions

Sunday, Nov. 17, 1-3 pm

OPEN HOUSE

1406 Mound Street


Please spread the word 
about our upcoming Open House: 
The whole family is invited to explore our learning spaces and meet our teachers and staff.
Announcements

Federation Hanukkah Event, Mark your Calendars!

Sat. evening, Nov 23, 5:30-7:30 pm

Goodman Campus, Verona

MJCDS students will be performing a song in Hebrew with friends from the Chug Ivrit after school program.  Mark your calendar now, and stay tuned for more details.
 
School Security
Please use the Randall street door to enter the BIC building. The ramp access door should only be used at dismissal time. On Fridays when you arrive for Kabbalat Shabbat, or if you are coming to school at any time during the school day, you should use the Randall Street door. That door is always unlocked during school hours, and each parent should know the code for the inner magnetized door. If you don't, please contact Rabbi Ben-Gideon. Thank you for your help in keeping our school secure.  
 
Friday Coffees at the Froth House
Join other MJCDS parents at the Froth House (11 N Allen St) each Friday after drop-off. Questions? Contact Aimee Coen at alcoen@gmail.com. 
 
Chai Mitzvah: Jewish Learning for Parents
Next meeting: Nov 24, 7 pm, RSVP to Rabbi Rebecca Ben-Gideon
How do you develop, redefine and explore what Judaism means to you during your adult life?  You become Chai Mitzvah. MJCDS has decided to launch an innovative initiative for parents of children grades 4K-grade 5 called Chai Mitzvah. The program is sponsored by MJCDS and is open to the public.
Photos


Shadow Puppetry and Beginning a Chanukkah art project 


Recess!



Learning about Bacteria and Handwashing (above and below)



Jewish Learning for your Family
Can you be Grateful and Disappointed at the Same Time? 

Rabbi Shai Held writes "A Jew is, ideally, a human being who, like Leah, can find her way to gratitude without having everything she wants or even needs."  

"It's not often that a biblical character makes you want to cry, but if you pay careful attention to the matriarch Leah, she can break your heart..." Click here to read the rest of this commentary
Community Announcements
Love Tales of the Talmud with Rabbi Rebecca
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 7 pm, BIC
Using the model of the traditional Beit Midrash (House of Study), participants will spend an evening studying Jewish text and engaging in meaningful discussion. Come every week, or just drop by when you can! The topic for November 12 is "Love Tales from the Talmud," led by Rabbi Rebecca Ben-Gideon.

 

Camp Ramah Info Sessions

Thurs., November 21
Curious about Camp Ramah? Want to spend an evening socializing with current and prospective Camp Ramah families? Mark your calendar for Thursday, Nov. 21. Assistant Director Yael Bendat-Appell will be visiting Madison. She will be spending the dinner hour at the home of a Camp Ramah family. More information to follow.
 
Calendar
Mon. Nov 11  Parent-Teacher Conferences 

Thurs. Nov. 14  Gym at the YMCA
 
Fri. Nov. 15   Parent Coffee, The Froth House, 8:15 am
                    Kabbalat Shabbat 1:30 pm
 
Sun. Nov 17  MJCDS Open House 1-3 pm
 
Mon. Nov 18  Parent-Teacher Conferences
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

Clara Lazimy clara@madisonjewishdayschool.com

Rabbi Ben-Gideon rabbi@madisonjewishdayschool.com

  

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