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The Maggid: The Weekly Newsletter of MJCDS
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| January 24, 2014 |
25 Shvat, 5774
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This week I attended a conference of Jewish day school leaders from across the country and from Canada.
We began with a study session about the purpose of Torah study and the complexities of doing so in a pluralistic environment. It was a very powerful experience to study with 500 other people engaged in the same work as we are, the work of building schools that instill not only knowledge and skills, but an emotional connection to and relationship with Torah.
Rabbi Daniel Lehman, President of Hebrew College in Boston, led the session. "Spiritual education seeks to shape an inner life that is rich and deep while inspiring students to serve others and reach beyond the self," he said.
This resonated deeply for me. At MJCDS, I am fond of saying, students understand the connections between who they are, what they learn, and how they can make the world a better place.
I kept these ideas in mind as I attended sessions on topics such as recruitment, retention, and creating connections throughout one's community. And I returned to Madison refreshed, inspired and ready to get back to the practical work of leading our children and our school toward a bright future.
Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Rebecca |
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Announcements
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Special Kabbalat Shabbat Guest
Rabbi Jonathan Biatch, spiritual leader of Temple Beth El, will join us today, Jan 24 at 1:30 pm. Rabbi Biatch is a longtime friend of MJCDS and he sometimes brings his accordion when he visits us!
Chai Mitzvah, this Sunday at 7 pm
A reminder to Chai Mitzvah participants that we will meet this Sunday at 7 pm at BIC. Our topic will be Interpersonal Relationships: Family and Friends. Please let Rabbi Rebecca know if you cannot attend.
New Morning Traffic Flow
You may now enter the building during arrival time one of two ways:
*via the ramp door, where Rabbi Rebecca will be stationed most mornings or
*via the Randall Street door. The outer door will be unlocked, but you will need to use the code to unlock the magnetized inner door.
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| Photos |  Science and Tu'Bishvat
Over the past few weeks, students painted a vegetation-themed mural. As part of their study of plant biology, students created models of key parts of the flower.
They then installed these items as part of a science-art center that includes the mural, the flower models, and models of animals who participate in the pollination process. Today Aimee Coen continues our study of plants with an experiment involving cabbage, a blender, and acids and bases.
Shahanna Baldon was our special guest for a Kabbalat Shabbat in honor of Dr. Martin. Luther King, Jr. She read a book about Dr. King and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel's work in the civil rights movement. Thanks, Shahanna!
Anna helps Lilah and Juliette with an assignment.
Kindergarteners construct sentences with Morah Marla. (above). 
Lincoln grins (left); Handwriting without Tears (right) |
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Admissions
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Discover Day School - Information Evening
February 10, 7 pm
 Parents interested in learning more about Madison Jewish Community Day School are invited to join us for an Information Night on Monday, February 10 at 7 pm. The program will feature the perspectives of faculty, parents and alumni on the many benefits of giving children the gift of Jewish day school education. This event will be held at MJCDS, which is housed at Beth Israel Center, 1406 Mound Street. To attend, please enter through the Randall Street doors.
Be an MJCDS Ambassador
Help spread the word about our school! Here are a few ways you can help: *Like our facebook page here:  *Share MJCDS related photos and status updates with your friends. *Invite your friends to come visit MJCDS--contact Rabbi Rebecca for more details. Discover Day School - Tuesday Tours Tuesday, Feb 4, 9:15 am The best way to get to know MJCDS is to visit! Weekday tours are held regularly throughout the year on Tuesday mornings, 9:15-10:30 am. On these mornings, adults are invited to tour the school, view classes in session, and learn more about MJCDS though a Q&A session with the Head of School. Feb 4 * Mar 4 * April 8 * May 13 RSVP via email to rabbi@madisonjewishdayschool.com or by calling 204-9900. (Individually scheduled tours are also available upon request.)
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| Community Announcements |
Saturday, January 25, 6-8 pm, Goodman Community Center, 148 Waubesa
Warm up your vocal cords, dust off your microphone and come have some fun with us! Featuring Gomeroke (karaoke with the Gomers!)
Schedule Includes: 6:00 pm Havdalah, pizza dinner & dessert, Israeli trivia game
6:45 pm Gomeroke begins Additional fun activities include: pool, video games, card games and plenty of space to hang out and schmooze. Cost: $5 per person or $15 maximum per family RSVP (if you can) to program@jewishmadison.org. Walk-ins are welcome.
Schmooze And Tunes
Fridays Now through March 14th, Two Sessions Offered (9:15 am or 10:30 am)
Max Weinstein Jewish Community Building , 6434 Enterprise Lane Music Together® curriculum involves singing, moving and instrument playing, all developmentally appropriate for very young children and their caregivers. Schmooze and Tunes is taught by our own special music teacher, Susan Valko. Classes are for families with children 3 months to 5 years old. Each class has schmoozing time and a challah snack.
Contact Missy at gan@jewishmadison.org or (608) 278-1808.
Vart, Vart, Zog Mir Nisht! (Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me!)
Saturday, February 8, Beth Israel Center
Some parshiot are full of mystery, others are full of...trivia. Come to Beth Israel Center on Shabbat morning, February 8, as we explore Parshat Tetzaveh through the format of the popular NPR weekly news quiz show, "Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me." Do you have a mind for the details of the Torah? Is deeper exploration of Torah's spiritual themes your thing? Are mystical or fanciful midrashim your speed? All facets of relating to Torah will be tested during this insightful and perhaps irreverent take on the parsha hosted by Jonathan Pollack, Jordan Rosenblum, and Rabbi Joshua Ben-Gideon during Shabbat morning services.
Passport to Jewish Life
$500 Available To Eligible Households
The Jewish Federation of Madison (JFM) is excited to announce the Passport to Jewish Life Program! Thanks to generous private donations, this exciting program is aimed at engaging community members in the wonderful programs the Madison-area Jewish Community has to offer. See Guidelines For Applying
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| Calendar |
Fri. Jan 24 Kabbalat Shabbat with Rabbi Biatch, 1:30 pm
End of Second Quarter
Sun. Jan 26 Chai Mitzvah 7pm
Wed. Jan 29 Board Meeting 7:15 pm, 1010 Grant Street
Thurs. Jan 30 Gym at YMCA
Fri. Jan 31 Parent Coffee at the Froth House, 8:15 am
Kabbalat Shabbat 1:30 pm
Report Cards Go Home
Tues. Feb 4 Discover Day School Tuesday Tour, 9:15 am
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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.comClara Lazimy clara@madisonjewishdayschool.com Rabbi Ben-Gideon rabbi@madisonjewishdayschool.com |
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