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Last Wednesday, the Class of 2017 set off on a two day trip full of fun, excitement, and anticipation. And the trip did not disappoint, as the grade was kept busy with all-day programming and fun activities. The annual sophomore trip started off with a sports tournament at Danbury Sports Dome, which included football, ultimate frisbee, kickball, dodgeball, and even bubble soccer. Some teachers also joined the fun, and students throughout the trip were able to build relationships with rebbeim, teachers, and administrators outside the classroom. Immediately following the dome, the grade headed to Bounce in Poughkeepsie, where they jumped, flipped, dunked, and just had a great time. They then stopped at a local shul for maariv and dinner, followed by rollerblading, laser tag and bumper cars at yet another facility. Finally, they arrived at the luxurious Pine Grove Family Dude Ranch for some learning, a barbecue, swimming and an awesome bonfire. 

The next day, after davening and learning, students had options to play paintball, go horseback riding, snow tubing, and/or to jut relax in the hotel in the hotel. The Class of 2017 returned to MTA exhausted, but thankful for the great fun they shared with friends and teachers. A big thank you is due to Rabbi Green, Mr. Gillers, and the student council for spending so much time planning this phenomenal trip. 

Each day during breakfast, students meet in the Library with peers to tutor and be tutored in a variety of school courses.  Students who need help with a particular assignment can get help from others who are proficient in that subject area and who volunteer to help out. Sometimes there is a pre-arranged meeting, but oftentimes,  a student needing last minute help with a test on that day comes and asks for assistance. 

There is a comfortable feeling between the two who meet to help and be helped, as "Each One Teach One" pairs a Junior Arista member with a freshman, sophomore,  junior, and sometimes even a senior looking for academic help.  

Special thanks to Mikey Hizami ('16) and Mickey Kolber ('16) for arranging the incredible program, and to Mrs. Levitt for her valuable guidance.

This past Monday night, the Lions traveled to Brooklyn for their final match against the Magen David Yeshivah (MDY) Warriors. Previously, the Lions beat the Warriors in OT and they were looking for an easier victory this time around. The Lions stormed out of the gates firing several shots on net and putting a lot of pressure on the MDY goalkeeper. With a bunch of early goals and some stellar saves by keeper Yoni Schechter ('15), the Lions headed into halftime up 7-0. The second half started the same way with all of the Lions contributing on offense and defense. Zev Markowitz ('15) picked up his third hat-trick of the season, Yitzy Richter ('17) picked up the first goal of his career, and Yoni Schechter picked up his first shutout. The Lions ended up winning by mercy rule 9-0, continuing their undefeated season. MTA will face off against SAR after Pesach in arguably their biggest game of their season.