Weizmann Day School Hadashot

February 7/7 Adar l, 5774; Candle lighting at 5:11 pm
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Science Central
Art Update
Did you know...
Important Dates
Todah Rabbah
Community News
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The students and staff are extremely excited about Weizmann Day School's Annual Science Fair coming up this Wednesday, February 12, 6-7 pm, in the PJTC Social Hall.  It is going to be an amazing night of scientific learning and discovery for all. The science curriculum at Weizmann is a pillar of our school and our community, and it is with much anticipation that all of our students, grades K-8, 

participate each year in the science fair. We are phenomenally lucky to be located so close to two of world's most renowned and respected scientific research institutions, Caltech and JPL. Additionally, we hold within us an enormous sense of pride for our namesake, the world-famous chemist and Zionist statesman, Israel's first president, Chaim Weizmann, and our current connection as the only elementary school affiliated with the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel.

 

As we do with all of our programs each year, the teachers and staff evaluate the educational value and meaningfulness of the past year's activities. The Science Fair is no exception, and this year the judging will look a bit different than it has in past years.  Starting in 2014, only the middle school projects (grades 6-8) will be judged by an outside panel for content, presentation, and points.  The most decorated 6th and 7th grade projects (highest scoring based on the average of points awarded per all three judge's rubrics) will then move on to the Los Angeles County Science Fair in March, along with our 8th graders who have already been admitted to the county science fair, a privilege we reserve for the graduating class, and in consideration of their experience with the process from previous year's participation.  The judging at process at Weizmann will prepare all of our middle school students for the judging that will take place at the county science fair.  

 

However, every student's project, regardless of grade level, will be assessed by his/her science teacher.  A standardized rubric is used to evaluate each student's project and classroom presentation, the results of which are calculated as part of the science grade earned for the trimester.

 

We hope to see you all, with family, friends, and neighbors, at the Weizmann Day School Science Fair on February 12th and invite you to the Los Angeles County Science Fair, in support of our middle school students, on Saturday, March 29th at the Pasadena Convention Center. This is an opportunity to marvel at the ingenuity and ambition of this young generation, particularly when it comes to the sciences and engineering.

Artistically Speaking...

Artwork from six of our students was recently entered in a Los Angeles County Student Art Exhibition.  The goal of this L.A. County Student Art Contest is to showcase outstanding artwork.  Winning entries will be recognized at a County Board of Education meeting on March 18, 2014. Three works from our kindergarten students -- peacock drawings by Alan, Lucy, and Stevie, and three works done by first and second graders -- Garden/Art class drawings by Anastasia, Sydney, and Sarai were submitted.  Kol Hakavod!

Did you know...

that Weizmann Day School's 30th Anniversary Gala is this Saturday evening?  YOU MUST HAVE ALREADY PURCHASED TICKETS TO ATTEND THIS SOLD-OUT EVENING -- SORRY, WALK-INS CANNOT BE ACCOMMODATED!

 

that the administrators from the Peace & Justice Academy visited this week to speak to the middle school students and interested parents about the new Interfaith High School beginning this Fall?

 

that the student council extends their gratitude to all of the parents, students, and teachers who supported their Boker Tov Bagel Breakfast last week?  Due to popular demand, they will host another breakfast next month.

 

that the spectacular, school-wide Science Fair is almost here?  Join us, with family and friends, on Wednesday, 2/12, 6-7 pm, in the Social Hall for an exciting evening of scientific fun and learning. 

 

that we have Scrip Gift Cards available for purchase in the office? Gift cards available include: Arco, Marcus Theatres, Whole Foods, Starbucks, Amazon, Target and Noah's Bagels.

 

that the Federation's Shabbaton Birthright Experience weekend retreat will be here sooner than you think?  The dates are March 7 - 9; registration applications are available in the school office and were also emailed home.

Important Dates:

February 7:  Tuition Assistance Application Due

February 8: 30th Anniversary Gala - 6:30 pm Cocktail Hour - 

 7:30 pm Dinner

February 11: 1st - 5th Grade Field Trip - Natural History Museum -  8:30 am - 2:00 pm 

February 12: Science Fair - 6:00 - 7:00 pm

February 13: 100th Day of School

February 14: Staff in-service - SCHOOL CLOSED

February 17: Presidents Day - SCHOOL CLOSED

February 18: Board Meeting - 7:30 - 9:00 pm - Room 5

Todah Rabbah
To Sophia for reading to kindergarten.
 
To Lisa for making trail mix with kindergarten.
 
To Jake for reading to kindergarten.
 
To Erinn and Jake for decorating cupcakes with kindergarten.
 
To Annette, Anna, Ben, Christine, Greta, Laura, and Maya for driving 4th-8th grade to Covina Library to see the Underground Railroad Quilt Exhibit.
 
To Alma, Chrissy, Sandy, and Susan for driving/escorting 1st grade to the library.
 
In a BIG way to Ella and Avi, Jake, Michelle and Rubi, and Daniel, Neta, and Yaakov for their help in the garden on Sunday morning.
Community News
Super Sunday is this Sunday, February 9. Volunteers throughout the Greater San Gabriel Valley come together to help the Jewish Federation raise money in order to support the vital work done on behalf of and for the community. The money that is raised helps so many people by enabling the Jewish Federation to provide and increase the programs and services offered for those who need it.

 

Join us at this year's Super Sunday; make a real difference in our community by making it possible for the Jewish Federation to strengthen and enhance Jewish life in our community.

 

RSVP today by contacting the Jewish Federation.  

For more information, please call 626.445.0810 or email federation@jewishsgpv.org.

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The February monthly sleepover (for 4th & 5th graders) at Temple Beth Israel of Highland Park and Eagle Rock will be on the last Friday of the month - February 28, 7:00 pm.  Contact Ben (Izzy's dad) for details.   

 

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Weizmann Day School provides an outstanding academic education, enriched by Judaic principles and a commitment to service.
Lisa Feldman, Head of School
Lori Snyder, School Administrator
Carrie Allen, Office Manager
Email: office@weizmann.net
Phone: 626-797-0204
Web: http://www.weizmann.net