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November 7, 2014
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14 Cheshvan - 5775
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From the Head of School ~
Dr. David Portnoy
Dear Yavneh Family,
It was thrilling for so many of our students to  participate in the 2014 AIPAC National Summit in Dallas this past week (see below). Yavneh's connection to the State of Israel and its people is at the core of our mission. I am proud that our Israel Advocacy Club is bursting with energy and activity, and that their updates have become a regular student-produced part of our weekly Etone.
This past week also included a highlight of our Admissions effort, the annual Yavneh Open House. Prospective students, parents and a number of grandparents had the opportunity to tour our fabulous campus, and to meet and speak with Yavneh students, teachers and parents. It was a wonderful day, and if you know of any prospective students who would be a good fit for Yavneh, please let us know.
Our basketball teams are off to a strong start. Many thanks to the fans who packed the Schultz Family Gym this week to cheer on our boys' and girls' teams at the start of what promises to be an exciting season.
Shabbat Shalom, and Go Bulldogs!
-Dr. P
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Yavneh Calendar
November
| 11-17 | College Visitation Day for Seniors | | 11-21 & 11-22 | SAVE THE DATE - Campus Shabbaton, Details to Follow | | 11-26 | Alumni Basketball Game and Reception | | 11-26 to 11-30 | Thanksgiving Holiday - No School |
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to download
Dvar Torah from
Mrs. Naomi Schrager,
Assistant Principal/Judaic Programming.
Shabbat Shalom from
Rabbi Meir Tannenbaum, Mrs. Naomi Schrager, and the Judaic Studies Faculty
To hear more about the Parsha of the week, parents can join Rabbi Yaakov Tannenbaum in the Atrium Boardroom every Thursday morning from 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
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Rabbi Mechanic Visits Yavneh
 Rabbi Daniel Mechanic visited the Yavneh campus from New York on Wednesday morning, and shared many stories and insights with our high school students. Rabbi Mechanic is the Founder and Director of Project Chazon in New York City, which focuses particularly on inter-religious issues, including how to address missionizing efforts by other faiths. The students and faculty found Rabbi Mechanic to be a dynamic and engaging visitor. Many thanks to Rabbi Tannenbaum for organizing the visit. |
Sharing the Yavneh Experience
Over 100 people attended the Yavneh Open House on Sunday, November 2nd. Prospective families learned from faculty and staff about academics, extracurricular activities, and college and toured the campus with Yavneh students. In his remarks to the crowd, Amitai Abouzaglo '16 spoke about his "epiphany" that Yavneh is more than a school-"it's a lifestyle." He emphasized the passion and commitment of Yavneh students and the sense of community that permeates the campus. There was a true feeling of community as we welcomed many families from Akiba, Levine, public and other private schools to our campus.
Thank you to all our student and parent volunteers who helped make this such a wonderful event. In the coming weeks, students will return on their own to spend a day visiting Yavneh. If you know of any students who might be interested in attending Yavneh, please be in touch with Mimi Zimmerman, Director of Admissions at 214-295-3500 or mzimmerman@yavnehdallas.org.
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Israel Advocacy Club Update
A member of Hamas has committed the second terror attack in Jerusalem in the last two weeks. On Wednesday, he used a car to hit civilians in cars and on the sidewalk. He then exited the car and proceeded to attack police officers and pedestrians until he was shot and killed. A Druze police officer was killed and 14 others were injured. Hamas made a statement saying the attack was in retaliation for Israel's response to Palestinian riots in Jerusalem and the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
A unique view of Jerusalem and its modern light rail system:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZBUIKubTiw
AIPAC National Summit
Dallas was fortunate to host AIPAC's annual National Summit in downtown this past Sunday and Monday. The National Summit educated attendees on current Israeli and American affairs and also celebrated Israel's advancements in technology, medicine, arts, and various fields. Speakers included former IDF Chief of Defense Intelligence, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Amos Yadlin, a pilot who destroyed Iraq's nuclear reactor in Operation Opera and Alon Ben-Gurion, the grandson of David Ben-Gurion.
Yavneh students with Alon Ben-Gurion
This Tuesday was the 19th year since Yitzhak Rabin's assassination. Rabin was the first native-born prime minister of Israel and served two terms. Additionally, Rabin served in the Palmach and the IDF and received the Nobel Peace Prize.
Yitzhak Rabin z"l
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Year in Israel
Each year, Yavneh graduates choose to spend a year in Israel before starting college. Programs range from classic Yeshiva/Seminary learning programs to travel programs, volunteer options and internships. During the coming weeks, representatives of many of the programs will be visiting Yavneh. Please check back for updates, and contact Mrs. Schrager with any questions: Naomischrager@gmail.com
Men's Programs
November 10th (Monday) - Yeshivat Torah V'Avodah- 9 AM
November 19th (Wednesday) - Yeshivat Mevaseret - 9:00 AM
November 20th (Thursday)- Yeshivat HaKotel- afternoon (time TBA)
December 4th (Thursday) - Yeshivat Eretz HaTzvi- 11 AM
Women's Programs
November 10th (Monday) - Midreshet Torah V'Avodah- 9 AM
November 13th (Thursday) - Machon Maayan - 9 AM
November 17th (Monday)- Midreshet Yeud - 9 AM
November 18th (Tuesday)- Midreshet Moriah- 9AM
***There will also be an information session for Midreshet and Yeshivat Torah V'Avodah (Bnei Akiva's new program) at the home of Clara Wohlstadter (12324 Marbrook Drive) on Sunday night,
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COLLEGE VISIT
2:30 P.M.
FINANCIAL AID MADE SIMPLE-JOIN US
On Wednesday, November 12, Dana Cazares, Assistant Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid at Texas A&M University will meet with junior and senior class parents at 7:00 p.m. in the library. Her expertise will provide you with an understanding of the options available for financing your student's education.
HILLEL FAIR
The Jewish Federation of Fort Worth & Tarrant County invites high school students and their parents to a Hillel Fair on Sunday, November 16 at Beth El Congregation in Fort Worth, from 3-5pm. They will have representatives from UT-Austin, A&M, Oklahoma, North Texas, and other regional Hillels. Eric Fingerhut is going to do a video welcome message and they will have a few short speakers; a student, parent and Hillel alum, and students and parents will be able to meet Hillel staff and learn about Jewish life on the various campuses. The event is free.
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Season Passes to all Yavneh Athletic events are now on sale for $25.00
Bleacher seats are also available for $50.00
And BRAND NEW
purchase red, embroidered 50 x 60 in. 100% polyester fleece knit blankets for $25.00
To purchase, please contact
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Please send all news and updates for Yavneh Academy's Etone to: info@yavnehdallas.orgYavneh Academy of Dallas 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 214.295.3500 www.yavnehdallas.org
Yavneh Academy is a beneficiary and partner agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas |
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