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December 5, 2014
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13 Kislev - 5775
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From the Head of School ~
Dr. David Portnoy
Dear Yavneh Family,
It was wonderful seeing so many alumni - and alumni parents - at our Thanksgiving games and  reception. Watching them reconnect with teachers, coaches and rabbis - and with each other - was a heartwarming sight. Special thanks to Brittney Herson '09 and Brad Alhadef '08 for their leadership on these events!
The campus is feeling a bit quieter with both our Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball teams at the Beth Tfiloh Weiner Tournament and Shabbaton in Baltimore (my home town and old school).  The reports I am getting from friends and colleagues in Maryland - host families, teachers and principals - is that our student-athletes are comporting themselves in the menschlich ways their families and we at Yavneh try to teach and mold them each day. (Yes, that's a photo of them studying in Baltimore!)
The rest of us are here on campus getting ready to begin our semester exams. We have spoken with our students about the importance of time management and self-care at this busy time. Feel free to ask any Yavneh student what the SAS Theorem of exam preparation is (hint: it involves lots of rest and healthy imbibing). Thanks for your support of our kids at this often-stressful time of year.
Shabbat Shalom- and Go Bulldogs!
-Dr. P
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Yavneh Calendar
December
12-3 to
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Basketball Tournament - Baltimore
Follow the team and see live games here.
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Finals Begin
Click here for a more detailed Finals Schedule | | 12-16 | Erev Chanukah | | 12-17 to 12-24 | Chanukah
| | 12-19 | End of 2nd Quarter | | 12-20 to 1-4 | Winter Break |
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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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Alumni Reunion: Basketball Games and Reception
 Over 100 people attended the events at the Yavneh Alumni Reunion on Wednesday, November 26th! Alumni participated in what has become a tradition-- mens and women's basketball games-- with stands full of spectators, including fellow alumni, parents, and current Yavneh students, who also served as referees for the games. Brad Alhadef '08 organized the games again this year. After the games, alumni attended a special, first-of-its-kind reception with sushi and sliders catered by A Taste of the  World. A number of alumni from a variety of classes, ranging from 2003-2013, returned to campus for the festivities. Brittney Herson '09, who helped coordinate the reception, reflects on the Yavneh experience: "Part of what makes Yavneh so unique is the spanning of relationships across grade levels and age groups. This year we were able to all come together to help plan and celebrate our alma mater. I had a great time catching up with old friends and meeting new alumni. We shared delicious food and drinks, reminisced about our high school days, and kicked off the Thanksgiving weekend with a bang."
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Remember to submit all your personal art, photography, poetry or short fiction to the YAD, Yavneh Academy's Literary Journal! Drop off submissions in the box on the YAD display by the art room, or email them to Cassie Gross (cassiegross2@gmail.com). If your art is too large, take a picture of it and turn that in or just leave it in Dr. Cloward's office. Also, if you are stuck for an idea, make sure to check out the prompts on the display downstairs!
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Yavneh Academy's Annual Giving
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As the end of 2014 quickly approaches, we would like to thank you for being a member of the Yavneh family. Because of people like you, the school has achieved a stellar reputation and continues to thrive and contribute to the vibrancy of the Dallas Jewish community. As you make your final 2014 gifts, please remember that your gift to the 2014-2015 Annual Fund makes a difference. You can donate via our website at www.YavnehDallas.org or by mailing a check to 12324 Merit Drive, Dallas TX 75251. Thank you!
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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
December 8th (Monday) - Aardvark Israel - 11 AM
Women's Programs
December 8th (Monday) - Eshel, Sefardic Women's Seminary - 9 AM
December 8th (Monday) - Aardvark Israel - 11 AM
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COLLEGE INFORMATION SESSION
In a blink of an eye, your student will be looking back on high school ready to take the next big step toward adulthood. With soaring costs of college, post-secondary planning is critical in high school. On Monday, December 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the library, junior parents are invited to attend a College Information Session. Learn about the college guidance program at Yavneh and the step by step process your students will be going through. Mrs. Schmucker will be available to answer all and every question you might have as your student begins exploring possibilities beyond high school.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR SENIORS
The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation is pleased to announce the scholarship process is open for the 2015-2016 school year. The DJCF awards at least 35 college scholarships each year based on financial need, academic merit, involvement in extracurricular activities and/or community service. Scholarships range from $500.00 to $10,000.00 and while some are university specific, most allow study at the college or university of the recipient's choice. We have specific awards for students studying medicine, law, education, fashion merchandising, or Jewish studies and we have a host of scholarships that are for students in any field of study. High school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to apply. Fortunately only one application is needed for the myriad of scholarships since questions are designed to allow us to consider an applicant for every scholarship for which he/she may be eligible. Eligibility requirements and the application can be found at www.djcf.org. If you have any questions, please contact scholarships@djcf.org or 214-615-5268.The application process closes on February 17, 2015.
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NCJW's Day of Service
Once again, Yavneh Academy is partnering with the National Council of Jewish Women for their Day of Service on January 19, 2015, Martin Luther King's Birthday. Beginning today, we will be collecting items for the following agencies. Feel free to go online for more details about these groups:
Echad Apartments
Educational First Steps
Jewish Family Service Food Pantry
Letot Center
Martin Luther King Jr. Child Development Center
North Texas Food Bank
Vickery Meadow Neighborhood Clothes Closet
Items Requested:
| For Women, children and babies |
| For Babies |
For Children/Teens
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Bar soap
Body Wash
Deodorant
Gloves/Hats
Lotion
Panties
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Ponytail Holders
Purse size tissue
Scarves
Socks
Feminine Products
Toothbrush/paste
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Body wash
Diapers
Lotion
Underwear
Wipes
| Books - new and nearly new |
Collection bins will be located in the Yavneh Office. Your donations will be appreciated not only by NCJW but more importantly by the recipients of these much needed items. Thank you so much for your support of NCJW's Day of Service.
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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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