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December 12, 2014
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20 Kislev - 5775
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From the Head of School ~
Dr. David Portnoy
Dear Yavneh Family,
It warms my heart to see our students engaged in their studies and exam preparations this time of year. We speak often of Yavneh's mission, part of which is to prepare students for "college and university distinction," and this bi-annual experience is one such way that goal is achieved. College acceptances for the Class of 2015 - this year's senior class - have begun to roll in, and will be summarized in an upcoming Etone.
We were honored this week with a special visit from a group of IDF (Israel Defense Forces) soldiers and retired officers (see below), reaffirming Yavneh's strong ties to the State, People and Land of Israel. Our campus is indeed a center of U.S.-Israel cooperation and commitment. Special thanks to our student ambassadors for serving as hosts and tour guides to our visiting dignitaries!
At this miraculous time of Chanukah, we are reminded of the possibilities that await our maturing, hard-working and compassionate Yavneh students. We could not be prouder of our students and the ways they work and interact with one another and the adults in their lives. It is truly a blessing to be a part of this school community.
From our students, faculty and staff, we wish you a peaceful and healthy Shabbat Shalom, and Happy Hanukkah!
-Dr. P
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Yavneh Calendar
December
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Finals Continue
Click here for a more detailed Finals Schedule | | 12-16 | Erev Chanukah | | 12-17 to 12-24 | Chanukah
| | 12-18 | Student Chanukah Party 7-9 p.m. Yavneh Campus | | 12-19 | End of 2nd Quarter | | 12-20 to 1-4 | Winter Break |
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to download
Dvar Torah from
Benji Zoller,
Yavneh Student.
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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Yavneh Students Support IDF
 On Wednesday, the entire Yavneh student body honored visiting IDF soldiers in a community event on campus that included stirring videos and testimonials from a number of active and retired IDF soldiers, including a "lone soldier" officer who grew up in the U.S. Smaller groups of students had the opportunity to speak directly to the officers as well. Through their stories and slides, the soldiers were able to convey the complexity and necessity of their role protecting the State of Israel, and by extension, the entire Jewish community. Many thanks to the FIDF for bringing this outstanding program to Yavneh!
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Yavneh PTO in Action
 A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful PTO volunteers (left to right)Janyce Steinbrecher (PTO President), Faye Lavi, Holly Lynn, Ann Ochstein, Sheryl Wernick and Cheryl Epstein who brought and set up lunch for the Faculty and Staff to celebrate the winter holidays! The Yavneh PTO is an invaluable resource for the school's parents, students and faculty. Like to be more involved? Keep an eye out for volunteer opportunities with the PTO.
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December Birthdays
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2 - Adina Romaner
Eden Tabaria
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7 - Emily Warshowsky
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10 - Hannah Zhrebker
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16 - Serina Romick
Zachary Romick
Angelica Groysman
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18 - Meir Epstein
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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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Student Chanukah Party
All Yavneh Students are invited to celebrate Chanukah on campus in the Beit Midrash, Thursday, December 18th from 7 to 9 p.m. For questions, please contact Naomi Schrager at naomischrager@gmail.com.
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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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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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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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