From the Head of School

Shabbat Shalom

Dear Yavneh Family,

I had just sent last week's Etone to you when a beautiful musical tribute to MLK began making the rounds. Featuring the talents of Yeshiva University's Maccabeats and the African American a cappella group Naturally 7, their joint tuneful performance among the historic monuments of our nation's capital is a heartwarming reminder of Jewish dedication to civil rights, social justice (Tikkun Olam) and interfaith collaboration.

And although we are several weeks into what we typically call "second semester," we are actually half-way through the academic year, which is why this week we created a special schedule for Judaics exams, enabling our students to fully focus on their Limudei Kodesh classes, texts and projects.

Looking forward to spirited Tu B'Shevat celebrations amidst our comparatively warm Dallas weather next week!

Shabbat Shalom and Go Bulldogs!

Dr. P

As the Jewish people stood terrified facing the direst of all circumstances, the raging waters of the Red Sea on one side and the myriads of armed chariots belonging to the Egyptian army on the other side, the Jews did what Jews always do, they prayed. As the verse tells us, "And the Egyptians pursued after them, all the horses and chariots of Pharaoh, and his horsemen, and his army, and overtook them encamping by the sea...And when Pharaoh drew near, the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and, behold, the Egyptians were marching after them; and they were so afraid; and the children of Israel cried out to G-D." Rashi discussing this prayer, comments "They seized the craft of their ancestors". The Jews then prayed just as each one of our forefathers similarly turned to G-D in prayer during their particular challenges.

When you consider the implication of this commentary it reveals an incredible insight about the Jewish people. The Jews in Egypt never met Avraham and Yitzchak, yet, they were somehow attuned to the powerful effects of Tefillah. They understood that the secret to our survival

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Mark Your Calendars!

*February*
1-25		Tu B'Shevat Celebration
2-5 & 2-6		On Campus Shabbaton
2-12 & 2-15		No School - Presidents' Weekend

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Lunch Calendar

Remember, to hear more about the Parsha of the week, parents can join Rabbi Ariel Rackovsky in the Atrium Boardroom every Thursday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Reenrollment Reminder

Now is the time to reenroll your child for the 2016-2017 school year. The following fees are due:

Prior to February 8 $200

February 9 thru March 8 $400

March 9 or later $600

To reenroll, go to MyBackpack, sign in, and click on "Enroll/Reenrollment" under Forms/Documents. Next,click on "Review Profile. You must confirm your profile in order to continue with the enrollment process.

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