From the Head of School

Shabbat Shalom

Our students' hilarious production of Woody Allen's Don't Drink the Water was the result of tremendous dedication and many hours of hard work by a terrific group of student actors, producers, assistant directors and stage managers, all under the direction of Mr. Rapps (who doubles as a Math teacher in his non-theater time ;o) .

The story of a colorful family of caterers from New Jersey who are stranded in a far-off European embassy run by a hapless and hysterical staff, "Don't Drink the Water" is a perfect mix of wit, drama and physical comedy, and our Yavneh students made us proud while reducing students, parents, teachers and other fans to tears, spleen-splitting laughter and sincere admiration for their talent and hard work.

It makes perfect sense that we enjoyed ourselves so much during Adar 2, following on the heels of a great Rosh Chodesh celebration, and just a week before the great holiday of Queen Esther, Megillah reading and our annual Senior Class Spiel. As the old joke goes, "What's the secret to great comedy?" (Answer: "Timing.") Woody would have been so proud!

We've also just extended offers of admission to a wonderful group of incoming freshmen for the fall (as well as a small number of upper classmen). Believe it or not, the current 8th graders will comprise the Yavneh Class of 2020! We are looking forward to welcoming this newest group of Bulldogs!

Shabbat Shalom - and be excited about Purim!

Dr. P

This Shabbat is known as Shabbat Zachor, the Shabbat of remembrance. On this Shabbat in addition to the usual Torah reading, we read an additional section from Devarim. This short reading which contains only three verses, states as follows; "Remember what Amalek did to you as you came out of Egypt. He met you by the way, and smote the hindmost of you, all that were enfeebled in the rear, when you were faint and weary; and feared not G-D. Therefore it shall be, when G-D has given you rest from your enemies around you, in the land which G-D has given you for an inheritance to possess it, that you shall blot out the remembrance of Amalek from under heaven; you shalt not forget."

Although the directive may sound simple - remember what Amalek did and never forget the damage inflicted upon you when you left Egypt. Practically, how can one be instructed to remember something, isn't the ability to remember and forget really beyond our control. No one tries to forget material for a test, their anniversaries, or their children's birthdays; it happens as unintended consequence of our limited human abilities. As unpleasant as it may be, it is only natural to forget things. So how can we be held responsible to remember Amalek and to not forget them?

The Gerrer Rebbe, Rav Yitzchok Meir Alter is bothered by the secondary obligation of the reading to blot out the remembrance of Amalek. Why should G-D require us to wipe out Amalek? Certainly an omnipotent G-D is more than capable of performing this feat. Wiping out a single nation, the evil clan of Amalek should present no challenge for G-D.

Yavneh Academy Receives

Top Ranking

For the second year in a row, we are proud to be ranked in the top 10 DFW Private High Schools with an A+ rating!! Click here to see entire list, including Yavneh's 25th place ranking state wide.

Mark Your Calendars!

March

3-23		Fast of Esther - 3 p.m. Dismissal Megillah Reading and Senior Spiel
3-24		Purim - Noon Dismissal
3-25		Shushan Purim - No School
3-29		Special Speaker: Rabbi Ken Spiro - 4 p.m.

April

4-10		High T honoring Rabbi Tannenbaum Sr.
4-17		Points for Peace Tournament - JCC

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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 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.

Don't Drink the Water

Photos by Seth Gerstenfeld '18

Bulldog Bytes

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SENIOR

Carolyn Smith

Parents: Debbie and Garry Smith

Synagogue: Tiferet Israel

Prior School: Akiba Academy

Favorite Class: Anatomy and Physiology

Favorite Co-curricular: Volleyball

Yavneh is...a place that has prepared me for my future, as well as taught me not only what it means to be a Jew, but what it means to be part of a community.

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Purim in Art

By Jordyn Lax '19

College Cues

NACAC'S NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR

Thursday, April 7

5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Arlington Convention Center

The National College Fair is coming to Dallas Thursday, April 7, 2016 at Arlington Convention Center. NACAC 's fair will have over 300 colleges and universities from throughout the United States and around the world.

Students and parents can meet one-on-one with representatives from a variety of colleges and universities, learn about admissions and/or attend information sessions while there. You must register ahead of time and print out information for the representatives to scan. Log into www.gotomyncf.com prior to attending the fair. Complete the on-line registration and bring it to the fair. Colleges will then scan your barcode to access your information, allowing more one-on-one conversation at the fair. This is a must for sophomores and juniors but everyone is invited to attend. While the fair is free, parking is $5.00 at the convention center.

JFS Klein Internship Program

Deadline Extended to March 30

Since 2009, Jewish Family Service has provided teens from the Dallas Metroplex the opportunity to intern at one of the area's many nonprofit organizations. This program was designed as a lasting tribute to Rabbi Gerald J. Klein of Temple Emanu-El in Dallas, in celebration of his passion and commitment to issues of social justice for over 50 years. The program has helped to educate teens about nonprofit agencies and their missions through hands on learning and invaluable training and experiences.

If you are interested in applying, please click here for more information.

City of Dallas Environmental Education Initiative Internship Opportunity

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