Once again, NEMJDS hosted the Alabama Symphony Orchestra for an incredible performance in our very own gym!  Under the direction of assistant conductor, Roderick Cox, students were introduced to the various families of instruments that make up the entire orchestra, including:  string, woodwind, brass and percussion.  Students heard classic pieces of music that highlighted the various orchestra families.  The biggest cheer was given to the tuba when when it was raised to show the students.

Ellen Landy and her violin teacher/ASO member, Troy Bast.

Using only their math skills and creativity, 5th grade students created a whole new series of products on display in our front lobby.  Students had to deconstruct a rectangular prism, take measurements, calculate perimeter, area, surface area and volume and construct their own boxes and 'school-related' products.  Students were responsible for graphic design using measurements and the creation of a cube model to verify their calculations.

Students were sent home with a letter announcing the launch of our PTA Fall Fundraiser ...

Orders can be placed on-line, so don't hesitate to send the link to your out-of-town family and friends.  Just follow the directions in the packet to enter orders. 

Order deadline is Monday, October 14th.  Please be sure to enter your orders on-line before the deadline.

If you have questions, contact our PTA co-presidents, Jenifer Thornton and Rebecca White, at pta@nemjds.org

 
Family Fried Chicken Dinner - Oct. 24th, 5:30

at 11:25 am. 

 

 

 

Avot:    Yoav Yammer, Noah Hagedorn

Imahot: Hannah Gorelick

 

Kabbalat Shabbat is sponsored by David Gorelick and Naomi Feldman, in honor of their grand daughter, Hannah Gorelick.  

 

If you would like to sponsor a Kabbalat Shabbat in honor of your child or a special event, click here for the on-line form.