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Shabbat Candlelighting:
4:28pm
Havdalah:
5:40pm
Parsha:
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KDHS
Dates to Note
Monday, January 28
Professional Development Day
No Classes in Session
January 29 to
February 7
Mid-Term Exams
Next PAC Meeting:
February 12
7pm
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Community Events
Word Whips
January 24 7 - 9pm
Gertrude Zack Gallery JCC
More Info
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Remembering Dennis Frankenburg z"l
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 It is with great sadness that we recognize the passing of Dennis Frankenburg z"l, one of the visionaries of King David High School. Together with his beloved wife Naomi, the Frankenburg family was an integral part of King David's foundation and capital campaign. Our heartfelt condolences are with Naomi and their children and grandchildren at this time. Dennis and Naomi began their commitment to Jewish education after their children graduated from VTT and there was no Jewish high school. Together their passion, now fulfilled, was to establish a Jewish high school in Vancouver. In Dennis' decade-spanning commitment to our community, he served as treasurer of the Beth Israel Synagogue and the Combined Jewish Appeal and Talmud Torah Building Fund. Dennis was also a life member of the Board of the Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver. He served as president of Vancouver JNF from 1972 to 1974 and was on the National JNF Board from 1975 to 1977. May his memory be for a blessing.
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Random Acts of Chesed Week 2013 is almost here!
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"Thou shalt teach them [commandments] diligently to your children."
~ Deuteronomy (Devarim) 6:7
King David students are looking forward to our annual Random Acts of Chesed (RAC) Week from February 18th-22nd.
Throughout this year, our students have been learning about the different ways to impact the world around them and developing an understanding of why we have a duty to care for ourselves and the communities
around the world.
RAC week is inspired by our beloved Gabrielle Isserow Z"L whose actions and community involvement represented the spirit of chesed. She performed random acts of chesed every day to everyone around her with humble grace and unyielding generosity.
SAVE THE DATE
Friday, February 22nd 1pm Join us for our celebration of kindness as our students showcase their random acts of kindness from the entire week.
It is an event not to be missed.
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King David, VTT and RJDS Students Work Together!
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On Thursday, December 10th, we welcomed VTT`s Grade 7 students and RJDS`s Grade 6/7 class into our school. We kicked off the RAC Week preparation event by handing out popcorn and cotton candy, while listening to the music of our wonderful very own King David band. The atrium was decorated beautifully with RAC Week colours. The Grade 6 and 7 students previously divided into 4 groups, arrived dressed in the colours of their theme and team. They were here to learn with us and then lead the RAC week activities in their respective schools. The four teams are * Environment - led by a group of Grade 8 students. * Community - led by a group of Grade 9 students. * Friends and family - led by a group of Grade 10 students. * Self - led by a group of Grade 11 students.
The Grade 12 students, also divided into teams, were supervising and coordinating their assigned group. Each group started with an ``ice breaker`` game. After the chosen game, an inspiring program took place. There were many quotes about kindness spread out on the ground, each person was to pick one that related to them personally. Each person then explained why they chose that quote. Each group then brainstormed ideas to do on their RAC week day. Finally, we all play ed a chesed trivia game lead by Rabbi Berger. This day was truly inspirational. We want to thank Shoshana Burton for planning this incredible event. ~ Leeor and Justine, Grade 8
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Calling All Alumni!
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Grade 11 and 12 students invite all King David Alumni
to a Shabbat Dinner
Spend Friday night with friends, to conclude an inspiring "Random Acts of Chesed Week".  $18 per person: Please send this form with your payment to the KDHS office no later than February 18th OR
Reserve you spot by purchasing a ticket online
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Spread the Word!
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Applications for 2013 admission available now!  What makes King David unique?
King David is the only co-ed high school in British Columbia that dedicates itself to delivering a dual curriculum of General and Jewish Studies. It is the only co-ed high school in British Columbia delivering a curriculum of academic excellence that incorporates outstanding delivery of core curriculum from committed and dedicated teachers, with the added value of an inclusive, comprehensive education that encourages questioning, critical thinking, and values-based learning in the best tradition of Jewish scholarship.
King David surpasses the definition of conventional schooling. We are a community of shared tradition with a common dedication to social justice and tikkun olam (repairing the world) committed to nurturing, strengthening, and empowering Jewish peoplehood and the Jewish state, Israel. King David is a family in which individuals are valued and respected, and where social bonds with peers and teachers are created for life.
Click here to download an application or contact the admissions office (604) 263 9700 x 202 / dappelbaum@kdhs.org and a package will be mailed to you. Due date: February 6, 2013
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King David Lions
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The King David Lion's basketball season has swung into full gear with all four teams in action this month. The Senior, Junior, and Bantam Boys Basketball teams have been in action since our return from Winter Break facing some challenging opponents and working together in some impressive victories. Our Senior Girls Basketball team is also working hard in their season and will be in action this Monday afternoon in a home game at the JCC.
Fans and parents are always welcome to take in a game featuring our athletes. For a full list of home and away games for all four teams, please click here.
GO LIONS!!!!
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Louis Saitowitz, Class of 2010
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Rachel and Kira, Grade 11, have taken on the task of contacting alumni to find out where their journey has taken them since graduating from King David. Through the interviews they are conducting, it is clear that our alumni are successfully carving places for themselves in a variety of professions and in many cities throughout the world.  Today's spotlight shines on Louis Saitowitz.
"I have always loved working with food especially eating it, to me food and every dish created is a learning experience. From learning how to work with raw ingredients, to how a full dish is actually created, has always fascinated me. It has been a passion of mine since I was a small boy sitting on a stool behind the counter watching my mom cook and prep for the deli we used to own. And now I cook with my brigade day in and out, creating food while having fun."
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SAVE THE DATE
King David Brings Broadway to Vancouver!
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