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February 28, 2014 - 5774
What’s Happening around Yavneh
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A Renewed Yavneh Vision: A monthly article analyzing the new
Yavneh mission statement.
“Steadfast support of Medinat Yisrael”
Why this mitzvah above all other mitzvot? We didn’t single out
“steadfast support of Lulav shaking” or “steadfast support of not
wearing Shatnez;” why the focus on the State of Israel. The first
Ashkenaz Chief Rabbi of Israel was Rav Avraham Yitzchak HaKohen
Kook Zt”l. Rav Kook was a majestic human being. He combined the
rare blend of a Chassidic soul with a Lithuanian style background
in learning and a consuming love for the people of Israel and
humanity. Rav Kook had a very unique world-view. The great Rosh
Yeshiva, Rav Hutner Zt”l, once said that “we all look at the world
while standing in it, Rav Kook flies above and observes from on
high.” Rav Kook’s understanding of the role of Am Yisrael, is
enmeshed with an all-encompassing historical/spiritual outlook. He
deeply believed that our return to Israel is not merely an
opportunity for a safe haven, and it is not merely a chance to
cross some more mitzvot off our bucket list. Rather, shivat tzion –
the return to Israel is a movement that has been centuries in the
making. It has animated our longing in the diaspora. It has colored
our creativity throughout the ages. Israel is more than just a
place on a map, it’s about our legacy and our role in the greater
tapestry of Jewish civilization.
This grand view of our role in history is an empowering outlook
for our children. We emphasize support for the State of Israel not
just as an important mitzvah but because it enables us to view
ourselves as part of something so much bigger and so much more
meaningful then our petty quibbles and disagreements.
Am Yisrael Chai. Those positive words stand strongest when we
speak of the amazing wonders and the unique gifts of the modern
State of Israel.
Rabbi Shlomo Einhorn
Rav and Dean
Lifelong Inspired Jewish Living
Yavneh is committed to the pursuit of knowledge, intellectual
honesty, and scholarship.
Instilling our students with fineness of character, respect for
others, integrity, and the centrality of chesed in
Jewish life, we continually focus on Ahavat Torah, Mitzvot, and
steadfast support of Medinat Yisrael.
Yavneh’s vision integrates spirituality and modernity through a
comprehensive, creative, and challenging curriculum using
technology, differentiated learning, critical thinking, art, and
athletics; enabling our stu-
dents to flourish as community leaders and model American
citizens.
We are Yavneh
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Are You Ready for “The Great YKC?” By: Rabbi Moshe Dear
What is YKC?? It is our “Yediyot Klaliyot Chidon” scheduled for May of this school year. Through‐out the year, Rebbeyim and Morot have been reviewing and emphasizing the great body of Torah content knowledge over their last several years. Our educational goal is to create an opportunity for our Talmidim and Talmidot to review and consolidate knowledge which should be part of basic “Jewish Literacy,” what I call “Jewish IQ.” This includes basic information gleaned from Parsha, Chumash, Yediyot Klaliyot, and Navi curriculum with which we would want our Yavneh students to recall as well as they do the Lakers starting Five and the top 10 songs.
A sampling of the many of hundreds of possible questions includes:
What Shevet was Esther from?
Who is buried in Me’orat Ha’machpela?
How many members in the Knesset?
What is the Hebrew date of Shavuot?
Rambam stands for ____________?
Shiloh, Nov, and Givon are places where? _________________.
How many brachot in our weekday Shemoneh Esray?
Our goal is that after opportunities for each class to review, a written test will be given to grades 5‐8. The class with the highest grade average will earn a class trip! Following the written test, a separate “chidon” will be held in which the “top 10” scores will participate.
Each year, our curriculum takes the opportunities to place emphasis on specific topics such as Shabbat, Brachot, History, and Jewish Torah Leaders. This year, we aim to place an emphasis on some “essential” Jewish knowledge.
Looking forward to an exciting chidon!
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The "Chevra Tehilem" completed Sefer Tehilim for the 3rd time this year!
The Tehilim club meets every morning approximately 10 min before davening and students take turn reading chapters of Tehilim. This attendees which range from 10‐15 boys all come on their own free will as this "club" is optional and its during their free time.
The Chevra Tehilem is run by Rabbi Levy and has been very successful this year. We are currently aiming to complete Tehilim for the 4th time, which will be a new school record! The boys were treated to Pizza lunch last week. keep up the great work!
Double Adar
Double Simcha
Here is just a sampling of some of the Adar events in Yavneh!
An “English Tea” Time for st
dents coordinated by our Bat Ami
A middot “Fill the Bucket” prog
am coordinated by Suri Nowosiolski
Upcoming themed car
ival for our girls classes and a special t
ip for our boys!
Rosh Chodesh Ruach and dancing ‐ coming soon, with special sur
rises. Father n” Son Lear
ing Melava Malka and “Kumzitz” prog
ams
Special Sunday School prog am for g
ades 6‐8 on March 9 ‐ details to follow!
Early Childhood’s Famous Pajama Breakfast!
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eventsUpcoming Dates Friday, March 7 - 2nd Trimester Ends Sat,
March 8 - Last Father n Son for this Season
Thursday, March 13 - 1:15/45 Dismissal - Taanit Esther
Monday, March 17 - Late Start (8:45 AM) Shushan Purim and Dress
Up Day!
Bits & Pieces
MAZAL TOV to
Rabbi and Mrs. Dear on the birth of their grandson, Naftoli Dovid!
Sarah Manne upon the birth of her granddaughter!
Ezra Amsterdam on his upcoming Bar Mitzvah!
Ilan Bocian on his upcoming Bar Mitzvah!
Nicky Schlanger upon his upcoming Bar Mitzvah!
Aviva Schlanger upon her upcoming Bat Mitzvah!
Sunday Yeshiva 6‐8 Boys have school this Sunday and next Sunday
from 8:00‐10:30 AM.
PURIM MISHLOACH MANOT
Parents, you can order mishloach manot through the PTA Purim
Shuttle
easily at
www.yavneh.happypurim.com. $5 a name plus package deals.
Strict
deadline is TODAY. Questions please email
[email protected]
Purim Koton Oneg ‐ Kiddush
On Friday, February 14, in honor of Purim Koton, the Middle School boys were treated to a delicious Kiddush with choulent (made by Rabbi Block),
kugel and more. The boys sang zmirot and danced in honor of Purim Koton and were treated to a surprise
“grammen” by Rabbi Einhorn.
It is with great sadness that we offer our sincerest condolences to Sandie, Avi, and Esti Thurman upon the untimely loss of our beloved science teacher, Art Thurman. The entire Yavneh Family is mourning this great loss. May you be comforted amongst the mourners of
Zion and Yerushalayim.
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4th Grade Girls JS C lassroom
The Talmidot of 4g participating in a hands on project
recreating the Mishkan. The project is a manifestation of the
Parshiot we have been learning the past few weeks.
Celebrate the Wedding of Otniel and Achsa!
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Show and Tell
With Morah Ariella Yavneh students participate in a
Show and Tell in Ivrit!
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5th Graders Bring Historical Figures to Life
This week the fifth grade classes are being treated to presentations on a variety of historical figures. Both the boys and girls have individually researched and organized information highlighting the person’s life,
achievements, hardships and lessons for us to learn. They used this information to write a multi‐paragraph essay. This week each student will teach the rest of the class about their historical figure using a visual aid
they created and wearing a period costume. The students chose a wide range of individuals including medical revolutionaries, government leaders , scientists, inventors and technology innovators. Along with
reaching learning objectives in research, writing, and social studies, the students also built their presentation skills and amplified their interest in history.
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Ivrit Breakfast with Morah Maya The first graders enjoyed a delicious breakfast as part of their Ivrit
program with Morah Maya . They had a buffet during which they had to ask in Ivrit what they would like to eat. The mothers, who came to help, served them what they asked for. Everything was in Ivrit and the kids
did a great job practicing speaking in Ivrit!
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Mishmar Fun
By: David Silverman and Ariel Praw
This past Mishmar, on February 6th, was filled with excitement. The 5th – 8th grade boys enjoyed delicious food, an exciting raffle and an inspiring story all while learning for the sick. The night began with the boys coming in with their mindset of learning and finished the evening off with a thrilling raffle with basketballs and CDs. Overall the night was a big hit with both the Rebbeyim and the kids.
Middle School Boys Challah Baking with Bat-Ami
By: Matan Imanoel
On Friday the 7th of February we baked challot with the Bat Ami girls. During the preparation of the challah we had lots of fun shaping the dough. Most of all, the Bat‐Ami girls helped us and
made this experience extraordinary. After the challot were baked, Rabbi Block put a very interesting divrei torah inside the bag with the challah. Also, going back to the shaping of the dough, the
Bat‐Ami girls set up toppings for us which made the experi‐ence even more fun and the challot tasted even better. Over Shabbat I was really
satisfied with my challah and even made a bracha over it.
I’m really glad that the Bat‐Ami gave us this amazing
experience. In honor of
ז' אדר א.
3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
By: Roni Etshalom
In honor of the month of Adar, the Middle School boys are competing in a 3‐on‐3
basketball tournament. So far, 10 games have been played and the champions are slowly being revealed. When the champions are re‐vealed, they will play on intense game against the referees, Rabbi Samuels, Rabbi Block, and Rabbi Levy. Read next month’s Chadashot to find out who the champions are. The boys are
having a great time!!!
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CURRENT MEMBERS:
Tali Gershov
Ellie Zisblatt,
Ellie Gofman,
Ayelet Topp
Congrats on mastering all the Torah sayings!
A few days ago, the society members
enjoyed a lunch with Mrs. Weiner at a café. We look forward to
including more members and to more meaningful events...
כל הכבוד!!!
Thank you to the Nissan heads that helped put it together: Leetal Kohanzadeh, Kayla Pomerance, Kayla Cagan, Liorit Kohanbash, Eliana Hirschmann, and Jodie Marshak
Ice Skating was a Blast!
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Happenings in the ECD As always we had a busy, fun month in our
ECD! Safety and health was a big topic this month!
Nursery and Kindergarten students were vis-ited by Magen Yeladim
International – “Safety Kid” child safety program. The yeladim
learned about the ABC’s of safety: Ask for help, Bring a friend,
Check first and Do tell.
They watched an informative and cute safety video in the Beit
Midrash and then they went back to their classroom where the
“Safety Kid” morah re-viewed the ABC’s of safety using puppets and
story.
Dr. Shelyan (dentist) visited our ECD last week and spoke to the
yeladim about the importance of keeping our teeth clean and
healthy. He showed the children how to brush properly and how to
floss. He spoke to them about foods that are good for us and which
foods and drinks to avoid.
Nurse Ohana spoke to some of our classes this week about the
importance of hand washing and not spreading germs. She also spoke
about sugary drinks and told the yeladim that water is a much
better and healthier choice.
The 100th Day of School was a lot of fun for the yeladim. They
enjoyed various activities and projects!
Some cute quotes from our EC students when asked: “If I were the
President I would…
We are looking forward to our annual PJ Breakfast and Purim
celebration. Stay tuned!
Shabbat Shalom,
Warmly,
Malka Katz
“Go on a stage and talk.”
“Take care of the world.”
“Make dollars.”
“Be in charge of the world.”
“Save the world.”
“Ask for a little money, not too much.”
“Give myself money.”
“Give people jobs.”
“Give people medicine.”
“Go to different countries.”
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Honorable Mentchen We are pleased to recognize the following
students who have demonstrated outstanding middot and Derech
Eretz!
Michoel Greenfield Ayalah Garmaise Ella Katz
Orah Eisenfeld
Mina Solomon Tzofiya Bookstein
Talia Sacks Tova Petlak
Amram Essebag
Rachel Derusha Shira Saada Gavriel Nourolla
Sara Leah Gluck
Sarah Wintner Michelle Maryamian Gila Balakhaneh
Golda Valensi
Yaakov Willner Ezra Amsterdam Gidon Amsellem
Yehuda Senehi Sara More Joseph Sassoon
Iyla Tenenbaum
Daniel Barzakay
Shira Geula Cohn Aliza Nissanoff Allie Coen
Henny Rosenfeld Avraham Solomon
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Ari Willner Uzi Mermelstein Daniel Dahan
Joshua Leichter David Hazani
Josh Forman
MZ Wachtel
Noah Pomerance Shira Mordechai Tali Gershov
Alisa Leeds Elisheva Gofman
Matan Imanoel Avi Goldstein Jeffrey Marshak
Joe Abehsera Akiva Brookler Eitiel Kohanzadeh
Nava Kreiger
Aliza Leichter
Kol Rom Shvat
Moshe Litenatsky
Matan Imanoel
Ari Willner
Aryeh Pollack
Mazal Tov to the following wonderful daveners for the month of Adar. Special congratulations to our students who have earned their name on our “Board of Directors.”
Board of Directors:
Avi Etshalom
Shlomo Silberberg
Roni Etshalom
Akiva Alter
Yaakov Willner
Yisrael Einhorn
Yonatan Hazani
Gidon Amsellem
Baruch Goldstein
Ezra Amsterdam
Mordechai Kohanbash
Menachem Kornreich
Yosef Senehi
Yosef Solender
Michael Stark
Eli Dunner
Ari Ohayon
Yehoshua Leichter
Kol Rom:
Akiva Alter
Ezra Amsterdam
Caleb Aranoff
Ilan Bocian
Yitzi Dear
Yisrael Einhorn
Moshe Fhima
Benny Gofman
Benjamin Goldstein
Aaron Imanoel
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Order Form
8th Grade
Shaloch Manot
Boys: Sports Water Bottle with Key Chain chips, cookies, gum,
and jaw breaker $5
Girls: Makeup Bags - chips, cookies, gum and salt water taffy
$6
Misc: Zippy Cups (different colors) - small juice box, cookies
and lollipop. $4
Moroccan Lanterns - nuts, candies, dried fruit, chocolates,
hamentashin and a mini bottle of liquor $18
Please write the amount of Shaloch Manot next to each item:
Name: ________________________________ Boys ______ @ $5 =
$______ Girls ______ @ $6 = $______ Zippy Cup _____ @ $4 = $_____
Moroccan Lantern_____ @ $18 = $______ Total $__________
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!
WINNER FOR BOX TOPS RAFFLE IS
ALLIE COEN!!
For every Box Tops that you collect, the PTA gets 10 cents!!!
All you have to do is cut off the Box Tops symbol and either you or
your child can drop it off in the “Box Tops” box located at the
front desk.
WE ARE GOING TO HAVE ANOTHER RAFFLE SO…
Please label the back of the Box Tops with your child’s name so
that he/she can be entered into a raffle to win a gift card to
MUNCHIES!
THANK YOU YAEL KLEINMAN FOR HELPING COUNTING THE
BOXTOPS!!
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Counselor’s Corner Recently, I had an opportunity to attend a
parenting lecture given by Rabbi Yaakov Horowitz, the dean of
Yeshiva Darchei Noam of Monsey and Director of Project Y.E.S.
(Youth Enrichment Services). Rabbi Horowitz is recognized as a
mechanech nonpareil. His topic “Art of Negotiating” really made an
impression on me.
He started with a basic tenant: children’s objections to our
rules or decisions are not a sign of disrespect, rather it is an
affirmation and understanding that we as parents are the ones with
authority or “power”. If this was not the case, there would never
be conflict - children would just ignore our "rules" and do as they
please.
Certainly, there are instances where there is no room for
negotiation as what we say is the final word (i.e. safety issues).
Most other times we can use disagreements as strong learning points
for children of all ages. However, we as parents need to put in
place the “rules of engagement” so our children know how to speak
to us.
He mentioned 3 overlying rules for engaging our children in
respectful, constructive conflict resolution: 1. Speak softly
Children need to know that in order for them to be heard by their
parents, they need to speak softly. If a child does raise his
voice, parents should acknowledge his frustration and kindly ask
him to come back when he is calmer. Most importantly, we the
parents need to speak in a calm voice and retain our cool. 2. You
may not say "No" When negotiating with their parents, children
should refrain from using the word “no”. No does not lead to any
successful dialogue - it is a conversation stopper. 3. Tell me why
it's important A crucial element in trying to resolve conflict. Let
them explain in their own words why they feel strongly about the
matter. Giving them an opportunity to explain their feelings builds
effective communication skills. It will let them know that their
opinion is valued and will give us a greater insight into their
thought process.
Children have a need to be respected and heard. If we engage our
children in dialogue and allow them to verbalize their position -
instead of the situation devolving into a shouting match, we can
turn it into a teaching opportunity. And while they might still
disagree with the outcome, they are much more likely to be
accepting and receptive. More importantly, it will give them a
solid foundation for conflict resolution and communication later on
in life. Sara Alyeshmerni, M.S. School Counselor
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Lisette Ohana, RN School Nurse
March / April Fitness and Hydration
In the next two months Yavneh will focus on exercise and keeping
hydrated with water. Along with eating and drinking right, exercise
is the key to staying healthy and fit. Exercise for children does
not mean working out in a gym, on the treadmill, or lifting weights
but rather, playing and being physically active in gym class,
during recess, dance lesson, basketball practice, riding a bike, or
playing tag.
Benefits of regular exercise in children:
Having stronger muscles and bones Controlling body fat, having a
leaner body, and less likely to become overweight Building
endurance, strength, and flexibility Decreasing the risk of
developing type 2 diabetes and other serious illnesses such as
high blood pressure and heart disease Sleeping better at night
Better at handling the challenges of schoolwork Having a better
outlook on life and positive self-image
What can parents do at home?
Engage your children in a variety of age-appropriate activities
Establish a regular schedule for physical activity Incorporate
physical activity into the daily routine such as in household
chores,
taking the stairs, parking further away Limit time spent in
sedentary activities such as watching TV, going online, and
playing video games. Be active as a family and take walks
together, nature hikes, learn a new sport Make sure your child
stays well hydrated with water when playing, exercising, and
engaging in outdoor activities Keep it fun, so you can count on
your children to come back for more Be a positive role model and
embrace a healthy lifestyle yourself
In school we will be having fun exercises, games and
contests, outdoor and indoor gym activities, raffles, prizes, and
more; all to promote fitness and hydration. Stay tuned.
The earlier we instill the importance of exercise in
our children, the more likely they will adopt a healthy lifestyle
as adults.
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GO FOR YOUR PERSONAL GOLD
March and April are Fitness and Hydration months at Yavneh
Get Ready For:
Games Water
Prizes Medals
Races Water
Raffles My Gym
Sports Water
Family Fitness Challenge
Don’t Miss Out on the Fun!
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Winning classes of
Healthy Drinks Month
Grades 2G, 4B, and 4G
Juicing and Smoothie Parties
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Join Yeshivat Yavneh for the first ever
Family Fitness Challenge March-April 2014
Hey Yavneh families, it’s time to get moving! Join Yeshivat
Yavneh in engaging our children in fun fitness activities.
To participate, simply record video clips of your family
having fun and getting fit! Any fitness activities outside
of
school are eligible. Submit your video to [email protected].
All participating families will be featured in a video montage
at
the conclusion of the Fitness Challenge!
Your family could also win a prize for the “most creative
fitness activity ,” to be awarded in May by a panel of
judges.
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L’Kavod Purim
Middle School Boys Grades 6-8
Father and Son Yarchei Kallah March 9th ז' אדר
8:00 - Shacharit
9:00 - Gourmet Breakfast
9:30 - Father and Son Interactive Shiur by Rabbi Shlomo Einhorn
in the Beit Midrash 10:20 - Greatest Purim Story
Ever!
