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October/November 2008
Adults-Our Youth Need You!!
Did you have fun in USY Think about all you
have gained from your experiences as an involved
USY member and leader. Do you want
our youth to have the same experience We need
your help to make it happen for the next generation.
We need adults to help our youth lead our
chapters! Contact “Rabbi Joe” to see how you
can help.
Parents:
USY (grades 8-12) offers something for everyone!
Whether someone is interested in social
action, Israel programs, or designing websites,
USY has something to offer each of its unique
members. USY has a wide variety of programming
– chapter, regional and international, which
suits the needs of a diverse group of youth. USY
can be a great outlet for them to take on a leadership
role, make friends, and learn about their Jewish
heritage.
And let’s not forget Kadima –( grades 6 &7):
KADIMA is about fun and friends, sharing and
laughter. KADIMA is about reaching out to others.
KADIMA is about getting involved with Judaism
and experiencing Jewish values. KADIMA
is about learning, social-action projects, and celebrating
Jewish holidays. KADIMA is about
dances, terrific trips and awesome overnights,
great regional events. KADIMA is about Leadership.
Our youth need Kadima and USY – our Kadima
and USY need YOU!
TREE OF LIFE
A gift of a leaf on our Tree of Life is a perfect
way to honor family and friends
on the important occasions in their lives.
For birthdays or anniversaries or other
simchas, call Carol Nogi at 587-5453
to place a leaf on the Tree of Life in their
honor.
SCHOOL NEWS
“Hasty Notes” from the Education Chair Carol W. Rubel
This year will bring many changes to the way that Temple’s Religious School
functions. We are still working without an official director, but we have structured
an Administrative Committee to share both the duties and responsibilities that
are part of running the school. Penny Myers will continue as the Coordinator,
and Rabbi Mendelsohn and I will attempt to support her work in every way
possible.
Toward that end, here is my “Wish List” for the 5769 Academic Year:
• Internet capable laptop computers for classroom use… old ones, new
ones … any one will be welcome!
• Increased participation from parents… and other congregation members!
One of our new programs will involve the “donation” of two hours of
your time … one time only this year. Stay tuned for details!
• Increased communication: if you have a question or problem, please
call one of the Administrative Committee and work with us to find a
solution. Don’t talk with your friend over coffee – talk with us and get
something accomplished!
• Support the new curriculum changes – i.e. increased parental
involvement with weekly lessons … more information will be coming
shortly.
• Know that we are all part of the same team! The Education Board, the
Administrative Committee, teachers and parents are all on “Team - Insert
–Your- Child’s- Name -Here!” Every decision we make and every change
we try to implement has been done because we honestly think the
school will run more smoothly and the children’s experiences will be
richer because of the changes.
• Trust that your participation in the SWOT has already changed the way
we are doing things… and will continue to do so as the year progresses.
Stop and visit, observe your child’s class, volunteer to get involved when we ask
for your help and know that like you, we also are committed to making this year
the best it can be for the most important people … your children!
See you at school!
Junior Congregation
High Holy Day Junior Congregation for all the students of the Reba and Art
Douglass Religious School and visiting children in K-12 will take place at the
following times:
1st Day Rosh Hashanah Tuesday, September 30 10:00 AM
Tashlich
6:00 PM
2nd Day Rosh Hashanah - entire Congregation in Main Sanctuary
Wednesday, October 1 8:45 AM
Yom Kippur Thursday, October 9 11:00 AM
Simchat Torah Procession Tuesday, October 21 6:00 PM
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