5th Grade Families Share Havdallah
The annual 5th Grade Shabbaton was brought to a close with students and parents joining together for Havdallah and some post-Shabbat fun. Click for photos.
Redemption and Freedom
There are two aspects to the story of the Exodus that culminates with this week’s Torah portion, Bo. One is גאולה, “redemption” and the other is חרות “freedom.”
Class of 2030 Gets a “Taste” of Middle School
Rising 6th Grade families enjoyed the annual Taste of Middle School event this week. Students were introduced to middle school life, while parents took a tour of the facility. Click for photos.
God’s Every Action is a Learning Opportunity
Unlike human behavior, all of God’s actions are instructive. This idea is clearly stated throughout the next two Torah portions.
Human Dignity and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
This week’s Torah portion, Shemot, begins the record of the Jews’ enslavement in Egypt and liberation by God. Pharaoh remains adamant in his refusal to heed the many requests of Moshe. What was Moshe asking of Pharaoh and how can we relate Moshe’s actions to those of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.?
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