Beren Buzz - November 22, 2017

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Parashat Vayetzei

Candle Lighting 5:05 p.m.

Havdalah 6:12 p.m.

Welcome back to RMBA seniors (Class of 2018) who just returned from their 2 week trip to Israel. The group, chaperoned by Rabbi Levitt and Rafi Engelhart had a phenomenal time exploring the country and creating amazing memories. We hope you enjoy the slideshow of their adventures.

Ultimate Parsha

In this week's parsha, Vayetzei, it appears that Leah has little cause for joy. Rashi explains to us that the reason her "eyes were tender" was because of her constant crying at the rumor that she was destined to marry Esau. And Yaakov was clearly in love with her younger sister. Indeed Yaakov and Rachel, we are told by Rashi, had set up a signal to be sure they were marrying each other and not being deceived by Lavan. Leah was in constant prayer over the difficulty of her situation.

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2 Truths & A Lie

We are excited to feature someone from the RMBA family in every issue of the Buzz via this fun game! Want to be featured? Email Tania Levenstein your 2 truths and a lie!

Loren Chorn, Director of Admissions

1. I once spent Thanksgiving at Plymouth Plantation

2. I have hosted an all vegetarian Thanksgiving

3. I stayed up all night to be first in line for Black Friday shopping to get a Wii

Click here for answer key

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Secret Ingredient Soup

Morah Rozie's 4th grade class made a delicious lentil soup in honor of last week's parsha. Every student was tasked with bringing different components of the soup to school, and while the soup cooked (filling the halls with amazing aromas) the class played a parsha game. Can you guess the secret ingredient for lentil soup? (The answer is oatmeal!)

President Presentations

Each student in Mr. Riklin's 3rd grade class presented his/her research on a different president.The students spent weeks researching, writing, and practicing their presentations. They all did a phenomenal job!

Grandparent & Special Friend Day

Thank you to all the parents, grandparents, and special friends who came out to hear all the wonderful new things happening at RMBA and watch lower school performances. Guests were treated to a welcome breakfast and enjoyed crafting with students as well as visiting some of the classrooms. Stay tuned for pictures to be uploaded to our Facebook page next week!

Moon Cookie

Mr. Litvintchouk's 2nd grade class learned about Rosh Chodesh and how we calculate a Hebrew month based on the moon's cycle. The class completed a project highlighting the cycle of the moon using sandwich cookies. It was a great learning experience, and delicious!

Survey Results

You asked, we deliver! At the beginning of the school year we conducted both a lower school and upper school parenting survey and then hosted a meeting to discuss those results. Please click here to review the interesting upper school survey results which can help guide you in your parenting.

Filling a Gap - Bat Mitzvah Prep

Deborah Brown (class of 2017) is continuing the chesed and leadership she was so much a part of at RMBA this year while she studies abroad in Israel. Deborah is spending her gap year at Nishmat where each fall, a new group of students launches the popular Pre-Bat Mitzvah Program for girls living in Jerusalem’s Pat neighborhood. The weekly Torah study and lively, self-esteem building activities attract girls from local secular and religious schools. The chance to study and socialize in this warm environment adds meaning to their bat mitzvah experience, while inspiring the student volunteers who teach them. Way to go Deobrah!

Save the Date

RMBA's 5th Grade proudly presents:

The 14th Annual

International Festival

Tuesday, November 28, 2017

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

11333 Cliffwood Dr., Houston, TX

2nd Annual

Rabbi Joseph Radinsky

Yom Chesed

Community Service Day

Sunday, December 10, 2017

12:30 - 3:30 PM @ RMBA

Adults, children, and families are invited to join together for an afternoon of community service.

There will be volunteer opportunities throughout the city and at RMBA.

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RMBA Presents:

BANACHEK

World Leading Mentalist

An exhilarating journey into the unknown

Genesis Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Saturday, January 13, 2018

8:00 PM

TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

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For more information email tlevenstein@berenacademy.org or call 713.723.7170

Athletic Updates

Please see the Beren Academy Calendar as your most up to date source for information. The Week at a Glance is a snapshot, but does not reflect any changes made after that date.

PICTURE DAY FOR ALL SPORTS COMING UP

All sports pictures will be taken on Monday, November 27th during school. All athletes should bring ALL uniforms to school that day for the photos.

Middle School Girls Basketball

The MS Girls basketball team will look to add to their win column next week.

Middle School Boys Varsity Basketball

The MS Boys basketball team is now 3-1. They will look to continue to rack up more wins next week. The 4th-6th grade basketball team will play their second game of the season on November 28th.

High School Girls Basketball

The Girls HS basketball team is now 4-2 after beating St. Thomas Episcopal. The girls will continue their season with games on both Monday and Tuesday at home.

High School Boys Basketball

The HS Varsity Boys moved their record to 8-1 on the season by going 3-1 in the Dardenne Classic in Kingwood. Congratulations to Yisroel Yanowitz for receiving All-Tournament.