|
|
 |
September 16, 2016 13 Elul 5776
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
DID YOU KNOW THIS ABOUT KOHELET ...
|
|
There are 4 National Merit Scholars in the class of 2017!!
|
|
|
|
|
|
Motzei Shabbat, September 24
First Night Selichot
Students' Sushi & Slow Shira at 12:00 am
Community-wide Selichot at 12:55 am
Monday, September 26
Freshman Retreat
Monday & Tuesday October 3 & 4
School closed
Wednesday, October 5
Tzom Gedaliah
Dismissal 2:00 pm
Wednesday, October 12
Yom Kippur
School closed
Motzei Shabbat, October 22 at 8:30 pm
Tikkun Leil Hoshana Rabba
Monday, October 24 at 6:50 pm
Leil Simchat Torah
Monday - Wednesday, October 17 - 26
Sukkot
School closed
Friday, October 28
Friday early dismissal begins
Shabbat, November 4 & 5
שבת של רוח -
Rabbanit Chana Henkin
|
|
|
|
|
דבר תו
רה
MRS. MELISSA PERL
DIRECTOR OF JUDAIC STUDIES
|
Although many people believe that Sefer Devarim is just a repetition of that which was already stated previously in the Torah, the reality is that when analyzed in more depth, it is a book that reveals foundational principles that illuminate the Torah's view of how man can live a life of meaning. After only a brief review of key events that took place in the Midbar in the opening Parsha, the tenor of the sefer shifts dramatically. Parshiot V'etchanan and Re'eh delve into the philosophical and spiritual realities of what man's relationship with G-d will be like in the land of Israel. These parshiot explain the relationship between mitzvah observance and the potential for success in the land, focus on the importance of making the Beit Hamikdash a spiritual anchor, and describe ways in which man must put G-d at the center of his life in order to prevent him from going astray.
After delineating ways in which man should go about creating a spiritual connection with G-d in the land, last week's Parshat Shoftim shifts to what might be considered more mundane topics of how to set up the government in the land. However, when viewed more deeply, one can recognize that Parshat Shoftim describes what man should do to create an ideal society. In this society the Beit Hamikdash is at the epicenter both literally and figuratively, the king leads the people towards a more spiritual and committed life, and the other "government positions" are the Navi, Kohen, and Shofet. This Parsha describes a government in the land of Israel where the mission for the government is not only to keep the peace but also to bring people closer to G-d.
And then we reach this week's parsha, Parshat Ki Teitze. At this point we shift from a focus on the national to a focus on the individual. However, here too, there is a twist. The laws of the family, business, and proper conduct that are outlined in our Parsha are not just about making sure that society functions and that law and order are kept but rather focus on how we can generate kindness, preserve dignity, and create systems to help those in need.
Taken together, these Parshiot weave together a picture of a society where G-d is at the center, where success in the land is dependent upon adherence to the mitzvot, where the government officials are all focused on increasing spiritual growth, and where even the laws governing interactions between man and man stem from the notion that G-d wants us to follow in His ways and to emulate Him by always acting with justice and righteousness.
Far from a book simply repeating what has been stated in the past, the focus in Sefer Devarim is on outlining major principles regarding how to set up an ideal society in the land of Israel. When we read it through this lens we realize that Devarim is not just an ancient text but is instead a relevant guide for how we can conduct ourselves today. By putting G-d at the center of our lives in all that we do, even in the 21st century, it will serve as a catalyst to always act in a moral and ethical manner and to live a life where we experience meaning, fulfillment, and spiritual connection in our every interaction.
Shabbat Shalom
|
|
מזל טוב
|
|
|
Mazal Tov to Kohelet Yeshiva High School alumnus
Aleck Zimbalist
('14) who had his צה"ל טקס
ה
שבעה,
swearing in ceremony, at the Kotel this week. He is a
צַנחָן, paratrooper, and was named חיל מצטיין, outstanding soldier, for his unit.
Kol Hakavod to Aleck and the Zimbalist family!
|
ברוכים הבאים
WELCOME
|
Kohelet Yeshiva welcomes
Mrs. Sharon Joshowitz
, who has joined
the Kohelet faculty and staff as an
Administrative Coordinator.
Sharon
Joshowitz has been working for almost 20 years in project and operations management, the last 10 of which were spent in the Government Healthcare Division of Xerox Services. She has an undergraduate degree from Barnard and a Masters in Public Policy from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. She has also been highly involved in the lay leadership of Lower Merion Synagogue, AMIT, and Perelman Jewish Day School.
|
|
CLUBS & CO-CURRICULAR
|
|
Next Wednesday, September 21, students will sign up for clubs and co-curricular activities. Teachers are offering a wide range of choices this year, including Torah Club, Israel Club, Girls' Jujitsu, Chidon Hatanach, Film Club, Art Club, Band, Science, Chess, Acapella, Science Competition and Cooking Club. These clubs are in place of Intensives and will take place during a 40-minute period on Wednesdays. Co-curriculars will have a weekly 20-minute check-in meeting on Wednesdays, with independent responsibilities for participants.
The goal of these clubs and co-curriculars is to create opportunities for students to discover and develop their strengths, pursue their interests, and gain valuable real-life skills such as leadership, management, grit, and other technical skills.
|
|
CLASS REPS ELECTIONS
|
|
|
Mazal Tov to the following students who were elected as class representatives.
T
he representatives are charged with building greater unity and camaraderie among their grade as well as fundraising responsibilities.
Freshmen
Yair Berzofsky and Shira Stein
Sophmores
Renee Benjamini, Nira Dayanim and Ethan Schuman
Juniors
Joey Benjamini,
Judah Esses and Melincoff .
Seniors
Goldie Eichen, Arielle Mindel and Levy Niknam
|
|
BOYS' SOCCER TEAM WINS OPENER!
|
|
Mazal Tov to our boys' soccer team on their 4-1
win over Morrisville High School!
Game ball goes to Judah Esses for scoring 3 goals!
Kohelet begins the season 1-0 for the 2nd straight year
|
|
GUEST LECTURE AT KOHELET
|
|
|
 RABBI KEN SPIRO
This week the students had the opportunity to listen to a renowned scholar of Jewish History, Rabbi Ken Spiro who described some of the foundations of Judaic beliefs. He explained how the Jewish calendar began and became established. Rabbi Spiro was also able to demonstrate how everyday science blends with the fundamental beliefs of the Jewish people.
Click here
to learn about the many different areas of Jewish life that Rabbi Spiro is involved in.
|
|
COLLEGE & ISRAEL GUIDANCE
|
|
Tel Aviv University
presented to the Kohelet students this week.
The talk included life on the Tel Aviv campus, courses available for overseas students, and the application process.
We had the pleasure of welcoming Yeshiva University last week and look forward to welcoming Temple University, University of Chicago, Emory, Drexel University and IDC Herzliya before the end of the month.
To All Junior & Senior Pare
nts:
T
he College and Israel Guidance department would like to make you aware of the webpage that is available to students and parents, where many resources have been gathered to help you navigate the college and Israel gap-year process. Please, click on this
l
ink
and explore this site, which will be constantly evolving and growing, so check back regularly for updated information.
|
LUNCHTIME AT KOHELET
|
Students, faculty and staff were all treated to a musical performance in Hogwarts at lunchtime, under the musical leadership of Kohelet music teacher Sheridan Seyfried.
|
Kohelet Yeshiva High School Zuckerman Matmidim
progr
am
is so proud of the students who spent their summer participating in Torah learning programs, qualifying for Tier 4 of the Zuckerman Matmidim Program, as well as the students who learned either 10 pages of Gemara or major sections of Navi over this past summer to qualify for Tier 2.
Mazal Tov to all the students for demonstrating their love for Torah study, even outside the classroom!
KOL HAKAVOD!!
Click here for more information on the Matmidim program
|
פרנס היום
PARNAS HAYOM
|
The learning on Tuesday, September 13
was generously sponsored by
Yonina and Zev Jacobson and family
as a zechut for a refuah shelaimah for former
President & Prime Minister of Israel, Shimon Peres
Thank you to the Jacobson family, and may our learning and tefillot over the course of this day lead to a full recovery.
|
|
Learning for
the month of Elul has been generously sponsored by dedicated Kohelet parents, supporters, and friends
as a zechut for
the continuing good health of Bubby Miriam Margolis and in memory of their zaide Yitzchak Isaac ben Reuven z"l whose 16th yahrzeit will fall on
the 12th of Elul.
Thank you to
the Abboudi family, and may our learning and tefillot over
the course of this month pave
the way for a happy, healthy, and meaningful new year.
שנה טובה
|
|
Become a Parnas Hayom, Daily Sponsor,
and Support Learning in our Beit Midrash.
|
ימים נוראים
Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur
Schedule & Childcare
|
|
Monday & Tuesday, October 3 & 4, 10:15-11:00 am
Click here
to RSVP for
ימים נוראים
davening and childcare at Kohelet Yeshiva.
NEW CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
Mrs. Becky Troodler
Children ages 4 - 7
Children ages 8 - 10 are welcome to join as madrichim & madrichot
|
שבת של רוח
|
|
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
FIRST SHABBAT SHEL RUACH
OF THE YEAR
RABBANIT CHANA HENKIN
Founder & Dean of Nishmat, Israel
Director of Nishmat Center for
Yoatzot Halachah
Friday & Shabbat November 4 & 5
More details to follow
|
|
Click below to view Kohelet Yeshiva Lab School's weekly E-letter
oJ=
|
|
|
Kohelet Yeshiva High School
Martha & Harry Stern Campus
223 North Highland Ave
Merion Station, PA 19066
610-667-2020
oJ=
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
