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May 19, 2017

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Fri, May 19
P.D. Day
No School
Daycare Open

Mon, May 22
Victoria Day
No School
Daycare Closed

Wed, May 24
Yom Yerushalayim

Sun, May 28
Fundraiser at Carriage House Inn at 5:30 PM

Mon, May 29
Pre-School Graduation
HOJMI at 9:30 AM

Wed, May 31 and Thurs, Jun 1
Shavuot
No School
Daycare Closed

Wed, Jun 7
Lego Competition Deadline
Akiva Gala Fundraiser
We are looking forward to a fantastic evening including food, cocktails and special surprises. We will be highlighting some of the amazing achievements of our children and our school.  There will be fun and interactive games and activities,as well as the Akiva Boys Choir. There will be student artwork on display and for sale at the live auction. We hope that all parents will participate and be able to join us. If you haven't purchased tickets yet, please make arrangements with the office as soon as possible.

We are still looking for donations for the silent auction. If you have any items to donate or you are able to help solicit donations please let the office know.
Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday to Sam V., Brayden M!
Akiva Broadcasting Network
 
June Hot Lunch
The June Hot Lunch Order Form and Calendar are now available. Please return completed form with payment to the office as soon as possible.
Grade 1 Chumash Party
Mazel Tov to Grade 1 students who received their Chumashim this past week. The students did an amazing job performing a beautiful song and dance in honour of the occasion. Kindergarten students came and sang, as did the Grade 6-9 girls to demonstrate the Mesorah - the tradition of passing down the Torah from generation to generation. 
Thank you to Morah Miller for a beautiful and inspiring celebration. Thank you to Mrs. Mashiah and Mrs. Groner for preparing the delicious Chumash cake and fruit platter.


Mother-Daughter Event
A big thank you to all the mothers and daughters who came to our Mother Daughter Event. The girls performances were amazing. I am really proud  of you. I also want to thank the people who helped me Enrique, Morah Dianne, Mrs. Mashiah, Rachel and Julianna!

Shabbat Shalom,
Morah Orly




Nursery Lights the Shabbat Candle

Nursery and Prekindergarten News
Our caterpillars have arrived and they are in their nutrient packed vials. We will be observing the butterfly lifecycle. We invite all Akiva student and teachers to visit room 3 to watch the butterflies grow. Metamorphosis is fascinating!
Grade 1 Science
Morah Traci's Grade 1 class have done a building unit in Science and are showcasing their playground sculptures in the display case. Please come and take a look at their fantastic creations!
 
Grade 6-9 Girls Law Program
Thank you to Mr. William Katz for coming in to teach the law program to Grade 6-9 Girls together with his colleague Mr.Michael Low. Thank you to Bennett Jones Law Firm for sponsoring their time away from work.

Pre-school Graduation
Graduation for all pre-school students (Nursery and Pre-K) will take place at House of Jacob on May 29th at 9:30 AM. Parents and families are invited to join.
Kindergarten Graduation
You are cordially invited to Kindergarten Graduation on Monday, June 5 at 2:45 PM in the Kindergarten classroom. Please note the date and time as it is a change from what is posted in the school calendar. 
Grade 6 and 9 Graduation
Graduation for students in Grade 6 and 9 will take place at House of Jacob on June 13th at 6:30 PM. Family and friends are invited to come. 
Lego Competition
Please bring Lego Competition entries to the school by June 7. Winners will be announced June 9.
Akiva Academy Annual General Meeting
The AGM will take place at Akiva on Tuesday June 6 7:30 PM. 
It is an opportunity for all parents and community members to participate. We are looking to fill a few board positions. If you are interested in joining the board please contact Michael Ullman at  mullman@matrix-solutions.com 
The 3rd Annual Pitch for Israel 
Sunday August 27  |  Glenmore Athletic Park

Everyone is invited to play in this community wide softball tournament - a sociable, fun day of Jewish unity and continuity in support of the State of Israel. Proceeds from the Pitch for Israel will help build the John Baird Park in the city of Sderot. Participating teams will be co-ed and comprise of maximum 12-15 player's ages 16+. Limited spaces, so register early. For more information about the event and to register, go to thepitchforisrael.com or call the JNF office at 403-255-0295
JFSC is looking for a Part Time - Sharing our Memories Project Coordinator 
"Sharing our Memories: A Project of Storytelling for Holocaust Survivors" is a project that will document Holocaust Survivors' stories, and publish them as books and collections. The project involves coordinating survivors and volunteers where volunteers will listen, record and transcribe the stories. The Project Coordinator must possess a robust knowledge of the history of the persecution of Holocaust survivors and fluency in speaking and reading the Russian language. For more information please go to http://www.jfsc.org/careers.html
Chabad Events
 CTeen Grand Trip to Skyline Luge - www.CTeenCalgary.com
Shavuot Ice Cream Party - www.ChabadAlberta.org/IceCream
Survival of a Nation - Exploring Israel through the Lens of the Six-Day War: www.myJLI.ca
Camp Gan Israel Summer Camp: www.GanIsrael.ca
Holy One Golf Celebration & Casual Steak Dinner: www.HolyOneGolf.com
Parent Support Group: www.myFriendship.ca
Torah Studies - Your Weekly Does of Jewish Learning : www.myJLI.ca
Teen Camp @ Camp Gan Israel: www.GanIsrael.ca/TeenCamp
Calgary Jewish Federation Events