PRE-K: PreK has really been enjoying these last few sessions together before summer break. We have done many fun crafts and learned an awesome dance (thanks to Lisa Mackowiak) for our end of the year celebration. Ms. Josie cannot wait to see them perform at the end
Kindergarten:
We have learned new songs and really focused on learning prayers. Mainly Hamotsi and Kiddush prayers(for Challah and wine )and Shabbat candles blessing. We have spent time learning about Shabbat and it's meaning.
First + Second:
1/2 is soaring along! Our Hebrew skills are getting better everyday. We recently learned about Samson, Naomi and Ruth. We've really enjoyed learning about mitzvot, prayers and we are all prepared to move forward!
Third:
The 3rd Grade class has been busy for the last few weeks, reconstructing major points in the life of Moses, from the time of his trip in the Nile to the parting of the Sea of Reeds (or Red Sea). This has allowed us to review our Torah lessons in a very hands-on manner. It's a big project, and we couldn't do it without our Madrichim and Dani. We have also started studying the basis of some of our Hebrew blessings, through our study of Avodah.
Fourth:
Fourth grade has been focusing on creating their project for the year. We are connecting the lessons that we learn from the Torah portions each week to the projects each student is coming up with and making sure we understand that the Jewish values we must exhibit in order to better our world.
Fifth:
I cannot be
lieve we are at the end of the school year. It has been my pleasure to teach such a wonderful group this year.
They have come a long way learning about people from the Torah such as Ruth, Solomon and David, researching various areas of Israel and as we wind down the year, learning about different women of Israel, which will be presented this Sunday.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call. Have a great summer!!!
Sixth:
The 6th grade has been learning about Joshua and his leadership role for the Jewish people. As one of the twelve spies, Joshua spoke against the majority showing both his faith and strength of character. It is difficult to speak against the majority, but it is important to find the strength inside you when times are difficult.
Seventh:
Shalom School's 7
th
grade class has had a busy few weeks!
Over the past few sessions we have covered a variety of topics such as the history of the Reform and Conservative movements, and the start to Zionism. We have also discussed some of the recent holidays like Passover, Yom Hashoah, and Yom Ha'atzma'ut.
