“The opposite of good is not evil; the opposite of good is indifference.”
--Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel
Dear Senesh Community -
Tonight we will celebrate our 25th anniversary with a festive virtual gala. And while it is a very happy occasion, we must acknowledge the racial injustice in our country and the unjust murder of George Floyd. While we are troubled by the violence erupting in our own backyard and across the country, we are moved by the outpouring of support we have seen by allies, upstanders, and activists.
Building empathy, encouraging acceptance, eliminating intolerance, and valuing difference are Jewish values that are an essential part of a Senesh education. We teach our children to not only ask tough questions, but to become upstanders in the community and take action to make positive change in the world.
Over the past two years, we have intentionally created a space for
ongoing learning and dialogue
about race, ethnicity, and implicit bias. We have also taken action to ensure our community is open, inclusive, and fosters a self of belonging for everyone. Today we reaffirm our commitment to grow and deepen this critical work.
Thank you for supporting Senesh’s efforts to create and nurture an inclusive community, to stand in solidarity with those who are oppressed, and to respect, honor, and embrace differences.
I am looking forward to joining together as a community tonight,
Nicole Nash
Head of School
