Parashat Vayigash
Candle Lighting 5:06 p.m.
Havdalah 6:07 p.m.
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Parsha Minute
"Will this be on the test?" Find out why this question drives teachers crazy and why our parsha also disapproves of this question!
Shabbat Shalom!
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And Their Voices Rose as One
Choir members from the first elementary choir in 1995. The extra-curricular activity was organized for volunteers from the third, fourth, and fifth grades.
Members included:
Irene Jefferson, Rachel Kronick, Sara Coane, Daniella Rempe, Gil Orr-Urtreger, Rachel Wender, Ari Munk, Ilan Hurwitz, Chaim Perl, Michael Goldman, Jeremy Gottlieb, Deborah Irwin, Elizabeth Jefferson, Rebecca Bootin, Shira Wender, Debora Silberman, Sasha Arch, Rebeca Barvin.
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Honors Chumash Parsha Presentation
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This week's Parsha Presentation was given by 9th grader
Elie Gelman (Class of 2022)
. He brings a fascinating commentary by Samson Rafael Hirsch that discusses the always-present issue of assimilation.
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Please
click here
to make a contribution to our staff gift campaign. Deadline 12/17/2018.
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From the desk of our
S.T.E.A.M. Lab
This week in STEAM EC3 learned about kinetic energy, which is the energy of motion as opposed to potential energy also known as stored energy. We used a slinky to illustrate kinetic vs. potential energies. In EC15 and EC2 we began our unit on technology. Technology can be defined as the science and art of making and using things. This week we focused on simple machines and tools. We introduced a pendulum, ramps, pulleys, gears, and bridges to the students. They also got a chance to practice hammering, stamping, and scooping.The children worked on their early math skills by sorting different vehicles by color and learning all about the shape and function of wheels. They got to spin tops, build rockets, and make a cardboard box train.
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International Festival
Congratulations to the 4th and 5th grade students for a successful, educational, and fun International Festival. This was the 15th annual celebration, but the first to include 4th grade.5th grade students were tasked with researching a country, building a model synagogue from the country, showcasing their research in Hebrew, and submitting a recipe honoring the heritage of the country. The students participated in a
daglanut (flag) dance along with the 4th grade students. Thank you to Gveret Erlichman and Morah Esther for a wonderful festival.
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Kidtropolis
2nd grade students had a blast on their trip to the Children's Museum of Houston. In addition to furthering their science unit on matter through a hands-on experience, they also brought to life their community helpers unit by becoming part of Kidtropolis.
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EC Parent Schmooze
Early childhood parents enjoyed an EC educational parent discussion which began by going over the results of a parenting survey. Parents met with Lower School Counselor Stacey Laves-Khalifa, Lower School General Studies Principal Dr. Dawn McKernan, and EC Assistant Coordinator Heather Thomas.
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HPD VIsit
On Friday, December 7, members of the security committee Yair Yeudai and Avi Tessler, along with Dr. Oberman, met with a representative from Homeland Security as well as a representative from the Houston Police Department to discuss the safety of our campus. The exchange of information and tour were both helpful and yet another step in ensuring the safety of our students and staff. Ensuring that we are directly connected with safety officers and establishing these relationships is also an important priority for our school
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Library Visitors
8th grade students Daniella Schneider and Nava Teller enjoyed being guest readers to first grade traditional students during Library time. The first grade students were equally pleased to have the special visitors join them.
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Birkat Yaakov
5th grade students produced collages to depict the
brachot
(blessings) Yaakov gave his sons, as part of PBL (project based learning). Students researched the color and symbol of each tribe, and then creatively presented them as a collage. The second part of the project was to creatively show the actual
brachot
each son received.
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Lunch in the Principal's Office
Lower School students enjoyed eating their lunch and reading one of their Bluebonnet books with Dr. McKernan in her office.
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RMBA Blood Drive
Thursday, December 13, 2018
7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Questions? Contact Mirit Schneider at
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R
obert M. Beren Academy's
50th Anniversary Scholarship Gala
Sunday, March 17, 2019
Marriott Marquis Houston
For more information and to purchase seats/tables
CLICK HERE
or contact
(713) 723-7170
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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.
Volleyball Academic All State
Congratulations to the following players for making TAPPS Academic All State in volleyball
Gabri Kupferman
Ruthie Palla
Sophia Collins
Lower School Basketball
The 4th/5th boys basketball team is playing in some exciting games this season. They suffered a tough defeat against FBCHS in a well played game and will take on Beth Yeshurun on January 10th.
Middle School Basketball
The Middle School Basketball teams continue to compete well in their games as they improve every week. Both teams earned victories over Emery Weiner while the boys also beat Holy Spirit Episcopal school and Torah Day School. The girls also earned a victory over The Honor Roll School. The boys will play against YTE next Wednesday at 6:00 and the girls will continue their season after winter break.
High School Basketball
Both the High School girls and boys teams have started their district slate with wins. Both the girls and boys earned victories over The Oaks Adventist School. The boys also gained a victory over Bellville Faith Academy on the road in a very physical contest. Both teams have a very tough game on December 13th at Southwest Christian.
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Accessing the current schedule
Please re-sync your calendars weekly.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston
invites parents to attend:
Practical Strategies to Improve
Executive Function Skills
Sunday, January 6, 2019
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
ERJCC
Attendance is free of charge.
Drop-in child care provided by the ERJCC
RSVP required to:
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