Fourth graders read "The Tiger Rising" by Kate DiCamillo. Inspired by the main character who carves wood to express himself, they made soap carvings. |
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We Honor Yitzhak Rabin (z"l) on the Anniversary of his Assassination
Our grades 6-8 students have been learning about Yitzhak Rabin (z"l), Israel’s fifth Prime Minister and a Nobel Peace Prize winner. Today is the anniversary of his assassination at a Tel Aviv peace rally in 1995. His final speech that day is still relevant now — read Rabin’s last remarks below.
Yitzhak Rabin (z"l) – November 4, 1995
Permit me to say that I am deeply moved. I wish to thank each and every one of you, who have come here today to take a stand against violence and for peace. This government, which I am privileged to head, together with my friend Shimon Peres, decided to give peace a chance — a peace that will solve most of Israel’s problems.
I was a military man for 27 years. I fought so long as there was no chance for peace. I believe that there is now a chance for peace, a great chance. We must take advantage of it for the sake of those standing here, and for those who are not here — and they are many.
I have always believed that the majority of the people want peace and are ready to take risks for peace. In coming here today, you demonstrate, together with many others who did not come, that the people truly desire peace and oppose violence. Violence erodes the basis of Israeli democracy. It must be condemned and isolated. This is not the way of the State of Israel. In a democracy there can be differences, but the final decision will be taken in democratic elections, as the 1992 elections which gave us the mandate to do what we are doing, and to continue on this course.
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Torah Thoughts from Doc
Read a brief message about this week's Torah portion, Parashat Toldot. How can we unite across our differences?
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Mark Your Calendars!
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Sunday, November 7 - First Dose COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Ages 5-11, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Manny Fingerhut Auditorium
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Friday, November 12 - Friday Dismissal Time Changes to 2:45 p.m.
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Monday, November 15-22 - The Great Heilicher Grandparent Experience!
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Wednesday, November 24-26 - NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving
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Monday, November 29 - NO SCHOOL: Teacher Professional Development
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Wednesday, December 1 - Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Ages 5-11, 4-6 p.m., Manny Fingerhut Auditorium
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Change in Friday Dismissal
Beginning on Friday, November 12, Friday dismissal will be at 2:45 p.m. This earlier dismissal time will be in place for all Fridays during the winter months. Dismissal times will NOT change for other days of the week.
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Vaccine Message from Nurse Katie
Kids may experience minor side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine just like adults do. The most common side effects are a low grade fever, body aches, and fatigue. Side effects usually do not last more than three days; if they do, please contact a health care provider. Tylenol or ibuprofen may be given after the vaccine if needed, but not before.
If vaccinated children experience a cough, shortness of breath, or loss of taste or smell, please keep them home from school, report the symptoms through the Heilicher Communication Center, and wait for Nurse Katie to contact you regarding next steps. These symptoms are more consistent with a COVID-19 infection or other illness; they are not typically vaccine side effects.
Feel free to call the Health Office 952-381-3596 or email Nurse Katie if you have any questions.
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Don't Forget! Make Your Gift to the Heilicher Annual Fund
There are so many ways to support Heilicher! Make your gift TODAY to the Heilicher 2021-22 Annual Fund. REMINDER: all new gifts and gift increases made through Thursday, November 18 will be matched 1:1 by generous community members Mort and Merle Kane.
You may make your donation directly on Heilicher's secure website. Alternatively, you may give to Heilicher via GiveMN.org. Giving on this site through November 18 provides Heilicher with opportunities to win Golden Ticket prizes as part of the statewide Give to the Max Day 2021 appeal! You can access Heilicher's GiveMN page directly.
If you have questions about giving or wish to pledge by phone or email, please contact Institutional Advancement Director Beckie Skelton.
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We Want to Recognize You on Veterans Day
Veterans Day is next week! Heilicher would like to honor the veterans in our community. Please fill out this form if you are a veteran or on behalf of a veteran so we can include all of our veterans in our list.
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Spread the Word about Heilicher!
Our Information Evening is coming up! Know someone who might be interested in Heilicher? Please have them reach out to Louise Schoenberger at lschoenberger@hmjds.org and tell them about our Information Evening on Tuesday, November 16, at 7 p.m.
We are also excited to announce that we are waiving the $100 application fee for all applications completed by December 1, 2021. Apply today!
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Schedule is Below for the Great Heilicher Grandparent Experience!
The Great Heilicher Grandparent Experience is coming soon (Monday, November 15, through Tuesday, November 22)! Please share this information with your Heilicher grandparents and grandparent-generation guests. While the programming will be via Zoom, there will be many opportunities during this time period for grandparents to connect with the school.
We also have sent this information directly to Heilicher grandparents for whom we have current contact information. Please fill out this form if you would like to add a grandparent or guest to our grandparent email and mailing list.
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Registration Closes Friday for Basketball Skills Clinic (Grades 5-8)
There's still time to register for Heilicher's Basketball Skills Clinics this winter. Separate clinics will be offered for students in grade 5 and students in grades 6-8. These Skills Clinics will be a fun way for students to stay active and continue practicing their techniques and game play for when League Play resumes in the future. If interested, please email Evelyn Sadlowski prior to Friday (tomorrow) at 3:00pm.
Grade 5: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:50-5:20, November 10-February 9
Grades 6-8: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:50-5:20, November 11-February 10
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Condolences
Condolences to Heilicher parents Esther Goldberg-Davis and Rabbi Alexander Davis and their children, Yonah, Koby, Micah, and Amichai, and alumni parents Elizabeth Davis and Rob Jacobs and their children, Sophie, Hannah, and Sammy, on the passing of Alexander and Elizabeth's father, Stuart Davis.
Mazel Tov!
Mazel Tov to Heilicher student Rachel Tirado on her upcoming Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, November 6, at Temple Israel.
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