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September 3, 2023 / 17 Elul 5783
ECP Newsletter
Sounds of the Shofar
We’ve begun introducing Rosh Hashanah concepts by exploring the different types and colors of apples, and of course, the the Shofar! We have enjoyed visiting all our classrooms and getting to know the students.

— Early Childhood Director Hannah Schepps and Early Childhood Assistant Director Debbie Gubin
Our classes are also engaging in learning new routines and social skills. Morah Elisheva (our school counselor) will also begin Social-Emotional Learning in our Nitzanim and Chaverim classrooms.
Shabbat Mishpacha
Parents are invited to join Shabbat Mishpacha when each age group takes its turn serving as hosts from week to week. Coffee is provided at 8:30 am and this delightful program typically runs from 9 to 9:30 am.
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
Mon, Sept 4: No School — Labor Day
9:30 pm Sat, Sept 9 — High School Beit Midrash

Congregation Tiferet Israel joins with AYA to invite students, parents, and the greater Dallas Jewish community for a Musical Selichot featuring Rav P'daya Halperin. Join us at 9:30 pm for refreshments followed by Selichot at 10 pm.

Fri, Sept 15: No School — Rosh Hashanah

2:25 pm Mon, Sept 18: Early Dismissal — Tzom Gedalia
7 pm Wed, Sept 20 — Middle School Beit Midrash

All AYA parents are invited to join our Judaic Studies educators for a discussion
of the Jewish month and upcoming holidays. Light refreshments will be served. » RSVP
After-School Enrichment
We need a minimum of five students for each of our after-school Discovery programs to ensure an engaging experience for all. Please sign-up for these amazing classes as soon as possible.
Calling Class Parents
Will you volunteer to be a class parent for Nevatim, Teenoki, K'tonton, Nitzanim, or Chaverim? Responsibilities include:

  • Creating a parent WhatsApp group and partnering with teachers to support classroom needs  
  • Coordinating grade/class gifts to teachers
  • Occasionally forwarding PTO communications
PTO will follow up with the class parents in the first half of September.
OUR COMMUNITY
Host our Bnot Sherut: Please welcome Tamar and Ayelet for Shabbat meals over the Chaggim and Shabbatot during the school year:
For your Shabbat table: Challah may be ordered directly from Ron the Baker (email). Orders will be delivered to your child in their classroom on Friday morning to bring home.
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