Parshat Pekudei
Candle Lighting 7:12 p.m.
Havdalah 8:13 p.m.
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This week, United Orthodox Synagogues (UOS)'s Rabbi and Upper School Judaic Studies Teacher, Rabbi Yitzchak Sprung, emphasizes the manifold repetition of people following instructions in the Torah, highlighting that when acting as agents of God, individuals bring Hashem’s will into actuality.
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Hakarat HaTov - Recognizing the Good |
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We are so grateful for all our volunteers this week! A huge shoutout and thank you goes out to:
Esther Adhami, Natalie Azaria, Linda Azulay, Tirza Block, Farell Diamond, Andrew Feigenblatt, Laura Haroch, Elana Huvard Lubotzky, Debbie Kupfer, Patricia Lewin, Adeena Mikhaylov, Stephanie Mitzner, Maayan Mizan, Tamar Ratchcovski, Karin Rokach, Dafi Setovi, Ortal Tobul
If you would like to volunteer at RMBA please click here to view our opportunities.
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It is with great sadness that we inform you of the recent passing of
Betty Ruth Gorme z"l
Mother of Neil and (Laura) Gorme
Grandmother of Samuel Gorme ('11)
May her memory be for a blessing, and may the family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the recent passing of
Avrohm Perl z"l, RMBA Honorary President
Husband of Hetty Perl
Father of Tova ('98) (Akiva) Reich, (Avigayil) and Eli Perl, (Raizy) and Chaim ('04) Perl, Deena ('09) and Yitzky Klestzick.
May his memory be for a blessing, and may the family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem
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Through the Looking Glass |
This week we introduce a new mini-series called "Getting to Know You: Principals Edition." Each of these 5 episodes (spread out over the next 6 weeks) will highlight one of our 5 directors/principals as we get to know them better as an educational leader and person. Our first guest, Morah Rivkie.
Find out more in this week's Through the Looking Glass Podcast Episode #27!
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Reforming Perspectives
This week Mr. Cell’s 9th-10th grade on-level U.S. history class examined the Second Great Awakening. They learned about its emphasis on perfectionism, and how this connected to reform movements such as Temperance and Abolitionism.
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State Spotlight
This week, Mr. Simon’s third-grade students wrapped up their geography research project. Each student chose a state in the Southeastern USA to investigate. They diligently researched and confidently presented their findings to the class. In addition to fundamental facts like state population, capital, and nickname, students delved into interesting topics such as notable figures from the state and popular local candies.
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Purim Creativity
This week in Morah Sandy's EC3A class, students embarked on a creative project by crafting their own Megillot. They adorned one side with vibrant Purim symbols such as hamantashen, clowns, and masks using paint stamps. Then, they used dot painting techniques to illustrate key highlights of the Purim story on the Megillot fostering a strong understanding of the narrative before, during, and after the project.
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Hebrew Values
This week, 4th and 5th graders in Morah Rachel's Hebrew class engaged deeply with the Ulpan Or program, exploring and internalizing essential values.
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Middle School Poetry
This week in Ms. Ruben's classes, middle school students delved into the art of poetry, crafting original pieces that resonate with the essential questions of the third quarter. Themes such as "the power of a single day," "hope for the future," and "making a change for the better" sparked creativity and deep reflection. Through poetry, students gained fresh insights into life, relationships, and the world. It offered them a unique avenue to express their thoughts, emotions, and experiences, fostering self-expression and introspection.
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City Design Challenge
Mrs. Schneider's fifth-grade class recently delved into the concepts of area, perimeter, and volume. For their culminating project, students were divided into groups to embark on an exciting endeavor: Designing a city. Each city design required careful consideration of buildings, roads, and green spaces. Through collaborative efforts, students tackled this engaging project, fostering teamwork and hands-on learning.
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Purim Preparations
The Purim spirit filled Morah Tsippi's EC2B class this week as they delved into the Purim story, explored the four Mitzvot, and decorated their classroom with lively clowns and crafted delicious hamantaschen! The children had a blast refining their fine motor skills while crafting numerous adorable and whimsical Purim projects.
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Purim Trivia Challenge
This week in Rabbi Ouzzan's 7/8th grade Gemara class, students embarked on an exciting Purim trivia competition utilizing the interactive game Crypto Hack Blooket. This immersive activity not only ignited excitement but also facilitated critical thinking and reinforced their understanding of class materials.
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Purim Creativity
Students in Morah Hanna's EC4B class enjoyed a festive week immersing themselves in the joyous spirit of Purim. Engaging in various hands-on projects, they crafted masks from diverse materials, created clown faces, fashioned coffee filter hamantaschen, assembled groggers, crafted Purim puppets, and created pin-punched masks. During these activities, children honed their counting skills by tallying beads and bells for their groggers and identified numbers and colors while beading silly clown hair. Morah Hanna also introduced Purim vocabulary, prompting students to recognize Hebrew letters within those words. Together, the class retold the Purim story and delved into the significance of the four mitzvot of Purim. Additionally, they transformed the letter "U" into an umbrella and painted a vibrant keshet (rainbow) to represent the Hebrew letter Koof, using kerach (ice) paint.
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Ethics Across Eras
This week in Mrs. Pollak’s Navi class, students explored ethical dilemmas and values, drawing parallels between contemporary society and the era of King Saul.
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Adar Celebrations
This week, lower school students relished a delightful chocolate-covered marshmallow activity in celebration of Rosh Chodesh Adar II with Bnot Sherut Idit and Naamah. The entire school was greeted on Tuesday by a lobby and halls transformed into a Disney/Pixar wonderland, in honor of the joyous month and the upcoming holiday. Explore the fun here!
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Purim Fun
This week in Morah Clara's EC3B class, students dove into the spirit of Purim. They finished crafting their Megillot, began creating groggers, and explored the four mitzvot of Purim. The class delighted in a lively Purim-themed matching game, a counting activity, and learning new songs to enhance the festive atmosphere.
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Hebrew Coffee Break
This week, 7th and 8th graders in Morah Rachel's Hebrew class transformed their classroom into a delightful mini coffee shop, complete with Israeli Shekels, friendly servers, and an abundance of coffee and goodies. They added their personal touch with decorations and had a great time conversing in Hebrew while sharing about themselves.
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Culinary Creations
The high school culinary creations elective has been diligently honing their culinary skills. Twice a week, this dynamic group of 10 students dives into the world of gastronomy, mastering not only the art of crafting delicious dishes but also the principles of cost-effectiveness and time efficiency. So far, their culinary adventures have led them to create an array of delectable treats including soups, muffins, Shabbat favorites (cholents, deli rolls, and kugels), sushi salads, breakfast delights, tacos, healthy ramen, and more. Recently, students have been challenged to curate recipes that not only cater to the dietary restrictions of their assigned kitchen (dairy or meat) but also factor in a strict 40-minute time limit, budget constraints, and the diverse preferences and aversions of their peers. This hands-on approach ensures that each student not only becomes a proficient cook but also a savvy culinary strategist.
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Help Support MAD
Our High School Making a Difference Club by participating in
March MADness
Fill out a bracket to predict who you think will win it all
Sign up by March 20th
$10 for one bracket
$25 for three brackets
See flyer for additional details
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RMBA Alumni Field Day
Sunday, March 31, 2024
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
RMBA Campus
Open to Alumni and their families! Enjoy a fun filled day including lunch and cool off with newly kosher Rita's Italian Ice!
Click here for additional details and to RSVP
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RMBA's High School Drama Society Presents:
Peter Pan
2 Showings (at RMBA):
Sunday, April 7th, 2024
2:00 PM
Monday, April 8th, 2024
5:15 PM
Featuring Kindergarten students singing "I Won't Grow Up"
Click here to purchase tickets or ad space in the playbill
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UOS Purim Carnival
Sunday, March 24, 2024
9001 Greenwillow St
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Admission is Free
BBQ Seudah available for pre-purchase click here
See flyer for additional details
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Meyerland Minyan
Purim Party
Sunday, March 24, 2024
3:00 - 5:30 pm
9002 Chimney Rock Rd.
$10 per person
$20 family max
See flyer for additional details
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AJC Presents
The Leaders for Tomorrow (LFT) Accelerator Program for local teens in grades 10-12
April 7, 2024
9:00 am
Congregation Beth Yeshurun
Check out the flyer for additional details
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