The past week was full of preparation for Chanukah celebrations through stories, songs and art projects. Our EY2-4 classes learned the story of Chanukah and focused on age appropriate activities.
Our two’s year olds integrated math skills into their Chanukah learning by focusing on counting 8 candles and learning to name the numbers in Hebrew.
Our three year olds are remembering the tradition of lighting the Chanukia and made Chanukah menorahs to take home to share with their families.
Our EY4 students can absorb more about the story and history of Chanukah and learned to make latkes. They also considered the diversity of our world by learning how other cultures celebrate the holiday season.
We had a virtual Google Meet with the EY4 students to learn the varying tunes for singing blessings over Chanukah and Shabbat candles and were able to virtually merge our classrooms on screen to wish one another a Happy Chanukah.
Last week all our EY students participated in a pajama and hot cocoa day. Their Tzedakah contributions for this effort will help support our garden. Todah Rabah to every one who participated and to Morah Elyssa Brinn for organizing this event. Don't forget about our Chanukah Spirit Wear Day this Wednesday, December 16.
There will be Chanukah parties all week in each classroom. Many thanks to our parents for helping to coordinate with our teachers and for donating supplies and treats.
Winter break begins on December 21 for Fullcare students. 10 month Fullcare students are eligible to attend if they signed up for winter break at enrollment time.
Week 1- December 21-23
Week 2- December 28-30
All classroom cohorts remain the same with the same drop off and pick-up times. For example if your child is in a cohort that begins at 8:00, they are still to be picked up at 5:00.
Cohort times: 8:00-5:00
8:30-5:30
9:00-6:00
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at lorleans@strelitzacademy. org.
Shavua Tov and Chag Sameach! Have a wonderful week.
Lorna Orleans
