Hebrew School Happenings

Dear Diligent Parents,

Please note that Hebrew School is closed for Winter Break from Sunday, February 17, 2019 until Sunday, February 24, 2019. Hey classes resume on Monday, February 25, Aleph through Dalet on Wednesday, February 27 and Hey on Thursday, February 28, 2019.

Please wear your CAMP TEE SHIRT to Hebrew School this Sunday, February 10, 2019. From 11:30 AM until 12:15 PM various Jewish Camps will talk about what makes their camp so special. All classes will meet in the Sanctuary and all parents are encouraged to join them.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A CHANGE IN PROCEDURE FOR ALL STUDENTS WHO ARRIVE MORE THAN TEN (10) MINUTES LATE TO CLASS EFFECTIVE ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2019:

Any student arriving more than ten (10) minutes late to class MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT who must sign a book located in the Hebrew School Office. This is to ensure that all of our students arrive safely in their classes.

Please note that the next Family Service is scheduled for Friday, March 1, 2019 at 6:30 PM. This is also Shabbat Across America.

Many of you have asked about sponsoring the "Kosher Kart", The sponsorships are only $36 each. Available dates are: February 27, March 6 and 13, April 3 and 17, May 1, 8,  22, 2019. Many thanks to the Pino family for sponsoring last week in memory of Grandpa Jack.

Thank you this week, to the Phillips family who sponsored the Kosher Kart in honor of Matthew's birthday.

Please don't wait, as they are going quickly. If you sign up for a date, your child will have the opportunity and privilige to sell the Kosher Kart on that date. All the kids enjoy selling.

The Kindergarten and Primary Class: The students are now studying Purim and have made some beautiful, creative Purim masks. Our Shin Shin, Yoav, worked with this class and was amazed what they know about Purim.

The Pre-Aleph Class: is learning new Hebrew letters each week. They are also learning new brachot.

Please note that the Pre-Aleph and Aleph Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, May 31, 2019.

Aleph: Todah Rabah, Rabbi, for sharing Rosh Chodesh with our  precious Aleph students. They loved your pajamas.
 
Both Aleph classes are almost two-thirds of the way through their reading book. They are doing very well. They started to learn their prayers for their Friday night service. Please have the students practice reading in their Aleph-Bet Quest book.

Please note that the Pre-Aleph and Aleph Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, May 31, 2019.

Bet: The Bet students have been focusing on the Kiddush and they can now read it in its entirety. They will be studing the history of Modern Day Israel over the next few weeks.

They are excited to use their new Siddur as they continue to prepare for their Bet Class Shabbat Service is scheduled for Friday, May 10, 2019.

Gimel: This Sunday, February 10, 2019, the Gimel class will meet in the Muraskin Room at 9:30 AM. Promptly. Our esteemed Family Educator, Jill Kaplan, will facilitate a "Torah Scavenger Hunt" for both students and their parents. A light breakfast will be served at 11:00-ish, followed by our Camp Day presentations in the Sanctuary. Don't forget to wear your camp tee shirt.

The Gimel students are focusing on their Hebrew reading and are doing well. They have begun to focus on their Friday night prayers for their Class Shabbat. For the past three weeks, they have also been studying and analyzing Hillel. 

Please note that your Gimel Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, April 12, 2019.

Dalet: The Dalet students have been preparing for their Saturday morning service in March. They are begining to think about how important the service will be as they prepare for  their own Bar or Bat Mitzvah Service.

They are also focusing on the important role that Judaism has in their lives. The current "hot topic" in their class is now "Purim". The students will continue to work with Yoav on the customs and cultures of Purim in Israel.

Please note that your Dalet Class Shabbat is scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 9:45 AM. Please remember to wear a white shirt and a dark bottom.

Hey: A reminder: Hebrew High classes meet on Tuesdays from 7:00 PM until 8:40 PM at the Merrick Jewish Centre.

The Hey students are discussing relevant Jewish topics relating to the issues that face Jews of America and the world.

The Hey students have been working very hard learning the prayers for their Bar / Bat Mitzvah. I encourage you to attend Shabbat services in the Main Sanctuary to improve your comfort level for your child's Bar or Bat Mitzvah and to strengthen your child's Hebrew reading.

We hope to see all of our Hey students and their parents this Sunday, February 10, 2019 to explore the fun of working in a Jewish camp for the summer. Meet us in the Sanctuary at 11:30 AM.

I hope that you have all received the Hebrew School Calendar. If you have any questions or concerns about it, please contact June at SchoolAdm@cbohr.org. Please keep your eye on the Calendar, as we update it regularly.

Our next Junior Congregation date is this Saturday, February 9, 2019. The next one is on Saturday, March 9, 2019. It always starts at 10:30 AM in the Muraskin Room. We hope that everyone will attend.

HEY STUDENTS: Please make sure that you let the Junior Congregation Leader know when you attend services in the Main Sanctuary so that you may receive credit for having attended Shabbat services.

For any student who has attended a service here at Congregation Beth Ohr and there is no scheduled Junior Congregation service, please email June (SchoolAdm@cbohr.org) with the date.

The next Board of Education meeting will be held next Monday, February 25, 2019 at 8:00 PM in the Muraskin Room.

An opportunity to help your fellow congregants: Would you be interested in helping to usher at an upcoming Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Please contact June (SchoolAdm@cbohr.org) to let her know what week(s) you choose and she will provide you with additional information. We would really appreciate your assistance.

To help your students become more proficient in reading Hebrew, Rabbi Bernstein is offering a class which will enable you to read with your child. The class is called "Hebrew Reading for Hebrew School Parents" and will be held on Sundays at 9:30 AM, begining February 3, 2019. For your convenience, you can join the class when you drop off your child at school.

Cantor Kowitz is offering a Trope Chanting class on Mondays at 7:00 PM.

As always, my door is open to embrace all your suggestions, concerns and ideas.

Shabbat Shalom

5779 Junior Congregation Requirements
(2018 - 2019)
ALEPH = 9 Services
BET = 11 Services
GIMEL = 13 Services
DALET = 15 Services
(ALL SERVICES AFTER DECEMBR 31, 2018
MUST BE IN THE MAIN SANCTUARY
HEY = 15 Services
(ALL SERVICES MUST BE IN THE MAIN SANCTUARY)

Dear Vivacious Parents,

Surprise! Surprise! We are sending our Hebrew Happenings a day earlier than usual to give you additional time to register for ALL of the upcoming events. Hope to see everyone everywhere.

Thursday, January 31, 2019, is a Tu B'Shevat Service and Seder starting at 6:30 PM. We encourage all to attend. It will be a "fruitful" evening.

We have a very exciting, hectic February coming up. Here is a sample of just the first weekend:

Friday, February 1, 2019 is SuperBowl Shabbat at 6:30 PM. If you have not sent your RSVP, please consider this a reminder to do so. Please check the flyer at the bottom of this email and respond no later than this Friday, January 25, 2019. DOUBLE JUNIOR CONGREGATION CREDIT WILL BE GIVEN.

Saturday, February 2, 2019, at 9:45 AM, the Hey Class will lead Shabbat Services. Please wear a white shirt and a dark bottom.

Sunday, February 3, 2019, at 8:45 AM is a Rosh Chodesh Breakfast with Rabbi Bernstein for the Aleph class in Room 8. Wear your PJ's.

Sunday, February 3, 2019, at 9:30 AM is a Hebrew Reading Class for Hebrew School Parents with Rabbi Bernstein. Bagels and coffee will be served.

Sunday, February 3, 2019, the World Wide Wrap is at 10:00 AM in the Social Hall. We invite all parents to attend. Please see that flyer below.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A CHANGE IN PROCEDURE FOR ALL STUDENTS WHO ARRIVE MORE THAN TEN (10) MINUTES LATE TO CLASS EFFECTIVE ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2019:

Any student arriving more than ten (10) minutes late to class MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT who must sign a book located in the Hebrew School Office. This is to ensure that all of our students arrive safely in their classes.

Please note that the next Family Service is scheduled for Friday, February 1, 2019 at 6:30 PM. We encourage all of our families to attend and will give DOUBLE Junior Congregation credit. This is also the SuperBowl Shabbat.

Many of you have asked about sponsoring the "Kosher Kart", The sponsorships are only $36 each. Available dates are: February 27, March 6 and 13, April 3 and 17, May 1, 8,  22, 2019.

Please don't wait, as they are going quickly. If you sign up for a date, your child will have the opportunity and privilige to sell the Kosher Kart on that date. All the kids enjoy selling.

The Kindergarten and Primary Class: They are preparing for their Shabbat Service which is this Friday, January 25, 2019 at 6:00 PM, followed by a light child-friendly dinner at 6:45-ish. Please have all students wear a white shirt and a dark bottom.

The Pre-Aleph Class: is learning new Hebrew letters each week. They are also learning new brachot.

Please note that the Pre-Aleph and Aleph Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, May 31, 2019.

Aleph: Both Aleph classes are almost half way through their reading book. They are doing very well. They started to learn their prayers for their Friday night service, which is scheduled for May 31, 2019. Please have the students practice reading in their Aleph-Bet Quest book.

Save the date: Sunday, February 3, 2019 for a Rosh Chodesh breakfast and discussion with Rabbi Bernstein at 8:45 AM. Come in your pajamas! See the flyer below for more information.

Please note that the Pre-Aleph and Aleph Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, May 31, 2019.

Bet: The students are diligently working on their Bet Siddur Ceremony, scheduled for this Sunday, January 27, 2019 from 11:15 AM until 12:15 PM. Please have all students wear a white shirt and a dark bottom.

Please note that your Bet Class Shabbat Service is scheduled for Friday, May 10, 2019.

Gimel: The Gimel students are focusing on their Hebrew reading and are doing well. They have begun to focus on their Friday night prayers for their Class Shabbat. For the past two weeks, they have also been studying and analyzing Hillel. 

Please note that your Gimel Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, April 12, 2019.

Dalet: The Dalet students have been preparing for their Saturday morning service in March. They are begining to think about how important the service will be as they prepare for  their own Bar or Bat Mitzvah Service.

They are also focusing on the important role that Judaism has in their lives. The current "hot topic" in their class is now "Purim". The students will begin to work with Yoav on the customs and cultures of Purim in Israel.

Please note that your Dalet Class Shabbat is scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 9:45 AM.

Hey: A reminder: Hebrew High classes meet on Tuesdays from 7:00 PM until 8:40 PM at the Merrick Jewish Centre.

The Hey students are exploring the history of modern day Israel.

The Hey students have been working very hard learning the prayers for their Bar / Bat Mitzvah. I encourage you to attend Shabbat services in the Main Sanctuary to improve your comfort level for your child's Bar or Bat Mitzvah and to strengthen your child's Hebrew reading.

Please note that your Hey Class Shabbat is scheduled for Saturday, February 2, 2019.

I hope that you have all received the Hebrew School Calendar. If you have any questions or concerns about it, please contact June at SchoolAdm@cbohr.org. Please keep your eye on the Calendar, as we update it regularly.

Our next Junior Congregation date is this Saturday, January 26, 2019. The next one is on Saturday, February 2, 2019. It always starts at 10:30 AM in the Muraskin Room. We hope that everyone will attend.

HEY STUDENTS: Please make sure that you let the Junior Congregation Leader know when you attend services in the Main Sanctuary so that you may receive credit for having attended Shabbat services.

For any student who has attended a service here at Congregation Beth Ohr and there is no scheduled Junior Congregation service, please email June (SchoolAdm@cbohr.org) with the date.

The next Board of Education meeting will be held next Monday, January 28, 2019 at 8:00 PM in the Muraskin Room.

An opportunity to help your fellow congregants: Would you be interested in helping to usher at an upcoming Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Please contact June (SchoolAdm@cbohr.org) to let her know what week(s) you choose and she will provide you with additional information. We would really appreciate your assistance.

To help your students become more proficient in reading Hebrew, Rabbi Bernstein is offering a class which will enable you to read with your child. The class is called "Hebrew Reading for Hebrew School Parents" and will be held on Sundays at 9:30 AM, begining February 3, 2019. For your convenience, you can join the class when you drop off your child at school.

Cantor Kowitz is offering a Trope Chanting class on Mondays at 7:00 PM.

As always, my door is open to embrace all your suggestions, concerns and ideas.

Shabbat Shalom

5779 Junior Congregation Requirements
(2018 - 2019)
ALEPH = 9 Services
BET = 11 Services
GIMEL = 13 Services
DALET = 15 Services
(ALL SERVICES AFTER DECEMBR 31, 2018
MUST BE IN THE MAIN SANCTUARY
HEY = 15 Services
(ALL SERVICES MUST BE IN THE MAIN SANCTUARY)

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Dear Enthusiastic Parents,

Please note that Hebrew School is closed on Sunday, January 20, and Monday, January 21, 2019.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A CHANGE IN PROCEDURE FOR ALL STUDENTS WHO ARRIVE MORE THAN TEN (10) MINUTES LATE TO CLASS EFFECTIVE ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2019:

Any student arriving more than ten (10) minutes late to class MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT who must sign a book located in the Hebrew School Office. This is to ensure that all of our students arrive safely in their classes.

Please note that the next Family Service is scheduled for Friday, February 1, 2019 at 6:30 PM. We encourage all of our families to attend and will give Junior Congregation credit. This is also the SuperBowl Shabbat.

Many of you have asked about sponsoring the "Kosher Kart", The sponsorships are only $36 each. Available dates are: January 9, 16 and 30, February 27, March 6 and 13, April 3 and 17, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 2019.

Please don't wait, as they are going quickly. If you sign up for a date, your child will have the opportunity and privilige to sell the Kosher Kart on that date. All the kids enjoy selling.

The Kindergarten and Primary Class: They are learning about Tu B'Shevat and to prepare for their Shabbat Service which is on Friday, January 25, 2019 at 6:00 PM, followed by a light child-friendly dinner at 6:45-ish. Please have all students wear a white shirt and a dark bottom.

The Pre-Aleph Class: They are learning about Tu B'Shevat and will enjoy a Tu B'Shevat "Tasting" this Sunday, January 13, 2019.

Please note that the Pre-Aleph and Aleph Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, May 31, 2019.

Aleph: Both Aleph classes are almost half way through their reading book. They are doing very well. They started to learn their prayers for their Friday night service, which is scheduled for May 31, 2019. Please have the students practice reading in their Aleph-Bet Quest book.

Save the date: Sunday, February 3, 2019 for a Rosh Chodesh breakfast and discussion with Rabbi Bernstein at 8:45 AM. Come in your pajamas! See the flyer below for more information.

Please note that the Pre-Aleph and Aleph Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, May 31, 2019.

Bet: The students are diligently working on their Bet Siddur Ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, January 27, 2019 from 11:15 AM until 12:15 PM.

Please note that your Bet Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, May 10, 2019.

Gimel: The Gimel students are focusing on their Hebrew reading and are doing well. They have begun to study Tu B'Shevat.

Please note that your Gimel Class Shabbat is scheduled for Friday, April 12, 2019.

Dalet: The Dalet students have been very astute in learning the Shabbat Service. They are also focusing on the important role that Judaism has in their lives. The current "hot topic" in their class has been "Tefillot". The students will work with Yoav on the customs and cultures of Tu B'Shevat in Israel.

Please note that your Dalet Class Shabbat is scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2019.

Hey: A reminder: Hebrew High classes meet on Tuesdays from 7:00 PM until 8:40 PM at the Merrick Jewish Centre.

The Hey students are begining to learn concepts of Talmud and how the Rabbis discuss and interpret it.

The Hey students have been working very hard learning the prayers for their Bar / Bat Mitzvah. I encourage you to attend Shabbat services in the Main Sanctuary to improve your comfort level for your child's Bar or Bat Mitzvah and to strengthen your child's Hebrew reading.

Please note that your Hey Class Shabbat is scheduled for Saturday, February 2, 2019.

I hope that you have all received the Hebrew School Calendar. If you have any questions or concerns about it, please contact June at SchoolAdm@cbohr.org. Please keep your eye on the Calendar, as we update it regularly.

Our first Junior Congregation date in 2019 is this Saturday, January 12, 2019. The next one is on Saturday, January 26, 2019. It always starts at 10:30 AM in the Muraskin Room. We hope that everyone will attend.

"Todah Rabah" to Sheryl Gordon for leading our Junior Congregation Services for the first half of the school year.

HEY STUDENTS: Please make sure that you let the Junior Congregation Leader know when you attend services in the Main Sanctuary so that you may receive credit for having attended Shabbat services.

For any student who has attended a service here at Congregation Beth Ohr and there is no scheduled Junior Congregation service, please email June (SchoolAdm@cbohr.org) with the date.

The next Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, January 28, 2019 at 8:00 PM in the Muraskin Room.

An opportunity to help your fellow congregants: Would you be interested in helping to usher at an upcoming Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Please contact June (SchoolAdm@cbohr.org) to let her know what week(s) you choose and she will provide you with additional information. We would really appreciate your assistance.

As always, my door is open to embrace all your suggestions, concerns and ideas.

Shabbat Shalom

5779 Junior Congregation Requirements
(2018 - 2019)
ALEPH = 9 Services
BET = 11 Services
GIMEL = 13 Services
DALET = 15 Services
(ALL SERVICES AFTER DECEMBR 31, 2018
MUST BE IN THE MAIN SANCTUARY
HEY = 15 Services
(ALL SERVICES MUST BE IN THE MAIN SANCTUARY)

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