November 2025 Tributes

ANN ZUCKMAN MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
Jason Miller – Ralph Zuckman

BETTY FISHMAN FUND
In memory of
Michael Kratchman, brother of Reva Kuhel – Jeri & Steven Fishman
Dr. Richard Krugel – Jeri & Steven Fishman
Phyllis Yaffe, sister of Gerald Cohen – Jeri & Steven Fishman

CULTURAL PROGRAMMING CONTRIBUTION
In memory of
Michael Kratchman – Susan Kozik Klein & Jeffrey Klein

DR. ROBERT TAM VETERANS FUND
In memory of
Eugene Kowalsky – Elizabeth Tam
Dr. Richard Krugel – Elizabeth Tam
Dr. Stephen Wittenberg – Elizabeth Tam

EDUCATION FUND
In appreciation of
Saul Rube for tutoring Noah Wagner for his Bar Mitzvah – Matthew & Beth-Ann Wagner
In memory of
Arlene Margolin – Amy & Howard Neistein
Arlene Margolin – Jeffrey & Fanny Sherman
Arlene Margolin – Steven & Barbara Tronstein

ESTHER ETHEL & BENJAMIN KERT MEMORIAL TRANSPORTATION FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
Earl Marvin Schwartz – Linda & Robert Schwartz

FLOWERS SPONSORSHIP
Marking the yahrzeit of
Anita Harold – Susan Harold
Ann E. Zuckman – Ralph Zuckman
David Mogill and Hazzan Samuel Mogill – The Mogill and Lauter families
David B. Hermelin on his 25th yahrzeit – Doreen Hermelin, Jennifer & Brian Hermelin, Marci and Rob Orley
Ellen Labes – James Labes

GENERAL FUND
In honor of
Todd Mendel special birthday! Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Rosh Chodesh – Janice Wanetick
In memory of
Arlene Margolin- Alan Schwartz
Arlene Margolin, may her memory be for a blessing – Ben Gottesdiener
Arlene Margolin – Beverly Frank
Arlene Margolin, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother – Bonnie Seligson
Arlene Margolin – Brad & Robin Axelrod
Arlene Margolin – David & Judy Karp
Arlene Margolin – Diane Klein
Arlene Margolin – Dov & Judith Shenkman
Arlene Margolin – George & Jo Elyn Nyman & Adam & Sara Nyman
Arlene Margolin – Gerald & Lisa Brody
Arlene Margolin – Jeffrey & Amy Schlussel
Arlene Margolin – Wendy and Jeff Eisenshtadt
Arlene Margolin – Kelly Davis
Arlene Margolin – Lisa & Gary Langnas
Arlene Margolin – Lynn & Jerry Eisenstatt
Arlene Margolin – Mark & Shelly Rubenfire
Arlene Margolin – Janice & Marty Stoneman
Arlene Margolin – Michael & Barbara Horowitz
Arlene Margolin – Paul & Roberta Ingber
Arlene Margolin – Ronna Ross
Arlene Margolin – Sally Soverinsky
Arlene Margolin – Susan and Dan Orman and Family
Dr. Richard Krugel – Harriet & Gregg Orley
Dr. Richard Krugel – Linda & Ronald Cohen
Michael Kratchman – Larry & Eleanor Jackier
Marking the yahrzeit of
Albert Sherman – Alfredo & Andrea Frohlich
Esther bat Rachal – Ashley Perl
Dr. LeRoy Neumann – Brenda & Shari Neumann
my mother Clara Kapetansky Leib- Joel & Barbara Leib
Ruth Lewis – Melvy Lewis

GREEN & SUSTAINABILITY FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
Robert C. Brumbaugh – Jessica Schwartz

HAZZAN DAVID PROPIS DISCRETIONARY FUND
In appreciation of
Hazzan David Propis singing The Partisan Song at the Holocaust dinner – Zina Kramer
In memory of
Michael Kratchman – Helene Cherrin
Nancy Starr Surovcak – Pamela Starr
Marking the yahrzeit of
Hugh Kennedy “Ken” Starr – Pamela Starr

HERMAN BRODSKY MEMORIAL FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
Leo Brodsky – Jeffrey & Stacy Brodsky
Anna Brodsky – Jeffrey & Stacy Brodsky

HIGH HOLY DAYS APPEAL
From Steven & Faye Adelson

I. MATTHEW MILLER MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
Dr. Sheldon Schwartz – Scott & Rachel Rose
Arlene Margolin – Stephanie Miller

ILENE NEMER MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
Michael Kratchman – Rosalind and Larry Nemer

KIDDUSH/LUNCH SPONSORSHIP
Marking the yahrzeit of
David B. Hermelin’s on the 25th yahrzeit – Doreen Hermelin, Jennifer & Brian Hermelin, Marci & Rob Orley

LORELEI & CARL LIPNIK CAMP RAMAH
In memory of
Arlene Margolin – Lori Kischner

MEN’S CLUB
Marking the yahrzeit of
Clara Kapetansky Leib – Joel & Barbara Leib

MORNING MINYAN FUND
In honor of
David Gutman becoming a Bar Mitzvah – Charles & Judy Kronzek
my mother Mildred Cohen & my sister Wilma Pinckney – Elaine & Dr. Gerald Laker
In memory of
Arlene Margolin – Robin & Lawrence Lash
Arlene Margolin – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Arlene Margolin – Steven & Faye Adelson
Eugene Kowalsky, beloved brother – Robin & Lawrence Lash
Phillip Elkus – Ron Elkus
Michael Kratchman. With our deepest sympathy – Dottie and Don Wagner
Michael Kratchman from Robin & Lawrence Lash
Dr. Richard Krugel – Robin & Lawrence Lash
Phyllis Yaffe – Steven & Faye Adelson
Marking the yahrzeit of
Gloria & Aron Cannon – Anna Himelhoch
Anne Fisher Rose – Carol Sue & Stephen Coden
her late husband Christopher Tucker – Devorah Fick-Tucker
Rose Morris, beloved mother -June Stillman
Gerald Sherman – Michael Sherman and Renee Sherman
Philip Elkus – Ron Elkus
Our Grandfather Meyer Waterstone – Steven & Faye Adelson
Mazel tov to
Hannah Rosenberg & Family on her becoming a Bat Mitzvah – Dottie & Don Wagner

PLAYGROUND FUND
In memory of
Arlene Margolin – Andrew & Julie Prussack

PROGRAM SPONSORSHIP FUND
From Nick & Jaime Israel

RABBI AARON STARR DISCRETIONARY FUND
In appreciation of
the CSZ Clergy – Lisa Brown-Naftaly
Rabbi Aaron Starr’s words at the Holocaust center dinner – Zina Kramer
In honor of
Pulpit honors – Janice Wanetick
In memory of
Arlene Margolin – Brad & Robin Axelrod
Arlene Margolin – Carole Shifman
Arlene Margolin – Janis Eisman
Arlene Margolin – Neal & Sarah Krasnick
Arlene Margolin – Rissa and Sheldon Winkelman
Elaine Treisman – Edward Treisman
Dr. Richard Krugel – Helene Cherrin
Dr. Richard Krugel – Sheldon & Barbara Larky

RABBI YONI DAHLEN DISCRETIONARY FUND
In memory of
Harvey Covensky, beloved husband, father and grandfather – Linda Silverstein
Robert H. Naftaly – Lisa Brown-Naftaly
Marking the yahrzeit of
Yahrzeit of my beloved dad Paul Worona – Linda Silverstein

SECURITY CONTRIBUTIONS
Marking the yahrzeit of
Gary Sole, MD – Carol Sole

SHABBAT LUNCH FUND
In memory of
Arlene Margolin – Beverly Baker & Dr. Edward
Arlene Margolin – Constance Sherman
Arlene Margolin – Melvin & Karol Chinitz
Arlene Margolin – Nancy and Harold Finkel
Arlene Margolin – Susan Kozik-Klein & Jeffrey Klein
Harvey Covensky – Harold & Nancy Finkel
Michael Kratchman. With our deepest sympathy, Carol and Paul Hooberman
Phyllis Yaffe – Robin & Lawrence Lash
Phyllis Yaffe – Susan Kozik-Klein & Jeffrey Klein
Phyllis Yaffe – Martin & Janice Stoneman
Richard Krugel – Susan Kozik-Klein & Jeffrey Klein
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
Linda Cohen – Melvin & Karol Chinitz

SHABBAT SPONSORSHIP
Marking the yahrzeit of
Samson Inwald – The Inwald tribe – Joan & Jay Inwald

SISTERHOOD GENERAL FUND
From Neil & Joan Satovsky
In Appreciation of
Elyse Jacobs – Jim Altman
Heidi Budaj – Jim Altman
In honor of
Elyse & Richard Jacob’s son’s Rafi Jacobs upcoming marriage – Elaine Dr. Gerald Laker
In memory of
Arlene Margolin – Harriet & Gregg Orley

Curriculum

Our curriculum is written for our school by our Rabbis and Director of Youth and Family Learning. Each grade level has specific goals and learning targets that encompass the following areas:  

Learning and practicing Jewish rituals, holidays, and ethical actions, emphasizing how these observances connect individuals to Jewish tradition and community. 

Fostering a connection to Israel by exploring its geography, history, and significance as the Jewish homeland. 

Centering on learning and understanding Torah stories, characters, and teachings, and applying their lessons to daily life. 

Emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior, acts of kindness (Gemilut Chasadim), and fulfilling obligations like Tzedakah (charity). 

Exploring the meaning and practice of prayer, teaching students how to communicate with God and understand the significance of different prayers. 

Focusing on learning the Hebrew alphabet, vocabulary, and basic reading skills to engage with Jewish texts and prayers. 

Each grade level explores these themes through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including the Chai Curriculum. 

Staff

We are fortunate to have a dedicated team of professional Jewish educators. Our teachers receive weekly planning time, during which they use our curriculum and learning goals to craft engaging lesson plans. They benefit from regular coaching and feedback from our Director of Youth and Family Learning and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Our educators are passionate about their students and committed to their growth and success.

Family Programs

Throughout the year, we invite families to celebrate with us! Parents, grandparents, and siblings are welcome to join us for special Religious School mornings filled with music, food, and community celebration as we observe holidays such as Sukkot, Tu B’Shevat, and Passover as a school community. Families and students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Shabbat services, where we offer youth activities for children of all ages. Participating in Shabbat helps our students connect their learning and apply it in a congregational setting, fostering a deeper connection to our synagogue community.