August 2023 Tributes

GENERAL FUND
In appreciation of
CSZ – the heart – Pamela Starr
In honor of
Richard Coskey’s 90th Birthday! Wishing you a year filled with Health & Happiness – Sharon Horwitz
David Wallace’s special birthday! To 120! – Beth and Steve Margolin
Barbara and David’s Wallace’s special anniversary. Mazel tov! – Beth and Steve Margolin
In memory of
Harry Jacobson – Joseph & Nancy Jacobson
Aiden Jack Merzin – Lauren Cohen
Michelle Warner – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Aiden Jack Merzin sorry for your loss. Are thoughts & prayers are with you – Lana & Shel Jacobs
Michelle Warner sorry for the loss of your wife. Shel & Lana Jacobs
Marking the yahrzeit of
Ralph Davidson – Ethan & Gretchen Davidson
Rebecca Galin – Gary & Gina Galin

ABE & BEA KATZMAN CAMP RAMAH FUND
In memory of
Aiden Jack – Melissa Duke

ADULT EDUCATION FUND
In honor of
Saul Rube’s special birthday – Jennifer Rube

ANN & LEONARD P. BARUCH TZEDAKAH FUND
In honor of
Leonard Baruch’s 101st birthday. Much Love – Andrea Laker
Leonard Baruch’s special Birthday. Happy Birthday and many more! – Leon & Sharon Hochman
Leonard Baruch Special Birthday – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Leonard Baruch’s 101st Birthday – The Ben-Moche and Simtob Families

ANN ZUCKMAN MEMORIAL FUND
In honor of
Nancy Finkels special Birthday – Ralph Zuckman
in memory of
Michele Warner – Ralph Zuckman

DR. ROBERT TAM VETERANS FUND
In memory of
Maxine Stoler – Elizabeth Tam
Marking the yahrzeit of
Sophia Simon, Joseph Simon, Sara Budnitzy & Lillie Tam – Elizabeth

FLOWERS SPONSORSHIP
In honor of
the aufruf of Anna Eisenberg & Asa Gotlieb – The Eisenberg Family
Gregg Orley’s 70th birthday – Emily, Jason, and Sadie Jacob and Ryan, Heidi, Joseph and Thea Orley
Lesley’s birthday – Julian & Lesley Kutinsky
In memory of
Roberta’s mother Esther Ellias – Paul & Roberta Ingber
Marking the yahrzeit of
Linda Serman and Elaine Serman – Bonnie Seligson and Jeffrey Serman
mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, Esther Sherman z”l – Larry & Joyce Sherman,
Jeffrey & Fanny Sherman, Michael Sherman, & Robin Lipsky & Linda Dembs & family

GUEST LECTURERS FUND
In honor of
Matthew Miller, on becoming president of CSZ – Jeff Hermann & Lynne Konstantin

HAZZAN DAVID PROPIS DISCRETIONARY FUND
In honor of
Maya Weingarden’s bat mitzvah – Randee Lipman

HERMAN BRODSKY MEMORIAL FUND
In honor of
Helene Brody’s Special Birthday – David & Ann Rosenberg
the birth of David and Karen Propis’s new grandson – David & Ann Rosenberg
In memory of
Bryna Frank – David & Ann Rosenberg
Audrey Goldberg, mother of Mark Goldberg – David & Ann Rosenberg
Dr Mitchell Myerson, husband of Karen Myerson – David & Ann Rosenberg
Geraldine Lazare – David & Ann Rosenberg
Marking the yahrzeit of
my Zaydah, Jacob Brodsky – David & Ann Rosenberg

HIGH HOLY DAYS APPEAL
From Lawrence & Susan Oleinick
In appreciation of
Rosh Hashanah Aliyah – Neil Zechman
Marking the yahrzeit of
Herman Ozrovitz – Janice Kay

IRVING & BEVERLY LAKER CONCERT FUND
In memory of
Sandra Nathanson – Elaine & Gerald Laker
Marking the yahrzeit of
beloved mother Sarah Laker – Gerald & Elaine Laker

JACOBS & KOSS SUNSHINE FUND FOR GROWING JEWISH JOY
in memory of
Joey Katkowsky. May Joey’s memory forever be a blessing – Rich and Elyse Jacobs
Maxine Stoler, beloved mom and grandma – Rich and Elyse Jacobs
Steven Jay Koss – Richard & Elyse Jacobs
Mazel tov to
Evelyn & fred Freeman’s Special Anniversary! – Rich and Elyse Jacobs
Elaine & Jerry Laker celebrating you 65th Anniversary of – Elyse & Richard Jacobs
Ezra Ashkenazi on becoming a Bar Mitzvah – Elyse and Rich Jacobs
Happy, healthy & fabulous 75th birthday to Paul Ingber – Richard & Elyse Jacobs
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
Jen Rube, Warmest wishes for your good health! – Richard & Elyse Jacobs

KIDDUSH/LUNCH SPONSORSHIP
in honor of
Arnold Gartner’s 80th birthday – Gartner Family
Gregg Orley’s 70th birthday – Harriet Orley
Leonard Baruch’s 101st Birthday – Mark & Miriam Goldberg
Neil Satovsky’s Birthday – Joan Satovsky
Our anniversary – Sandy & Joseph Gruca
In memory of
Lea & Walter Field; and Franklin Siden – Harriet Siden & Irwin & Helgard Field
Marking the yahrzeit of
Esther Sherman z’l – Edward Sherman
Regina Salama – Joseph & Rita Salama
Don Simon – Lewis Wagner

KIM LEVIN SISTERHOOD MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
Shirley Levin – Bradley & Sherry Levin
Shirley Levin – Murray Levin

LIBRARY FUND
In memory of
Aiden Jack Merzin – Lauren Elkus

MORNING MINYAN FUND
In honor of
Ezra Ashkenazi’s bar-mitzvah – Alaine & Ronnie Ashkenazi
Saul A. Rube’s special Birthday – Dottie & Don Wagner
Lesley Kutinsky’s birthday and – Julian & Lesley Kutinsky
Our anniversary – Mitchell and Carolyn Simmer
The Special Birthday of Saul Rube – Neil Zechman
Anna & Yale Levin’s 60th wedding anniversary – Phyllis & Steve Strome
Maya Weingarden’s Bat Mitzvah – Randee Lipman
David Wallace’s Special Birthday – Steven & Faye Adelson
David & Barbara Wallace’s 45th Anniversary – Steven & Faye Adelson
Jules Olsman’s happiest 70th Birthday – Judy & Bill Stern
In memory of
Irene Goodman, marking the end of Shloshim – Lesley Kutinsky
Dororthy Tessler – Carol Sue & Stephen Coden
Maurice Coden – Carol Sue & Stephen Coden
Sherry Medsker – Carol Sue & Stephen Coden
Lisa Morgan – Steven & Faye Adelson
Roslyn Silber Fletcher, marking the end of Shloshim – Leo Silber
Marking the yahrzeit of
beloved father Marvin Finkel – Barbara Flayer
beloved mother Shirley Victor Finkel – Barbara Flayer
beloved husband Alexander S. Karp – Gabriella Karp
Hana Silber – Leo Silber
Minnie & Samuel Simmer – Mitchell & Carolyn Simmer

PLAYGROUND FUND
In memory of
Aiden Jack Merzin – Lawrence & Jacqueline Elkus
Marking the yahrzeit of
my mother, Estelle Worona – Linda Silverstein

RABBI AARON STARR DISCRETIONARY FUND
From Jeff & Christina
In appreciation of
Rabbi Starr. Thank you for your kindness and wisdom. – Jacob Rashty and Jasmine Madoun
Pulpit honors on our anniversary – Owen & Sheila Perlman
In honor of
Simon’s Brit Milah – Daniel & Tori Cohen
Anna & Yale Levin’s 60th Wedding Anniversary – Marcee Clemens
Maya Weingarden’s Bat Mitzvah – Randee Lipman

RABBI YONI DAHLEN DISCRETIONARY FUND
From Jeff & Christina
In honor of
Maya Weingarden’s Bat Mitzvah – Randee Lipman

SHABBAT LUNCH FUND
In honor of
Heléne & Marvin Cherrin who were married 60 years ago in Mälmo, Sweden. Happy Anniversary! With love and admiration – Reneé & Craig Erlich
Marking the yahrzeit of
Ida Hillman McClintock – Gary & Barbara Eisenberg
Glorya Traute, Louis Abromovich, Herman Ozrovitz & Anna Ozrovitz – Hershel & Marsha Cohen
beloved father Sam Green & beloved brother Jack Green – Philip & Estelle Elkus
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
Marvin Cherrin – Alice & Richard Silbergleit and Cynthia Klain

SHABBAT SPONSORSHIP
Marking the yahrzeit of
Toby Sakat Baskin – Rob Sakat & Suzanne Chesney
Mae Schwartz, Samuel Schwartz and Lawrence Schwartz – Ronna Ross

SHIVA SUPPORT FUND
In appreciation of
For my shabbat Aaliyah – Andrea Laker

SISTERHOOD GENERAL FUND
From Jessica & Ritchie
In honor of
Maryanne Murawski’s birthday . wishing you the best Birthday ever! – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
Ilana & Adam Block Anniversary. Have many many more! – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
Leonard Baruch 101st Birthday. Happy Happy Birthday! – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
Steven Margolin – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
In memory of
Lillian Goodman sorry for your loss – Anita & Bob Naftaly
Diane Scholnick – Ronna Ross
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
Joan Brode. – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin

TGIS DINNERS
In honor of
the 75th birthday of Karen Katz – Lawrence Katz

YOUTH PROGRAMS
In honor of
Brooklyn Leib becoming a Bat Mitzvah – Rosalie Rosen

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.