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Together We Remember: Shloshim List

Together We Remember: Shloshim List

Our hearts go out to those families in the Shloshim period for:

EILEEN HOBERMAN – Beloved wife of the late Paul Hoberman; mother of Fern (Brian) Kepes and Steve (Cheryl) Hoberman; grandmother of Lauren (Adam) Rubin, Max (Carly) Kepes, Heather (Brandon) Leopold, Danielle (Levi) Bieda, and Sarah Hoberman; great-grandmother of Abraham Rubin, Wallace Rubin, and Hannah Bieda; sister of Morrise (Sandy) Kent, Marion (the late Warren) Wolfe; daughter of the late Fannie and the late Arthur Kent, and the late Dora Kent.

ABRAHAM GONTOVNIK – Beloved husband of Raya Goldenberg; father of Eitan (Cristina Guzman) Gontovnik and Tamar (Steven Greenman) Gontovnik; grandfather of Gabriel Greenman, Noah Greenman, Coby Greenman, Rafael Gontovnik, and Paula Gontovnik; brother to the late Yerachmiel Gontovnik.

LOIS LEVINE – loving mother of Lauren Bendix (Stuart Cykiert), Dr. Robert (Michele) Levine, and Douglas (Ronna) Levine; grandmother of Brooke (Jamie) Frankel, Dr. Scott (Shira) Bendix, Jason (Jessica) Bendix, Matthew Bendix, Alysa Levine (Dr. Seth Feldman), Daniel (Mara) Levine, Allison (Jace) Gittleman, and Jessica Levine; great-grandmother of Stella Gittleman; sister of Carol (Paul) Hooberman and the late Robert Ernstein; wife of the late Seymour Levine; daughter of the late Sadie and Abe Ernstein; mother-in-law of the late Dr. Stephen Bendix.

BENJAMIN SIEGAL – Beloved husband of Ethel Siegal; father of the late Michele (David) Colburn, Denise (Jeffrey) Fleischman and Susan (David Rosenfeld) Siegal; grandfather of Elyse (Jeff) Ellman, Erica (Calvin) Rowe, Jenifer (Billy) Schoenbach, Amanda (Josh) Kellerman, Jenna (Jeremy) Kirschner, and Nicole (Paul) Stanley; great-grandfather of Brody, Connor, and Brooks Ellman, Mara and Lucas Schoenbach, Ivy, Amelia and Reid Kellerman, Noa and Demi Kirschner, and Remi Stanley; son of the late Lillian and Joseph Siegal.

JUDITH STEIN MICHNOFF – Daughter of the late Morris and Miriam (Bass) Stein; wife of the late Dr. Donald Michnoff; mother of Doug (Jeri) Vikser, Dana (Rick) Loewenstein, and Brette Vikser; grandmother of Alex (Jessie) Loewenstein, Jeremy Loewenstein, Jessica Vikser, and Corey Vikser; sister of the late Elaine (Paul) Richman and Beverly (the late Frank) Blas. She was pre-deceased by her former husband and father of her children, Jerome Vikser; aunt of Andy (Steve) Migdal, Reid Kay, Tammy (Mark) Nessel, Keith Kay, Jamie (Lowell Rush) Richman, Kathy (Max) Alcalay, Elise (Danny) VanDerReis and many loving grand nieces and nephews.

ESFIR LUPAN – Beloved wife of Naum Layer; mother of Boris Ekemchik, the late Miriam “Marina” Lupyan, Andrey Layer and Pavel Layer; grandmother of many dear grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

MORRIS “MORRY” BEDNARSH – Beloved husband of Marcia Bednarsh; father of Marcella (Stephen) Koffler, Mitchell (Glenda) Bednarsh and Cherna Bednarsh; grandfather of Nicholas Koffler, Kayla Koffler, Seth Koffler and Matthew Bednarsh; brother of Jeanette (the late Seymour) Weissman, Alan (Rita) Bednarsh, Devorah (the late Michael) Cohen, Helene (Donald Slovin) Bednarsh and the late Robert Weinbaum.

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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.