April 2025 Tributes

ADULT EDUCATION FUND
In appreciation of
Jennifer and Saul Rube’s lovely Passover/Shabbat luncheon – Soozee Alterman
Mazel tov
to Barbara and Sheldon Larky on their 60th anniversary – Barbara & Peter Stein

ANN ZUCKMAN MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
Ari Reis – Jeffrey & Sara Rothenberg

BELLE & MAURICE SIDEN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
Maurice Siden – Lawrence Siden

BETTY FISHMAN FUND
In memory of
Ari Reis – Jeri & Steven Fishman
Spencer Minns – Jeri & Steven Fishman

BUILDING FUND
In memory of
   Didi Wainess – Owen & Sheila Perlman

CSZ VILLAGE DONATIONS
In memory of
Rhoda Chester – Apryl Gassman

EDUCATION FUND
In honor of
Steve Weisberg. Thank you for your generosity and kindness – Jonathon Koenigsberg
In memory of
Ari Reis – Cookie Lachover
Rhoda Chester – Scott & Naomi Laker

FLOWERS SPONSORSHIP
Marking the yahrzeit of
Leo Frank and Aba Makowsky – Beverly Frank
Harry Shuman – Marjorie Saulson
Florence Corn Shuman – Marjorie Saulson
beloved husband and father, Acher Ben-Moche – The Ben-Moche / Simtob Family

GAIL & LOUIS PARR MEMORIAL FUND
In honor of
Elliott Parr’s very special 80th birthday – Judy & Irving Blau

GENERAL FUND
In honor of
Rose Wagner’s 100th Birthday – Anna Fein
Barbara and Sheldon Larky, Mazel tov on 60 blissful years together. – Heidi & Melvin Turbow
Adam Block’s 40th birthday! – Jordan & Lauren Acker
Steven Weisberg’s very special birthday – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Barbara and Sheldon Larky’s 60th wedding anniversary. Mazel tov!! – Beth and Steve Margolin
Meredith Dahlen’s special birthday. Mazel tov! – Beth and Steve Margolin
In memory of
Our son, Andrew Greenfield. – Allen & Joan Greenfield
Rhoda Chester – Esther & Carlito Young
Michael Kramer – Gary & Barbara Eisenberg
Andrea Page – Jason & Julie Page
Leon Silber – Jerry Lane
Michael Kramer – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Marking the yahrzeit of
Her dear husband, Eugene Zweig – Barbara Zweig
Milford T. Lewis – Melvy Lewis
Mazel tov
To Marjorie Saulson on your 85th birthday – Barbara & Paul Goodman
To Barbara and Sheldon Larky on your 60th Wedding anniversary – Joni and Neil Satovsky
To Barbara and Sheldon Larky on their 60th anniversary. – Susan & Merrill Gordon

HAZZAN DAVID PROPIS DISCRETIONARY FUND
In memory of
Rhoda Chester – Scott & Naomi Laker

HERMAN BRODSKY MEMORIAL FUND
Marking the first yahrzeit of
Dina Brodsky–beloved mother, Grandma Dina, and Bubbie Dina – Helene Brody
Marking the yahrzeit of
Louis Konikof – Jeffrey & Stacy

I. MATTHEW MILLER MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
I. Matthew Miller – Alaine & Ronnie Ashkenazi
Marking the yahrzeit of
Philip Meizels – Carol Meizels

IRVING & BEVERLY LAKER CONCERT FUND
In honor of
Jerry Laker’s 90th birthday – Alvin & Aurelia Michaels
Jerry’s very special 90th birthday – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
Jerry Laker’s very special birthday – Gloria & Milton Siegel
Dr. Gerald Laker’s 90th birthday – Suzy & Freddie Weiner and Karen Marx
In memory of
Rhoda Chester – Andrea Laker
Rhoda Chester, beloved mother – Elaine and Jerry Laker
Marking the yahrzeit of
Harry Laker – Jerry, Elaine, and the Laker Family
Mazel tov
To Dr. Jerry Laker on his 90th birthday – Rhoda Medow

KIDDUSH/LUNCH SPONSORSHIP
In honor of
Issac & Mollie’s aufruf – Danny & Lisa Kurzman
Sisterhood Shabbat – Jeffrey & Fanny Sherman

MEL & HELENE WALLACE FUND FOR HIGH SCHOOL RETREATS
In appreciation of
David & Barbara Wallace, Thank You – Steven & Faye Adelson

MEN’S CLUB
From Gary & Johnie Galens
From Helene Brody
From Richard & Elyse Jacobs
From Steven & Beth Margolin
In appreciation of
the Yom HaShoah Candle – Linda & Rick Cohen
Marking the yahrzeit of
George V. Leib – Joel & Barbara Leib

MORNING MINYAN FUND
Enhanced Minyan Breakfast Sponsorship
marking the yahrzeit of Regina Gruca – Margie & Jim Starr and Sandy & Joe Gruca
In appreciation of
Jennifer and Saul Rube’s holiday hospitality – Melvin & Karol Chinitz
pulpit honors – Owen & Sheila Perlman
In honor of
Jim Starr’s 75th birthday – The Starr Family
In memory of
Rhoda Chester – Emma & Michael Zerkel
Marking the yahrzeit of
Ruben Himelhoch – Anna Himelhoch
Paul Sherizen – Susan and Sam Gun and Family
Mazel tov
to Barbara and Sheldon Larky on the 60th wedding anniversary. – Anna Himelhoch

PESACH SEDER DONATIONS
From Adam & Mariel Martin
From Avram & Chunyan Zallen
From Barbara Levitt
From Daniel & Joanne Aronovitz
From Gary & Barbara Eisenberg
From Harriet Siden
From Jeffrey & Sharon Lipton
From Jennifer Teper
From Jeri & Steven Fishman
From Kermit & Marilyn Dahlen
From Michael & Barbara Horowitz
From Molly & Larry Heymont
From Paul & Linda Gold
From Peter & Mireille Plotke
From Richard & Susan Lezell
From Robert & Jodi Goodman
From Steven & Beth Margolin
From Susan Sills
General Donation
because Rabbi Dahlen asked for help – Paul & Carol Hooberman
In appreciation of
bimah honor – Shelly Allyn Podolsky

RABBI AARON STARR DISCRETIONARY FUND
From Jason & Cynthia
General Donation
Selling Chametz – Ralph Zuckman
In appreciation of
Starr Family holiday hospitality – Melvin & Karol Chinitz
In memory of
Carol M. Line Yahrzeit – James & Betty Line
Rhoda Chester – Scott & Naomi Laker
Marking the yahrzeit of
Arnold Rosenstock – Harvey & Judith Rosenstock
Frances Shaw – Patricia Shaw
Mazel tov
To Barbara and Sheldon Larky on their 60th Wedding anniversary – Mari & Sheldon Kaftan

RABBI YONI DAHLEN DISCRETIONARY FUND
Mazel tov
To Barbara and Sheldon Larky on their 60th Wedding Anniversary! Heléne Cherrin

SHABBAT LUNCH FUND
In honor of
Beverly Baker – Harriet F. Side
Your special anniversary. Mazel tov on this wonderful occasion. – Melvin & Karol
In memory of
beloved Mother, Lenore Kaplan – Robert & Judith Sternberg
Marking the yahrzeit of
Irma Mogill. With Love, Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
Mazel tov
to Barbara and Sheldon Larky on their 60th wedding anniversary – Rhoda Medow
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
Susan and Richard Lezell – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin

SISTERHOOD GENERAL FUND
In honor of
Marjorie Saulson’s special birthday! – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
Beverly Baker’s special birthday! Love, Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin
Lita Zemmol’s 90th Birthday – Beverly Baker & Dr. Edward Treisman
Marking the yahrzeit of
Kim Levin – Barbara Zack & Norman Rubin

TZEDEKAH FUND
In appreciation of
Anna and Yale Levin – Corrine and Jon Merksamer
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
Michael Thomas – Jessica & Ritchie Frijas

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.