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.