April 2026 Tributes

ANN ZUCKMAN MEMORIAL FUND
Mazel tov to
Jack Rothenberg for becoming a Bar Mitzvah – Karen Kaiz & Steve Schasfel

CSZ VILLAGE DONATIONS
Marking the yahrzeit of
Miriam Ruth Goldstein, beloved mother – Janice Wanetick

DR. ROBERT TAM VETERANS FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
Markus S.Simon, Samuel M.J Simon, Joseph Budnitzky – Elizabeth Tam

EDUCATION FUND
Mazel tov
To Jack Rothenber on becoming a Bar Mitzvah – Cillia Kleiman

FLOWERS SPONSORSHIP
In celebration of
our Eema and Abba’s 25th wedding anniversary – Caleb Starr and Ayal Starr
Marking the yahrzeit of
Florence Corn Shuman, beloved mother – Marjorie Saulson
Harry Shuman, beloved father – Marjorie Saulson
Mollie Ingber – Paul & Roberta Ingber
Men’s Club Past President George Parzen – Steven & Susan Parzen

GENERAL FUND
From Cindy Schuval
From Eliyahu Heifetz
In appreciation of
Pulpit honors and continuing to be a place that is warm and welcoming – Daniel & Joanne Aronovitz
In memory of
Milton Gordon – Alan Schwartz
Edward J. Lauria – Anita Naftaly
Ruth Waserman – Barbara Heller
Ethel Shapiro – Deena Canvasser
Catherine Shaffran – Gary Schwartz & Cindy Shaffran
Deborah Nelson. – Janice Stoneman
Marking the yahrzeit of
David Fishman – Alvin & Carol Fishman
Sophie Fishman – Alvin & Carol Fishman
Sophie Fishman. – Deena Fishman
Ruth Aftel – Kenneth Eisenberg

HAZZAN DAVID PROPIS DISCRETIONARY FUND
In celebration of
The Propis family’s newest member – Neil & Joan Satovsky
In honor of
Emily’s Bat Mitzvah – Susie & Mark Panza

HERMAN BRODSKY MEMORIAL FUND
In celebration of
Jeff Brodsky’s birthday – The Frieder Family
Jeffrey Brodsky’s 70th birthday – Beth and Steve Margolin
In honor of
Jeff Brodsky’s big birthday – Elyce & Scott Goldstein
Ann Rosenberg’s special birthday! – Elyce & Scott Goldstein
Lillian Rose Brody becoming a Bat Mitzvah! – Helene Brody
Lillian Brody Bat Mitzvah. Mazel Tov on this special occasion – Judy & William Stern

I. MATTHEW MILLER MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
Harold Goodman – Stephanie, Alex and Jacob Miller
Ethel Shapiro – Stephanie, Alex and Jacob Miller
Dr. Milton Gordon – Stephanie, Alex and Jacob Miller

KIDDUSH/LUNCH SPONSORSHIP
In celebration of
Rabbi Aaron and Rebecca Starr’s 25th Anniversary – The Starr and Line Families
In honor of
the aufruf of David Oleinick and Amie Fullett – Lawrence & Susan Oleinick
In memory of
Joseph Orley on his 10th yahrzeit – Joy & Allen Nachman, Melissa & Larry Lax, Harriet & Gregg Orley, Marci and Rob Orley
Marking the yahrzeit of
Harry I. Laker, beloved father – Dr. Gerald Laker & Martin Laker
Sander Hillman – Gary & Barbara Eisenberg
Tony Lee, beloved husband and father – Ilene Lee and Family
Miriam Tyba Couf and Anne Novack Cohen – Karen Couf-Cohen & Gerald Cohen

KIM LEVIN SISTERHOOD MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
Susan Aidem Greenblatt – Kenneth Levin

LOIS & HARRY NELSON FAMILY FUND
In memory of
Marvin Aronovitz – Jan Klein & Julie Nelson Klein
Betty Adell – Jan Klein & Julie Nelson Klein
Connie Sklar – Jan Klein & Julie Nelson Klein

MEL & HELENE WALLACE FUND FOR HIGH SCHOOL RETREATS
In celebration of
Faye and Steven Adelson’s new grandson, Shiloh Rai Adelson – David & Barbara Wallace
In memory of
Ethel Shapiro – Barbara & David Wallace

MEN’S CLUB
From Alan Schwartz
From Marvin Milch
From Steven & Beth Margolin
In memory of
Rose Gelberman and Joe Gelberman – Ilene Lee
Sylvia & Harold Perlman – Zina Kramer

MORNING MINYAN FUND
From Richard Edelman
In honor of
Jennifer and Saul Rube – Beverly Baker and Dr. Edward Treisman
Steven Adelson reading the Torah – Bonnie & Mark Kowalsky
In memory of
Mitchell Simmer – Alan Goldstein & Megan Gormley
Jacqueline Wedes – David & Gail Amster
Rosalind Lax – Dottie & Donald Wagner
Lyle Parr – Jordan Parr
Ethel Shapiro – Kathleen and Dr. Richard Brown
Lynn Satovsky Rubin, marking the end of shloshim – Neil & Joan Satovsky
Rhoda Chester – Scott & Naomi Laker
Jadyn Larky – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Marking the yahrzeit of
Michael Kleerekoper, beloved father – Emma & Michael Zerkel
Borbala Lugosi, Mariska Karp and Martha Karp – Gabriella Karp
Ignacz Karp – Gabriella Karp
Claire Grosberg, beloved mother – Ilene Lee
Dee Brode, beloved mother – Larry & Lori Garon
Rols Lanzkron, beloved father – Lisa & Frank Lanzkron-Tamarazo
Rosalind Zuckman – Ralph Zuckman
Mildred Fox – Renee Sherman
Paul Scherizen, beloved father – Samuel & Susan Bernstein
Renee Edelstein – Steven & Faye Adelson
Mazel tov
To Steven and Faye Adelson on becoming grandparents! – Bruce & Tamara Gorosh
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
Joel Ben-Moshe – Steven & Faye Adelson

RABBI AARON STARR DISCRETIONARY FUND
In appreciation of
Rabbi Aaron Starr being such an awesome Rabbi! – Stephanie Sage & Jon Co
In honor of
Emily’s Bat Mitzvah – Susie & Mark Panza
In memory of
Milton Gordon – Gary & Barbara Eisenberg
Julius Zalenko, beloved grandfather – Janice Wanetick
Miriam Ruth Goldstein, beloved mother – Janice Wanetick

RABBI YONI DAHLEN DISCRETIONARY FUND
In appreciation of
Rabbi Dahlen’s modern translation of Eishet Chayil – Beth & Steven Margolin
In honor of
Stephen Korn in appreciation of your Men’s Club leadership – Allen & Amy Olender
Emily’s Bat Mitzvah – Susie & Mark Panza

SECURITY CONTRIBUTIONS
From Alice & Richard Silbergleit
From Carol Sole
From Jeffrey & Barbara Shillman
From Larry & Joyce Sherman
From Lawrence & Hilary Handler
From Noelle & Kelcie Ferrara-Gerson
From Rachel Orbach
From Richard & Elyse Jacobs
From Robert & Judith Sternberg
From Robert & Rebecca Cherrin
From Robert & Stefanie Dekker
From Steven & Faye Adelson
From Stewart & Cheryl Weiner
In appreciation of
Ken Gold and the Security Committee’s dedicated work – David & Lily Broner
In gratitude for
The birth of Lainey Propis – Hazzan David & Karen Propis
Marking the yahrzeit of
Milton Berry – Hank Berry
Francis Shaw – Patricia Shaw

SHABBAT LUNCH FUND
In honor of
Mel and Karol Chinitz’s 60th Anniversary – Karen and Larry Katz
In memory of
Ethel Shapiro – Carol & Paul Hooberman
Harold Katzman – Robert & Judith Sternberg
Kenneth Abrahams – Judith & Robert Sternberg

SISTERHOOD GENERAL FUND
In memory of
Dr. Nathan Dorman – Mark & Brenda Pensler
Leonard Baruch – Mark & Brenda Pensler

TIMELY TORAH SPONSORS
Marking the yahrzeit of
Mollie Ingber – Paul & Roberta Ingber

TZEDEKAH FUND
From Joshua Foster Tucker
In appreciation of
Anna and Yale Levin – Corrine and Jon Merksamer

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.