January 2024 Tributes

ABE & BEA KATZMAN CAMP RAMAH FUND
In memory of
  Sherry Najman So sorry to hear of Sherry’s passing – Judie Blumeno

ADULT EDUCATION FUND
In honor of 
   his upcoming wedding – Erez Levanon
In memory of
  Esther Rube z’l on her 17th yahrzeit – Saul A. & Jennifer

ANN & LEONARD P. BARUCH TZEDAKAH FUND
In appreciation of
  Rabbi Starr’s book. It is bringing me such nachas to read it – Leonard & Ann Baruch
In honor of
  Rabbi Dahlen’s sermon. Truer words were never said – Leonard & Ann Baruch
  Michael & Sharon Alterman’s 60th anniversary – Leonard & Ann Baruch
In memory of
  David Frank, we’re thinking of you – Leonard & Ann Baruch
Mazel tov
  on the engagement of Brad Snider & Edie Feinstein! – Baruch Family

ANN ZUCKMAN MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
  Stuart Rubinstein’s mother – Ralph

BELLE & HAROLD KUKES MEMORIAL FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Belle & Harold Kukes – Barbara & D. Michael Kratchman

BETTY FISHMAN FUND
In honor of
  Mel Chinitz’s 80th Birthday – Steven & Jeri Fishman

BUILDING FUND
In honor of
  Penny and Harold Blumenstein’s 65th Anniversary – Bluma Schechter
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Charles “Chuck” Perlman – Owen & Sheila Perlman

CHANUKAH CAMPAIGN
In honor of
  Hallel – Gerald & Frances Uzansky

FLOWERS SPONSORSHIP
In honor of
  the 60th wedding anniversary of Sharon & Mickey Alterman – Edward & Kari Alterman
  the aufruf of Rina Edelson & Andrew Nathanson – Leora Bar-Levav
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Rose Diem – Mark & Karen Diem
  Ann E. Zuckman – Ralph Zuckman
  Lawrence Jonas, Albert Dworkin and Solomon Jonas – Shirley Jonas

GENERAL FUND
In appreciation of
  Shaarey Zedek – Barbara Hoffman
In honor of
  Arielle and Eli’s B’nai Mitzvah – Harry Siegel & Mindy Salzberg-Siegel
In memory of
  Sheldon Goldman – Alan Schwartz
  David Frank – George & Helen Kerwin
  Mollie Stein – Richard Cavaler
  Sherry Najman. Our condolences on your loss – Randee Lipman and Brooke Weingarden
  Sherrell Najman – Richard Cavaler
  Sherry Najman, May her memory forever be a blessing – Susan Kozik Klein & Jeffrey Klein
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Nathan Rubenstein – Erwin & Judith Rubenstein
  Sarah Kerwin – George & Helen Kerwin
  Jack Erman – Melvy Erman

GOLDIE & RABBI MORRIS ADLER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
In memory of
  Nettie Deutch – Deena Fishman

HAZZAN DAVID PROPIS DISCRETIONARY FUND
In memory of
  Sherry Najman – Carol Sue & Stephen
  Sherry Najman. Our condolences on your loss – Jerry, Rena and Heather Cohen
  Sherry Najman. Condolences – Robin, Larry and Yale Lash

HIGH HOLY DAYS APPEAL
In memory of
  Sherry Najman – Ronna Ross

ILENE NEMER MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of
  Garry Kappy, beloved father and grandfather – Rosalind and Larry Nemer
  Rachel Siegel, beloved wife, mother and grandmother – Larry and Rosalind Nemer
  David Frank – Rosalind and Larry Nemer

IRVING & BEVERLY LAKER CONCERT FUND
Mazel tov
  Barbara Zack on your grandchildren’s B’nai Mitzvah – Gerald & Elaine Laker

JACOBS & KOSS SUNSHINE FUND FOR GROWING JEWISH JOY
In honor of
  the B’nai Mitzvah of Ariella Rae Katz & Eli Zack Katz – Richard & Elyse Jacobs
Marking the yahrzeit of
  my beloved Pops, David Radin – Richard & Elyse Jacobs
Mazel tov
  on Special Birthday of Mel Chinitz – Richard & Elyse Jacobs

KIDDUSH/LUNCH SPONSORSHIP
In honor of
  the aufruf of Rina Edelson & Andrew Nathanson – Leora
  my 80th birthday – Pamela Torraco
  the baby naming of their daughter Miriam – Rebecca & Kevin Yavno
Marking the yahrzeit of
  his beloved wife Cindi Wagner – Lewis Wagner

LEE AND GERSON BERNSTEIN CHAPEL FUND
In honor of
  the 65th wedding anniversary of Penny & Harold Blumenstein – David & Stephanie Bernstein

MEL & HELENE WALLACE FUND FOR HIGH SCHOOL RETREATS
In memory of
  David Frank – David & Barbara Wallace
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Esther Siegel and Charles Siegel – Norman Orr & Judith Siegel-Orr

MEN’S CLUB
  Thank you for the Mezuzah’s for my children. – Ronald & Cheryl Stern

MORNING MINYAN FUND
  From Emma & Michael
In appreciation of
  the wonderful individuals who carry the minyan for all of us throughout the year – Julian & Lesley Kutinsky
  Caryn Rothenberg – Steven & Faye Adelson
In honor of
  Robert Kaplan’s special birthday – Steven & Faye Adelson
In memory of
  Sherry Najman with our deepest sympathies – Don & Dottie Wagner
  Sheldon Goldman – Dottie & Donald Wagner
  David Frank sending deepest condolences – Helene Cherrin
Marking the yahrzeit of
  their mother Nellie Shek – Charles, Billy, & Mitchell Shek
  William Davidson – Ethan & Gretchen Davidson
  Joseph Langnas – Frieda Langnas, Alan Langnas, Lisa & Gary Langnas, Alayna & Michael Langas, and Susan & David Feber
  Jerry Starr – Jim Starr
  Wolf Gruca – Margie Starr & Joe Gruca
  Harry Slatkin – Neil & Joan Satovsky
  Agnes Klein, Leah bat Moshe v’Freidl z’l. – Ronald & Stacy Klein
  Rudy “Reuven” Yaakov Newman & Grandfather Eliezer Rosen – William & Natalie Newman

RABBI AARON STARR DISCRETIONARY FUND
  From Jessica & Ritchie Frijas
Marking the yahrzeit of
  beloved mother Virginia Hoffman – Merrill & Mark Saidman

RABBI YONI DAHLEN DISCRETIONARY FUND
  From Jessica & Ritchie
In honor of
  Jaime and Nick Israel’s baby shower – Donald & Janet Schenk

REUBIN & YETTA DUBRINSKY EDUCATION FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Blanche Siegel – Marvin & Innis Dubrinksy

SHAAREY ZEDEK CONCERT FUND
In memory of
  Sherry Najman. Sherry’s smile lit up the room – Paula and Lou Glazier

SHABBAT LUNCH FUND
  From Andrea Laker
  From Gladys & Larry Rockind
  From Helene Brody
  From Jessica & Ritchie Frijas
In honor of
  Mel Chinitz’s 80th birthday – Ronald & Ava Wagner
In memory of
  Karen Katz’s uncle, Sam De Stefanis – Melvin & Karol Chinitz
  Sheldon Goldman. Our deepest sympathies – Carol and Paul Hooberman
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Eva Heinick – Lenore Mitteldorf
  Saul Shepsol Saulson – Marjorie Saulson

TORAH MAINTENANCE FUND
  From Aaron & Molly Chernow
  From Alice & Richard Silbergleit
  From Art & Sue Ellen Berlin
  From Avram & Chunyan Zallen
  From Edward Sherman
  From Eileen Lachover
  From Gary & Barbara Eiseenberg
  From Gary & Gina Galin
  From Gregory & Alla Zlatopolsky
  From Helene Brody
  From Howard & Julianne Berlin
  From Janice Kay
  From Jefferey & Jodi Michaelson
  From Jodi Levin
  From Milton & Sheryl Gordon
  From Neal & Shirley Ann kruman
  From Norman & Ruth Beitner
  From Richard & Deborah Wallace
  From Robin Rosen
  From Sandra & Stanley Boykansky
  From Sarah & Marc Rosenstock
  From Steven & Beth Margolin
  From Susan Kozik Klein & Jeffrey Klein
  From Todd & Soozan Mendel
  From Tony & Karen Levin
In appreciation of
  Rabbi Starr’s wonderful work – Jan Berris
In honor of
  the Torah – Bruce & Lee Sack
  the Torah – Dottie & Donald Wagner
  the Torah – Firooz & Rana Banooni
  the Torah – Jerome & Rena Cohen
  the baby naming of their daughter Miriam – Rebecca & Kevin Yavno
  the Torah – Ronald & Stacy Klein
   the Torah – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
Marking the yahrzeit of
  Ethel & Morris Rosenberg – David & Ann Rosenberg
  Hilda Erman & Sam Lewis – Melvy Erman

TZEDEKAH FUND
  From Jessica & Ritchie

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.