May 2024 Tributes

ADULT EDUCATION FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Harold Ellias, father of Roberta Ingber – Paul & Roberta

ANN & LEONARD P. BARUCH TZEDAKAH FUND
In appreciation of
   Steve and Barbara Tromsteim and your special and generous gift – Ann and Leonard Baruch
In honor of
   Norman Beitner’s special birthday – Ann and Leonard Baruch
   Alan Schwartz being honored as one of 8 over 80 – Leonard & Ann Baruch
   Mitch Simmer’s birthday – Ann and Leonard Baruch
Mazel tov
   To Steve and Barbara Tronstein on a very happy 48th Anniversary – Ann and Leonard Baruch
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
   Philip and Estell Eklus – Leonard & Ann Baruch

DR. ROBERT TAM VETERANS FUND
In memory of
   Marvin Daitch – Elizabeth Tam

EDUCATION FUND
In memory of
   Marvin Daitch – Candy & David Cuttner

FLOWERS SPONSORSHIP
In honor of
   Sisterhood Shabbat – Barbara Heller
   Sisterhood Shabbat – Emma & Michael Zerkel
   my 85th Birthday – Judith Blumeno
   Robin Beth Lash and Sisterhood Shabbat – Marilyn Schakne
   Kari and Eddie Alterman’s 25th wedding anniversary – Roberta Grosinger
   Eddie and Kari Alterman’s 25th wedding anniversary – Sharon and Mickey Alterman
   The Bar Mitzvah of Asher Zekman – Scotti McCarthy
   the baby naming of Zoe Lipton – Sharon & Jeffrey Lipton and Rhonda & Jerry Byer
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Jack Sherman – Edward Sherman
   My father Harry Shuman – Marjorie Saulson
   Harold Ellias, father of Roberta Ingber – Paul & Roberta Ingber
   Dorothy Davidson Gerson – Ralph & Erica Gerson

GENERAL FUND
   From Carissa McNellen
   From Jason & Cynthia Weintraub
   From Steven & Beth Margolin
In appreciation of
   my Aliyah on Passover – Richard Cavaler
In honor of
   Mother’s Day – Carol & Edward Levin
   Beth & Earle Erman’s grandson Charlie’s Bar Mitzvah – Marc & Ellen Whitfield
   Alice Silbergleit’s award from the Michigan Speech Language and Hearing Association –
   Richard & Eileen Polk
   Helene Cherrin’s special day – Suzy Curtis
In memory of
   Marvin Daitch – Betty Blase
   Gerald Rosen and Scott Rosen – Gerald & Karen Shiener
   Yetta Shiener and Phillip Shiener – Gerald & Karen Shiener
   Andrea Page – Jason & Julie Page
   Violet Jacob We are very sorry for your loss -Joni and Neil Satovsky
   Marvin Daitch – Paul & Roberta Ingber
   Marvin Daitch, dear brother of Harold and Cynthia Daitch – Ronna Ross
   Leslie Gayle Herschfus – Susan Harold
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Jack Lazar – Barbara Hoffman
   Estell Wainer – Debrah Warner
   Abraham Kusnetz – Harold Kusnetz
   Jeffery Siegel – Harry Siegel & Mindy Salzberg-Siegel
  Milton Berry – Henry Berry & Jessica Rhodes
   Barbara Eber Michel – Steven & Beth Margolin
Mazel tov
   To Susan and Jeff Klein on the birth of their first grandson – Paul & Roberta Ingber

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

HAZZAN DAVID PROPIS DISCRETIONARY FUND
In honor of
   your new granddaughter, Daniella Charlotte Feeney. – Beverly Baker and Dr. Edward Treisman
   the Propis’ new granddaughter, Dani – Louis & Paula Glazier
   the birth of the Propis’s granddaughter – Paul & Roberta Ingber
   the Propis’ new granddaughter – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
   on the birth of your grandchild – Richard & Gayle Burstein
Mazel tov
   on the birth of your newest grandchild – Andrea Laker
   on the birth of your new granddaughter – Dottie & Don Wagner
   on the birth of your newest granddaughter! – Helene Cherrin
   on the birth of your new granddaughter! – Sharon & Michael Alterman
   on the birth of your new granddaughter – Robert & Louise Horowitz

HERMAN BRODSKY MEMORIAL FUND
In honor of
   Jennifer and Saul Rube – Helene Brody
In memory of
   Dorothy Saperstine Sandberg – Jeffrey & Stacy Brodsky

JANET PONT MITZVAH FUND
In honor of
   Janet Pont’s special birthday – Sheldon & Barbara

KIDDUSH/LUNCH SPONSORSHIP
In honor of
   our 60th wedding anniversary – Gary & Barbara Eisenberg
   his birthday – Leo Silber
   Karol Chinitz’s special birthday – Mel, Debbie, Steve, Hope, Grace and Elly
   Neil chanting the Maftir and Haftarah. – Neil & Joan Satovsky
   Their 60th wedding anniversary – Paul & Carol Hooberman
   Helene Cherrin’s special birthday! – Sandi Tyner
    the baby naming of Zoe Lipton – Sharon & Jeffrey Lipton and Rhonda & Jerry Byer
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Tony Lee – Ilene Lee
   Lois Linden Nelson – Jan & Julie Nelson

KIM LEVIN SISTERHOOD MEMORIAL FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
   loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend Kim Levin. – Kenneth Levin

MEL & HELENE WALLACE FUND FOR HIGH SCHOOL RETREATS
In memory of
    Joel Kaplan – Lynne Levine

MEN’S CLUB
   From Helene Brody
   From Molly & Larry Heymont

MORNING MINYAN FUND
   From Jason & Cynthia Weintraub
In honor of
   Robert Zack on his 83rd Birthday – Bella and Paul Brookenthal
   Marlee & Jane College Graduation! – Dottie & Don Wagner
   Jim Starr’s last radiation treatment. – James & Mary Starr
   The Propis’s new granddaughter Daniella. – Steven and Faye Adelson
   The Klein’s new grandson. Mazel Tov – Steven & Faye Adelson
In memory of
   Sandy Schwartz – Zina & Michael Kramer –
   Martin “Marty” Jacob – Elyse Jacob & Scott Bass
   Marvin Daitch with loving memories – Harriett & Fred Rosen
   Robert Alpiner – Neil & Joan Satovsky
   Marvin Daitch – Love, Sandy & Len Mege
   Lillian Fenster – Steven and Faye Adelson
   Joel Kaplan, brother of Barbara Wallace – Steven & Faye Adelson
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Maxwell Richter – Andrew Richter
   Michael Kleerekoper – Emma & Michael Zerkel
   Ignacz Karp – Gabriella Karp
   Chava Feldman – Michael Feldman
   Sylvia Kramer – Michael & Zina Kramer
   Paul Sherizen – Samuel & Susan Bernstein
   Jadyn Larky – Sheldon & Barbara Larky
   Dorothy Podolsky – Shirley Podolsky
   Renee Edelstein – Steven & Faye Adelson

RABBI AARON STARR DISCRETIONARY FUND
In appreciation of
   the baby naming of Brody Merzin. – Ian & Shelley Alexis
   Rebecca Starr’s kindness & generosity. James Labes – James
In honor of
   Helene Cherrin’s big birthday! – Claire Kretchmen
   Judith Rosenstock, PHD – receiving the Award from the National conference of Jewish Woman –
   Harvey Rosenstock
   my pulpit honor May 11,2024 – Jeffrey & Barbara Shillman
In memory of
   Erwin Rubenstein my deepest sympathy – Helene Cherrin
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Gerson Bernstein – Harold & Penny Blumenstein
   beloved mother Leona Rosenstock – Harvey & Judith Rosenstock

RABBI YONI DAHLEN DISCRETIONARY FUND
In appreciation of
    the baby naming for Lucy Miller – Jonathan & Dana Miller

RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Miriam Simon Schwartz – Jessica Schwartz,
   Maxine Asnis and their families – Jessica Schwartz

RICHARD & KATHLEEN BROWN EDUCATION RESOURCE FUND
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Lottie Sabin, Sanford Weiner, and Betty Weiner – Nison & Doreen Sabin

SHABBAT LUNCH FUND
In honor of
   The recent birth of Daniella Charlotte Feeney, daughter of Dena Propis and Sean Feeney – David & Karen Propis
   Larry Rockind’s very special 80th birthday – Ellyn and David Freedman
   Mel Chinitz’s 80th and a quarter birthday – Karen and Larry Katz
   Larry Rockind turning 80 years old – Marcia Freedman01
   Sharon Alterman being honored by 8 over 80 – Marcia Freedman
   Helene Cherrin’s 85th Birthday! – Michael Wolfe
   Donald & Dottie Wagner’s big big Birthdays!!! – Carol & Paul Hooberman
   The Bar Mitzvah of Asher Zekman – Richard & Esther Zekman
In memory of
   Vicki Lynn Heller – Andrea Laker
   Joel Kaplan – Denise & Fred Kalt
   Dr. Vicki Lynn Heller – Elizabeth Tam
   Joyce Elnora Synder Rabideau – Lawrence & Karen Katz
   Eva Heinick – Lenore Mitteldorf
Mazel tov
   to Kari and Eddie Alterman on your 25th Anniversary – Marcia Freedman
   to Kari and Eddie Alterman on your 25th anniversary! – Sheri & Steve Greenbaum
Wishing a complete and speedy recovery to
   Ann Baruch – Beverly Baker & Dr. Edward Treisman
   George Blum – Beverly Baker & Dr. Edward Treisman
   Ann Baruch, hoping you mend quickly – Melvin & Karol Chinitz

SHABBAT SPONSORSHIP
In honor of
   Sisterhood Shabbat – Sisterhood Immediate past Co-presidents Ilana Ben-Ze’ev & Brenda
   Cynthia Klain’s special birthday – Alice & Richard Silbergleit, Dr. Elliott & Elaine Klain and Eileen & Richard Polk
   Gavin Co’s graduation with honors from Bloomfield Hills High School – Jon & Stephanie Co
   Asher Zekman becoming a Bar Mitzvah – Richard & Esther Zekman
Marking the yahrzeit of
   Borbala Lugosi – Gabriella Karp

SISTERHOOD GENERAL FUND
In honor of
   Alan S. Schwartz – Michael Indenbaum
Mazel tov
   on Cooper Ingber becoming bat mitzvah – Pam & David Jacob

TZEDEKAH FUND
In memory of
   1Ron Coden, may his memory always be for a blessing – Max & Ilona Fynke

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.