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Krieger Schechter Day School
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October 16, 2016
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 Chag Sameach!
We wish everyone a joyous Sukkot.
Please enjoy
this video as you prepare for the holiday.
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News and Announcements
 Calling all Lulavim and Etrogim!
KSDS Students! If you have a
lulav/etrog at your house, please bring your
lulav/etrog to school
THIS Wednesday, October 19. Students may keep their
lulav/etrog in school from Wednesday through Friday, for using during school
minyan or
Sukkot activities this week.
Middle School Sukkot Field Trips this Week!
- Wednesday, October 19
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6th grade day trip to Pearlstone for
Sukkot programming. See FAQs
HERE for information about what to bring, wear, etc.
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Thursday, October 20
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6th grade walking
Sukkah hop to the Silverman
Sukkah - 8:50-10:25am (during Heb./Jud. periods). Since 6th graders will have worn their green KSDS polo shirts the day before, we ask that they wear regular green or white polo shirts today, with dress code bottoms.
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7th grade
Sukkah Sleepover - morning classes and then depart after lunch. Return on Friday 10/21 at Noon - parents should pick up 7th graders at Noon on Friday to go home (rest of school finishes at 3:30pm). See FAQs
HERE for detailed information. Be sure to bring, in addition to the linked packing list: closed toe shoes, long pants for hikes, refillable water bottles, and a backpack for carrying things while on the trails.
- 5th grade Sukkah Hop by bus - 1:30-3:10pm, during Heb./Jud. classes. Fifth graders should wear green KSDS field trip polo shirts and regular dress code bottoms to school that day.
Parent-Teacher Conference Sign-Up Instructions Coming Soon!
Individual parent-teacher conferences will take place on
Monday evening, November 7, from 6-9 pm, and on
Tuesday, November 8, from 8am-4pm. Instructions for signing up for your conferences with your children's teachers will be sent home via email next week.
The online scheduler will open to parents at 9pm on Wednesday, October 26.
 SCHOOL'S OUT! CAMP'S IN--Conference Day Fun!
Tuesday, November 8 from 8am-4pm; Registration Deadline is November 1
Cost: $40 per student; $75 per family maximum
This program is sponsored by The Associated's Center for Jewish Camping and the KSDS Athletics Department. Look
HERE for more details and register
HERE
. Space is limited.
 KSDS Athletics Spirit Wear Sweatshirts Are Now Available!
The order form can be found
HERE.
 November Lunch Order Period Closes THIS THURSDAY, October 20
We are continuing our partnership with
www.orderlunches.com
to process all of the hot lunch orders this year.To view an information sheet which details the instructions to register and order hot lunches,click HERE. The combo meal includes an entrée, vegetables, fresh fruit and beverage (milk on dairy days and juice on meat days; water is always available). On dairy days, you will be able to order an "entrée only." Beverages are available daily.
Please remember the order periods--we are not able to accept late orders. Each order period will open on the 5th, and close on the 20th, of the month prior to the month for which you are ordering.
Information about Salad Bar for MS students can be found
HERE.
Middle School "Half Day of Service" on November 23--Planning Ahead
On Wednesday, November 23, KSDS will again participate in a "Half Day of Service" as a way to give back to the community.
If you know that your child will not be in school on Wednesday, November 23, kindly email Karen Booth at [email protected]. It is imperative that the Middle School receive an accurate count of students this day so that we can arrange transportation and give definite numbers to our hosts. We thank you in advance!
 Lower School Speech Screenings Through SHEMESH
Beginning THIS WEDNESDAY. October 19
SHEMESH, an organization of the Associated, will be providing free Speech Screenings to our kindergarten students. Mrs. Faye Friedman, a certified licensed Speech and Language Pathologist, will be doing the screenings at KSDS beginning on October 19th. For students in first through fourth grades, Mrs. Friedman will be available as a resource to teachers and parents
upon request
. If you are a parent of a 1st-4th grader and are interested in having your child receive a free Speech Screening, please email Dr. Buck at
[email protected]
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Vision and Hearing Screening on October 20 and October 26 - 28
The Vision and Hearing Technician will be screening Kindergarten, 1st, 4th and 8th grades THIS Thursday, Wednesday October 26, Thursday October 27 and Friday October 28th. Please have your child wear his or her glasses to school on the days of screening. Please contact Iris Ingber or Donna Friedman at
[email protected] if your child is not in the above grades and you feel that she or he needs screening.
Basketball Season and Try-Out Schedule
Registration can be done online HERE.
Payment can be made online via Paypal on that same registration page, OR sent by check to Mike Foxwell / Athletic Director. All checks should be made out to KSDS.
Basketball Try-Out Schedule:
Monday, November 7th
Boys 3:30 - 5:00
Wednesday, November 9th
Girls 4:00 - 5:30
Thursday, November 10th
Boys 4:00 - 5:15
Girls 5:15 - 6:30
 Shabbat Express Orders Continue to be Accepted by GECEC
What better way to end your week than with a fresh
challah (or honey cake) delivered to you at KSDS? Many shapes and sizes of
challah are available! To place your order, fill out this
ORDER FORM and return it to the Preschool office or email it to
[email protected]. You may place your order any time; however, it must be received by the Tuesday prior to the first delivery week for your order.
 Be Sure to Check Out the KSDS Facebook Page Often!
We are continually posting lots of fabulous pictures of KSDS events and activities. Don't forget to "Like" Us!
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Additional Calendar Items
December 11 (Sunday)--The STEAM Showcase will be held from 1 to 3 pm.
April 4 (Tuesday)--7th grade Gettysburg trip from 8:30 am to 2:45 pm
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After-School Athletics (Middle School)
KSDS Athletics Spirit Wear Sweatshirts Are Now Available!
The order form can be found
HERE.
Soccer Schedules
Wednesday, October 19th
Boys A practice 4:00-5:30
Boys B practice 4:00-5:30
Girls A at Garrison Forest 3:45
Girls B at Garrison Forest 4:45
Thursday, October 20th
Boys A - OFF
Boys B Home vs Jemicy 3:30
Girls A - OFF
Girls B Home vs Jemicy 3:30
All updated information can be found HERE at ksds.edu under "Athletics."
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Tzedakah
Our October 14 Tzedakah donations will benefit those impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Matthew, both in Haiti and the southern United States. We will be directing our funds to two organizations that are already working in those areas; the American Jewish World Service and
the Red Cross
. Cash as well as checks will be accepted, or you may want to contribute online. Checks can be made out to AJWS with "Haiti Disaster Fund" in the memo line or to the Red Cross with "Hurricane Matthew relief" in the memo line. Thank you for your generosity in the wake of this disaster.
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Mazal Tov to . . .
Allie Cohen, on her
Bat Mitzvah
yesterday at Chizuk Amuno.
We Are So Proud Of . . .
The following KSDS community members, who will be honored on October 25 at 9 a.m. at Chizuk Amuno's morning
Simchat Torah celebration (
kiddush luncheon to follow):
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Liz Minkin Friedman, Adam Baumwald, and alumni parent Steve Pomerantz, who have been given the honor of
Hatanei v'Kallat Torah (Bride and Grooms of the Torah) for their work on making the playground and outdoor ampitheatre project a reality
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HaMorah Shuli Raffel and alumna Yael Lowenberg ('09), along with GECEC teacher Alison Feldstein, who have been given the honor of
Kallot Bereishit (Brides of
Bereishit) for their care and educational creativity
Yasher Koach to this week's Torah readers during school minyanim:
LS: Sam A., Marissa B., Lea G.
5th grade: Josh D., Sarai S., Elie S., Hannah S.
6th grade: Eli F., Lihie F., Ezra G., Noa L.
7th grade: Piper J.
8th grade: Isaac T., Jacob L.-B., Sammie W.
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PA News
Shabbat Share on Friday Night, October 28th
We hope that you have signed up to share a
Shabbat
meal with other KSDS families later this month. The evening provides a meaningful way to build community and to strengthen the bonds within KSDS.
 Book Fair is Coming!!
The time to volunteer for this wonderful celebration of reading and literacy is here. Please sign up for your shift
HERE. Many thanks for your participation.
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Alumni Spotlight
Evan Margolis ('04)
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| Evan Now |
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Evan Then |
I graduated from KSDS in 2004 with a bunch of kids that I am honored to still call my closest friends (I
have
made other friends, but those Schechter kids are just too cool!). I am now a filmmaker and documentarian in New York and I often look back and credit KSDS with laying the foundation of skills that I use daily.
KSDS creates a warm, open-minded environment for students to enhance their creativity and critical thinking. In 2009, a few other Schechter alumni and I founded a community theatre in Pikesville. It's awesome! We work hard, introduce people to the thrills of being onstage, and bring quality shows to the community. Recently, I finished producing my first feature length documentary,
Dear Sylvia
. These are ground-up projects that take determination and leadership skills--two traits that I didn't naturally possess but that KSDS effectively instilled in me.
The Greek simulation in eighth grade was an inspiring time. While it seemed like fun and games to wear bedsheet togas to class, I quickly understood that the true purpose of the simulation was to become immersed in team building and public speaking opportunities. It gave experiential learners a chance to shine. The excess of pita and olive oil was also appreciated.
Don't get me started on "Bing, Bang, Bongo." It is
the
most helpful piece of writing advice that I have ever received. Granted, this may not be unique to KSDS, but it's the
way
that the teachers there institute these ideas which makes them so effective (Shout out to Mrs. Buchsbaum!). From an early age, students are taught essay organization, which later becomes essential for college classes and beyond. I use "Bing, Bang, Bongo" every day. It works for cover letters, grant proposals, and even school alumni newsletters. "Bongo" ends here.
For me, pursuing the arts has been exciting and meaningful, but very difficult. I feel fortunate to have been exposed to the supportive and challenging environment that KSDS has established and I will continue to employ the skills I built there as I move forward.
If you're ever in NYC, hit me up!
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Mark Your Calendar
Monday, October 10
Tuesday, October 11
Wednesday, October 12
Thursday, October 13
Monday, October 17
Tuesday, October 18
Wednesday, October 19
- Grade 6 Field Trip to Pearlstone
Thursday, October 20
- Grade 7 Sukkah Sleepover at Pearlstone
Monday, October 24
Tuesday, October 25
Wednesday, October 26
Thursday, October 27
Friday, October 28
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In Our Community
Zimra! Choir for Grades 3-8
Does your child love to sing? This new program, facilitated by KSDS faculty member and alumni parent Erika Schon of HaZamir Baltimore and by Anna Caplan of Habimah Arts Camp, will teach them about vocal techniques and ear training while also providing opportunities for ensemble singing.
Protecting Childhood and Family Relationships in the Digital Age:
Presentation by Catherine Steiner-Adair
THIS Wednesday, October 19th at 7:30 pm at the Park School
Free and Open to the Public, But Please RSVP HERE.
Dr. Catherine Steiner-Adair is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, school consultant, and author. Author of the award-winning book, The Big Disconnect: Protecting Childhood and Family Relationships in the Digital Age, Dr. Steiner-Adair examines ways in which the wonders of technology and media also change how children learn and grow, and shows parents and educators how to reap the benefits of tech while reducing the risks it poses at every stage of child development.
 Fall in Love with Kadima--Outing for 6th to 8th Graders
October 30 from Noon - 3 pm
Cost: $18 per person; RSVP by October 23
Send RSVP information and signed
permission slips to
[email protected] or drop off forms and payment off at the Rosenbloom Office. Grades 6-8 (correction from last week's Tov) students are invited to take a trip to Rodgers Farm (Drop Off and Pick Up at Chizuk Amuno). Enjoy the corn maze, the petting zoo, a pizza lunch, and more! Look
HERE for more details. If you have any questions, please contact Yali Lowenberg at
[email protected] .
Going Back to Work After Kids
Thursday, November 3 from 9:30 to 11:30 am
Owings Mills JCC Morstein Performa
Going back to work after an extended break for parenting can present challenges. Our panel of experts will share strategies for dealing with the emotional tug of war, finding the balance between work and family, managing the stress of playing career catch-up, and other related issues. This program is free and open to the public. Look
HERE
For more information. Please RSVP at
410-843-7467
or HERE. j
 Presentation by Deborah Lipstadt, Author of History on Trial: My Day in Court with a Holocaust Denier
Thursday, November 3 at 7 pm, with reception immediately following
Towson University Liberal Arts Bldg., Room 4310
Author Deborah Lipstadt will speak about her successful defense in British court against a libel suit in a brought by David Irving after she characterized of some of his writings and public statements as
Holocaust denial in her 1993 book
Denying the Holocaust. Her experience with the lawsuit is depicted in the recently released film,
Denial, in which she is portrayed by actress Rachel Weisz.
Free and open to the public--Register
HERE.
For more information, contact Director of the Baltimore Hebrew Institute (and KSDS alumni parent) Jill Max at [email protected] or 410-704-7120.
 JCC Maccabi Artsfest
August 6-11, 2017 in Miami, FL
Auditions on November 1 and 9 (Audition Required)
The JCC Maccabi ArtsFest includes workshops with artists-in-residence, performances, exhibits, community service, and social activities. The entire week is woven with Jewish values and connections to Israel. Specialties include: Acting/Improv, Culinary, Dance, Musical Theater, Rock Band, Star Reporters, Visual Arts, Vocal Music/Glee. For more information on Artsfest, look HERE.
For audition information and other questions,
contact Melissa Seltzer at
410-559-3593
or [email protected].
Pennsylvania Ski Deals for 4th and 5th Graders
The Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association is offering special deals for 4th and 5th graders this season--quantities are limited. More information can be found
HERE.
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