Bais Yaakov e-Newsletter
Middle School
Parshas Bechukosai
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GUEST SPEAKERS RABBI YONASAN ROSENBUM AND RABBI Y.Y. JACOBSON
The middle school students recently enjoyed two world class guest speakers. Author and columnist,
Rabbi Yonasan Rosenblum,
encouraged the students to consider that each and every opportunity that comes their way may yield incredible positive consequences. Teacher and lecturer,
Rabbi Y. Y. Jacobson,
told over an inspirational story of how approaching life with an
ayin tova
, a positive outlook, can bring about tremendous
yeshuos
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END OF YEAR TRIPS
Another successful school year is drawing to a close, but at the
Middle School
the fun never ends. Most recently, every grade went on
a
spectacular, action-packed trips where the teachers expertly blended learning with pleasure. Thank you to the
PTA
for your help in making these trips affordable.
The
Fifth Grade
took a trip to
Baltimore City Hall
where the students met with
Councilman Yitzy Schleifer
who spoke to the girls about how new laws are made. One girl even had a chance to propose her own new law and the girls worked through the process of how the proposal can become law. After touring City Hall, the girls went on a boat ride in the
Inner Harbor
, and ended the day in
Fort McHenry
where they watched a video about the War of 1812 and had a chance to explore the fort.
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The
Sixth Grade
took their annual trip to
JA BizTown
where they learned important lessons in finance, economics and how a town runs. Lots of work was done in school to prepare the girls for their exciting day at BizTown.
Mrs. Tanya Gerstman
led the preparatory classes. Elections were held to elect mayors, and the girls had to “apply” for various jobs. Once the jobs were distributed, the girls met in groups and worked on how they would advertise and run their businesses. The time spent at BizTown was amazing! The girls all worked together at their jobs and felt that they were productive citizens making a real contribution to their town.
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The
Seventh Grade
traveled to Annapolis where they visited the
Naval Academy
and the
State House
. The students met with
Senator Jill Carter
who spoke about her job, as well as with the Senate President’s
Chief of Staff Jake Weissman
(son of our very own
Mrs. Grace Weissman
) who also led them on a tour of the State House. The girls enjoyed a peaceful boat ride on the
Severn River
while eating lunch. An entertaining game of bowling was the next order of business on their way to
Down’s Park
in Pasadena, MD. The girls had a delicious barbecue that was the perfect ending to a very exciting day.
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The
Eighth Grade
started their trip at
The Smithsonian Museum of American History
where they had a scavenger hunt to find items that they had learned about this year in their American History classes. After lunch on the
National Mall
, the buses took the girls to
Adventure Park at Sandy Springs
where their perseverance was challenged while completing ropes courses of varying difficulties. The trip ended with a grand barbecue that was enjoyed by all. The trip was picture-perfect, mirroring the growth and accomplishments of the last three years in the Middle School
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LAG BAOMER BONFIRE AND EVENTS
Lag Baomer
began on Wednesday night with a magnificent bonfire lit by
Rabbi Naftoli Hexter
. An inspiring story was told by guest storyteller
Mrs. Chaya Bracha Waldbaum
and the uplifting singing was led by
Miss Esther Weiss
for the Fifth and Sixth Grades and by
Mrs. Pnina Jacobovitz
for the Seventh and Eighth Grades.
Over four hundred Middle School girls participated in the beautiful nighttime programming!
Ve'ahavta Lerayacha Kamocha
was the theme of the exciting daytime festivities.
G.O.
and
G’mach
did an amazing job working together to make sure that all the activities ran smoothly. A delicious brunch was served, classes competed in exciting races, and we topped the morning off with "Silent Dancing". The girls
also enjoyed a Walk-a-Thon, which raised over a $1,800 for
Ahavas Yisroel
. The girls had a great time while learning the important messages of the day.
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DELEGATE DALYA ATTAR SPEAKS TO THE SEVENTH GRADE
As a follow-up to the
Seventh Grade
trip to Annapolis,
Delegate Dalya Attar
spoke to the Seventh Grade about her experiences in the
Maryland House of Delegates
. Delegate Attar shared fascinating accounts of her experiences with lawmaking and government and the recent historic selection of a new Speaker for the House of Delegates.
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FIFTH GRADE TEN MAKKOS CARNIVALS
The
Fifth Grade
classes celebrated their
Chumash
accomplishments with fun, learning filled carnivals. Each girl made a presentation of one of the
makkos
complete with a game for everyone to enjoy. Mazal Tov to all the Fifth Graders and their
Moros
for the delightful and engaging s
iyumim
.
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June 7-10
Shavous Recess
June 11
Isru Chag - 10 AM Start
June 12
HS Graduation
June 20
Last Day of Preschool
June 21
Last Day of School
11:30 MS & HS Dismissal
12:00 ES Dismissal
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May 30/ 25 Iyar
לזכר נשמת
איטא לאה בת נתן צבי ע"ה
Mrs. Lyla Longman A"H
Loving Mother and Grandmother
-On Her First Yahrtzeit-
Sponsored by
Mrs. Elana Frand and Family
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To sponsor a day of Davening
& Learning, or contact
Rabbi Gross
at 443
-548-7700 ext. 511 or
ragross@baisyaakov.net
for more information.
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ALUMNAE CORNER
UPCOMING ALUMNAE EVENT!
We are excited to announce an event for Alumnae of graduating classes
2009 through 2017
on Wednesday, July 18, 2019. Reconnect with friends, enjoy a light reception, hear words of inspiration from our high school principal,
Rabbi Yechezkel Zweig
and from beloved high school teacher,
Mrs. Josie Vegh
and more. For more information or to get involved, please email us at
alumnae@baisyaakov.net
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We look forward to greeting you there!
Be sure to receive all the latest BY and Alumnae News!
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