Celebrating Rochel Imeinu's Legacy with Creativity and Reflection
Last month, our after-school program, hosted a memorable event in honor of Rochel Imeinu's yartzeit, led by the Goldie Shemtov. The evening was a heartfelt tribute to one of our most beloved matriarchs, offering the girls an opportunity to connect deeply with her legacy through creativity and reflection.
Honoring Parshat Chayei Sarah with a Meaningful Challah Bake
Last week, the Grade 9 and 10 students of our Jewish Online High School gathered for an inspiring challah bake in honor of Parshat Chayei Sarah. Led by their teacher, Mrs. Chaya Forma, the event was a beautiful blend of tradition, learning, and personal reflection, as the students connected with the rich legacy of Jewish women throughout the generations.
Exploring the Legacy of the Rebbe Rashab: A Special Live Tour by Meir Danzinger
In honor of Chof Cheshvan, the birthday of the Rebbe Rashab, students of the Jewish Online School (JOS) were treated to a remarkable experience: a live virtual tour of the Rebbe Rashab?s home in Rostov, Russia. The tour was led by Meir Danzinger,a student of JOS, and his father, Rabbi Chaim Danzinger, a Chabad shliach to Rostov, whose deep familiarity with the historic site made the event truly unforgettable.
Exploring the Mezuzah at Jewish Online School: An Interactive Learning Experience
At Jewish Online School, we?re always looking for ways to bring Jewish learning to life through hands-on, meaningful experiences. Recently, the Boys' Day School had a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of the mezuzah by connecting with a?sofer?(scribe)?a highly skilled individual trained in the sacred art of writing holy scrolls. This interactive session gave students an up-close look at the mezuzah scroll, the precise techniques used to create it, and the deep significance it holds in Jewish tradition.
Your Heart Will Be Warmed By This First Day of School
The first day of school is always filled with excitement, nerves, and so much newness. Wednesday was the first day of school for Jewish Online School. I had the chance to join a few classrooms and I can tell you this; had the virtual halls of JOS been brick and mortar, they might have burst with enthusiasm. I saw little Moshe's beaming smile as he spun the wheel in a get-to-know-you game. I noticed Rivka eagerly raising her hand to share her dream of becoming a veterinarian. And Jacob practically leaping out of his seat to show off his brand-new background for the year.