Bialik Impact Report 2025

2025

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BIALIK ANNUAL REPORT

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Thank you to every member of our incredible community. Your partnership is the cornerstone of Bialik’s mission. With your generous support, we are able to provide an exceptional Jewish education, nurturing our students to become curious, creative and critical thinkers.

They graduate with a strong Jewish identity and values, and a profound love of Israel. Each one of the 1,649 donations we received this past year makes an impact, ensuring that we can continue to nurture tomorrow’s Jewish leaders.

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Bialik Hebrew Day School is committed to providing an exemplary Jewish and General Studies education to children in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 from diverse Jewish backgrounds. Bialik fosters a strong Jewish identity that embraces the values of our Labour Zionist roots – inclusivity, social justice and equality – in a warm and nurturing environment. Hebrew fluency, Yiddish language and culture and a strong connection to Israel and the Jewish people are paramount. Our commitment to Jewish values, academic excellence and innovation inspires our students to become future Canadian and Jewish community leaders.

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Bialik Board of Directors 2025–2027 Tina Erlich Co-President

Judy Naiberg

Errol Tenenbaum Co-President

Mark Skapinker

Debra Aronson Moran Eichler Jared Goldlust Bernie Gropper Adam Hummel Gershon Hurwen Michael Kaufman Jenna Kellner Izraelski’00 Melissa Kramer Barry Kuretzky

Mark Nightingale’79 Jessica Smuskowitz Michael Valo’98 Danielle Zucker-Levy’98 Sandra Brown Honorary Life Member Elsa Chandler Honorary Life Member Mary Richmond Honorary Life Member Deanna Peranson Life Member

We thank the Directors of our Board for their ongoing dedication and service in guiding the mission and progress of our school.

Development Committee Jenna Kellner Izraelski’00 Chair

Jared Goldlust

Moran Eichler

Judy Naiberg

Tina Erlich

Mark Nightingale’79

Melissa Kramer

We appreciate the committed contribution made by the Development Committee in advancing and supporting Bialik’s needs.

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Message from Our Head of School and Board Co-Presidents over the past year, members of the Bialik community have demonstrated remarkable commitment to our school.

Together, we are building an institution that educates, inspires and uplifts. Your generosity reflects a shared belief that Jewish education is the foundation upon which the future of our community depends.

Jake Gallinger

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Tina Erlich

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Errol Tenenbaum

Dan Senor, renowned podcast host, writer and co-author of Start-Up Nation, recently reminded us that “Jewish education is one of the most reliable predictors of Jewish continuity.” His words resonate profoundly as Jewish people around the world face persistent challenges to our sense of security and our connection with Israel, our Jewish homeland. At Bialik, we prepare our students not only to excel academically but to lead proudly and confidently as Jews.

At this time, our mission has never been more essential.

Our school has begun developing our new strategic plan that will serve as our roadmap to our future. It will express the voices within our school community, including families, staff, faculty and students, as we address the unprecedented demand for a Bialik education within Toronto’s vibrant Jewish community.

It will reflect both bold ambition and practical vision, charting a course toward growth combined with academic excellence as we deepen our school’s impact on Toronto’s Jewish families and students.

It is only with our community’s generous support that we are able to ensure that Bialik fulfils its promise of being the Jewish day school for today’s generation.

Each gift you have made to our school has helped us strengthen programs, provide essential tuition support to families and invest in our school’s educators who bring our values to life every day.

The upcoming Annual CommUNITY Campaign gives us the opportunity to build on this momentum and significantly expand our fundraising successes.

Together, we will push the envelope for what is possible at Bialik, ensuring that our students continue to benefit from an education that is innovative, inclusive and deeply rooted in Jewish values. With your continued partnership and generosity, we can reach new heights and secure an even stronger future for our school and community.

To everyone who has given their time, energy and resources to our school, we express our heartfelt thanks. Your belief in our mission ensures that Bialik continues to stand as a beacon of Jewish learning, values and pride.

As we look ahead, let us continue to dream boldly, give generously and build together. The future of Jewish education and the Jewish people depends on it.

Jake Gallinger Head of School

Tina Erlich Board Co-President

Errol Tenenbaum Board Co-President

Message from Our Acting Director of Development

Aily Goodis

Annual giving is essential to the very vibrancy and spirit of Bialik. We are very grateful to all our donors who contributed last year. Tuition fees alone do not fully cover the cost of the excellent programs we offer and it is your critical support that enables us to continually enhance the academically excellent education for which Bialik is known. Your generosity is the engine that maintains our high standards and gives us the ability to aspire to do more. It allows us to innovate and invest in the future while remaining committed to our mission and values.

Beyond aspiration, annual giving provides the agility to plan for the unknown and the flexibility to adapt rapidly to complex challenges. These include pivoting swiftly to remote learning during COVID lockdowns, bringing 100 Israeli students into our classrooms after October 7 and enhancing our security.

Annual giving is also allowing us to critically address the issue of technology use in the classrooms and support the parent-led Unplugged Bialik initiative.

It has been critically important as we step up to meet the needs of the Toronto Jewish community by opening up more JK classes at our Himel and Viewmount Branches.

Your investment in Bialik yields tangible results that benefit every student, every day. Thanks to your support,

we were able to invest in our physical spaces, making essential enhancements to improve our students’ learning experience and ensure their safety. This included such projects as renovating the Himel East courtyard. We have also been able to invest in our students’ social-emotional well-being through rolling out the Responsive Classroom approach to building skills and a sense of community.

We are extremely grateful to our donors — without your partnership, Bialik could not be the school it is or strives to be.

Your unwavering commitment has made a profound difference to our students’ school experience.

Thank you for enabling Bialik to thrive.

With deepest gratitude,

Aily Goodis Acting Director of Development

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in this report, you will read wonderful donor stories and see the many ways your generosity made an impact this past year, through giving to the Annual CommUNITY Campaign and the Bialik Endowment. It is you, our generous donors, who continue to be the vital force that underpins our mission.

Thank you for making this exceptional work possible.

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by the Numbers

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Your philanthropy supports our students’ school experience. Here is a snapshot of Bialik’s year in numbers:

303 3,510

Alumni Parents of Current Students

Shabbat Challahs in Classrooms

663 800+

AD M I S S I O N S IN Q UIR IE S

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SPORTS TEAMS

AFTER 4

PROGRAMS

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PLANTS GROWN IN CLASSROOM TOWER GARDENS

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STUDENT

FIELD TRIPS

BIA LIK G RA D S IN G RA DE 9 AT TA NENBAU MCHAT

LIBRARY BOOKS CHECKED OUT BY STUDENTS

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RIKUDIYA H PA RT ICIPA N TS

241

STU D ENTS PARTI CI PATI NG I N CAR I BO U

28,800 PA SNACKS FOR STUDENTS ON CHAGIM

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Plays and Events Attended by Parents

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INSTAGRAM POSTS

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Attendees at Grandparents and Special Friends Days

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3D-PRINTED TZEDAKAH BOXES

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31,829

GRADEWIDE MODEL SEDERS

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Notable Numbers in 2024–25 TOTAL GIVING

1,370,409

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Endowment Gifts

Annual CommUNITY Campaign

Number of Donors

Number of Donations

TOTAL RAISED ON DAY OF GIVING

TOTAL RAISED FROM STAFF DONATIONS

Number of Day of Giving Donors

Number of Staff Donors

$151,000 1,192

$1,219,409 1,649

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giving Stories

Growing and Evolving with the Bialik Community Heather and Gershon Hurwen have a busy schedule. They have five young children, but they always make time to be involved in the Bialik community as volunteers and donors.

“all of our kids are at bialik,” says Gershon, the proud father of students in Grades 6, 4, 3, and twins in JK. “We are glad we chose Bialik. A top quality Jewish education is very important to us.

At the same time, we want to make sure our kids are brought up and raised in an environment that’s nurturing, pushes them to succeed and ensures they have friends in their corner for life.”

Their children began at the Viewmount Branch in 2018 and they’ve been growing and evolving with the school community ever since.“I volunteer with the Parent Association, and have chaired various programs, including bringing the student art show to Bialik,” says Heather. “This has given me a unique opportunity to interact with many of the excellent teachers as well as the school Administration.”

For his part, Gershon is a past Chair of the Tuition Support Committee. He is

currently serving on the Board Executive as Chair of the Finance Committee and is a member of the Jewish Security Network (JSN) parent volunteer group that was established in the aftermath of the October 7 attacks. Together, they donate funds to the school and, because of Gershon’s ownership of a food business, they have been able to contribute snacks and beverages to the school’s Shabbat dinners and other events.

“Bialik is a very important cornerstone organization for Toronto as a whole,” says Gershon. “For our kids to have a viable future in this city, we need organizations with the gravitas and significance of Bialik to flourish. It’s why I allocate so much of my community time to Bialik.”

He says Bialik is very good at shepherding volunteers into the right roles so

“Bialik is a very important cornerstone organization for Toronto as a whole” everyone can contribute in their areas of strength. It’s also a very welcoming community and they encourage new and long-time parents to get involved and be engaged.

It’s been a very positive experience for the Hurwens. “I love Bialik,” says Heather. “Our family loves being part of the community. Our older boys often play soccer with friends at school pick-up time and our kids are always inviting classmates over for play dates. I love seeing them in this environment and I love seeing how they thrive here.”

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Originally from South Africa, Gershon supports Bialik because he wants to make sure his kids, and others, are given the same opportunity to have a Jewish education that his parents gave him.

“There are not many places in the city where a person can embrace a connection to Israel. The world today is a very intimidating place and raising kids to be educated about things that are meaningful to us is very important.”

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giving Stories

Business Partners Team Up to Give Back Mark Greenbaum and Jared Bensky have been business partners and friends for 15 years. the proud Bialik fathers have joined forces to bring together Bialik’s two branches in fun, unique ways — they have been generous corporate sponsors of numerous Bialik community events.

“Our companies, Wycliffe Homes and Vogue Development Group, sponsored the Bialik Games, a day of friendly sports competitions, where students, parents and the community can get together,” says Mark, whose three boys attend the Himel Branch.

The Bialik Games, which ran for two years, raised funds to support the school’s tuition assistance program, which helps families afford a Bialik education. In 2021 and 2022, during the pandemic, their two companies also funded two online cooking events presented by Chef Anthony Rose and Eden Grinshpan.

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Both Jared and Mark are more than happy to do what they can to support Jewish education. “Today more than ever, it’s important to have a Jewish day school like Bialik. In the face of antisemitism and October 7, we have to be braver and stronger than ever before, and Bialik really preaches that,” says Mark.

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Jared agrees. His daughters have now graduated from the Viewmount Branch, and he thanks Bialik for giving them a strong Jewish identity and connection to Israel. “There’s such a focus on learning about Israel being the homeland of the Jews, on Jewish traditions and on the Zionist experience. The curriculum, events and volunteering centre around that. As a Bialik alum myself, it’s nice to see that my kids had the same experience I did and to know that the school is still growing and staying strong.”

Deciding to sponsor a sporting event was an easy choice. “My boys are in Grades 2, 5 and 8 and they’re super involved in athletics,” says Mark, whose wife is an active volunteer on Bialik’s Annual Campaign committee.

Their oldest son is also student council president.

“They’re starting to learn about themselves and their Jewish identity in a community setting. To have my kids be part of something that’s growing from the ground up has been really special and nice to watch.”

Jared’s daughters, now in Grades 9 and 11 at TanenbaumCHAT, love to dance and were very active in extracurricular activities at Bialik. They were very engaged in the Bialik Games. Says Jared: “Bialik is an institution that gave so much to us, so it’s our pleasure to do whatever we can to support them back.”

We welcome corporate sponsorship of Bialik fundraising events.

If your company would like to take up sponsorship opportunities, please contact Acting Director of Development Aily Goodis, agoodis@bialik.ca.

giving Stories

“It was such a powerful reminder of how Bialik not only celebrates students but also embraces their families and heritage.”

When it was time to choose a school for their two young daughters, Taryn and Ryan Scheer were looking for more than just strong academics.

“We were searching for a place that reflected our values, our heritage and our hopes for the next generation,” says Ryan. “Bialik stood out as the clear choice.”

Their girls, Evie and Addison, are in Junior Kindergarten and Grade 1, respectively, at the Himel Branch. From the very beginning, the girls felt at home.

“Each morning, they are genuinely excited to go to school, and as a parent, there is no greater comfort than knowing your children are happy, engaged and thriving in their learning environment,” says Taryn.

Taryn and Ryan are thrilled with the academic program, particularly the integration of STEM activities and how their children are learning Hebrew and

Yiddish, but that’s not all. They also love Bialik’s deep and meaningful connection to Israel. “We wanted our children to grow up with a strong sense of Jewish identity, and for us, Bialik integrated that connection in a way that felt authentic and lasting,” says Taryn.

They also feel that what truly sets Bialik apart is the way it embraces the entire family. “The school invites multi-generational participation across many events and celebrations, creating a deep sense of connection and belonging,” says Ryan.

“Bialik is not just a school for our children, but rather is a community for us as a family.”

Their daughters love it when their family is invited to watch them sing, dance or present. One of their highlights was

Grandparents Day. Says Ryan, “Our daughter was absolutely beaming as she walked into school, hand-in-hand with both her Bubbie and Great Bubbie. It was such a powerful reminder of how Bialik not only celebrates students but also embraces their families and heritage.”

The couple believes Bialik has created an environment where their daughters feel inspired, empowered and cared for; where Jewish values are lived and celebrated; and where every child feels like they belong. That’s why Taryn has taken on a leadership role on the Himel Annual Campaign Committee and the PA Executive. “These roles have allowed me to contribute meaningfully to the school’s growth while also helping strengthen the connection between home and school. This collaboration has not only enriched my experience as a parent, but has also played a vital role in supporting my children’ s overall success.” Taryn and Ryan soon understood that also supporting the school with their philanthropy and their time would benefit their family tremendously.

Adds Ryan, “Bialik has made a profound impact on our family, and we are so grateful to be part of a school that honours the past while building a bright and inclusive future.”

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Happy, Engaged and Thriving

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As a proud Bialik alum and parent, it is an honour to give back to a school that has given so much to our family. Watching our children thrive in Bialik’s nurturing environment and seeing the school’s ongoing innovation fills us with pride and gratitude.

We deeply appreciate Bialik’s commitment to academic excellence, Jewish values and strong Zionist principles.”

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—DRS. TRACEY HENDLER’98 AND JONATHAN MADRAS

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Generation to Generation Celebrating with Our Grandparents

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Grandparents and Special Friends Day is always a wonderful occasion, a time to celebrate the vital role grandparents play in supporting their grandchildren and enriching the life of the school community.

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from attending performances to engaging with students in the classroom, grandparents bring warmth, wisdom and a deep commitment to Jewish values.

“Being part of Grandparents Day is such a joy,” shares grandparent Vicki Lubell.

“Watching my grandchildren at Bialik, surrounded by a love of Judaism and a strong sense of community, fills me with gratitude. It’s so meaningful to see them carrying forward the traditions and values that have always been dear to our family.”

For Karen and Barry Sacks, the event is equally special. “We’ve been lucky enough to attend several Grandparents Day performances and each one feels so special. As we sit and wait with the other grandparents, I often find myself catching up with my own past classmates as well as my children’s classmates.

It’s such a wonderful feeling to see the sense of continuity from my generation to the next.”

Karen adds: “Barry and I are always so touched by the dedication of the teachers and staff.

The love and care they show is so clear in the smiling faces of the children. Our grandchildren, Russell, Ava, Max and Zoey,

perform with such pride and it fills our hearts to see them shine. Watching them grow in confidence and in their pride in being Jewish is an incredible blessing. They are so happy at Bialik, it truly feels like their second home.”

Grandparent Suzanne Ceresne believes strongly in the supportive role that grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren. She says, “Being involved in Grandparents Day reminds me of the importance of giving back.

It’s not just about being present at school events; it’s about supporting our grandchildren’s learning, partnering with the teachers and contributing to the programs that make Bialik such a vibrant place. There is a profound satisfaction in knowing that our involvement helps create opportunities for all students to flourish.”

Our Bialik grandparents and special friends are more than just visitors. They are partners, mentors and supporters, both in the classroom and in the broader school community. Their presence strengthens the bonds between generations, nurtures a love of learning and exemplifies the enduring power of family, community and giving back.

“There is a profound satisfaction in knowing that our involvement helps create opportunities for all students to flourish.”

–SUZANNE CERESNE

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A Day of

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Generosity

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We had an unforgettable Day of Giving, powered by the heart, Ruach and generosity of our community.

we had an unforgettable day of giving, powered by the heart, Ruach and generosity of our community.

From early morning calls to evening texts of encouragement, our parent and alum volunteers brought unstoppable energy to the cause.

Together, we reached extraordinary heights, raising $808,662 from our 952 donors, an incredible testament to the strength of the Bialik community.

For Alanna Sklar, a devoted parent, volunteer and donor, the day represented something deeper. “As both a parent and a volunteer at Bialik, I’ve had the privilege of seeing firsthand the dedication, warmth and excellence that define this community,” she shared.

“Everyone was aware that each dollar raised would directly support our students’ Jewish education.”

Alanna is a familiar face at Bialik. From helping deliver lunches to supporting the Day of Giving and serving on the Annual Campaign Committee, her involvement reflects what makes our school so special: a community that gives not just financially, but with time, spirit and love.

The Day of Giving is Bialik’s largest annual fundraising initiative, providing critical support for Bialik’s Annual Campaign. While tuition covers the basics, it is philanthropy that allows our students to experience the full richness of a Bialik education — from hands-on STEM learning and academic rigour to inclusive spaces that nurture belonging and pride in Jewish identity.

This year’s success is a reminder that Bialik’s strength lies in the collective effort of parents, grandparents, alumni and friends who believe in the transformative power of Jewish education. Every call made, every donation given and every volunteer hour contributed helps ensure that our students continue to learn, lead and shine. Your support reflects more than impressive numbers.

It reflects a shared belief in the power of community and the vital role of Jewish day schools in shaping the next generation.

“There was such a beautiful sense of purpose throughout the day,” says Acting Director of Development, Aily Goodis. “Everyone was aware that each dollar raised would directly support our students’ Jewish education. You could feel the enthusiasm and connection in every conversation.”

As the totals were tallied, one thing was clear. Our community didn’t just meet the moment, we defined it.

SAVE THE DATE The next Day of Giving will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026

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“I’ve watched my children thrive in a nurturing environment, and I’ve personally experienced the joy of giving back through volunteering at the school. Now more than ever, we need to come together to instill in our children the Jewish values that so many of us hold dear.”

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The Waugh families are honoured to have been able to support Bialik this past year. We believe that investing in Jewish education is the most critical action we can take in the current climate. Our gift is a direct investment in Bialik’s future, ensuring the school has the strong foundation needed to meet the growing demands of our community for years to come.”

—HAYLEY AND DAVID WAUGH AND STACEY AND STEPHEN WAUGH

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The Heart of Giving Each year, our teachers and staff truly inspire us with their generosity.

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Our team of dedicated professionals show their deep love for Bialik not only through their tireless work in our classrooms and offices, but also through their heartfelt contributions to our Annual Campaign. They witness daily how the funds we raise enrich students’ learning, strengthen our programs and ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. When staff give, they are investing in the community they help shape each day. Their commitment reminds us that our mission is not just something we teach — it’s something we live. They are the secret sauce to the success of our school.

Their words say it best:

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Tal Regev

Jaimee Diamond

Bialik is my second family. Coming “home” every morning, hearing Hatikvah and standing proudly with the students and fellow teachers fills my heart with joy. After the October 7 war, my job truly became a mission — to strengthen my students’ connection to the Hebrew language and their Israeli pride, even while living outside of Israel.

When I was welcomed into the Bialik community eight years ago, I knew right away that I was a part of something special, so naturally I wanted to contribute to its growth and success. Giving to the Annual Campaign is a meaningful way to invest in the programs, people and experiences that make our school such an inspiring and supportive place to learn and teach.

Rachel Srebrolow

Chen Pascoe

Joseph Fernando

I donate to Bialik to help nurture the courage, kindness and resilience I am privileged to witness in our students and our staff. Through giving, I want to help our students continue to develop the emotional and social tools they need to grow into confident and capable individuals, both during their time at Bialik and beyond.

As a Jewish Studies teacher, I’m dedicated to guiding my students as they discover who they are and who they want to become. I strive to give them the skills, knowledge and confidence to grow into thoughtful and compassionate members of the Jewish community. I believe that teachers help build the foundation for the future of our people, and I’m so proud to be part of this meaningful work.

Bialik has been very good to me in the 12 years that I’ve been here. Bialik is my family and I believe that it’s the right thing to do to support your family. The way I see it, I receive so much from the school, and when the Annual Campaign came up, I knew I wanted to give back to Bialik.

And now I’m planning for the gift I’ll give next year.

Mazal Tov

to the Class of 2025

In June, Bialik proudly celebrated 124 graduates, our largest class to date, at a memorable ceremony held at Beth Tzedec.

The evening featured inspiring remarks from former Head of School Benjy Cohen, parent speakers and the Grade 8 valedictorians, marking both an academic milestone and the culmination of a meaningful year.

The 2024-25 school year was filled with experiences that reflected the spirit of Bialik, from House events and Learn In to JK/Grade 8 Buddy activities and the Graduation Trip to Ottawa. The celebrations concluded with the traditional Branch Graduation Breakfasts, followed by a ceremony full of pride and reflection. This year’s Graduation also marked the retirement of Head of School Benjy Cohen, whose leadership has shaped our Bialik community.

We are very proud that 89 members of the Class of 2025 have continued their Jewish education at TanenbaumCHAT, carrying forward the values and learning fostered at Bialik.

Our alumni continue to play an important role in the life of the school. As Shiraz Meisels’19, reflects: “Growing up at Bialik forged my identity as a lifelong learner and also a strong Jewish leader. Bialik has always felt like home to me. It is a place where building relationships and empowering others is the norm. Ever since I graduated, I have dedicated myself to finding and building communities that emulate the magic of Bialik and, every year, I choose to give back to the people who helped me find my best self.”

We invite all our high school alumni to join us as volunteers on our Day of Giving on March 11, 2026. This is a valued tradition where graduates give back to Bialik and support the next generation of students.

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In addressing our graduates, he said: “With all of the trials and tribulations our people are enduring, it is you who give me the optimism that you will enter adulthood as informed, analytical and creative thinkers with strong Jewish and Zionist identities. I have no doubt that you will become capable leaders of our community — ready and able to carry the values and traditions we hold dear forward for future generations. We wish you only good things as you take the next steps in your young lives and we wish you and your families much Nachas as you proceed from strength to strength. ‫עם ישראל חי‬.”

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The Hagler-Wine family is proud to support Bialik’s Founders Circle. We believe in the transformative power of Jewish education, and Bialik has always been a place where our culture and traditions come to life.

Our mother and grandmother, Ziona Hagler, taught at Bialik for 49 years. We learned from her that Jewish education is not only about knowledge but about nurturing identity and community. We are pleased to continue her legacy by ensuring that every Jewish child has an opportunity for a Jewish education, thereby shaping our future Jewish leaders.”

—AARON AND NINA’81 WINE

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Donations in Action equipment

Kindergarten Gym Enhancements New, kindergarten-sized basketball nets and updated IT equipment have elevated our multi-use Kindergarten Gym, making it a welcoming and developmentally appropriate space for our youngest learners. These additions support motor skill development, teamwork and early exposure to athletics, while serving the additional purpose of using the space to integrate digital tools that enrich learning. Your support ensures our youngest students have engaging, ageappropriate opportunities in this upgraded space.

facilities

Himel Courtyard Thanks to the support of the PA, the Himel East courtyard has been enhanced with new turf, transforming it into a safer, more functional space for active play. Students now have an inviting area for recess that supports movement, creativity and social connection. Enhancing these outdoor spaces is essential to enabling our students to learn, grow and thrive.

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Specialized Printers Through your contributions, Bialik has been able to acquire a Roland Versa printer and a press, allowing students to create designs and produce T-shirts and 3D-printed objects. This technology integrates art and design into STEM classes and student clubs, helping students bring creative concepts into tangible form. Students have been

excited to use these printers in their own innovative, hands-on learning.

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Senior Division Speakers This year, students had the opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers who brought Jewish history and identity to life. Presenters such as Adiel Cohen, Adam Berdichevsky, Ben M. Freeman and others shared meaningful stories about resilience, culture and modern challenges facing Jewish communities. These conversations empowered students to deepen their knowledge and engage thoughtfully with their heritage.

With your support, we are able to bring this range of impactful voices into our school.

technology

LEGO Robotics Kits We have been able to introduce LEGO robotics kits that combine programming, engineering and real-world scientific challenges. Senior Division students now design, build and code robots to complete missions on themed playing fields, enhancing their critical thinking, perseverance and collaboration skills. These kits are a wonderful addition to our robotics curriculum, elevating STEM learning in engaging, future-focused ways.

BIALIK giving

Honouring our Generous Donors We honour and thank you, our donors, for your generous contributions to our school this past year. Your support truly shows who we are as a community. You have come together to support our students’ Bialik experience and this means the world to us. You have given generously to the Bialik Endowment and to our Annual CommUNITY Campaign, including the Day of Giving, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

Prachim (Flowers) $180,000– $299,999

Peirot (Fruit) $50,000– $179,999

Alim (Leaves) $10,000– $49,999

Nitzanim (Buds) $5,000– $9,999

Anafim (Branches) $1,800– $4,999

Shorashim (Roots) $180– $1,799

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Thank you for making an impact on our students, each and every day.

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BIALIK giving

Honouring our Generous Donors Donations received from July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025

Bialik Endowment Founders Circle Anonymous (1) Leah and Jeremy Baruch Don and Cookie Biback Oz and Yael Cohen Martina Borchardt and Martin Day Fenton Family Allan Goldstein and Michelle Glied-Goldstein Irving Himel and Family Mel and Pamela Himel Justin and Melissa Kramer and Family Elaine and Barry Kuretzky Ilana and Lev Mazur* Judy and Jerry Naiberg Mark and Sheryl Nightingale Jay Silber and Mara Cole Stacey and Stephen Waugh* Steven and Elana Weisz Aaron and Nina Wine and Family* Barry and Nelly Zagdanski Family*

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The Founders Circle is made up of passionate leadership donors who are committed to preserving the rich tradition of Jewish education by jointly providing a $1,000,000-foundation for the endowed fund. Members who joined the Founders Circle this past year are indicated by an * next to their names.

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We welcome the opportunity to speak with families who are interested in joining the Founders Circle or who would like to discuss ways to make a lasting impact through legacy giving. Please reach out to Aily Goodis, agoodis@bialik.ca.

Prachim (Flowers) $180,000–$299,999 Judy Nathan Bronfman and Howard Bernick The Waugh Family Foundation

Peirot (Fruit) $50,000–$179,999 Anonymous (1)

Alim (Leaves) $10,000–$49,999 Anonymous (1) The Felicia and Arnold Aaron Foundation Cliff and Joey Grevler Family Foundation Alexander Grossman Foundation The Joseph Lebovic & Dr. Wolf Lebovic Charitable Foundation Gilad Levy and Carmela Serebryany Mark and Sheryl Nightingale Ali Wolfond and Sheret Ross Siegel Executive Search Solutions Inc. The Tylman Family Venn-Mitchell Family

Nitzanim (Buds) $5,000–$9,999 Anonymous (2) BAM Foundation Anita and Jack Greenberg Ziona and Dan Hagler Jacqi and Neville Isaacman Justin and Melissa Kramer and Family Efrem and Fara Mandelcorn Michelle Garber-Mastromatteo and Robert Mastromatteo Jason Morrow and Barb Nachman Paul Rausch and Randi Silverstein Aubrey and Andrea Sugar Errol Tenenbaum and Nicole Salama Tenenbaum Madeleine Venn-Mitchell and Ari Zagdanski Dan and Leah Zilnik Debra and Sidney Zucker

Anafim (Branches) $1,800–$4,999 Anonymous (2) Debra and Ronnie Aronson Tahlo and Shai Azoulay Barbara and Henry Bank

Michael Benadiba and Regan Tessis and Family Joy Benatar Dennis and Laura Bennie Gloria and Robert Bielak Ronny and Roy Birnboim John Cleworth and Yvette Mondesir Jane Rimmer and Benjamin Cohen Laurie and Jeff Cohen Cooper’s Iron/Ingot Metal Dentalcorp Peter and Stella Ekstein Forest Hill Orthodontics Samantha and Jonathan Freedland Steven Freiman Dov and Cara Gandell David and Marilyn Glick Susan and Eddie Glick Leslie and Sarah Gold Steve and Donna Goldenberg Sabrina and Josh Goldfarb Harry and Gayle Goldgut Daniel Green and Amanda Kushnir Garry and Shirley Greenbaum Louis and Shirley Greenbaum Jacqueline and Daniel Greenberg Allen and Nancy Greenspoon Robert Grossman Jeanette and Adam Hummel Ellis and Sharyn Jacob Seymour and Elaine Joffe Rachel and Michael Koral Sidney Kremer and Zoe Mandel Stephen and Robyn Libin Harris Mark and Nancy Lusher Ilana and Lev Mazur Sheldon and Sema Mecklinger David and Hila Meisels Benjamin and Marisa Muchnik Na’amat Canada Judy and Jerry Naiberg Paul Orlander and Helayna Shekter David Paperny and Audrey Mehler Deanna and Eddy Peranson Jeff and Honey Rubenstein Jonathan Saguy and Lesley Glowinsky Saguy Jay Silber and Mara Cole Michael and Ellen Sitzer Fern Simpson Reich and Steven Sofer Elaine and Joey Steiner Karin Sachar and Alexander Stoutley Jodi and Eitan Tanentzap Estee Teperman Janice and Murray Tkatch Torkin Family Fund Brittany and Shane Urowitz

Anafim Continued Rebecca and Michael Valo Fred and Linda Waks Gary and Debra Walters David and Hayley Waugh Eric and Leah Weisz Paul and Shelley Winton Marion Witz Lisa Ludmer and Jeff Zeldin Danielle Zucker and Benjamin Levy

Shorashim (Roots) $180–$1,799 Anonymous (23) Yoel and Karen Abells Mona and Dave Abrams Jennifer Kaufman Adelstein and Mitchell Adelstein John and Jacqueline Adler Martha and Adam Agensky Stephanie Rosen and Eric Agmon Julia and Vadim Aksmanov Elaine and David Alge Asaf Aloni and Nofar Hen Eli Alter and Jessica Fenton Michele and Seth Alter Sam Alter Yoel and Galit Altman David Altshuller and Rebecca Cash Elaine Altshuller Simona Sher and Tal Amir Gerry and Larry Anklewicz Karen and Daniel Antchipalovski Brian and Rosalie Antman Mark Appelby and Kori Levitt Alan and Rona Applebaum Lindsay and Adam Applebaum Michael and Zena Applebaum Sarah and Jordan Applebaum Stephen and Karen Applebaum Stephanie and Israel Apter Tracey and Paul Arlin Dean and Audrey Aronovici Michael and Ella Averbuch Brian and Candice Bacal Larry and Pauline Bacher Jessica and Richard Backstein Jerry and Tammy Balitsky Alex Ball and Suzan Kerner Mara Silver and Adam Banack Elana and Matt Bank Mark and Debbie Bank Nicole and Dale Barrett Jeremy and Leah Baruch Tayla and Jeffrey Baum Todd Beallor and Catherine Weinberg Lauren and David Becker Steven and Leah Rodin Jonah and Ilana Belkin Samara and Brandon Bell Torey and Zachary Belzberg Lisa and Jay Benaim Moe Benatar and Vera Teperman Jared and Laurie Bensky Anya and Jordan Benson Marshall Berenbaum and Dana Eilath

Steven and Deborah Bergson Roy and Naomi Berman Justin and Michal Bernhard Roy Bernhard and Caroline Cohen Steven Betel Michael and Liora Betsalel Bialik PA - Himel Bialik Social and Gift Fund Don and Cookie Biback Jackie and Aaron Orzech Natalie and Michael Bitton Ellie and Marty Black Jennifer Jordan-Blidner and Dov Blidner Donald and Shirley Bockner Leslie Gelfand and Richard Bockner Cheryl and Ryan Borenstein Marlene and Andy Borins Shauna and Jeremy Bornstein Rebecca and Eric Brass Marlene Brickman Alex and Ilene Bronsteter Jonathan and Sara Bross Sandra and Melvin Brown Tammy and Paul Brown J Mark Buck Ashley Faust and Lorne Burger Benjamin Burke and Heather Cohen Georganne Burke Robert and Marilyn Burke Sara and Jay Burke Cliff Burko and Brooke Miller Jodie and Mike Burko Michelle and Mitch Burko Marissa Rother and Joey Caccavo Elana Caplan Wayne and Ann Caplan Melanie and Cory Capland Terri and Jonathan Carr Aaron Cash and Erin Klinghoffer Jessica and Mark Cavdar Maury and Cheryl Cepler Nicole Sitzer and Adam Cepler Adina Weinerman and Jonathan Chetner Jeremy Cohen and Adee Bross Cohen Laurel and Matt Cohen Michael and Josephine Cole Family Shayla and Bruce Cole Matthew Connors Joanna Mansfield and Eli Cooperberg Lior Cyngiser and Ilana Gould George and Lynne Czutrin Katie and Aaron Dadouch Sally and Elliott Dale Dustin Dalgorf and Elisa Goldlust Alana and Jonathan Davids Gayle and Brian de Bloeme Jason Delima and Ronit Goldsmith Jay and Sivanne Detsky Mary Ann and Michael Di Paolo Stephen and Robyn Diamond Stuart Dicker and Heidi Miller Dicker Marcus Dickler and Jaimie Kudlats Judy and Leonard Direnfeld Michael and Stefanie Dorfman Jessica and Andy Draper Lisa and Phil Draper Anna and Vadim Dreyzin Daniel Drucker and Cheryl Rosen

Mitchell and Melissa Drucker The Drucker Family Nitsa Kohut and Alan Dryer Sean Earhard and Brandie Hamm Peter and Moran Eichler Nadine and Steven Ekstein Ruth and Elie Elfassy Sam and Erin Elfassy Bruce and Nancy Elman David and Laura Elman Hilda Emberley David and Josie Engel Judy and David Engel Amir and Hayley Eny Rosemary Greisman and Richard Epstein Adam and Tina Erlich Yulia Etingen and Chris Fisher Oriane Falkenstein Suzanne and Matthew Farb Peter and Barb Farkas Diane and Ra’anan Feldman Karen Lidor and Ariel Feldman Patti Reich and Dave Feldman Kelty Hillier and Mitch Fellen Joseph Fernando Leah Walters and Daniel Feuer Gerry and Ellen Fialkov Julia and Bobby Fichman David and Helena Fine Ronit Ossip-Fine and Benjamin Fine Chad and Sheri Finkelstein Jamie and Michael Finkelstein Natasha and Jonathan Finkelstein Richard and Caren Finkelstein Amnon Fisch and Roxanne Shiell Lisa Winberg and Zach Fishman Ruth and Fred Fishman Danielle Weidman and David Flamer Raizi and George Fleischmann Elaine and Harry Fogul Shauna and Robert Fonn Jeanne and Keith Foot Cheryl and Eric Foster Garry and Joanne Foster Irving and Gloria Fox Jamie and Elisa Fox Matthew and Sara Fox Michael Frankel and Irene Bass Franny and Mitch Freed Cyrelle Muskat and Jonathan Freeman Richard Fridman and Aviva Lowe Olga Zingerman and Evgeny Friedman Dani Frodis and Carolyn Tanner Cohen Joshua and Michelle Frost Irwin Fruchter Jake and Lauren Gallinger Marsha Gallinger Arunachalam Ganashing Josephine Garrity Carole and Howard Gelfand Bryan Gelman and Rebecca Farkas Lisa Gelman Carla Wittes and Jeremy Gerard Nataly and Nikita Gershkovitz Sari and Jon Gerwitz Sharon Gerwitz Viktoria Ginzburg Jonathan and Janice Gladstone

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Richard and Joan Gladstone Jordan Glick and Faye Kravetz Leora Glick David Glicksman and Ellen Drevnig Rachel Glicksman Nadia and Matthew Glick Norman Godfrey Ifat Witz and Doron Gold Brian Goldberg and Jody Klapman Gayle Goldberg and Jeff Cooper Charles Goldberg and Carole Gruson Genna Schnurbach and Eric Goldberg Carly and Jay Goldenberg Ilana and Mitchell Goldenberg Lori and Steven Goldenberg Shira and Kyle Goldenberg Edward and Anna Goldentuler Jennifer, Richard, Jack, Samuel, Benjamin Goldhar Marty and Avra Goldhar Barry and Karen Goldlist Randee and Barry Goldlist Rikki Bennie and Jared Goldlust Tara and Kenny Goldman Jeremy and Simone Goldman Miriam and Abraham Goldsmith Carol and Lorne Goldstein Micayla and Noah Goldstein Elyssa and David Goldstein Irwin and Miriam Goldstein Aily and Ben Goodis Corey and Lemore Goodman Jessica Waks and David Goodman Michael and Wendy Goodman Anita and Jack Goren Joe and Helen Gorenstein Aaron and Ilana Graben Henry and Helen Grad Jeff and Jordana Grad Jeffrey and Samantha Gray Steven and Donna Gray Lauren and Mark Greenbaum Anat and Tsvika Greenberg Daniel and Iman Greenberg Debbie Miskin and Michael Greenberg Leah and Roy Greenberg Rachael and Bobby Greenberg Brian and Violette Greenspan Ira and Shelley Greenspoon Janice Bacher and Jay Greenspoon Rachel Bloch and Adar Grinbaum Josef Grinspan Erin Grittani Bernie Gropper and Elise Stern Gropper Norman and Zipora Grosser Sharon Grossman Adam and Dara Gurau John Guterman Sara Abrams Guterman and Mike Guterman Nicole Shievitz-Guttman and James Guttman Lori and Alon Halbrich Jeffrey Halpern Alanna and Brandon Handelman Liza Hander Janet and Jay Harris Shana and Jonathan Harris

Alex and Tova Hartman Michael Hartman Rina and Nicholas Hartmann Michael and Dani Hazan Marc Hazout Brian Heller and Beverly Kupfert Douglas and Judy Hendler Alexander Hennick and Margot Witz Marilyn Herbert Chelsea Kaplansky and Ryan Herblum Agnes Herczeg Susan Liebel and Gabor Herczeg Jessica and Robert Herzig Glenda and David Hillier Shainey and Harry Himal Lauren and Joshua Himel Mel and Pamela Himel Adam and Laura Hirsh Allen and Celia Hirsh Charles Hodgkinson and Shelley Black Ron and Heather Hoffman Denise and David Hummel Michael Hummel and Arlee Stern Heather and Gershon Hurwen Andrea Gold and Neil Ingber Linda Ingber Madison and Joshua Isaacman Kerry and Richard Isaacs Ilana Halperin and Noah Ivers Howie and Melissa Izraelski Jenna Kellner Izraelski and Yossi Izraelski Ella and Victor Jacobs Hayley and Michael Jacobson Shawn and Jessica Jerusalim Michael and Joanna Kagal Jessica and Alex Kagan Brian Kaplansky and Nancy Ladenheim Reesa Karch Joey and Lisa Kardish Rosie and Howie Kardish Cindy and Allan Katchky Alisa and Michael Kaufman Jesse and Renee Kaufman Terry and Ruth Kaufman David and Avital Kellerstein Adam Kerbel and Avi Zucker Michael and Rachel Kerbel Elaad Keren and Karyn Dickler Timea and Amir Keshev Ricky and Barbara Kirshenblatt David and Lisa Klein Murray and Susan Klein Pearl and Henri Klein Rebecca and Howard Klein Marsha and Shawn Klerer Irena and Shaul Kochba Donna and Gerry Koffman Daniel and Kimberley Kofman Sid and Elaine Kohn Marlee and Aaron Koplowitz Clifford and Katy Korman Cliff and Milly Korzinstone Lauren Korzinstone Felix Kreichman and Lauren Nightingale Audrey and Irwin Kreisman Susan and Loren Kruger Alison and Matthew Kuchinsky Jessica Kudlats

Anndra Schwartz and Josh Kuretzky Elaine and Barry Kuretzky Naomi Shawn and Peter Kuretzky Jeremy Kushner and Shoshana Mezelski-Kushner Gayle and Alf Kwinter Jordan Lack and Tamar Kopel Philip and Caryn Ladovsky Leora and Eric Laichter David and Joy Lanys Robin and Dale Lastman Adrienne Di Paolo and Josh Lavine Cindy Leder Sara and Hartley Lefton Victoria Lepekha Rachel Ler Alan Lerman and Sharon Cohen Corey and Shelley Levin Eric and Lana Levin Lydia Levin Natalia Mizerniuk and Nisan Levin Amanda and Robert Levine Ellen and Alan Levine Jill Greenspoon and Schuyler Levine Shelley and Aubrey Levine Risa Levine Weisdorf Dina Gabay Levy and Mordy Levy Rena and Richard Levy Adina Hoppe and Gregory Lewis Marilyn and Dov Lidor Mark and Naomi Lieberman Michael and Carla Lieberman Michelle and Liran Tal Daniel and Ashley Lindzon Ronald and Lora Lindzon Allan and Rene Lipman Marvyn and Baila Lubek Eva and Mark Madras Allan Majerovits and Melissa Rausch-Majerovits Lawrence and Elana Mandel Mark and Berenice Mandelcorn Ori and Gabi Mandowsky David and Melissa Mann Harry and Molly Mann Melissa Gerwitz and Angelo Marchini Terry and Carol Marcus Darryl and Andy Margau Helen and Alan Mark Loranne Markus Tali Marmur Adam and Jillian Matlin Stanislava Feldman and Evgeny Meerovich Doron Melnick and Shana Haberman Keith and Suzette Meloff Kimberly and David Merkur Cindy and David Metrikin Lisa and Daniel Metrikin Stacey and Elliot Milian Monica Miller Sandy and Michael Minden Ted and Pamela Minden Adam Minsky and Heidi Brown Suzanne and Aaron Mocon Andrew and Rebecca Moffs Stephen Mortfield and Donna Edelstein Janie Goldstein and Stewart Moskovitch Adam and Amanda Moskowitz

Shorashim Continued Amanda and Noah Murad Margie Nightingale Gilda and Harold Niman Dana Hirsh and Gil Nimni Aaron and Arlene Nisker Betty Niznik Leah and David Noon Jennifer and Brian Noy Dalya Nussbaum Jenn and Daniel Olyan Sasha Opotowsky Leslie and Nir Orbach Marla Orbach Fern and Gary Orzech Neil and Naomi Orzech Larry and Marilyn Pacht David and Idit Papular Rick and Karyn Pasternac Alex and Daniel Pearlstein Sharon and Mark Pearlstein Ran Perry and Rachel Kohl Daniel and Nataly Pesin Patrick and Jassy Philosophe Jeremy and Romy Pilarski Richard and Marilyn Pilarski Philip Plotnick and Bonnie Zelman Samantha and Martin Politzer Morton and Joanna Prager Melissa Baum and Steven Pulver Harry and Elaine Rakowski Tammy Cohen and Jonathan Rapp Jackie and Noah Rechtsman Reuben and Bev Redlick Robyn Waxman and Harlan Redlick Sammy and Jessica Redlick Jennifer and Alex Reidiboim Ellie Richmond and Jeremy Rezmovitz Eddie and Harriet Rice Lori Rubin-Ricer and Michael Ricer Shelley and Gerry Richler Mary and Les Richmond Helen and Marty Risen Jonathan Ritter and Jill Spigelman Ritter Paul Roberts Stewart and Shelley Robinson Corey and Tali Robinson Rebecca Rockman and David Gurau Marissa Rosen and Michael Roskies Nicole and Cory Rosen Sam and Susan Rosenbaum Caroline and Zale Rosenberg Aaron and Felice Rosenthal Joel and Chris Rosenthal Yehuda and Sabina Rotenberg Danny and Sheila Rother Adam and Lori Rothschild John and Susan Rothschild Ali DeBora Rotman and Shael Rotman Patti and Sheldon Rotman Irena Rotzang Sharon and Richard Rotzang Gerry and Sonia Rowan Lisa Freedman and Benjamin Rozyn David and Sheryl Rubin Warren and Sari Rudick

Carmela and Helon Rzhevsky Lisa and Mark Sager Steven and Stephanie Saleh Irene and Frank Salomon Lisa Katz and Gary Salomon Gary Samuel and Paula Zivot Tamara Sander Chen and Andrew Sasson Naomi and Mark Satok Renee and Joel Schachter Robbie and Mara Schachter Taryn Negin-Scheer and Ryan Scheer Honey Schein Noah and Jennifer Schein Ken and Susan Schelberg Sheri and Philip Scher Elana Grosser and Lowell Schrieder Judy Schwalm Joanna Richler and Adam Schwartz Lawrence and Sharon Schwartz Rhonda and Mel Schwartz Amanda and Paul Schwartzman Susan and Charles Schwartzman Ashley and Jordan Seetner Romy Saibil and Russel Segal Steven and Barbara Segal Susan and Peter Segal Zindel Segal and Lisa Morrison Yael Manor-Selbo and Brett Selbo Jilian and Michael Shafman Michal Shahak and Shlomit Broder Janice and Phil Shedletsky Lauren Jacob and Michael Shedletsky Oren Shemtov and Zoe Laksman Sharon Wrock and Alvin Sher Sheldon and Evelyn Sherkey Eric Sherkin and Jessica Rubin David and Francine Shields Janita Shroitman and Dan Shlepakov Jeffrey and Joanna Shore Judith Shostack Sonia and Van Shron Larisa and Albert Shtemberg Ken and Rhona Shulman Michael and Marilyn Shupak Aaron and Lauren Sigal Francine and Marty Sigal David and Joanne Silber Yael and Eitan Silberman Evan Silver and Jennifer Shein Sheldon and Carol Silver Yvette and Dean Silver Jory and Ruthie Simpson Jay and Rebecca Singer Jonathan and Adina Singer Adam and Alanna Sklar Erin and David Sliwin Sammy and Marilyn Sliwin Arthur and Sarah Smelyansky Smile Squad Kids Dental Ernie Smilovits Carl and Shera Smith Zev and Andrea Smith Barb and Ben Smuskowitz Corey and Jennifer Snider Jordan and Sandi Soll Samantha Bell and Josh Spatz

Bonnie Silverman and Jeffrey Spiegel Janis and David Spinner Hope Springman and Kenneth Norwich Stephen Stark Marcus Staviss and Honey Bloomberg Jacqueline Schwartz and Adam Stecher Bernice and Stan Steinman Mariel Heller and Mark Steinman Jared and Karen Stekel Daniel Stern and Michele Mandel Mark and Lorraine Stillman Susan and Roger Stronell Andrew Sugar and Kira Bensimon Galit Sugar Jeffrey and Linda Sugar Irene Szylinger Shoshana and Michael Taitz David and Mayta Tannenbaum Sarah Kreisman and Nate Tchaplia Stan and Marilyn Teitelbaum Michael Tenenbaum Rachel Gropper and Paul Tenenbein Dorothy Tessis Wynne and Harvey Thal Cara and Jonathan Tkatch Jodi and Ryan Tkatch Joanna Grossman and Shawn Tock Michael and Judy Tock Victor z”l & Renee Topper Family Fund Karen and Perry Truster David and Shirley Tsivian Jessica Smuskowitz and Ryan Unruch Marsha and Jack Urowitz Madeline and Avi Vandersluis Yaarit and Greg Vichodez Eric and Estelle Vilensky Michael and Jennifer Vilner Natalie Vine Adam and Michelle Wagman Jay and Debbie Waks Joshua and Katie Waks Mark Waldman Paul and Revie Walman Barry and Gilda Waltman Daniel and Elise Waltman Kimberly and Brian Waltman Ruvan and Danielle Waltman Samara and Adam Waltman Andrea and Sam Waserman Susan and Jack Waserman Jonathan Wasserman and Joanna Fox Melvin Wasserman Robert and Rochelle Waxman Moshe and Debbie Weinberg Paul and Susan Weinberg Alyssa and Daniel Weinerman Bob and Donna Weinerman Lainie and Scott Weinstein Elan Weintraub and Sharon Karvat-Weintraub Anne and Randy Weisz Laura and Jeremy Weisz Sasha Weisz Hinda and Fred Weksberg Kate Sherkey and Benjamin Westelman Lindsay and Benjamin Winograd Jerold and Gale Winter Nan and Jack Wiseman

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Shorashim Continued Jeff and Debra Wolfe Rhonda Wolfond Shirley and Ernie Wolkin Micah Wood and Amy Weizman Eileen and Phil Wunch Liora Yakubowicz Rosalind and Harvey Zalcman Manya and Adolph Zarovinsky Meytal Daniels and Gal Zebrak Natalie and Matthew Zegman Sean and Melanie Zeitz Felix and Rita Zilnik Kelly and Aaron Zimner Tami and Yossi Zimner Samara Truster and Oz Ziv Harvey and Gail Zuckerman Resa Jacob and Houston Zuckerman

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Anonymous (28) Felice Abtan Jamie Abtan Ruthie Ronn and Erez Adiri Mark Alexander and Rachel Yeager Yehuda and Jennifer Alexandroff Adam Allett Susanne Alter Dana and Asher Amar Eti Amouyal Karen and Mark Anhang Vivian Anhang Greg and Jennifer Apple Sarah and Adam Aronsberg Sara Aronson Brooke Ashley Karen Assaraf Arik Averbuch Randi and Matus Averbuch Amit and Galit Aviran Jeffrey and Helena Axler Jerry and Ellen Babbin Deborah and Phil Bacal Marilyn and Tom Bacher Benita and Steven Baker Linda and Dhafer Balboul Shirley and Assaf Bar-Menachem Neve and Bethany Baram Sarah and Eitan Barbalat Adi Barel Alex Barnes Shelby Baum Maxine and Philip Becker Elias Benaim Richard Bennett and Lisa Lipkin Bennett Sheri Herblum and Michael Benson Liat Papular and Joshua Benzacar Ava and Izzy Berger Ariella Shachar and Jonathon Berger Jessica Gordner and Tomer Berman Sharona Beck and Michael Blumenfeld Gillian and Josh Blustein Myra and Steven Blustein Dmitry and Elena Bobyak Howard and Abby Brass Rachel Levy and Adam Braun

William and Marilyn Braverman Suzy Brotman Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich Matthew Buchalter and Robin Mandel-Buchalter Mira Katz and Howard Cadesky Stephanie Calemczuk and Salvatore Zambito Lauren Caplan Joshua and Helaina Cappel Jessica and Daniel Carman Barry Cayen and Dara Maker Vered and Mark Cherun Stacy Chisvin Joy and Arnold Closner Jack and Ruth Cohen Meirav and Shay Cohen Ortal Cohen Ricki Cohen Shelley Cohen Skylar Cohen Martin Copeland Ruth and Glenn Copeland Emma Csillag Hazel Cueto Lisa Dack Alisa and Robert Daly Lauren and Craig Damelin Eva Danon Michal and Benny Daskalo Nicole Dason Melissa David Sheldon and Karen David Arnold and Naomi Davidson Jessica and Brad Davidson Larry and Carolyn Davidson Harriet De Koven Ran and Hagit Dekel Marvin and Judy Demone Howard and Mirah Detsky Jaimee Diamond Berta Dilouya Jacqueline Dimitry Michal Dinary Adena and Justin Ditkofsky Jamina Dumesh Ashley and Michael Dvorkin Marlene and Jack Dworkind Anita and Fred Eckhaus Peter Edrey and Brooke Huang-Edrey Ron and Silvia Eilath Arthur and Sherice Eisenbaum Sean Eisenbaum and Amanda Dale Alexandra and Erez Elias Elliott and Cheryl Ellison Susie Engel Hy and Helen Erlich Rob and Mary Erlich Krista and Martin Esken Stefanie and Andrew Fallis Zev and Zinaida Farber Jared and Jessica Faust Mark Federman and Marina Gutman Bryna and Philip Fellen Roger and Riva Fenster Adam Finkelman Allie Fisch Rea and Stephen Flamer Michael and Sandra Florence

Morrie and Barbara Fogelbaum Joseph and Inna Fooks Seth and Carly Foucault Marlene and Jeffery Freelan Ben and Laura Freeman Josh and Raquel Friedlich Kathy and Avraham Friedman Karin and Alex Friedmann Sharon and Gerry Fryer Shay and Sarit Fuchs Carrie and Stephen Gaines Carly Garfinkel Reva Kohn and David Geffen Michelle and Jonathan Geller Gerskup Family Ryan Gerson and Sharise Mortfield-Gerson Ryan Gertzbein Eleanor and George Getzler Jeffrey and Sheryl Gilman Daniel Glick and Danielle Pessah Leonard and Celia Golberg Jeff and Leah Goldband Keren and Errez Goldberg Arnan and Lori Goldenberg Debbie Goldhar Lynda Goldlust Karen Goren Rachel and Jonathan Gorenstein Michael and Larisa Goyzman Ketty Granite Eric and Karen Green Esther Greenbaum Josh Greenbaum Jason and Sarah Greenspan Hayley and Todd Greenspoon Elana and Matt Grinstein Bella and Alexander Groisman Tilsa Gross Sharon and Adam Gur Sandra Haberman Jacqueline and Haim Habsha Aussi Hagshi and Pamela Greenspoon-Hagshi Andrew and Judy Halasz Gail and David Halbrich Samara Hanick Rotem Blum Harel Karel and Bluma Heimlich Paul and Janet Hennick Niomi and Allen Herblum Liat and Oren Horovitz Moshe Ifergan and Yvonne Liu Hannah Daniels and Yaacov Israel Elaine Asselin and Paul Jacobson Danielle and Kevin Jarrett Jack and Glynis Jerusalim Dale and Stanley Joffe Amy Jubas-Bernstein Reut Kaddar Susan Herscovitch and Harvey Kader Wanda Marini and Brandon Kader Arielle Kadish Eva and Nolan Kane Liana Kanengisser Alla Kaplan Jonathan Karr Steven Kastner and Alana Vertlieb Ryan Katchky and Alison Kliman Darren Katz and Nadine Rockman Katz

Community Donors Continued Ian and Bonny Katz Judith and Arnold Katz Linda and Leon Katz Stephen and Melanie Katz Raymond and Diane Katzeff Elvira Keilikhis Martin and Faye Kellerstein Jennie and David Kelman Natalie and Jeremy Kessler Aaron and Alana Kirsch Jaclyn and Jamie Klayman Abbi Klein Sharon and Amnon Klinghoffer Sherry Cohen and Marty Kofman Smadar and Shelley Koral Nella Koren Brian and Judy Kotzer Jessica and Max Koven Alex Krieger Constanze Kristen Amy Kroft Marilyn Kroft Julie and Sheldon Kuchinsky Peter and Beverley Kunz Esther and Bernard Kuperberg Torryn Kuretzky Peter and Arlene Lack Noa Lait-Segal Henry and Miriam Lamasz Lenore and Gidon Lanel Vanessa Lang Dr. Jacob Langer Suzanne Ceresne Keren and Tom Leibson Bernice and Nate Leipciger Debbie Lenchner Raya Lenskis Steven Leonoff and Deborah Miller Lois Levine Arie and Mila Levit Galit and Alex Levitan Samantha and Aaron Libfeld Alison and Jack Licht Hannah Lidsky Fabiana Lipka Naomi and Hertzel Lipner Vicki and Bruce Lubell Tiki Madar Mark and Cherie Mager Sean and Marla Maislin Susan and Gerry Maldoff Guy Mannheim and Ilit Aharonson-Mannheim David and Lana Marcus Rebecca Sherkey and Ryan Margel Stanley and Ellen Markin Jennifer Marshall and Michael Wolfe Mary and Dean Martin Shiraz Meisels Elijah and Rivka Melnick Dina Stolyarova and Steve Metlitski Michelle and Jack Milner Miltchin Family Assaf Mordachay and Tatyana Shteynberg Aslan Motahedin Ronit Molaim and Avihai Moyal Saul and Susan Muskat

Harvey and Jayne Naiman Jennifer Terner and Omer Naveh Shila and Ron Neman Gail Nisker Liat Niznik-Lomiansky and Joseph Niznik Jordana Kashin and Jordan Novack Amanda Aroosi Ofoegbu and Ike Ofoegbu Ilana Onel Brittany and Michael Orfus Kelly and Sean Ostro Adrienne and Ben Pacht Chen Pascoe Alina Zaltzman and Michael Pearlstein Einav Peretz Gabriella Perez Jaqueline Perlin Iris Perlman Judy and Joe Pernica Linda Pessah Ernie and Beverly Pinkus Amy and Aaron Platt Kristen Porter Michelle and Ian Quansoon Michelle Jacobson and Dean Rabie Suzanne Rapoport Tal Regev Craig Reid and Aviva Golberg Mark and Mindi Reisler Allan and Danielle Reitzes Talia Schwalm and Aaron Rice Lauren and Paul Rivietz R. Robbins Jonathan Robinson and Aviva Dworkind Ruth Rohn Robyn Rosen Codas Dara Abells and Jordan Rosenbaum Richard Roskies and Jessica Wertman Debbi and Ted Ross Donna and Barry Ross Judi and Bobby Ross Oshrat Rotenberg Esther Davids and Jay Rotman Elizabeth and Justin Rozen Noa Rozenblit Bruce Rubin and Steve Hummel Daniel and Karen Rubin Lauren and Jonas Rubinoff Lloyd and Ellen Rubinoff Allison Dabarno and Eric Sacks Sari Sadofsky Jaclyn Saks Andre and Rhoda Salama Ron and Liana Sandberg Alana and Michael Saxe Avrona and Brian Schachter Hershie and Bea Schachter Louis and Mary Scheinman Jack and Anne Schneiderman Erin and Robert Scholl Bernie and Carolyn Schwartz Heather Schwartz Karin Kronenblut and Matthew Schwartz Kathy Schwartz Jodi Schwarz Esther and Aner Shachar Varda Shalev Andrew Shalit and Sarah Marx Erin Shapiro Rachel and Ben Shapiro

Susan and Mark Shapiro Andrea Sharvit Stephen Shedletzky and Julie Herczeg Corey and Isabella Shepherd Mel and Daniela Sher David Sherman Rifke and Moishe Shievitz Dana David and Daniel Shiff Maddie Shiller Bryan Shore Danielle Rodin and Kevin Shore Ian Shore Asi and Sally Shoshan Marvin Shumacher Isaac and Rivka Shvalbe Natalie and Matthew Sidon Brahm Siegel and Paula Feig Rafi Skapinker and Shelby Gangbar Fran and Steven Sklar Harvey Sliwowicz and Erika Krausz Lorne and Debbie Small Judy Smilovits Sasha Alexander Rozhnov and Evgeniya Smirnova Rebecca Soil Shelby Zoladek and Michael Solursh Dina Somin Larry and Cheryl Sonenberg Yael Pressman and Noam Soreni Jonathan and Nicole Spinner Rachel Srebrolow Judy Starr Maureen and Harland Staviss Alan Steinberg Lily and Gord Steinberg Marilyn and Les Steinberg Moe and Karen Stekel Lauren Sterling Ariel Stern and Halie Peters Shawn Stevens Rachael Straus Nirit Suez Bernie and Maureen Tanz Jay and Sandra Taradash Samerat Tekele Miriam and Ehud Telem Candice Levy Thompson and Aidan Thompson Linda and Robert Ullman Benjamin Unger and Doris Rousey-Unger Tal and Helen Vilenski David and Ruth Waltman Risa Wasserman Lauren Weinberg Phyllis Zelkowitz and Morton Weinfeld Lisa Werger-Adler and Shelly Adler Linda and Avery Wislesky Marni Blustein and Michael Wolkowicz Taryn and Corey Yermus Avivit and Eddie Yoffe Beverley and David Young Alona Yudashkin Sara Collis Zalcman and Corey Zalcman Lea Zaltzman Jordana Zelsman Ruth Ziv Malvina and Nathan Zonenberg Ilanit and Itzhak Zvi

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This report includes donations made during the school’s fiscal year July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025.

Gifts are recognized in the year in which the gift was made, not in accordance with the donor’s payment schedule. All donor listings have been carefully checked for accuracy, but errors may have occurred.

Please accept our apologies if you have not been appropriately recognized. We ask you to reach out to our Development Office at development@bialik.ca.

EDITOR Lydia Levin

PHOTOGRAPHY Bialik Staff Caley Taylor Photography

CONTRIBUTORS Jodie Burko

Justine Apple Photography

Michal Daskalo

Shay Markowitz Photography

Aily Goodis Jonathan Karr Lisa Klein Liana Sandberg

Shelby K Photography DESIGN Roberto Rosenman

Erin Silver

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The Ben and Edith Himel Education Centre

Viewmount Branch and Administrative Office

180 Ilan Ramon Boulevard Vaughan, ON L6A 4P6 Phone: 905.417.3737

2760 Bathurst Street Toronto, ON M6B 3A1 Phone: 416.783.3346

contact the development office

Marlee Koplowitz Director of Development mkoplowitz@bialik.ca

Aily Goodis Acting Director of Development agoodis@bialik.ca

Jodie Burko Development Officer jburko@bialik.ca

Lisa Klein Development Coordinator lisaklein@bialik.ca

Michal Daskalo Donor Relations Manager mdaskalo@bialik.ca