Kol Hillel: Summer 2016

Summer 2016

5776 ‫קיץ‬

Scheck Hillel Designs Banner Year Creativity & Innovation

Academic Achievement

Jewish Life & Learning

‫בס״ד‬

Arts &

Athletics

Juda and Maria Diener Lower School | Samuel and Henrietta Scheck Middle School | Ben Lipson Upper School

‫קול הלל‬

Kol Hillel

DESIGN THINKING: How Scheck Hillel students use the design process to make their mark and deepen learning.

WELCOME Welcome to Kol Hillel: Scheck Hillel Community School’s triannual publication. Our summer issue looks back at a banner year through the lens of design, a tool that helps students focus on human needs as a springboard for creating, innovating and learning-while becoming exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values. Write to news@eHillel.org with your thoughts and story ideas.

Grade 11 physics students Joshua Bonwitt and Alexandra Wolf create 3D magnetic fields while Grade 3 students Nicole Fuhrman and Andre Gratzer share progress on information gathering tasks for their group project.

ABOUT SCHECK HILLEL COMMUNITY SCHOOL From early childhood through Grade 12, Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity, values and a commitment to the State of Israel, through a college preparatory curriculum and meaningful co-curricular experiences guided by Orthodox teachings and set within a nurturing, diverse community. Scheck Hillel is the secondlargest Jewish community day school in North America, a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and an International Baccalaureate World School.

ACCREDITATION Scheck Hillel is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools/AdvancEd, the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), and the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA). Scheck Hillel is also a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

KOL HILLEL Kol Hillel is a triannual publication of Scheck Hillel Community School, 19000 NE 25th Avenue, North Miami Beach, FL 33180, P: 305.931.2831. For Kol Hillel sponsorship opportunities, please contact Scheck Hillel’s Development office at 305.931.2831 x279 or give@eHillel.org. For submissions or information, please write to news@eHillel.org.

2015-2016 BOARD OF GOVERNORS Carlos Berner Marty Scheck* Uri Benhamron Gary Mars* David Wolf*

Chair Vice Chair Treasurer Secretary Immediate Past Chair

Susana Abbo Joe Ackerman Michelle Amselem* Mijael Attias Lia Brod Dr. Judith Dach Max Fischbach

Anita Givner, HIP/PTA Chair Isaac Marcushamer Rafael Russ, Past Chair Dana Yemin Schrager* Ronit Shiro Marcos Singer*

EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION Dr. Ezra Levy Dr. Monica Wagenberg Vanessa Donaher Rabbi Joshua Spodek Shani Biton Joshua Meisels* Dr. Helen Chaset Eileen Ginzburg

Head of School Head of Juda and Maria Diener Lower School Head of Ben Lipson Upper School & Director of College Counseling Head of Judaic Studies & Hebrew Language & Director of the Arts Director of Lower School Director of Samuel and Henrietta Scheck

Middle School Director of Professional Development & ESOL Director of Special Programs

Simy Bentata, Grade 11

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Shayel Encaoua, Grade 12

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Victoria Joels, Grade 11

*Hillel alumnus/alumna

WHAT IS DESIGN THINKING? Scheck Hillel students use the design process to connect classroom learning with real-world challenges.

DESIGN THINKING, STEP BY STEP Here are the cognitive activities involved in design thinking, a process for creating solutions to complex problems.

Design thinking in action: Grade 3 students (above) worked in research groups for their Coming to America project. Their investigations began with personal family trees, followed by in-depth research on their countries of ancestry.

Teacher Ann Sweet recounted how 66 students met twice a week in research groups, filling out individual “exit passes� self-evaluating performance as part of a working group.

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Identify the problem or issue.

2.

Conduct research to understand the problem. Who does it affect? For how many people is the problem relevant?

Has anyone else tried to solve it?

3.

Generate ideas through brainstorming.

Use the power of imagination and creativity to come up with as many options as possible. This is a low-risk step where all ideas are considered.

4.

Build a solution. Create a pretotype, a cost effective way to determine whether the solution is viable. Failure during this stage of the design process is welcomed. A working example of the solution, also known as a prototype, follows.

5. Test your prototype.

6. Iterate. Return to the drawing board to refine or modify the solution.

-Developed by Craig Carpentieri, Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Evidence of design thinking can be found in every corner of campus. Whether building robotic cars in Grade 10 or cardboard models in Kindergarten, creating 3D magnetic fields in Grade 11 or 3D letters in PK2, students apply the knowledge gained in class to deepen learning and formulate solutions.

Grade 7 design students make a cinemagraph, a still image which contains a subtle moving element.

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DESIGNING INNOVATION

STEM students craft breakthrough solution to social issue.

Concern over a national problem-and a sizable serving of chutzpah-emboldened three Scheck Hillel Grade 9 students to find a potential solution to school shootings, the focus of their group’s STEM class capstone project. Inspired by RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) technology, Esther Benasayag, Albert Wolak and Abraham Woldenberg wondered whether a similar chip could be embedded in guns, alerting authorities and school officials to the presence of a firearm on campus, along with providing a profile of its owner.

As their idea began to take shape, they recalled that each team was permitted to spend only $100. “We couldn’t find a system for less than $2,000,” Woldenberg said. After searching the Internet for alternatives, they found Portable Technology Solutions (PTS), a New York-based company that offers loaner demo kits, including software, to potential business clients. The team wrote to PTS CEO Brad Horn, who was so intrigued by the students’ idea, he promptly shipped the loaner kit. The total package was valued at $4,000. The students were invited to deliver the keynote speech at the CIJE STEM conference in New York, and have pursued the issue at the legislative level. We look forward to following their progress!

Hillel faculty member Dr. Athena Hadjixenofontos (STEM/computer science) and Grade 9 students Esther Benasayag, Abraham Woldenberg and Albert Wolak pictured with CIJE president Jason Cury, PTS lead developer Howard Heckman and CEO Brad Horn.

“These students are proving that there’s no reason it couldn’t be done. The technology is there. When you have the President of the United States saying ‘I wish we could do more with the technology’-these kids showed that it’s not a tremendous investment, and maybe if we changed a few laws we could

protect schools.”

-PTS

CEO Brad Horn

Grade 10 Personal Project becomes creative outlet for guitar aficionado.

“I decided to learn how to build a guitar because I had many experiences where my own instrument broke, and upon getting it repaired, I was tremendously overcharged. I decided it was better to learn how to do it independently. I chose to build a guitar because I was always interested in how guitars work...the dynamics and sound alone always amazed me. By working on this project, I learned the importance of every single component of the guitar, starting from the type of wood used and the way the wood is cut, to the measurements and placement of the mechanics in order for the guitar to produce the proper sound.

Finding these measurements was very challenging; however, I was able to make a variety of prototypes from MDF (medium density fiber wood) to test them all. This process allowed me to find the most suitable measurements for the guitar.”

-Daniel Bloom, Grade 10, describing the guitar design process from problem identification to prototype design and iterations.

Grade 10 Personal Projects assess students’ skills for self-management, research, communication, critical and creative thinking.

Innovation in the classroom boosted by teacher development.

School may be out for summer, but Scheck Hillel faculty are in-taking advantage of learning opportunities on and off campus.

Below, teachers learn to implement blended learning models by actually experiencing a blended learning session, rotating through activities that employ multiple learning modalities.

“Our teachers are lifelong learners.

They take every opportunity to hone their craft.”

-Dr. Helen Chaset, Director of Professional Development and ESOL

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DESIGNING CHESED

‫גמילות חסדים‬

Kulanu Scholarship Awareness Month mobilizes community.

It takes all of us: Students embrace the spirit of chesed to raise funds for Kulanu, Scheck Hillel’s Scholarship Fund. Thanks to the generosity of Kulanu donors at various levels, campaign goals were reached, enabling Hillel to provide tuition assistance to nearly 20% of the student body. Kol HaKavod to all who could not wait to make a difference!

Middle School chesed program touches needy at home and overseas.

Chesed Club links students with organizations that make a tangible difference around the world.

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DESIGNING CREATIVE EXPERIENCES

Expanded performance and visual arts programs stimulate discovery.

The origins of design can be found in the arts, where inspiration, technique and experimentation come together to drive the creative process. Through the Jordan Alexander Ressler Arts Program at Scheck Hillel, learning in the arts transcends genre; it helps students develop transferrable skills that are highly valued in today’s workplace. Arts learning is also interdisciplinary—integrating Judaic learning and inspiring special projects across subjects and grade levels.

These images reflect the scope of education and artistic expression at Scheck Hillel.

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DESIGNING ACHIEVEMENT

Recognized students are well-rounded, dedicated goal-setters.

Ariel Gelrud ‘16 Named National Merit Scholar

ISSF Recognizes Scheck Hillel Stars

Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

Gelrud will attend the University of Pennsylvania this fall.

Ariel Gelrud

Class of 2016 salutatorian Ariel Gelrud was named a 2016 National Merit Scholar, standing out from more than 1.5 million high school students across the nation. As a winner, Gelrud earned a $2,500 scholarship from the National Merit

Valedictorian Steven Bursztyn, who also will enroll at the University of Pennsylvania, and Ilana Woldenberg, who will attend Barnard College-Columbia University, were named Finalists; Jaqueline Alman (Tulane University) is a Semi-Finalist.

National Commended Scholars include Sivanne Mendelson (University of Miami), Abraham Milhem (University of Pennsylvania) and Tamar Mizrahi (Florida International University).

National Hispanic Scholars include Jacqueline Alman, Steven Bursztyn, Ariel Gelrud, Abraham Milhem, Ilana Woldenberg and Joseph Wolf (University of Michigan).

Shana Cohen, Jacqueline Gorin, Rotem Miara and Mr. Ben Magidson

Mazal tov to Jacqueline Gorin, Grade 5, Rotem Miara, Grade 8, and Shana Cohen, Grade 11, who were honored at the Independent Schools of South Florida (ISSF) Star Awards Ceremony, which annually recognizes outstanding students.

ISSF describes Star Award recipients as students Congratulations to Ariel, his peers who set an example for others to follow, whether in the home, school or community. and their families!

Mazal tov to the 2016-17 Jaime and Raquel Gilinski Hillel Ambassadors (2016-17 Grade-Levels)

Mark Blatt Grade 6

Jaime Bursztyn Grade 9

Eli Gelb Grade 9

Joseph Bensabat Grade 10

Sarah Benoliel Grade 10

“Gilinski Hillel Ambassadors are outstanding students who exemplify leadership and achieve in academics, extracurricular activities or service learning.”

-Jaime Gilinski

Jayme Podgorowiez Grade 10

Keith Bonwitt Grade 11

Benjamin Givner Grade 11

Sandra Feld Grade 12

Dana Graff Grade 12

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DESIGNING HISTORY Scheck Hillel scores major wins, adding Designing the future: For # ‪ G ‎ lobalMakerDay, Shalom Lev Meisels, Grade 4, taught the power of animation to learners across the globe by leading a presentation about design with media teacher Nancy Penchev.

Shalom Lev’s session focused on the Scheck Hillel Maker Club, an early-morning group he leads to promote openended thinking and creation.

Power of play: Scheck Hillel’s youngest cubs (PKT-18 months) have taken over their new playground with glee, exploring, climbing and socializing in the multi-level, multi-sensory equipment designed just for them. Many thanks go to generous donors and HIP/ PTA for enhancing learning in our Early Childhood Education program.

Moving on up: A record four seniors will be competing at the varsity or pro levels upon graduation. Mandy Cohen will join the cross country team at Lynn University; Ariel Croitoru will go on to fence for University of Notre Dame, and Sara Dreyfuss will play tennis for the University of Pennsylvania. Netty Silberman will be exploring professional soccer playing options in Italy. B’hatzlacha to them all!

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Designing Pesach for the 21st century: Scheck Hillel made history April 18 when it placed first in the 2016 Technion Jewish Day School Challenge, (created by RAVSAK and Technion-Israel Institute of Technology) competing alongside peers from 41 day schools around the globe. Led by faculty advisors Dr. Athena Hadjixenofontos (STEM/computer science) and Mr. Charles Mahoney (STEM/Design), Grade 6 students Zachary Lemmer, Hannah Stern, Sadie Slomovitz and Malvina Dimitri (pictured above, l to r) demonstrated a range of mechanical and engineering systems that connected to the symbols of Pesach. “The challenge represents Scheck Hillel’s mission, vision and values,” said Dr. Ezra Levy, Scheck Hillel’s Head of School. “An experience like this reinforces 21st century day school education as the source of promise for a bright Jewish future.” Mazal tov to these inventive thinkers!

Science Teams Shine at Fairchild: Congratulations to the 17 Grade 7 life sciences students upon receiving the Fairchild Challenge Award in May. The Fairchild Challenge is an interdisciplinary environmental science competition designed to engage students to explore the natural world. Scheck Hillel’s teams not only exceeded the number of points needed to receive the award, but also brought home the Bronze Award for their overall performance in the challenges.

DESIGNING HISTORY new chapters to school’s history books.

South Florida High School Israel Solidarity Assembly: On October 19, 2015, Scheck Hillel Community School hosted students from Donna Klein Jewish Academy, Rabbi Alexander S. Gross Hebrew Academy and Yeshiva High School of Boca, the first time that more than 1,000 South Florida students have come together at a shared school event in solidarity for Israel.

With one heart and one soul, the teens banded together to raise awareness of the situation in Israel, to pray for peace around the world, and to declare loudly and proudly: AM YISRAEL CHAI!

State Champions: Scheck Hillel Community School made history on February 9, 2016, when the school’s boys’ varsity soccer team defeated the defending state champions Maitland Orangewood Christian in the 1A state title game: likely the first win of its kind for a Jewish school in the nation.

More than 400 Lions fans packed the stands in Melbourne, Florida, to watch the team compete for the elusive title of State Champion. The energy from the Lions fans did not dwindle even as the scoreless 0-0

game entered overtime, double overtime, and eventually, penalty kicks. In the sixth round, Scheck Hillel secured the dramatic 1-0 win.

“It is a blessing for me and my team to be a part of it,” said team co-captain Netty Silberman, who scored a hat trick in the state semifinals game. Silberman shared words of gratitude for his school and his community: “We’re the ones playing, but the truth is all of your support and prayers are what got us here. Thank you.”

Aspirations in Computing: The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) presented the Aspirations in Computing South Florida awards to Scheck Hillel’s Juda and Maria Diener Lower School media teacher Nancy Penchev and to Natalie Broide (Grade 11). Mrs. Penchev received the Educator Award-the only Florida teacher to win it-in recognition of her support of young women’s exploration of Science and Technology. Natalie was recognized for her outstanding aptitude and interest in information technology and computing, Mazal tov to these Scheck Hillel techies!

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DESIGNING JEWISH LIFE, LEARNING

Advocacy, commemoration and celebration enrich classroom curricula.

Immersive experiences connect students with their Jewish past and present, reinforcing community as a pillar of Jewish continuity. Students help to plan and present programs in partnership with Judaic Studies and Hebrew Language faculty and staff, including school shlichim and b’not sherut. Above, Scheck Hillel commemorates Yom HaShoah, welcomes a delegation from Israel’s Knesset, and joyously celebrates Yom Ha’Atzmaut. Below, more than 70 Grade 9 students explore Medinat Yisrael, strengthening the unique bonds that tie them to the land and to each other.

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ATHLETICS ROUNDUP Winter and Spring Sports Statistics (Wins-Losses-Ties) Ben Lipson Upper School Junior Varsity Boys’ Volleyball 3-6 Varsity Boys’ Volleyball 8-3 Advanced to first-ever district tourney Varsity Boys’ Soccer State Champions

13-0-1

Varsity Boys’ Basketball 7-10 Advanced to district semifinals Varsity Girls’ Basketball

4-5

Varsity Girls’ Soccer

6-3-1

Varsity Girls’ Tennis Advanced to regionals

8-2

Varsity Girls’ Flag Football

2-3

ALL-DADE RECOGNITIONS (Miami Herald) 1st Team: Netty Silberman 2nd Team: Leon Almosny 3rd Team: Alan Landau, Salo Lapco 3A-1A Co-Coach of the Year: Ben Magidson Samuel and Henrietta Scheck Middle School Girls’ Volleyball Boys’ Basketball Boys’ Soccer Girls’ Basketball Girls’ Soccer

3-4 7-1 5-1 4-3 1-3-2

Juda and Maria Diener Lower School Grades 4-5 Girls’ Basketball 3-1 Grade 4 Boys’ Basketball

3-2

Grade 5 Boys’ Basketball JAL Champions

5-1

Grades 4-5 Boys’ Soccer JAL Champions

5-2

Grades 4-5 Girls’ Soccer 2nd place in districts

2-1

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CLASS OF 2016

Mazal tov to the Class of

Raquel Abraham University of Florida

Sari Ackerman Bar-Ilan University

Jacqueline Alman Tulane University

Leon Almosny Bentley University

Leana Ammar Florida International University

Daniela Anidjar Florida International University

Tania Benasayag Babson College

Jeremy Benhamou IDC Herzliya

Karine Bensabat Nova Southeastern University

Steven Bursztyn University of Pennsylvania

Andrea Cohen Bar-Ilan University

Fortunee Cohen Florida International University

Mandi Cohen Lynn University

Susy Cohen Florida International University

Victoria Cohen Florida International University

Ariel Croitoru University of Notre Dame

Isaac Darwiche Babson College

Sarah Dreyfuss University of Pennsylvania

Simon Elharrar University of Central Florida

Daniel Ellenbogen University of Maryland

Julia Ellis University of Maryland

Andy Elyakim Lynn University

Brandon Elyakim Lynn University

Shayel Encaoua University of Miami

Uriel Epelbaum JTS-Columbia University

Michael Escobar Lynn University

Daniel Fiske Indiana University at Bloomington

Amalia Fuhrman New York University

Jacobo Fux University of Miami

Ariel Gelrud University of Pennsylvania

Alyssa Goldberg Full Sail University

Daniela Hanono New York University

Mark Hanz University of Maryland

Daniela Hojda University of Miami

Benjamin Jaffe Yeshivat Ashreinu

Sofia Kiblisky University of Miami

Joel Kriger Florida Gulf Coast University

Alan Landau Florida International University

Tere Jafif Miami International University of Art & Design

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Daniella Lanes Florida Atlantic University

CLASS OF 2016

2016 graduates and families!

Salomon Lapco Florida International University

Alice Lekach University of Maryland

Jade Mimoun Florida International University

Tamar Mizrahi Florida International University

Bradley Moskovitz University of Arizona

Abraham Osman University of Florida

Michal Paniry University of Florida

Natasha Ruah Florida International Univeresity

Daniela Schmutter University of Florida

Ashley Stambouli School of Fashion Design

Max Stern Young Judaea Year Course

Jacob Mars University of Michigan

Sivanne Mendelson University of Miami

Abraham Milhem University of Pennsylvania

Alexandra Mundlak Yeshiva University

Michel Nessim University of Maryland

Eitan Newfield University of California Davis

Adam Oliel Florida International University

Avi Parrino Syracuse University

Alan Pinkhasov Miami Dade College

Beny Redensky Florida International University

Victoria Rivero Undecided

Miranda Ruah Miami Dade College

Ronnie Shayner Suffolk University

Arielle Shoikhet Parsons School of Design

Netanel Silberman Professional Soccer-Italy

Goldie Sion Yeshiva University

Aviva Sredni Yeshiva University

Isabella Szkolnik Lynn University

Aaron Traub American University

Ilana Woldenberg Barnard CollegeColumbia University

Joseph Wolf University of Michigan

Leba Levy Marissa Lichy Florida Atlantic University Young Judaea Year Course

Talia Svid University of Florida

Benjamin Zafrani Florida International University

Jacob Zaretsky Ivy Tech Community College

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DESIGNING LEADERSHIP Parent and family engagement is a win-win for students, teachers.

HIP/PTA presents a range of activities that help fulfill mitzvot and also encourage family fun. This year’s Mishloach Manot Purim campaign was one of the group’s most successful fundraisers. The parentteacher body also contributed to the new ECE playground, and put together another fantastic episode of “Chopped,” a Above left, treats are ready for Mishloach Manot bags. Right, the pink team-one of 15 cooking cooking competition. Thank you, HIP/PTA, teams of made up of parents, students and teachers-wins the “Chopped” event. for developing leadership role models!

Annual Meeting recognizes, installs board members, reflects on year Scheck Hillel’s Annual Meeting on June 7 focused on the accomplishments of an extraordinary school year and on the opportunities that lie ahead. Outgoing Board of Governors members Dr. Judith Dach, and Hillel alumni Gary Mars and Dana Yemin Schrager were recognized for their dedicated service to the school, and the 2016-17 Board was installed. Dr. Ezra Levy presented his Head of School address, to reflect on the year and look ahead. The Board of Governors is the volunteer body that works closely with school leadership to uphold Scheck Hillel’s mission and policies.

2016-17 Board of Governors: (l to r) JoAnn Froimzon, Ronit Shiro, Vice Chair Marty Scheck*, Max Fischbach, Treasurer Marcos Singer*, Silvia Assor, Joe Ackerman, Secretary Uri Benhamron, Isaac Marcushamer, Chair Carlos Berner and Eliane Kravetz Not pictured: Susana Abbo, Michelle Amselem*, Mijael Attias, HIP/PTA Chair Anita Givner, Lia Brod and Past Chair Rafael Russ

*Alumnus/a

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Parent education takes on many forms at Scheck Hillel. Parents share in hands-on activities with their children (below), attend school counseling workshops, or learn Talmud from faculty in the “My Teacher, My Friend” series. Formal and informal learning opportunities take place year-round. Stay tuned for 2016-17 programs!

Class of 1995

ALUMNI NOTES

Mazal tov to Taly Sher (‘95) for receiving the Long & Foster's Executive's Club Award in Maryland. This accolade is reserved for top real estate agents of the largest privately owned real estate company in the nation, Long & Foster.

1998 Nicole Worthalter (‘98) and David Sutton (‘98) were married in January.

Nicole is the daughter of Hanna & Dr. Peysaf Worthalter. David is the son of Francine & Edward Aronowitz. Mazal tov!

Gabriel Groisman (‘98), councilman of Bal Harbour Village, has created an anti-BDS law in Bal Harbour that has already achieved results: The Church by the Sea has cut ties with parent church's BDS policies.

Gabriel was also invited to be a speaker at the United Nations for the First International Summit Against BDS hosted by Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon.

1999 Mazal tov to Tely and Dr. Avner Yemin (‘99), who welcomed their son, Ariel Moshe. Proud grandparents are Shela & David Gozal and Tova & Moshe Yemin. Tova is a member of our Juda and Maria Diener Lower School faculty.

2000 Mazal tov to Susan Morjain Sperling (‘00) and Michael Sperling, who welcomed their daughter, Alexa Rochelle. Proud grandparents are Elizabeth & Marcos Morjain and Leigh & Don Sperling.

Jennifer Hochstadt and Dario Azar (‘00) were married in March.

Jennifer is the daughter of Yolanda & Mike Hochstadt. Dario is the son of Irene Sirvent and Eduardo Azar. Mazal tov!

2000-2001 Mazal tov to Devora (Bergman) (‘01) and Michael Courtney (‘00), who welcomed their son, Moses Gabriel, in January. Proud grandparents are Marlene & Dale Bergman and Tova & Stuart Courtney.

2002

Taly Sher

Alan Salinas

Carolina Russ (‘08) was selected as a Lululemon Ambassador. This is reserved for “driven athletes and amazing individuals who harness Lululemon’s passion to elevate the world. These ambassadors aspire to greatness and inspire locally and globally.

2009 Magali Halle and Josh Orlinsky (‘09) were married in December.

Magali is the daughter of Marisa & Danny Halle. Josh is the son of Jacy & Steven Orlinsky. Mazal tov!

Alan Salinas (‘09) is developing his professional career as an Equity Research Associate at Raymond James in Tampa. He earned a master’s in finance from the University of Florida in 2013 and has worked at Raymond James since. Alan is the son of Betty & Mario Salinas. Betty is Scheck Hillel’s Director of Admissions.

Loren Yudovich (‘09) graduated from FIU College of Law. Her mother, Shoshana Yudovich, is a member of our Early Childhood Education faculty.

2012 Sheina Stiberman (‘12) and Robert Dalis were married in December.

Sheina is the daughter of Keila & Sergio Stiberman. Robert is the son of Elena & Michael Dalis. Mazal tov!

Micaela Zino (‘12) and Ohad Einhorn were married in December.

Micaela is the daughter of Adela & Ron Gottesmann and Ben-Zion Zino. Ohad is the son of Nirit & Haim Einhorn. Mazal tov!

Mazal tov to Sari (Azout) (‘02) and Shlomo Khoudari, who welcomed their son, Jacobo. Proud grandparents are Gilda & Jack Azout and Jacqueline & Benjamin Khoudari.

2003 Mazal tov to Erica (Feldenkreis) (‘03) and Albert Lichy (‘03), who welcomed their son, Moshe Judah. Proud grandparents are Ellen & Oscar Feldenkreis and Kathy & Max Lichy.

2004 Mazal tov to Monica (Morjain) (‘04) and Dr. Harry Salinas, who welcomed their son, Alexander Marc. Proud grandparents are Elizabeth & Marcos Morjain and Camila & Alberto Salinas.

Cousins Alexander Marc Salinas and Alexa Rochelle Sperling

Share your news and photos with Joana Wagenberg Kirsch (‘95), Associate Director of Development/Alumni Relations at x195 or kirsch@eHillel.org.

2008 Deedee (Goldstein) Bitran (‘08) wrote an article for FIU Law’s website discussing the rise in antisemitism and the recent law passed in Florida to combat BDS. She credits Scheck Hillel for instilling in her a love for Israel from a very young age.

Dori Gilinski (‘08) showcased more than 20 young Latin American and European artists in the “Youth” exhibition, May 16-30, in her eponymous gallery in Miami, her first show to open to the public. Dori has degrees from Oxford University and the Courtauld Institute of Art.

Moshe Judah Lichy and his parents, Albert and Erica

As of June 3, 2016

Micaela and Ohad Einhorn

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More than 150 alumni and friends of Scheck Hillel Community School gathered June 9 for the second annual AlumNight. Classes from the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s reunited with friends and longtime and new faculty and staff. Many of the group are now Scheck Hillel parents or teachers themselves! Thank you to all alumni and friends who attended. Look for details to save the dates for more upcoming alumni events!