2017-2018
ANNUAL REPORT
MISSION We nurture the unique potential of each student through an exceptional Jewish and general studies education.
VISION Innovative Jewish thinkers begin their journey here. Our students explore the world through the lens of Jewish values and develop a love of learning, a personal relationship with the State of Israel and its people, and a commitment to the betterment of the world through tikkun olam.
Our values LOVE OF LEARNING
Torah Lishmah
תורה לשמה
COMMUNITY KEHILLAH
קהילה
RESPECT KAVOD
כבוד
LOVE OF ISRAEL
AHAVAT YISRAEL
אהבת ישראל
REPAIR OF THE WORLD
TIKKUN OLAM
תיקון עולם
JEWISH LIFE AND LEARNING MITZVOT AND HALACHAH
מצוות והלכה
We inspire a love of learning and encourage intellectual curiosity across all disciplines. Students learn to think creatively and independently in a community infused with Jewish tradition and values. We establish a strong partnership between students, teachers, parents, and the community beyond the classroom and campus. Our vibrant learning community focuses on the intellectual, social, and spiritual needs of each child. We encourage a shared responsibility for treating others and ourselves with respect and dignity. Our students and faculty practice empathy, menschlichkeit, and integrity when interacting with others. We empower our students to develop an ongoing personal connection to Israel by studying its history, its culture, and the Hebrew language. Students learn the importance of Israel both in the classroom and within the land itself.
Our students learn the importance of communal responsibility and service both locally and globally through acts of tikkun olam (repair of the world) and gemilut hasadim (expressions of loving kindness). We inspire our students to find joy and meaning in Torah, Tefillah, rituals, and practices, including the teaching and celebration of lifecycle events, holidays, and traditions within our school community.
FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL Over this past year, our Board of Trustees and professional team engaged in a tremendous amount of important work on behalf of our school and students. No work was more important, in my estimation, than that which surrounded the creation and further articulation of our school’s mission, vision and core values as it is those ideas that inform all of the work we do here at Golda Och Academy. We spent countless hours thinking about who we are as a school and who we want to be. We arrived at language in our mission that emphasized our work as it relates to nurturing the unique potential of each student in all of their learning, both inside and outside of the classroom. Our vision statement emphasizes the idea that our students are deep, critical and innovative thinkers. They are explorers who see the world and learning through the lens of Jewish values, and who strive to develop a deep connection with the people and land of Israel while always seeking to make the world around them a better place through myriad tikkun olam efforts. In articulating our core values we needed to look no further than the outstanding work being done by our faculty and students. One need only to walk down the halls of our Wilf Lower School campus or Eric F. Ross Upper School Campus for just a few moments before seeing Torah Lishmah, a love of learning, emanating from our classrooms. Mitzvot and halacha, expressions of engaging and meaningful Jewish life, can be seen through the smiles and excitement on the faces of our students when they are dressing up for Purim or getting ready to embark on a weekend-long Shabbaton with their classmates and friends. Kavod, respect, permeates all that we do here in school. There is a shared commitment to creating a caring and respectful environment where students and teachers feel free to express their thoughts and opinions and where empathy, menschlichkeit and integrity are always on display. It is this high level of mutual respect that enables our students and teachers to work together in an effort to make the world around them a better place. The lessons of the classroom that push our students to think critically also provide the motivation for countless tikkun olam (repair of the world) efforts that happen in both our local and wider school community. Ahavat Yisrael, a love of Israel, and the creation of a deep and meaningful bond with the land and its people is central to our work. Our students have the unique opportunity to take their deep study from the classroom many steps further as they are able to touch and feel and understand Israel through our Na’ale and Neshama experiences and numerous encounters with our friends from our partner city of Merchavim throughout the school year. These experiences, coupled with conversations and debate about the complexities of Israel, go a long way towards enabling our students to have a well-rounded and knowledgeable perspective on the issues of the day. Our vibrant kehillah, community, shines in so many ways: be it through the love and support our students show for one another, the care our teachers take when working with their students outside of the classroom, an alumni Shabbat dinner on the Upper West Side attended by close to 100 people and when our parents reach out to get together and/or help their fellow parents who are in need. Time and again when asked what is so special about Golda Och Academy the word community comes to the forefront. I am confident that the work undertaken to fully articulate and consider who we are as a school will only serve to help and guide us as we look ahead to the 2018-19 school year. This year will be one of continued exploration and growth for our students and teachers. We are thrilled to be welcoming in inspiring new teachers along with a new Upper School Principal, Rabbi Elliot Goldberg. I am confident that Rabbi Goldberg, along with our Lower School Principal Mrs. Carrie Zucker Siegel and each of their teams, will push our school and students to new heights in the coming year in an effort to fully live out our school’s mission to nurture the unique potential of each and every student.
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From The Board Chair
FROM THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
It has been another busy and productive year for Golda Och Academy. We have been blessed with much success and good fortune, and we are extremely proud that we have been true to our core mission of nurturing the unique potential of each student through an exceptional Jewish and general studies education. Last September, our Gannon students began their GOA journeys walking confidently into our impressive Wilf Lower School Campus donning over-sized backpacks, grinning ear-to-ear. In May, our graduating seniors held their heads high, beaming with pride alongside their families and the greater GOA community, as they commenced the next stage of their lives. In between, we experienced countless moments where our hearts and minds were elevated by being part of the GOA family – ranging from bettering the world through tikkun olam to witnessing acts of menschlichkeit inside and outside of the classroom. As we reflect on the year, we are thankful for these moments, but we do not take them for granted. We are embarking together on the next chapter of GOA’s story, and it remains incumbent on each of us to play our respective parts to ensure that we move from strength to strength. By choosing GOA, we recognize the value of this education for our children, our families and the Jewish community at large. GOA is the only Solomon Schechter Pre-K -12 school in New Jersey, and one of the precious few in the United States – making our mission and success important to the future of American’s Jewish community. GOA students are taught essential skills of Torah study and Hebrew language, while being infused with Jewish values in everyday activities – from athletics and the arts to caring for the environment. Our graduates step out into the world with a love for Israel, having spent valuable time visiting the Jewish state and understanding the importance of Zionism through a modern lens. As they arrive on college campuses and begin their adult lives, GOA graduates are well-equipped as advocates for the Jewish people and ambassadors for our school. At the core, we are building the future of Jewish leadership – we are proud that GOA alumni continue to play major roles in numerous communities, synagogues, schools, businesses and philanthropic organizations. All of this magic happens due to the tireless and generous support of our wonderful teachers, administration, supporters, lay leaders, alumni, grandparents and families. Our school is a special place and a sacred kehillah because of each of you. Shana tovah and best wishes for a wonderful, happy, and healthy New Year.
Rebecca Berman
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תורה לשמה
LOVE OF LEARNING
Torah Lishmah
In November, 3rd, 4th and 5th graders were treated to an exciting evening at the Eric F. Ross Upper School Campus with hands-on activities and experiments during STEM Night. Groups cycled through math, technology and engineering stations and also chose a biology, chemistry or physics science experiment.
From The Board Chair
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS DONOR SUPPORT 2017-18
Our school is extremely grateful to the many donors who supported Golda Och Academy in 2017-18, helping to provide a transformational Jewish day school experience to our students. We are fortunate to have received support this year through various efforts and outlets, including our Annual Fund, Spring Gala, the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest, generous grants and individual gifts. Our most important annual fundraiser, the GOA Annual Fund, raised $691,219 from 676 donors this year from current and past parents, alumni, grandparents and community friends. This important effort covers the difference between school tuition and operations. Every gift counts and is appreciated! The GOA Annual Fund allows the school to offer the highest levels of academic excellence, affordability, faculty development and diverse student enrichment opportunities. Special thank you to our hard-working GOA Annual Fund Chairs Seth Brown, Anne Kroll and Miriam Linver, Major Gifts Chairs Michelle Berger and Sheryl Pearlstein, and to school parents Julie and Jonathan Schwartz for hosting this year’s Major Gifts Dinner. This year’s Spring Gala, held at the Crystal Plaza on June 6, 2018, raised $242,944 in support of our school. Mazel Tov to our 2018 Spring Gala Honorees Michelle and Bruce Berger and to Distinguished Volunteer Award recipient Liz Bier. We also extend our appreciation to our generous corporate sponsors: Berger Organization, BNE Real Estate, Harbor Hills Day Camp, and Sacks Orthodontics. Golda Och Academy was also fortunate to receive a generous grant of $300,000 from the Paula and Jerry Gottesman Family Supporting Foundation. An additional $130,000 grant was received by The Gottesman Fund in NYC for financial aid and $50,000 in STEAM/STEM Research and Planning. We are also excited to unveil the Piri and Nate Davis z”l Family Cafeteria at the Wilf Lower School thanks to a beautiful naming gift from Stacey and Gene Davis as well as introduce the Stanley and Ruby z”l Strauss Scholarship Endowment Fund established by alumni parent Stanley Strauss. This past year, we also commemorated past president Peter J. Herzberg’s 10th yahrzeit and thank the supporters of the Peter J. Herzberg Memorial Teachers Grant Fund. As a proud partner agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest, Golda Och Academy received an annual allocation of $170,994 in 2017-18. We were delighted that GOA was recognized for our outstanding participation at the BigGive — Federation’s annual phonathon — and are excited that so many alumni parents are joining the CommUNITY Israel Mission in October in celebration of Israel’s 70th. Total financial support for GOA reached close to $2M in 2017-18. Thank you to our Development Co-Chairs Shari Broder and Michele Landau for their leadership and to our professional Development team: Jackie Cistaro, Michelle Moallem, Caryn Rosenberg, and Erin Sternthal for their hard work. We are so pleased to have many outreach programs that maintain strong connections to our GOA family. This year, we sponsored several events including 5th, 10th, 20th and 30th alumni reunions; our annual Alumni Basketball Game and Lunch; Freshman Care Package Project; College Alumni Summer BBQ and an Alumni Shabbat dinner in NYC with close to 100 alumni! We held two Parents of Alumni events: Ladies Israeli Cooking Night and the Summertime Dinner. Grandparents & GrandFriends Day this year attracted over 330 guests on both campuses of our school! Thank you to our Alumni Executive Committee, Grandparents and Parents of Alumni committees who help us to keep everyone close and involved! For more information on the ways to get involved and make a difference to GOA, please contact me at (973) 602-3612 or sbashsoudry@goldaochacademy.org. Wishing you all a sweet new year in 5779!
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Stephanie Bash-Soudry
קהילה
COMMUNITY
KEHILLAH
In March, we loved seeing all the smiling faces at Grandparents and Grandfriends Day as we welcomed more than 330 guests who are such an integral part of the Golda Och Academy community. At both campuses, our special visitors got to see firsthand the incredible experiences and learning opportunities our students have every day.
2017-18 Financial Information Teaching Excellence Grants
WITH SPECIAL THANKS
Piri and Nate Davis z”l Family Cafeteria The Wilf Lower School Campus has a newly-dedicated Piri and Nate Davis z”l Family Cafeteria in memory of Piri and Nate Davis z”l, beloved parents, grandparents and great-grandparents who survived the Holocaust. This beautiful gift was made by Stacey and Gene Davis, school grandparents and parents of alumni; Pamela (Bier) Davis ’02 and Jordan Davis ’01 and their children Avery ’30, Paige ’30 and Noah Davis; Kylie Davis ‘03, Brandon Davis ‘08 and Raina Davis ‘08. Both Piri and Nate Davis z”l were born in Czechoslovakia – Nate born in what was then the Carpathian Ruthenia region and Piri in the Slovakia region. Nate survived service as an impressed laborer during World War II while Piri survived Auschwitz, Piri and Nate Davis z”l Buchenwald and Bergen-Belsen and was left as the only surviving member of her family at 16 years old. Following the war, she worked as a factory laborer and physician’s assistant. The couple married in Prague in 1948 and spent the next 64 years together, literally spending every minute of the day side-byside in business, at home and in retirement. Throughout their marriage, they lived in Czechoslovakia, Israel, Canada, Ohio, New Jersey and Texas. After moving to the US, Nate was trained in the delicatessen and restaurant business, and the couple became owners of three businesses - one in Ohio and then Lipshitz and Son Delicatessen and Restaurant in Newark and Deli King in Linden. Piri and Nate retired in 1987 to join their children and grandchildren in Dallas, TX and then returned to New Jersey with the family in 1992. Piri and Nate were founding members of Temple Israel in Springfield, NJ and members and contributors of Congregation Ahavath Zion in Maplewood, New Jersey. Piri and Nate always put their family first: children Gene, Jeffrey and Ronnie; daughters-in-law Stacey, Babette and Linda; grandchildren Jordan ’01, Pamela ’02, Kylie ’03, Jared ’04, Joel ’08, Madison ’10, Brandon ’08, Raina ’08 and Mira ’14; and their great-grandchildren Paige (GOA Grade 1), Avery (GOA Grade 1) and Noah. As wonderful role models, they taught their family to give generously, live honestly and love unconditionally.
Arie and Eva Halpern z”l Fund For Jewish Heritage Parents of alumni and long-time GOA supporters Chick and Shelley Paradis founded the Arie and Eva Halpern z”l Fund for Jewish Heritage to enrich Judaics studies at our school through the addition of unique speakers, artists, scholars, lectures, concerts and other programs. The fund was established in memory of Shelley’s father, Arie Halpern z”l, and his wife Eva Halpern z”l. In the past few years, the fund has supported the Fifth Grade Yad Project, the Kolot Hayam Choir Festival, the 7th Grade Tallit Project, a Yiddish elective, and artists in residence including: David Moss (Moss Haggadah) and Rabbi Matthew Berkowitz, Holocaust educator Rachel Korazim at the Upper School and the Peace Mural Project at the Lower School. Arie was born in 1918 in Chorostkow, Poland, surviving the war with only his brother Sam. A few years after the war, Arie came to the United States and became a real estate developer in New Jersey. He was active in many Jewish organizations and gave tzedakah to many Jewish causes in his community and in Israel. He was especially supportive of all kinds of educational institutions and was a strong believer in the importance of Jewish education. Arie was passionate about studying and living Torah and
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wanted to make sure that future generations would continue to be knowledgeable and engaged in Jewish life. A religious man, not just in observance but through his very core, Arie lived and breathed Judaism in everything he did. He believed that everything he had was a gift from G-d. Arie was known as a warm, kind, modest man who was always ready to help and teach others and was very devoted to his family and community. Eva was also a very kind, calm and warm woman who cared deeply about her family and friends. A selfless person, Eva was always giving to others and did what she could to make others happy. Arie and Eva’s legacy lives on through their children: Bella Savran, Shelley Paradis, Nanette Brenner, Ben Stein and Henry Stein as well as their 16 grandchildren, four Arie and Eva Halpern z”l of which are GOA alumni: Gonen Paradis ’98, Dalit Paradis ’00, Kalya Paradis ’03 and Matan Paradis ’07.
Stanley and Ruby z”l Strauss Scholarship Endowment Fund With a commitment to Jewish day school education, GOA donor Stanley Strauss has established the Stanley and Ruby z”l Strauss Scholarship Endowment Fund to provide financial aid to students in need. “Jewish day schools,” said Stanley, “effectively transmit Jewish values which we need for the continuity of the Jewish people.” In addition to this generous new fund, Stanley has been a strong supporter of our school for many years, having contributed to important capital campaigns. His youngest son, Andrew, attended our school and graduated in 1983. Stanley grew up in Brooklyn to an observant family and received his Jewish education from Brooklyn Jewish Center. During his senior year of law school, he married Ruby, and the couple then moved to New Jersey, living for many years in South Orange with their three sons. Stanley worked as the publisher of the New Jersey Law Journal before retiring in 1986.
Ruby z”l and Stanley Strauss
Over the years Stanley has been extremely involved with the Jewish community, serving on various committees at the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest. He was UJA chairman for two years and president of the Jewish Federation for three years. He is also a past president of Oheb Shalom Congregation in South Orange. Ruby Strauss z”l grew up in Hillside, NJ. In addition to raising three sons, Ruby worked in the synagogue and on community projects. When her children were older, she attended NYU and received a Master’s in Hebrew Literature. She worked for Behrman House Publishers and became a vice president at the company, editing, authoring and publishing books. Ruby was also a miniaturist and developed a series of panoramas of the Lower East Side that were exhibited at the JCC in Whippany. She was a caring, giving woman with a wonderful sense of humor. Stanley currently lives in West Palm Beach and enjoys spending time with his family, including his seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
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2017-18 Financial Information Teaching Excellence Grants
TEACHING EXCELLENCE GRANTS
THE 2018 RECIPIENTS OF GRANTS PROMOTING TEACHING EXCELLENCE THE PETER J. HERZBERG MEMORIAL GRANT FUND The Peter J. Herzberg Memorial Grant Fund was established in 2008 in memory of Peter J. Herzberg z”l, a beloved past president of Golda Och Academy’s Board of Trustees. Herzberg recognized the important work of the school’s faculty and made his support a priority. Golda Och Academy is grateful to his wife, Hon. Lisa Crystal, and three children: Ben Herzberg (Class of 2006), Arielle Herzberg (Class of 2009) and Ilana Herzberg (Class of 2009), who have continued this important legacy. This year’s recipients of the Peter J. Herzberg Memorial Grant Fund include: •
Tracy Bernstein, Lower School Faculty - General Studies, to attend Curriculum Writing to create a project-based unit of study on European exploration
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Stephanie Bonder, Lower School Faculty - General Studies, to attend a Summer Sandbox/Project-Based Learning Workshop
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Vardit Caspi, Upper School Hebrew Language Department Chair, to attend a three-day workshop: Bishvil Ha’Ivrit – From Assessment to Planning Instruction
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Natasha Cooper-Benisty, Lower School Faculty - Judaic Studies, to attend New CAJE Conference
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Suzanne Epstein, Lower School Faculty - General Studies, for Bank Street College Course “Fractions, Decimals, and Percents: Looking at Models, Big Ideas, Strategies and Contexts”
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Sandi Fein, Lower School Learning Specialist, for Linda Mood Bell online Reading Course “Visualizing and Verbalizing Program”
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Linda Glasofer, Lower School Faculty – General Studies, to attend Curriculum Writing to create a project-based unit of study on European exploration
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Aliza Mayer, Lower School Faculty - General Studies, for Bank Street College Course “Early Childhood Assessment”
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Gail Shapiro, Upper School Foreign Language Chair, for the online course: Flipped Classroom level 2
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Rina Yuhaev, Upper School Faculty – Hebrew Department, to attend a three-day workshop: Bishvil Ha’Ivrit – From Assessment to Planning Instruction
THE GOTTESMAN FUND STEM GRANT Golda Och Academy is grateful to The Gottesman Fund in NYC for their support of professional development opportunities for our faculty in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Thanks to this grant, several of our faculty members have participated in courses and workshops over the course of the year.
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Upper School science faculty members Susan Allie, Brad Gerstle, Jamie Perrello. Gaby Sonet and STEM Coordinator Dr. Shira Kelmanovich participated in a BER Workshop: Strategies to Strengthen Your Science Instruction. The workshop included an overview of the Next Generation Science Standards and had teachers examine their own curriculum to see how it addressed its core ideas and cross-cutting concepts. The course highlighted the advantages of flipping a classroom and some of the howto’s associated with this.
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Upper School Math Department Chair Nina Bilmes attended NJAIS Lower School Mathematics Round Table for Lower School Math Teachers and Curriculum Coordinators. She also attended the NCTM Annual Convention , which featured sessions on technology, curriculum, mathematical modeling, purposeful planning and student engagement. Ms. Bilmes also attended the Hands-on Activities for Middle School Math from Association of Mathematics Teachers of New Jersey (AMTMJ).
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Upper School science teacher Gaby Sonet attended the National Science Teachers Association Conference as well as a Decoding Cancer lecture.
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Lower School science teacher Debra Feldman attended the National Science Teachers Association STEM Forum & Expo in Philadelphia, PA.
THE FUND FOR FACULTY INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE The Fund for Faculty Innovation and Excellence, now in its sixth consecutive year, was created by GOA parents Elizabeth and Gerald Cohen to reward teachers with unique and cutting-edge plans for the classroom and provide them with the resources to put their plans into action. Last year’s grant recipients were Upper School art teacher Bethanie Watson and Upper School Math Department Chair Nina Bilmes. Ms. Watson added a woodworking component to the Visual Arts program for our Middle School students. In conjunction with Maplewoodshop, the students worked together to collaborate, problem solve and use creativity to create a new mahogany bench in the Upper School lobby. Ms. Bilmes received a grant for the Math Department to transform one wall in each of the three room into white boards. This year, Dr. Robert Klein, Middle School Learning Specialist, is working on developing a comprehensive model for Inclusive Education for the Middle School, providing better social, emotional and academic support for struggling students and students with special needs within the mainstream classroom environment. This innovation grant will focus on developing a long-term action plan for the Middle School to foster a seamless approach to help students achieve their greatest potential by identifying and planning the professional development teachers need to improve their skills to differentiate instruction and improve behavior/classroom management practices for students of varying abilities. Karen Spector, Lower School Assistant Principal, is working on creating a Sensory Learning Room space at our Wilf Lower School Campus. Building off of the work that has been done with Caryn Mandel, licensed clinical social worker and director of BehaviorWise in Short Hills, we recognize that a growing number of students struggle during our fast-paced day and this has led us to further explore new outlets and techniques for meeting students’ needs based on sensory challenges. Mrs. Spector will also be examining new ways to communicate with our Lower School families (i.e. assessing and revamping communication touch points to more effectively convey the student educational experience).
In March, Maplewoodshop helped Middle Schoolers with a STEAM project, supported by The Fund for Faculty Innovation and Excellence, teaching them basic woodworking skills using hand tools. Students collaborated, problem-solved and thought creatively across three grades with science and art teachers to create a beautiful mahogany bench for the Eric F. Ross Upper School Campus lobby.
2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR HIGHLIGHTS
In January, our high school students mounted an amazing production of the musical Pippin.
In January, our 2nd graders participated in a chumash workshop.
In February, 10th graders spent a week at Colegio Israelito de Mexico ORT as part of our GOAbroad Program.
The CodeRunners, our high school robotics team, contiunued their success in competitions. From February to May, our seniors traveled to Poland and Israel for Neshama 26.
Our student-athletes filled more than 300 roster spots and competed in more than 300 contests. 10
2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR HIGHLIGHTS In June, students and faculty joined together for the 24th annual Walk for Life.
The 12th annual Mission: New Orleans trip was held in December. Gan students and their 5th grade buddies enjoyed a wonderful Seder in April.
In January, we commenced our first Lower School Community Service Day.
In May, 6th graders completed their study of the mitzvah of tzitzit with their Tallit Ceremony.
In June, our 8th graders visited Washington DC where they explored what America means to them. Our fifth graders moved up in June.
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ALUMNI EVENT HIGHLIGHTS 2017-18 SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS Alumni from the Classes of 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 returned to the Upper School for the Annual Young Alumni BBQ.
In September, the Class of 2007 celebrated their 10 year reunion in NYC.
In October, the Classes of 1996 and 1997 joined together to celebrate their 20 year reunion at the Upper School. The Class of 1987 celebrated their 30 year reunion in September.
In December, alumni returned to school for the Annual Alumni Basketball Game and Open House.
In January, the Alumni Society hosted the 2nd Annual Shabbat Dinner in NYC, with close to 100 guests spanning 12 class years.
In May, NYC area alumni met up for drinks at an Alumni Bar Night on the Lower East Side .
In January, over 40 moms came out for an evening of schmoozing, cooking and eating at the Parents of Alumni “Ladies Night Out” Hands-On Israeli Cooking Workshop.
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2017-18 Financial Information Teaching Excellence Grants
FACULTY RETIREMENTS
GOA Thanks The Following Faculty And Staff For Their Dedicated Service: Grigory Fulman Lead Maintenance Technician 23 years at GOA Grigory Fulman has served with tremendous pride as the Lead Maintenance Technician of the Eric F. Ross Upper School Campus for the past 23 years. His care and dedication can be felt throughout the corridors of our school as our entire faculty and all of our students always know that if there’s a question or something that needs to be fixed that Grigory is the right person for the job. He has worked tirelessly to ensure that our facility is always cared for and his knowledge of even the most minute details of our campus will be sorely missed. Janet Herman Athletic Director and Chair of the Health and Physical Education Department 27 years at GOA Janet Herman has been an incredible leader in our school and community over the past 27 years. Serving valiantly as our Athletic Director and Chair of our Health and Physical Education Department, Janet has made it her life’s work to ensure excellence when it comes to health, wellness and athletic achievement in our school. She has touched the lives of so many students instilling in them the values of leadership, teamwork and road safety as well through her Driver’s Education courses. Janet’s ability to connect with students, teachers and parents alike has made her a fixture in our school and someone who has left an indelible mark on our community. We are also proud to recognize her as an alumni parent of Jason ‘93 and Richard ‘96. Rabbi Herbert Kavon Judaic Studies Teacher and Arabic Instructor 29 years at GOA A true academic and lover of classical music and world languages, Rabbi Herb Kavon has dedicated the last 29 years to our school and students through his teaching of Judaic Studies and Arabic. 14
Always with an interesting story to tell about past experiences, Rabbi Kavon has found a way to motivate and teach multiple generations of Jewish students about the importance of Jewish text and has ingrained Jewish values in each and every one of them. A collector of foreign currency and old movies from all over the world, Rabbi Kavon has found a way to integrate all of his passions into his teaching in order to further inspire his students. Neta Shvartsman Hebrew/Judaic Studies teacher 26 years at GOA Neta brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to our school, having taught in Israel for many years before coming to Golda Och Academy. Her students have benefited from her expertise in teaching Hebrew language, as well as her passion for Judaic studies during her 26 years in our school. Neta transformed the 3rd grade milestone event to reflect the students’ abilities to lead a full prayer service. Under her tutelage, her students gained invaluable tools that would enable them to become knowledgeable, active participants in their own communities as well as in the larger Jewish community. Paula Spack ’84 Hebrew/Judaic Studies and Mathematics teacher 29 years at GOA Paula graduated from the Solomon Schechter Day School of Essex and Union (now Golda Och Academy) in 1984 with a love of Hebrew language and Judaic studies. Upon completion of her education degree, Morah P’nina returned to our school to inspire students with her passion for those topics, as well as with her love for our school community. Among her many contributions to Golda Och Academy has been leading our Israeli dance troupe Raglayim Shel Zahav, directing milestone events for multiple grades, and of course, teaching multiple generations of students. Paula has served as a role model for her students in her commitment to our school and in her engagement in the broader Jewish community. We are also proud to recognize her as an alumni parent of Liat ‘10, Avi ‘13 and Shachar ‘18.
כבוד
RESPECT KAVOD
In September, our Lower School students were introduced to our two Mensch Benches. The benches are a place where students can sit to indicate they would like a friend to play with or would like to be a friend to someone who may need one. The Mensch Bench is a great way for our students to build new friendships and help foster our values of respect, inclusion and kindness. Special thanks to the friends of school grandparent Cathy Distelburger, who donated the benches in honor of her birthday.
2017-18 Financial Information
2017-18 FINANCIAL INFORMATION ENDOWMENT MARKET VALUE (IN MILLIONS) 50
46.3
44.1
40
46.3
43.5
45.6
37 32.1
30 20 10
6-3
8.2
6.3
0 0 0-2
12.2
09 6-3
0 0-2
10 6
-2 -30
011
6-3
0 0-2
12 6-3
0 0-2
13 6
-2 -30
01 4
6-3
0 0-2
15 6
-2 -30
01 6 6
-2 -30
01
7 6
-2 -30
0 18
OPERATING INCOME TOTAL INCOME: 17.6M Billed Tuition
$12,920,000
Endowment Income
3,000,000
Fundraising 1,340,000 Federation Support
170,000
Other Misc. Income
180,000
TOTAL INCOME
$17,610,000
OPERATING EXPENSES TOTAL EXPENSES: 17.4M Compensation
$10,380,000
Tuition Reductions/Scholarships
4,230,000
Operating Expenses
1,230,000
Facilities Expenses
1,100,000
Educational Supplies and Programs
1,030,000
TOTAL EXPENSES
$17,370,000
Golda Och Academy is a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ. For a copy of our school’s full final audit report or the IRS form 990, please contact Julia Malaga, CFO.
אהבת ישראל
LOVE OF ISRAEL AHAVAT YISRAEL
In June, Golda Och Academy students, parents and teachers joined with all Greater MetroWest Jewish Day Schools for the annual Celebrate Israel Parade in New York City, this year commemorating Israel’s 70th birthday.
REPAIR OF THE WORLD
TIKKUN OLAM
תיקון עולם
In April, our Upper School dedicated a Friday to a day of service, volunteering at 12 different service sites including local food banks, schools for the disabled, senior centers and community gardens. This year, GOA was excited to be part of the 30th annual Global Youth Service Day, joining millions of other young people around the world to improve their communities through service.
Annual Fund 2017-18
ANNUAL FUND 2017-18
Golda Och Academy's Annual Fund campaign contributions help provide essential funds that ensure academic excellence and affordability at Golda Och Academy every day. Thank you to all the donors who have contributed this year (as of June 30, 2018).
ETZ CHAIM TREE OF LIFE $25,000 TO $49,000 Ahuva and Martin Gross
Barbara and Ed Zinbarg
OHAVEI YISRAEL LOVERS OF ISRAEL $18,000 TO $24,999 Samantha and Gabriel Migdal
Wilf Foundation
OR L’TORAH LIGHT OF THE TORAH $10,000 TO $17,999 The Arie & Eva Halpern Family Foundation
Dr. Alison Grann and
Sheryl and Sam Pearlstein
Miriam Bernstein
Doris and Mike Saranga
Ruth and Bruce Bier
Gladys Halpern
Mindy ‘97 and Alan Schall ‘92
Elizabeth and Jeffrey Bier ‘90
Sharon and David Halpern
Betty and Howard Schwartz
Robyn and Joseph Bier ‘79
Michele and Jeffrey Landau
Sharon and James Schwarz
Judi Harrison and Steve Gross
Shelley and Josef Paradis
Helene and Gary Wingens
Dr. David E. Gutstein
TOMCHEI TORAH SUPPORTERS OF THE TORAH $5,000 TO $9,999 Lilach and Avi Abergel
GOA Parents Association
Dr. Miriam Linver and Dr. Matthew Askin Bat Sheva and Robert Hodes
Caren and Larry Rothenberg Dr. Jill Sacks and Dr. Eric Sacks
Taryn and Gavin Berelowitz
Atara Jacobson ‘87 and Scott Bieber
Dr. Michelle Neier and
Michelle and Bruce Berger
Marion Jacobson
Shari and Mitchell Broder
Diana and Dr. Eric Joseph
Frances and Glenn Schor
Elizabeth and Gerald Cohen
Lori and Steven Klinghoffer
Julie and Jonathan Schwartz
Hedy and Joseph Falkenstein
Eleanor and Marc Kramer
Sharon and Stephen Seiden
Lori and Kenneth Falkenstein
The Kurson Family
Dr. Sharon Stoch and Dr. Aubrey Stoch
Rachel ‘97 and Robert Fink
Emily and Spencer Lee
Ilana and Dr. Skip Vichness
Robyn and Alan Gebroe
Barry Levine ‘98
Jessica* and Ari Wise
Melanie and Steven J. Glass
Jaclyn and Gonen Paradis ‘98
Dr. Jonathan Schor
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ANNUAL FUND 2017-18
Annual Fund 2017-18
TZUR YISRAEL ROCK OF ISRAEL $2,500 TO $4,999 Stephanie Bash-Soudry* and Michael Soudry
Miriam Lefkowitz and Marc Heimowitz
Bella Savran
Sara Bucholtz ‘87 and Rabbi Adam Feldman
Rabbi Mary L. Zamore and Dr. Terje Z. Lande
Amelia Seiden Perlstein ‘96 and Cory Perlstein
The Colton Family Foundation
Jill and Eric Lavitsky
Rena and Adam Shapiro*
Cathy and Bert Distelburger
Carole and Harold Moskowitz
Rhea Stadtmauer and Janice Maiman
Hackberry Endowment Partners-
Deborah and Steven Nadel
Sherry and Henry Stein
Dr. Ellen and Dan Ronnen
Gayle and Larry Wieseneck
The Malkin Family
OHAVEI TORAH LOVERS OF THE TORAH $1,800 TO $2,499 Claire Akselrad
Batsheva and Murray Halpern
Hilary and Howard Rabner
Anonymous
Lee and Murray Kushner
Aleza and Joseph Rosenberg
Mindy and Evan Blum
Vicki and Allen Lefkowitz
Judy Rosenberg and Randall Haase
Lisa and Felix Buber
Dr. Stacey ‘89 and David Leibowitz
Sedra and Alan Schiffman
Joan and Dr. Harvey Bucholtz
Beena and Steven Levy
Judy and Bennet Schonfeld
Nomi and Harold Colton-Max
Elizabeth and Jonathan Liss
Margot and Marc Schwartz
Dr. Ada Beth Cutler and Dr. Charles Cutler
Dr. Michael Och
Abigail and Alan Spierer
Julie and Frederic Friedman
Rita Halbright and Jonathan Och
Ben Stein
Elissa and Daniel Fulop ‘92
Susan Och and Cantor Brian Kalver
SHOMREI TORAH GUARDIANS OF THE TORAH $1,000 TO $1,799 Anonymous Ruth and S. Alexander Banks Leslie Bash Isabel and Steven Berg Rebecca and Ari Berman Andrea and Bryan Bier ‘78 Sarah and Scott Bier ‘92 Amy and Jeremy Biloon Helene and Alan Davis Diane Gelman and Michael Lichtenstein Susan and David Glick Pina and Claude Helwani Rabbi Meirav Kallush* and Ehud Klinger Lori Katz 20
Catherine Brown and Larry Kramer Ronni and Mark Lederman Julia Malaga* Jean and Dr. Mark Mandell Dr. Sandy Miller-Jacobs and Dr. Hal Miller-Jacobs Janine and Dr. Ross Mondshine Jodi and Andrew Moskowitz Allison and David Nagelberg Carol* and Harris Nydick Roberta and Melvin Ostrow Adina and A. Zorel Paritzky Dr. Peggy K. Pearlstein Dr. Joyce Raynor and Dr. Ron Meier
Joanie Schwarz Rosenthal and Donald Rosenthal Sarah Finkelstein Memorial Fund Rachel and Paul Scherzer Judy and Adam Schlesinger Sarah ‘06 and Evan Schonfeld ‘06 Ruth and Michael Sherman Paige and Jason Silberfein* Lisa and David Slater Frema and Ivan Sobel Barbara and Dr. Eliot Spack Karen* and Rabbi Geoffrey Spector Elena and Mark Steinmetz Janice and Michael Wallach Carrie Zucker Siegel ‘92* and Jeff Siegel
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KEHILAT YISRAEL COMMUNITY OF ISRAEL $500 TO $999 Anonymous Anonymous Cecille and Rabbi Stanley Asekoff Danielle and Jonathan Auerbach Natalie and Arkady Barenboim Robin and John Benvent Susan and Joel Berman Tracy and Keith Biebelberg Heather and Zachary Bier ‘05 Shelby and Michael Bier ‘09 Stephanie* and Alan Bonder Joanne and Elliot Bramnick Class of 1996 and 1997 Reunion Laura and Aaron Cohen Congregation Agudath Israel Pamela ‘02 and Jordan Davis ‘01 Rachel Kanter and Andrew Ely Dr. Renee Gross and Stuart M. Feinblatt
Abby and Rabbi Mark Finkel Alexis Gruber* and Matthew Fischer Paul Fishbein Barbara and Sheldon Freidenreich Dr. Amy B. Glickman and Dr. Alexander Glickman Christine and Jeffrey Goldberg Reisha ‘98 and Michael Goldman Beverly and Saul Gutterman Elissa Meth Kestin and Daniel Kestin Julie ‘95 and Reuben Kopel Anne and Adrian Kroll Lisa Tully and Pouya Lavian Beverly and Rabbi William Lebeau Louise and Stuart Levine Elizabeth Solomont and Dr. Philip Levy ‘97 Geri and Neal Lipschitz Ruth and Dr. Michael Margolin Marian and Keith Marlowe
Dr. Susan Mayer Dr. Milinda Carson and Dr. Noel Meltzer Claire and Moises Messulan Cecile and Edward Mosberg Sheryl and Rabbi Kerry Olitzky Wendie and Stephen Ploscowe Kathy and James Potechin Emily and Gil Raviv ‘88 Noemi Schor ‘08 Rachel Schwarz ‘87 and Marc Schiffman Yvette and David Sharret ‘92 Amy and David Silverstein Susan and Daniel Stern Dottie and Donald Wagner Dr. Dayna and Lawrence Weintraub Susan Werk Janet Armuth Wolkoff and Neal Wolkoff Marc Zitomer
KLAL YISRAEL ALL OF ISRAEL $180 TO $499 Rena ‘01 and Matt Abrams Wendy and Robert Adler Susan and Spencer Allen Jennifer and Dory Altmann Alumni Bracket Challenge Lynn and Mark Arian Hope* and Paul Aronoff Marilyn and Martin Barr Natasha* and Mordechai Benisty Suzanne and Charles Berman Anne and David Blady Sharon and Dr. Joshua Brickman Stephanie and Claude Brodesser-Akner Heather and Seth Brown Esther and William Brown Rachel* and Jeremy Brown Jennifer and Richard Bullock Stephanie Carmel Flora Cirillo Michele and Barry Coffsky Zephyr and Rabbi Martin Cooper Sharon and Lorne Cytrynbaum Barbara Drench Rabbi Paula Drill and Jonathan Drill Melissa and Lawrence Elbaum ‘98 Shira and Alexander Elias Olga and Leon Faynshteyn Rebecca Glass and C. D. Fields Miki and Cantor Perry Fine Eric Fox* Jane and Barry Freeman Ethelyn Geschwind Lori and Holly Gladstone Karen and Stuart Gladstone Leslie and David Gleaner Suzi and Yaron Gohar Debra and Norman Goldman Carol and Philip Goldsmith Joy Goldstein ‘92 Marcy Gorman*
Marsha and Jack Griffel Sabine and Dr. Louis Griffel Adrienne and Steve Grossman Whitney Gruhin ‘07 Aviva and Todd Gutnick Bonnie and Edward Guttenplan Robin and Mitchell Halpern Harbor Haven Day Camp Tanya Helfand Wendy ‘89 and Marc Herman ‘90 Roslyn Hirsch Prof. Sabrina S. Hirsh and Jeremy Hirsh Marie and Peter Hoffman Dr. Leora and Rabbi Ronald Isaacs Michelle ‘97 and Daniel Jacobs ‘97 Laura and Jerold Jacobs Gena* and Matthew Jarmel Leslie and Marc Kallus Rhoda and Rabbi Sylvan Kamens Sue and Sam Kamens Grace and Jonah Kaplan ‘04 Howard Kaplowitz Wendy and Henry Kaplowitz Fran Karpel Debbie and Sol Kempinski ‘80 Susan Kheel Irina Gomelskaya and Michael Kishelev Lana Kleiman ‘00 Ms. Sarah Knapp Smith ‘97 and Mr. Zachary Smith Naomi Kramer ‘10 Ina Lancman Jonathan Landau ‘08 Dr. Keren ‘94 Lebeau and Aryeh Lebeau Wendy Biermann-Leeds and Steve Leeds Marilyn and Harold Lefkowitz Jay Leipzig and Cindy Chazan Linker Family Jewish Education Foundation Mina Jo and Dr. Michael Linver Elke ‘96 and Matthew Luftig
Debra and David Lurie Arlene and Kenneth Lutz Lindsay and Evan Majzner ‘01 Camille Mandel Laurie and Michael Marcus Judith and David Margulies Stephanie Marks and Jonathan Zellan Lisa and Glenn Mechanick Rabbi Sara Metz and Mr. Lev Metz Shari* and Erwin Mevorah Michelle Moallem* and Joshua Greenfield Anna Mohl ‘86 and Mitchell Revsine Roz Moskovitz-Bielski Jesse Nagelberg ‘12 Andrea and Rabbi Jesse M. Olitzky ‘02 Dana Ostrow ‘91 and Seth Theriault David Pantirer ‘99 Shana and Marc Pantirer ‘01 Joshua Pearlstein ‘12 Richard Perini* Tali and Justin Pines ‘01 Nicole Pines Lieberman ‘03 Einat Pinsker* Roxsene and Dr. Jules Plafker Dr. Rachel Plafker Esrig and Dave S. Esrig Sheila and Jack Prince Dr. Deborah Rabner and Hon. Stuart Rabner Daniel Ramer Sheryl and David Raport Karen and Jay Reinhard Arline and David Reinhard Denise and Yoav Rekem Dr. Harvey Rosen Elizabeth Rosenkrantz Gail and Dennis Roth Jeanette and Kerry Rothschild Yael Rotter-Salama and Victor Salama Gerri and Gregg Russo Tara and Ramin Saeedian
Arielle and Yoni Saposh ‘97 Rachel and Zev Scherl Judi and Brian Scherzer Linda and Philip Schmidt Dr. Amy Schonfeld and Dr. Steven Schonfeld Helen and Dr. Steven Schwartz Lewis Schwarz Karen Secular and Doron Grosman Gail* and Bruce Shapiro Judith and Dr. Steven Shapiro Syma Shulman Levine Mara and Steven Simon Glenn* and Allison Slavin Alison Smith and Marc Glashofer Camille and Eliezer Spigler Heather and Ira Spinrad Dr. Sharon Spiteri and Dr. Issac Spiteri Wendy and Daniel Stein Samantha and Ofer Steinberg Stephanie and David Steiner Marian and Robert Stern Joanna R. Stern ‘02 Christine Stodolski Carol and Ron Strulowitz Karen Bridbord and Jason Vollen Ora Warmflash and David Goldman Debra and Seth Weisleder Peggy Weiss and Richard Grin Justin Weissbrod ‘11 Mary and Allan Wernick Jody and Rabbi Steven Wernick Florence and Steven Winter Lorrie and Ron Wise Heather and Eugene Wishnic Sandy Wolff Eisen ‘05 Violet and Richard Zeitlin
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ANNUAL FUND 2017-18 CHAVERIM FRIENDS $18 TO $179 Stephanie Aaron ‘11 Miriam Adelsberg Yael and Ron Adiel Jennifer and Jonathan Adler Jamie Allen Edward Alstrom* Sharon and Jason Altman Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Janette* and Dr. Seth Antiles Tamar Livnat-Arieh and Dr. Yoav Arieh Martin Aronoff Nadav Aronoff ‘17 Sion Aronoff ‘15 Toren Aronoff ‘13 At Home Studios Harriet and Marshall Baker Cindi* and Amir Barash Etai Barash ‘18 Hannah and Jonathan Bargad Leslie and Jason Ben’ Ous ‘96 Marjorie and Robert Berger Dr. Errol Berman Lindsay Biebelberg ‘17 Mimi Bieber Jonah Bieber ‘20 Aliza Bieber ‘24 Ari Bieber ‘21 Jessica Bielski ‘11 Nina Bilmes* Donna and Alan Binstein Lilach and Yaron Bluevise Susan Schwartz Blum and Marvin Blum Marjory Bradshaw Jessica Bramnick ‘10 Martha and Saul Brenner Rita Broder Sigrid Brodesser Vivian and Marc Brodsky Kineret Brokman ‘14 Abby and Paul Brown Selena and Ethan Brown Jolie Bruch ‘10 Maxwell Bruch ‘16 Amy and Vincent Burke Adam Butensky ‘08 Anne Cannon ‘17 Lissy ‘99 and Benjamin Carr Vardit* and Abraham Caspi Dr. Mindy K. Cehelyk Grace Gurman-Chan and Kenneth Chan Robin and Allan Chernoff Jaclyn Cistaro* Judith and Stewart Cohen Amy and Howard Cohen Sondra Cohen Bonnie and Randy Cohen Marisa and Seth Cohen Dr. Elaine R. S. Cohen Elizabeth and Michael Cohen Hannah Cohen ‘15 Beth and Robert Daniel Lori Applebaum De Picciotto and Eric De Picciotto Gila and Victor Dishy Ruth and Daniel Dovdavany Susan and Dr. Lester Eckman Andrea Epelbaum and Noam Man Tara and Gregory Feig Nikki and Leonard Feldman Dr. Russet and Samuel Feldman Milton Feldman Talia Feldman ‘17 Ruth and Lawrence Fineberg Cory and Edward Fink Merisa ‘00 and Asher Fink Bernice and Mark Fleischer Mindy Fliegelman ‘12 Madeline and Joel Frances Grigory and Sofia Fulman Vera Galleid* Peggy Garner* Yetta and Morris Gelber Jennifer and Daniel Geretz Deborah and Brad Gerstle*
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Julie and Brian Ginsburg Linda* and William Glasofer Dana and Roy Gohar Shannon and Jonathan Goldberg Berta and Dr. Alberto Goldgaber Elizabeth and Arthur Goldgaber Susan and Dr. Eric Goldman Marsha ‘90 and Philip Goldwasser Jacob Gonzalez ‘12 Kathryn and Richard Gordon Joyce and Norbert Gottenberg Dr. Victor and Phyllis Grann Dr. Ruth Deitz and Robert Green Stacey Sern and Jonathan Greenberg Arlene and Alan Greenfield Sarit and Michael Greenman Rachel and Jeffrey Greenwald Arlene and Harry Grossman Sheldon Gruber Miki Gurman Mark Gurvis Naomi Gutstein ‘13 Jacob Gutstein ‘16 Allison Guttenplan ‘07 Craig Guttenplan ‘00 Tina and Calvin Haber Dr. Judith Swan and Dr. Michael Hecht Caren Heller Della Henderson* Marlene and Ed Herman Rabbi Jason Herman ‘95 Julie and Jonathan Hersch Jordan Herskowitz* Arielle Herzberg ‘09 Ilana Herzberg ‘09 Dr. Benjamin Herzberg ‘06 Noah Hessdorf ‘14 Judith and Yuval Hibshoosh Dr. Rebecca Hibshoosh and Mr. Ron Hibshoosh Jamie Himmelstein* Vicki Hyman and Rabbi David Bockman Susan and Joshua Inzelbuch Elizabeth Irwin ‘18 Zachary Isaacs ‘00 Rebecca Isaacson ‘04 Janet and Gil Jacobs Joshua Jacobs ‘95 Paul Jaffee Dr. Arco Jeng* Alison Joseph ‘96 and Matt Kirschen Blair Kaminsky ‘01 Jan and Samantha Kaminsky Dr. Lois Shulman-Kaminsky Jerrold Kaminsky Rabbi Tracy Kaplowitz ‘94 Mark Kaplowitz ‘91 Lisa Kasdan ‘01 Ilena Kasdan* Jonathan Kassoff ‘03 Sydney Kempler ‘10 Lessy and Earl Kimmel Ivy Spears and Ira Kizner Renee and Marc Klar Jocelyn ‘01 and Gregory Klar ‘98 Marilyn and Allen Kohan Joyce and Joseph Korn Tamar Kornblum ‘00 Batia Kramer Rachel Kramer ‘16 Adena Lebeau and Jeffrey Kress June and Sid Kress Donna and Noam Kritzer Gloria and Marvin Kron Rebecca Kurson Arielle ‘08 and Matt Kuzdral Stacey and Dr. Craig Lampert Alissa Lampert ‘18 Rebecca Landau ‘18 Doni Landy ‘91 Paul Langer Francoise Lavitsky Alisa Lebeau Jodi Lederman ‘09 Dr. Stephanie Levey and Dr. James Levey Molly and Moe Levine Shara Lipson and Gideon Schor Leslie and Lee Lloyd Dorothy and Bernard Lloyd Eric Lo Luria Academy Ilana Lutman Genya and Rabbi Mark Mallach Baila and Norman Mandel Sheila Marx Linda and Dr. Harold Mast Irit and Avi Matuszewicz
Lenore May Aliza* and Rabbi Richard Mayer* Harriet and Cyril Mazansky Barbara and James McKay Shannon and Alan Meirzon Dr. Cathy Mermelstein and Dr. Erwin Mermelstein Margaret and Warren Meth Hannah S. Meyer ‘02 Debbie and Yaacov Moallem Christine* and Andrew Moench Randi and Evan Mondshine Rachel and Moshe Moran Lauren and Michael Morris Flora Musleah* Salome and Aron Nadel Adele and Paul Nagelberg Gail and Paul Namm Dr. Yosefa Lebeau and Dr. Dov Nelkin Naomi Newberger* Sandi and Michael Newman* Carole and David Newman Claire and Dr. Aaron Nierenberg Philip Nydick ‘11 Rabbi Debra Orenstein ‘79 Elena and Nathan Orgel Lillie and David Orlovsky Micol Ostow ‘94 Emily and David Otner Carly Paternite ‘18 Dr. Gilda Paul Noah Pearlstein ‘15 Aaron Pearlstein ‘18 Joy and Mort Perchick Pearl and Philip Perlstein Liz and Morley Potash Sherrie and Lorne Potash Randy Potash Premier Plus Nila Pusin* Sandy Pyonin* Carly Rabner ‘11 Jean Rappaport Shirley Rappoport Jody and Russell Reich Miriam and Marc Reimer Henriann Robins Geri z”l and Saul Rochman Danielle Rockman ‘12 Lily and Dov Rokeach Aviva ‘02 and Scott Roland Lena and David Romanoff Eva Ronnen Stephanie Israelson and Benjamin Rosenbach ‘09 Caryn* and Joshua Rosenberg Sandra and Melvin Rosenblatt Evy Eisenstein and Stephen Rothstein Sam Rubinstein ‘13 Miriam and Adam Ruchman Jessie Ruchman ‘18 Mona Russo Samuel Russo ‘18 Eileen and Jerry Sackin Linda and Henry Salmon Rena and Matthew Sandberg Emily Saperstein ‘18 Joshua Sauer ‘09 Marion and Leslie Savoy Ruth and Allen Schechter Heather and Mel Schlosser Evan Schmidt ‘06 Sharon and Howard Schneider Diana Schoenblum Li and Dean Schuman Adele and Charles Schuman Amanda Schuman ‘13 Andrew Schwartz ‘16 Rachel Schwartzman ‘13 Zachary Schwartzman ‘10 Pauline and David Schwartz ‘77 Lisa and Samuel Seiden ‘99 Caroline and Michael Seidner Lynn Kestin and Marc Sessler Monica Rawicz and Rabbi E Noach Shapiro Jennifer and Jonathan Sharret Michael Shaykevich Cathy and Glenn Shepard Aliza and Todd Sherman Andrea ‘95 and Joshua Sherman Marion Shulman z”l Tova Silberman* Pearl and Daniel Silva Shira and Mitchell Skolnick Amy Skopp Cooper ‘81 and Rabbi Mark Cooper Devon Skydell ‘10
Anne and Ralph Slater Sayde Slobodien ‘14 Harrison Slobodien ‘16 Rachel Slobodien ‘16 Rita Smith Ellen Seidman and David Smokler Randee Rappoport Solomon and Dr. Frederic Solomon Kim and David Solondz ‘96 Benjamin Soudry ‘16 Lisa and Dan Spiegel Dina and Ethan Stambler Ellie and Harvey Stambler Alanna ‘07 and Jason Steinberg ‘07 Anna and Larry Steinberg Zachary Stern ‘08 Aliza and Eric Sternberg Roberta and Ephraim Sternthal Erin* and Matt Sternthal Mara* and David Suskauer Florence Sweifach Shelly and Steven Talmud Lenette and Lawrence Talpins Tamburri Associates Mardi and Dan Tanzer Debra Turitz and Alan Sweifach Jamie and Aaron Twersky Oksana and Sergio Ulan Haley ‘07 and Max Vogel Roberta Wallach Debbie Warman ‘89 Amy Watenmaker ‘99 Melanie and Glenn Wechsler Susan and Stan Weintraub Travis Weiss ‘07 Pearl and Barry Weiss Rachel and Zeev Weitz Jonathan Wingens ‘15 Andrew Wingens ‘10 Betty Wishnic Danielle Wolberger ‘11 David Wolkoff ‘10 Judith Yellin Ellen Zamore Rachel and Leeor Zorel Deborah and Moshe Zwang
Thank you to the following Matching Gifts companies who supported GOA in 2017-18 AIG Matching Grants Program Bank of America Matching Gifts Bank of NY Mellon CNN/Time Warner Colgate-Palmolive Company Goldman Sachs Matching Gift Program Google Matching Gifts Program Harris Corporation Johnson & Johnson Matching Gifts Merck Partnership for Giving Northwestern Mutual Foundation Matching Gifts Program Prudential Foundation Matching Gifts Sanofi Aventis Matching Gift Center The Vertex Foundation UBS Wells Fargo Community Support Campaign *Current Faculty/Staff
מצוות והלכה
JEWISH LIFE AND LEARNING MITZVOT AND HALACHAH
Each of the 5th grade students had the opportunity to read Torah for the first time.
On June 6, more than 300 friends of Golda Och Academy gathered at The Crystal Plaza in Livingston to celebrate the school community and our mission and values. This year honored Michelle and Bruce Berger, school leaders and philanthropists, along with Elizabeth Bier (L), who received the Distinguished Volunteer Service Award. The theme of the evening was Tikkun Olam, a Golda Och Academy core value which teaches students the importance of communal responsibility and service both locally and globally.
Spring Gala SPRING GALA 2018 DIAMOND Michelle and Bruce Berger Ahuva and Martin Gross
PLATINUM BNE Associates
GOLD Emily Berger ‘19 Berger Organization Abbi and Jeremy Halpern Batsheva and Murray Halpern Sharon and David Halpern Harbor Hills Day Camp Eleanor and Marc Kramer Michele and Jeff Landau
Debbie and Steve Nadel Shelley and Chick Paradis Sheryl and Sam Pearlstein Sacks Orthodontics Mindy ‘97 and Alan Schall ‘92 Wilf Family Foundation Helene and Gary Wingens
SILVER Robyn and Joseph Bier ‘79 The Bier Family Caren and Larry Rothenberg 25
SPRING GALA 2018 CHAI Lilach and Avi Abergel
Fox Rothschild LLP
Matt Askin, Miriam Linver and Family
Mindy and Stephen Goldman
Mara and Brendan Berger
The Gutstein Family
Suzanne and Miles Berger
Bat Sheva and Robert Hodes
Zelda and Solomon Berger
Sherry Wilzig Izak and Matthew Shubitz
Berger and Seslowe Families
Seryl and Charles Kushner
The Berger Family
Louise and Stuart Levine
Bieber and Jacobson Family
Sheree and Nathan Mandelbaum
Jeffrey ‘90, Jacob ‘19 and Hayden Bier
Dr. Michael Och
Ruth and Bruce Bier Shari and Mitch Broder
Dr. Daniel and Mairav, Celine, Alan and Jonathan Pascheles
Sara Bucholtz ‘87 and Rabbi Adam Feldman
Sari and Gil Schorr ‘90
Elizabeth and Gerald Cohen
Jane Felton, Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C.
ConnectOne Bank
The Wises
Sarah, Steven, Lauren ‘09 and Craig ‘13 Epstein
Debbie and Wayne Zuckerman
Rachel ‘97, Robert, Kyle, Chase, and Maddie Fink
SPONSOR
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Margie and Michael Bachner
Michael Soudry, Eco-Stat LLC
Blimi and Benjy Berger
Friends of Liz, Michelle and Bruce
Michael ‘09 and Shelby Bier, Zachary ‘05 and Heather Bier, Pamela ‘02 and Jordan Davis ‘01
Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ
Joan and Harvey Bucholtz
Judy Rosenberg and Randy Haase
Centurion Group
Frema and Ivan Sobel
Crystal Plaza
Millie Zuckerman
Ives & Sultan, LLP Helen and Danny Laufer
SPRING GALA 2018 FRIEND At Home Studios Jodi and Jeff Bloom Bolton & Company Susie and Howard Bruch and Family Stacey and Gene Davis Israel Bonds Lasser Hochman, LLC
Bakos & Kritzer
Marci and Jeff Lefkovits and Family PIP Printing Dr. Marcia Robbins-Wilf Saint Barnabas Medical Center Ann and Bernie Sklar Yana and Kenneth Weiss
SUPPORTER
Bennett Leichman
Marilyn and Martin Barr
Jacqueline Bloom and Barry Levine ‘98
Rebecca and Ari Berman
Roseann, Phill and Ethan Levy
Bougades Electric Inc.
Rabbi Mark and Genya Mallach
Connie and Uzi Lior, CBL FINE ART
Maple Kosher
Class of 2019
Maggie and Cliff Newman & Avivah and Michael Gottlieb
Rabbi Alan Silverstein, Cantor Joel Caplan and Susan Werk, Congregation Agudath Israel
Michelle Rosen
Dr. Ada Beth and Dr. Chuck Cutler
Michelle Neier and Jonathan Schor
Forster Lighting
Adam and Rena Shapiro
Benjamin Geschwind and Ethelyn Geschwind
Gail and Bruce Shapiro
Karen and Stuart Gladstone
Yvette and David Sharret ‘92
Rabbi Elliot Goldberg
Carrie Zucker Siegel ‘92 and Jeff Siegel
Hamberger Dental Associates PA
Julie and David Singer
Harbor Haven Day Camp
Lori and Jerry Solomon
The Chrystal/Herzberg Family
Andrew, Tanya and Jackie Steiner
Barbara and Andrew Hutter
Randee and Brian Stolar
JD Fitness
Naomi and Howard Strachman
Dr. Eric and Diana Joseph
Suzanne Unger and Hyla Weiss
Debbie and Neil Kaplan
Dottie and Don Wagner
Ruth and Steven Katz
The Young Ladies
Kroll Commercial Realty
Zadie’s Bake Shop
Rachel and Shimon Laufer
Naomi and Bernie Zweig
Sori and Binyamin Laufer
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SPRING GALA 2018 LISTING Mitchell J. Bayroff DDS
June and Sid Kress
Amy and Jeremy Biloon
Dr. Gary Krugman
Dr. and Mrs. Mark Blum
L.R. Watts & Son Roofing and Construction, Inc.
Merri and Jay Blumenfeld
Elke and Matt Luftig
Stephanie and Alan Bonder
Michael C. Mamet
Sharon and Josh Brickman
Susan L. Mayer, EdD, RNBC
Jody and Jonathan Caplan
Samantha and Gabe Midgal
Judy and Ira Cohen
Howard Gogel, My Limo
Congregation Shomrei Emunah
Oxford Jewelers
Creative Works Design Center
Park East Kosher Butchers and Fine Food Inc.
Elegance By Edythe
Parker’s Petals
Paul Fishbein
Richard Perini
Rhonda and Bruce Freund
Daniel Ramer
Bobbie and David Gelband
Paige and Jason Silberfein
Amy and Alex Glickman and Family
Camille and Eli Spigler
Rebecca and Mitchell Gold
Stanley Rothstein Associates
Vicki Kalmus
Violet and Richard Zeitlin
Yafitte and David Bendory
DONATION
Glen and Iris Poller
Ruth Brooks
Leanne Rettig
Pamela ‘02 and Jordan Davis ‘01
Francine and Peter Riger
Anita and Leonard Feldman
Gail and Dennis Roth
Mara and Matthew Feldman
Bruce and Linda Savid
Joyce and Norbert Gottenberg
Dr. William C. Sloan MD
Carol and Marvin Meyerson
Shira and Josh Stein
Midtown Salon
Wilshire Caterers
Dara Orbach
PATRON Janet Warm Fliegelman and Arthur Fliegelman
Jimmy and Sharon Schwarz
Marion Jacobson
Arthur and Sylvia Stark
Lori and Steven Klinghoffer
Suzanne Unger
Gilbert Mayor and Jacquelin Holubka 28
SPRING GALA 2018
Leadership: (From L) Adam Shapiro, Head of School, Carrie Zucker Siegel ‘92, Lower School Principal; Bruce and Michelle Berger, Gala Honorees; Elizabeth Bier, Distringuished Volunteer Service Award receipent; Atara Jacobson ‘87, Former Chair, Board of Trustees.
THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS
BRUCE, EMILY, MICHELLE, HILLARY AND JARED BERGER BERGER ORGANIZATION
FARA AND HUNTER GOLD - HARBOR HILLS DAY CAMP
JILL AND ERIC SACKS - SACKS ORTHODONTICS
JONATHAN AND JULIE SCHWARTZ, BETTY PANTIRER SCHWARTZ AND HOWARD SCHWARTZ - BNE REAL ESTATE GROUP
MAZEL TOV TO THE CLASS OF 2018!
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