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MARCH 22, 2018 | The Jewish Home
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Reinforced Learning at Gesher
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ast week, the second graders of Shulamith School for Girls discovered just how much fun science can be when they traveled together to the New York Hall of Science in Queens. The girls explored many exhibits pertaining to life, space, and light. In the Design Lab, teamwork was the name of the game as students had to be resourceful in finding solutions to basic engineering and design challenges. A highlight of the trip was an ex-
hibit aptly dubbed, “Bon Appetit,” in which visitors learned about the foods enjoyed in different cultures. There was information about how many calories we eat and how we can burn them. Most importantly, the girls got to discuss why it’s important to make healthy choices. The outing was a great way to enhance all that the second graders have studied in science this year and to reinforce the lesson that science is sensational!
Shevach High School Production Regales Queens Community
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he Queens community was treated on Sunday afternoon, March 11, to the annual Shevach High School production at the Electchester Building. The play, “A Little Princess,” was complete with drama, dances, choir and ensembles. The girls sparkled in their production. The costumes were colorful, unique, and connected to the theme. With song, dance and drama, the audience was regaled with an enjoyable performance that entertained and at the same time gave over important lessons of life. The script was poignant, and the actresses did not disappoint. Attendees heard the message that every girl is a princess, no matter what her station in life is. Every young lady has the ability to be that bas melech that she yearns to be. All left with the touching words of the theme song reverberating in their minds: “As
keepers of this legacy, we must keep in mind, our values and what we are here for. They try to break us, but we will rise, we have to remain strong… I am a princess.” The production coordinator was Shevach alumna, Ms. Ahuva Hirtz, overseen by Shevach principal Rebbetzin Rochelle Hirtz. The production heads were seniors Faigy Heller, Esther Amsel, and Zarine Shamilzadeh. They devoted themselves to their responsibility of making the production a unifying and uplifting experience for the students and audience alike. The production heads guided the students with encouragement and warmth as they reached ever higher in their efforts. The entire administration and dedicated staff had much reason to be proud of their girls. The entire school of approximately 200 students deserve the credit for a job well done.
s we begin Sefer Vayikra the children of the Gesher Early Childhood Center had a hands-on review of Sefer Shemos. Much of the material is a review of the story of Yeztias Mitzrayim and is a great reinforcement of the current Pesach seder curriculum. The children had the opportunity to dress up in a Sefer Shemos-themed costume and to tell over a story from Sefer Shemos that stood out to them. Science experiments included
the use of yeast and colored water to dye clothing. Other projects included tying and untying knots, sanding wood, sifting, writing and erasing, and more. These activities related to the preparation of the Mishkan and to the 39 melachos of Shabbos that were discussed in conjunction with the avoda of the Mishkan. The students are excitedly preparing for Pesach and for the opportunity to share their newly learned lessons with their families.
Math InsPIres at Shulamith
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.14.18: At Shulamith, it wasn’t just an ordinary Wednesday; it was Pi Day, celebrated with panache! With guidance from math teacher Mrs. Sarah Wolf, eighth graders Aviv Amar and Orli Flug began the festivities by screening a PowerPoint presentation explaining
the history of pie and pi. They also held a math competition between 5th graders and 6th graders, as well as one between 7th and 8th graders. To top off the day, students filled out pi symbols with what insPIres them. It was PIfection!