Jewish Day School 63rd Annual Gala

MOTZI

Frank Tamarkin

WELCOME/PRESENTATIONS

Eric Fels Valeska Zighelboim Amy Golding

LIVE AUCTION DANCING & DESSERT

PRESIDENT Eric Fels

Gala Committee

DEVELOPMENT VICE PRESIDENT ANNUAL GALA, CHAIRPERSON Valeska Zighelboim HEAD OF SCHOOL Amy Golding

COMMITTEE Lauren Brown Sara-Jane Bub Eileen Fischmann Danielle Kroo Beth Kushnick Suzanne Lapiduss Eva Levitt Naomi Schachter Tama Tamarkin Jessica Volchko Laurie Wax Rachel Wilensky

PROGRAM

COCKTAILS & HORS D’OEUVRES

Mission Statement A COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY 2313 Pennsylvania Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-437-0721 www.jdslv.org

The Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley is a community school for primary kindergarten to grade eight that is dedicated to a holistic approach to education. We are devoted to the development of bright, confident students with a strong American and Jewish identity who are well prepared to meet the world. The school combines a well-rounded general studies curriculum, a richly fortified Jewish education and a deep commitment to the land and people of Israel.

We at the Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley understand that learning is a life-long journey embarked upon in partnership with family, school and community; therefore, everyone with whom a student interacts serves as a guide to help negotiate the path to success.

The Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley is a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley

We are firmly committed to providing an outstanding education weaving Jewish values into everyday life to create a tapestry that wraps our children with the joy of learning and guides them throughout their life.

Past Honorees 1993

40 Years of Alumni

2014 Lehigh Valley Jewish Clergy

1992

Helene Benzel and Elaine Papir

2013 JDS 60th Anniversary Gala

1991

Scholarship Fund

2012 Sandra and Harold Goldfarb

1990

Scholarship Fund

2011

1989

Eileen and Mickey Ufberg

2010 Sylvia and Sam Bub

1988

35th Anniversary

2009 Mark Goldstein

1987

Scholarship Fund

2008 Suzanne Lapiduss

1986

Daniel Pomerantz z”l

2007 Sandra Roberts and the Paperclips

1985

Morris Gorfinkel z”l

2006 Holocaust Program

1984

Sybil Baiman

2005 Lisa Scheller

1983

Nathan Braunstein

2004 Jeanette and Eduardo Eichenwald

1982

Edward Donley

2003 Eva and Larry Levitt

1981

Scholarship Fund

1980

Sheila Greenberg z”l

1979

Rabbi William Greenburg z”l

1978

25th Anniversary

1977

Light the Flame for Our Children’s Education

1976

Light the Flame for Our Children’s Education

1975

Milton Sheftel, Dedication to Marilyn Jaffe

1998 Mark Scoblionko

1974

Scholarship Fund

1997 Donald Senderowitz

1973

Robert Senderowtiz z”l

2015 The Notis Family

Karen and Peter Cooper

Morris Gorfinkel z”l, Ronnie and Milton Sheftel, Rox z”l and Alvin Mishkin, Anna and Fabian Fraenkel z”l, Myra and Mort Levy z”l, Nina and Marshall Silverstein

2002 Charlie Dent and the Jewish War Veterans 2001 Steven Bergstein 2000 Barnet Fraenkel 1999 Rance Block

1996 Rabbis & Cantors of the Lehigh Valley 1954 - 1972 Scholarship Fund 1995 Eileen and Roberto Fischmann 1994 The Future -- Our Children

This year, the JDS is pleased to honor the Tamarkin family for their wonderful dedication and contribution to our Jewish community.

Dr. Frank and Tama Tamarkin have been stalwart supporters of the Jewish community since first coming to the Lehigh Valley in 2007 from New Haven, Connecticut.

Tama works as an admissions counselor at Muhlenberg College.

Additionally, she is a member of the Sisterhood Board for Temple Beth El. Previously, she served on the Board of the Jewish Community Center and was a JDS board member for seven years and most recently served as President of the JDS Board from 2014-2016. Additionally, Tama volunteers and helps organize the Muhlenberg College’s Youth and Prejudice Program, an annual conference for Middle and High School students that aims to reduce hatred by learning the lessons of the Holocaust.

Frank, a urologist at St. Luke’s, is a current board member of Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley and the past president of the Maimonides Society. Both Frank and Tama were the recipients of the George Feldman Achievement Award, which recognizes emerging volunteer leadership. They are committed Zionists, who show their support and commitment to Israel through their work as Wax Fellows and through their involvement with AIPAC. Frank believes that a day school is an integral part of a Jewish community and that a Jewish education is an essential element in a person’s upbringing. Frank says, “Jewish Day School Education provides a warm, nurturing and inclusive environment which

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Jewish Day School has allowed me to broaden my knowledge and to think critically about issues in the world in the context of Judaism. It has prepared me to advocate for Israel.

- Hannah Tamarkin

gives our children a strong sense of identity, a passion for their heritage, and a commitment to making the world a better place.”

All three of their children - Hannah, Gabe and Zach - grew up in the JDS community. Zach is currently in the fourth grade at JDS, while Hannah and Gabe currently attend Barrack Hebrew Academy in Bryn Mawr. Hannah is vice president of the Regional BBYO youth group and a counselor at Pinemere Summer Camp in the Poconos where Gabe and Zach also attend.

Mark Goldstein, Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley says that, “The Tamarkin family represents the best of our Jewish community: a multi-generation family whose Jewishness is a matter of pride and meaning. They are role models for Jewish living, Jewish education, Jewish philanthropy, and for their commitment to Israel.”

As committed leaders, both Frank and Tama have generously supported the JDS and other Jewish institutions in the community. Through their support, hard work and dedication, they have helped our beloved school flourish and become a better place for each student. “Our thriving Jewish Day School is not only a premier private school in the Lehigh Valley, preparing future Jewish leaders,” says Tama. “It is also an anchor and a profound marker of our Jewish community’s vibrancy.”

The JDS is thrilled to recognize the Tamarkin family for their constant commitment to our Jewish Day School as well as our entire Jewish community.

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The Tamarkins embrace all the actions that define a Jewish Family; they exemplorize the concept of respect for ones parents, they provide endless parental love and they work tirelessly for the community putting others’ needs even in front of their own. We feel extremely honored to count them as members of our OWN extended Lehigh Valley mishpuche.

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- Dinner Dance chairperson Valeska Zighelboim

Amy Golding

OFFICERS PRESIDENT: Dr. Eric Fels EDUCATIONAL VP: Jessica Cooperman DEVELOPMENT VP: Valeska Zighelboim ​TREASURER/FINANCIAL VP: Rachel Boonswang RECORDING SECRETARY: Judith Rodwin

BOARD Greg Allen

Eva Levitt

Richard Bub

Moshe Markowitz

Zac Cohen

Mark Notis

Rena Fraade

Jarrod Rosenthal

Art Hochhauser

​Carah Tenzer

2016-2017 LEADERSHIP

HEAD OF SCHOOL

Danielle Kroo

Past Presidents Cindee Belman Helene Benzel David Byala Scott Brenner Karen Cooper Eileen Fischmann Carl Isaacs Pam Lott Elaine Papir

Robin Rosenau Donald Senderowitz Milton Sheftel, Board Mentor Marshall Silverstein Barbara Sussman ​Tama Tamarkin Michael Ufberg Jay Warshawsky Martin Zales

From Our President

Sometimes it is important to take pause and consider why it is so important to invest in the Jewish Day School. Numerous studies have documented that the most effective way to ensure our children grow up committed to Jewish life, raise Jewish children, and support Jewish causes is by providing them with a Jewish education. Our children at the JDS become grounded with a strong moral compass inspired by studying Jewish texts. This study inspires critical thinking skills which further enhances our outstanding secular education and leads to superior performance in High School and beyond.

Our honorees truly capture the essence of what makes a Jewish education so great.

Recognizing the Kindergarten class of 1983 might at first appear to represent our past.

Young minds entered our school full of hopes and dreams, yet wide open to all the possibilities of what the world is and what the world could be. They then went on to further their studies, away from us, and seemingly just a memory. Now we can see the results of the seeds planted at the JDS so many years ago. They have grown up and are assuming leadership roles in our community. Zac Cohen is a member of the JDS and board of trustees and Amy Golding has returned as our Head of School. Of course, each classmate’s book is still being written, but we can be assured that they will continue to rise as leaders.

The Kindergarten class of 1983 could have no greater role models than the Tamarkin family. Well known in and around our community, both Tama and Frank have dedicated an unending amount of public time and support for numerous organizations as well as privately within their family exemplifying their love and passion for Judaism and Israel. Serving on many boards and presidencies between the two, they were both well deserving of the George Feldman Achievement Award for Young Leadership. On a personal note, Tama has been an incredible mentor and coach for me. I am indescribably grateful for all that she has done to support me in my role as President of the JDS. Not only have the Tamarkins made incredible contributions to our community, but their commitment to a Jewish education for their children has ensured that they, too, will be prepared to serve both the Jewish and broader community throughout their lives.

Creating a strong foundation in Jewish learning, values and understanding of traditions, it should come as no surprise that their daughter Hannah is an officer in both student government and on the regional BBYO council. Zachary and Gabriel are committed to their Jewish Education and will be well positioned to become leaders someday as well.

A thriving Jewish Day school is the hallmark of a committed Jewish community and plays a critical role ensuring the future of our people. We should all take pride in knowing that we have played a role in the success of the Tamarkin family and the Kindergarten class of 1983 through our support of the JDS. I thank each of you for all you do to make a Jewish education possible now and for years to come.

Eric J. Fels President

Dear Community,

From Our Head of School

Every child in every setting has been asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” And like most, my answers, at different times, included: doctor, scientist, dancer, artist, musician depending on the given day. The dream of one day returning to my alma mater to sit in the very same office that Rabbi Cohen inhabited seemed nearly impossible. Yet, here we are, thirty-three years since my kindergarten class walked to the blackboard, which was then the art room, to find out if we were right- or lefthanded. Tonight, here we are, surrounded by my teachers and my peers, and it still feels like home. This is the beauty and wonder of the Jewish Day School. This unique community provides stellar academics, a love of Judaism, and a passion for building friendships that will sustain us for a lifetime. Everyone who has ever been a student here, sent a child here, taught here, or visited our halls calls the JDS home.

Every Tu B’Shevat, we recall the story about an elder planting a carob tree. Honi, who was passing by, asked, “How long will it take for that tree to grow?” The man replied, “Seventy years.” Honi looked shocked as he asked, “How do you know that you will live another seventy years?” “I don’t, but just as those before me planted for me, I am planting this tree for the generations yet to come.”

Tonight we see this story come to life. In this room, we are surrounded by sixty-three years of Jewish Day School history. I recently met one of the very first students at the JDS, and it is no surprise that she is a parent of one of my classmates from the kindergarten class of 1983. As I look at those present at the Gala, I see generations that have sent their children to the JDS. It is the people in this very room that fundraised for the playground that still stands; it is the people in this room that kept our kosher lunch-plan continuing year after year, and it is the people in this room that took the time to plant the seeds not just for themselves, or their children, but for the generations yet to come.

We are blessed to celebrate, honor and thank the Tamarkin family - a family so devoted to our school and our community that it is we who are truly blessed. Tama, Frank, Hannah, Gabe and Zach thank you for guiding and loving our JDS. Your commitment to our Jewish values and ideals continues to shape future generations of students.

Being the first graduate of the JDS to now have the role as Head of School is a wonderful gift. Together we celebrate our accomplishments and what we can be when we grow up. The future of what our students can achieve is in all of our hands today. And for that, I thank you for coming to the Gala, for enrolling your children and grandchildren in our beloved school, and for celebrating and honoring the gift of a Jewish education.

With warmth, Amy Golding

The Jewish Day School is grateful to the Charles and Figa Kline Foundation for their support and generosity

In recognition of the Tamarkin family’s wonderful young leadership.

The Fischmann Family

Mazel tov Frank, Tama & Tamarkin family.

Bobby and Bonnie Hammel

“Just as my parents planted for me, so I will plant for my children.”

–Talmud

With gratitude to the Jewish Day School for inspiring our children, family, and community to make the world a better place.

Tama, Frank, Hannah, Gabe and Zach Tamarkin

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkins: Our cherished friends! We Thank you for your endless devotion to the JDS and our entire Jewish community.

Vicki, Laurie, Robby, Ben and Danny Wax

“Example isn’t another way to teach, it is the only way to teach” -Albert Einstein

Mazal Tov to our dearest friends Frank, Tama, Hannah, Gabe and Zach.

Our community is better each day because of all you do.

Thanks for being great teachers!

Mazal Tov Israel, Valeska, Noah and Ari Zighelboim

MAZEL TOV ~ To Tama & Frank ~ You lead the way through your example as loving & supportive parents to Hannah, Gabriel and Zachary.

You have spread your warmth, guidance, and support throughout our Jewish Community.

Thank you for perpetually aspiring to make our community better and for your inspiration to actually making it happen.

With love and admiration, Karen & Peter

FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION, WE ARE BUILDING OUR FUTURE The Jewish Day School Board of Directors is pleased to honor The Tamarkin Family and the Kindergarten Class of 1983.

Kol HaKavod to each of you for all that you do for our school and our community.

MAZEL TOV TO THE TAMARKINS & KINDERGARTEN CLASS OF 1983!

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Mazel Tov to the wonderful Tamarkin family for your incredible dedication to our community and thank you to everyone who helps make a Jewish education possible for the children of the Lehigh Valley.

Eric, Amy, Allyson, and Brenna Fels

Mazal Tov to the Tamarkin family on a well deserved honor. Our sincerest thanks for all you have done and continue to do for our community.

Lisa, Moshe, Talia and Aviva Markowitz

To the Tamarkin Family, Mazel Tov on this well deserved honor. We cannot think of a worthier family. It has been a great pleasure to not only share simchas, and the daily challenges of life, but also the important work of the community. You are role models and shining examples to us all. We wish you health, happiness and continued nachas from your beautiful family.

With love, Nicole, Jarrod, Madeleine, Mitchell and Chloe Rosenthal

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To the Jewish Day School, the Tamarkin Family and the 1983 Kindergarten Class~ Best wishes now and in the years to come from your friends at

Congregation Keneseth Israel (Including our JDS families: Fels, Tamarkin, Tenzer and Schlossberg)

An honor well earned.

Tamarkins you are exemplars.

Harold and Sandra Goldfarb

Leonard Abrams

Mazel tov to the Tamarkin family on this well deserved honor.

Nancy, Marty, Adam and Elise Black

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In honor of the Tamarkin family. Mazel Tov. Sam and Sylvia Bub

Tama and Frank: As you have filled the JDS with beautiful blessings, may you continue to be blessed.

So proud of our 1983 Kindergarten students!

Mazel Tov. Veronica Fischmann

Jeanette and Eduardo Eichenwald

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin family.

Gary, Carol, Rachel and Jenna Fromer

In honor of the Tamarkin Family.

Susan and Arthur Hochhauser

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin family.

Eva and Larry Levitt

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin family and the Kindergarten class of 1983 in continuing a proud tradition at JDS. Morah Linda and Mike Miller

Mazal Tov to the Tamarkin family and Kindergarten class of 1983.

With Love, Admiration and Pride. Tama, Frank, Hannah, Gabe and Zach.

May your dedication to Jewish education continue to be passed from generation to generation.

Cooky and Mike Notis

With Love, Mom, Dad, Rachel, Jonah, Eva, David, Jenny, Amalia and Eli

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Mazel tov and thank you for all you do for our community.

The Ufbergs

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin family with deep appreciation for all that you do for our JDS and community.

Arthur and Barbara Weinrach

All the best to our friends the Tamarkins and the Kindegarten class of 1983.

With love from the Tenzer family

Mazel tov on this well deserved honor.

Our Temple Beth El Family extends our genuine appreciation to the Tamarkin Family for all you do for our entire community.

Mazel Tov!

Laurie and Marc Berson

Mazel tov to all of you.

Mazel Tov Tamarkin family and JDS.

Hon. and Mrs. Alan Black Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin family on this wonderful honor. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the JDS. The Boonswang Family

Sheryl and Rance Block Best wishes to the Tamarkins, the Kindergarten Class of 1983, and JDS! Wendy and Ross Born

With gratitude to the Tamarkins for all of their contribution to the Jewish community.

Zac and Ginny Cohen

Mazal Tov to the Tamarkin family. A well deserved honor.

Best wishes, Anthony and Francine Godfrey

Mazel Tov to JDS, The Tamarkin Family & The Class of 1983!

Much to Celebrate!

Rabbi Allen & Toby Juda

Congratulations to the honorees and thank you Allentown for greeting us so warmly.

Eva and Albert Derby

Just as those before me planted for me, I am planting this tree for the generations yet to come. Mazel Tov to my peers, the Kindergarten Class of 1983, and the fabulous Tamarkin Family.

Amy, Jackson & Lyla Golding

Congratulations! You are truly an amazing family. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness and health.

The Holenders

The Tamarkins understand that the depth of commitment, the quality of service and the devotion to our community is life’s great reward.

Beth and Wesley Kozinn

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin family.

Josh and Danielle Kroo

Mazel tov on a well deserved honor.

Suzanne Lapiduss, Tracey and Jason Billig

Mazal Tov to the Tamarkin family for this well deserved honor.

Lynda and Stuart Krawitz

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Mazel tov to our dear friends on this wonderful honor. You are an inspiration to all.

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Congratulations and best wishes to the Tamarkin family for all your continue to do for the Jewish community.

Enid and Bruce Reich

Congratulations on this well deserved honor.

Thank you for all you have done for the JDS and our Jewish community.

Mazal Tov.

Donald, Randi, Rissa and Marleen Senderowitz

Rabbi Michael, Alexis, Miriam and Mordechai Singer

Hershel and Mushkie Spalter

Mazal Tov to the Tamarkin family.

Dr and Mrs. Kenneth Toff

Mazel Tov!

Mazel Tov.

Ryan and Claudia Mattison

Noah and Diana Orenstein Best wishes to JDS and Mazel Tov to the honorees.

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Mazel tov to the Tamarkin’s and the Kindergarten class of ‘83! *With appreciation for JDS’s professional staff and dedicated volunteers* Robin and Alex Rosenau

- Helene and Stanley Benzel

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin Family and the Class of ‘83!

Aron, Julie, Alitza, Avi and Asa Hochhauser

Many thanks to Tama for all her hard work on behalf of the Day School.

The Vaknins

Mazel tov to the Tamarkin family and to the Kindergarten class of 1983!

Nate and Tamar Wiener

Best wishes and continued success for JDS. Nick and Jessica Volchko Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin family on this well-deserved honor! Thank you for your leadership, selflessness, and dedication to Jewish education and our broader Jewish community.

A special shout out to the Kindergarten Class of 1983! And‌ with much respect and appreciation to the teachers, administrators and leaders of the JDS! Rachel, David and Moshe Wilensky

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin Family & Kindergarten Class of 1983. We appreciate all that you do!

Richard, Kira, Michaela, Sienna and Ariana

Congratulations to the Tamarkin family!

With thanks for all you do to support our school!

The Lachters

Mazal Tov to the Tamarkin family.

Barnet and Lisa Fraenkel

Judith Rodwin

Mazel Tov to our dear friends, the Tamarkins.

We love you!!!

Congratulations to the entire Tamarkin

Congratulations to the entire Tamarkin Family!!

Family!! You inspire us to give of our time You inspire us to give of our time and ourselves. and ourselves. Thank you for being such a Thank you for being such a powerful force of good in our powerful force of good in our community. community.

(We forgive you for being NY Giants fans) (We forgive you for being NY Giants fans) With Love, WithNaomi, Love, David, Benjamin and Isaac Naomi, David, Benjamin and Isaac

Miriam, Mike, Zach, Ben, Carly, Matt and Eric Zager

Mazel tov to our friends, the Tamarkins!!!

With much love, The Ringold Family Congratulations to the Tamarkin Family! Thank you for all that you do for our community. We are so happy to be celebrating you this evening. Thank you to the faculty and staff of the JDS for helping to educate and nurture our children!

Love, Sara-Jane, David, Max & Jackson Bub

Mazel Tov to The Tamarkin Family Tama, thank you for your dedication, commitment, and leadership as president of the JDS. Pam Lott & Ron Ticho Hannah, Connie, and Nathan Ticho

We love the Tamarkin family!

XOXO Lynn, Jory, Alex and Jane

In honor of the Eichenwald and Golding families.

Thank you for your dedication to our wonderful school.

Sybil and Barry Baiman

Sara, Marc, Ivy & Lillian

Thank you to the Tamarkin family for all your efforts benefitting our community.

Jeff and Jill Blinder

Best wishes.

Jeff and Roberta Epstein

Mazel Tov to all JDS graduates and staff.

Harry, Amy, Nathan & Elana Fisher

We are so happy to join the JDS community!

Pamela Abrams and F. Michael Donohue

Mazel tov to our Kindergarten Class of ‘83.

You have all grown up so beautifully!

Dr. Alex and and Harriet Feig

Tama Fogelman

Mazel tov, Tama and Frank! We are so proud of you and wish we could be there with you to celebrate this wonderful accomplishment!

Kol HaKavod, Howard, Judy, Jane, Lev, Max, Mira, Shira and Jonathan

Mazel Tov to our friends, the Tamarkin Family!

- The Goldsmiths

Mazel Tov to the Honorees.

Ben Grossman

Tama and Frank, MAZEL TOV on this most deserving award.

You are true leaders in the Lehigh Valley and we are so proud to call you family.

Peggy and Bill Berger Jane, Lev, Max & Mira Ginsburg

Mazel Tov. Ralph Grossman

Deborah and Andrew Kimmel

We are very proud of the Tamarkin family for their commitment to the Jewish community.

Mazel tov to the Tamarkin family on a well deserved award and many thnks to the staff, faculty and head of school for your dedication.

Carole and Sy Klionsky

Larry Lang and Elaine Deutch

Best wishes.

Michael and Carole Langsam

Marc, Shary, Sam, Raquel and Jessica Levitt. All proud JDS grads.

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Mazal tov Tama, Frank, Hannah, Gabe and Zachary.

So proud of all you do!

Love you.

Tante Shari, Uncle Zo, Ariel and Daniel

Mazal tov to the honorees.

Roland and Chanah Markowitz “Raise up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Mazel Tov to the Tamarkins.

Ruth and Doug Nathanson

Congtatulations to the Tamarkin family. We appreciate all of your hard work for the JDS. Dr. and Mrs. Holmes Miller

Mazal Tov to the remarkable Tamarkin family.

Elaine and Leon Papir

Our community is truly blessed to have you with us. Mazel tov and best wishes.

Elaine Rappaport-Bass

In celebration of the kindergarten class of 1983.

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin Family and the Class of 1983 Dr. Joseph and Elena Pascal

Irwin and Ellen Schneider

The Scherline Family In appreciation for years of outstanding service to the community.

Bernie and Sara Schonbach

Mazal Tov to the Tamarkin family.

Love, Michael, Sam, Jaya, Jessica, David, Abby and Zeke

The Albert/Stein Family

Mazel tov to the Tamarkins!

Thank you JDS for giving me the superior foundation on which to build.

Fay, Michael and Izzy Kun

Rabbi Yaakov Weinrach (Kindergarten Class 1983)

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin Family! We are proud of your commitment to the Jewish Community.

In honor of our granddaughters Leah and Hannah Boonswang.

Happy students-thriving at JDS!!!

Love, Susan, Rob, Rachael & Ariel Cole

–‫מכל מלמדי השכלתי‬ ‫ומתלמידי יותר מכולם‬

Bubby and Zaidee

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin Family & Kindergarten Class of 1983.

Rabbi Alan Wiener MEKOROT Grade 5

Len and Jeri Zimmerman

“Congrats, and thank you, to the Tamarkin Family!�

Mike & Brenna Schlossberg

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Rebecca Hartman and Elliot Fleish

Towards our children future -Marilyn & Nate Braunstein Mazel Tov on this well deserved honor!

Best Wishes, Marcy, Danielle & Madison Staiman

Mazal tov Tamarkins! We love you!

The Wolf Pack

Mazel Tov, Tamarkin Family.

- Mandelker Family

We are so lucky to have the Tamarkin family.

To my Kindergarten Class of 1983

The Marksons

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Mazel Tov to the Kindergarten Class of 1983 - you have grown up to be mensches and are becoming leaders of the next generation Barbara and David Sussman

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin Family & The Kindergarten Class of 1983.

Rebecca Axelrod Cooper & Mitchell Cooper, Carol & Bob Wilson

Mazel Tov to the Tamarkin Family on this well deserved honor.

Jan & Glenn Ehrich & Family

Mazel Tov! Dr. Alyssa Abo Lubitz and the Class of 1983

WITH GRATITUDE FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR SCHOOL Cantor Joseph Bach Kathleen Chisari Robert and Michelle Cohen Ephraim and Lisa Dardashti Shari, Stuart, Lizzie and Ben Debowsky Judith Ginsburg Dr. Karl and Sara Glassman Jonathan and Marjorie Hertz Amy, Mark and Sarah Holtz Mr. and Mrs. William Irvin Nina Jackson Kaveh and Yeamie Kousari Jay and Evelyn Lipschutz Barbara Mallach Dr. and Mrs. Gerald Ethel Melamut Deborah Ovitz Alice Palombo Max and Megan Palombo Judith Saranga Murray and Marcia Schechter Matthew and Stacy Seltzer Edward H. Sherman Amy and Jack Silverman Audrey and Art Sosis Shari Wasser Steinberg Michael and Diane Tamarkin Matthew and Dana Ufberg Ronald and Beverly Wasserman Lori Wiener Barbara and Don Zelter

Grants & Funds

THE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL ENDOWMENT FUND AND SUPPORTING FOUNDATION

Caring members of the community have established endowment funds that support the Jewish Day School every year. Our sincere gratitude goes to those who forsaw that endowment funds help ensure the future viability of quality Jewish day school education in the Lehigh Valley.

Jewish Day School Endowment Fund Jewish Day School Supporting Foundation Bergstein Fund Finkelstein Fund Lisa Fraenkel Art Fund Gorfinkel Fund Grossinger Fund Robert Brent Lapiduss Memorial Scholarship Fund Papir Fund Sheftel Fund Louis and Renee Zales Fund Jewish Day School Scholarship Fund Jewish Day School Tree of Life Fund We also express appreciation to the donors and advisors of funds at the Lehigh Valley Jewish Foundation, the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley’s community endowment program, which provided grants to the Jewish Day School in 2014-15:

Sadie Berman Lehigh Valley Jewish Education Fund Congregation Agudas Achim Fund Peter Cooper Fund Veronica Fischmann Fund Blanka & Walter Knie Holocaust Education Fund Myra D. and Morton R. Levy Family Fund Papir Family Fund Sterman-Goldin Fund Fred and Barbara Sussman Family Fund Stephen & Beverly Volk Family Fund Ufberg Family Fund

Tax Credit Program PENNSYLVANIA EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT TAX CREDIT PROGRAM (EITC) The Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley thanks these donors for their participation in the PENNSYLVANIA EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT TAX CREDIT PROGRAM during the past school year.

Their support contributes directly to assisting with scholarships to families that demonstrate financial need.

American Bank Embassy Bank Highmark Insurance Lexus of Lehigh Valley Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company Mortgage America Susquehanna Bank UHS Fairmount, Inc. Wealth Strategics Management Weis Markets The PENNSYLVANIA EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT TAX CREDIT PROGRAM has provided scholarships to JDS students over the past 11 school years from donations provided by these businesses. Corporations and businesses, including “pass through” entities and limited partnerships, are eligible for nearly 100% state tax credit for qualified contributions. More information is available at: www.JewishLehighValley.org/EITC

St. Luke’s University Health Network joins The Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley in Honoring

The Tamarkin Family at the 63rd Annual Jewish Day School Gala

“He that gives should not remember, he that receives should never forget” –The Talmud