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PREVIOUS ARTICLE Update: David Storfer: From Transylvania to Teaneck to Israel David continues to build on the strong Jewish foundation his parents, Bennett and Linda, instilled in him. From the time he was born, David was raised in a kosher home and attended Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County. After forging strong relationships with his NCSY rabbis and receiving ongoing support from his family, David spent the year abroad studying in Israel. David is currently spending his second year in Israel and plans to attend Yeshiva University in the fall of 2012.
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