Politz Day School 50th Anniversary Tribute Journal

TIMELINE The school moves into “the little white house” in Cherry Hill on the site of the present building. The school grows to 13 children.

1968

THE BEGINNING The Sons of Israel Foundation School begins in the Fall of 1968 in Camden with 6 children in its first Preschool class.

1969

1970’s

The Preschool has active and tremendous growth throughout the 70’s.

Politz

Politz opens its first

opens its

Kindergarten class.

first 2nd grade class.

1982

1983

Perry Politz dedicated the school in memory of his parents. This dedication leads to the establishment of the Politz Foundation School.

1986

1987

Politz opens its first 1st grade class.

50th YEAR Politz opens its first 3rd grade class.

1993

Politz breaks ground for a much needed addition to the school.

Many students are having their classes in trailers as the school grows.

1994

The Politz Foundation School Board approves adding one grade per year with the vision of becoming a full Preschool8th Grade Day School.

1999

2000

Politz’s first graduating 8th Grade class!

2003

The Bernard E. Rothman Torah Campus is dedicated.

2004

Dr. Herb Caskey names the elementary school after his parents, Rose and Morris Caskey, z’l.

The Konig family names the Middle School in honor of Moish Konig’s father, Samuel J. Konig.

The new school building is completed and opened.

Celebrating 50 years of Politz Day School!

2011

2018

Politz looks forward to the culmination of a $3 million campaign to build the Krupnick Family Gymnasium, additonal classrooms and office space.

with gratitude...

# of Students

195 164 130

153

1997 2005 2012 2018

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1969

Sora Leah Rothman

OUR VISION To create a Jewish Day School with excellent secular studies for the children of our community, where they can develop a love of G-d and his Torah, a love of our fellow Jews and Israel – where they can be inspired by Torah’s noble teachings and become happy and proud committed Jews.

19 0’ 1970’s The 1970’s sees an amazing growth in the Preschool attributed to the commitment of Rabbi Rothman and the greater Cherry Hill community.

the beginning Preschool and Sons of Israel location in Camden

1972 9 2 Shirley Tannenbaum arrives in 1972 as one of our first teachers along with Ceal Segal and Sheila Goodman. Shirley subsequently becomes the Preschool Director and remains on the faculty for 15 years.

1983 The first Board of Trustees lays the framework for providing excellence in both General and Judaic Studies.

Politz opens its first Kindergarten class and Pnina Horowitz joins the faculty as teacher.

1989-1990 First Grade Sharon Katz, teacher

1982 Perry Politz dedicated the school in

memory of his parents. This dedication leads to the establishment of the Politz Foundation School.

Faculty back row from left to right: Mary Yasgur, Justine Cohen, Shirley Tannenbaum, Joni Schwartz, Pnina Horowitz Front row l-r: Cookie Matez, Rabbi Bernard Rothman, Robin Greenberg

As the Orthodox Jewish community grew in South Jersey, so did the need for a vital Jewish Day School. How to accomplish this goal with small class sizes was no easy task. A core group of dedicated parents and community members headed by Rabbi Rothman and Board Presidents, Mike Krug and Leslie Gordesky, were committed to the expansion of Politz Foundation School.

Slowly, throughout this decade Politz grew from a preschool to now having a kindergarten, first, second and third grade. At this time, Sharyn Rauer became our office administrator and art teacher. Marilyn Roth joined the faculty as an assistant in Pre-K and then became our second grade teacher. Rabbi Shmuel Kay became our first principal. Shortly thereafter, Roselee Redelheim became our Educational Director and is credited with bringing about significant growth and professionalism to our school. We were now on the road to success!

1985 Politz opens a First Grade.

Politz offers extended day to working parents Tuition for the Preschool: 5 day nursery is $810, 3 day nursery $495, 2 day nursery $375.

A step ahead of the rest: Politz fills a need for working parents.

1986

1987

Mrs. Marilyn Roth joins Politz as Assistant Pre-K teacher.

1989-1990 Second Grade Marilyn Roth, teacher

Politz opens a Second Grade.

Rabbi Shmuel Kay was hired as the first Principal of the Politz Foundation School and the Hebrew School.

1988

Roselee Redelheim is hired as Educational Director of Politz Foundation School and Hebrew School. During her 10 year tenure, Roselee’s vision and professional acumen help propel the school in its expansion and educational prominance.

Politz receives the OU Synagogue Education Award.

1990 Caskey Resource Room is dedicated.

Third grade is added. The parents were known as “The Politz Pioneers.”

1994 The Politz Foundation School Board

approves adding a grade a year to create a full fledged school from Preschool to 8th grade.

Rabbi Glustein

1996

Rabbi Glustein joins Politz as the first 5th Grade Rebbe.

1997

Politz begins a capital campaign to lay the foundation for the much needed addition to the school.

Mrs. Arlynne Sammons joins the faculty as our first Resource Room teacher.

Rabbi Moshe Kamensky, Principal 1997

1998

Politz begins forging lasting relationships with the Saltzman Foundation.

1998

Politz is awarded a $400k grant from the Partnership for Excellence in Jewish Education (now known as Prizmah)

by President Josh Elkin. The grant is used to start our Middle School. Politz receives one of 10 grants awarded nationwide. We are one of the first schools nationwide recognized by PEJE for its excellence.

2000

Our first 8th G rade gradua tion consisted of 6 students.

Back Row L-R: Jeffrey Fineberg, Aryeh Friedner, Deena (Zanger) Freedman, Yonatan (Jonathan) Horowitz, Mrs. Alice Green Front Row L-R: Natanya (Jungreis) Milgraum, Rebecca Shabason

2003 Groundbreaking for the new building begins.

In 2004 the new building is completed and Rabbi Glustein becomes Head of School.

New Building Dedication

Herb Caskey named the Elementary School after his parents, Rose and Morris Caskey, z’l.

The Konig family named the Middle School in honor of Moish Konig’s father, Samuel Konig.

The Caskey and Konig families at the opening of the new school building in 2004.

2006 Hachnassat Sefer Torah Courier Post, 30 Oct, 2006

There was dancing in the street Sunday as adults and children associated with the Politz Day School of Cherry Hill celebrated the dedication of the school’s first Torah.

Arnold and Myrna Young -- a Union County couple whose grandchildren attend the school -- donated the Torah, a long handwritten scroll containing the Five Books of Moses. Sunday’s festivities began in the morning at the home of the Youngs’ daughter and son-in-law, Alise and Kenneth Panitch.

The Rudoler Garden was built in 2007

Rav Kamenetsky visits Politz

Politz Pumas Basketball Team Politz Day School volunteers assisting with Super Sunday calls were, (seated, from left) Diane Irwin, Helen and Alan Baker, (standing, from left) Hoosh Sadiky, Lea AlvoSadiky, Alise Panitch and Baruch Seff.

Super Sunday 2009

Cherry Hill Mayor Platt visits Poltz in 2005

Israel Day Parade, NYC 2007

Middle School Shabbaton 2006

2010 Politz Day School is currently tops in the state in “The Stock Market Game,” an online investing club designed for students. Paying a recent visit to the school was Josh Reisman, local investment advisor and Federation leader.

2013 POLITZ CELEBRATES TORAH & TECHNOLOGY Thanks to a grant from the Kohelet Foundation, Politz Middle School students receive their own iPads to use for their General and Judaic studies classes. They are now able to integrate the lessons of Torah with modern technology to harness the best of both worlds.

2014 Politz Day School’s initiative to integrate technology into the classroom is in full swing.

Luanne Jackson, an Apple Educator, trains teachers Tami Krupnick and Karen Sinai to develop programs such as Digital Day and interactive learning using iPads possible.

2016 Sharyn Rauer, our beloved office administrator, retires from Politz after more than 30 years. Affectionately known as the “nucleus� of the school, Mrs. Rauer was an integral part of the Politz family. She is honored at the Annual Dinner for her years of dedication to Politz.

2018 Politz Day School launches a $3 million campaign for the building of a gymnasium and additional classrooms.

Student enrollment is currently at 195.

Politz Day School has solidified its reputation as a school of excellence with the help of national organizations such as PEJE, Prizmah, and Avi Chai.

Charidy Day 2017

Better Together Saltzman House

Rav Schachter of YU visits Politz

Panoply

Chagigat Siddur 1st Grade

Color War Lag B’Omer 2017

Preschool 2017 Maccabeats Concert 2011

Dr. Seuss Day 2010

Senator Beach visits Politz 2012

Author’s Night 2010

Grandparents’ Day 2010 Chagigat Chumash 2012

Politz gets iPads 2013

Politz Pumas with Coach Paul 2013

Leadership Retreat 2016

Ms. Mary Ray teaching Language Arts in MS

Bookmates Program 2013

5th Grade begins Gemara 2012

Ambassador Program with Dr. Zanger

Color War 2013

Mini Model Congress 2013

Yom Haatzmaut 65 2013

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n November 30th, we officially began our celebration of Politz’s 50th year on the 50th day of school with a school-wide celebration! The morning began with a special breakfast for Advisory Board members. Our Head of School, Rabbi Avraham Glustein and Board Chair, Sabrina Spector shared updates about the school’s recent strategic planning process and the exciting calendar of events for Politz’s 50th year. Next, students, guests, and faculty met in the Beit Midrash to watch a series of short videos created by Politz middle school students to highlight this momentous occasion. The excitement continued as the entire school—250 students and faculty members—converged upon the soccer field to form a giant number fifty, which was photographed via airborne drone. What a spectacular sight!

The robust schedule for the day found the students travelling to different educational and fun stations in the morning and afternoon. Every station (Judaic Studies in the morning and General Studies in the afternoon) focused on activities involving the number 50. At lunch, our Middle School students had the honor of listening to Rabbi Rothman tell about the evolution of Politz

as it began with a small number of students in nearby Camden. Our younger students, in grades first through fourth had the privilege of hearing Mrs. Horowitz speak about her experiences as our school’s first Kindergarten teacher. Our guest speaker, Mr. Charlie Bernhaut, captivated our middle school students when he spoke about the life of Yossele Rosenblatt, Ukrainian born chazzan and composer, known as the greatest chazzan of his time.

As this amazing day was drawing to a close, all students, faculty and special invited guests gathered outside for our Politz Day School Rock Ceremony. Throughout the weeks prior to this celebration, all of our students decorated a rock for each year the school has been in existence. Rabbi Rothman, our esteemed Dean of Politz, placed the first rock (1968) outside the main entrance of the school. Honored guests, faculty and students continued to place all of the rocks until our current year, 2018. This remarkable collection is prominently displayed outside the entrance to our school. “What an inspiring day!” exclaimed Rabbi Avraham Glustein.

“I am incredibly proud of our students and faculty, and look forward to the next fifty years of Jewish education at Politz Day School.”

Photo credit: Shua Glustein

Honoring

RABBI BERNARD E. ROTHMAN Visionary Leader

MR. SAMUEL & MRS. FAIGY KONIG DR. HERBERT CASKEY Visionary Builders

Paying Special Recognition and Honor to

MRS. ARLYNNE SAMMONS

Distinguished Visionary in Education

MRS. MARILYN MINDEL

Distinguished Shorashim Grandparent

A Message from the Head of School

RABBI AVRAHAM GLUSTEIN Thank you for joining us at our Anniversary Gala to celebrate fifty years of significant accomplishments as the premier Jewish Day School in Cherry Hill! Shehechiyanu vikiyimanu!

We are paying tribute to Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman, our esteemed Dean, leader and founder; to our builders and partners, the Konig and Caskey families; to Mrs. Arlynne Sammons, a beloved educator and administrator at Politz and to Mrs. Marilyn Mindel, grandparent to Rebecca, Arielle and Yoni. Our Honorees, together with the countless visionaries whose service as board presidents, lay leaders, volunteers, parents, grandparents and devoted staff of Politz Day School have turned this vision into a meaningful and fruitful reality that we are celebrating tonight.

Rabbi Rothman applied this powerful vision to navigate the turbulence of the school’s early years and see the school continuously grow and improve to its current glory. His wise words and extraordinary talent for pulling people together to work bishalom, in harmony, has left an indelible mark on the community. I am incredibly grateful to have his wise counsel as a resource, and I know this sentiment is shared throughout our community. When Politz outgrew its original space in the basement of Sons of Israel, Dr. Herb Caskey and Mr. Moshe Konig had the foresight, vision and magnanimity to help us construct our “new” building in 2004 and expand to meet the growing needs of the greater Cherry Hill community. Having been at Politz to witness this transition, I can attest to the transformative and positive impact our new building had on the lay leaders, the students and faculty and on the growth of the community. It is their vision that has spurred our growth to necessitate the next level of expansion, which is coming, G-d willing, this summer as we launch the construction of our new building which will have a gymnasium, state-of-art “Maker Space”, more classrooms and office space.

Mrs. Arlynne Sammons has played a vital role at Politz. She is a true “Jack of all Trades”, and a master, as well! A most modest, warm person and super-dedicated team player, there is almost no educational arena at Politz that has not benefitted from her boundless energies, wisdom and efficacy. Not to mention how she single handily manages the eighth-grade students, trip and yearbook, in the most unassuming manner. We could not manage without her, and she is most worthy of receiving this honor.

Mrs. Marilyn Mindel is the best friend and grandmother one could have! She is a proud founding member of our Grandparents Shorashim Society. Her warm, intelligent and gracious manner leaves no doubt as to why she merited to have such wonderful children, as well as, beautiful and accomplished grandchildren, whom have attended Politz, both now and in iy”H in the future.

Please enjoy this evening and the wonderful journal that chronicles and celebrates the challenges, triumphs and successes of a school called Politz. Mazal Tov!

A Message from the President

MRS. SABRINA SPECTOR It is an honor to be serving as the Board President on this major milestone in our school history. When you have an opportunity to enjoy this commemorative journal, you will see the remarkable growth in the past 50 years. It is because of the vision, passion, and dedication of those being honored tonight that we can celebrate the past and look forward to the future.

I’ve had the opportunity to travel a bit and in all of my journeys, I have never met a more remarkable leader than Rabbi Bernard Rothman.

Teaching and advising with compassion, empathy, and Torah wisdom, he is a man that chases after peace and harmony. His way of seeing the good in just about every opportunity as well as understanding people makes him an impactful mentor and leader. It was due to his dream and countless efforts, that our beloved school is here today.

Baal Chesed and philanthropists for numerous Jewish institutions, our Visionary Builder honorees have impacted thousands of lives including ours. Herb Caskey and Samuel and Faigy Konig answered the call to build a Jewish orthodox day school in South Jersey. Their generous contribution has led to hundreds of children receiving a stellar Jewish education, growing up and continuing to follow in their footsteps by being involved on their college campus’, communities, and day schools. As survivors of the Holocaust, the Konigs have created a legacy that will last for years to come and Herb Caskey has demonstrated the power of giving back to the community.

“A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love of learning.” Brad Henry – The perfect sentiment to describe Mrs. Arlynne Sammons who has reached our children in such beautiful ways. Her love for our children is apparent in all that she does to ensure our children reach their full potential.

Her patience and guidance is exemplary and our children are all the richer for learning with her.

I can personally attest to the fact that Marilyn Mindel is one of the best adopted grandmas in Cherry Hill. An amazing matriarch to her own family, Marilyn is as warm and welcoming to all who know her. She can always be called on to assist in anyway not just for her family but for the community. As a grandparent, she understands the integral need to pass tradition, heritage, and knowledge from one generation to another. She is a role model to many and we are proud to honor her as our inaugural honoree for the Shorashim Grandparents.

Dreamers, visionaries, teachers, and parents have made it possible to be here tonight. The parents and children who made the first leap of faith can look back with pride and satisfaction at what has been built and know they are part of something great that will ensure the continuity of Jewish education and life.

RABBI BERNARD E. ROTHMAN Visionary Leader

Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman was the founding Rav Hamachshir of the Tri County Vaad Hakashrus (predecessor of the Cherry K Vaad Hakashrus) which has served the Camden, Burlington and Gloucester Counties of New Jersey for over 40 years.

Rabbi Rothman received Semicha from Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik and Rabbi Samuel Belkin, President of Yeshiva University. He also did graduate work at Columbia University and Dropsie College, where he completed his studies in the Doctoral Program. Rabbi Rothman is Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Sons of Israel in Cherry Hill, NJ where he served as Rabbi for 40 years. He is past president of the Rabbinic Alumni of Yeshiva University and former Vice President of the Rabbinical Council of America. He received numerous awards including the National Rabbinic Award from the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America. According to Rabbi Rothman, one of his primary goals when he became Rabbi of this community over 50 years ago was to establish a flourishing Orthodox Day School. What would later become Politz Day School is one of the most important achievements the Rav has been privileged to be involved with.

“Because Politz is committed to making intensive and full time Jewish education accessible to all children, our students continue to develop their commitment to Torah and truly appreciate the wonderful heritage with which every Jewish person has been blessed�

Rabbi Rothman is deeply grateful for the blessings bestowed on him by Hakadosh Baruch Hu and for the love of his family, friends and community members who have enriched his life and inspired his role as teacher and leader of our community.

MR. SAMUEL & MRS. FAIGY KONIG Visionary Builders Faigy Grunwald Konig hails from a prominent rabbinical family. Born the youngest of fourteen children to Rabbi Yekusiel Yehuda and Rochel Grunwald in the town of Ungvar, (which at the time was part of Czechoslovakia and is now part of the Ukraine) Faigy is the only living grandchild of the Arugot Habosem. Samuel was born to Yosef Tzvi and Esther (Weinstock) Konig in Szerenc, Hungary. The third of nine children, Samuel was the only one of his family to survive Auschwitz.

After marrying and emigrating to the US, Faigy and Samuel first lived in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The family moved to Boro Park in 1957, where they raised their five children, their sons having the distinction of being the first boys on their block to wear yarmulkes. Faigy and Samuel’s five children, Heshy, Laib, Moish, Ari, and Ruchi, have given them 26 grandchildren and 63 great-grandchildren with two on the way (not including all of the spouses!). Samuel initially worked as a tailor and manager of a men’s clothing store but has been operating a health care facility for almost 40 years and still works 4 days per week at the age of 90. Aside from his family, the great love of his life is Torah learning.

He has attended a shiur daily 7 days a week without fail, always davens with a minyan, and is a superb ba’al tefillah and ba’al koraih. Faigy was a dedicated stay-at-home mother, but was always involved in helping others and doing chesed. Her home has long been known for its hachnasat orchim: her gourmet cooking and baking were the talk of the town. The Konigs still live in Boro Park. In 2000, Moish and Esther Konig, then residents of Cherry Hill, lovingly dedicated Politz’s MIddle School. By naming it the Samuel G. Konig Middle School, Moish and Esther not only set out to honor the value of living and loving Torah, but they did so with the intent to elevate the neshamot of Samuel’s siblings who perished at the hand of the Nazis, by perpetuating Torah learning and Jewish education for generations to come.

DR. HERBERT CASKEY Visionary Builder

Dr. Herbert Caskey was born and raised in Philadelphia. His mother, Rose Tarter Caskey, z’l, hailed from Camden and was a member of one of the founding families of Congregation Sons of Israel. Dr. Caskey’s bar mitzvah was held at Sons of Israel’s Parkside location. After graduating from Temple University and Jefferson Medical College, he completed a residency in Internal Medicine. Immediately thereafter, he became Director of an urban hospital’s Emergency Department and then launched an Emergency Department Physician Staffing & Management Company, expanding to multiple locations. Later, he developed a company providing healthcare services throughout the country in city, state, and private hospital settings.

Dr. Caskey has been an incredible role model in sustaining Jewish life through his dedication, efforts and philanthropy. He was the Founder of Aish Hatorah Philadelphia, where he has served as Chairman for almost 23 years. He was the first recipient of the prestigious Power of One Award by Aish International, based in Jerusalem. He was also President of the Board of Isralight International, dedicated to inspiring a worldwide Jewish renaissance. His quiet support of countless Jewish day schools, institutions, projects, and individuals is a direct result of the values and compassion modeled by his parents. His contributions to kiruv, Jewish education and special needs have had an immeasurable impact.

A benefactor of Politz Day School since its early days, Dr. Caskey has helped support scholarships and special needs programming, dedicating the School’s Resource Room in memory of his parents. When Politz undertook the ambitious goal to become a full elementary school and build its own facility, Dr. Caskey answered the call by dedicating the Rose & Morris Caskey Elementary School in 2004. There is no question that his support was pivotal to Politz Day School’s success.

Dr. Caskey is married and lives in Lower Merion, Pennsylvania. He is a proud father, uncle and grandfather to two granddaughters.

MRS. ARLYNNE SAMMONS Distinguished Visionary in Education

Mrs. Arlynne Sammons, our Distinguished Visionary in Education, has been a valued member of the Politz family for over 20 years. Her official title as “Curriculum Coordinator” doesn’t even scratch the surface of what you will find her doing on a daily basis. As our resource room teacher, Mrs. Sammons coordinates all Child Study Team Meetings and Support Services to ensure that each student’s needs are fully met. She teaches students individually, as well as, in small group settings. She can always be counted on to “lend a hand” wherever and whenever she is needed. Her soft-spoken, kind demeanor is endearing to students, teachers and parents.

Mrs. Sammons, as our 8th Grade Advisor, also oversees all fundraising and yearbook activities for our graduating students. Mrs. Sammons and her husband of 38 years, Sam, are the proud parents of Justin, Micah and Chelsea.

We are deeply grateful for everything she does on behalf of the students and faculty of Politz Day School. She is truly worthy of receiving this honor as our Distinguished Visionary in Education (and so much more).

MRS. MARILYN MINDEL Visionary Shorashim Grandparent

Mrs. Marilyn Mindel, also known as Bubbe, is the matriarch of the Cherry Hill Mindel Family. Born in Cuba, to parents of Eastern European descent, Marilyn left Havana as a little girl and immigrated to Vineland, New Jersey, where she grew up on a chicken farm. She later met her bashert, Alex z�l who came to America when the Castro regime took over.

She graduated with a teaching degree from Glassboro State College. While living in Vineland, Marilyn and Alex had three sons, Alfred, Harvey and Gerald. In 1977, the Mindels made the pilgrimage to Cherry Hill so they could send the boys to a Jewish day school and be part of a warm Orthodox Jewish Community.

Marilyn is very proud of her seven grandchildren - three of which attended Politz. Her grandchildren are involved in many aspects of Jewish life: volunteering as a soldier in Israel, coaching a special needs JCC basketball team, organizing Hillel events at college, heading our Bnei Akiva chapter, reading Torah, and leading youth minyan. In addition, Marilyn’s recently born grandsons are already looking forward to being future Politz students.

As a true Bubbe, Marilyn leads by example. She is an advocate for Jewish education, and has continually supported the growth and success of our Politz Day School. She is committed to Torah values and ethics, and fosters a Jewish environment for her sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren.

Shorashim Society

“Shorashim” is the Hebrew word for “roots,” where something starts from, where beginnings are made. When we look at our incredible students there is no better word to describe what you have accomplished as grandparents.

As part of marking this jubilee year, we have launched the Shorashim Society, by which ALL gifts to Politz by grandparents will include recognition as such. To be included and make a donation contact Alisha Abboudi 856 667 1013 or aabboudi@politz.org.

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Honoring RABBI BERNARD E. ROTHMAN Visionary Leader

MR. SAMUEL & MRS. FAIGY KONIG DR. HERBERT CASKEY Visionary Builders

Paying Special Recognition and Honor to MRS. ARLYNNE SAMMONS Distinguished Visionary in Education

MRS. MARILYN MINDEL Distinguished Shorashim Grandparent

“Some people dream of worthy accomplishments, while others stay awake and do them.”

MAZEL TOV POLITZ DAY SCHOOL CELEBRATING 50 YEARS AND HONOREES RABBI BERNARD ROTHMAN SAMUEL & FAIGY KONIG DR. HERB CASKEY ARYNNE SAMMONS MARILYN MINDEL

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Jerry & Shelly Abramson

Mazel Tov to Rabbi Rothman whose vision made all this possible Achim and Gerrie Rudoler

To our friend and visionary leader

Rabbi Bernard Rothman Fran & Leon L. Levy

Mazal Tov and Kol Hakavod to Rabbi Rothman, our friend and mentor, who we love and respect.

Special thanks to all the honorees for making Politz what it is today.

Myron and Tanya Buchman

We salute the extraordinary accomplishments of

Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman as Politz Day School of Cherry Hill celebrates its 50th Anniversary.

Mazel Tov to all those being honored tonight for their leadership and service to Jewish education.

Donald and Judy Love

Mazel Tov to all of the honorees for well deserved honors.

Thanks to your vision and dreams, our community has flourished.

Rabbi Rothman, there is no one like you. You are an extraordinary leader and the epitome of all things good. You have been a mentor and friend, inspiring us all to strive to be better people.

Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Konig and Dr. Caskey for giving us a wonderful place to educate our children.

Mrs. Sammons, words can't express how grateful we are to you for all that you do for our children.

Marilyn, you are the best adopted grandma in Cherry Hill!

A true inspiration to everyone that knows you.

Congratulations to the entire school community and administration on this milestone event. May we continue to grow for another 50 years.

Thank you to all of the past presidents and lay leaders who made tonight a reality.

Aaron, Sabrina, Leah, AJ, Danny, and Cara Spector

Yasher Koach to Rabbi Bernard Rothman for the Visionary dedication and unsurpassed devotion. Your leadership has been so inspirational to the fulfillment of this beautiful mission.

May you continue to bring the light of Torah to Cherry Hill. May Hashem bless you with good health and may you enjoy much nachas from everyone around you.

And in honor of our great-Grandchildren at Politz, Isabella Schwartz and Henry Miltz.

With love and esteem, Gene and Sandy Moteles

Yasher Koach to Visionary Builder

Dr. Herb Caskey for your wonderful deeds on behalf of Politz Cherry Hill and all of the day schools in Greater Philadelphia Yours gratefully, Rabbi Isaac Entin, Headmaster Nadav Schwartz, President David Kaplan, First Vice President Amir Goldman and Ari Weintraub, Past Presidents and the Executive Board of Caskey Torah Academy

Mazal Tov to Politz on 50 Years!

In honor of our greatgrandchildren, Lielle, Aya, Amnon, Rikki, Shai, Ruby, Israel, and Joseph.

From Zaydi and Bubbe Bierig

B�H

Mazel Tov to the Honorees Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman Mr. Samuel and Mrs. Faigy Konig Dr. Herbert Caskey Mrs. Arlynne Sammons and the entire staff and faculty

Thank you for your dedication and contributions in making

Politz Day School a pillar of the Jewish community, educating future generations of Klal Yisrael.

With sincere gratitude,

Marilyn Mindel Alex Mindel z�l

IN HONOR OF OUR PARENTS

SHMUEL AND FAIGY KONIG WE LOVE AND CHERISH YOU DEARLY. WE ARE GRATEFUL TO HKBH FOR EVERY DAY BECAUSE OF YOU. YOU SHOULD BE HEALTHY AND WELL SO THAT YOU CAN CONTINUE TO GUIDE US .

YOU ARE AND HAVE ALWAYS BEEN OUR BEACON OF SENSE AND SENSITIVITY. YOU MADE US WHO WE ARE TODAY. YOU IMBUED US WITH VALUES THAT ARE NOT NEGOTIABLE AND STAND THE TEST OF TIME. WE ASPIRE TO CONTINUE TO BE A SOURCE OF GREAT NACHAS TO YOU AND TO CONTINUE YOUR IMPORTANT LEGACY.

WITH LOVE FROM YOUR CHILDREN, LAIB & SUSIE KONIG HERSHY & BLIMIE KONIG ARI & KREINDY KONIG AVREIMI & RUCHI MELOHN

In Honor of our Dear Parents and Grandparents

Shmuel and Faigy Konig Your lives together serve as an example for all of us to try to emulate.

Torah and its pursuit are your highest priority, followed by love and devotion to family that is unparalleled.

We are so proud of you and hope that HaShem will bless you with continued good health and nachas from your beautiful family.

May the school that carries your name continue to educate its students according to the highest standards of scholarship and Middot Tovot .

All of our love and admiration, Estie and Moish Tammy, David, and Talia Melanie and Yehuda, Tani, Leora, Ayelet, and Molly Estee and Yehoshua, Lielle, Ari, and Kaylie Chana

In honor of

Rabbi Bernard Rothman Dean of Politz Day School It has been a privilege to work for you over the past twenty-two years.

Your wise and calming counsel has leveled the peaks and valleys of day school life and helped pave the road towards the academic excellence of our Torah institution.

May you be zocheh to arichat yamim, gezunt and nachat from all your children, both those at Politz and of your beautiful family.

Rabbi Avraham Glustein Head of School

In honor of the vision, wisdom and courage of

Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman You have shared your vision and wisdom with me on more than one occasion. In all instances you have allowed me the courage to persevere. For that I am deeply grateful.

Even while knowing that I am merely repeating all the sentiments that are bound to be shared throughout this tribute book and during this spectacular evening, it cannot be understated that what you have grown here goes beyond Politz Day School; the Cherry Hill Jewish community owes everything to you.

With utter respect and gratitude, Alisha Abboudi

In appreciation and recognition of this years honorees...

To Rabbi Rothman You have touched our family with your kindness and Chesed over the years. You helped establish a vibrant Jewish community and put Cherry Hill on the map! Your vision to start a Jewish Day School ensured that future generations would receive a Torah education.

To Dr. Caskey You enabled Politz to educate all children with your establishment and support of our Resource Room. You have enabled Politz to realize the dream of providing excellent education to all our elementary students.

To Samuel and Faigy Konig Out of the horrors of the Holocaust you came. You can rightfully be proud that Yiddishkeit is well and alive in our community and we prevail as a proud nation. Thank you for fulfilling the dream of an excellent middle school.

To Marilyn Mindel Thank you for paving the way by example for the Shorashim Grandparents Society. Your support of the school is very much appreciated.

To Arlynne Sammons For your many years of educating Politz students we are grateful. You have made a difference in our sons’ lives.

To all of you we say thank you and a hearty Mazal Tov!

Yaakov, Susan, Avi, Dani, and Ilan Bagley

Mazal Tov to Politz Day School on its 50th anniversary and to all of tonight’s honorees.

Elon and Neely Elisha and Family

Mazal Tov to all the Honorees!

Politz is lucky to have all of you.

In honor of the 50th we pay tribute to everyone that has given of their time and money to make Politz the amazing institution that it is. ‫יָסּור ִּממֶּ נָה‬-‫ ל ֹא‬,‫יַזְ ִּקין‬-‫פִּ י דַ ְרּכֹו גַם ּכִּ י‬-‫ עַ ל‬,‫חֲ נְֹך ַלנַעַ ר‬ May we always remember to teach a child according to his way!

Continued success in all that you do.

Ron and Sarah Zanger and family

Mazel Tov to RABBI ROTHMAN MR. SAMUEL AND MRS. FAIGY KONIG DR. HERBERT CASKEY Thank you for your vision and dedication to Politz Day School.

Our children’s love of Torah is because of you.

With much gratitude and appreciation, Jamie Dollinger and Robert Hirsch

In sincere appreciation to

Dr. Yaakov Bagley, DDS & Mrs. Jamie Dollinger

Co-Chairs for Politz Day School’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Since the inception of our 50th Year efforts, your passion, vision, wisdom, and dedication, have led the charge and are the key to tonight’s successful Gala.

A special thank you to your dedicated team of volunteers for their incredible efforts.

May Hashem reward you for your labors and grant you all that you need.

The Administration of Politz Day School

Their vision yesterday...our school today!

Thank You to

Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman and Mr. Samuel & Mrs. Faigy Konig Dr. Herbert Caskey Mrs. Arlynne Sammons Mrs. Marilyn Mindel Alan & Helen Baker ∞ Ed & Sybil Bernstein ∞ Fred & Fran Brockman ∞ Harvey & Sharon Chaitoff ∞ Barry & Sandra Crass ∞ Joel & Audrey Dahan ∞ Steve & Elly Edenbaum ∞ Allen & Debbie Fineberg ∞ Alan Friedman ∞ Robbie & Debbie Friedner ∞ Jack & Yaffa Fuchs ∞ Sid & Shari Goldberg ∞ Bruce & Marlene Goldhagen ∞ Gersh & Deena Greenblatt ∞ Alex Jozsef & rosa Kanevsky ∞ Stuart & Rochelle Katz ∞ Tuvia & Gaela Klein ∞ Mike & Elyse Krug ∞ Gary & Tanya Kundin ∞ Rafi & Tovah Kurlansik ∞ David & Anat Lackner ∞ Bill & Robin Sue Landsburg ∞ Mark & Janet Lowitz ∞ Marvin & Marsha Raab ∞ Andi Rauer ∞ Sol & Marsha Sadres ∞ Richard & Sharon Schwab ∞ Leon & Shirle Shabason ∞ Dori Shapiro ∞ Harold & Elaine Sklar ∞ Alex & Olga Sokolin ∞ Cheryl Svei Barry & Marcy Sweet ∞ Sam & Eve Narrow Tilonsky ∞ Paul & Linda Weinberg ∞ Craig & Talia Whitman

To our Visionary Builders

The Caskey and Konig Families who transformed a fledgling school from but a dream into a proud reality.

You have magnanimously allowed us to construct our beautiful building, thereby growing the Jewish community of South Jersey.

Through your vision, the sweet sounds of Torah and a well-rounded education Are now available to any child who desires a Torah-true education in the Greater Cherry Hill region.

May Hashem grant you all the bracha, gezunt, and resources to continue doing you wonderful work.

The Politz Day School Staff, Students, and Administration

In honor of

Mrs. Arlynne Sammons To an Educator par excellence, A warm caring soul Who has boundless energies, Infinite devotion and dedication, High expectations, A power of inspiration that Touches all those who meet her, A passionate team player And the humblest, Most unassuming, Most wonderful person, One of the all time MVP’s on Team Politz.

Thank you for being on our team,

Rabbi Avraham Glustein Head of School

Mazal Tov to Politz Day School and all of the honorees.

May you go from strength to strength.

Drs. Alan and Karlene Turtz

The Chevra Kadisha of Cherry Hill supports Torah education at Politz Day School of Cherry Hill and joins in honoring Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman Visionary Leader

Mr. William Heine, President Chevra Kadisha

To Rabbi Rothman Our Rabbi Our Teacher Our Friend Wishing you all the best!

Susan Love & David Farber

Mazel tov to

Rabbi Rothman and all of the honorees.

Rabbi Rothman, without your many decades of commitment to Politz Day School and Sons of Israel, Cherry Hill would never have grown into the vibrant and thriving Orthodox community that exists today.

Congratulations on reaching this 50th anniversary milestone and may you continue to have nachas from the children you've helped educate.

Eric and Rachel Klein

To all of the honorees, Mazal Tov on your richly deserved awards.

Rabbi Rothman has been the spiritual and visionary leader to our entire Jewish community. He has inspired and taught generations of our children and adults.

Mrs. and Mrs. Konig and their beautiful family have made so much possible at Politz with their generous dedication of the Middle School.

Dr. Caskey, in dedicating our Elementary School and supporting special needs programming, has helped Politz welcome a ride range of students.

Mrs. Sammons’ educational role has included providing professional leadership and ensuring that the needs of all Politz students are met.

Mrs. “Bubbe” Mindel sets the gold standard of grandparenting.

What more can we aspire to?

Yasher Koach and much gratitude!

From Michael and Marcy Partnow

Congratulations to Politz Day School on this Milestone Anniversary and ‫מזל טוב‬ To all the Honorees, Michael, Barbara, James, Kayla, and Jacob Rosenbloom

Mazal tov to Politz on 50 years.

Next year we send the Drabtwins.

We hope Politz makes it to 51.

Michal, Daniel, Yosef, and Devora Drabkin.

It is an honor to recognize the 50th anniversary of Politz Day School and to celebrate all of its accomplishments over these five decades.

There will never be words adequate to express our appreciation to the KONIG FAMILY and to DR. HERBERT CASKEY for being there at the moment we needed you most to help Politz become a full elementary school. May you be blessed for your great contribution to our Jewish future and for all the voices of children studying Torah that you made possible. May we see Politz continue in strength for the next 50 years.

RABBI ROTHMAN: Your vision and leadership has given Politz Day School its heart and soul. What makes our school special - its love of every Jew and respect for all - is what you have imbued in the Cherry Hill community.

We are grateful to have a modest yet extraordinary leader such as you to guide our school and community. We wish you and Eveline every blessing.

ARLYNNE: Thank you for your tireless efforts on behalf of our students and school. Your contribution has been vital and is greatly appreciated.

MARILYN: You are the Eshet Chayil of our community. We love you and thank you for everything you have done. You are incredibly special.

To all who have helped Politz reach this milestone in strength: WE SALUTE YOU. Let's keep going strong!

Alise and Kenneth Panitch Eliana, Daniella, Jordan, and Yoni

In honor of our grandchildren Aliza Bienenfeld Avichai Roller Devorah Bienenfeld Kayla Roller Yosef Bienenfeld Tamar Bienenfeld Betzalel Roller And the wonderful education they are receiving at Politz Day School Mindy and Jonathan Roller

POLITZ DAY SCHOOL IS GOOD AS GOLD #ProudPolitzAlumniParents #JessicaNatanyaBrian #ourkids #MAZELTOVTOALL2018HONOREES #PROUDSUPPORTER #CHERRYHILLCOMMUNITY #POLITZDAYSCHOOL

Lynn and Bill Jungreis

Mazal tov to all of the Honorees

To our beloved brother-in-law and uncle, Rabbi Bernard Rothman Mazal Tov on this honor. It is a most deserved tribute to a man who has given so much of his time, energy and passion to the creation and betterment of the school for so many years, thereby helping to support a Torah way of life for so many in your community.

Your enthusiasm, warm smile, compassion and devotion to your community has provided us with an outstanding role model and you should continue to inspire all who know you.

We are very proud to call you family and pray that Hashem continues to bless you with good health, nachat from your family, joy and peace for many years to come.

With much love and admiration, Jerry Dattelkramer Shari, Jeff, Alexa, Jonathan and Olivia Fishman Barry, Nancy, Ariella, Batsheva and Tamar Dattelkramer In loving memory, Ann Dattelkramer, z'l

Mazel tov to Politz Day School on its 50th anniversary!

We are proud of your accomplishments!

We thank all of the honorees for their vital role in helping this fine institution.

We thank the faculty, administration, staff, and lay leadership for your commitment and efforts.

We are proud that our grandchildren have benefited from this special school: Eliana, Daniella, Jordan, and Yoni Panitch.

Chazak Chazak Venitchazek!!

Arnold and Myrna Young

Mazal Tov to all the honorees and for all they have done for Politz Day School.

To our dear Marilyn, “A good friend is a tower of strength; to find one is a treasure.�

Love, Rhoda and Jay Schmulowitz

In Honor of Rabbi Rothman for his many decades of service to Politz and the Cherry Hill Jewish Community In appreciation of the Konig Family and Dr. Caskey for their ongoing support of the education of our community's children Thank you Mrs. Sammons for all your work on behalf of our school and children and congratulations on this well deserved honor Elad & Shainy Rosin

IN HONOR OF OUR DEAR SISTER AND AUNT

MRS. MARILYN MINDEL UPON RECEIVING THE DISTINGUISHED

SHORASHIM GRANDPARENT AWARD A MOST DESERVING RECIPIENT, AS MARILYN IS DEDICATED AND DEVOTED TO THE CONTINUOUS GROWTH OF HER BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. MARILYN, ALONG WITH HER HUSBAND, ALEX, OF BLESSED MEMORY, ALWAYS ENCOURAGED AND SUPPORTED THEIR CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN AS THEY PURSUED THEIR EDUCATION AT POLITZ DAY SCHOOL. MARILYN IS AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF HER SHUL AND A WELCOMED PARTICIPANT IN HER CLOSE-KNIT COMMUNITY. MAY SHE HAVE THE STRENGTH TO CONTINUE IN HER EFFORTS AND BE REWARDED WITH MUCH NACHAS FROM HER FAMILY. WITH LOVE, MARVIN & ROSE GOLD ALEX & CHANEY GOLD AVRUMIE & SORA SCHOR MICHAEL GOLD YONATAN & ESTHER GOLDENBERG AND FAMILIES

Mazal Tov to Politz Day School on its 50th anniversary.

Special recognition to all of the honorees and especially visionary founder Rabbi Bernard Rothman and pioneer donor Dr. Herbert Caskey.

We'd also like to congratulate Mrs. Marilyn Mindel on her honor and also for being the mother of Harvey, of whom we are great fans!

The Kohelet Foundation

In honor of Rabbi Rothman Congratulations on your amazing 50 years of service.

Ellen, Lee, Jodi, Leah, and Ben Meadvin

Mazal Tov to Politz Day School of Cherry Hill and all this year's most distinguished honorees May you go from strength to strength!

Scott Seligsohn and Family

Yaeli and Rachael, Extraordinary. Loving. Committed. Amazing. Exhausted.

You are all this. Thank you for every single day.

Alisha

P.S. Don’t forget me Marilyn, Best roomie ever. You know how I feel.

Just typing this makes me weep. You’re my hero.

Alisha

Leslie, You’re a visionary. No less than that.

Our most fragile precious chickies are in the best hands under your leadership.

Alisha

Kristen, I love you and appreciate you more than you actually believe.

You’re the best kind of warrior, thank you for being on our team.

Alisha

Arlynne, As a Politz parent, my gratitude for your constant commitment to enhancing and enriching the educational experience of our children knew no bounds.

Working alongside you, not much has changed in that regard except that my awe and admiration have only deepened.

Arlynne, you are a precious jewel in Politz’s crown.

Thank you for allowing us to honor your hard work, your passion and all that you have accomplished on behalf of Politz Day School.

With deep admiration, Alisha

To our Dear Mrs. Sammons, As a young boy, Yonatan would come home and tell us all about his day. He would explain Mrs. Sammons’ patience and kindness towards her students. She knew how to instill confidence and to teach strong math fundamentals to her students. Now, our son is doing unbelievably in math and it’s all because of the roots she had planted in him at Politz Day School. May Mrs. Sammons be blessed with a lifetime of happiness and much nachat. We are so grateful for everything the Politz family has given us. (P.S. Yonatan will always remember your big jar of pretzels that never went empty!)

To our friend, Marilyn Mindel, The Michaelov family adores you and misses you very much.

You were always so sweet and kind: another mother figure to our family. May Hashem continue to bless you to see nachat from your children and grandchildren.

Even though we relocated to Florida, our hearts are still with you and our great memories will not be forgotten.

Congratulations to all the honorees!

With Love,

The Michaelov Family

To Rabbi Rothman

With Love, Lou & Claire D’Angelo

Mazal Tov to all the honorees!

With appreciation, Louis and Hanina Ruttenberg

"A good name is more desirable than great riches, a good reputation than silver and gold." ~~ Proverbs (Mishle) 22:1 In honor of our beloved Rav,

Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman whose good name and good reputation rises above all others.

Thank you for your vision, your commitment, and your leadership.

Thank you for all you do for our community and beyond.

Thank you for being you – there is no other!

Rabbi Avraham Glustein, Marilyn Roth, Sharyn Rauer, Arlynne Sammons

MAZEL TOV TO ALL HONOREES AND YASHER KOACH TO POLITZ DAY SCHOOL SPECIAL THANKS TO THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE DINNER COMMITTEE MAY HASHEM BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN MERIT OF YOUR INVOLVEMENT, DEDICATION, AND COMMITMENT TO POLITZ DAY SCHOOL L’ CHAIM THE GIRLYA FAMILY DIGGERLAND USA

CONGRATULATIONS TO

RABBI ROTHMAN NO ONE IS MORE DESERVING! AND TO ALL THE OTHER HONOREES WITH ADMIRATION, ZEV ROSE AND FAMILY

Congratulations to Mrs. Sammons and Mrs. Mindel and all the Politz Day School honorees

A special Yasher Koach to ‫האי גברא רבא‬ Rabbi Rothman ‫שליט"א‬ a leader who truly exemplifies ‫אוהב שלום ורודף שלום אוהב את הבריות ומקרבן לתורה‬

Rabbi Mendy and Dinie Mangel Chabad Lubavitch of Camden and Burlington Counties, NJ

In honor of

The Politz Day School Staff Your dedication, creativity, warmth and professionalism will leave an impact on your students forever, long after this monumental 50th year is but a distant memory.

Alisha Abboudi, Miriam Akda, Dana Amsili, Dalia Aroshas, Alicia Bar-Or, Audrey Becker, Don Becker, Rabbi Buddy Berkowitz, Denise Blumberg, Amy Bodofsky, Caryn Brody, Sharon Chaitoff, Kristin DeLong, Bracha Eider, Peter Ent, Leah Greenfeld, Kristen Head, Esti Helberg, Pnina Horowitz, Rabbi Avrohom Katz, Shana Kessler, Joanne Kohut, Tami Krupnick, Sylvia Levine, Sheryl Malamud, Isabelle Marciano, Leah Marder, Donna Moskowitz, Linda Moskowitz, Sori Newman, Rachael Ovitz, Shayna Perlow, Debbie Pester, Kenny Ridley, Tania Royal, Joyce Ruthen, Arlynne Sammons, Jane Satanoff, Menorah Schwartz, Perri Silverstein, Karen Sinai, Talia Sinai, Tania Sobel, Yaeli Sokolic, Rabbi Tzvi Weimer, Shira Weinstein, Lynn Weiss, Barbara Wolf, Vicky Yarimi, Darcie Young

With gratitude and deep appreciation, Rabbi Avraham Glustein Mrs. Marilyn Roth Mrs. Leslie Gordesky

“If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.”

To our distinguished colleague and mentor,

Arlynne Sammons, Thank you for…

Your dedication to all of our students, parents and faculty Your leadership as our 8th grade advisor Your willingness to always “lend a hand” whenever and wherever needed.

Your expertise in teaching all of our children Your kind and caring demeanor Your friendship!

With our deepest admiration,

The Politz Faculty and Staff

In tribute to our beloved brother

Rabbi Bernard E. Rothman A visionary leader A solid mentsch A Torah leader and scholar of sterling character A kind, gentle, caring human being whose love and loving inspiration touch the lives of those around him With admiration, appreciation, respect, and love, Seymour and Alice Rothman and family Henry and Golda Reena Rothman and family

Mazal tov to

Dr. Herbert Caskey

on a well-deserved honor.

From your sister and brother-in-law,

Marlene & Marvin Korff

Mazal Tov to all of this year’s honorees!

David, Libby, and Yoni Bierig

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Rabbi Rothman for his lifetime devotion in creating an exemplary Orthodox Jewish community in Cherry Hill, NJ. It is with sincere gratitude that we thank all of this years honorees for their role in building Politz Day School. ‫מזל טוב‬

Ailene and Howard Uderman

Mazel Tov to Berel Rothman, One of the kindest and humblest people we know. We are so fortunate that you joined our family, when Binyamin married our daughter, Aliza. May you continue in good health and go machayil lachayil and continue your wonderful work for your community and dedication to your family.

Donny & Rena Jurkowitz Mazel Tov to our dear father, Rabbi Rothman, on this well-deserved honor.

You understood that the future of the community and Klal Yisrael are based on the education of its youth. So you took the initiative to found and lead a day school while you were already a busy, full-time Rabbi. You gave, and continue to give, your time energy and love for the success of Politz and its students. The Cherry Hill Community is enriched by all you've done and continue to do. Your lifelong dedication to the community serves as a role model to all of us. May Hashem give you good health, together with Evelyn, to continue your Avodas Hakodesh.

With love from your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Moish and Sara Lea Dear and family; Binyamin and Aliza Rothman and family Avraham and Miriam Rothman and family; Daniel and Rachel and Lasar and family

Yaakov, You are a tireless advocate for our community. There are not enough words to describe my gratitude for your devotion to this milestone year.

Alisha

Jamie, I was blessed you joined me on this journey.

Thank you for your keen wisdom and your deep devotion to building and uniting this community.

Alisha

Mazel Tov to Rabbi Rothman!

There are so many ways to describe Rabbi Rothman and his impact on Politz Day School and the entire South Jersey Jewish community: Pioneer, visionary, leader, soft-spoken, scholar, respected, revered, admired, advocate, mentsch.

We have been privileged to be part of the Cherry Hill community under his leadership and enjoyed all the benefits for which he deserves so much credit. ‫עד מאה ועשרים‬ Fondly, Eytan and Diane Irwin

To Mr. and Mrs. Konig and Dr. Herbert Caskey, Your faith in Cherry Hill is only matched by your generosity. You have uniquely encouraged and supported our community beyond expectations, and we hope you are proud of what we have accomplished in your namesake.

May you continue to be passionate, able and willing to continue to support vital initiatives which are so important to the continuity of ‫עם ישראל‬ May you be blessed with continued Nachat from family, friends, and community.

With deep admiration, Eytan and Diane Irwin

Mazel Tov to

Rabbi Berel Rothman whose vision and decades of leadership of Politz Day School are truly deserving of this honor. May Rabbi and Mrs. Rothman continue to serve Klal Yisroel for many years to come, in good health, and may we and our mechutanim continue to see nachas from our children and grandchildren.

Yisroel & Geri Gantz

Mazel Tov to all the incredible honorees! It is a privilege, at this jubilee milestone, to celebrate and honor the visionaries who saw the need for Torah education in Cherry Hill and turned their vision into a reality.

Thank you to Rabbi Rothman, the Konig family, the Caskey family, Mrs. Sammons, and Mrs. Mindel.

Truly, those of us who are working for the school now are standing on the shoulders of giants.

Aaron Roller & Shira Rosenbaum

Mazal tov to all the amazing honorees! Thank you from our family.

To Rabbi Rothman for having the vision to start this amazing school and for your continued guidance throughout the years.

Thank you to the Konigs and Dr. Caskey for continuing to support the school for all these years.

Special thank you to Arlynne for the special attention you gave to anyone who needed it!!

To Marilyn, you are indeed a distinguished mother, grandmother and friend.

The Eichen Family

To Mrs. Arlynne Sammons

Thank you for guiding, loving, and believing in our children.

To Mrs. Marilyn Mindel

Thank you for your commitment to Jewish education and community.

With much appreciation, Jamie Dollinger and Robert Hirsch

Mazel tov to Rabbi Rothman and all the honorees!

With sincere appreciation Judy and Steve Herzberg

Mazal tov to Marilyn Mindel L’dor v’dor Love, Gene and Sandy Moteles

Mazel Tov to Rabbi Rothman And all of those who worked to make Politz what it is.

Past-Present-Future Lorraine and Gerry Reiser

Mazal tov to all those who had the vision to create the foundation for an excellent yeshiva education, and to all the supporters and honorees whose continuing efforts, diligence, and determination provide the opportunity for all those who desire it.

We are very proud of our wonderful children and grandchildren, Eli and Bracha Tova, and what they have accomplished.

Evelyn, Ira, and Sean Tyszler

Congratulations to all the honorees!

From Aliza and Lenny Silverstein

Mazal Tov to Visionary Founder Rabbi Rothman and Politz Day School on celebrating 50 years!

Mayor Chuck and Stephanie Cahn

Mazal Tov Politz Day School on your Milestone 50th Anniversary!

Susan Love

Mazal Tov to Marilyn Mindel A very special and kind friend Love, Tami and Morris Starkman

.‫איזהו חכם? הרואה את הנולד‬ Who is wise? One who looks into the future.

Rabbi Rothman,

it was your vision of the future that built this school.

Mazel Tov to all of our honorees! Each one of you has given generously to the establishment and growth of Politz Day School. Thank you! ‫ישלם ה' שכר פעולותיכם‬ May the Almighty send you blessings and success in all your endeavors.

Cantor Isaac and Mrs. Pnina Horowitz

Mrs. Sammons, To the honorees, Thank you for everything you do for our children and grandchildren!

Dr. Isaac & Amy Halickman Mel & Myrna Halickman Steve & Judy Kaplan

Thank you for everything you do for us (especially the candy sale)!

With love, Allison, Daniel, Yoni, Lizzie, and Jenny Halickman

Rabbi Rothman,

Politz Day School would like to express its everlasting gratitude to

Jerry & Shelly Abramson for making the vision of our 7th and 8th grade Israel Trip a reality!

We are blessed and grateful to have you in our lives. Just as you are so special to Politz and the South Jersey Jewish community, so are you very special to our family. We wish you Mazel Tov on being Politz’s Visionary Leader, a well deserved honor!

Rachel, Steve and Michael Klein

To the Teachers and Staff of Politz.

Hakarat Hatov for your mesirut nefesh and future Hatzlacha!

Herb & Adena Rosin

Thank you to Politz for preparing us for the future!

The 8th Grade Graduating Class Of 2018

Mrs. Sammons, You have helped nurture and teach our children over the last 8 years, and we are so thankful for your dedication to our children and to Politz.

Caryn & Zumi Brody

Mazel Tov to all of the very deserving honorees, builders of Politz Day School, and by extension, the entire Cherry Hill Jewish community. We salute your efforts, generosity, leadership and vision.

With much admiration, Rabbi Jonathan & Sarah Bienenfeld & Family

With awe and appreciation we wish all the distinguished honorees "Mazel Tov" and "Thank You" for their dedication to Politz Day School and Jewish education.

DEAR RABBI ROTHMAN, MAZAL TOV ON BEING CHOSEN FOR THE VISIONARY LEADER AWARD. THE SUCCESS OF POLITZ HAS BEEN MAINTAINED BECAUSE OF YOU AND MANY OTHERS WHO HAVE STRIVED TO EDUCATION MANY JEWISH CHILDREN TO TORAH LEARNING. MAY YOU CONTINUE TEACHING OUR CHILDREN IN GOOD HEALTH, EVERY HAPPINESS, AND MUCH NACHAS FOR MANY YEARS. WITH BLESSINGS, DEBBY DEAR

Fondly, Akiva and Natalie Horowitz and family

Mazal tov to Rabbi Rothman, Arlynne Sammons and the other honorees.

Thank you to everyone at Politz for educating and nurturing our children for the past 50 years.

Mazel tov to our honorees Rabbi Rothman Arlynne Sammons and Marilyn Mindel for this well deserved honor

Jane and Dennis Satanoff

Brad and Leslie Gordesky

To my friend and colleague Arlynne This honor is more than well deserved.

Mazal Tov to

With love and admiration, Yaeli

Arlynne Sammons

a dear friend and a wonderful colleague, on this well-deserved honor!

Rachael Ovitz

Thank you to

Rabbi Bernard Rothman and all of tonight’s honorees for their tremendous vision and dedication, and to Politz on celebrating its first fifty years!

Congratulations to our aunt

Marilyn Mindel Fondly, Albert & Lori Mindel

The Ovitz Family

Mazal Tov to Politz Day School on educating generations of Jewish children!

Congratulations to Politz Day School on reaching this momentous milestone!

Brad & Leslie Gordesky

Larry & Margie Nussbaum

With our deepest admiration to

Mazel Tov to the Honorees! Thanks for all you do for Politz. May you always be blessed.

Rabbi Rothman and Arlynne Sammons Marilyn & Steve Roth

Mazal Tov to all the honorees Thank you for all you do for Politz!

Yaeli & Chemmie Sokolic

Haleh and Jeff Resnick

In honor of Dr Herb Caskey & Rabbi Bernard Rothman from Rene Rubin & Seth Zwillenberg

CONGRATULATIONS TO

RABBI BERNARD E. ROTHMAN MR. SAMUEL & MRS. FAIGY KONIG DR. HERBERT CASKEY MRS. ARLYNNE SAMMONS MRS. MARILYN MINDEL BEST WISHES TO

RABBI AVRAHAM GLUSTEIN AND THE ENTIRE STAFF AND FACULTY OF POLITZ

DAY SCHOOL

FOR MANY YEARS OF CONTINUED SUCCESS IN EDUCATING FUTURE GENERATIONS OF

KLAL YISRAEL

KOSLOFF TORAH ACADEMY DR. DAVID WEISS, PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS RABBI BARUCH LICHTENSTEIN, MENAHEL MRS. BRENDY SIEV, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF GENERAL STUDIES RABBI YAAKOV DEUTSCHER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mazal Tov to all the honorees!

Mazel Tov to everyone at Politz Day School for 50 years of service!

Yasher Koach to Rabbi Rothman for his leadership of the entire community.

Mazel Tov to Samuel & Faigy Konig, Dr. Herbert Caskey, Arlynne Sammons, and Marilyn Mindel.

From your friends at Young Israel of Cherry Hill

Politz Day School thanks Trophy Limousine for providing safe and luxurious airport transportation for our 7th and 8th grade students on their “trip of a lifetime� to Israel!

Congratulations to all of tonight’s honorees!

To Rabbi Rothman For 50 years of realizing your dream

To the Caskey and Konig Families For your belief in our school’s future

To Bubbe Mindel For being a role model for all Cherry Hill families

Mrs. Sammons For your confidence in our children We are all grateful recipients of your tireless efforts and service to the community Fondly, TL, Sabra, Liana, and Gavriel Weinberg

Thank you to

Mrs. Arlynne Sammons for your incredible dedication to our children!

With great appreciation from the Politz Parents Association (PPA) and Families.

"Educate the youngster according to his way, then, even when he grows old, he shall not depart from it." ~~ Proverbs 22:6 ~~ In honor of our esteemed colleague,

Mrs. Arlynne Sammons who has the expertise to personalize the education for each child who entered her room over the years.

Thank you for the myriad tasks you perform above and beyond your job description. Thank you for the endless hours you dedicate to the students, parents and faculty.

Thank you for being an integral part of the Politz administration.

Rabbi Avraham Glustein, Marilyn Roth, and Sharyn Rauer

Kol Hakavod to Herb Caskey and all of the honorees on all the wonderful work they have done and continue to do for Am Yisrael!

Cyndi and David Kosloff

In honor of Rabbi Rothman Thank you for a lifetime of service to the Jewish community. May you go from strength to strength.

The Shuster Foundation

Dearest Rabbi Rothman,

‫שליט"א‬

On behalf of your colleagues, past and present congregants, students and community at large we would like to acknowledge and thank you for your tireless years of dedication and service to the Cherry Hill Jewish community and Klal Yisrael.

Your visionary leadership has inspired so much of Jewish life in our community today including Politz Day School that we are celebrating tonight.

May Hashem continue to bless you and Evelyn with health and nachas from your family for many years to come.

Rabbi Ephraim Epstein, Cantor Isaac Horowitz, Rabbi Shalom Shapiro, and Dr. Eytan Irwin

Congregation Sons of Israel wishes a heartfelt Mazel Tov to Politz Day School on this auspicious occasion of the 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner. Yasher Koach to all of the distinguished honorees:

Rabbi Bernard Rothman ‫שליט"א‬ Mr. and Mrs. Samuel and Faigy Konig, Dr. Herbert Caskey Mrs. Arlynne Sammons Mrs. Marilyn Mindel May Hashem bless Politz Day School with continued success educating and preparing the Jewish students of Southern New Jersey to lead the next generation of American Jewry.

Rabbi Ephraim Epstein, Cantor Isaac Horowitz, Rabbi Shalom Shapiro, and Dr. Eytan Irwin

THANK YOU TO

RABBI BERNARD ROTHMAN

MRS. MARILYN MINDEL AND ALL THE HONOREES FOR YOUR TREMENDOUS CONTRIBURIONS TO POLITZ DAY SCHOOL AND OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY KOL HA KAVOD! CAROL AND ALLEN SEFTEL

Mazal Tov To Politz Day School On this momentous occasion!

Go from Strength to Strength!

Mazel Tov to the 50 Anniversary Politz Day School Dinner Honorees and Visionary Leaders. We applaud your dedication to Jewish education and recognize your everlasting contributions to the Cherry Hill community. A fifty-year jubilee is an incredible accomplishment and we are proud to share in this milestone.

Dear Rabbi Rothman,

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Hillary and Bill Weiss, Shani (‘05), Josh (‘08), Noah (‘11), and Ari (‘12)

It is hard to believe that 50 years have come and gone. It seems like yesterday that you and Greta came to Camden in 1963 and that your first home was at 1803 Park Blvd across the street from the synagogue in Camden. Our very first Mikvah was in that synagogue. Sons of Israel moved from Camden to its current location, 720 Cooper Landing Road here in Cherry Hill and was dedicated in 1971. You founded Politz Day School of Cherry Hill and served as its dean for many years. You not only served your congregation, you served your community. What greater gift than giving of one’s self can anyone give. You were always there for everyone anytime night or day. I just want to say thank you. Only two words but they mean so much. May you live and be well to 120 years in peace and contentment. All my best wishes.

Your friend and congregant, Sandra Crass

In honor of Dr. Herbert Caskey Thank you for your values your leadership and your commitment to Jewish Education Yonina and Zev Jacobson

Dear Rabbi Rothman, So much of who we are and where we are today we attribute to you: your teachings, your warmth, your guidance.

May you be blessed with siyata d’shmaya to continue to carry the light of Torah to others until maya v’esrim.

With fondness & gratitude, Blima & Chaim Horwitz

Mazel Tov to...

Mazal Tov to Rabbi Bernard Rothman on your lifetime accomplishment.

From the Neustadter Family

Rabbi Bernard Rothman, with whom I was so privileged to work and is so deserving of this honor, To the Konigs and Dr. Caskey who, through their generosity, made sure Politz not only survived but grew and flourished, To Arlynne Sammons who dedicated herself to Jewish education and to Politz, And to Marilyn Mindel, my dear friend, who committed herself to Jewish education many years ago and never looked back.

Thank you for all your efforts for Politz Day School, a place so dear to my heart.

Roselee Redelheim (Principal 1988-1997)

Mazal tov to Politz and all of tonight's honorees!

Congrats to Marilyn Mindel and Politz Day School from all of us at M. Rosenblatt Roofing

Craig and Erin Messmer Bare Search LLC

In honor of Rabbi Rothman, a true leader and role model. We are so privileged to be part of your community! Thank you for everything!

In honor of Mrs. Sammons, who has dedicated so much to help our children!

Rabbi Chaim and Mrs. Zippy Juni

To my dear friend and esteemed colleague

Rabbi Bernard Rothman The revered and unique spiritual leader and educator of the Orthodox Jewish community of Cherry Hill. With cherished friendship and high regard.

Affectionately,

Rabbi Dr. Benjamin Sharfman

Congratulations to Politz Day School and all of the honorees!

Mazal Tov to Politz Day School on celebrating 50 years of excellence!

Special thanks to

Josh Gold of Serio Films for his tremendous talent and partnership with Politz Day School With appreciation, Alisha Abboudi,Yaeli Sokolic, and Rachael Ovitz The Politz Day School Advancement Team

Congratulations to all of this year’s worthy honorees!

Mazal tov to Politz and all the honorees!

Bonnie Abrams Proud grandparent of Chaim, Dovid, Malka, and Miriam Baratz

Mazel Tov to Rabbi Berel Rothman on this wonderful honor.

Fondly, Isaac and Roslyn Lasar and family

Mazel Tov to

Rabbi Rothman

and all the Honorees on the 50th Anniversary of Politz Day School.

May you go from strength to strength!

Gail & Bob Belfer and Family

Mazal Tov to

Rabbi Bernard Rothman on this great honor!

From your cousins, Henry and Lila Katz

With deep appreciation for all that Politz has accomplished for our children, and for the children of Cherry Hill, over half a century.

Congratulations on reaching this tremendous milestone!

Rabbi Ari & Yocheved Baum

In honor of

Rabbi Bernard Rothman & all the honorees

Perry & Yvette Zand

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Congratulations to all on an honor well deserved!

Jim and Kathy Kellmer

In honor of

Rabbi Rothman and all the honorees.

Mazal Tov! Fred and Brenda Gross Mazal Tov to

Politz Day School and all of the honorees!

Dr. & Mrs. Victor & Vanessa Mellul and family

Thank you to the wonderful staff of Politz! We are forever grateful for all that you have given to our Dovi.

Mazal tov on this special milestone.

Onward and Upward!

Rabbi Zev & Chani Baram

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