The Silverstein Hebrew Academy Monthly Newsletter Shabbat Candle Lighting times February 10th 2012 - 17th Shevat 5772 5:05 pm / Parshat Yitro February 17th 2012 - 24th Shevat 5772 5:13 pm / Parshat Mishpatim February 24th 2012 - 1st Adar 5772 5:22 / Parshat Terumah March 2nd 2012 - 8th Adar 5772 5:30 / Parshat Tetzaveh A Word from Mrs. Tesser Dear Parents, It seems like just yesterday that we began this school year and yet we are al- ready halfway through. The students in all of or grades have been busy with special projects along with continuing to work diligently to learn all of the NYS standards in each of the subject areas. Our special focus for February is our study of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln in honor of Presidents’ Day. Our studies will culminate in a special assembly for grades Kindergarten to Grade 6. Our students will be pre- senting animated videos on the Presidents which will be writ- ten and recorded by our students in grades five and six. Grades three and four will present action presentations of famous events which took place during this period. Children will participate in a President’s Bee where they can win re- wards for their participation. Sincerely, Gilda Tesser, SHA Principal Looking Ahead…. February 12 – 1st grade Siddur Party February 16 – Presidents Day Assembly Feb. 17 – Feb 20 – Presidents weekend, No School February 23 – Trip to Jewish children’s Museum for grades 1-6. Middle School students will participate in an informative tour of Crown Heights too! February 22 – Rosh Chodesh Adar Assembly & School Brachot Bee February 27th – Exciting “Talit & Tefillin” workshop for Middle School & 4th grade boys March 1st – Chessed Activity: Bringing Purim cheer to the seniors at the Atria! March 5th – Purim Carnival grades 1 – 6 March 6th – Purim Carnival for Pre-School & K Chesed project: SHA Students baking at RM House 5th graders looking under the microscope during science class Meet SHA Staff Mrs. Laura Brodsky I am a reading specialist with 28 years experience. I will be working with students who need extra help in reading and writing as well as conferencing with teachers on using good strategies. Mission Statement The students at Silverstein Hebrew Academy, through meaningful Judaic and Secular learning experiences, will be literate, capable and sensitive individuals who embrace their Jewish heritage & and a love for Israel. All students will possess the skills, motivation and discipline to achieve their full potential. Our students will have the courage to act independently, grow spiritually, live ethically and maintain productively enriched lives. ב“ הMr. & Mrs. Stanley Silverstein Founders Rabbi Yoseph Geisinsky Dean Rabbi Dovid Ezagui SHA Rabbi Mr. David Yerushalmi Counsel Mrs. Gilda Tesser Elementary Principal Mrs. Ronnie Lichter Preschool Director Mrs. Chumy Ezagui Judaic Director
February 24th 2012 - 1st Adar 5772 5:22 / Parshat Terumah
March 2nd 2012 - 8th Adar 5772 5:30 / Parshat Tetzaveh
A Word from Mrs. Tesser
Dear Parents,
It seems like just yesterday that we
began this school year and yet we are al-
ready halfway through. The students in all
of or grades have been busy with special projects along with
continuing to work diligently to learn all of the NYS standards
in each of the subject areas.
Our special focus for February is our study of George
Washington and Abraham Lincoln in honor of Presidents’
Day. Our studies will culminate in a special assembly for
grades Kindergarten to Grade 6. Our students will be pre-
senting animated videos on the Presidents which will be writ-
ten and recorded by our students in grades five and six.
Grades three and four will present action presentations of
famous events which took place during this period. Children
will participate in a President’s Bee where they can win re-
wards for their participation.
Sincerely, Gilda Tesser, SHA Principal
Looking Ahead….
February 12 – 1st grade Siddur Party
February 16 – Presidents Day Assembly
Feb. 17 – Feb 20 – Presidents weekend, No School
February 23 – Trip to Jewish children’s Museum for grades 1-6.
Middle School students will participate in an informative tour of
Crown Heights too!
February 22 – Rosh Chodesh Adar Assembly & School Brachot Bee
February 27th – Exciting “Talit & Tefillin” workshop for Middle
School & 4th grade boys
March 1st – Chessed Activity: Bringing Purim cheer to the seniors
at the Atria!
March 5th – Purim Carnival grades 1 – 6
March 6th – Purim Carnival for Pre-School & K
Chesed project: SHA
Students baking at RM House 5th graders looking under the
microscope during science class
Meet SHA Staff
Mrs. Laura Brodsky
I am a reading specialist with 28
years experience. I will be working
with students who need extra help
in reading and writing as well as conferencing with
teachers on using good strategies.
Mission Statement
The students at Silverstein Hebrew Academy, through meaningful Judaic and Secular learning experiences, will be literate, capable
and sensitive individuals who embrace their Jewish heritage & and a love for Israel. All students will possess the skills, motivation
and discipline to achieve their full potential. Our students will have the courage to act independently, grow spiritually, live ethically
and maintain productively enriched lives.
ה“ב
Chabad of Great Neck
Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Silverstein
Founders
Rabbi Yoseph Geisinsky
Dean
Rabbi Dovid Ezagui
SHA Rabbi
Mr. David Yerushalmi
Counsel
Mrs. Gilda Tesser
Elementary Principal
Mrs. Ronnie Lichter
Preschool Director
Mrs. Chumy Ezagui
Judaic Director
• NEW THINGS @ SHA:
* Reading lab taught by a Master Reading Teacher.
* An English & Hebrew Resource Room using the
Wilson Reading Program.
* Brand new computer lab, smartboards and ipads
for upper grades.
* Physical education program in a new full sized
gymnasium.
* Full time registered nurse.
* “Middot Matters” Program.
* Big Sister / Big Brother Pairing.
* After School Programming of Art, Dance & Sports.
Chazak Fashion Show pics!
A Word from Mrs. Ezagui - Judaic Director
Dear Parents,
It has been my sincere pleasure and honor to be part of the administration at SHA. There are so many exciting events
and programs are currently happening at SHA, and I hope this newsletter will serve as a small peek into the “SHA
happenings.” As part of our current Brachot Unit, the students are researching different types of plant life and par-
ticipating in planting activities. The students are also working on compiling their own Hebrew books about trees &
plants. They are very excited about the new “Brachot Trading Contest,” and are eagerly collecting all fifty four
brachot cards. Brachot awards and prizes will be given out to the students at our next Rosh Chodesh assembly!
New at SHA is also our “Middot Matters” program which creates a learning atmosphere that enables children to grow intellectually,
spiritually and socially. Through formal curricular instruction and special programming, this program develops a clear sense of val-
ues inspired by the Torah. Each month a specific middah is highlighted. Students share experiences and thoughts on how to incor-
porate these virtues into their daily lives. They discuss issues such as honesty, kindness, Tzedakah and responsibility. An emphasis
is placed on having respect for teachers and parents as well as peers and self. These thoughts are implemented throughout the
month and the children are taught how to integrate them into their daily lives.
Respectfully, Mrs. Chumy Ezagui
Students @ Silverstein Hebrew Academy collecting and trading their Brachot cards hoping to collect all 54 cards.
Middah of the month - Hakarot Hatov, showing thanks
to our local firefighters
Kids speak!
Hi. My name is Mashi Weinberg. I live in Port
Washington, 16 Harbor Rd. My favorite part of
school is when I write. I liked learning about
maps and drawing the map of my bedroom. My
favorite thing about school is gym!
My name is Dovid Geisinsky and I am in the
2nd grade. I like to learn and my favorite
subject in school is reading. I love to tell
jokes like, “knock, knock, who’s there?”
“Lettuce,” “ Lettuce, who?” “Let us come to
school.” Ha! Ha! I am an uncle, my father is
a Rabbi and my mother is an educator. I
love to play lego, my favorite food is pizza
and I love the color blue.
Hi, my name is Dana Rachel Livian and I am in 3rd
grade. My favorite part about school is science. I
like it because it is very interesting. We learn a lot
about plants and how things work. One time we
even did an experiment on how different foods
rot! Science is so much fun!
My name is Nicole Devorah Yaghoubian and
I am in 4th grade. There are 6 people in my
family. I have 2 sisters and 1 brother. My
favorite thing to do is to write. My favorite
subject in school is math. My favorite sub-
ject is math because it helps me solve prob-
lems. Multiplication is a shorter way of add-
ing. Division is the opposite of the multiplica-
tion. Subtraction is like taking off numbers. Through education, I
hope to be a more successful person and adult.
Rabbi Ezagui’s Torah Riddles
A. Which four brachot can only be said once every
year and only once?
B. The names of TWO sets of Grandfather - Grand-
son are mentioned in the weekday Shemoneh Esrei.
Who are they?
When you know the answer, tell Rabbi Ezagui and get bonus
Brachot cards!
Tech time @ SHA
SHA Computer lab and Ipads in the classroom
Smart boards in the upper grade classrooms
Happy students make happy parents :)
Inside the classroom ...
This month we get to peek inside the 4th grade!
In Ms. Eberle’s general studies class the students are learning about
weather patterns and how they affect our lives. The students en-
joyed reading the story, “Eye of the Storm.” The students really
like the hands on learning they are doing in science. They have
looked at salt, coffee, and various bugs under the microscope. They
then reported their observations. In math class, the students are
busy learning two digit multiplication. They have been given
strategies to help them solve these problems, such as using arrays.
In Morah Ezagui’s Kittah Dalad the students just finished another
Perek in Chumash with Rashi. Solid core knowledge of Chumash,
both in content and skills, is emphasized as a central component of
our 4th grade Chumash curriculum. The students are excited about
starting the Pirkay Avot Mishnayot program and are looking for-
ward to starting our Mishnayot Scrapbooks. In Navi class, 4th
grade is learning about how Yehoshua & the Jews crossed the
Yarden River to go into Eretz Yisrael. In connection to our Navi
class, the students are working in groups to research about different
areas in Eretz Yisrael. The students will then create a “mini Israel”
that the rest of the school will come to tour!
My name is Ariel Kashizadeh and I am
in the 5th grade. I was born on Decem-
ber 15, 2000. I am 11 years old and I
am the oldest in my family. I have a
mom, dad and younger sister. One of
my favorite things to do for fun is
sports. I like to play football, basketball, and soccer.
Hi, my name is Orali Rofeim. I’m 11
years old and in the 6th grade. My
favorite subject is science because
it’s very interesting. My birthday is
on October 4, 2000. My favorite
sport is bowling. My favorite food
and drink is sushi and coke.
Middle school Musings…...
Former IDF soldiers visit SHA
2nd graders sing Hebrew songs of thanks to
the IDF soldiers
Sports @ Silverstein Hebrew Academy with Coach Eric
Parents Share!
Our everyday lives have become so hec-tic. Each of us has a very long “to do” list and when we get the opportunity to check something off that list we feel a sense of accomplishment.
My greatest responsibility is caring for my b”h 5 children, three of my most pre-
cious gifts I entrust into the loving hands of the Silverstein Hebrew Academy (the youngest is still homeschooled). At Silverstein I know that my elementary gal’ Tehilah,, my pre-k Tamar and my tot Avishai are being educated by caring professionals who like me believe they can make a differ-ence in the lives of children. They fully understand that be-ing a role model for developing Jewish boys and girls is a serious responsibility. I feel that all of my children’s teach-ers are committed to giving them everything they need to know now as well as in the future when they become ac-tive members in the Jewish community. When I think of Silverstein Hebrew Academy I feel love, I feel yiddishkiet, and I feel a commitment to Jewish values. Last but not least I feel I can put the first check on my daily list, every single day!
I hope you all feel the same.
Netta Jansenson – an ordinary mother….
I am Mina Namdar and my daughter
Naomi is in fifth grade. She loves the
idea of doing work on the ipads that
she received this year & looks forward
to using them frequently. She also
loves her new lockers that they re-
ceived this year. She enjoys her
classes and participating in the les-
sons. I personally love the location of SHA and the
friendly atmosphere of the school and the faculty.
1st Grade Siddur play
THIS SUNDAY!
February 12th, 2012
PTA Posts...
· We are looking for moms to help serve lunch
each Wednesday while our children’s teachers are
in teachers meetings & at teaching workshops.
This is a great opportunity for your child to see you
involved at the school! Please contact Chana Ettat,
the PTA president if you can volunteer your time
on any upcoming Wednesdays.
Please be in touch with Mindy Leventhal if you can
