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There is a well-known tale in marketing circles that in the 1950s US food company General Mills wanted to figure out how to increase sales of its Betty Crocker brand of instant cake mixes It asked psychologist Ernest Dichter to come up with some ideas After running focus groups Dichter advised the company to change the recipe by replacing powdered eggs with the requirement to mix in fresh eggs The instant cake mix made baking too easy It undervalued the labour and skill of the baker Giving the baker the opportunity to participate more actively in the process afforded them greater ownership off the final result The simple addition of the effort put into cracking the fresh eggs resulted in the cake mixes flying of the shelves like well hot cakes
All these years later the idea of making things more laborious to get consumers to value them more is an established marketing tactic It even has a name - the ldquoIkea effectrdquo
The term was coined in a 2011 paper in the Journal of Consumer Psychology by Michael Norton Daniel Mochon and Dan Ariely who concluded ldquothat labour alone can be sufficient to induce greater liking for the fruits of onersquos labourrdquo Like its self-assembly furniture namesake the effort and personal touch that goes into putting together furniture gives us a sense of pride and proprietorship in what we have helped to create In spite of or in fact because of the fumbling and frustration we can achieve the good feeling that comes with saying ldquoI did thisrdquo
To test the extent of this added value Dan Ariely found volunteers to make origami models then asked them how much they were willing to pay to keep their own model The average answer was 25 cents He then asked bystanders what they would be willing to pay The average answer was five cents This means that people were prepared to pay five times as much for something they had made themselves He concluded that ldquothe effort that we put into something does not just change the object It changes us and the way we evaluate that object And the greater the labour the greater the love for what we have maderdquo
Rabbi Sacks elicits this story to explain the building of the Mishkan in this weekrsquos parsha Termuah While clearly Ikea furniture does not compare to the holiness of the Mishkan he believes there are ldquopsychological parallelsrdquo The Mishkan was the first thing Bnei Yisrael made in the wilderness and it marks a turning point in the Exodus narrative Up to this point Hashem had done all the work He had unleashed the ten plagues on Mitzrayim and freed Bnei Yisrael from slavery He had split the Red Sea and brought them across on dry land He had made manna fall from the heavens and water spring from a rock But rather than show their deep appreciation for all Hashem had done for them the people complained
The building of the Mishkan reverses this theme Now Hashem commands the people to construct something for Him It is significant that this was not about Hashem He does not need a physical home in the world as Hashem is at home everywhere Instead this was about human dignity and self-respect The building of the Mishkan was about Hashem giving Bnei Yisrael the opportunity to make something by contributing in any way they could and everyone was invited to participate For the first time Hashem was asking them not just to follow Him but to be active agents in creating something new Through their energy and efforts they invested something of themselves both individually and collectively They valued what they had a part in creating
We feel that this message is pertinent to all of us and our school too Let us value the special place that Yavneh is for our children Be an active part of the Yavneh family Come to an event Put your hand up to
LIFE CHANGING LESSONS - WE VALUE WHAT WE CREATE
ANNOUNCEMENTSBARBAT MITZVAH REGISTER
Please remember to register the date of your son or daughterrsquos BarBat Mitzvah with Lynda Pilalis at Reception
HOST OUR SHERUT GIRLS
To invite them for a Shabbat or Yom Tov meal please contact Lynda Pilalis at the main Reception on 9528 4911 or email lpilalisyavnehviceduau
L E I B L E R Y A V N E H C O L L E G E W E E K LY N E W S L E T T E R | 2 8 t h F E B R U A R Y 2 0 2 0 - 3 r d A D A R 5 7 8 0
בסד
MAZAL TOVS
To the Max family on Benjirsquos Bar Mitzvah
To the Zwier amp Katz family on the birth of a baby boy
May you continue to have nachat from your families
CONDOLENCES
To the Balbin amp Bassin families on the passing of Mrs Elka Balbin zrsquol
To the Olshina family on the passing of Mr Abraham Olshina zrsquol
May your families know no more sorrow
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
MARCH
Wed 4 Primary Swimming Carnival
Fri 6 Year 7 Immunisation
Mon 9 Labour DayTaanit Esther (College Closed)
Tue 10 Purim (Early Dismissal 1pm) Mon 16 Secondary Parent Teacher Conference
Wed 18 Primary Parent Teacher Conference
Sun 22 ELC Family BBQ 1100am-1230pm Elsternwick Campus
Mon 23 ELC Parent Teacher
Tue 24 Primary Parent Teacher Conference
Wed 25 Yavneh Musical - - Thu 26 ldquoMatildardquo 730pm Alexander Theatre Monash University
Sun 29 Yavneh Musical - ldquoMatildardquo 1pm Alexander Theatre Monash University
Tue 31 Secondary Parent Teacher Interviews Lamm Hall
APRIL
Fri 3 Last Day of Term 1
CANDLE LIGHTING Shabbat Begins 745 pm Shabbat Ends 841 pm
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Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Nicole Kohn and Candice Katz YPO Co-Chairs
And God said to Moshe Speak to the children of Israel and have them bring Me an offering (terumah) Take My offering from everyone whose heart impels him to give The offering that you take from them shall consist of the following gold silver copper They shall make Me a sanctuary and I will dwell among them (Shemot 251-3 8)
Meanwhile [the Israelites] were bringing more gifts each morning All the craftsmen engaged in the sacred work [left] the work they were doing and came [to Moshe] They said to Moshe The people are bringing much more than is needed for the work that God commanded to do (Shemot 364-5)
The above psukim describe an idyllic scene Hashem instructs Moshe to build him a sanctuary amongst the people a home on earth The necessary materials are to be donated The people respond to this call with overwhelming generosity The craftsmen are inundated with far more materials then they need to complete the project
Rabaynu Bachya comments that the expression מרבים indicates that the people did not stop contributing The principal contributions were all brought on the first dayhellip The Torah adds that ldquothe people kept on bringing contributions morning after morningrdquo (Shemot 363) One gains the impression from what is written that even after it had become clear that there was enough some people kept on bringing gifts every morning
The people were so motivated to complete their sacred task that they continued to give generously long after the required supplies had been donated
It seems that the Torah is laying out a blueprint for creating a godly world Generosity is the key Only if people are willing to give and give generously of their time effort resources can we create a sanctuary for God among us
At Yavneh our students are blessed with amazing opportunities One of the key goals of the Jewish Life team is to encourage our students to use the education that they receive to benefit others We hope to encourage our students to contribute meaningfully to the community
Victor Frankl articulates the value of giving in his famous work ldquoManrsquos Search for Meaningrdquo ldquoBeing human always points and is directed to something or someone other than oneself mdash be it a meaning to fulfill or another human being to encounter The more one forgets himself mdash by giving himself to a cause to serve or another person to love mdash the more human he isrdquo
Shabbat Shalom
Hona Dodge Secondary Jewish Life and Jewish Studies Educator
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PARSHAT TERUMAH ndash THE POWER OF GIVING
ACTIVE KIDS ARE HEALTHY KIDS
Walking or riding to school is a great way for kids to keep active and get the recommended one hour of physical activity each day Children who walk or cycle to school are more likely to be independent and are generally more physically active and healthy
Allowing children to get to places on their own can help them
develop self confidence
get to know their neighbourhoods
learn responsibility and independence
get the recommended one hour of physical activity per day
When children are walking or riding to school itrsquos extra important for drivers to be alert and take extra care
KEEPING OUR KIDS SAFE AS THEY GET TO AND FROM SCHOOL IS EVERYONErsquoS RESPONSIBILITY
As kids come to and from school itrsquos important for drivers pedestrians and cyclists to be aware and take extra care during these busy times Even a small reduction in speed could save a childrsquos life
To help keep our kids safe itrsquos important for drivers to
bull slow down in school speed zones during school times
bull be extra cautious around schools
bull be aware that young children can be unpredictable and difficult to see
Kids can stay safe by
bull learning about road safety ndash resources include Kids on the Move (External link) and Bike Ed
bull practicing crossing the road with parents
VICROADS IMPROVING SAFETY AROUND OUR SCHOOLS
CONTINUEDvolunteer Participate in school initiatives Contribute in whichever way you can Together we can achieve great things as a school community Letrsquos heed Rabbi Sackrsquos ldquolife-changing lessonrdquo that ldquothe effort you put into something does not just change the object it changes you The greater the labour the greater the love for what you have maderdquo
Looking forward to a collaborative supportive fun and life changing year at Yavneh together
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Please let Lynda Pilalis lpilalisyavnehviceduau know if any ex-students have made Aliya so we can update the Aliya Honour Board
ALIYAH HONOUR BOARD
Be prepared for the cooler months
Order the new soft-shell jackets now online at wwwflexischoolscomau
or pop into the uniform shop to try out the sizing
The jacket features a removable hood and comfortable sizing
David Fisher Head of Administration
Nominate your Lollipop person for the 20192020 School Crossing Supervisor of the year award
Jump online and complete a nomination at www schoolcrossingsvictoriacomau
Your support of this program will help ensure your School Crossing Supervisor is shown the appreciation they deserve for their commitment to the ongoing safety of our children
NEW SOFT-SHELL JACKETS
IS YOUR LOLLIPOP PERSON THE SWEETEST
UNIFORM SHOP NEWS
WINTER CLEARANCEOld style tracksuit ( limited sizes) - $30Cotton lined anoraks (sizes14 - 2xl) - $20Zip through sports jackets - flannel lining (limited sizes) - $10Zip through sports jackets - fleece lining ( limited sizes ) - $20NEW IN STOCKFleece tracksuit pants -$55Yavneh scarf - $23
UNIFORM SHOP HOURS
Monday 730am - 930amWednesday 730am - 1030amThursday 3-5pm
The ordering system is in place for your convenience Use Flexischools to order uniforms
SECOND HAND UNIFORMS - PLEASE NOTE NEW CHANGES
The YPO Second Hand Uniform Shop is ready to accept your donations of pre-loved uniforms in good condition All proceeds are returned to support our kids via YPO projects
Contact Hayley Jaffe (hayleywilcorehealthcomau or WhatsApp 0409 138 949) if you wish to buy or donate pre-loved uniforms
Donations can also be dropped off with Stella at the Primary Office
Join over 320 members in the Yavneh 2nd Hand Uniform amp Books Facebook group httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsyavnehuniform to buy and sell your pre-loved uniforms books or extra-curricular gear (eg ballet karate cricket kit) Please restrict the sales and requests to items relevant to education
Please note The YPO will no longer be accepting second hand books but you are welcome to buy swap and sell them via the Facebook page
Please note that due to the situation in China our uniform supplier is unable to provide any replenishment of uniforms that are currently out of stock Our supplier will monitor the situation to ensure that stock availability will not be affected for unreasonable periods of time
Please note the uniform shop hours Monday 730-930 am Wednesday 730-1030am and Thursday 3-5pm
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בסד
HAPPINESS IN EARLY CHILDHOODFor many parents raising happy children is the holy grail of parenting success But too often we think happiness is about those fleeting moments of getting what you want Lasting happiness is actually much more complicated but much more rewarding
What makes a happy child who grows into a happy adult
Since happiness is a by-product of emotional health how can we facilitate raising a happy child from meeting your infants need to be soothed to helping your child develop optimism
Research tells us that happiness is closely linked to three kinds of habits
1 How we think and feel about the world and therefore perceive our experiences
2 Certain actions or habits such as regular exercise eating healthfully meditating connecting with other people even -- proven in study after study -- regularly smiling and laughing
3 Character traits such as self-control fairness caring about others citizenship wisdom courage leadership and honesty
In practice these character traits are merely habits tendencies to act in certain ways when confronted with certain kinds of situations And it therefore makes sense that the more we exhibit these traits the better our lives work the better we feel about ourselves and the more meaning we find in life -- so the happier we are
So how can you help your child begin to develop the habits that lead to happiness
1 Teach your child constructive mental habits that create happiness Managing our moods positive self-talk cultivating optimism celebrating life practicing gratitude and appreciating our connected-ness to each other Build these into your life together so you model them regularly talk about using them and your child will copy you
2 Teach your child self-management routines that create happiness Regular exercise and healthy eating are highly correlated with happiness levels
3 Cultivate fun The old saying that laughter is the best medicine turns out to be true The more we laugh the happier we are It changes our body chemistry Herersquos a wonderful tool smiling makes us happier even when we initially force it The feedback from our facial muscles informs us that wersquore happy and immediately improves our mood Not to mention the moods of those around us
4 Model positive self- talk Research shows that happy people give themselves ongoing reassurance acknowledgment praise and pep talks Let your kids hear you using positive language
5 Cultivate optimismit inoculates against unhappiness Itrsquos true that some of us are born more optimistic than others but we can all cultivate it
6 Help your child find joy in everyday things Studies show that people who notice the small miracles of daily life and allow themselves to be touched by them are happier
7 Accept all emotions Life is full of joy but even for the happiest person life also involves loss and pain acknowledging our sad feelings isnt focusing on the negative its opening ourselves to the full range of being human Accepting those uncomfortable sad feelings actually deepens our ability to take joy in our lives So choosing to be happy doesnt mean repressing our feelings It means acknowledging and honouring all our feelings and letting ourselves feel them That allows us to move through the feelings so they start to dissolve
At Yavneh ELC all our educators have spent a lot of time discussing ldquoWellbeingrdquo and how best we can cultivate it We have discussed that wellbeing is not about just being okay coping or surviving it is about thriving blossoming and flourishing We place a significant amount of importance in teaching our children self-help and life skills at a level best suited to each age-group Culture is the bedrock on which children build their understanding of their immediate surrounding and make sense of the world Language particularly the home language is the tool that helps children understand culture through communication and interaction with parents adults and other children From the happiness perspective inclusion of home language and culture in the curriculum contributes to not just building knowledge about childrenrsquos own culture and that of others but also fosters confidence in exploring inquiring and learning and gives meaning to what they learn We value our Jewish culture and having a bi-lingual program of Hebrew and English certainly encourages our learning of culture and language For children to grow up as individuals who understand appreciate respect and care for the environment they need to have opportunities to experience learn and observe such attitudes and behaviours being exhibited and encouraged Therefore a happiness curriculum is very much included and emphasized in our learning environment and is integrated into our physical environment practices activities and curriculum content
Happiness should be an integral part of our early childhood curriculum because children should be able to grow up to be able to manage themselves and be happy - no matter what they do or where they live in the world - so that they grow up being able to maintain onersquos own well-being and respect and contribute to othersrsquo well-being and happiness
Charlene Orwin Head of Yavneh Early Learning Centre
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בסד
CONTINUED
6
בסד
PRIMARY PURIM ART
Jessica Silberthau - Year 6 Judah Wiseman - Year 4 Jessica Levin - Year 6
Leah Spivak - Year 6
Tom Pavlov - Year 6
Meirav Fell - Year 6
Zac Linnow - Year 5
7
בסד
JEWISH LIFE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS FOR ROSH CHODESH ADAR
8
בסד
CONTINUED
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
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LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
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AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
בסד
YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
12
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Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
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ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
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Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
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Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
2
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Nicole Kohn and Candice Katz YPO Co-Chairs
And God said to Moshe Speak to the children of Israel and have them bring Me an offering (terumah) Take My offering from everyone whose heart impels him to give The offering that you take from them shall consist of the following gold silver copper They shall make Me a sanctuary and I will dwell among them (Shemot 251-3 8)
Meanwhile [the Israelites] were bringing more gifts each morning All the craftsmen engaged in the sacred work [left] the work they were doing and came [to Moshe] They said to Moshe The people are bringing much more than is needed for the work that God commanded to do (Shemot 364-5)
The above psukim describe an idyllic scene Hashem instructs Moshe to build him a sanctuary amongst the people a home on earth The necessary materials are to be donated The people respond to this call with overwhelming generosity The craftsmen are inundated with far more materials then they need to complete the project
Rabaynu Bachya comments that the expression מרבים indicates that the people did not stop contributing The principal contributions were all brought on the first dayhellip The Torah adds that ldquothe people kept on bringing contributions morning after morningrdquo (Shemot 363) One gains the impression from what is written that even after it had become clear that there was enough some people kept on bringing gifts every morning
The people were so motivated to complete their sacred task that they continued to give generously long after the required supplies had been donated
It seems that the Torah is laying out a blueprint for creating a godly world Generosity is the key Only if people are willing to give and give generously of their time effort resources can we create a sanctuary for God among us
At Yavneh our students are blessed with amazing opportunities One of the key goals of the Jewish Life team is to encourage our students to use the education that they receive to benefit others We hope to encourage our students to contribute meaningfully to the community
Victor Frankl articulates the value of giving in his famous work ldquoManrsquos Search for Meaningrdquo ldquoBeing human always points and is directed to something or someone other than oneself mdash be it a meaning to fulfill or another human being to encounter The more one forgets himself mdash by giving himself to a cause to serve or another person to love mdash the more human he isrdquo
Shabbat Shalom
Hona Dodge Secondary Jewish Life and Jewish Studies Educator
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PARSHAT TERUMAH ndash THE POWER OF GIVING
ACTIVE KIDS ARE HEALTHY KIDS
Walking or riding to school is a great way for kids to keep active and get the recommended one hour of physical activity each day Children who walk or cycle to school are more likely to be independent and are generally more physically active and healthy
Allowing children to get to places on their own can help them
develop self confidence
get to know their neighbourhoods
learn responsibility and independence
get the recommended one hour of physical activity per day
When children are walking or riding to school itrsquos extra important for drivers to be alert and take extra care
KEEPING OUR KIDS SAFE AS THEY GET TO AND FROM SCHOOL IS EVERYONErsquoS RESPONSIBILITY
As kids come to and from school itrsquos important for drivers pedestrians and cyclists to be aware and take extra care during these busy times Even a small reduction in speed could save a childrsquos life
To help keep our kids safe itrsquos important for drivers to
bull slow down in school speed zones during school times
bull be extra cautious around schools
bull be aware that young children can be unpredictable and difficult to see
Kids can stay safe by
bull learning about road safety ndash resources include Kids on the Move (External link) and Bike Ed
bull practicing crossing the road with parents
VICROADS IMPROVING SAFETY AROUND OUR SCHOOLS
CONTINUEDvolunteer Participate in school initiatives Contribute in whichever way you can Together we can achieve great things as a school community Letrsquos heed Rabbi Sackrsquos ldquolife-changing lessonrdquo that ldquothe effort you put into something does not just change the object it changes you The greater the labour the greater the love for what you have maderdquo
Looking forward to a collaborative supportive fun and life changing year at Yavneh together
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Please let Lynda Pilalis lpilalisyavnehviceduau know if any ex-students have made Aliya so we can update the Aliya Honour Board
ALIYAH HONOUR BOARD
Be prepared for the cooler months
Order the new soft-shell jackets now online at wwwflexischoolscomau
or pop into the uniform shop to try out the sizing
The jacket features a removable hood and comfortable sizing
David Fisher Head of Administration
Nominate your Lollipop person for the 20192020 School Crossing Supervisor of the year award
Jump online and complete a nomination at www schoolcrossingsvictoriacomau
Your support of this program will help ensure your School Crossing Supervisor is shown the appreciation they deserve for their commitment to the ongoing safety of our children
NEW SOFT-SHELL JACKETS
IS YOUR LOLLIPOP PERSON THE SWEETEST
UNIFORM SHOP NEWS
WINTER CLEARANCEOld style tracksuit ( limited sizes) - $30Cotton lined anoraks (sizes14 - 2xl) - $20Zip through sports jackets - flannel lining (limited sizes) - $10Zip through sports jackets - fleece lining ( limited sizes ) - $20NEW IN STOCKFleece tracksuit pants -$55Yavneh scarf - $23
UNIFORM SHOP HOURS
Monday 730am - 930amWednesday 730am - 1030amThursday 3-5pm
The ordering system is in place for your convenience Use Flexischools to order uniforms
SECOND HAND UNIFORMS - PLEASE NOTE NEW CHANGES
The YPO Second Hand Uniform Shop is ready to accept your donations of pre-loved uniforms in good condition All proceeds are returned to support our kids via YPO projects
Contact Hayley Jaffe (hayleywilcorehealthcomau or WhatsApp 0409 138 949) if you wish to buy or donate pre-loved uniforms
Donations can also be dropped off with Stella at the Primary Office
Join over 320 members in the Yavneh 2nd Hand Uniform amp Books Facebook group httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsyavnehuniform to buy and sell your pre-loved uniforms books or extra-curricular gear (eg ballet karate cricket kit) Please restrict the sales and requests to items relevant to education
Please note The YPO will no longer be accepting second hand books but you are welcome to buy swap and sell them via the Facebook page
Please note that due to the situation in China our uniform supplier is unable to provide any replenishment of uniforms that are currently out of stock Our supplier will monitor the situation to ensure that stock availability will not be affected for unreasonable periods of time
Please note the uniform shop hours Monday 730-930 am Wednesday 730-1030am and Thursday 3-5pm
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HAPPINESS IN EARLY CHILDHOODFor many parents raising happy children is the holy grail of parenting success But too often we think happiness is about those fleeting moments of getting what you want Lasting happiness is actually much more complicated but much more rewarding
What makes a happy child who grows into a happy adult
Since happiness is a by-product of emotional health how can we facilitate raising a happy child from meeting your infants need to be soothed to helping your child develop optimism
Research tells us that happiness is closely linked to three kinds of habits
1 How we think and feel about the world and therefore perceive our experiences
2 Certain actions or habits such as regular exercise eating healthfully meditating connecting with other people even -- proven in study after study -- regularly smiling and laughing
3 Character traits such as self-control fairness caring about others citizenship wisdom courage leadership and honesty
In practice these character traits are merely habits tendencies to act in certain ways when confronted with certain kinds of situations And it therefore makes sense that the more we exhibit these traits the better our lives work the better we feel about ourselves and the more meaning we find in life -- so the happier we are
So how can you help your child begin to develop the habits that lead to happiness
1 Teach your child constructive mental habits that create happiness Managing our moods positive self-talk cultivating optimism celebrating life practicing gratitude and appreciating our connected-ness to each other Build these into your life together so you model them regularly talk about using them and your child will copy you
2 Teach your child self-management routines that create happiness Regular exercise and healthy eating are highly correlated with happiness levels
3 Cultivate fun The old saying that laughter is the best medicine turns out to be true The more we laugh the happier we are It changes our body chemistry Herersquos a wonderful tool smiling makes us happier even when we initially force it The feedback from our facial muscles informs us that wersquore happy and immediately improves our mood Not to mention the moods of those around us
4 Model positive self- talk Research shows that happy people give themselves ongoing reassurance acknowledgment praise and pep talks Let your kids hear you using positive language
5 Cultivate optimismit inoculates against unhappiness Itrsquos true that some of us are born more optimistic than others but we can all cultivate it
6 Help your child find joy in everyday things Studies show that people who notice the small miracles of daily life and allow themselves to be touched by them are happier
7 Accept all emotions Life is full of joy but even for the happiest person life also involves loss and pain acknowledging our sad feelings isnt focusing on the negative its opening ourselves to the full range of being human Accepting those uncomfortable sad feelings actually deepens our ability to take joy in our lives So choosing to be happy doesnt mean repressing our feelings It means acknowledging and honouring all our feelings and letting ourselves feel them That allows us to move through the feelings so they start to dissolve
At Yavneh ELC all our educators have spent a lot of time discussing ldquoWellbeingrdquo and how best we can cultivate it We have discussed that wellbeing is not about just being okay coping or surviving it is about thriving blossoming and flourishing We place a significant amount of importance in teaching our children self-help and life skills at a level best suited to each age-group Culture is the bedrock on which children build their understanding of their immediate surrounding and make sense of the world Language particularly the home language is the tool that helps children understand culture through communication and interaction with parents adults and other children From the happiness perspective inclusion of home language and culture in the curriculum contributes to not just building knowledge about childrenrsquos own culture and that of others but also fosters confidence in exploring inquiring and learning and gives meaning to what they learn We value our Jewish culture and having a bi-lingual program of Hebrew and English certainly encourages our learning of culture and language For children to grow up as individuals who understand appreciate respect and care for the environment they need to have opportunities to experience learn and observe such attitudes and behaviours being exhibited and encouraged Therefore a happiness curriculum is very much included and emphasized in our learning environment and is integrated into our physical environment practices activities and curriculum content
Happiness should be an integral part of our early childhood curriculum because children should be able to grow up to be able to manage themselves and be happy - no matter what they do or where they live in the world - so that they grow up being able to maintain onersquos own well-being and respect and contribute to othersrsquo well-being and happiness
Charlene Orwin Head of Yavneh Early Learning Centre
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CONTINUED
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PRIMARY PURIM ART
Jessica Silberthau - Year 6 Judah Wiseman - Year 4 Jessica Levin - Year 6
Leah Spivak - Year 6
Tom Pavlov - Year 6
Meirav Fell - Year 6
Zac Linnow - Year 5
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JEWISH LIFE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS FOR ROSH CHODESH ADAR
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CONTINUED
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FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
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LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
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AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
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YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
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YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
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בסד
Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
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ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
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Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
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Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
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Please let Lynda Pilalis lpilalisyavnehviceduau know if any ex-students have made Aliya so we can update the Aliya Honour Board
ALIYAH HONOUR BOARD
Be prepared for the cooler months
Order the new soft-shell jackets now online at wwwflexischoolscomau
or pop into the uniform shop to try out the sizing
The jacket features a removable hood and comfortable sizing
David Fisher Head of Administration
Nominate your Lollipop person for the 20192020 School Crossing Supervisor of the year award
Jump online and complete a nomination at www schoolcrossingsvictoriacomau
Your support of this program will help ensure your School Crossing Supervisor is shown the appreciation they deserve for their commitment to the ongoing safety of our children
NEW SOFT-SHELL JACKETS
IS YOUR LOLLIPOP PERSON THE SWEETEST
UNIFORM SHOP NEWS
WINTER CLEARANCEOld style tracksuit ( limited sizes) - $30Cotton lined anoraks (sizes14 - 2xl) - $20Zip through sports jackets - flannel lining (limited sizes) - $10Zip through sports jackets - fleece lining ( limited sizes ) - $20NEW IN STOCKFleece tracksuit pants -$55Yavneh scarf - $23
UNIFORM SHOP HOURS
Monday 730am - 930amWednesday 730am - 1030amThursday 3-5pm
The ordering system is in place for your convenience Use Flexischools to order uniforms
SECOND HAND UNIFORMS - PLEASE NOTE NEW CHANGES
The YPO Second Hand Uniform Shop is ready to accept your donations of pre-loved uniforms in good condition All proceeds are returned to support our kids via YPO projects
Contact Hayley Jaffe (hayleywilcorehealthcomau or WhatsApp 0409 138 949) if you wish to buy or donate pre-loved uniforms
Donations can also be dropped off with Stella at the Primary Office
Join over 320 members in the Yavneh 2nd Hand Uniform amp Books Facebook group httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsyavnehuniform to buy and sell your pre-loved uniforms books or extra-curricular gear (eg ballet karate cricket kit) Please restrict the sales and requests to items relevant to education
Please note The YPO will no longer be accepting second hand books but you are welcome to buy swap and sell them via the Facebook page
Please note that due to the situation in China our uniform supplier is unable to provide any replenishment of uniforms that are currently out of stock Our supplier will monitor the situation to ensure that stock availability will not be affected for unreasonable periods of time
Please note the uniform shop hours Monday 730-930 am Wednesday 730-1030am and Thursday 3-5pm
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HAPPINESS IN EARLY CHILDHOODFor many parents raising happy children is the holy grail of parenting success But too often we think happiness is about those fleeting moments of getting what you want Lasting happiness is actually much more complicated but much more rewarding
What makes a happy child who grows into a happy adult
Since happiness is a by-product of emotional health how can we facilitate raising a happy child from meeting your infants need to be soothed to helping your child develop optimism
Research tells us that happiness is closely linked to three kinds of habits
1 How we think and feel about the world and therefore perceive our experiences
2 Certain actions or habits such as regular exercise eating healthfully meditating connecting with other people even -- proven in study after study -- regularly smiling and laughing
3 Character traits such as self-control fairness caring about others citizenship wisdom courage leadership and honesty
In practice these character traits are merely habits tendencies to act in certain ways when confronted with certain kinds of situations And it therefore makes sense that the more we exhibit these traits the better our lives work the better we feel about ourselves and the more meaning we find in life -- so the happier we are
So how can you help your child begin to develop the habits that lead to happiness
1 Teach your child constructive mental habits that create happiness Managing our moods positive self-talk cultivating optimism celebrating life practicing gratitude and appreciating our connected-ness to each other Build these into your life together so you model them regularly talk about using them and your child will copy you
2 Teach your child self-management routines that create happiness Regular exercise and healthy eating are highly correlated with happiness levels
3 Cultivate fun The old saying that laughter is the best medicine turns out to be true The more we laugh the happier we are It changes our body chemistry Herersquos a wonderful tool smiling makes us happier even when we initially force it The feedback from our facial muscles informs us that wersquore happy and immediately improves our mood Not to mention the moods of those around us
4 Model positive self- talk Research shows that happy people give themselves ongoing reassurance acknowledgment praise and pep talks Let your kids hear you using positive language
5 Cultivate optimismit inoculates against unhappiness Itrsquos true that some of us are born more optimistic than others but we can all cultivate it
6 Help your child find joy in everyday things Studies show that people who notice the small miracles of daily life and allow themselves to be touched by them are happier
7 Accept all emotions Life is full of joy but even for the happiest person life also involves loss and pain acknowledging our sad feelings isnt focusing on the negative its opening ourselves to the full range of being human Accepting those uncomfortable sad feelings actually deepens our ability to take joy in our lives So choosing to be happy doesnt mean repressing our feelings It means acknowledging and honouring all our feelings and letting ourselves feel them That allows us to move through the feelings so they start to dissolve
At Yavneh ELC all our educators have spent a lot of time discussing ldquoWellbeingrdquo and how best we can cultivate it We have discussed that wellbeing is not about just being okay coping or surviving it is about thriving blossoming and flourishing We place a significant amount of importance in teaching our children self-help and life skills at a level best suited to each age-group Culture is the bedrock on which children build their understanding of their immediate surrounding and make sense of the world Language particularly the home language is the tool that helps children understand culture through communication and interaction with parents adults and other children From the happiness perspective inclusion of home language and culture in the curriculum contributes to not just building knowledge about childrenrsquos own culture and that of others but also fosters confidence in exploring inquiring and learning and gives meaning to what they learn We value our Jewish culture and having a bi-lingual program of Hebrew and English certainly encourages our learning of culture and language For children to grow up as individuals who understand appreciate respect and care for the environment they need to have opportunities to experience learn and observe such attitudes and behaviours being exhibited and encouraged Therefore a happiness curriculum is very much included and emphasized in our learning environment and is integrated into our physical environment practices activities and curriculum content
Happiness should be an integral part of our early childhood curriculum because children should be able to grow up to be able to manage themselves and be happy - no matter what they do or where they live in the world - so that they grow up being able to maintain onersquos own well-being and respect and contribute to othersrsquo well-being and happiness
Charlene Orwin Head of Yavneh Early Learning Centre
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CONTINUED
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PRIMARY PURIM ART
Jessica Silberthau - Year 6 Judah Wiseman - Year 4 Jessica Levin - Year 6
Leah Spivak - Year 6
Tom Pavlov - Year 6
Meirav Fell - Year 6
Zac Linnow - Year 5
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JEWISH LIFE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS FOR ROSH CHODESH ADAR
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CONTINUED
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
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LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
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AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
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YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
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YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
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Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
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ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
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16
בסד
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בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
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Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
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HAPPINESS IN EARLY CHILDHOODFor many parents raising happy children is the holy grail of parenting success But too often we think happiness is about those fleeting moments of getting what you want Lasting happiness is actually much more complicated but much more rewarding
What makes a happy child who grows into a happy adult
Since happiness is a by-product of emotional health how can we facilitate raising a happy child from meeting your infants need to be soothed to helping your child develop optimism
Research tells us that happiness is closely linked to three kinds of habits
1 How we think and feel about the world and therefore perceive our experiences
2 Certain actions or habits such as regular exercise eating healthfully meditating connecting with other people even -- proven in study after study -- regularly smiling and laughing
3 Character traits such as self-control fairness caring about others citizenship wisdom courage leadership and honesty
In practice these character traits are merely habits tendencies to act in certain ways when confronted with certain kinds of situations And it therefore makes sense that the more we exhibit these traits the better our lives work the better we feel about ourselves and the more meaning we find in life -- so the happier we are
So how can you help your child begin to develop the habits that lead to happiness
1 Teach your child constructive mental habits that create happiness Managing our moods positive self-talk cultivating optimism celebrating life practicing gratitude and appreciating our connected-ness to each other Build these into your life together so you model them regularly talk about using them and your child will copy you
2 Teach your child self-management routines that create happiness Regular exercise and healthy eating are highly correlated with happiness levels
3 Cultivate fun The old saying that laughter is the best medicine turns out to be true The more we laugh the happier we are It changes our body chemistry Herersquos a wonderful tool smiling makes us happier even when we initially force it The feedback from our facial muscles informs us that wersquore happy and immediately improves our mood Not to mention the moods of those around us
4 Model positive self- talk Research shows that happy people give themselves ongoing reassurance acknowledgment praise and pep talks Let your kids hear you using positive language
5 Cultivate optimismit inoculates against unhappiness Itrsquos true that some of us are born more optimistic than others but we can all cultivate it
6 Help your child find joy in everyday things Studies show that people who notice the small miracles of daily life and allow themselves to be touched by them are happier
7 Accept all emotions Life is full of joy but even for the happiest person life also involves loss and pain acknowledging our sad feelings isnt focusing on the negative its opening ourselves to the full range of being human Accepting those uncomfortable sad feelings actually deepens our ability to take joy in our lives So choosing to be happy doesnt mean repressing our feelings It means acknowledging and honouring all our feelings and letting ourselves feel them That allows us to move through the feelings so they start to dissolve
At Yavneh ELC all our educators have spent a lot of time discussing ldquoWellbeingrdquo and how best we can cultivate it We have discussed that wellbeing is not about just being okay coping or surviving it is about thriving blossoming and flourishing We place a significant amount of importance in teaching our children self-help and life skills at a level best suited to each age-group Culture is the bedrock on which children build their understanding of their immediate surrounding and make sense of the world Language particularly the home language is the tool that helps children understand culture through communication and interaction with parents adults and other children From the happiness perspective inclusion of home language and culture in the curriculum contributes to not just building knowledge about childrenrsquos own culture and that of others but also fosters confidence in exploring inquiring and learning and gives meaning to what they learn We value our Jewish culture and having a bi-lingual program of Hebrew and English certainly encourages our learning of culture and language For children to grow up as individuals who understand appreciate respect and care for the environment they need to have opportunities to experience learn and observe such attitudes and behaviours being exhibited and encouraged Therefore a happiness curriculum is very much included and emphasized in our learning environment and is integrated into our physical environment practices activities and curriculum content
Happiness should be an integral part of our early childhood curriculum because children should be able to grow up to be able to manage themselves and be happy - no matter what they do or where they live in the world - so that they grow up being able to maintain onersquos own well-being and respect and contribute to othersrsquo well-being and happiness
Charlene Orwin Head of Yavneh Early Learning Centre
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CONTINUED
6
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PRIMARY PURIM ART
Jessica Silberthau - Year 6 Judah Wiseman - Year 4 Jessica Levin - Year 6
Leah Spivak - Year 6
Tom Pavlov - Year 6
Meirav Fell - Year 6
Zac Linnow - Year 5
7
בסד
JEWISH LIFE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS FOR ROSH CHODESH ADAR
8
בסד
CONTINUED
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
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LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
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AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
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YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
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Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
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ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
5
בסד
CONTINUED
6
בסד
PRIMARY PURIM ART
Jessica Silberthau - Year 6 Judah Wiseman - Year 4 Jessica Levin - Year 6
Leah Spivak - Year 6
Tom Pavlov - Year 6
Meirav Fell - Year 6
Zac Linnow - Year 5
7
בסד
JEWISH LIFE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS FOR ROSH CHODESH ADAR
8
בסד
CONTINUED
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
בסד
LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
בסד
AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
בסד
YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
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Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
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Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
6
בסד
PRIMARY PURIM ART
Jessica Silberthau - Year 6 Judah Wiseman - Year 4 Jessica Levin - Year 6
Leah Spivak - Year 6
Tom Pavlov - Year 6
Meirav Fell - Year 6
Zac Linnow - Year 5
7
בסד
JEWISH LIFE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS FOR ROSH CHODESH ADAR
8
בסד
CONTINUED
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
בסד
LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
בסד
AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
בסד
YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
12
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Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
13
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
7
בסד
JEWISH LIFE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS FOR ROSH CHODESH ADAR
8
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CONTINUED
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
בסד
LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
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AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
בסד
YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
12
בסד
Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
13
בסד
FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
8
בסד
CONTINUED
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
בסד
LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
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AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
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YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
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Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
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ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
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16
בסד
17
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Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
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Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
9
FROM YAVNEHrsquoS PHD (PRIMARY HEBREW DEPARTMENT)
בסד
LETrsquoS TALK GRAMMAR ndash DIKDOOK ndash דקדוק
WARNING NOT FOR THE LIGHTHEARTED
What is grammar and why are we in the PHD so passionate to teach it
Grammar is one of the most significant aspects of any language It is the study of words how they are used in sentences and how they change in different situations Grammar is the backbone of any language and without it the meaning is completely lost Grammar provides the structure needed in order to organise and put messages and ideas across Without grammar the
same way as a train cannot move without train tracks we will not be able to convey messages without a good command of typical grammar patterns and the underlying structures of the language
Even children ldquocan dordquo grammar Our department continues to receive nachat ndash נחת ndash pleasure in the everyday grammatical accomplishments our students continue to achieve We in the PHD teach formal grammar from years 3 -6 and then we pass the baton onto the SHD (Secondary Hebrew Department)
Hebrew unlike English but like many other languages for example French Spanish Russian is gender based We begin by teaching our Year 3 children that in Hebrew every noun is either masculine or feminine It is vital that all our students understand this and to assist them learning this we teach our students to recognise the clues depicting which are which Nouns ending in ldquokamatz heyrdquo or ldquotserei tavrdquo or ldquochirik yod tavrdquo are feminine and the rest are masculine But we also teach our students that for every rule there are also the exceptions to the rule For example night ndash לילה ndash Lyla ndash even though it ends in ldquokamatz heyrdquo is masculine and so we say ldquolyla tovrdquo and not ldquolyla tovardquo making Hebrew grammar difficult to teach and learn But teach it we do and learning is absolutely accomplished
Once our students have learnt the gender of each noun in the singular we introduce the plural of these nouns And again there are always the exceptions For example the word window ndash חלון ndash halon is masculine but when changed to plural it takes on the feminine ending of חלונות ndash halonot It is such a difficult concept to grasp but we are so proud of our students as they achieve success
After nouns have been introduced and practiced we move onto the even more difficult concept of noun-adjective agreement If a noun is masculine then the matching adjective must also be masculine and likewise for feminine and of course the same goes for plural A big chair is simply lots of big chairs in English But in Hebrew itrsquos a little trickier כיסא גדול are both masculine words but becomes כיסאות גדולים when changed to plural The noun in plural takes on the feminine ending but remains masculine and so the adjective must also be masculine
It is incredible to believe but by the end of year 4 our students are aware of these challenging grammatical rules and will continue to study and practice them throughout their secondary Hebrew lessons and beyond
At this point you might be feeling a touch dizzy with all these rules and
Sharon SamuniHead of Hebrew Primary and Secondary Teacher
Helen SavitzPrimary Hebrew Teacher
information so we will not continue to bombard you with more But there is more just ask your children We havenrsquot even touched on the 10 pronouns and the importance of conjugating verbs let alone the infinitive of these verbs Wersquoll leave that for another time But hopefully now you have a better understanding of what your children are learning in their Hebrew lessons
Wishing all Kesher readers a
Shabbat Shalom ndash שבת שלום
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
בסד
AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
בסד
YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
12
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Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
13
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FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
10
This week our Year 7s have in learned a new concept in Tanach - פרדס PaRDeS an acronym formed from the first letters of the four levels of Torah interpretation They have also learned through their first רשי using the NAPE method Gemara students are learning their first unit of Gemara ldquoBirchot Hashacharrdquo and we are introducing them to the concept of a Halachic hour In Halacha class they have learned the four elements to the experience of Shabbat
In year 8 our students have been learning the laws of the Seder in Gemara ערבי פסחים They have just finished putting together their powerpoints on the 10 plagues in Tanach class where they presented opinions on how Hashem could harden Pharoahrsquos heart when we know that Hashem gives us free choice while in Halacha they have learned four reasons fot he Mitzva of Kashrut
The year 9s have been making cartoons on the story of the Meraglim (spies) and are exploring the question of ldquowho sent the spiesrdquo while in the elective ldquoPractical Halachardquo students are learning the Halachot of Brachot Rishonot (the Bracha we make before food) and which Bracha takes priority They looked at a Krembo and had to decide which Bracha to make first Mezonot on the base or Shehakol on the topping
Our Year 10s have just finished a group project developing a graphic of the structure of Sefer Devarim while another Tanach group is learning the narrative of Eliezer choosing a wife for his master and contrasting the actual events that occurred with the version that Eliezer gave to her family In the coming week in Gemara they will learn about a dispute between the Rishonim as to why walled cities celebrate Purim on the 15th of Adar
Our VCE students have had 4 different Jewish Studies electives to choose from this term in addition to learning Tanach and Gemara One of these electives is ldquoIsrael a vibrant democracyrdquo and students have been learning the history of the unfolding of Israeli democracy and the underground movements Another elective is ldquoLove and relationships from a Torah perspectiverdquo where theyrsquove been learning principles from Adam and Chavarsquos marriage and how theyrsquore informing our relationships today In the ldquoJewish course of Whyrdquo students discussed the purpose of Kashrut and what issues may arise from eating at a vegan restaurant ldquoKabala 101rdquo is introducing the basic concepts of Kabala to our students
We look forward to an exciting month of Adar at Yavneh
Rochel Tilson Acting Head Of JS Secondary
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AROUND THE JS SECONDARY CLASSROOMS
WHATrsquoS ON
MONDAY
Year 10 Excursion to Moorabbin County Court
TUESDAY
Year 9 Excursion Jewish Museum
WEDNESDAY
Year 9 to VCE Music Incursion
THURSDAY
Year 7 amp 8 Cyber Safety Session
FRIDAY
Year 7 Immunisation
Secondary School Assembly Lamm Hall 9am
WELCOME TO OUR NEW COLLEGE NURSEWe are pleased to welcome Yael Uretski who joined the College last week as our new full-time nurse Yael comes with many years of experience and is enjoying her new role with us I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Gloria (7 years) and Kate (125 years) for their unwavering support for our studentsrsquo health needs over the past few years
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
בסד
YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
12
בסד
Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
13
בסד
FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
11
YONI MOSS 7A
Last week the whole of Year 7 went to camp It was in Anglesea The bus trip was almost 2 hours When we got there it was raining Our cabins were for 4 people there were 2 bunkbeds There were so many activities such as rock climbing archery wood chopping bike riding and a bushwalk We arrived on Tuesday There was a massive oval In our free time we played on the oval and played volleyball On the first day my group went bike riding The next day we went on a bushwalk and rock climbing On Thursday we went surfing and canoeing On the last night we camped out on the oval There were so many kangaroos On Friday we had half a day left we got to choose what activity we did I chose rock climbing We left at midday on Friday and arrived back at school at 2pm
ELI GOLDHIRSCH 7A
Camp was a blast I had so much fun I loved the activities My favourite was surfing Anglesea campsite had a volleyball court which I was constantly playing on I really enjoyed the cabins as they were fun for everyone The last night we set up and slept in tents It was a great camping experience I felt very proud when we set up our tent I have learnt a lot of life skills from camp while having fun I got so many mosquito bites and bruises Among surfing we went canoeing bike riding rock climbing and a hike Overall camp was a great experience and I wish I could go again I would recommend Year 7 Camp to everyone I would also like to thank our teachers for setting it up for us and being there Thank you Mr Schmerling Ms MacGregor Ms Ginzburg Morah Slonim Mr Smith Hesder Boys and Sheruties and Auscamp
OREL MORRIS 7B
Camp was so fun I got to know more things about people and I got to go surfing Sleeping in tents was the best even though our tent was full of bugs We got to do many activities like rock climb bike ride chop wood and hike Canoeing was amazing and we got to play games in the canoe like tag with the other canoes I will never forget the experience of camp We even got to make scones and play volleyball It was my first Secondary Camp and I will never forget it even though I got bitten all over my body And the best thing was singing songs like Sweet Caroline and other fun crazy songs the whole trip
BENJI DUIEB 7B
I went surfing on an 8-foot board it was a lot of fun The food at camp was really good I also went canoeing rock climbing wood chopping and even rode a bike up the mountain which I thought I could never do I also went on a hike up the mountain my legs were hurting so much by the end During archery Ms MacGregor wanted to see if she could beat my score I got the blue and so did she I learnt how to be more independent I got bitten by a bull ant and mosquitoes I recovered really quickly and it was fine
Avigail Wonder Head Of Secondary
DANIELLE GOLDMAN 7B
Year 7 Camp where do I start The second we hopped on that bus and I was booming with happiness inside I learnt how to camp outdoors and I was so happy my first camping trip was with my friends on Year 7 Camp I used to be scared of heights about a year ago and the rock-climbing experience on camp boosted my energy and all my fear just disappeared I was really proud that I went up all 3 walls The thing I love on Yavneh camps every year is the family feeling of Yavneh I always feel safe on camp and Irsquom always happy to wake in the morning of camp knowing that today is going to be a great day I love canoeingrafting because I was really not happy to go rafting but in the end I realised I had one of the best days of my life I loved the experience and Irsquom so glad I could go And I share a great thankyou to the cooks teachers and everyone involved because it was the best four days of my life
SHELLEY INBAR 7B
Camp is not something I find at the top of a list of what I like I am capable though of pushing myself past the limits I believe I am at I talked to a student Irsquove never talked to before and now know that this student is very lovely I learned how to be a little more independent
RAPHAEL BRYKMAN 7C
On camp I had lots of fun I learnt so many new things I learnt how to split wood with an axe and a wood splitter I learnt how to make scones without a recipe and measurements I learnt how to surf how to catch a wave and how to stand up on a surfboard I taught myself how to make a tent I learnt a lot of valuable things The night we slept in tents I sat at the campfire with my friends the Hesder Boys and Sheruties playing guitar
SIMONE GRINBERG 7C
Last week was Year 7 Camp 2020 It was one of the best experiences of my life and I am so grateful to the teachers and Auscamp instructors for making it all happen My favourite part of camp by far was Survival Night It was a great chance to bond with people you werenrsquot so close to before and you have a lot of fun along the way The night started with setting up our tents find out who yoursquore sharing with and a delicious barbeque made by me and some other students Followed by a beautiful campfire and movie After that we were all exhausted so we went to our tents had some laughs games and a heap ton of fun Thank you to everyone who was involved in making camp happen We are very grateful and had a ton of fun
CALEB EPSTEIN 7C
Camp was an amazing experience My favourite activities were riding and camp out The bike ride was really fun because we rode through puddles and got really muddy I had never ridden a bike through rough terrain and the campout was something I will never forget There was setting up our tents with no instructions a barbeque made by some kids a campfire free time but the best part was actually sleeping there at night We had fun in other peoplersquos tents at night and waking up to the sounds of birds I had an incredible time at camp and wish to go back soon
OSHA RUBENSTEIN-SLESENGER 7C
Cabins were great and had very comfy beds
Anglesea was very nice and the weather was fickle
Mornings were full of Tefillot and breakfast
Playing outside and looking at the kangaroos
At night was cold and rainy
Great food
Loved the activities like bushwalking
End of the day was full of laughter
Sometimes we would play volleyball
Even at midnight we were still full of energy
At dinner there was soup
בסד
YEAR 7 CAMP 2020 ndash lsquoME BECOMING AND BELONGINGrsquo
12
בסד
Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
13
בסד
FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
12
בסד
Monuments is the latest novel from Sydney author Will Kostakis Connor is trying to avoid his ex-friend when he stumbles upon a trapdoor to a secret chamber under his school But when Sally breaks into the same chamber looking for an ancient being things take an unexpected turn and Connorrsquos life will never be the same
Along with the mysterious Sally and later on his new friend Locky Connor discovers the Monuments-gods who have been buried for generations-who hid themselves away from humanity to keep everyone safe But now they are exposed and vulnerable Connor isnrsquot sure who can be trusted with the knowledge and power these gods have
Will Kostakis is an author and journalist In high school he won the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year prize for a story called lsquoBing Merdquo He went on to sign his first book deal in his final year of high school Will lives in Sydney and Monuments is his fourth novel
Through My Eyes Hasina is by Melbourne author Michelle Aung Thin The soldiers came in the dead of the night everyone in Hasinarsquos Rohingyarsquos village flees All Hasina remembers is picking up her brother and together with cousin Ghadiya running deep into the Rakhine forest When they emerge days later they find a silent smouldering village Their own house has not been burnt but where are the rest of Hasinarsquos family So many Rohingyas are gone how will Hasina survive A gripping story of one childrsquos experience of the refugee crises in Myanmar
Michell Aung Thin is a writer and lecturer at RMIT University Michell travels to Myanmar frequently and with every visit she realises that modern Myanmar is almost impossible to read without a clear sense of history
Michelle was born in Rangoon and was brought up in Canada she now lives in Melbourne
FROM THE SECONDARY LIBRARY
David EastonSecondary Librarian
13
בסד
FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
13
בסד
FROM THE YPOA big thank you to everyone who joined us at the YPO Planning Meeting on Tuesday evening We are looking forward to a wonderful year of YPO activities It is never too late to get involved Feel free to share your ideas with us and we will advertise volunteer opportunities as they arise
BRIGHT STAR KIDS If you are looking to buy name labels or personalized school supplies visit wwwbrightstarkidscomau
When purchasing make sure you click on lsquolink a fundraising accountrsquo and specify Yavneh Bright star kids will then donate 20 of the cost of your order to the YPO
SHOES amp SOX
Make sure to request a lsquoLeibler Yavneh Collegersquo School Support Voucher during your next purchase Shoes amp Sox donate $200 to the YPO for every 100 vouchers collected
SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
For online orders go to wwwtrybookingcomXMWP Please refer to your trybooking email post-purchase for collection and delivery information
WHO IS SELLING SOUPS SALADS amp SIDES
Reception at Elsternwick Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated) ELC office at Balaclava Road Campus (cash payments $36 per book - correct change is appreciated)
The Antique Silver Co ndash 253 Carlisle Street Balaclava Phone 9525 8480
Kosher Kingdom Food Market ndash 482 Glen Huntly Road Elsternwick Phone 9523 6019
The Shook ndash 817-819 Glen Huntly Road Caulfield South Phone 9078 5519
Jewish Museum of Australia ndash 26 Alma Road St Kilda Phone 8534 3600 Golds World of Judaica ndash 3ndash13 William Street Balaclava Phone 03 9527 8775
UPCOMING EVENTS
YPO and EJC pre-Pesach event Sunday 29 March 8pm ndash details to follow next week
STAY CONNECTED ndash JOIN YAVNEH PARENTSrsquo ORGANISATION (YPO) ON FACEBOOK
Donrsquot want to wait until the next Kesher to know whatrsquos going on Join the YPO Facebook group to keep up to date - search for Yavneh Parentsrsquo Organization (YPO) next time yoursquore online
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom
Candice Katz amp Nicole Kohn YPO Co-Chairs
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
14
בסד
ANSWERS
SKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ
1 Sushi2 The Olympics 3 Mount Fuji4 Shinkansen 5 Cherry blossom
Likes Tennis chocolate shopping sushi friends and family sleeping in footy movies
Dislikes Tomato banana avocado cricket cats soccer
If you were principal for a day what would you do I would let all students have a water games and provide slurpees
Favourite tuckshop food tuna salad potato boreka granola tub
Unique fact about yourselfI used to live in Gold Coast
HUMANS OF LEIBLER YAVNEH COLLEGE Student of the Week
MERAV LELAH YEAR 8
SZKOLNIK SIBLING QUIZ Theme - Guess the Theme1 Which popular food involves rice and seaweed
2 Which popular sports event is coming up on the 24th of July
3 What is the theme of numerous Edo period prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige
4 What is the name of the iconic bullet train
5 Which flower has a festival in its honour
NO ONE GUESSED LAST WEEKrsquoS THEME ACCESSORIES
Please contact one of the Szkolnlikrsquos if you think you know the answer and yoursquoll get a shout out in the first Kesher of 2020
ELAD AND JAKES TOP THONG ALTERNATIVES1 Birkenstocks
2 Slides
3 Crocs
4 Those weird toe shoes
5 Roller blades
DOG OF THE WEEK BY SAMMY PANETH AND JASON BERNSTEINTHE GOLDMANS DOG
NamesNicknames Penelope
Favourite Food Meat
Funny Story He has a ritual when he goes outside to jump on a wall and eat a tree
Favourite Toy His dummy
Favourite Family Member Ariella (sister)
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
15
בסד
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
16
בסד
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
17
בסד
Dear Yavneh families
Socks 4 Support is back
There will be donation boxes in both the Primary office and the Secondary office Please bring in either new socks or used socks in good condition (no holes)
Help Benjy to help children keep warm this winter
SOCKS 4 SUPPORT IS BACK
SOCKS
SUPPORT4
MISHLOaCH MANOT
DONATION CARDS$7 for delivery or $5 for Pick-up Option
from Bnei Akiva Melbourne
MMBNEIAKIVACOMAUFOR MORE INFO CONTACT ARIEL 0403 322 356 MELBMMBNEIAKIVACOMAU
CLASSIC $25
PREMIUM $45
Are you a past Yavneh student
Please join our Facebook Group Just search for Leibler Yavneh College ndash Alumni
Or click this link httpswwwfacebookcomgroups2481247715239846
Being a member of the Leibler Yavneh College alumni group is a great way for you to stay engaged and communicate with alumni Once yoursquore a member please invite all College alumni who you are connected with to join the groups
The aim of the group is to
bull Arrange meetings and reunions
bull Post alumni relevant news and events
bull Promote campaigns and projects
bull Share job opportunities between alumni
bull Gather feedback for College issues
bull and much more
Itrsquos also a chance to highlight pathways for alumni to reconnect and contribute to the College through volunteering guest lecturing mentoring donating to endowments or scholarships collaborating on projects and attending events
See you on Facebook
CALLING ALL YAVNEH ALUMNI - LETrsquoS CONNECT
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2
18
בסד
Second hand uniform stock ndash current as at 27 February 2020
Sport T-shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x3 10x1 12x4 XSx1 Mx1 XXL x1 Sport shorts - $15 6x1 Sport tracksuit pants and jacket (old style) OBSOLETE - PLEASE PM me to donate to Reagan Milstein Foundation httpswwwrmfworld Sports Jumper (new style) - $35 10x1 Sports pants (new style) - $25 ndash NONE Sport skirt - $10 Size 8x1 10x2 Mx1 and NEW 10x2 (adult) Mx3Lx3 Sports Leggings - $5 14x1 XLx1 Bike shorts - $5 4x1 6x2 8x2 Jumpers - $25$30 (sizecondition) 10x1 12x1 14x2 (vest - $20) 18x3 (amp 18x1 vest - $20) 20x2 22x3 Winter jacketscoat $15 Size 8x3 10x1 12x6 14x3 XSx1 Bags $25 Small (prim school) ndash x3 Large (secondary school) ndashx6 (olderlighter) Hats - $5 (6 available) To purchase message Hayley Jaffe via Facebook Messenger or 0409 138 949
Girls summer dress - $20 Size 4Cx1 (short) 6x1 amp 6Cx2 8Cx5 (some slightly damaged) Girls long sleeve shirts - $15 Size 4x10 6x10 8x17 (and 8x2 for $10 small marks) 10x2 12x1 AND Senior (with logo) - $20 10x2 12x 9 (3 no darts6 darts) 14x4 16x1 20x1 Girls winter tunic - $25 Size 4x2 6x4 8x2 10sx5 (amp 1 unhemmed) Girls winter skirt - $25 Size 18x1 22x1 Boys summer shorts - $15 Size 8x3 (amp 8x2 wider waist) 9x1 (ldquonextrdquo brand) 10x2 18x6 (incl 1 narrower amp 1 with extra elastic) 32x1 36x2 Boys summer shirt - $15 Size 4x2 8x1 10x5 16x1 Boys winter (long sleeve) shirts - $15 Size 3x4 4x3 6x1 8x6 10x4 (2 are $10 as small marks) 12x4 14x2 (1 is $10 as marks) 18x1 Sx5 XXLx2 Boys Trousers - $20 Size 4x2 5x2 7x1 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 9x1 (ldquoNextrdquo) 8x1 (amp 8x2 unhemmed) 10x12 amp 10x4 (ldquoNextrdquo brand) 12x5 14x1 16x3 18x4 20x1 30x1 (clip to be sewn) 34x1 36x2 38x3 40x2