Divrei Winter 2012

Winter 2012 Choref 5772 |

Divrei Hillel

From all my teachers, I have grown wise.- Tehilim/Psalms 119:99

table of contentsTABLE OF CONTENTS Steve Freedman..............................3 Joanne Sokol.................................4 Robin Pappas & Jordana Weiss......5 Alita Rossen... ................................6 Marilyn Mossman..........................7 The Grinspoon- Steinhardt Awardees......................8 Dawn Straith..................................10 Pam King.......................................11 Melissa Michaelson & Becky Melamed.............................12 Jackie Eaton...................................13 Clara Gaba....................................14

Amalia Poris...................................... 15Amy Martin-Crowel...........................16Robin Lash & Andrea Trivax...............17Nicole Miller...................................... 18Why I Love Teaching..........................19Annual Campaign , Honorees andFashion Show.....................................21Golf Classic ........................................22PTO .....................................................23Class Notes ........................................24ECC/Teachers’ Scrapbook...................25Tributes..............................................26ECC Camp ...........................................30Save the Date ! ....................................31

Inspiring LearningHEAD OF SCHOOLby Steve Freedman

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Teachers today need to prepare students for tomorrow, not for a time that no longer exists. This requires teachers to embrace new technologies, new strategies, and to create effective ways to incorporate the skills students need in a way that will speak to our children. It requires teachers to move out of their comfort zone and to take new risks for the sake of providing an outstanding learning environment.

At Hillel, we have created a culture of learning for students and teachers alike. Our teachers are committed professionals who lead by example by engaging in their own intensive learning and professional growth. There are many ways in which our teachers learn and grow. In this issue you will read articles by several of our teachers, sharing with you how their learning experiences have benefited Hillel students. This issue is dedicated to the Hillel teachers and their commitment to our school, our community and most of all, our children!

InspIred TeACHers

“Productive learning is the learning process which engenders and reinforces wanting to learn more. Absent wanting to learn, the learning context is unproductive or counterproductive.” – Seymour Sarason

Our world is crowded with information, sensory stimulation, and seemingly endless resources for gaining knowledge via the Internet. It is no longer a world where knowledge can be gained only at a school or university, sitting at the feet of a teacher. Learning has become much more than the acquisition of content and skills to be assessed through tests.

In our world, learning has to be meaningful and relevant. Learning must include the exploration of complex issues, involve the creative process, inspire innovation, and provide opportunities for collaboration and problem solving. Schools must inspire children to learn and then to want to learn more. Successful students will be those who are curious, who want to seek answers and create new opportunities in their lives and ultimately in the lives of others. We must inspire learning!

Inspirational education, which fosters a desire for meaningful learning, begins with inspired teachers. Today’s teachers must be lifelong learners themselves, open to the changing world and willing to embrace the new challenges and opportunities that await our children.

Educators of HillelTHE 21ST CEnTury EDuCATOrS OF HiLLELBy: Joanne Sokol, Assistant Head of School

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Learning – being a life-long learner and modeling this openly for students.

Communicating – being fluent in tools and technologies that enable communication and collaboration, and going beyond to facilitate, stimulate, moderate and manage communication proactively.

Modeling Behavior – the presence to teach values by modeling the behaviors that we expect from our students.

Leading – having clear goals and objectives, staying focused and on course, having a vision, action plan and skills of leadership.

Hillel teachers exemplify these characteristics. Through their classrooms, teamwork, professional development, and unique personal journeys, our educators hold a high standard of excellence in providing an outstanding academic environment. Hillel teachers participate in peer observation experiences, attend and present at annual conferences of national professional organizations, participate in workshops, meet daily in team settings, and share leadership responsibility.

This edition of the Divrei is dedicated to the many ways teachers at Hillel exemplify the true definition of what it means to be a 21st century educator. In bringing all of these qualities to bear in their classrooms, Hillel teachers help their students become leaders who will shape the 22nd century world.

It is amazing to realize that children born today, who will most likely live to be 100 years old, will be the founding fathers and mothers of the 22nd century, and will live their retirement years in a future beyond our imagination. With this in mind, how do today’s educators, raised in the 20th century, prepare Hillel students for a successful life journey? The answer: by being excellent, dynamic, reflective 21st century educators.

Educational research identifies eight characteristics and behaviors of the 21st century educator, and we believe they are evident in the Hillel community. The qualities are:

Adapting – the ability to adapt the curriculum and the learning environment in creative ways, to adapt the software and hardware designed for business models into appropriate learning experiences for children, to adapt the environment to meet individual learning styles and needs, and when all goes wrong with technology, to keep the learning moving forward in dynamic and imaginative ways.

Being Visionary – the ability to look across the disciplines and through the curriculum, to see the potential in emerging tools and Web technologies, and look at ideas of others and adapt them to the classroom environment. In addition, the ability to look and see the potential in emerging learners in their care and classrooms.

Collaborating – the ability to work as a team, both internally and through external resources such as blogs, wikis, Twitter, etc., with their colleagues, students and parents.

risk Taking – the ability to go beyond one’s comfort zone to meet the needs of the students, surrender to student knowledge, use the tools of the digital natives proactively and wisely, and allow students to teach each other and the teacher. The ability to feel free to learn from mistakes and failures.

“ALwAys Be In THe sTATe of BeCoMIng” - Walt Disney

Professional DevelopmentBEing THE BEST EDuCATOrS wE CAn BE By: Robin Pappas and Jordana Weiss


We learned ways to support our staff, help them maximize their potential as teachers and fully meet the needs of their students. Sessions we attended focused on managing the classroom in positive and exciting ways; learning more about the needs of parents and families in school; creating meaningful connections within school communities; and introducing more ideas for Shabbat singing and music. Each session was valuable, and we walked away from each one with even more helpful information than we had anticipated.

When we returned to Hillel Day School following the conference, we felt newly energized. We were excited by the new ideas we had encountered and the new connections we had made with fellow educators from around the world. Talking with people from other schools made us realize how progressive we are as a school, how cutting-edge our curriculum is, and how important are our efforts to connect with families and create a caring community. Hillel Day School is certainly a leader in 21st century education.

The NAEYC conference gave us the chance to grow and develop, helping us become the best educators we can be. We thank Hillel Day School for making professional development such a priority at our school, because it is critical to the education of our children.

Hillel day school is the place to be!

nATIonAL AssoCIATIon of eduCATIon of young CHILdren

A riddle: What do you call it when Hillel Day School sends two administrators away for five full days to make professional connections, gain knowledge and enthusiasm, share lots of laughs, and come back to the place they love with a sense of accomplishment and renewed inspiration?

The answer: Professional development!

Professional development encompasses all types of learning opportunities. It can take the form of classes, lectures, conferences, or webinars—anything that is intended to increase knowledge and deepen skills. Educators who engage in professional development share a common purpose of learning more or enhancing what they already know. Just as Hillel Day School inspires its students to become lifelong learners, we also help our educators continue on a journey of lifelong growth, always increasing their knowledge and skills.

In early November, we were fortunate to attend the conference of the National Association of Education of Young Children (NAEYC) conference in Orlando, Florida, with over 13,000 educators from all over the world. The conference featured five full days of sessions on diverse topics such as the arts, leadership development, math, play, special needs, science, and technology, all related to the education of young children from birth to third grade. The common theme of this year’s conference was the importance of play in the classroom. We know that children learn through play of all types. We each attended different sessions so we could share information to bring back to school.

Leadersip: an TrainingA grEAT PLACE TO LEArn - BuT THErE’S nO PLACE LikE HiLLELby Alita Rossen, 5-6 and 7-8 Division Head


In addition to the Harvard Principals’ Center program, I was also fortunate to study with the AVI CHAI Foundation, a New York based private foundation dedicated to promoting Jewish commitment and enhancing Jewish education. I attended evening programs and an extended day program, which allowed the Jewish educators to discuss issues close to our hearts and schools. AVI CHAI’S goal is to provide strong instructional leadership in Jewish day schools.

My experience at Harvard was enriched by the leadership role afforded to me at Hillel Day School. Each day, I have opportunities to develop and deepen trusting relationships, inspire teams of teachers to motivate their students to become lifelong learners, and work to create an enthusiastic and caring environment.

My experience talking with the other educators at the conference also validated what we do at Hillel. As a school, we are a strong, enriched community of learners. We stand out in the areas of 21st century practices, teacher evaluations, and supplementary approaches to technology. We are leaders in providing our students an outstanding Judaic and general studies education that is vigorous, relevant and meaningful. After a long week of studying, I was incredibly inspired—and I

was more sure than ever that there is no place like Hillel!

This summer, I was privileged to attend the Harvard Graduate School of Education for a week-long seminar entitled “Leadership: An Evolving Vision.” The program, which took place at Harvard’s Principals’ Center, included leaders from more than 120 public and private schools around the country, and fourteen representatives from Jewish day schools.

Participants attended lectures and discussion groups led by Harvard faculty, educational consultants and school practitioners. The program focused on the challenges facing school leaders, and it helped participants develop leadership skills and strategies to help raise student achievement. And there was homework, too! Rigorous study was combined with writing, reflection, and interaction with colleagues, allowing participants to identify a framework for 21st century education, sharing ideas and solutions.

At the seminar, we immersed ourselves in topics such as putting instructional improvement at the school’s center; using logic models to bring together planning, evaluation and action; engaging our own community to change; and evaluating 21st century learning styles in schools. We explored the components of what makes a good school great, and the role leaders assume as they seek to foster excellence in their schools. The sessions were lively, thought-provoking, and full of exciting ideas.

As a community of learners, we participated in Project Adventure. This day-long experience included team problem-solving initiatives and other group experiences that deepened my familiarity with the theory and practice of experiential education.

HArVArd prInCIpALs’ CenTer

TechnologywHAT i DiD On My SuMMEr VACATiOnBy: Marilyn Mossman, Director of Technology


IsTe ConferenCe

“At Hillel day school,” our mission statement reads, “we inspire a passion for learning.” This passion is not limited to our students! Our faculty and staff are also committed to continued learning; being a teacher also means being a life-long learner.

To continue my learning, I seek out research, lectures, workshops and conferences that allow me to learn new skills while connecting with other professionals in my field. This summer, I had the opportunity to attend the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) conference in Philadelphia. This is the largest conference of its kind, with more than 15,000 attendees from around the world.

At the conference, I attended lectures and workshops on a wide range of pertinent topics. I learned about schools from across the United States, and as far away as New Zealand, that currently have successful 1:1 laptop programs in which each student carries a computer with them at school. Talking to many of the vendors also proved very informative. These sessions and resources will help as we develop a mobile 1:1 program at Hillel.

I attended sessions on copyright law, digital citizenship, and digital storytelling. I was introduced to some new Web tools, and I learned more effective ways to use other technology resources, such as Google Apps for Education. These tools and resources can benefit our entire faculty,

so I have been sharing them with our teachers whenever possible; as a result, they have already begun implementing some wonderful new ideas. For example, Ms. Liat Rothfeld has created a unit on Cyber Safety for third and fourth grade computer classes, and will continue to stress the importance of online safety and digital citizenship.

In addition, I had the opportunity to meet face-to-face with several colleagues who are part of my professional learning network (PLN). I am in regular contact with many of these technology educators through the use of social networks, but being able to connect at a conference where we can share ideas

and experiences is invaluable. I feel so fortunate to belong to a community where learning and growing professionally is encouraged and facilitated.

The Grinspoon-Steinhardt AwardHiLLEL’S AwArD winning TEACHErSby Clara Gaba


In addition, recipients were recognized on a national level over the course of three days in Nashville. While in Nashville, I had the opportunity to meet teachers from all over the country who received this award. It was heartwarming to see the local Federation representatives in attendance at the ceremony. The support and encouragement of familiar faces from home made the national ceremony all the more special.

We studied together and learned from each other in a series of courses. We also discussed the rewards and challenges faced by day schools in North America. The workshops were enriching and provided us with ideas that could be implemented in our classrooms immediately.

Among the highlights of the experience was when we had the opportunity to converse with Mr. Grinspoon. He shared with us his motivation behind creating this award and his thoughts about how important Jewish education is.

I was very proud to represent our wonderful community and our special school. The experience of being awarded the grinspoon-steinhardt Award both enriched and energized me. I felt very privileged to be honored for doing something that I love to do - teach.

- Clara Gaba, 2007 Award Recipiant - 5th and 6th Grade Judaic Studies Teacher

The Grinspoon-Steinhardt Award for Excellence in Jewish Education is a national award designed to recognize teachers in communities across North America who have made a commitment to the field of Jewish Education. The award honors outstanding classroom teachers in formal Jewish educational settings (early childhood through twelfth grade). Award winners are chosen through their central agency for Jewish Education or, where no central agency exists, through their Federation. The awards were first established by the Grinspoon Foundation in 2000 and joined by the Jewish Life Network/Steinhardt Foundation in 2002. The awards offer national recognition to its recipients, each of whom is awarded a minimum of $2,500. Each winner must use $1,500 of the award for his or her own professional development. The remaining $1,000 is for use at the recipient’s discretion.

In August 2007 I was honored to be a recipient of the Grinspoon-Steinhardt Award. Locally, the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit and Hillel Day School hosted a program and reception in my honor.

THe grInspoon-sTeInHArdT AwArd

The Grinspoon-Steinhardt AwardHiLLEL’S AwArD winning TEACHErSby Adina Levin


As a recipient of last year’s award, I was fortunate to participate in a Community of Practice, a group of other award winning teachers who met with the goal of gaining knowledge related to our field. It is through the process of sharing information and experiences that we learned from each other and had an opportunity to develop ourselves personally and professionally. This process took place through webinars and facilitated discussions. It was a wonderful opportunity to grow professionally.

My mission as a teacher and award recipient is to give, to share, and to spread the love of Judaism to my students, with the hope that I may make an impact on their lives and help shape their future for their roles as members and leaders of the Jewish community.

- Adina Levin, 2010 Award Recipiant - Kindergarten and First Grade Judaic Studies Teacher

It has been a great source of honor, pride and gratitude to be the recipient of the 2010 Grinspoon-Steinhardt Award for Excellence in Jewish Education. This award is one that I share with the school and the Hillel community; ultimately, teaching successfully is impossible without collaboration.

It is gratifying and inspiring to know that philanthropists like Mr. Grinspoon and Mr. Steinhardt value and cherish Jewish education, and are willing to devote their resources to it. They have a vision of Judaism’s future, and understand the critical importance of education.

The Hillel faculty, members of the Board of Trustees, family and friends, and representatives from the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit attended the awards ceremony at Hillel Day school. Both Jeffrey Lasday, the director of Alliance for Jewish Education, and Steve Freedman, our Head of School, spoke beautifully, and Karen Alpiner, who was then co-chair of the Alliance steering committee, presented the award. After my acceptance speech there was a beautiful reception for all who attended this meaningful and exciting event.

An award such as this is personally flattering. But its significance is much broader: the award sends a message to our community that teaching is valuable not just to our students, but to our community and our future.

THe grInspoon-sTeInHArdT AwArd

Algebra ReadinessALgEBrA rEADinESSby Dawn Straith


TeACHers of MATHeMATICs

Second through fourth graders are using a program called Wowzers. The program combines mathematics education with gaming, so the students have fun and receive incentives while learning. It is proving to be an effective tool in teaching mathematics. It provides data-driven feedback about each individual student, which helps with differentiating instruction when needed. The fifth and sixth grade Math Trailblazers are using a new program called Digits. The Digits program leverages technology to personalize student learning while providing more class-time for direct instruction. It is a highly effective and engaging tool. Each day there is an interactive lesson viewed on the SmartBoard. The students work on problems, watch videos, play games and more during the lesson. Assessments are also available online and help direct future instruction.

As part of my personal professional development plan this past summer, I participated in several online webinars and tutorials that helped me prepare to implement the new math programs. I will continue to participate in this type of professional development throughout the school year to hone my skills so I can better support our students’ learning. Professional development is the key to strong teaching. Hillel makes this one of its top priorities, which is why I love teaching here!

During the summer of 2011, I participated in several professional development opportunities. As the K4 Math Coordinator, I have found that Hillel students need direction, strategies, and structured practice to help them memorize the basic facts. It is impossible to progress to higher level mathematics, applying logic, and problem solving, without a strong foundation in basic facts. I did a great deal of research into the best practices for basic fact mastery, developed a new basic fact program for our first through fourth grade students, and began to lead our teachers in implementing the program in September.

Research has found that using only drill techniques, in which students solve basic questions over and over again, does not help most students master the facts. Most are served better by learning strategies, techniques, and tricks to help them gain instant recall of the facts. Once students have learned the strategies, then, and only then, will drilling be beneficial. We have already seen amazing results, and look forward to supporting Hillel students with this task.

Also new this year to the second through sixth grade Math Trailblazer program are two completely digital math programs. Math looks and feels a little different than in the past. Many days, the students participate in a group lesson which is downloaded from the internet. The students also participate in hands-on activities to instill concepts, as they have in the past. They often work on activities during class, at their individual computer stations or in partnerships, to solve challenging, multi-step problems. This year, when homework is assigned, it is completed online so it can be accessed anywhere the students have an internet connection. The programs were developed with the 21st century learner in mind, encompass the future of learning, meet the new Common Core State Standards for mathematics, and engage our students on a whole new level.

Basic FactsHELPing Our STuDEnTS MASTEr THE BASiC FACTS!by Pam King


TeACHers of MATHeMATICs

One of the most valuable lessons from the conference was the idea that not all problems are created equal. Problems can vary not only in complexity, but also in the level of algebraic reasoning needed to solve the problem. It is critical for students to learn to use a variety of representations—including symbols, words, tables, graphs, and pictures—to understand and solve problems. The worth of a problem, its quality, can be measured by the various ways a student can engage in the problem-solving process and the dialogue that can follow. A problem that has multiple representations, and can be approached in multiple ways, provides more opportunities for all students to engage in the solution process. This relates to our ongoing discussion about the value of homework: particularly in math, it is important to consider quality as well as quantity when considering assignments for home.

our ultimate goal at Hillel is to teach our students to become independent, enthusiastic problem-solvers, armed with a toolbox full of strategies, confident in their ability to use them. Through conferences such as the one I attended, we constantly learn better ways to set our students on this path.

This past August, I had the opportunity to attend a conference hosted by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. The theme, “Algebra Readiness,” summed up the focus of the conference: how can math educators in the lower grades better prepare students for algebra? I was able to hear experts in the field of mathematics education address topics such as creating cognitively challenging mathematical tasks, implementing intervention strategies that aid students with disabilities, and linking research to classroom practice. In addition to the keynote speakers, there were specific sessions that targeted each grade that I teach. Attendees broke into small grade-specific groups to examine the new Common Core State Standards, which delineate the content to be taught at each specific grade. These sessions provided an opportunity to explore specific strategies and tasks that help students develop algebraic reasoning.

In a sense, the conference did not truly end in August; there is an online component that continues throughout the school year. Once a month, I attend a webinar that addresses topics that often pose stumbling blocks for students. The first webinar presented strategies on making math concepts stick; future webinars will cover topics such as effective fraction instruction and developing “number sense.” Along with the webinars, I submit lesson plans for peer review and feedback. It is not enough to hear about new strategies in education; an educator must also be a student, and be willing to take risks to better engage and educate the variety of learners in his/her classroom.

The 21st Century Learner


nEw AnD innOVATing iDEASby Melissa Michaelson and Becky Melamed

We also attended Readers’ and Writers’ Workshop sessions, which we have introduced to other staff members at Hillel. Because of our experience at I-Teach K in Las Vegas, we have implemented new songs, stories, math games and SmartBoard lessons, as well as activities that build community and critical thinking skills and boost self-confidence. We recognize that we are life-long learners whose growth as educators has a direct effect on our students. We are proud of what we have brought back to our classrooms and to Hillel from the I-Teach K Conference.

We took this knowledge to the ISACS conference in November, where we presented a session entitled “Integrating Math and Technology for the 21st Century Learner.” We shared with other teachers the importance of engaging students in meaningful mathematical activities using technology, cooperative learning, hands-on activities, movement, and song. We look forward to seeing the growth of our students throughout the year as we work together to implement the newest and most stimulating ideas for our kindergarten students.

One reason we appreciate the opportunity to work at Hillel is that the school deeply believes in the importance of professional development, and recognizes the importance of teacher training. This allows us to learn and bring back to Hillel the most current and innovative teaching strategies and ideas. Because of this support, we had the privilege of attending the I-Teach Kindergarten conference in Las Vegas, Nevada in July of 2011. Dr. Jean Feldman, a respected early childhood educator, was the keynote speaker. The first day, we entered a large room filled with kindergarten teachers. Within thirty seconds of the start of the presentation, two thousand kindergarten teachers were on their feet, smiling, singing, and moving to creative and engaging songs. Teachers from all walks of life and from all over the United States immediately bonded. The enthusiasm in the room was contagious as we began to explore new and innovative

ideas for the 21st century learner. Dr. Jean is realistic about the demands placed on teachers in 2011, and what children need to learn in order to succeed. She consistently reminded us of the importance of our jobs as teachers and how proud we should be of the dedication and love we give to our students.

Throughout the next two days, we were impressed and enthusiastic about the fresh ideas that were presented to us. Shari Sloane, a teacher from Minnesota and developer of music-based math instruction, gave us wonderful new ideas. We learned about Daily Calendar Notebooks, which we immediately integrated into our own classrooms, as well as hands-on critical-thinking mathematical activities.

I-TeACH KIndergArTen ConferenCe


Mind, Body, and Soul EDuCATing THE wHOLE CHiLD: MinD, BODy, AnD SOuLby Jackie Eaton

THe AnnuAL eArLy CHILdHood eduCATIon ConferenCe

This fall, the staff of Hillel Day School’s Early Childhood Center joined 175 Jewish educators from eleven local schools at the annual Early Childhood Education Conference. The conference, sponsored by the Alliance for Jewish Education and held at Congregation Beth Shalom, focused on the theme of “Educating the Whole Child: Mind, Body and Soul.”

Keynote speaker Enrique Feldman, the author of “Living Like a Child: Learn, Live and Teach Creatively,” led the teachers in several fun, high-energy activities that helped them reconnect to the wonder and joy of being a child. His research-based techniques included pre-literacy skills, early

math skills, patterning and sequencing. Feldman invited the teachers to make their classroom a community and he demonstrated how to do this by making his audience into a community. Feldman provided simple yet powerful ideas that teachers could use to foster creativity and engage the child’s mind.

Each educator chose two workshops to attend. The workshops all involved a holistic approach to education. Feldman offered two workshops, one on personality recognition and differential learning, and the other on living and thinking like a child. Other workshops included implementing basic art supplies in the classroom, using shared reading in a preschool classroom, practicing sensory and motor breaks during the day for the children, and improving communication skills in preschools. Each of these workshops provided practical activities that the educators could begin to use immediately in the classroom to involve the child as a whole.

The endnote speaker, Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg, founded Kids Kicking Cancer in 1999. Rabbi Goldberg has been helping children battling cancer to put their lives in perspective by providing therapeutic martial arts training. Through the training, which includes breathing and relaxation techniques, the children have gained some sense of power and peace. They have then taught these techniques to other people, which also gave them a sense of purpose. Ultimately, the ability to respond to life’s challenges is probably the most important lesson a child can learn. Following this powerful talk, the attendees left the conference with a sense of their own power, peace, and purpose.

At the conference, we were told that “A child’s first teacher can transform his life, and his first experience with a Jewish educator is truly sacred.” As lifelong learners, we build upon what we learn and bring it back to our classrooms. Workshops and conferences such as this one are essential to our growth and knowledge; what we learn benefits us all at Hillel Day School – teachers, students, and families.

Standards and Benchmarks


TAnAkH STAnDArDS AnD BEnCHMArkSby Clara Gaba

sTrengTHenIng And unIfyIng our CurrICuLuM

our students to embrace it as an inspiring resource that informs their values, moral commitments, and ways of experiencing the world. These two Standards correspond with our core values of Talmud Torah, studying Torah, Tikkun Olam, perfecting the world, and Kedushah, holiness.

This summer I completed the final segment of the three-part course of the Jewish Day School Standards and Benchmarks project at the Jewish Theological Seminary. Over the past year I have been fortunate to be a part of this exciting and innovative way of teaching Bible. I spent time learning with highly talented educators from all around the country. The facilitators at J.T.S. were excellent. During this intensive year, both at J.T.S. and at Hillel Day School, I learned how this program can enrich both teaching and learning.

The Standards and Benchmarks Program helped me to focus on curricular goals. It also enabled me to work with my colleagues on shared goals with a common professional language. The method has enhanced student learning and students have enjoyed the assessments because of the clarity of the expectations. The beauty of this program is that each school is able to tailor the standards and benchmarks to its own respective mission and values.

I am looking forward to continuing my studies and teaching within this program.

It is all too easy, when teaching Tanakh (Bible), to focus exclusively on the chapters and verses we want to teach, instead of concentrating on what we want our students to know and do.

And in schools where students study Tanakh year after year, it is too easy for a lack of alignment to develop from grade to grade; if different teachers have dissimilar goals and approaches, students’ learning can be confused.

At Hillel, we want our students to master both content and skills; we want to be able to see actual learning outcomes, or achievements that students can be expected to attain. For this reason, Hillel Day School adopted the Tanakh Standards and Benchmarks Program in the 2009-2010 school year for the sixth through eighth grades; the following year, we expanded it to include the third through fifth grades. The standards set the overarching goals for our Tanakh study; the benchmarks are specific, grade-appropriate ways of meeting those goals. Together, they strengthen and unify our curriculum.

Hillel has chosen to focus on two standards. First, we encourage students to become independent and literarily astute readers of the biblical text in Hebrew. Second, we seek to foster a love of Torah study for its own sake; we want


NETA CurriculumPuTTing THE nETA CurriCuLuM in FuLL FOrCEby Amalia Poris

neTA TeACHers

It is very rewarding to me as the Hebrew coordinator to see how, working together as a team, we can renew and improve our lesson plans and teaching techniques in the classrooms. I am excited and looking forward to continue sharing the NETA P.D. module with the NETA teachers at Hillel over the next few months.

This summer, I completed my third year of studies at Boston Hebrew College in the Certificate in Hebrew Language Teaching and Mentoring program. I serve as the Hebrew Coordinator for sixth through eighth grades, and through this program, I learned to train and support our Hebrew language teachers on implementing the NETA* curriculum. Over the course of three summers, for two weeks each summer, I have studied and gained substantial pedagogic content knowledge in Hebrew linguistics, literature, and Hebrew language teacher training. Additionally, I have completed several graduate level papers and a rigorous practicum. Upon completing the program in June, I was invited to participate in a three-day workshop in New York for the NETA Professional Development Module. The module consists of materials—films and texts, along with ideas for mini-workshops, lesson plans, and teaching activities—for approximately twenty hours of professional development for Hebrew teachers, centered on a different linguistic didactic topic each year. Using these materials, I lead professional development at school over the course of the school year. This year’s topic is “Teaching Vocabulary – As Many Ways as There are Words.”

Over the months of October and November we held two workshops. I enjoyed sharing new ideas with the NETA staff, and the response from the teachers was extremely positive. Within days following each workshop, teachers were implementing the new teaching methods in their classrooms.

* NETA: youth in favor of Ivrit.

Forest Ecology


FOrEST ECOLOgyby Amy Martin-Crowel

InTegrATIng THe ouTdoor CLAssrooM InTo our sCIenCe CurrICuLuM

This summer, I spent the week of June 27th-July 1st at the Forest Ecology and Teacher Resources Institute at Michigan Technological University. The Institute covered a broad selection of topics, including tree and plant identification, forest measurement and data analysis, insect infestation, and forest stewardship. Each day of the Institute allowed for both classroom instruction and hands-on fieldwork, in morning and afternoon sessions. There were readings assigned prior to the Institute to provide the participants with background knowledge, and a requirement to create lessons to be used with our own students after the course was complete.

As a result of all I learned at the Institute, I created lessons that can be used with my fifth grade students during our study of populations and ecosystems. The students will study the ecology of our outdoor classroom based on the collection and representation of data of populations of producers, consumers, and decomposers found there. The students will identify populations of trees around the outdoor classroom, and use multiple techniques to measure tree height and diameter. They will create habitats for salamanders, sample earthworm populations in different plots by using a mustard water extraction, and collect data on the biodiversity of the community located within the outdoor classroom. In class, we will discuss the needs of each population, the way they are connected in food chains and webs, and the symbiotic relationships within the community and ecosystem.

Attending the seminar encouraged me to continue working on a plan to use the Jayne Rudy Schostak Memorial Outdoor Classroom and forested area behind the school. Hillel’s science department has considered this for years, and even wrote a grant proposal to

create an environment that could be used in our science curriculum. Now, this plan will finally come to fruition.

The benefits of using this outdoor space to its full potential stretch beyond the science department and our curriculum. For example, last year, Mrs. King had two of her Algebra students, Adam Cooper and Craig Tarnopol, develop a plan for a Holocaust Memorial Garden to be placed in the forested area behind the school. They had to design the garden, calculate the cost of the materials, and write a proposal that was submitted to me for use in our outdoor space. The cross-curricular integration of this outdoor space can only enhance the learning of our students, and make it more meaningful.

World Drumming at Hillel


THE BEAT gOES On: wOrLD DruMMing AT HiLLELby Robin Lash and Andrea Trivax

after an exercise has been completed, the leader will give suggestions for future improvement. Improvisational activities teach them to think on their feet while maintaining the respect of space and time allotted for their creativity. There is never a “wrong” response during improvisation; over time, students become more confident participants, eager to assume leadership roles. There are a myriad of learners in the Drumming Club, and each child’s contribution is appreciated and respected by students and teachers alike. Even if a mistake is made, they learn to move forward because the music doesn’t stop! Students develop both the ability to lead the group as well as learn to follow the leader. Although creativity and a sense of community are essential to a good drumming circle, the group must also develop basic rules of decorum to ensure a solid foundation and a comfortable learning and performing environment.

In November, we were presenters at the ISACS national conference. In our presentation, “African Drumming: Channeling Energy, Encouraging Attention & Managing Behavior,” we shared the techniques that we learned with Professor Mensah, which we have been using with our Drumming Club, and discussed how they can be applicable to a non-music classroom setting. The room was filled to capacity with colleagues from other ISACS schools who were eager to get their hands on the drums as well as learn. The hour-and-a-half presentation was well-received and encouraged teachers to try simple drumming techniques in the course of teaching. These techniques can

help bring students focus while giving them a “break” from the rigors of academics.In the meantime, our drummers are hard at work refining their drumming skills and even designing a t-shirt logo. Don’t be surprised if you hear the beats of the drums at some future events at Hillel!

What is that loud sound coming from the music auditorium? If it’s lunch and recess on Tuesday or Thursday, it is probably Hillel’s World Drumming Club. This group comprises enthusiastic fifth, sixth, and seventh grade students. Each week, the students in the Drumming Club meet and share lunch together in the music auditorium. After they enjoy their meal and conversations, they head up to the stage to set up their drumming circle. The sounds of Djembes, tubanos, shekeres and cowbells weave together into a cornucopia of sound.

The World Drumming Club is in its second year at Hillel. We were inspired by a drumming presentation at the annual Michigan Music Conference two years ago, and were determined to bring this new form of musical expression to our students. During that same summer, we attended a week-long workshop at the University of Michigan with noted Ghanaian drummer and professor, Sowah Mensah, and subsequently purchased the initial set of drums for the school.

The main goal of the club is to build a music-making community while having fun. It is both a physical and a mental activity, requiring focus, listening skills, creative thinking, and Derekh Eretz. Every week, the students are building their skills and learning to perform in a musical tradition that is based on space rather than time. The focus of our classroom instruction is Western music, and drumming teaches them a completely different perception of music. In fact, students have even developed a free-form rhythm pattern to accompany Birkat Ha-mazon.

Working with the students has yielded many benefits. Students learn to follow both verbal and non-verbal directions. While drumming, students must watch the leader for signaled directions, and

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Hillel on the Move


MAking STriDES in HEALTHy LiVingby Nicole Miller

pHysICAL eduCATIon

In order to develop a healthy and active lifestyle, it is crucial to begin appreciating physical activity at an early age. This year, many exciting additions and changes are taking place in our physical education program to help Hillel students be more active, both during the school day and after school.

In the ClassroomStudents in grades seven and eight are piloting a new physical education program that empowers them to choose a sport or activity; by allowing them do something they love, we hope to encourage life-long physical activity. Students in grades five through eight were introduced to the “Fuel Up to Play 60” program; each student was encouraged to take the pledge to fuel their body and mind by eating healthy foods and being active for 60 minutes each day.

family funIn order to promote family fitness, the physical education department recently hosted a family Open Gym Night. Families had a great time jumping rope, hula-hooping, and riding scooters—and playing basketball, volleyball, and baseball. Our annual Turkey Trot took place the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, and a record number of participants trotted the course! All participants were entered into a raffle for the grand prize—a kosher turkey.

Intramural and Interscholastic sportsParticipation in our intramural program increased significantly this year. During the first semester, the athletic department offered eight intramural sports for students in kindergarten through grade eight. After-school options included team sports such as basketball, and volleyball; individual activities such as martial arts; and a running-and-fitness club.

The Hillel interscholastic sports program has also been on the move this school year. The co-ed cross country team traveled throughout the metro-Detroit area to compete in three invitational races, in addition to multi-school and bi-school races. Many of our teams—including boys’ soccer, tennis, and girls’ volleyball—had strong, competitive seasons. Student-athletes worked to improve their own skills, and coaches taught the importance of good sportsmanship and Derekh Eretz.

The Hillel community is very excited about these developments. We are already seeing an increase in participation and positive attitudes toward physical activity. We are truly on the move toward something great!


Teaching at HillelwHy i LOVE TEACHing AT HiLLELby Hillel Day School Teachers. 2011

HILLeL TeACHers Answer THe QuesTIon, “ wHy I LoVe TeACHIng AT HILLeL.”

I love teaching at Hillel because I am inspired, encouraged and supported to continually grow on a professional and personal level each and every day. - Leslie Baron

I enjoy teaching at Hillel because the students are enthusiastic and eager to learn. I enjoy seeing them make connections and applying what they have learned. I enjoy teaching at Hillel because of the comradery and collegiality felt among the faculty and staff. It is apparent that the faculty has a deep passion for their profession and a genuine love and concern for each and every student. The faculty is always seeking ways to improve their classroom presentation. Many of the faculty and staff have become trusted and valued friends. - Karen Howard

Teaching at Hillel does not feel like work. I look forward to starting each day at Hillel because it is a place in which children truly do count. It is a warm and caring environment, and it feels good to know that teachers do whatever is necessary so that children feel successful. That is why I love teaching at Hillel. - Pam Smith I love teaching at Hillel because it allows me to be in an environment with students excited to learn and a staff that works above and beyond to make our school the magical place it is. As my own children and I walk the halls at Hillel every day I am thankful and blessed to walk the same path as I did as a young girl. - Marcie Goldstein

Hillel is a school that values challenging ourselves, along with our students, to constantly seek out ways to improve. As a result, I have been allowed and encouraged to grow professionally by always exploring and trying out best teaching practices. This kind of atmosphere and philosophy makes “working” at Hillel more of a pleasure than a job!- Robin Rosen

I love teaching at Hillel because it has enriched my family’s life with the love of Judaism. I am fortunate to work with my daughter and my three precious grandchildren.- Barbara Eskin

I love teaching at Hillel because Hillel has become my second family. EVERYONE cares so much about each other which truly makes Hillel a community! - Nancy Cohen

Beyond the state-of-the-art technology, small class sizes, superb instruction, and beautiful building, the main reason that I love teaching at Hillel is the sense of community I feel when I walk through Hillel’s front doors each and every day. The children and staff are all kind, mensch- like, and caring and they welcome others with open arms and a warm heart. There’s no place like Hillel! - Alexis Sack

I love teaching at Hillel because of the diverse Jewish community present in our school and the respect shown for all students, teachers and staff, regardless of their affiliation. I love the “Aha!” moments of teaching music at Hillel: the joy of hearing a little voice that pipes up after weeks of silence, the eagerness of students to read a rhythm pattern in class, young voices proudly singing “Hatikvah” and “The Star Spangled Banner,” and the random smiles and hugs I get every day!- Andrea Trivax

As an Israeli, teaching at Hillel allows me to feel a connection to my roots every day. I am constantly growing as a person and educator by being a part of the Hillel community. Teaching Kindergarten students gives me the opportunity to see through their eyes the beginning of their Jewish education. As they pray each morning my soul is filled as I know have taught them tefillot that will guide them throughout their lives.- Ronit Lipsky

Teaching in 7th and 8th grades, whenever we have lateral entries I worry how these new students will fit in with classmates whom have been friends for half their lives. And then I see how Hillel students welcome these new students as friends. It is derekh eretz at its finest, and it always makes me proud to be associated with Hillel.- Seth Koreliz

My colleagues are genuinely nurturing, caring and supportive, both of students and of each other. Vital and current professional development is valued, encouraged and provided. My efforts to provide an outstanding secular education are supported by parents and administration. I watch my students blossom in many ways– secular knowledge, Hebrew language, musical plays, artistic endeavors, athletic prowess– simultaneously.- Sarah Radner

Teaching at Hillel allows me to share my passion for Jewish living in a warm, supportive and educated learning community. I am encouraged to pursue excellence in my classroom with exceptional resources and professional development, and I am respected as a contributing member of our educational team. Being a Hillel teacher pushes me to strive for excellence in both my professional and personal life and I am honored to be a part of this community. - Barbara Dworin

Teaching at Hillel makes me feel part of the Jewish community. I am thankful for the opportunity that Hillel gives me to help kids reach their potential in Hebrew studies. Hillel also keeps me connected to my Israeli culture each and every day.- Edna Sable

I love the friendly atmosphere at Hillel. I also appreciate that, as a teacher in Hillel, I am constantly learning. - Feige Engelsberg

Teaching at HillelwHy i LOVE TEACHing AT HiLLEL, cont.by Hillel Day School Teachers, 2011


HILLeL TeACHers Answer THe QuesTIon, “ wHy I LoVe TeACHIng AT HILLeL.”I teach at Hillel because it makes me happy to be a part of something bigger than myself. At Hillel, there is a sense of community and caring that one would not be able to duplicate. I am fortunate enough to wake up every morning and not have a feeling of “it’s time to go to work,” but rather, a sense of pride and excitement in what I get to do each day. It’s an enriching and life changing experience, and I hope I am able to give at least half of what I receive! - Michelle Markzon

I feel gratified to be contributing to the growth and education of our future Jewish generations. I am proud to teach our children Jewish values, Hebrew and to love and be proud of the State of Israel. I love teaching at Hillel because I enjoy hearing about my students’ successes and watching them grow as educated Jewish citizens within the community.- Niva Wilner- Amiel

I have one big reason: “ I love the students whom I teach and learn from everyday.”- Rivka Schuchman

Working at Hillel has been a joyful experience. Not only has the staff been welcoming, they have been extremely supportive. Both students and parents work together with teachers to ensure a successful school year. As a new staff member it has been my honor to share with people that I work at such a kind hearted, friendly school.- Laura Gittleman

Teaching at Hillel is like working with family. Teachers and staff alike smile when they greet you and enjoy lunching together in the teacher’s lounge. Each student is like one of our children and we feel responsible to make sure we are doing our very best to help them reach their full potential. The PTO lunches are awesome and make the teachers feel so special as well. Overall it is the warm environment that makes me love teaching at Hillel. - Janis Segal

1. I can pray with my students everyday day and thank G-d for giving us another day.2. I can teach collaboratively with amazing, creative and talented colleagues.3. I am greeted with a smile by everyone.4. I am fortunate to meet and know so many parents who share the same values as I do.5. I am included in the Hillel community that cares about me.6. I am given the opportunity to enrich and make a difference in my students’ lives.7. I am blessed to play a part in the mission of the Jewish people.- Adina Levin

To see the students’ look on their faces, their pride and and self satisfaction as they grasp these new concepts is fulfilling. Teaching is the art of introducing the raw material to the students and watching them form a beautiful creation. I truly enjoy what I do and I get overwhelming satisfaction helping them mold new ideas.- Hana Levy

Teaching at Hillel is beyond compare. Where else can you walk into a first grade room and see the students engaged in Hebrew writing and listen to them following their new Hebrew teacher’s directions in Hebrew? I am amazed at the wealth of their knowledge after only one month of school. Hillel puts together a recipe that contains love, knowledge, patience, and empathy toward others. If only we could share this confection with the world! - Carol Fridson

Everyone at Hillel is warm and inviting. From the first day I walked into the building as a guest teacher to today, as a member of the teaching staff, I am in awe of the sense of family everyone has for each other. I can feel our mission statement - it’s like everyone is walking around living it. I especially feel the warm and engaging environment. Thanks to the entire staff for helping to make my transition to Hillel so easy!- Gail Dvorkin

I love teaching at Hillel because I am able to touch young lives from ECC through the eighth grade! I also enjoy the challenge of having to “shift gears” in my approach to teaching health and physical education across the age spectrum. Hillel continues to be supportive of creative ideas and curriculum additions, which I respect and appreciate, as a teacher.- Nancy Croitori

“It warms my heart to be part of young children’s lives,watching them grow and thrive”- Jodi Schaefer

Hillel is deeply rooted in years of excellence in Jewish education while still always thirsting for vibrant new ideas and approaches to teaching our students most effectively. I love teaching with a team that has both a strong foundation of experience AND a passion for further learning and development. - Ariel Wolgel

“What a meaningful environment, where values are an intrinsic part of every classroom”- Susan Shlom

I love teaching at Hillel because at Hillel each and every child matters and is cared for in a personalized way!- Joan Freedman

I love teaching at Hillel because I love being a part of the history and legacy of the school. Being able to continue the tradition of providing our children with a great secular and Jewish education is so rewarding. I loved my time as a Hillel student and love to see my students feeling the same.- Tami Brown

Annual Campaign


SuPPOrT THE HiLLEL DAy SCHOOL AnnuAL CAMPAignby Cheryl Schanes

your gIfT. THeIr fuTure.

Fashion Show FASHiOn SHOw

At Hillel Day School we are proud of our mission: To deliver an

outstanding general and Jewish Education to Jewish children

from pre-school through eighth grade, while inspiring a

passion for learning, responsibility to self and community, and

devotion to Jewish living in a warm and engaging environment.

This year, money raised through the Annual Fund allows

Hillel Day School to provide tuition assistance to 54% of our

students. Your gift allows children to enroll and re-enroll at

Hillel who might otherwise not be able to do so. Without

your gift, one out of every two desks at Hillel Day School would

be empty.

Your gift allows Hillel Day School to maintain small class

sizes, give personal attention to students, and utilize

state-of-the art educational technology, while offering

programs and activities that educate and inspire children.

In order to have a successful Annual Fund Campaign, we rely

on support from parents, faculty, staff, alumni, grandparents

and friends. Your gift to the Annual Fund will make an

impact. Your gift is an investment in the education of every

child at Hillel, and an investment in our community’s future.

Please go to www.hillelday.org to make your pledge today,

or call the Advancement Office at 248-851-6950.

Thank you for participating.

Honoreeswe Are THrILLed To AnnounCe THIs yeAr’s Honorees

LAdIes enJoy A nIgHT ouT AT THeHILLeL fAsHIon eVenT

The 2012 dream Maker Award Honorees - The Tapper family Susan and Howard, Marla Tapper Young and Brian Young, Leora and Mark and Steven, Julia, Shayna and Alex.

We are excited to be honoring the entire family and across generations including both the parents and their children, alumni of the school. The Tapper family has been a huge supporter of the school. Howard Tapper is a past President of the Board and Marla currently serves on the Board. 2012 rabbi Jacob (z”l) segal Award Honorees - Jodi and rob goodman. Rob is a past President of the Board and Jodi also devoted much of her time serving on committees and helping to advance the mission of the school. Jodi and Rob have also been huge supporters both in time devoted to serving the school as well as through tzedakah.

HOnOrEES

Golf Classic


STEVEn ZACk MEMOriAL gOLF CLASSiCby Cheryl Schanes

Thank you to the following sponsors who helped make the Steven Zack Memorial Golf Classic a huge success. All proceeds raised from the event go to support tuition assistance.

event sponsor

LSG Insurance Partners

platinum sponsor

Becky and Gary Sakwa

dinner sponsor

Michigan Institute of Urology

Dr. Jim Relle, Dr. Mitchell Hollander,

Dr. Brian Seifman

Lunch sponsor

Amy and Eric Grosinger

GLE Scrap Metal

raffle sponsor

Gries Jewelers

Somerset Collection

Tournament sponsors

Robyn and Bob Canvasser

Dembs Roth Gyselinck Construction Co.

Global Commercial Credit

Hillel Day School PTO

H.W.Kaufman Financial Group/ Burns & Wilcox

Robyn and Mitch Presser

Sav-On Efros Drugs

Susan and Larry Slabotsky

The Farber & Roth Families

Sylvia and Randy Wolf

Hole Sponsor

Advanced Facility Services

Amerisure Insurance

Arthur J. Gallagher

Karen and Jim Berger

Beta Steel

Brooks Financial

Comerica Bank

Corporate Cleaning Group

Famous Daves

Frank, Hirsch, Subelsky & Freedman, PC

Goldman Sachs

Donna and Irwin Goren

Steven Goren and Valerie Schanes

Goodman Acker PC

Karen Jacobson

Michelle and Bowie Jacobson

Hiller’s Markets

Levin and Teper Families

Kim and Ken Levin

Keith Lewis

Todd Preston – LSG Insurance

Lash Rubin Orthodontics

Lesly and Andy Sallan

RCO Engineering

Schechter Wealth Strategies

Schostak Family

Sam and Nancy Shamie & Family

Rebecca Boylan and Thomas Sidlik

Travelers Insurance Co.

The Bottle Crew

Vision AHC LLC

Warren Prescriptions

Maxine Weinberg of Gateway Travel

Willoway Day Camp

donations

Glassman Auto Group

Carls Golfland

Guys N Gals

Jax Car Wash

Plum Market

Rear Ends

Sundance Shoes

The Shirt Box

The Tennis & Golf Company

Parent Involvement


Our PTO iS uniquEby Robbie Sherman

our fAMILy-To-fAMILy TeAM

The Hillel Day School PTO has been hard at work this year implementing a new lunch program and a new system of parent grade chairpersons, along with our traditional holiday celebrations and fundraising opportunities.

Hillel Day School’s PTO is unique. Our PTO is responsible for a tremendous amount of programming and enrichment: holiday celebrations, special events, lunch service, sporting events, and field trips. With that comes the need for many more volunteers—and here, we have faced real challenges. In more and more of our households, both parents are working, and so our volunteer base has continued to shrink, yet we still need to provide our students and teachers with the same wonderful programs and celebrations we have had in the past.

Nothing is as rewarding as being a parent volunteer. The value of volunteering is not measured by the amount of time you can give to the school, but by the smile on your child’s face when they see you here, the friendships you make with other parents, and the relationships you build with the teachers who begin recognizing you. Volunteers are special! We would like to extend a personal invitation to every parent to help at an upcoming event or holiday celebration. If you work outside the home, we can find opportunities around your work schedule—and with our new family programs, we can offer opportunities both in the evening and on Sundays. So far this year we have organized several successful events and fundraisers. Below is a summary of our hard work.

1. Our Family-to-Family team worked hard to welcome all new students and their families to the school. They are working on a Family Bingo Night for the whole school community.

2. Magazine sales really took off. Even though relatively few parents participated, we still managed to raise close to $1,000 for upcoming PTO events. Magazines can be ordered anytime throughout the year, with credit going to Hillel Day School; just

go to www.qsp.com to order your magazines or renew your subscriptions.

3. Cookie dough and Entertainment Book sales went better than expected! We offered two $250 Target gift cards as prizes for students who sold the most, and we were able to raise well over $2,000 during these sales.

4. Box Top collections continue to be a huge success. Our fall collection is complete, and now we look forward to our big spring collection. It is always fun for the students to see which grade brings in the most box tops! Watch for contest details.

5. Our Holiday Committee has been hard at work providing apples and honey on Rosh Hashanah, overseeing the Sukkah decorating party, providing volunteers to distribute snacks to our children when they visited the Sukkah and we will continue to provide treats throughout the year—for Hanukkah, Tu Bi-Sh’vat, and Purim. We will facilitate the sale, assembly and delivery of the Purim baskets for the staff, and prepare all the supplies for our wonderful Model Seders.

6. New this year, we have introduced Parent Grade Chairs. These dedicated parents are hard at work creating a sense of community and building relationships among parents in each grade, and they will be planning wonderful grade-level events throughout the school year. 7. Hillel Day School PTO proudly sponsors special events such as the first grade Siddur Party, the second grade Torah Party, the third grade Havdalah Program, and the fourth grade Rosh Hodesh celebration.

8. Our biggest challenge this year has been implementing a new lunch program. We heard the requests for a healthy lunch program, and have begun providing onsite catering to our students, teachers and staff. We hit a few bumps in the road in the beginning, but our program is running smoothly now and seems to be a huge success. We look forward to growing our program over the next year, with the implementation of a full service salad bar and the possibility of offering carry-out meals to our parents and staff.


Class NotesCLASS nOTES winTEr 2011

david Herskovic (class of 1992) and his wife, Natalie, announce the birth of their daughter, Jordyn Phoebe, born October 3, 2011. Jordyn was also welcomed home by big sister Abigail and big brother Isiah.

Adam schwartz (class of 1992) is a writer on the Disney Show, So Random, along with Josh Herman (class of 1992)

Adam shlom (class of 1993) married Michal Newman (class of 1996) on Sunday, October 16, 2011 at Adat Shalom Synagogue. Adam is the business/marketing manager for a dental practice and Michal works for Jewish Family Services in the Healthy Start Program. Adam and Michal reside in Royal Oak, MI.

Jordon steinway (class of 1993) and his wife Julia, welcome the birth of their twins, Eliana Brielle and Jaron Asher, born on August 30, 2011. The family resides in Chicago, IL.

Arianna gordon (Class of 1994) is engaged to marry Stephen Goutman in November 2012 at Temple Israel. Arianna is currently the Director of Education at Temple Israel.

Beth schwartz (class of 1994) is a writer on the new CW show, Hart of Dixie.

Beth (Marcuson) schlussel (class of 1994) and her husband welcomed their first child, Brennan Parker, named in memory of former Hillel Alumni, Benjamin Marcuson and father, Phillip Marcuson. Brennan was born on November 19, 2010. Beth is happily married and approaching her five year wedding anniversary.

evan salama (class of 1995) and his wife Melissa, welcomed their new daughter, Molly Grace, on August 13, 2011.

Michael schostak (class of 1995) and his wife Becca, welcomed their new daughter, Sailor Liat. The family resides in Ohio.

Max sussman (class of 1996), published his first cookbook after college and is doughing away at Roberta’s in New York.

Ayse Michele grossman (Class of 1999) married David Evan Schwartz in November 2011 at Congregation Beth Ahm in West Bloomfield. Alyse earned a bachelor’s of science and master’s degree from the University of Michigan. She is an epidemiologist at MPRO in Farmington Hills.

stefanie (Blechman) shoag (Class of 1999) and her husband Jonathan, announce the birth of their son, Isaac Aaron, born in July 2011.

Jay Kohler (class of 2001) recently received his Master of Civil Engineering Degree from North Carolina State University. He also holds a B.S.E. degree from the University of Michigan and resides in Orlando, FL where he works as a project engineer for Barton Malow Co. and is assigned to work on various projects at Walt Disney World.

simon pinter (class of 2002) was named the 2010 Constantiner Fellowship award winner in the Department of Photography & Imaging at New York University’s Tisch School of Arts. His exhibit, Terminals, 20 Black-and-white underwater photos was on exhibit at the Gulf and Western Gallery December 2011-January 2012.

Kimberly Lemkin (Class of 2003), a graduate of University of Michigan, with a bachelor’s in Neuroscience, is a member of the 2015 Charter Class of Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine.

yossi Lichterman (Class of 2005), is the new editor of the Michigan Daily beginning in January 2012.

Andrew Cahn (Class of 2008), was named Mr. Tennis by The MHSTCA. The Mr. Tennis award is given to the number one senior singles player. Andrew Cahn attends West Bloomfield High School.

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ECC by Robin Pappas, Director Early Childhood Center

Scrap bookTEaChErs’ sCrapbook

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Tributes sent from July 2, 2011 - December 20, 2011

Benny RubenfaerBY: Cheri Dworkis

Steven VictorBY: Susan & David Feber and FamilyBY: Robbie & Scott Sherman

Steven ZackBY: The Miks-Feiner Family

In Honor Of:

Asher Brode’s First Day at HillelAsher Brode’s Third BirthdaySusan & Gerry Chapnick’s Granddaughter’s Bat MitzvahBY: Margi & Morry Opperer

Happy Channukah! Martin & Debra DarvickBY: Elliot Darvick

Dr. George Dean’s 80th BirthdayBY: Reva H. Krause

The Bat Mitzvah of Talya DovasBY: Susan & David Feber

Julie & Brad FeldmanBY: Jackie & Ron Michaelson

Clara Gaba’s new grandchildBY: Pam Smith and Family

Bar Mitzvah of Josh Cohen ArcomoneMargery Jablin’s new grandsonAdam Shlom’s & Michal’s WeddingBY: Garrett & Pam Smith

Bar Mitzvah of Aidin HorwitzBY: Stanley Ring (Grandpa)

Nancy Levy’s BirthdayBY: Cheryl and Steve Schanes

Birth of Lihi MaineBY: Ari Melamed and Family

Engagement of Reuben Maxbauer & Rachel HollanderBY: Michele and Marc Borovoy

The Schlussel FamilyBY: Robyn Presser & Family

Bar Mitzvah of Alex ShulmanBY: Jules Altman & Audrey Edelheit

Trudy and Arthur Weiss’ new grandchildBar Mitzvah of Josh and Blake ZackBY: Michelle & Bowie Jacobson and Family

GENERAL TRIBUTESIn Memory Of:

Daniel AppBY: Pam & Randy SmithSharon BrownBeverly Ersher

TORAH TRIBUTESIn Memory Of:

Edith RosenbergBY: Milton Feldberg

Eugene (Gene) RottmanBY: Lisa, Dan, Jason, Adam & Rachel Weiner

Talia Weltman-Cisneros’ GrannyBY: Amy, Adam, Asher & Elie Brode

In Honor Of:

Bob Canvasser on becoming HDS’s PresidentBY: Beverly & Robert Canvasser

Nathan HarpazBY: Dana Locniskar

Marilyn Mossman’s BirthdayBY: Frances & David Grossman

GENEROUS TRIBUTESIn Memory Of:

Shirley RadinBY: Andrea & Jay Levin

Edith RosenbergBY: Nancy & William EdmundsBY: Edie & Donald Slotkin

In Honor Of:

Bat Mitzvah of Ilana WeinfeldBY: Michelle & Bowie Jacobson and Family

DOUBLE CHAI TRIBUTESIn Memory Of:

Frank BaschBY: Ela & Kevin Homer

Zelik LeibovitchBY: Marcia & Art Mauch

Edith RosenbergBY: Pola & Howard Freedman

Eugene RottmanBY: Nancy & Jeffrey Adler, Mitch, Eden & Jesse

In Honor Of:

Elliott Baum’s BirthdayBY: Darlene Ross

Bob Canvasser’s Presidency at Hillel Day SchoolBY: Nita & Allan Cohen

Marriage of Renae & Ronen MeirBY: Robyn & Bob Canvasser

Dr. Sheldon Schwartz’s BirthdayBY: Cheri Dworkis & Bill Rubenfaer

CHAI TRIBUTESIn Memory Of:

Frank BaschBY: Clara GabaBY: Rivka SchuchmanBY: Robbie & Scott ShermanBY: Mark, Ellyn, Emery & Andrew Weiss

Seymour BrossBY: The Stearn Family

Sharon BrownBY: Sheryl & Milt Gordon

Doris HarrisBY: Ross, Samantha & Tatum Partrich

Sarah GrinwaldZiva MakogonBY: Pam & Randy Smith

Zelik LeibovitchBY: Laynie, Michael, Sara, Brian & Leah LangnasBY: The Miks-Feiner Family

Barbara Levitt’s, BillyBY: Rose Rita & Sheldon Goldman

Dylon MadgyBY: Helene, Leslie, Daniel & Erinn Kohn

Corrinne MargolisBY: Denise, Fred & Matthew Kalt

Jackie MenuckBY: Jennifer & Todd Kroll and FamilyBY: Laynie & Michael LangnasBY: The Miks-Feiner FamilyBY: Kelly & David Victor

Sharon BrownLouis KleinJackie MenuckRenee RochlinEdith RosenbergSteven VictorBY: The Blumenstein Family

Edith RosenbergBY: Sharyl & Alan AckermanBY: Susan Knoppow & David Saperstein and FamilyBY: Lily Liss and FamilyBY: Cheryl & Steve SchanesBY: The Vieder FamilyBY: Leonard Zucker

Renee RochlinBY: The Garon Family

Eugene RottmanBY: Jules Altman & Audrey EdelheitBY: Cindy & Michael GerstenBY: Lisa & Marc MendelsonBY: Kathleen & Ronald Thayer

Edith RosenbergBY: Drs. Ellen Folbe & David Grey

Seymour BrossJacqueline MenuckBY: Jordana Weiss and the boys

Linda JablinBY: Margery Jablin

Frank BaschRabbi Sherman KirschnerBertha KirznerZelig LeibovitchJacqueline MenuckEugene RottmanBY: Kimberly & Kenneth Levin

Louis KleinBY: Lyn, Josh & Ben Klein

Jeff CamienerBernice KramerDylon MadgyHoward RiceLester SatovskyIrwin TimenHelen WeissBY: Amy & Jeff Schlussel and Family

Phyllis LitwakBY: Marlene & Leon Cogan

Jackie MenuckBY: Deborah Stein

Sarah RibiatBY: Gail & Louis Dvorkin

Edith RosenbergBY: Jody & Ari Charlip

Roslyn ShipkoBY: Elaine & Jacques Darmon

Steven VictorBY: Elaine & Jacques DarmonBY: Steve, Julie, Brad & Scott Schlafer

In Honor Of:

Penny BlumensteinBY: Cheryl & Steven Schanes

Elana AdlerCarol FridsonBY: Annise & David Goodman

Birth of Mia & Cailey LevineBirth of Mia RabinBY: Amy & Jeff Schlussel and Family

50th Anniversary of Lucy & Mike LetwinskiBY: Marlene & Leon Cogan

Birth of Margery Jablin’s new grandsonBY: Jordana Weiss and the boys

Rabbi Joseph and Susan KrakoffBY: Drs. Ellen Folbe & David Grey

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Marriage of Renae & Ronen MeirBY: Phyllis & Bob Pilcowitz and Family

B’nai Mitzvah of Blake & Joshua ZackBY: Elaine & Jacques Darmon

Speedy Recovery To:

Mitch MondryBY: Elaine & Jacques Darmon

Jodi & Bella Rosenberg’s mom/grandmaBY: Pam & Randy Smith

THE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERIn Memory Of:

Liz ClarkBY: The Roseman Family

Beverly Janeen KoppenhoferBY: Karen & Keith Rosen

Eleanor RosenBY: Lily Liss and Family

Eleanor RosenEdith RosenbergBY: Todd, Rachel, Ari & Talia Matzkin-Bridger

Mrs. SingerBY: Becky & Marc Melamed

In Honor Of:

Katie Cohen’s WeddingBY: Becky MelamedBY: The Children of Room 29 and Families

Linda JacobsonBY: Robin Pappas

Marriage of Katie Feldman & David KurzmannMarriage of Scott & Andrea LoebBY: Robin Pappas & David Pappas

Bar Mitzvah of Jacob McCurryBY: Bobbie & Shel Green

Birth of Zachary Finn MillmanBY: Randi CoopermanBY: Scott, Shauna, Lily & Hannah SchwartzBY: Helayne Shaw

Birth of Eliana & Jaron SteinwayBY: Karin & Barry Steinway

B’nai Mitzavh of Blake & Joshua ZackBY: Susan & David Feber

Speedy Recovery To:

Alice MillerBY: Joni & Alan Feldman

Alan NachmanBY: Robin Pappas

THE MORRIS D. BAKER LIBRARY FUNDIn Memory Of:

Jocelyn GoldHarold KlauMichael TolanBeverly WeingardenBY: Beverly Baker

Jackie MenuckBY: Robbie & Scott Sherman and Debbie & Eric Miller

Gene RottmanBY: Judith Mendelson

In Honor Of:

B’nai Mitzvah of Sydney and Ira BrownBY: Hilary, Larry, Jakey & Nicolette Handler

Marriage of Katie Blender & Michael SternBY: Marsha & Marvin Trimas

THE MORRY & MARCIA BEDNARSH FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Michael BerkeSharon BrownMilton FishmanAaron GoffBY: Marcia & Morry Bednarsh THE BLECHMAN SCIENCE FUNDIn Memory Of:

Jeff CamienerBY: Hilary (Zales) & Larry Handler

Scott Eric RosenBY: Sharon (Blechman) & Marty Gene

THE BLUESTONE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Suzanne BrooksSharon BrownIrving LakerJodie Weiss’s FatherBY: Eleanor Bluestone

In Honor Of:Wishing Lillian Erdeljan a Happy New YearBY: Eleanor Bluestone Speedy Recovery To:

Lillian ErdeljanBY: Eleanor Bluestone

THE DINA AND HERMAN BRODSKY SCHOLARSHIP FUNDSpeedy Recovery To:

Dina BrodskyBY: Linda & Harold Friedman and Family

THE COHN, MAGY, HADDOW, FAMILY MUSICAL INSTRUMENT FUNDIn Memory Of:

Rena BardensteinBeverly WeingardenBY: Joanna, Jay, Jon, Julia, Jacob & Josh Abramson Ruth KowalBY: Hilary & Larry Handler

THE SADIE COHEN PLAYGROUND FUNDIn Memory Of:

Barbara BockoffBY: Hilary & Larry Handler

THE JACK CRANIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Shari Stein’s GrandmotherBY: Jodi, Scott, Mara & Jordyn Cranis

In Honor Of:

Allen Beckerman’s BirthdayBY: Jodi, Scott, Mara & Jordyn Cranis

THE WALTER CYKIERT MEMORIAL HOLOCAUST EDUCATION FUNDIn Memory Of:

Sherman BeckerBY: Stuart Cykiert

THE SHERI TRAISON DEVRIES, PH.D. SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Frank BaschMandel ChudnowHelen DevriesBY: Janice, Steve, Liz, Rebecca & Randi Traison

Helen DevriesBY: Rosalie & Bruce Rosen

Dr. Kalman GoldHertzel LenchnerRobert RittmanRita TerebeloBY: Barbara & Larry Traison

Sheri Traison’s BirthdayBY: Gerri & Buddy Sollish

In Honor Of:Marriage of Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Aaron’s Grandson60th Anniversary of Ann & Leonard Baruch Leonard Baruch’s Birthday20th Anniversary of Dr. & Mrs. David StulbergBY: Barbara & Larry Traison

Barbara TraisonBY: Sandra BermanBY: Marjorie KrasnickBY: Barbara WeisbergBY: Rochelle Weitzman

Bat Mitzvah of Randi TraisonBY: Eleanor & Marty Garfinkel

THE PHILIP A. DISKIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Barbara Berlin’s sister-in-lawEarle KannersJackie MenuckBeverly WeingardenBY: Dorothy Diskin

Gary GreisdorfBY: Amy & Eric Grosinger

Michael ZagerBY: Cindy & Jeffrey Diskin and Family

Yahrzeit Of:

Al DiskinIrving DiskinPhilip DiskinBY: Dorothy Diskin

In Honor Of:

Anniversary of Dr. and Mrs. Marc BorovoyEngagement of Shira Goldberg & Jared BoschanEngagement of David Kurzman & Katie Feldman Engagement of Jeremy Pappas & Abbie Rose FaginAnniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce GarelikB’nai Mitzvah of Adam & Michael LutzEngagement of Adam ViederEngagement of Brooke WeismanBY: Cindy & Jeffrey Diskin and Family

THE BELLE EISENBERG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Louis AltmanRenee RochlinRoslyn ShipkoSteven VictorBY: Robin, Leo, Max, Anna & Louis Eisenberg

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THE DOLORES AND LEONARD FARBER SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Daniel AppEllyn Charlupski’s motherEarle KannersBarbara MattilaAlita Rossen’s brotherDan Schwartz’s mother-in-lawBY: Robin Rosen

In Honor Of:

Nancy Croitori’s new grandchildMarriage of David Kurzmann & Katie FeldmanMargery Jablin’s new grandchildMarriage of Alan MillmanBY: Robin Rosen

Engagement of Reuben Maxbauer and RachelBY: Michelle & Bowie JacobsonBY: Nancy & Jeffrey Adler

THE MITCHELL FELDMAN INSERVICE TRAINING FUNDIn Honor Of:

Clara GabaBY: Laura & Chuck Goldston

THE SOPHIE (Z’L) AND MAX FISCHEL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Helen Mae DevriesGloria FrankfurtJeanette GrossHoward LazarusCorinne MargolisRenee RochlinGene RottmanRoslyn ShipkoBeverly WeingardenBY: Barbara, Irvin, Brandon & Michelle Kappy

In Honor Of:

60th Anniversary of Ann & Leonard BaruchLeonard Baruch’s Special BirthdayBar Mitzvah of Brett Gonte Mark Haron’s 60th BirthdayIsaac Aaron ShoagBat Mitzvah of Randi TraisonBat Mitzvah of Ilana WeinfeldBY: Barbara, Irvin, Brandon & Michelle Kappy

THE RONA AND HERBERT FREEDLAND FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTSIn Memory Of:

Liz ClarkBY: Jennifer & Stuart Freedland and Family

In Honor Of:

Karen Berger’s 50th BirthdayBY: Stuart Freedland and Family

Ben Canvasser’s GraduationBY: The Robinson Family

Happy Holidays and a Happy Healthy New Year!Barbara Eskin and FamilyDr. Seth Korelitz and FamilyRobin Lash and FamilyAlita Rossen and FamilyBY: Karen, Jim, Hallie, Joshua & Jaclyn Berger

THE RUTH & NATHAN FREEDLAND FUNDIn Honor Of:

Happy Holidays and a Happy Healthy New Year!Rabbi Jonathan Berger and FamilyJosh Cutler and FamilyNicole Miller and FamilyAmalia Poris and FamilySaul Rube and FamilyJessica Stempek and FamilyKatarina Tkac and FamilyDavid Venning and FamilyBY: Karen, Jim, Hallie, Joshua & Jaclyn Berger

THE STUART GUTTENTAG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Alyce A. LevinHoward RiceRenee RochlinEsther SchwartzBY: Elyse & Jerome L. Schostak

In Honor Of:

Lillian Schostak’s 60thBY: Elyse & Jerome L. Schostak

THE STANLEY ICZKOVITZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Lillian FriedmanBY: Bonnie, Mark, Becca & David Kowalsky

ISAACS CHILDRENS AUTHOR FUNDIn Memory Of:

Beverly WeingardenBY: The Roseman Family

In Honor Of:

Birth of Zachary FinnBY: The Roseman Family

THE FAY C. KANAR MEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory Of:

Dr. Michael BerkeBY: Rosalie Gold

THE KAUFMAN FAMILY ATHLETIC AND ENRICHMENT FUNDIn Memory Of:

Nechama Goldberg’s MotherBY: Alita Rossen

Doris HarrisBY: Orbuch & Jankelovitz Family

Ziva MakogonBY: Eden, Kevin, Skylar & Zachary Elbinger

Alita Rossen’s brother JerryBY: Nancy Croitori & Ceil GingerBY: Katarina TkacBY: Karin & Barry Steinway

Mae SchwartzBY: Hilary & Larry Handler

In Honor Of:

Bar Mitzvah of Max EfrosBY: Hilary & Larry Handler

Julie & Brad FeldmanMr. and Mrs. Alan Kaufman’s grandchild, Ella SophieDanny for passing the Bar ExamBY: Sheri & David Jaffa

Speedy Recovery To:

Lil KaufmanBY: Sheri & David Jaffa

THE JUDGE GEORGE AND MRS. JENNIE KENT ENDOWMENT FUNDIn Memory Of:

Frances FisherEthel NolishBY: Beverly Kent & Mickey Goldberg

Arleen MillerKenneth MorrisMarvin SageBY: Carol Kent & Ariel Gluckson

In Honor Of:Bat Mitzvah of Caitlyn DzuibaJacob Edelson’s BirthdayGerald GachMichael HepnerSam Kent’s GraduationMarriage of Justin Lerner & Christina GardinerAnna & Yale LevinJacob Martin’s BirthdayBY: Beverly, Mickey, Etai, Caroline, Oren & Ariel Goldberg

Michael GoldenbergBY: Susie & Steven Rabinovitz

Sam Kent’s GraduationBY: Carol Kent & Ariel Gluckson

Speedy Recovery To:

Ashley IsraelBY: Beverly Kent & Mickey Goldberg

THE EDITH AND LARRY KOWALSKY MORNING MINYAN FUNDIn Memory of:

Sol MilanEleanor RosenBY: Julie & Jeff Kowalsky

Saul SteinBY: Elana Burnstein Weisberg and Family

In Honor Of: Dennis Blender’s 60th BirthdayBY: Bonnie, Mark, Becca & David Kowalsky

THE MAYME LAWSON SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Edith RosenbergBY: Rachel & Dan Shere

In Honor Of:

Pearl Baum’s BirthdayJudy Lawson’s BirthdayAllan Pincus’s BirthdayDeanna Pincus’s BirthdayBY: Victor Lawson

THE MILGROM FAMILY MUSIC FUNDIn Memory Of:

Beverly ErsherBY: Hillary (Zales) & Larry Handler

In Honor Of:

Cheryl SchanesBY: Joanna Abramson

THE MIKE AND MARY MUST CULTURAL EVENTS FUNDIn Memory Of:

Ellen GreenbaumGary GreisdorfWalter JacobyAaron ShermanLawrence WarrenBY: Madelon & Lou Seligman

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THE BETH NADIS FUNDIn Memory Of:

Seymour BrossBY: Howie Lupovitch, Marni Foster, Dahvi & Hanna Lupovitch

THE EVAN TYLER OTIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Ellen GreenbaumEsther SingerBY: Bonnie & David Otis

Hyman StollmanBY: The Faudem Family

Lawrence WarrenBY: Gladys AllenBY: Julie & Ernest BackalarBY: Susan BeauvaisBY: Paulette BrownBY: Sharon & Paul ChupackBY: Carol Sue, Steve, & Jonathan CodenBY: Debbie, Michael, Evan Cohen & Andy PassBY: Robert & Wendy FarrellBY: Shari & Stanley FinsilverBY: Judy & Sheldon GoldBY: Kim & John HartBY: Judy & Burt IsaacBY: Lauren & Paul JacksonBY: Barbara & Philip KraftBY: Lesley & Jay KutinskyBY: Terran & Roger LeemisBY: Ruth LetvinBY: Susan & Bob LevineBY: Myra & Larry MortonBY: Kristine & Steve MillerBY: Doreen & Nison SabinBY: Faye SalinskyBY: Leonard, Peter & Matthew SchwartzBY: Marlene & Michael SwarinBY: Lynn & Stan TrompeterBY: Barbara & Irving TukelBY: Fran & Dr. Jerry UzanskyBY: Denise Ward &Howard LaZarusBY: Nancy Faudem

In Honor Of:

Phyllis and Martin Abel’s special Anniversary and Menorah Dedication to The ShulBY: Nancy Faudem

Gertrude Rosen’s Special BirthdayBY: Bonnie & David Otis

THE JAYNE RUDY SCHOSTAK MEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory Of:

Roslyn ShipkoBY: Lisa & Gary Shiffman, Matthew, Alex and Adam

Evelyn BerlinHerman CannerAllan EpsteinLois FisherRichard HamburgerHoward LazarusRenee RochlinLester SatovskySteven VictorBeverly WeingardenBY: Nancy & Bobby Schostak and Family

In Honor Of:

Jeffrey & Rachel’s engagementBY: Michelle & Bowie Jacobson and Family

Jeffrey & Rachel’s engagementThe marriage of Robert ScherBY: Lois & Mark Shaevsky

Lauren & Sam BienenstockAnniversary of Juliette and Eddie JonnaMr. and Mrs. Alan Kaufman’s grandchild, Ella SophieMarriage of Phyllis & Sheldon LoewensteinDr. & Mrs. Peter Siegel’s Humanitarian Service Award from Magen DavidMr. and Mrs. Mark Vieder’s WeddingBY: Nancy, Bobby, Michael, Becca, Olive, Jeffrey & Jody Schostak

Asher Tilchin’s BirthdayBY: Marilyn & Larry Katz

THE ROSALYN AND RUDOLPH SHULMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Honor Of:

Asher Tilchin’s Special BirthdayBY: Sharon & Jerry Knoppow

THE CHARLOTTE TESSLER FUND FOR ALUMNI AFFAIRSIn Memory Of:

Tom Apple’s BrotherPhyllis Horowitz’s Mother

David Wochtenhum’s MotherBY: Ruth Tessler & Stuart Zisholtz

Bader Family’s GrandmotherJon Cope’s Grandmother

Marlene Engelhart’s FatherHarvey JosephMolly KlapperDoris LeverGertrude LevineMichael Lieb’s MotherRaviv Family’s GrandmotherEmily Katz Shapiro’s FatherToby Weiss’s MotherBY: Rabbi Asher, Rachel, Shayna, Cara, Judah and Gideon Lopatin

Fani AdelsbergRenah BardensteinLouis BelletEvelyn BerlinMyron BordmanSharon BrownHelen Mae DevriesHoney FriedmanRobert GalinMorton GoldbergerDoris Lever HarrisBenjamin KaplanMichael KenwoodBertha KirznerBernice KramerMiriam LengelJacqueline MenuckMiriam RoseRobert SchwartzWalter SieglerMarilyn SirokaDr. Lawrence SpicklerRita TerebeloBeverly WeingardenShari YarsikeMarsha ZuckerBY: Warren Tessler

In Honor Of:

Birth of Milo Nash Rothberger60th Anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Asa ShapiroBirth of Dr. & Mrs. Barry Zisholtz’s granddaughterBY: Warren Tessler

Speedy Recovery To:

Judith BlusteinBY: Warren Tessler

FLOYD TUKEL M.D. MEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory Of:

Sharon BrownLester SatovskyEthel WardBY: Gail Tukel

THE KAREN WALDMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Memory Of:

Lillian FriedmanBY: Sylvia & Shiela Gavin ZIVIAN & ZWICKI FAMILY G’MILUT CHASADIM FUNDIn Memory Of:

Frances FisherBY: Etta B. Zivian

Beverly WeingardenBY: Sara Zwicki

In Honor Of:

60th Anniversary of Arlene & David MargolinDavid Margolin’s 85th BirthdayBY: Etta B. Zivian

Marriage of Rachel GrossmanAnniversary of Sharon & Shel RocklinMarriage of Alyse & David SchwartzBY: Sara Zwicki

This Summer, join us at Hillel’s special nature garden, outdoor areas,

and all the wonderful playgrounds

and fields.Weekl y activities

include art, water play, nature walks,

cooking, sports, science, travel, bugs,

in-camp field trips, and so much more.

Winter 2012 Choref 5772 |

Divrei Hillel

For more information, contact Robin Pappas, Director of Early Childhood Center

at 248-539-1489 or [email protected]

4 Sessions - 2 weeks each8 full weeks of fun with flexi ble

scheduling for Campers 2-5 years old.

Before and After Care available (if a minimum number of children sign up)

Full and half day options available.


HEAD OF SCHOOLSteve Freedman

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICERGary M. Izor

ASSISTANT HEAD OF SCHOOLJoanne Sokol

DIRECTOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERRobin Pappas

K-4 DIVISION HEADJordana Weiss

5/6 AND 7/8 DIVISION HEADAlita Rossen

DEAN OF JUDAIC STUDIESSaul A. Rube

RABBI IN RESIDENCEJonathan Berger

DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONAmy Schlussel

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENTCheryl Schanes

DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGYMarilyn Mossman

BOARD OF TRUSTEESBob Canvasser, PresidentAlan Kaufman, 1st Vice PresidentBrad Feldman, 2nd Vice PresidentTodd Fink, TreasurerSusan Knoppow, SecretaryNancy Adler, Past President

MEMBERS AT LARGERichard BlumensteinEric BronsteinEthan DavidsonDavid FeberBrad FeldmanAmy GottliebEllen Folbe GreyLowell FriedmanBeverly LissMichele SaulsonLarry SlabotskyKelly VictorSylvia WolfMaria Tapper Young

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSSchool Office ……………. 248-851-3220Attendance Line ………. . . . 248-539-1321Advancement Office………. 248-851- 6950

See Hillel in Action tourTuesday, February 28, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.

For more information, contact Amy Schlussel.

248-539-1484 • [email protected]

Leadership Circle Reception Tuesday, March 27, 2012

For more information, contact Cheryl Schanes.


Israel’s 64th BirthdayJoin us in celebration of

Israel’s 64th Birthday at our annual Yom HaAtzmaut Festival on

Thursday, April 26, 2012 3:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Rain or Shine

For more information, contact Melanie Weber.


Annual Dream Maker Dinner Honoring The Tapper Family and

Jodi & Robert Goodman, Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at

Congregation Shaarey Zedek For more information,

contact Cheryl Schanes.248-539-1488 • [email protected]

ChairpersonsAmy GrosingerSteven Zack

CommitteeBob Canvasser

Dan CherrinDan Diskin

Barry GoodmanMitch PresserAndy SallanSylvia Wolf

and the Goldman-Hermelin Education Foundation at the Schostak Family Campus

The Mala and Henry Dorfman Elementary School

th15Annual Golf Classic

H I L L E L D AY S C H O O L

and the Goldman-Hermelin Education Foundation at the Schostak Family CampusThe Mala and Henry Dorfman Elementary School

32200 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-1715tel (248) 851-3220 • fax (248) 851-5095 • www.hillelday.org

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- Psalms (Tehillim) 119:99

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