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YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH
FAMILY ALBUM
VOLUME 9
NUMBER 19
FEBRUARY 27, 2015
CANDLE LIGHTING 5:25 PM
8 ADAR 5775
Dvar Torah— Megillat Esther
Mark your calendar!
G. O. Melava Malka
“Mystery & Illusion”Show
Laser-Tag Maze
This Motzei Shabbat
Parshat Tetzaveh, 2/28
Super Raffle 2015
1st Prize— XBOX One
2nd Prize— Beats Headphones
3rd Prize— $50 Gift Card
See flier attached
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This Sunday, 3/1
NO CLASSES
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Tuesday, 3/3
Science Expo 2015
(Grades 5-8)
Parents invited
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Wednesday, 3/4
Taanit Esther
FRIDAY SCHEDULE
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Thursday-Sunday,
3/5-3/8
Purim/Shushan Purim
NO SCHOOL
Upon hearing Haman’s and Achashverosh’s evil decree to annihilate the Jewish people, Mordechai
immediately donned sackcloth and cried out to Hashem, imploring Him to save the Jews from extermination.
One can easily imagine the urgency that gripped Mordechai as he beseeched Hashem to rescue His chosen
people. Haman’s “final solution”is now law, and the Jewish nation is doomed. Mordechai’s fervent, heartfelt t’fillot arose to the heavenly throne. There is clearly only one to turn to: Aveinu She’ba Shmayim.
Yet, suddenly the tide begins to turn, and one sleepless night Achashverosh is reminded of the courageous deed that saved the King’s life. Haman, of all people, is forced to bathe, groom, dress and parade this
hated enemy, Mordechai, through the streets of Shushan on the Royal horse and proclaim Mordechai’s greatness. Mordechai’s fortune and that of the Jewish people is on the rise, and Haman’s future is ominous and
foreboding. With the tables turned dramatically, and where a bright ray of hope now shines where gloom
used to be, what does Mordechai do? “And Mordechai returns to the gate”(Esther 6:12). Mordechai did not
become more secure in his new glory, nor did he lower the intensity of his t’fillot to Hashem.
Can a person who has received a clear sign of victory through divine intervention still maintain the
same feeling of desperation and pain that he previously experienced in the darkest, bleak moments of his life?
Besides the natural emotional tendencies of the human being to relax and feel secure once things seem to be
“in the bag”, there is an intellectual argument to consider. Does one really need to pray with such fervor once
he sees the beginning of his redemption? Does a sick person need to pour his heart out in prayer even after he
has recovered?
From Mordechai we see the proper approach to t’fillah. No matter how secure one feels, no matter
how healthy, successful, strong, and blessed we may be, we should not feel different than the desolate and
desperate person. Our prayers should reflect the appreciation that the happiness we enjoy every second of our
lives depends on the constant infusion of Hashem’s kindness and compassion. Nothing can be taken for
granted, even the breath of life itself. It was Mordechai’s understanding of this truth that enabled him to return to his t’fillot with the same intensity and urgency as before.
If we realize our complete dependency on our Creator, and that the continual flow of Hashem’s
mercy sustains us with kindness even when we don’t deserve it, this will elevate our t’fillot to the level of
Mordechai’s.
A Freilichin Purim to the Entire YDH Family!
From the Desk of Mrs. Sima Schulgasser, Early Childhood Coordinator
With Purim just around the corner, our Pre-School children are learning the laws and Minhagim of this special Chag. The
children know the story and songs and revel in singing the songs and listening to the Purim tale again and again.
In celebration of Purim, the Pre-School took a trip to Bounce U, where they had a fantastic time climbing, jumping and
romping on all the equipment this unique gym has to offer. Our Pre-School joined in the Yeshiva’s Carnival orchestrated by our
Eighth Graders. The children enjoyed the booths, the Bounce and Shoot, and, of course, the nosh provided.
A school Purim Masquerade and party is planned for the week of Purim, with music, stories, nosh and music with dancing all on the agenda.
And then, before we know it, we are on to Pesach; hard to believe how the year is flying by!
PLEASE NOTE !!
We turn our clocks ahead 1 hour to Daylight Savings Time on Sunday, March 8, 2015. Please be
advised that the YDH Calendar, however, does not reflect this change until a few weeks later.
Please adjust your calendars accordingly for Shabbat candle lighting and Havdalah.
From Rabbi Rosenblatt, 8th Grade Rebbi
With Purim round the corner, there is simcha in the 8th Grade Class. This past Shabbat, the 8th Graders enjoyed their Shabbatone.
From swimming on Friday, to visiting Rabbi Chanales on Motzei Shabbat, the fun never stopped. We were privileged to hear Divrei
Torah from Rabbi Grossberg (Friday Night), and Rabbi Milstein (Shalos Seudas). The boys made a great Kiddush Hashem wherever
they went, and the memories will stay with us.
B”H, we have accomplished so much this year. We have finished the First Perek in Makos and are well into the Second Perek. All
Rashis and many Tosfot are also covered. We have also finished Parshat Kedoshim, nearly half of the 39 Melochos Shabbat, and
half of Melachim Alef.
I am proud of what we have done this year, and I look forward to continued success with my nearly graduating (oh, my!) 8th Graders.
“Talmid HaShavuah”- Terumah
Grade 1 —
Grade 2 —
Grade 3 —
Grade 4 —
Grade 5 —
Grade 6 —
Grade 7 —
Grade 8 —
Yaakov Yoel Fridman, Shaya Dov Genut
Shmuel Hofman, Avi Simon
Yakov Bentsur, Eliav Samouha
Yehuda Leib Gelfand
Emanuel Slater
Omer Kopolovitch, Rafi Rosenberg
Joshua Ebbin, Eli Rosenbaum
Abba Levy, Elimelech Stevens
“Student of the Week”- 2/16-2/20
Grade 1 — Shaya Dov Genut
Grade 2 — Ryan Sztulwark
Grade 3 — Dovi Rosenberg
Grade 4 — Meir Hagbi
Grade 5 — Shaul Zaga
Grade 6 — Boruch Deutsch (ELA), Yisroel Hochman
(Sci.)
Grade 7 — Jack Mosseri (ELA), Joshua Blumkin (Sci.)
Grade 8 — Yehoshua Luxenberg (ELA), David
Schildkraut (Sci.)
“Talmid HaChodesh”- Shevat
Grade 1 — Ariel Cahane, Morris Haibi
Grade 2 — Meedor Berkovitch, Yitzchak Yechiel Brand
Grade 3 — Adam Cohen, Mordechai Golshan, Ari
Rosenberg, Yecheskel Silverstein
Grade 4 — Yitzchak Eliezer
Grade 5 — Abie Moskovitz
Grade 6 — Menachem Shtaynberger
Grade 7 — Eli Rosenbaum
Grade 8 — Yaakov Schlamowitz
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Grade 1 —
Grade 2 —
Grade 3 —
Grade 4 —
Grade 5 —
Grade 6 —
Michael Abergil, Avraham Soussan
Avigdor Michoel Berkovitch
Joseph Naim, Yecheskel Silverstein
Gavriel Friedman, Liran Malkoukian
Mathew Amar
Netanel Sabo
Mazal Tov !!
azal Tov to our own YDH Maintenance
Manager, Mr. Yehuda Vayner, upon
becoming a United States Citizen !!
On Monday, some 8th graders and the 9th grade enjoyed a game of basketball at
Aviator. They then had a class on women’
s obligation or lack thereof in the
of
remembering
. It was then capped off with a pizza lunch.
On Tuesday, the High School enjoyed a beautiful skiing trip to Camelback Mountain Resort. The trip was greatly enhanced by travelling in a coach bus. Thank you
to the school and an anonymous donor for sponsoring the bus. Thank you to Mr.
Barnett for coming along and showing us what real skiing is.
During the past couple of weeks, YDHHS students have experienced two very
emotionally charged educational events
First, we merited to hear from Mrs. Tzipora Weiss, an Auschwitz survivor. Mrs.
Weiss enthralled the students for nearly two hours with her miraculous stories of
survival against all odds. She detailed for us her life before World War 2, the suffering and destruction during the Holocaust, and her family’
s growth in America
following the war. The entire student body was spellbound and greatly uplifted by
her story.
Second, we travelled to the new 9/11 Memorial Museum in lower Manhattan.
The museum’
s excellent presentation of the history of the World Trade Center,
from it’
s construction to tragic destruction, moved all of the students. Some were
even teary eyed. Thank you to the chaperones –Mr. Epstein, Mr. Zucker, and
Rabbi Ungar. The school was also joined by YDH President Jake Abilevitz and
our Executive Director Joel Weisblum.
MAZAL TOV!!!
All Talmidei HaChodesh,
Mitpalilei HaChodesh
and Minyannaires:
Bring your bathing
suit and towel on
Friday, February
27th for swimming!!
Grade 2-8 Students and Families are invited to:
The Annual YDH
G.O. Melaveh Malka Extravaganza
(...Of the kids… For the kids…By the kids…)
“Come Celebrate Mystery & Illusion!!!!
February 28, 2015
8:15 PM in the Hoffman Auditorium
Divrei Torah…
Music: Our Very Own Mr. Solomon & Rabbi Warsawsky…
Cuisine: Nosh...Sushi...Egg Rolls...Ice Cream!!!
Entertainment: Sam Jacobs, Master Magician, Illusionist, & Mentalist
will read your mind... Levitate you... and Cut you in Half!!!
Fun Activity: Laser-Tag Maze Competition
Admission: $20 “before”...by Thursday 2/26 (Free raffle ticket included)
$25 “at the door”... (15% discount family of 3+)
Super Raffle ‘15 Tickets: $1 buys 1 ticket, $5 buys 6,
$10 buys 14, and $20 buys 32 !!!
Prizes:
1st Prize - XBOX One Game Console!!!
2nd Prize-Beats Headphones !!!
3rd Prize - $50 Visa Gift Card !!!
Continue to send in your box tops for education. Put them in an envelope with your grade listed on it and have it sent to the Library!
You can find box tops on Kleenex tissues and cereal in addition to many
other products.
Thank you for supporting our school and thank you Morah Shelly for
your help in coordinating this project.
Lillian Eliezer and Malka Husarsky
YDHWO Presidents
YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION
Thank you for your interest in the YDHWO. The Executive Board members are happy to welcome
new volunteers and we are interested in hearing your input. Please complete the following information.
Name:
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What grades are your children in?
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Are you interested in becoming a class mother?
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Email address:
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Telephone Number:
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When are you available to volunteer?
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Which projects are you interested in? (Circle all that apply.) Please note that some have daytime
commitments while others have evening commitments.
Chanukah Boutique
Mishloach Manot
Mother’
s Day Flowers
Plant Sale
Grade – Specific events
BINGO
End-of-the-year Event
Father’
s Day gifts
Supperette
Would you be interested in sponsoring any program? ____________________________________
Do you have any goods or services you would be willing to donate?
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Do you have any suggestions for other programs?
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We are always interested in hearing your suggestions and we look forward to greeting you personally at our next event.
YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION
Dear Parents:
To facilitate the ordering of Chessed Dollars, we would appreciate your using this order form. It should be
sent with your son or mailed back to Mrs. Sima Sabo (1st floor office), or you may email her at
ssabo@ydh.org. We will have your order for next-day pick-up. Special orders (over) may take up to a
week.
Listed below are the gift certificates which are always available. Please indicate the amounts you are ordering next to each one. Payments by check (made payable to YDHWO) must be enclosed. If you are
paying by cash, you must pay at time of receipt.
Thank you.
DERECH HATORAH WOMEN’
S ORGANIZATION
CHESSED
$ _______
SHOPRITE
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WALDBAUMS
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PATHMARK
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HOME DEPOT
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OLD NAVY
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BARNES & NOBLE
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TOYS R US
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MACYS
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FOOD BASICS
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STOP & SHOP
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METRO CARDS
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($19.05 OR $38.10)
STAMPS
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(SHEET OF 20 FOR $9.20)
SPECIAL ORDER:
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Special Order
YESHIVA SHOP GIFT CERTIFICATES
5
Banana Republic
Baskin Robbins
Bloomingdale’s
J C Penney
Kay Bee Toys
K-Mart
Loehmann’s
Marshall’s
Payless Shoes
Saks Fifth Avenue
Sterns
Syms
T J Maxx
10
20
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