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As part of HAFTR Middle School’s school-wide advisory program, where all students are placed into small groups with an assigned faculty advisor, November’s advisory session focused on gratitude. Students learned about the importance of hakarat hatov, acknowledging the good, giving thanks, and expressing gratitude, and delved into the tremendous role that gratitude plays in Judaism.... View Article

Senator Todd Kaminsky announced this week that he helped secure more than $1,205,276 in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education grants for local Five Towns and West Hempstead yeshivas. The funds from the New York State budget awarded to more than 15 local Jewish day schools will be used to reimburse the cost of... View Article

Dana Aderet Brody, Esq. (3rd from right) – flanked by her parents, Ateret Cohanim Executive Council Member Dr. Paul & Drora Brody and her siblings – a Great Neck activist completing her LL.M in International Law and Human Rights at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, having graduated from Penn. Law, officially went on Aliyah via Nefesh B’Nefesh, on Rosh Chodesh Kislev. Ms. Brody... View Article

Rosh Chodesh Kislev at Siach Yitzchok means the big draidel goes up. Yes! The dreidel is around 30 years old and came along with us from the old building. The boys are counting down the days to the famous Draidel Drop. 

First things first, can you tell us a little about Shaar HeBechinah? What exactly is “bechinah”? RDK: Bechinah means to observe, reflect, and look into. It shares a root with the “bechinah” that students take in yeshivah, designed to help observe how well they are doing in their studies. The “bechinah” that this sefer is... View Article

Hindi’s Libraries joined forces with Peninsula Public Library on Sunday, November 15 to host their 2nd Annual Gobble Gobble Book Fest. To kick off the holiday season, the nonprofit helped cultivate the power of kindness and giving by offering free children’s books to all of the event’s attendees. Guests received bags to fill with great reads... View Article

Every year, Jews from all over the world arrive in Hevron to celebrate Shabbat Chayei Sarah together.  On this Shabbat, we read Parshat Chayei Sarah, in which the purchase of Mearat HaMachpelah by Avraham Avinu is told.  The acquisition of Mearat HaMachpelah is the most famous real estate purchase in the history of mankind.  It... View Article

What a season for the 5 Towns Flag Football League! Under the leadership of Rabbi Eli Brazil and Larry Gross, the league has just finished its ninth season. Congratulations to the champions in each division. The season and playoffs were beyond amazing as many of the games were decided in the final seconds/overtime. The league, which... View Article

Families of the Oceanside and North Woodmere communities showed their appreciation of local law enforcement at the Fourth Precinct in Hewlett, NY, this week. Officers Gabrielli and Mayrose welcomed the visitors and thanked them for all the “goodies” they brought for the officers of the Fourth Precinct. The children also brought signs with thank you messages... View Article

Just because Shabbatonim can’t happen this semester does not mean Erev Shabb-A-Tonim can’t! The seniors were the first grade to experience this new program, which began Thursday afternoon with “Kickball Kickoff” in Cunningham Park! After that, they returned to school for Pre-Shabbat Ruach, a session about decision making, and Shabbat-O-Gram writing. The fun continued even... View Article

Under the direction of teacher Shoshana Ayzin, the CAHAL 4-5 grade class at Yeshiva of South Shore learned all about engineering. They discussed how engineers must create a plan, build prototypes, test them out, and then make improvements before they get their final successful outcome. The students used this knowledge to build a container that... View Article

Every year, HANC Plainview Elementary School celebrates The Shabbat Project as a grandparent and special-someone engagement program. Though Covid-19 prevented visitors to the campus this year, that did not stop us from celebrating remotely! The theme of this year’s event was “A Taste of a HANC Plainview Shabbat.”On Wednesday night, there was a Grandparent – Parent... View Article

There’s a buzz in the hallways and it’s been going on for some time here at Bais Yaakov Ateres Miriam. Campaigns were well underway after Sukkos break and you can feel the election generating excitement everywhere. Our sixth grade candidates, Chani Mayer, running as Donald Trump, and Fraidy Rosenzweig, running as Joe Biden, or “Friden”... View Article

Stop & Shop today its doors in Woodmere, New York, last week marking the brand’s first new location on Long Island since its Rocky Point store opened in 2017. Located at 253-01 Rockaway Blvd., Stop & Shop’s Woodmere store is just 1.7 miles from its Inwood store, which closed permanently on Thursday, October 29. Stop... View Article

The wonderful teachers at HAFTR’s Early Childhood buildings excel at making every learning opportunity a complete multisensory experience. Last week’s lessons about Parshat Noach are a perfect example of crafting more than one way for kids to connect with what they are learning. Classes used a flannel board with felt pieces to make the story... View Article

Gesher celebrated Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan with a spectacular animal show. The children enjoyed seeing and learning about the animals’ habitats and features.

Shulamith High School is known for finding ways to keep the energy up and the environment positive even during these difficult times. Last Thursday, grade cohorts gathered in different locations for the “Greater by Grade” event. Each grade was issued the same four challenges and divided amongst themselves to work on the competition that spoke... View Article

As members of the Jewish community, HALB believes in instilling the importance of social responsibility and respect in their students. The HALB Lower School launched the PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Support) program with several interactive assemblies on Friday, October 16.  PBIS is a proactive approach to establishing the social culture needed for all students... View Article

Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Eastern Director Michael Cohen met this week with NYPD Chief Chaplain Rabbi Dr. Alvin Kass to demonstrate support, solidarity, and appreciation for his continued leadership after Rabbi Dr. Kass was assaulted during an attempted mugging on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. The meeting was held at Rabbi Kass’ offices at the NYPD PSA #4... View Article

By Jennifer S. Zwiebel Jennifer S. Zwiebel The phone lines were ringing like crazy at Jewish Education Program of Long Island (JEP-LI) before the chagim. People were anxiously awaiting something important that they were used to receiving for many years. Like clockwork. “I didn’t get the magnet. Is it out yet?”  “We need to know... View Article

While Sukkos may have looked different this year than it has in previous years, MTA infused yom tov with its signature inspiration, energy, and achdus through special MTA@Home Sukkos programming. These programs included guidelines, helpful tips, and a list of Sukkos songs to make yom tov meaningful for those who were unable to attend shul... View Article

Supporting the growth and development of the whole child, maintaining a sense of community and togetherness, and positioning students to be their best selves both inside and outside the classroom are priorities for HAFTR High School. Social emotional learning is critical during the return to school in re-engaging students, repairing relationships, and rebuilding a strong... View Article

The weather was perfect for a short stroll to a pond near SKA in Hewlett Bay Park. Taking advantage of the physical beauty so close to their school, the tenth graders took turns walking in small groups to the water and said Tashlich on Thursday, September 24.

Once you are already learning Hilchos Sukkah with your class, why not learn about it in real life? Rabbi Stein had his fifth graders of Siach Yitzchok join together with him at his home, so they can have a hands-on experience putting up a sukkah with their rebbe. When the boys were asked how many... View Article

The last time students graced the halls of Rambam Mesivta was a lifetime ago back in March. This past week saw the long-awaited return of the Rambam Men to 15 Frost Lane. Shouts of joy were heard throughout the building as rebbeim and talmidim were reunited live and in person.  Old friendships were rekindled, and... View Article

The Benkoe, Brukner, and Epstein families brought snacks to the police officers in the First and Fourth Precincts in a tribute of hakarat hatov for all that they do

“Community policing,” “engagement,” “backing the blue,” and the “thin blue line” are buzzwords that have been floating around in recent years. Now, in the ever-changing environment that the men and women of law enforcement work in, these buzzwords have become part of who they are amid the shifting roles that police officers play, while at... View Article

This year’s opening day of school was certainly like no other. Throughout the first week of school, we welcomed faculty and students and the class of 2024. The excitement was palpable throughout the building as we have not been together for so long. On Monday, August 31, the faculty came to school for an in-person... View Article

On Monday, August 31, Cross River held its Eleventh Annual Golf and Tennis Outing to benefit Madraigos at Montammy Golf Club in Alpine, NJ. Known for its beautiful golf course and expansive clubhouse, it proved to be the perfect backdrop for a day of golf, tennis and networking.  Madraigos was thrilled to be chosen once again... View Article

We’re so happy to be back in school! Although it was a slightly different first day of classes at the Stella K. Abraham High School for Girls, on Tuesday morning, September 9, the enthusiasm and warmth shone through everyone’s masks.  Throughout the temperature taking and display of good health credentials,  it was clear to see... View Article

Mashgiach Ruchani HAFTR High School is proud to welcome Rabbi Yissachar Blinder to our Judaic Studies leadership team as our yeshiva’s Mashgiach Ruchani. Rabbi Blinder has been teaching boys in the HAFTR Beit Midrash program for the last three years. In his new position, Rabbi Blinder’s goal is to engage and guide students in developing... View Article

Social distancing does not stop SHS Director of Student Activities Ms. Esty Munk from creating and executing incredible student programming! Before the school year even began, masked seniors took a trip to Connecticut’s “Empower Adventure Center.” It was a full day of physically distant team building and connecting, where seniors had an opportunity to step... View Article

While yeshiva may look a little different this year, MTA’s signature ruach, energy, and achdus are still the same! The excitement of the talmidim, rebbeim, and faculty was palpable, as they reunited in person after more than five months. The year is already off to a strong start as talmidim learned b’chavrusah in the Beis... View Article

TAG students were treated to a surprise welcome back package, arranged and sponsored by our wonderful Women’s League.  Along with the routine nit-check, girls also received a gift bag that included a pack of cotton reusable masks, a personalized necklace to hold the mask on, and a hand sanitizer keychain. These gifts will definitely prove useful during... View Article

At the Hebrew Academy of Nassau County Early Childhood Center, the children were thrilled to be back in school

As a result of the COVID-19 crisis, over 20% of Israel is currently unemployed with many wondering where their next meal will come from. But Israel’s poor also know that if they do find themselves below the poverty line. They can rest assured that there are Meir Panim’s Restaurant-Style Soup Kitchens which they can always... View Article

What a difference a year makes! SKA’s faculty and staff orientation, held on Tuesday, September 1, was unlike any other year’s. School desks surrounded by special plastic barriers and spaced out chairs filled the auditorium, while photos were plastered on shirts of mask wearers for identification.  The warmth and camaraderie of the SKA administrators, teachers and... View Article

Amid the challenges of this very unusual summer, Ohel Children’s Home and Family Services found a way to host its annual Rosemil Healthcare Golf and Tennis tournament, delivering a safe and fun day for the players.  More than 140 players gathered at Alpine Country Club in Demarest, NJ, to support the essential mental health services... View Article

Cedarhurst Village Trustees Myrna Zisman and Dan Plaut are both running for the four-year terms on September 15. Zisman and Plaut have both served the Village of Cedarhurst for a number of years, and their commitment to serving the community and caring for the residents is the cornerstone of their service. Dan Plaut joined the... View Article

Teachers from HALB are taking part in an elite training program to better address the social and emotional needs of their students whose academic year will start off differently due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hidden Sparks, a nonprofit dedicated to training teachers and providing them with the tools to support struggling students in mainstream Jewish... View Article

By Alex H. Edelman, Mayor We all agree that anyone running for an elected office in the Village of Lawrence should be responsible and accurate. My opponent has recently utilized a serious and disturbing incident in Inwood as a launching pad for a critique of our 4th Precinct and Nassau County Police Department and to... View Article

In August of 2018, the world lost a beautiful and brilliant soul, Dr. Hindi Krinsky. Hindi, a 32-year-old English teacher, passed away suddenly from a complication of Crohn’s disease, leaving behind her five incredible children (Eliana, Ezra, Hudi, Dorit, and Abie) and adoring husband Dovid Kanarfogel.  A few months after her passing, Dovid teamed up... View Article

Over the past few months, Kosher Response and The Gural JCC teamed up to bring Produce Fest to our community. For ten weeks, Gabriel Boxer of Kosher Response was responsible for procuring the trailers and working out all logistics. The first trailer would come in on Tuesday and would be unloaded into a warehouse in... View Article

After 28 years of providing outstanding education to hundreds of Jewish children in our community yeshivas, CAHAL is opening the 2020-2021 school year with 12 classes and nearly 120 students The eleven yeshivas that participate in the program refer families to CAHAL for their children who need smaller classes and more individualized attention to build... View Article

Custom Daily Breakfast To-Go at the Young Israel of Long Beach For over 15 years, Talkline Network host and CEO, Rabbi Zev Brenner, has been running the latest summer morning minyan in the Long Beach, Lido Beach and Atlantic Beach corridor at the Young Israel of Long Beach.  (This is in addition to the daily... View Article

JCCRP & Kosher Response staff & volunteers fill up new knapsacks.  750 local children will now have knapsacks & school supplies, ready to start the new school year right!  Packing graciously hosted by HAFTR High School.

Last week, Senator Todd Kaminsky toured potential sites for a Long Beach Community Garden to be created by OU Project Community (PC20)- NCSY Relief Missions. He was accompanied by Rabbi Ethan Katz, director of NCSY Relief Missions, and Oran Bendelstein, associate director of relief missions programming. Credit: NCSY Relief Missions

The entire HALB system is looking forward to starting school on our campuses, for all students, full time! HALB’s Task Force consisting of administrators, lay leaders and doctors has been working non-stop over the summer to ensure a start of school that meets the highest standards of both safety and educational quality.Some of the changes... View Article