Page 3 - KolHakavod_2019

FROM OUR HEAD OF SCHOOL JKHA/RKYHS VALUES

A proud grandparent was delighted by the breadth and scope of the JKHA/RKYHS experience during a special day THERE ARE SIX CORE VALUES THAT FRAME THE JKHA/RKYHS EXPERIENCE. IN THE PAGES AHEAD,
dedicated to grandparents. He exuberantly exclaimed, “There is something here for everyone.” In just a few words,
he captured the educational philosophy of JKHA/RKYHS: Every child matters, including a nursery child using his/her senses RECEIVE A GLIMPSE OF HOW OUR SCHOOL LIVED THESE VALUES IN THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR.
to learn about the environment, a sixth grade mishnah student emerging as a new chain in the link of the Oral Tradition, or
a young scientist exploring the intricacies of genetic engineering. Every student in JKHA/RKYHS is encouraged to think
critically, develop his/her curiosity, and to personalize learning. JKHA/RKYHS’ enriched and exciting learning environment
inspires students to make meaning out of their learning, and be independent and thoughtful students.
Explore ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Learning is not measured by grades, or market-ready skills. The most important learning benchmarks are the choices our Opportunity
students make, the lives they lead and their commitment to their heritage. During this critical time of Jewish history, we are
passionately committed to preparing our students to be strong members of our community, appreciate the infinite gifts of The cornerstone of a JKHA/RKYHS education Students constantly exercise and cultivate We provide students with clear learning
learning, identify as proud Jews, advocate for Israel, and live their lives informed by the values of Torah. is Torah living—embedding a love of Torah leadership skills by assuming responsibility goals and dedicated support for our
learning, embracing Torah values, and for school programs and co-curricular wide-ranging, innovative, and thematic
Teachers encourage our students to reach the highest standards of performance. To facilitate growth, we carefully monitor our students’ learning and offer them many opportunities to deepening our connection to the State of activities, and enjoy enhancements and secular and Judaic curricula that exceed
discover their latent talents, find their voices and facilitate engagement in a range of informal and co-curricular activities. As students grow and mature, they begin to recognize Israel, while developing rigorous analytical opportunities outside the classroom. standard requirements and ensure each
their obligations to others and for others. Through learning and doing, students become activists and advocates for what is right. They are the next links in our dynastic chain, based skills in the study of Tanach and Talmud. child’s academic success.
on what they learn in their homes and in JKHA/RKYHS.

As you read about the depth of the JKHA/RKYHS experience described in this issue of Kol Hakavod, you will no doubt echo what the grandfather told me, that there is something
here for everyone. T H
I
N
We are delighted to share our nachat with you.—Rabbi Eliezer E. Rubin, Head of School, Klatt Family Rosh HaYeshiva K
CRITICALL Y
FROM OUR PRESIDENT We seek to inspire a sense of wonder and The ability to think critically is a necessary Providing students the opportunity to
skill both in the academic realm and in the
make a difference in the lives of others and
lifelong love of learning. We make discovery real world. Students develop the capacity to the world around them, we focus on the
It is incredible to think that the new school year is upon us. Just yesterday we were packing our kids for camp, and yet here and creative expression a vital part of the comprehend, analyze, and express content development of strong, meaningful Jewish
we are assembling school supplies. Thankfully, our school again stands ready to provide a vibrant learning environment to educational experience. across academic disciplines and to reconstruct identities, cultivating concern for others
all the active minds within its walls. Of course, that energy comes not from the building, but from the dedicated educators a previously held point of view in light of new through chesed, service learning projects,
and administrators that bring their passion into it every day. Having said that, much has been done to ensure that we information and perspectives. We provide
have a top-notch physical facility to match the high caliber of our staff. Thanks to the generosity of our school community, opportunities for higher level thinking. and social activism.
driven by the desire to honor the memory of Naomi Rosenfeld z”l, we expect to soon open the Naomi Rosenfeld Kehilah
Center. This vibrant new space will provide an exciting new place for children to experience Jewish life and learning. We Mazal Tov to the Class of 2018!
also look forward to new outdoor recreational facilities being completed this school year. Unfortunately, the complexity of
this project made it impossible to finish before our students arrived. However, we expect our children soon having access Our students are attending the following prestigious colleges, universities, yeshivot and seminaries listed below:
to something truly special, and we are eager for the opportunities these dynamic new facilities will offer our children to Barnard College SUNY - Binghamton
exercise their bodies as well as their minds. Brandeis University SUNY - Stony Brook
CUNY - College of Staten Island Stern College for Women
Our Yeshiva has reached even greater heights of excellence, and its reputation continues to attract many new students in all divisions . We are fortunate that our local communities Drexel University Stern College Honors Program
are growing, with many new families benefiting from the Bonim program. We also appreciate that so many families throughout the region are choosing to send their children to IDC Herzliya Tulane University Honors Program
our Yeshiva. This growth has enabled us to further expand and diversify the programs offered to our students, without detracting from our “small school” feeling. Johns Hopkins University University of Connecticut
Middlesex County College University of Maryland, College Park
Montclair State University University of Maryland Honors Program
I am also personally excited to welcome Jeremy Halpern, who has agreed to join me as school co-President. Jeremy is a long-time and passionate supporter of our institution, Muhlenberg College University of Michigan
and brings tremendous skills and enthusiasm to the role. I look forward to working with Jeremy, as well as all the other lay leaders who give so much of their time and energy to New York University University of Pennsylvania
supporting Rabbi Rubin and all the professional staff that makes JKHA/RKYHS such a special place. Pennsylvania State University Yale University
Princeton University Yeshiva University
Jeremy and I take great pride in our institution, and in having the opportunity to play some a part in advancing its noble goal of developing upstanding members of tomorrow’s Rutgers University Yeshiva University Honors Program
Jewish communities. The world seems to be changing at a greater pace than ever, presenting new challenges but also exciting new opportunities. Working in partnership between Rutgers University Honors Program
the school and our parents, we look forward to empowering our children to use the amazing new tools at their disposal in constructive ways, and to help them establish healthy Amudim Midreshet Moriah Reishit
habits and maximize their educational experience. Ashreinu Midreshet Torat Chessed Tiferet
Bar Ilan Israel Experience Midreshet Torah v’Avoda Torat Shraga
Thank you all so much for being a part of our school community. —Dov Lando, President, JKHA/RKYHS Board of Trustees Mechinat Kol Ami Nativ Yeshivat Hakotel
Machon Maayan Netiv Aryeh Yeshivat Torah v’Avoda
2 Midreshet Amit Nishmat 3
Midreshet Harova
Orayta