I hope you all had a great weekend. We are starting to gear up for trips this week with our first student meetings. On Tuesday, students will get their first introduction to their respective class trips in March. As part of the experiential learning component of the school’s philosophy, all three trips incorporate elements from the classroom. During planned activities, students are exposed to content specific to their science, history and Judaic Studies classes. In addition, time is built in on each trip for reflection and journaling during appropriate moments. There will be an informational night for parents on Tuesday, March 6 at 8 a.m. or 6 p.m.
This month in advisory, we will focus on digital awareness. This week, Mr. Stern will discuss with students the importance of privacy setting when using internet tools. Wednesday we will have clubs once again as the schedule has allowed for more consistent meetings this semester. Thursday, we have a Torah Service for Michael Talisman. Also on Thursday, 8th Graders are encouraged to bring their own computers from home as Mr. Stern will actually walk them through some procedures for repairing their digital footprint and limiting their personal information that can be found on the internet. On Friday, we begin course selection discussions for next school year. This initial conversation will focus on the Foreign Language requirements and options available to rising 7th and 8th Graders and the Fine Arts electives available. You are asked to review the information with your child and assist him and her in those selections. On Friday, the 8th Graders will participate in an activity about risk awareness as part of their drug and alcohol prevention.
Looking ahead to next week, students should show up to school and expect a surprise in their lockers on the morning of the February 14. SGA is going to “surprise” each Middle School student with a “share the love” card and candy treat. In addition, to celebrate the day, students will be allowed to wear a shirt or sweatshirt of any shade or red or pink as part of the dress code. In addition, Grandparents are invited to join us on that same Tuesday for a couple of hours in the morning to see the school in which their grandchildren attend. The Kallah on that day is always special and I would expect nothing short of entertaining this year as well.
Thanks and have a great week.
| Mon, Feb 6 | MS Kallah – 6-8 – Controlling your Privacy Settings Happy Birthday, Ariella Teller! |
| Tue, Feb 7 | 6, 7 and 8 Grade Meetings on Spring Trips – Kids will be introduced to their respective trips and have a chance to ask questions. |
| Wed, Feb 8 | Tu B’Shvat Seder |
| Thur, Feb 9 | Grades 6/7 – Torah Service – Michael Talisman 8th Grade – Erasing their digital footprints – Students are encouraged to bring their computers to school as Mr. Stern will walk them through erasing unwanted material from their online profiles. |
| Fri, Feb 10 | Grades 6/7 – Advisory – 2012- 2013 Foreign Language and Fine Arts’ Elective discussion. Forms will be sent home with students for parents to review and return to school. Grade 8 – Risk Awareness as part of drug and alcohol prevention program |
| Sat, Feb 11 | Mazel Tov to Michael Talisman and his family! Happy Birthday, Ethan Dreyer! |
| Sun, Feb 12 | Happy Birthday, Gavin Roth! |
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