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Shalom Kol Ami!

What a vibrant and meaningful month April has been for our Kol Yeladim community! As we reflect on the past few weeks, I am excited to share some highlights and look ahead to the exciting plans we have for May.

I hope everyone had a meaningful Passover with their family and friends and enjoyed a nice break from Religious School. We were honored to host our Scholar in Residence, Rabbi Shira Wallach, for a beautiful morning of musical prayer and a deep dive into the themes of Passover. Families engaged in meaningful discussions, sang together, and left inspired to bring the spirit of Passover into their homes.

Our students continued their studies with enthusiasm, exploring Torah, Hebrew, and Jewish values. A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful teachers who bring learning to life each week with their creativity and dedication.

Looking ahead, we have an exciting and busy month!

All School Shabbat & Potluck Dinner: Join us for a joyful All School Shabbat service followed by a community potluck dinner. Let’s come together to welcome Shabbat with song, prayer, and delicious food. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families and celebrate our community. Our PreK-7th graders will lead us in a family-friendly service on Friday night, May 2nd. We can’t wait to see you there!

5th Grade Parsha Party: We are thrilled to start our 5th-grade students on their Bar/Bat Mitzvah journey with a special Parsha Party on May 6th. This milestone celebration will highlight their simcha date and Torah portion, which they will chant and lead in services in a few years. Parents and students will enjoy some meaningful learning—and of course, cake! It’s a party not to be missed.

Disney-Themed School Picnic & Farewell to Mitch: Mark your calendars for May 18th as we gather for a Disney-themed school picnic and a special farewell to Mitch Weiss! We’ll celebrate another fantastic year with a water bounce house, Kona Ice, and a photo booth featuring Mickey Mouse. This event is for all ages, and we will also honor Mitch’s retirement with a heartfelt tribute. Don’t forget to bring your sunscreen, towel, and smiles!

End-of-Year Wrap-Up:  As we approach the end of the school year, we’ll focus on reviewing what we’ve learned and reflecting on our growth as individuals and as a community. Students will bring home the wonderful activities, projects, and books they have worked on throughout the year. Teachers will prepare progress reports, which will be emailed home by June 30th.

As we wrap up the school year, I want to thank each of you for your partnership and dedication to your children’s Jewish education. Your involvement makes Kol Yeladim the vibrant and welcoming community we cherish.

If you have any questions about upcoming events or end-of-year plans, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Wishing you and your families a wonderful start to May!

L’shalom,
Jennifer West