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 Yeshiva High-lites . A weekly newsletter of the Weinbaum Yeshiva High School 
Erev Shabbat Parshat Vayishlach 5764 / Friday, Dec. 12, 2003 
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From the desk of Rabbi Perry Tirschwell

"Work hard and play hard" could certainly be WYHS' motto. After a weekend of 60 hours of non-stop fun and inspiration, we began school late on Monday so we could take on an intense week. 8 sports games and 10 Israeli yeshiva visits later, the students and staff have earned a well deserved weekend off.

If a parent hasn't received his/her child's report card and an Albertsons Card, they should call Mrs. Schultz at the school. The second trimester that began this week promises to be as memorable and powerful as the first.

Shabbat Shalom

Rabbi Perry Tirschwell

In this issue.....
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  • Informal Education Is WYHS' Soul
  • The Greatest Shabbaton in WYHS History!
  • Student-Teachers and Special Role Models
  • Basketball Teams Sweep a Triple Header!
  • Wow, What a Week We've Got For You

  • The Greatest Shabbaton in WYHS History!
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    Last weekend's School Shabbaton in Orlando (see pictures at left) was a smash success from beginning to end! The theme of the weekend was Details of Mitzvot and why those details are important.

    After Friday night dinner, students and faculty gathered 'round to watch the third annual WYHS Newlywed Game featuring "couples" such as Rabbis Brander and Tirschwell, siblings Melissa (senior) and Andrea (freshman) Marder and Jessica (senior) and Jonathan (sophomore) Struhl, and officemates Rabbis Broide and Spodek. The game was hilarious, and the message of the game was clear -- it's all in the details!

    After davening and kiddush on Shabbat morning, the students participated in the WYHS original- CSI: Orlando, where they watched a hilarious teacher-written skit (kudos to Rabbi Chaim Lanner) which presented several facts about a crime and were then asked to solve the mystery. Although everyone worked hard to sift through the information they were given, no one was able to ultimately solve the case!

    Finally, on Shabbat afternoon, WYHS Judaic Studies teachers led eight simultaneous sessions discussing the importance of details in mitzvot. The classes culminated in a powerful speech by assistant principal Mrs. Ora Lee Kanner, whose message was that details can simultaneously destroy, define, and transform a person or situation.

    Other Friday night highlights of the weekend included an inspirational tisch led by Rabbi Moshe Schochet (husband of Judaic teacher Mrs. Michal Schochet), and an "Ask the Rabbi and Rebbetzin" session with Rabbi and Mrs. Brander.

    At incredible seudah shlishit programs, moving speeches by senior Melissa Marder and junior Jenna Bienenfeld as well as alumni ('01) Shalom Weiss and Mordechai Turoff, who spoke about life after WYHS and how to get the most out of high school.

    Of course, Saturday night's bowling, pizza, live music and dancing (provided by WYHS student band "Under Construction"), were a blast, and the Shabbaton ended with an amazing day on Sunday, where each person got to choose the Disney theme park of their choice!

    Student-Teachers and Special Role Models
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    For the past month, students have attended optional student-lead classes in shmirat halashon and tefilla (prayer and appropriate speech) that take place each morning during breakfast. The classes are organized and given by students (pictured at right), with occassional guest teacher presenters. This innovative project was organized by the WYHS Committee for Israel Awareness (CIA) and spearheaded by sophomore Batya Weiss and senior Mordechai Hodkin.

    Last week, WYHS senior boys taught middle school students at the Brauser Maimonides Academy in Hollywood (pictured at right). Each WYHS senior was paired with 2-3 Maimonides middle schoolers and studied the importance of the blessings recited when learning Torah. The WYHS boys spent several weeks preparing the material for this unique experience. The program was wrapped up by senior Josh Levy, who drew practical lessons for both groups of students.

    This past Monday, the eleventh and twelfth grade Jewish History classes had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear from Mr. Ezra Moses, a leader of the Jewish community in India. Mr. Moses visited the school and spoke on behalf of the World Zionist Congress. In his memorable speech, Mr. Moses taught students about Jewish life in India, including the original settlement of Jews in India, the Jewish school system, and the relationship between Indian Jews and non-Jews.

    In another facet of WYHS' Leadership Training Program, the senior class had the privilege of hearing Mr. Herb Gimmelstob, former president of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. Mr. Gimbelstob spoke about the importance of Jewish philanthropy and the need for every individual to truly get involved in Jewish communal work in a way that he or she is passionate about. Mr. Gimmelstob's motivational words included specific advice on how and where to begin to get involved.

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    Basketball Teams Sweep a Triple Header!
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    This Wednesday marked an unprecedented moment in the history of WYHS athletics! All three Yeshiva Storm basketball teams defeated Boca Prep in a triple header that took place on Boca Prep's home court!

    In game one, the girls varsity rocked the house, with unbelievable all-around playing from the entire team! Especially incredible were sophomore Mimi Begas, whose three steals were an essential part of the victory, and sophomore Ilana Singer, who did an amazing job as point guard. The final score was Yeshiva Storm 38, Boca Prep 26.

    Game two showcased the WYHS junior varsity's blossoming talent. Sophomores Moshe Genet and Steven Marin were outstanding, scoring points and pulling rebound after rebound to lead their team to its ultimate 49-42 victory!

    The evening ended on a real high with a stunning 65-17 boys varsity win over Boca Prep. In addition to the solid game played by the starting lineup, the rest of the team had the chance to come out and show their stuff! High scorers were sophomores Daniel Poliak and Josh Goldberg, but the entire team contributed to the blowout victory!

    Click Here for a Really Great Picture! »

    Wow, What a Week We've Got For You
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    Next Tuesday, December 16th at 3 p.m., WYHS will take on RASG Hebrew Academy of Greater Miami at two simultaneous basketball games (see flyer at right). In order to allow student fans to cheer on their team, Tuesday will follow a Friday schedule, with a 1:45 p.m. dismissal.

    The boys teams will face off at the Sportsmall in Deerfield Beach, and the girls teams will compete at the American Airlines Arena! Boys tickets are $5 and include a post game pizza party. Girls tickets are $15 and $25, and entitle Lady Storm fans to stay for the Miami Heat game afterwards. Don't miss your chance to be a part of these unbelievable games! Tickets can only be purchased at WYHS, so buy yours today!!!

    The boys junior varsity basketball team is honored to be invited to participate in the Tim Hausdorf Memorial Tournament at the Yeshiva of Flatbush High School in Brooklyn, New York from December 18-21. The JV Storm will be one of several teams from across the country flying into New York to take part in this exciting tournament!

    The WYHS Hollywood Town Meeting this Wednesday, December 17, will take place at 8 p.m. at the home of Diane and Gary Magid. All Hollywood parents are encouraged to attend! The program is an open forum for parents to raise questions and suggestions to make WYHS an even more impactful experience for its students. It is the fourth and last fall town meeting.


    Informal Education Is WYHS' Soul
    by Rabbi Kenneth Brander

    WYHS Founder

    Last weekend I had the privilege of attending our annual school shabbaton. The last WYHS shabbaton that I attended was the Yeshiva's first. It was held five years ago in Marco Island, when the student body numbered only 40. I still remember the inspiring Friday night shiur that Mrs. Kanner gave. I wondered would it be possible to reach the same heights that we experienced that weekend on the west coast of Florida, with a student body that is now four times the size.

    Rabbi Josh Spodek, our Program Director, created a truly amazing shabbat. I watched how students interacted in such a warm, yet respectful way with their Rabbeim and Judaic teachers. I watched the various skits and programs which were creatively designed and professionally presented by our Judaic staff. These programs conveyed deep philosophical ideas through humor and with a profound understanding for a teenager's outlook on life. The ruach (singing and dancing) created by our students and staff was inspiring. Seeing our graduates come back as advisors and give back was real nachat.

    This Shabbaton reinforced for me the crucial role that informal education plays at WYHS. Spirituality can not be fully experienced in the classroom - it must be communicated in an informal fashion as well. This is what our students experienced last shabbat in Orlando. We are blessed to have teachers that truly extend themselves and care for each of our children.

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    A Revised December Calendar

    Revised Israeli Yeshivot Visits

    Jan./Feb. Lunch Menu

    WYHS in the News

    Senior End of the Year Info

    Catch Rabbi Brander on the OU Web

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    Administration:   Highlites Staff:  
    Rabbi Kenneth Brander Founder   Mrs.Claudia Cohen Photos and Layout
    Rabbi Perry Tirschwell Principal   Mrs.Amy Horowitz Correspondent
    Shimmie Kaminetsky Executive Director   Mrs.Melissa Pereira Coordinator
    Mrs.Ora Lee Kanner Assistant Prinicpal   Rabbi Josh Spodek Graphics
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