By Harry Ganz ('08)

WYHS’ spring comedy, Neil Simon’s “Rumors”, was a smash hit! Playing in front of a completely packed house on Wednesday night, the actors and actresses had the audience roaring with laughter from start to finish.

Despite tricky dialogue and non-stop action, the thespians were able to pull off the play without a hitch. The show was as packed with talent, from old Saddler favorites such as Shira Borzak (‘07), Avi Dennis (‘07), Jeremy Hodkin (‘09), David Belolo (’07), and Tamar Buzaglo (’09), to the fantastic rookies Nonny Gross (‘09), Leora Cohen (’08), Harry Ganz (‘08), Chana Brauser (’10), and Eyal Elkeslasi (’08).

Thanks so much to director Mrs. Saddler, who led the cast with her informative and gentle encouragement.

The entire cast had an amazing experience both on and off stage, learning new things about acting, and themselves. Everything in the WYHS production of “Rumors” was big, but nothing was bigger than the personalities in the cast—except for maybe the applause.

Farewell to graduating thespians Shira Borzak (’07), Avi Dennis (’07) and David Belolo (’07), who took their final bows on a WYHS stage.

By Raquel Amram ('07)

Last week, I attended the AIPAC conference in Washington, DC, together with approximately 6000 supporters of Israel, including 1,200 high school students. We joined together to learn the political realities facing Israel today in the hopes that we could affect greater support for Israel on a “grass roots” level.

We heard from several memorable speakers, including Dick Cheney, Tzipi Livni, and Ehud Olmert. They all spoke about Israel’s importance as a loyal ally of the United States in the Middle East. With great pride, I learned that Israel continues to be a leader in helping America develop high caliber technology and military intelligence.

While all the speakers were amazing, one stood apart from the others as the most dynamic and inspiring of all—Pastor John Hagee, founder of the Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, Texas. He spoke with great conviction from a Christian perspective about the importance of standing by Israel, a country that is synonymous with justice and equality—a country that is home to G-d’s chosen people.

Sadly, when I emerged from the conference, I was greeted by protesters stationed outside the Washington Convention Center. The protesters included anti-Israel, Holocaust-denying Neturai Karta rabbis, in addition to others who demonstrated against Israel. Seeing the protesters was an important “wake up” call for me. I left the conference determined to share my experience and all that I learned with my fellow WYHS students.

By Chava Rubin ('07)

It’s only March and the 2007 yearbook is already complete!

While there have been challenges in the process, creating this yearbook has truly been a learning experience. Students can say that they created a book—a feat that most people don’t accomplish in their lifetime.

The yearbook committee offers great opportunity for students to develop leadership skills. It gives students a venue to express themselves through graphic art, layout, humor, technology, and creativity.

Students also learn new skills that they will use for the rest of their lives. Because yearbook has sections pertaining to all grades, sports, programs and extracurricular activities, many students can find their own niche.

Our Lifetouch Publisher, John Lynn, says “This is the best yearbook WYHS has put out yet.” The entire staff can’t wait to unveil what we have been working on all year. Be prepared for a great trip down memory lane!

By LeeLee Borzak ('09)

On Tuesday, Rosh Chodesh Nissan was both a fun chagigah and a moving and inspirational learning experience. After a delicious breakfast of bagels, eggs, bourekas and more, students and staff of WYHS hit the dance floor and celebrated the new month with spirited dancing and music provided by the school band, Chazak.

To commemorate Rav Soloveitchik’s z”l Yartzheit, which is during Chol HaMoed Pesach, Rabbi Houben prepared a moving slide show to bring to life the amazing legacy that the Rav left behind. Rabbi Houben was able to communicate to the students the impact Rabbi Soloveitchik had on modern Orthodoxy.

In addition, the students were privileged to hear from Rabbi Adler, father of our own Mrs. Jacob, via video conferencing all the way from Teaneck, New Jersey. Rabbi Adler was a shamash (assistant) of Rav Soloveitchik until the day he died. “Hearing someone who was so close to The Rav really helped us to truly understand his teachings,” said Rachel Benaim (’10).