|
|
The Weekly Newsletter of
Weinbaum
Yeshiva High School
Parshat Vayera
Friday, October 26, 2007
Shabbat begins in Boca @ 6:25
|
 |
|
|
From the desk
of
Rabbi Perry
Tirschwell
Dancing Lessons for the Teenage Parent
Be A Parent, Not A Friend- One of the
enduring legacies of the sixties is the damage done to
parent's perception of their role with their children.
News Flash- teenagers have (and need) friends their
own age. Friends who are grappling with the same
pressures, desires, and physiological changes. They
don't
need (or want) their parents to be their friends.
A Parent Says No- A parent's mission is to
create boundaries for a teenager. It's not fun saying
no- it is rarely reciprocated by a thank you or a smile.
No- they can't go out on a school night, or stay out late
on a
weekend. No- they can't drive with a new or reckless
driver. No- they don't need a cellphone. No- they can't
go to a friend's home without adult supervision (and
your speaking to the parents). No- they can't wander
the streets on a Friday night. No- they can't have a
phone or computer in their room.
Believe, But Don't Trust- Teenagers must feel
that their parents truly believe in them.
Teenagers are so terribly insecure, and the opinion
that truly matters most to them is that of their parents
(though they don't consciously recognize it). A parent
must be the child's greatest cheerleader.
However, don't confuse this with believing everything
they tell you. The response to "Mom, don't you trust
me?" is "I love you, therefore I double check." Check
on their grades on Edline (you can only count on them
to tell you about the good ones). Check with the
parents who your child claims are going to be
supervising a party. Snoop to make sure they've not
fallen prey to the temptations of drugs and alcohol.
Everyone Else's Parents Are Letting Them Do
It- Don't be manipulated by the teenagers
greatest weapon- portraying your decisions as cruel
and unusual punishment. The other kids' are using
the same line on their parents. Even when it's true-
don't buckle. You're not trying to win a popularity
contest- you're trying to keep your child physically,
spiritually, and academically safe.
Strong Kids Have Strong Parents- keep your
eye on the prize.
I am happy to announce that the Board of Trustees
has already approved next year's calendar, which
is posted on Edline, just in time to make frequent
flyer reservations for next fall (if that's your thing)!
Shabbat Shalom
Rabbi Perry Tirschwell
Click
on the images below
to
link to these
nine websites
|
|
Upcoming Events
|
Boys Mad Tisch
Friday, October 26
9:30pm @ Zaghi Home
Habitat for Humanity
Sunday, October 28 1:00-5:00pm
College Finance Presentation
Tuesday, October 30 @ 8:00pm
Parent Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, October 3012:00
dismissal
Freshman Student Council Elections
Friday, November 2 @ 2:00pm
School Shabbaton
Fri., November 16 - Sun., November 18
Click here
to
Apply to the School Shabbaton
|
|
|
Good and Welfare
|
Mazel Tov To:
Dr. Michael & Mrs. Ora Lee Kanner on the
engagement of their son
Refuah Shleima To:
Avi Tansman father of Maya ('03) and Gil
('06)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beyond The
Classroom
New Torah
Study Opportunities at WYHS
By LeeLee Borzak ('10)
"There is only so much we can cover in class,"
explains Mrs. Esther Grossman, Judaic Studies
teacher. To address important topics such as
philosophical questions, WYHS offers a number of
exciting learning opportunities outside of the
classroom.
New and Improved Wednesday evening
Mishmar- Good
food, good competition, and good learning are the
winning elements of Wednesday night
mishmar. Every other week, WYHS' male
students order dinner from two restaurants. After
school, the boys are bussed to the beautiful, brand
new
Boca Middle School. The boys are divided into teams
for basketball intramurals. Eight teams play at a time,
with the rabbis refereeing the games. Students eat
when their teams are not playing. The standings are
posted the next day in the hallway at WYHS.
After basketball and dinner, the boys daven
maariv together in the gym. Each student
then goes to a classroom for a shiur
with his
rebbe. The classes delve into the Jewish view
on
issues relevant to teenage boys. "In school, everything
is graded. Mishmar gives an opportunity to
learn lishma- just for the sake of learning. It
also gives them a taste of what their year in Israel will
be like, learning in the evenings," said Rabbi Benjy
Horowitz, Talmud Department Chair, and Intramural
Commissioner.
Girls Wednesday evening Chug-
On Wednesday
nights,
junior and senior girls have the opportunity to learn
(philosophical) and halachic
topics that pertain to Jewish women, at Mrs.
Grossman's home. "It is an opportunity to grow
without
the pressure of tests," she explains. "The goal is to
help prepare the girls for life after high school."
Sunday morning Mishmar - For
most
teenagers,
Sunday is a day to sleep in. WYHS boys, however,
have the opportunity to start the day on the right foot.
WYHS sends rebbeim to Boca, North Miami
Beach, Hollywood and Miami Beach for Sunday
morning Mishmar - leaving the bulk of the day
preserved as a family day.
Students daven shacharit, eat breakfast, and
learn. "Sunday Mishmar teaches the boys that a
Jew should never take a day off from davening
and learning," said Rabbi Moshe Schochet, who
teaches the class in Hollywood. To prepare the
boys
for post high school Torah study, they learn
bkiyut
additional perakim (chapters) in the same
mesechta (tractate) that they are studying in
school.
Through all of these learning opportunities, WYHS
students are privileged to gain a greater
appreciation
for Torah and view it as vital to every day life and
not
just a subject they learn in school.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Lights,
Camera, Action
WYHS Drama Kicks
Off
By Holly Hampton ('09)
After the success of previous years' productions,
the Drama Department at WYHS felt a need to ensure
that the 2007 Girls' Musical be better than
ever. Director Mrs. Liz Saddler decided that the
perfect play to accomplish this is the classic musical
comedy Guys and Dolls.
With a cast of 21, the show is the largest in
WYHS history. Cast members meet an average of
three times a week at rehearsals which are held after
school for a minimum of two and a half hours.
These sessions include acting, singing and, of
course, dancing. All this does not include the
numerous hours working and practicing at
home.
New to rehearsals is Tracy Schneider, a
professional
choreographer, who directs the show's bigger dance
numbers, while Mrs. Saddler impressively oversees
the
whole
production.
As the date of the actual play nears, rehearsals,
excitement, and anxiety will all increase, but it is,
without a
doubt, going to be the funniest, best show in
WYHS
history.
The Show Goes On
December 18 at 7:30pm
For tickets contact the office
at
office@wyhs.net
or call 561-417-7422
|
|
|
|
|
|
Click On The
Picture For
An Amazing
Slideshow
A Strong Finish
for Fall
Sports
By David Clements ('09)
In their season finale, the Girls
Volleyball
team lost a
tough one to district rivals Donna Klein. Although their
final
record (0-12) might not be the most impressive, the
amount
that this team has improved and come together is
a great
victory in itself. Jessica Freidman ('08) and
captain
Jackie Itzkowitz ('08) will be greatly missed next year
as the
team
looks to become even better! A special thanks goes to
Coach Gui for the team's best season ever!
Ending on a bittersweet note, the Boys Soccer
team lost
a hard fought district playoff game to the powerhouse
Boca
Prep by a score of 8-2. Their 7-5-1 record is one of the
best records WYHS has ever had!
The Genet brothers dominated their
opponents
all season long as captain Aryeh ('08) led the team
with a
record 13 goals, and Elie ('11) scored 10. Other great
offensive contributors were Elan Aiken ('09), Doron
David ('09),
Arie
Grunberg ('10), and Justin Stauber ('11), who scored
many
game-
changing goals.
Seniors Marc Finkelstien and Michael
Schiff "Code X"
and Yoel Goldberg ('09) played rock solid defense in
front
of freshman goalie Matt Orlinsky ('11), who made
countless
clutch saves in crucial moments.
A huge thanks goes out to Coach Scott and Coach
Leiber who brought this team together and led them to
the
best season in WYHS Boys Soccer history!
Thank you to all the fans who came out and
supported
the Storm this past season!!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Up Close and
Personal
with WYHS Alumni
By Daniella Greer ('09)
WYHS alumni Hudi Moscowitz ('03)
and
Uri
Turk ('03) decided to embark upon heroic endeavors;
joining the
Israeli army. Now in a program called Garin Tzabar,
they are
living on a Kibbutz and will soon be entering vigorous
training, in preparation for the Israeli Army. I was more
then
honored to speak to Uri and Hudi,despite their busy
schedules, about what led them to join the Israeli
army, their
experiences there so far, and their hopes for the
future.
What compelled you to join the Israeli Army?
Hudi: I have two main reasons for joining
the
army. First, I think it's an experience
that
will change my life for the better. Second and more
importantly, I think that contributing to the state of
Israel is my
duty as a Jew. So
regardless of whether I am from Boca, Buenos Aires
or Tel
Aviv, it is my duty and privilege to fight for our people.
Uri: Joining the army was something I've
wanted
to do since I was younger. There are the ideological
reasons of
wanting to support Israel in the best way possible,
and this
is the best way in my opinion. I also wanted to join for
personal reasons, like wanting to give back after I've
gotten
so much. I also wanted to challenge myself, and
become a
stronger person in all the senses of the word.
Did your experience at WYHS affect that decision
in any
way?
Hudi: I think WYHS definitely gave me a
greater love of the state. I remember the way in which
all
the rabbis and teachers would speak about Israel,
with
such admiration and respect. The Yom Ha'atzmaaut
and
Yom Hashoa ceremonies stick out in my mind to this
day.
Uri's speeches also impacted me greatly.
Uri: I knew I was going to do it before I
went to
WYHS. I used to give Israel updates at WYHS every
Monday
and Thursday, which naturally strengthened my
connection
to Israel.
What division of the army would you like to be in?
Hudi: I would like to serve in the
paratroopers,
specifically in their reconnaissance unit. In order to get
into
the paratroopers I will need to pass a test, which lasts
a
day and a half. It basically consists of very difficult
running
in sand and a stretcher march. Many people quit in the
middle and only the ones who finish can become
paratroopers. To get accepted to the special units, the
test
lasts for three days, and is comparable to hell week,
conducted by the navy seals. Wish me luck.
Uri: Hopefully a special unit inside the
paratroopers, I have tests coming up in 3 weeks.
Have you learned anything new about yourself,
the
army, and the state of Israel since beginning your
program?
Uri: Israel is awesome! You see things
here you
don't see anywhere else. People care for each
other here.
People open their houses to complete strangers
when the
only thing connecting them is their "Jewishness"-its
very
inspirational. It reinforces my knowledge that Israel is
the
only place for Jews.
Which of your experiences in the program has
impacted
you the most?
Uri: Just being on the kibbutz and being
around
the people here- people who don't have a lot but are
happy.
My best memory here was being at a wedding on the
kibbutz. It was a simple affair, on the grass. All the
weddings are the same and no one tries to out do his
neighbor. It's really beautiful!
|
|
|
|
|
|
7 Alumni
who have or are serving in the
IDF
|
|
12 Extra hours a week
students spend learning with teachers after
school
|
9 Hours a week
students
spend in drama practice
|
|
|
|
" My Federation colleagues were infused
with Jewish
spirit during their visit to WYHS and loved dancing with
your students. I hope you encourage more community
members to
visit WYHS to learn first-hand about this
precious
jewel in our community!
It doesn't get much
better
than
this! "
-- Elise Dolgow, JCRC Director at
the Jewish Federation of SPBC
commenting
on the
incredible atmosphere in the
school on
Rosh
Chodesh Cheshvan
|
|
|
|
|
Yeshiva Highlites
Staff |
|
| Danielle Wolkowicz
(’09) |
Editor-in-
Chief |
LeeLee Borzak (’10)
|
Assistant
Editor |
Mrs. Claudia
Cohen |
Director of Technology
|
Alana Dweck(’09)
|
Photo Editor |
Daniella Greer(’09)
|
Features Editor |
Josh Kaminetsky(’09)
|
Layout Editor |
David Petrover(’10)
|
Assistant Photo
Editor |
Aleeza Rubin(’09)
|
Chief of
Correspondents |
David Spektor(’10)
|
Assistant Photo
Editor |
| Rabbi Josh Spodek |
Staff Advisor |
|
|
|
|
