 Kehillah Connection September 12, 2024 10 Elul 5784 School of Jewish Studies (SJS) Sundays 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. School of Jewish Studies (SJS) Wednesdays 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m.  Mazal tov to Sam Murray as he is called to the Torah as Bar Mitzvah this Shabbat. Mazal tov to Sam’s parents, Rebecca and Peter; his sister Brynn; grandmother, Deena DeNosaquo (Samuel z”l); aunt and uncle, Jenny and John Wilson, many cousins and the entire family.  Please click on this link http://evite.me/N6T18Azz8w to RSVP for Torah Tots.  Hi everyone, Please remember to bring $1 or more for Tzedakah every Sunday morning and every Wednesday afternoon. So far, we’ve collected a total of $29.00!Last year, our teens chose Pizza4Moms and United Hatzalah Israel as the organizations for our youth community to contribute our Tzedakah. We will keep you posted on the choices our teens make for this school year. Thank you in advance!  Kitah Hei Shabbat RSVP: Friday, September 20 at 6 p.m. Please fill out this form  Maot Chitim Family Volunteering Mitzvah Opportunity: Vav, Zayin, Het: Sunday, September 29 at 9:45 a.m. Please fill out this form    Am Yisrael is excited to announce our second year with the Better Together Grant, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join us! Here’s a breakdown of some fantastic volunteer opportunities: Adult Cohorts: Cohort #1: Meet with SJS students on Sunday mornings (10:00 AM – 10:40 AM) from September 22nd through November 17th (excluding October 13th). Cohort #2: Join our Intergenerational Choir on Sunday mornings (10:45 AM – 11:15 AM) and share your love of singing! Cohort #3: Become a 1:1 Hebrew tutor for SJS students on flexible Sunday mornings (11:15 AM – 11:55 AM). Cohort #4: Help transport students to SJS on Wednesday afternoons throughout the year. Pick-up is around 3:45 PM, with arrival at SJS by 4:15 PM. You may also have the opportunity to assist with 1:1 Hebrew tutoring on these days. Interested in joining?If any of these cohorts spark your interest, please reach out to Mr. Sherman by phone (847-708-1805) or email (csherman@amyisrael.org). We appreciate your willingness to contribute to our vibrant community!  Click on these links on the Am Yisrael website to learn more about our community for Tots through High SchoolEngage with Our School of Jewish Studies (SJS), B’Yachad Havurah Program, and Day School Student Involvement in Family & Youth Programshttps://www.amyisrael.org/learning/sjsbyachaddayschool/ Families with Young Children: https://www.amyisrael.org/learning/families-with-young-children/Family Shabbat at Am Yisrael: https://www.amyisrael.org/learning/family-shabbat-services/ Featured Family and Holiday Programs at Am Yisrael: https://www.amyisrael.org/learning/featured-family-programs/ School of Jewish Studies (SJS) Curricular Overview: https://www.amyisrael.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SJS-Brochure-rev-7-19-2024.pdf SJS Learning Times: https://www.amyisrael.org/learning/sjs/learningtimesandcurricuricularoverview/Tefillah Practice: https://www.amyisrael.org/learning/sjs/tefillah-practice/ .png)  2024-2025 SJS, Families w/Children & USY Calendar (revised 9-12-2024): Click here Please click here to be added to populating Google Calendar.  For over 60 years, USY has provided Jewish teens with transformative travel experiences, opening their eyes to new places, different ways of life, and some of the world’s most spectacular sights. Please click here for more information abut USY Summer Program 2025 and all things USY.  Please click here for information on the WNAY Opening Event Please click here for information to view our Magen David Adom ambulance Please click here for information on Selichot Sunrise Services Please click here to register for JUF October 7 Memorial Please click here for information on the Progressive Dinner Please click here for information on No Shame U Craft Group Invitation Calling those interested in learning more about the Craft Group! The Women’s Network of Am Yisrael meets on Thursday mornings from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the synagogue alcove. If you’re interested in joining, please text SJS Omanut (Art) Teacher Sheila Serota at 847-712-5532. We hope to see you there!  !עַם יִשְׂרָאֵל חַי Am Yisrael Chai! Thank you for your partnership! !שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם Shabbat Shalom! Charlie Sherman, MAEd, CJE Head of SchoolAm Yisrael Conservative Congregation 4 N. Happ RoadNorthfield, IL 60093 847-708-1805 (mobile) csherman@amyisrael.org https://www.AmYisrael.org *Please note that I will not view and respond to emails on Mondays and over Shabbat (Friday evening to Saturday evening). Thank you for your understanding.  Root, root, root for the home team! We had a fantastic time cheering on the Chicago Dogs at their game against the Lake County DockHounds. It was a memorable experience, especially when we were acknowledged on the scoreboard. |
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