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We really love Chanukah Tamchui! Each year, Mirowitz families are encouraged to give up a night of Chanukah gifts and to contribute what we would have spent to a group Tzedakah jar! Then we learn about 5 charitable organizations, and the kids at Mirowitz get to vote on how to allocate our group collection.
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This year, our class chose the organizations, each representing a different category: the environment, health, the Jewish community, education and poverty.
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It felt like an important responsibility, and allowed us to think about causes that are meaningful to us and our school community. We even created videos to inspire other kids to support each organization. We voted with our tokens before vacation, and this week was tamchui math week!
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Kindergarten and first grade students counted the tokens in each jar. They did so by grouping the tokens and counting by 10s. Together, they counted 1,085 tokens!
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Second and thrid graders counded the coins, cash, checks and Venmo you contributed, and added them together! In total, our collection raised $1,201.17.
Fourth graders determined the value of each token, and how much each organization would receive.
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It's cool to grow up at a school that gives us an opportunity to think about important things. We know that Chanukah is not just about getting things, about rededicating ourselves to our religion and our values. Thanks to everyone who contributed to our Tamchui, and to all of the kids at Mirowitz who voted with their tokens. |
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In order to give returning students and their siblings priority in the process, the deadline for completing your application for financial aid is January 15. Applications received after that date will not be included in the initial tuition assistance distribution, and will be considered along with new families who apply by January 31. (See more about how to apply here.)
To be considered, you must submit a financial statement form online.
If you have additional questions, read answers to Frequently Asked Questions or contact Mary. |
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January 8: Mirowitz Art Gallery Opens at B'nai Amoona
January 13: Teacher Recording Day - NO SCHOOL
January 15: Financial Aid Applications Due
January 16: MLK Social Action Event -
NO SCHOOL: MLK Day
February 17: Professional Development - NO SCHOOL
February 20: Presidents' Day - NO SCHOOL
February 25: Trivia Night
March 7: Purim
March 16: Parent Teacher Conferences - Noon dismissal
March 17: Parent Teacher Conferences - NO SCHOOL
March 20: Professional Development - NO SCHOOL
April 5-14: Passover Break - NO SCHOOL
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Two things you can do on MLK Day (January 16):
1. Volunteer with your big kid: We would like to have 20+ tweens and teens helping us as magnet makers, actors, crafters and tattoo artists. Does your big kid want to help? Let us know.
2. Come play! If you have a pre-schooler, we hope you'll join us and invite all of your friends to come, too!
Free book from PJ Library for the first 75 families who RSVP here!
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Meet Riley Grady: "I am incredibly grateful to join such a welcoming and inclusive community. I will be partnering with Mary to keep the front office running smoothly and will assist Raquel with anything she might need." |
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"Come say 'hi' next time you are in the building! I look forward to meeting you!" |
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Meet Brittney Williams: "I am a jack of all trades! I have always loved cleaning. At Mirowitz, I get to do that surrounded by smiling children! I can't wait to get to know each of them!" |
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"If you need anything, just ask! I'm here to help!" |
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Every year, on the anniversary of the death of our namesake Saul Mirowitz, Mirowitz students write a service in his memory. Their service Tuesday was filled with gratitude and honor.
Two of Saul's great-grandchildren, 4th graders Laya and Davin, shared a story about their Pawpaw. |
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They shared that Saul's family escaped from Germany in 1938. When he arrived, Saul was teased because he did not speak English. Even so, he spent his life giving back by supporting charities, serving in the Navy, and by starting Mirowitz! Here is an excerpt: |
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We learn at Mirowitz that when someone is different, it is interesting!...Our teachers encourage us to have an opinion even if it is different from theirs. We feel comfortable being ourselves at Mirowitz.
Today, we get to enjoy the vision our Pawpaw had for this school. We wish he could see us here doing all the things he wished for so long! Thank you Pawpaw for not only giving us a wonderful education, but also a place we can call home. We are making lifelong friendships and are learning how to succeed in life. We have so much to be thankful for, but today, we are thankful for you, Pawpaw! |
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Middle School basketball traveled across the street to play Whitfield earlier this week. Noam, Max and Evan each tallied 4 points, but the boys lost their game 29-17. The team falls to 1-4 on the season.
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The girls also dropped their game 42-15. Hallel led the way with 8 points, and Abby added 7. The girls record slips to 1-2 on the season. |
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Next up for both teams, a road game on Tuesday at River of Life Christian School. It will be the first matchup between our two schools.
Many of our elementary teams start league play this Sunday. Our Kindergarten, 2nd grade boys, 3rd grade girls and 3rd/4th grade boys all tip off on Sunday. |
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We have quite a delightful group of Mirowitz siblings starting kindergarten in the fall, and space for about 15 new families! If you know someone who wants the very best for their children, let Patty know! |
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In Honor of
Lilly S.
“Happy birthday Lilly!”
Love, Mom, Dad, Daniel, Sam, and Orly
In Honor of
Samuel R.
“Happy 7th birthday Samuel!
We love you so much and we are so very proud of you!”
Love, Mommy, Daddy, Mabel and Gabriel
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In Honor of
Samuel R.
“Happy birthday Samuel!”
Love, Papa and Nah Nah! |
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Do you have a simcha to celebrate or a person you would like to honor? A birthday, a first lost tooth, an academic accomplishment, a Torah chanting... any occasion will do!
$18 supports the PTO Challah Fund and your honoree will be announced at Kabbalat Shabbat and recognized in Kabbalat Shabbat. Orders placed by noon Thursday will be recognized the next day. |
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We're back...with our thinking caps on...ready to fill 2023 with meaningful learning and Jewish joy! |
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We welcome with love the Mansfeld Family who just completed a sabbatical in Israel. Their daughter Layla is in Kindergarten! |
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We are so proud of Mirowitz 8th grader Noam B. His story about fighting anti-semitism was published in this week's Jewish Light! Check it out here! |
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And read about Mirowitz alum Ben Horowitz! He was recently honored for his "Tikkun Olam". |
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Gather your friends and family in tables of 8 to compete in eight rounds of trivia. We'll have a silent auction, too! Coach Gary will be our emcee. Proceeds support the 8th grade Israel trip.
Date: Sat., Feb 25
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m. Trivia begins at 7:30 p.m.
Location: United Hebrew Congregation
Cost: $25/person or $200 for a table of 8
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Our next book club will meet Wednesday,
January 23 at
Jessica Shafrin's house. We'll be reading
Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez. |
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to 4th graders Joey and Avra who read Torah and led the school in Torah study. |
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and to our Middle School Torah Readers
Ari, Sam and Marni. |
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We need lunch servers next week! Can you help? Sign up here or on the Mirowitz App.
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To Mirowitz alumni Mom Deb Katon who repainted the pencils out front! (We have to wait until it's warmer to add the Mirowitz decal, but they sure do look better!)
Deb is a talented artist. Check out her latest project here. |
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George Pepe
(Rachel Pepe's dad)
Deborah Zorensky
(Anya Corson's mom)
Felix Zwiebel
(Judy Weisenberg's dad)
The Mirowitz family prays for their speedy and complete recovery. |
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Wow! We are so proud of Mirowitz 8th grader Eliana W. She donated almost a foot of hair to Children With Hair Loss! It was her 4th time doing so. |
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Our Parent In Heaven, Rock and Redeemer of Israel, bless the State of Israel, the start of the flowering of our redemption. Shield it with Your love. Spread over it the shelter of Your peace, Guide its leaders and advisors with Your light and Your truth. Establish for them Your good counsel. Strengthen the hands of the defenders of our Holy Land. Cause them to inherit, our God, deliverance. Place the crown of victory upon them. Give the land peace and everlasting joy to its inhabitants. |
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