Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School: Newsletter 2015-2016

October 16, 2015

@Wornick


Photos by Middle School yearbook elective students Blake and Noah
This Week Our first full week in a long time was very bust indeed! Middle Schoolers are thinking about high school. Several of our 8th graders have been visiting high schools this week, and they heard a lunch time presentation from the Jewish Community High School on Thursday. The representative said she had never heard so many thoughtful questions from a group of 8th graders. Fifth grade "Colonists" completed their tiring journey across the Atlantic--except for the ones who fell overboard. They are learning about the hardships the Pilgrims endured on their way to the New World in 1620. In music class, Kindergarteners are learning a new song about Johnny and the hammer, and their voices are filling the halls! They are also practicing a puppet show in Hebrew for next week's Kabbalat Shabbat.

Announcements

Coffee Klatch B'Ivrit
Starting Wednesday, October 21 at 9:30am there will be a casual coffee and greet at the picnic tables! Please click here for the flyer and more info.

Kindergarten Readiness Night
Please invite your friends with younger children to our Kindergarten Readiness Night, a lively and informative panel discussion about what your child needs -- and doesn't need-- to be ready for kindergarten. Tuesday, November 10 from 7:00-8:30pm at Wornick. Click here for the flyer, and register at www.wornickjds.org/visit.

Save the Date!
Feast Your Mind 2016: February 27, 2016 at 7:30pm - Fourteen beautiful homes and remarkable speakers will be open for your Feasting pleasure! Mark your calendars now and stay tuned to for more information in the coming weeks.

Chugim Are Here!
At long last, the Chugim are here! The booklet can be found here and classes start next week! If you have questions, please stop by the office or email info@wornickjds.org.

Parent-Teacher Conference Sign Ups
Parent-Teacher Conference Sign Ups are available via Veracross, our student information system. Please note that Gesher will be available free of charge while you are in your conferences, and for families that are contracted with four or more days per week. Outside of the conference times, hourly Gesher rates ($13.50/hr) do apply. Gesher will be open from 7:30am-8pm on Thursday, October 29, and from 7:30-6pm on Friday, October 30.

Wednesday Hot Lunch making a change!
The kids, or I should say many of them, LOVE the nuggets and just like hot dogs. We would like to start having CHICKEN NUGGETS EVERY WEDNESDAY. Rachel will still make SOME hot dogs/chicken dogs for the kids that only want that. Please email me (pbodin@wornickjds.org) if you think your child will prefer hot dogs so that we make enough. We also offer sauteed tofu on this meat day for anyone who would like that.

Hot Lunch
Want to sometimes come and serve hot lunch? Email Pam at pbodin@wornickjds.org and get put on the subs list for when a dedicated server needs a day off. You will then get an email when we have a need. If you can take the day just reply all, and let us know you claim it.

Grab your Yarmulka, it's time for Chanukkah
Chanukkah party planning is underway! We are starting a new tradition! Instead of one school-wide party, this year, PTO has decided to bring the intimacy of Chanukkah to you via grade specific holiday parties - all happening on Sunday, December 6th. Please contact your room parents to help get involved!

Todah and Mazel Tov

Mazel Tov to Jon G. on becoming a Bar Mitzvah this weekend!

Words of Wisdom

Dr. Gereboff's Head Notes
On Monday, twelve of our recent graduates surprised us by showing up for lunch. These ninth graders who are now dispersed through different schools were so thoughtful and articulate. They bubbled over with enthusiasm and with their successes that they wanted to share with us. Read More

Principal's Proud Moments by Nicole Haire
Over the past week, I have enjoyed speaking to many students about their first months of school and what makes them feel proud. Their insight and thoughtful deliberation were a joy to witness and I am proud to share their responses. I can guarantee they will bring a smile to your face. Read More

Myriad Music Program by Beth Bonfiglio

Our new music program Myriad Music in grades K-4 has been very successful thus far.

Their curriculum includes both performance outcomes and music literacy outcomes. Read More

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, October 20
PTO Meeting
7:00pm, Ulam Gadol

Wednesday, October 21
Middle School Parent Wine & Cheese
7:00pm, Beit Midrash

Tuesday, October 27
Ivy Chen Meeting for Parents in Grade 5-8
7:00pm, Ulam Gadol

Thursday and Friday, October 29-30
Parent Teacher Conferences
No Classes in Session

Sunday, November 1
Daylight Savings!
Clocks "fall back" 1 hour!

Community News

Friendship Circle Open House - Oct 18

Foundations of Judaism at CBJ - Oct 21

Earthquake Kit Information and Sale - Oct 28

Kehillah High School Open House - Nov 1

Family Workshops at CBJ - Nov 1

Imam Abdullah Antepli at CBJ - Nov 5

Writer's Workshop at CBJ - Nov 10

Author Maggie Anton at CBJ - Nov 17

JFCS High Holiday Food Drive

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