This Week
Kindergarteners were out in the hallway with big numbered tiles, writing computer code with their bodies. They moved through the codes across the floor, on the lookout for bugs that would have required them to start over.

First grade was off to the theater on Friday, for a performance of Curious George at Chabot College Playhouse. Second grade commanded the stage at Kabalat Shabbat, presenting an interactive map of landforms in California, Israel and the United States.

Fifth graders wowed their families with knowledgeable and poised presentations about the artists they have been researching at the first ever Coco House art talks on Thursday. From artists Walt Disney to Piet Mondrian, Auguste Rodin and Frank Gehry, they have become experts in a variety of artists and their media. Next Thursday night, they will show off their own creative interpretations--dressed as the artists themselves--at a Gallery Walk in the Ulam Gadol.

Sixth grade started their new art elective with Ginger. Seventh graders are diving into their civil rights study in English class and prophetic voices in Judaic Studies--preparation for their upcoming civil rights trip to the American South.

Seventh graders met their eight grade Tzedakah project mentors, who will coach them through the final stages of their essays.

Eighth grade Accelerated English students culminated their examination of Malcolm Gladwell's book Outliers in a series of book talks with Wornick faculty celebrities Mr. Abramovitz, Mrs. Davis and Dr. Gereboff.

Announcements

Online Re-enrollment
This year for the first time, we will be processing our enrollment contracts online, utilizing Veracross, our school information system. You should have received an email notification to begin the re‑enrollment process for the 2016-2017 school year. We respectfully request that you adhere to the re‑enrollment deadline of March 8, 2016.

Need Some Chai Hours?
Next Tuesday and Wednesday we need to get some Adar gift bags delivered to our prospective new families.  They must be delivered by 8pm on Wednesday March 9. Please email Pam Bodin at pbodin@wornickjds.org if you can help. She will assign you to people in your general vicinity so it should be quite quick. Thank you for your help,

Keep on Feasting with Joyce Goldstein’s new cookbook, The New Mediterranean Jewish Table
Special savings for Wornick family and friends: Not only will you save 25% off the list price, but Wornick will receive 20% of the list price for each book ordered through our school! Ms. Goldstein will personalize and sign each book. See the attached flyer for more information and ordering instructions. Experience firsthand the book that Michael Solomonov, chef and owner at Zahav, praised as: “An incredible book written by an incredible cook! Goldstein makes Jewish Mediterranean cooking approachable, sophisticated, and downright delicious.” 

7th Grade Tzedakah Fundraisers
Restaurant Fundraisers:
  March 7th - Urban Bistro
  March 9th and 10th - Block 34
Notify your waiter that you are with Wornick and you can enjoy a delicious meal with your friends while contributing to the Tzedakah Project!

Art Sale: On Monday and Wednesday at lunch learners can view original art produced by 7th graders, place orders, and pick up on Friday. Prices range from $1.50 - $3.00.

Shabbat Candles: Every Friday after school 7th graders will be selling Shabbat candles by the front lobby. Sales continue through April.

Upcoming Fundraisers: Used Lego sales, used book sales, and Penny Drive. Look for announcements about dates for these fun fundraisers in next week’s @Wornick.

Common Ground Speaker Series
The next Common Ground event is "The Brain-Fitness Connection: Achieving Optimal Physical and Mental Health" by Dr. John Ratey on March 15 and 16.  Learn more about this speaker and the Common Ground Speaker Series at www.commongroundspeakerseries.org.

JDS5K Registration is Now Open
On Sunday, May 15, Wornick, along with our friends from the Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, will be hosting the 3rd annual JDS5K (Jewish Day School 5K Race). This is a great community event. Perfect for every member of the family. Whether you set a record time, or just enjoy the walk, it is a fun time for everyone. Strollers are welcome. This year the race fee has dropped to $15. Register prior to April 15th to guarantee a tee shirt in your size.

For complete details (time/location) check out the links below:
JDS5K Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thejds5k
Registration Link: https://www.webscorer.com/register?pid=1&raceid=61938

Celebrate Barbara and Joel Gereboff!
Peninsula Sinai Congregation is honoring Barbara and Joel Gereboff, as well as Wornick alumni parents Linda and Bob Kiss at their upcoming L'Chaim Gala on April 10.  The Wornick community is invited to join PSC in celebrating all of their wonderful contributions to our community.  For more information, and to register please visit http://www.peninsulasinai.org/index.php/gala-2016.