Abrams Extra March 30, 2018

 

 

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ABRAMS EXTRA

In This Issue
Candle Lighting
Translate the Extra
Budowsphere
Passover Festivities
Mrs. Leizerowski
Updated Calendar
Jewish Youth Service
Security Reminders
Cell Phone Rules
Recruitment
Donor Support
Oorah
School Lunches
Car Pool Rules
Abrams Notes
Dress Code Rules

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March 30, 2018/ 14 Nisan

 

Candle Lighting 7:05 pm/ Exodus

 

 

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Budowsphere

Rabbi Budow

 

   
Dear Parents:
Monday night I held a wonderful meeting with five Abrams families at Espresso Café, Sharon Abergel’s restaurant in NE Philadelphia. This meeting represented the essence of Abrams Hebrew Academy. Our small group of Russian and Israeli parents brainstormed ideas for increasing enrollment at Abrams and demonstrated their commitment to being “ambassadors” for our school. I was truly honored to be with these energetic and excited people who shared creative and innovative ideas for promoting our school to other families-they made suggestions of promotions on Russian radio stations, posting news about Abrams on the Facebook pages of Israeli Philadelphians, etc. The ideas just kept coming, and I was energized and uplifted by their enthusiasm.
The next day these people were already busy referring people to the school. One parent was kind enough to drive a friend here to meet with me at the end of the school day, right before Pesach, because it was important to her to start immediately to help the school recruit new families.
All of this only reinforces my belief that “word of mouth” is the strongest method to promote and “grow” the school. There were only 5 people at the meeting, but the energy and ruach they displayed for the cause was amazing.
One thing that came out during the discussion was that there are many secular Russian Jews who are not in close touch with their Judaism, but these AHA families felt that their outreach could bring some of these people closer to their religion and to choosing Jewish day school for their children.
I spoke to Elliot Holtz yesterday about EITC, and he reiterated his goal to raise enough money through the EITC program to offer a Jewish education to any family who wants it. In short, energetic parents who promote the school combined with sufficient financial aid are the components of a successful campaign to increase enrollment and grow our school “family.”
It was great that there were 5 people at the meeting, but what about each of you? Why don’t you join us and be part of this effort? This is the most important thing that you can do for the school that you and your children love- I simply ask that you share your feelings and commitment to Abrams with your friends, family, neighbors and colleagues.
I wish you and your families a happy, healthy Passover.
Chag Sameach,
Rabbi Ira Budow

 

 

Passover Festivities

 

    

 

 

 

Mrs. Leizerowski

 

Mrs. Leizerowski

 

Mrs. Leizerowski, Rabbi Leizerowski’s remarkable mother, passed away on Monday morning of this week. The funeral was held at 5 pm, and by the end of the night she and Rabbi Leizerowski were on a plane bound for Israel and her burial. Hundreds of people attended the funeral, even with such short notice, and many Jewish dignitaries were there to pay their respects to this wonderful woman.
Mrs. Leizerowski had the proverbial “heart of gold,” and she was the quintessential Rebbetzin. I remember the occasions when she accompanied us on our trips to Israel with the 8th grade students and packed extra sandwiches so that the children wouldn’t be hungry! I also remember that every year, despite her bad knees, she would walk up numerous steps to visit the Cave of the Patriarchs (Me’arat Hamachpelah). Mrs. Arusy recollects how fervently Mrs. Leizerowski prayed at the women’s section of the Wall, crying and singing songs of praise to Hashem.
She was a woman who fled Poland, married her husband in Munich, and eventually emigrated to the U.S., never losing her faith; in fact, it only increased through the years.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rabbi Leizerowski and his family.
Shiva will be held for one day only on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 7926 Algon Avenue, Philadelphia, PA.

 

 

Updated Calendar

 

Important Changes to School Calendar
 

School will be held on Friday, May 18, 2018


 

The school year has been extended to Tuesday, June 19, 2018. Dismissal on June 19 is at 12:30 pm!!

 

 

Jewish Youth Service and National Mitzvah Day 

 

 

Safety and Security Reminders

 

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Reminder- AHA Security Procedures:

  • All parents should use the front door to enter the school with key cards and not the back doors. Parent swipe cards only work at front door.
  • Please do not ask students to open any doors– parents must report to the front office and check-in before entering the school.
  • No student or other person should use the lunchroom doors other than for dismissal or emergency purposes.

These rules are for our children’s safety.

Thank you for your cooperation!

 

 

 

Cell Phone Rules
 
REMINDER: Cell Phone Rules
 
Electronic devices have become a common means of communication and information access in today’s society.  However, these devices have the potential of disrupting the orderly operation of school.  Our cell phone/personal electronic devices policy is designed to keep the focus on education.
At the start of the school day, all cell phones MUST BE TURNED OFF (NOT IN SILENT MODE) AND STORED IN THE STUDENT’S LOCKER OR BOOK BAG FROM 8:30 AM UNTIL 3:30 PM. Students are not permitted to carry them on their person or to use them to make or receive any calls or text messages during the given time.
If a student has an emergency, and needs to be in contact with someone, she/he must use a school phone, or have the permission of  a faculty member, to use his/her cell phone.  Parents should contact the school office, if they have an emergency message for their
Child(ren).
Electric devices, such as iPods, or hand-held gaming devices may be used on the bus/van transportation to/from school, prior to school, and following school.   Students must turn off and place these items in their locker/backpack during school hours.
If any of these items are out at the inappropriate time, they will be confiscated by staff, and given to the director of discipline.
Students will be allowed to bring cell phones on school trips for emergency use only.  Any hand-held gaming device will be the responsibility of the students on a school trip.
The school is not responsible for lost, misplaced, damaged or stolen electronic devices/cell phones.
CONSEQUENCES FOR STUDENTS WHO DO NOT FOLLOW THE ABOVE RULES:
1st Offense – Phone confiscated, and returned at the end of the day.
2nd Offense – Phone confiscated, returned at the end of the day, and written notification that requires parent signature.
3rd Offense – Phone confiscated, and parent must pick up phone from director of discipline.
4th Offense – Suspension from school

 

 

Recruitment
 
“New Family Recruitment”
Open houses in people’s homes is an effective way to meet with families who are potentially interested in enrolling their children at Abrams. Rabbi Budow and a small group of faculty members are happy to travel to meet informally with your friends and neighbors to discuss the advantages and opportunities that Abrams offers to Jewish children.
If you would like to volunteer to host one of these gatherings, please contact Rabbi Budow.

 

Support AHA Donor Businesess
Abrams is greatly appreciative of all of the benefactors who donate generously to the school through participation in EITC, LLC, grants, cash donations, etc. Many of these donors are business owners, and Abrams encourages the AHA community to support the businesses of these people whose largess supports the school.
Some of these generous people are:
McCaffrey’s Food Market
Team Toyota
Swartz & Culleton
Rothenberg Law Firm
Flager & Associates
Princeton Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Marcus & Auerbach

 

Marlowe, Zwillenberg & Ghaderi
Your Eyes Center

Espresso Cafe

Center For SmartLipo & Plastic Surgery
* This is not a complete list- we will add businesses throughout the year!
Thank you very much to all of our supporters!

Oorah
Abrams thanks Oorah, a nonprofit organization located in Lakewood, NJ for all of its financial support to our students.

 

Oorah sponsors numerous programs that all share the common goal of opening doors for Jewish children and families. The mission is to reach out to Jewish families everywhere with opportunities to make their Judaic heritage more personal, relevant and meaningful.

 

Abrams received $100,000 in scholarship aid for qualified families this year from Oorah and is extremely grateful for the generosity of this organization.

 

School Lunches

 
Please do not send meat lunches or snacks to school with your children. 
 
Food sent from home must be 
dairy or Pareve only!
 
Thank you very much for your cooperation

Car Pool Rules 

All Parents who Car Pool:

 

Please note that the car pool line is for grades N and K only. All other students are to be dropped off in the front of the building.

 

Parents who use the back for drop off should follow the directions of the teachers in the parking lot. They are there to assist students and maintain a safe environment.  

 

Under no circumstances are parents to park their cars in the middle of the line and leave them unattended to walk students into the building.  

 

** We ask that parents refrain from cellphone use in the parking areas while dropping off and picking up their children.

 

Abrams Notes
 

Birthday Celebrations at School
When sending birthday treats into school to celebrate that special day for your child, please consider sending in a healthy treat, such as frozen fruit bars, rice cakes, fruit salad or cups, sugar free pudding snacks, yogurt cake or pie, cheese sticks, light popcorn or air popped popcorn (when age appropriate), pretzels, carrots/celery (when age appropriate).

Please do not send anything with nuts due to allergies. 

In order to maintain a consistent kashrut policy and to avoid confusion, ALL orders for birthday cakes/cupcakes MUST be ordered from Cramer’s Bakery, 16 E. Afton Avenue, Yardley. Cramer’s will deliver the order to the school at a discounted price.

Please call Kim Pierce at 215-321-5707 to place your cake/ cupcake order.

 

Celebrate Your Simcha at Abrams

 

Abrams Hebrew Academy is a perfect choice to host your family or social affair, business meeting or athletic event.  Whether you’re looking for an inviting space to celebrate a special occasion; a meeting area with state-of-the art technology; a fun, safe environment for a child’s birthday; or a gym or athletic field for a sporting event, Abrams can accommodate your needs and your budget.  For more information on room rentals at Abrams Hebrew Academy, call (215) 493-1800 or e-mail info@abramsonline.org.

Check Your Child’s Assignments with Homework Now

Parents- all homework will be posted on-line by all teachers grades K-8 by Sunday evening each week.

Instructions for use of homeworknow.com:

Click on homeworknow.com

Click on Parent and Student

Click on find school

Click on Pennsylvania

Click on Abrams Hebrew Academy

Click on your child’s teacher

View homework assignments

     

Share Abrams News With Others

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Information about the Extra

Please submit any information to be considered for inclusion in the Extra to Dale Sattin, Director of Development & Communications: dsattin@abramsonline.org. (215) 493-1800 ext. 22 by
Wednesday of the target week.

Abrams Dress Code
 
Dress Code
 
Studies have found that appropriate dress influences behavior and learning.  Abrams strives through the dress code to maximize the learning environment.
Respect for the sensitivities of others requires that students/parents/guests follow reasonable standards of modesty and privacy.  We ask that students/parents/guests dress in a manner befitting a Jewish day school when entering the building.
Dress Code for Grades 1-8
  • Clothing cannot advertise or advocate the use of alcohol, drugs, tobacco or weapons.
  •  Clothing cannot display writing or pictures that are obscene or suggestive.
  • No writing or pictures on the back of pants.
  • No sleepwear or bedroom slippers to be worn at any time, unless pre-approved for a special occasion.
  • Heavy linked chains may not be worn as jewelry.
  • No extreme hair colors are permitted.
  • All boys must come to school wearing a kippah.  Baseball caps and other head coverings are NOT permitted.
  • No sleeveless shirts, tank tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops, crop tops, belly shirts, or tight shirts.
Dress Code for Boys Grades 5-8
  • Shirts, sweatshirts, tank tops, and tee-shirts should be appropriate for school.  Students may not wear undershirts.
  • Pants or denim jeans must be properly hemmed and not dragging on the floor.  Pants will not have rips, holes, or fraying and will not be too tight or over-sized.
  • Shorts must be to the knee.
  • Pants/shorts will not sag, as underwear may not be visible.
  • Boys are to be clean-shaven.
  • Hair is to be well groomed.  Partially or fully shaved heads and ponytails are not allowed.
  • Piercings of any kind are not allowed.
Dress Code for Girls Grades 5-8
 
  • Dresses/skirts/shorts must be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee.
  •  Pants or denim jeans must be properly hemmed and not dragging on the floor.  Pants or shorts will not have rips, holes, or fraying and will not be too tight.
  • Leggings of any type are not permitted to be worn in place of skirts or pants, but may be worn under clothing.  If worn, they must be accompanied by a fingertip length or longer, dress, skirt, or top.
  • Clothing that exposes any part of the midriff, cleavage (front or rear), or any clothing excessively revealing may not be worn.
  • Clothing materials for tops and bottoms must be opaque (not see-through).
Consequences for Students Who Do Not Follow the Dress Code:
  • 1st Offense – Explain to student what is wrong with his/her attire.  Student must change into appropriate clothing.
  • 2nd Offense – Written notification that requires parent signature.  Student must change into appropriate clothing.
  • 3rd Offense – Student must change clothes to follow guidelines and parent is called on the telephone immediately.
  • 4th Offense – Suspension from school.
  • Parent conference required for student to return to school.

 

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