VOLUME 12 NUMBER 10 NOVEMBER 27, 2013 24 CHESVAN 5774
UPCOMING Parshat Miketz/Shabbat Chanuka By: Rabbi Landsman
EVENTS The uniqueness of the holiday of Chanuka is apparent in the fact that it is so widely cele-
Candle Lighting: 4:11 brated amongst the Jews the world over and no matter what their level of Jewish observance is. It is
Havdallah: 5:11 not only that Chanuka has the "good fortune" of always falling in the month of December that ac-
counts for this level of interest in it. This is definitely a factor, but Rabbi Wein says that he does not
Thurs., Nov. 28 - believe it to be the deciding factor. Rather, Chanuka represents the last refuge of Jews who want to
Mon., Dec. 2 be Jewish but are unable to verbalize or express in their actions that inner desire. So, Jews allow
Thanksgiving
Chanuka to speak for us. Chanuka declares clearly that HaShem is in the world, that there are
Chanuka basic principles of faith and godly behavior that are worth great sacrifices. That a little light can
overcome a sea of darkness and that HaShem demands a certain greatness from the Jewish people
No Sessions and He will perform miracles to guarantee human realization of His presence in world events. Cer-
Tues., Dec. 3 tainly in this century when Marx, Lenin, Stalin, Hitler and other representatives of the new, modern,
progressive world, were ascendant, the lights of Chanuka were certainly dim and the ideas they
Sessions Resume represented were only capable of being whispered but not proclaimed. So the Jewish person re-
treated into Chanuka and let the holiday itself speak for them and their inner being and hopes.
Rosh Chodesh One of the qualities of Chanuka, which the Talmud emphasizes, is the concept of pirsumay
Wed., Dec 4 nissa the requirement to publicize and make known the miracle of Chanuka. Thus the lights of
Rosh Chodesh Chanuka are lit in a window that opens to the outside street. In Israel they light the lights of Chanu-
ka in the passageway of their outside doors so that they shine on the street. The lights of Chanuka,
Thurs., Dec. 5 are the symbol of the miracle and the lessons of this holiday, thereby become a public statement of
Jewish faith and of our deepest instincts and godly intuition. What we cannot say in words, either
Preschool
Chanuka Presentation out of ignorance, shame, or weakness, we say therefore with the lights of Chanuka themselves.
The problems in Jewish life that Chanuka records for us are still present today in the Jewish
Sun., Dec. 8 world. The Hellenistic Jews no longer go by that name but their program of advocating unchecked
5-8 Grade Jewish assimilation, no matter what the cost, still lives on. There are other Jews in our time that ad-
vocate putting all of our trust in our own might and power, even though all of the history of the
Parent-Child Learning events of this bloody century seem to deny the validity of such a strategy. There are still other Jews
Program that are blind to the realities of being subjugated and are unappreciative of the benefits, spiritual
Tues., Dec., 10 and physical, of being an independent nation. All of these groups existed within the Jewish world of
the Hasmoneans almost twenty-two centuries ago. The victory and miracles of Chanuka stand as a
Parent Teacher stark reminder to all of us that we have been through this trial once before. A wise people learn
Conferences from its past history. Chanuka and its lights are a powerful memory aid for all of us.
3:45 Dismissal K-8 The Torah records for us in this week's reading the story of the fulfillment of Yosef's dreams.
The Torah reading of Miketz almost invariably coincides with the Sabbath of Chanuka. The mes-
sage here is also clear. Chanuka and Jewish dreams are inseparable. In order to have a meaningful,
YCQ Family News spiritual, Jewish life, one must be a dreamer. One must have a maximum vision of one's self and
one's importance and contributions to Jewish life and destiny. Without that vision, it is difficult to
Mazal Tov to Josh appreciate the lights of Chanuka. For Chanuka not only commemorates our past, it is meant to
Weinstein on his Bar illustrate our future. It gives hope for our dreams' fulfillment and a sense of confidence, Jewish confi-
dence that somehow all will yet be right for us and for all of humankind.
Mitzvah! Shabbat Shalom, Chanuka Sameach, and Happy Thanksgiving!
CHANUKAH SCHEDULE FOR AFTER‐SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Wednesday November 27, 2013: No a er school programs except for E2K and 4:30 Room
Thursday November 28 ‐ Monday December 2, 2013: Thanksgiving/Chanukah ‐ No Sessions
Tuesday December 3, 2013: No a er school programs, except there will be 4:30 Room
Wednesday December 4, 2013: No a er school programs, except there will be 4:30 Room
Thursday December 5, 2013: No a er school programs, except there will be 4:30 Room
Mishmar and hockey prac ce.
Bat Mitzvah Workshop
This past Wednesday the sixth grade girls and their mothers shared a special evening to-
gether in honor of the girls becoming Bnot Mitzvah. The program began with a Dvar
Torah from Rabbi Landsman, then Mrs. Golubchik spoke about the “3 P’s” of a Bat Mit-
vah (preparation, procedure and party). Mrs. Marcy Davidovics, our school social work-
er led a “Values Clarification Session” with mothers and daughters. Mrs. Tzirel Gold-
chmeidt, YCQ dance instructor, led the girls and their mothers in simcha dancing, Atara
Teitelman gave a beautiful Dvar Torah, and everyone partook in a delicious dinner ca-
tered by “Carlos and Gabby’s”. It was a most beautiful and memorable evening.
Names Not Numbers Visits
The Museum of Jewish Heritage
On Tuesday, November 19, 8th grade students in Names not Numbers visited the Museum of
Jewish Heritage as part of their training. Students were given a special tour tailored to the pro‐
ject and then had a seminar about ethical wills. Later that week, three groups interviewed their
survivors, while grandchildren, friends, and spouses looked on. It was an incredibly inspira onal
week for all.
YCQ DEBATE TEAM PLAYS AND IS VICTORIOUS
BY: JOSH WEINSTEIN AND BENJY GOTTESMAN, 8TH GRADE
This past Wednesday, the YCQ Debate Team hosted SAR Academy, and Yeshiva of Flat-
bush for an intense debate. The resolution the student’s debated against was “The Nation-
al Security Agency should stop monitoring the use of the cell phone as well as of the In-
ternet by Americans”. After a debate well played, YCQ won the competition. Congratula-
tions to our individual winners Shir Levy, upon receiving 1st Place Speaker, Josh Wein-
stein, upon receiving 2nd Place Speaker, and a tie between Marnie and Michelle
Weingarten, upon receiving 3rd Place Speakers. Congratulations as well to our team win-
ners. 1st Place Team: Shir Levy and Marnie Weingarten. 2nd Place Team: Josh Weinstein
and Michelle Weingarten. AND CONGRATULATIONS TO YCQ UPON WINNING
FIRST PLACE SCHOOL! It was a great debate!
Third Grade Melave Malka
This past Motzei Shabbat our third grade students enjoyed the Intergenerational Melavah Malkah. With beautiful
musical accompaniment from Rabbi Lipsker, the students proudly climbed the stage and sang songs about Shabbat.
Afterwards, the students and parents enjoyed a beautiful slideshow featuring all of the third grade students. The
performance ended with a beautiful ceremony recognizing Morah Patchen’s 25 years of dedication to YCQ. A
beautiful collation was set up in the gym where the students and families enjoyed an entertaining magician. We
would like to thank the following volunteers who ensured the success of the program, Mrs. Benson, Mrs. Lubeck,
Morah Maxine, Mrs. Leah Shedlo, Mrs. Hillary Landsberg, Dr. Eve Sullivan, Mrs. Ziva Besalel, Mrs. Nancy
Schindler, Mrs. Flamenbaum, Mrs. Shachar, Rabbi Todd Sullivan, Benjy Schickman, Dr. Josh Sisser, Mrs. Sima
Anscelovics, Mrs. Shelly Peretz, Mrs. Carrie Beylus, Rabbi Eisenberg, Mrs. Jodi Tanzman, Rebecca Konigsberg,
the eighth grade girls for setting up on Friday and the 6th and 7th grade siblings who acted as waitresses.
Yeshiva of Central Queens Chanukah Schedule 2013-5774
Sixth Day of Chanukah Seventh Day of Chanukah Eighth Day of Chanukah
Friday, December 6
Rosh Chodesh Tevet Rosh Chodesh Tevet Thursday, December 5
Tuesday, December 3 Wednesday, December 4 9:20 Fourth and Fi h Grade Hallel in the Shul
4th and 5th Grade Hallel in Class JHS Rosh Chodesh/Chanukah Chabad Olive Oil Workshop ‐ Shul AZAMRA DJ
Breakfast 9:00 ‐ 1st Grade 9:00‐9:30 Grades 2 & 3
JHS Rosh Chodesh/Chanukah
Breakfast 9:20 Fourth and Fi h Grade Hallel in the Shul 10:00 ‐ 2st Grade 9:30‐10:00 Grade 1
10:00‐10:30 JHS Girls
PRESCHOOL PLAYS 10:30‐11:00 JHS Boys
11:00‐11:30 Grades 4 & 5
Rabbi Nat and the Neshama Chanukah Chocolate Making‐Shul 9:00 K‐102 10:00 K‐105 11:30‐12:00 Grades N & K
(Program in the gym)
Orchestra 10:30 4‐304 and 4‐307 11:00 K‐100 12:00 K‐101
9:00—9:45 Grades N‐4 11:00 4‐305 and 4‐306 1:00 N‐109 1:30 N‐208
10:00—10:45 Grades 5‐8
(Concert in the gym) 12:00 5‐300 and 5‐301
5th Grade Chesed Trips
12:30 5‐302 and 5‐303 10:15 ‐ 5‐301 ‐ Franklin Nursing Homes
11:00‐1:00 Third Grade Chanukah 10:15 ‐ 5‐300 ‐ Meadow Park
Dreidel Spin Off ‐ Shul
10:30 ‐ 4th Grade Extravaganza Utopia JC 10:15 ‐ 5‐302 ‐ Holliswood Center
12:00 ‐ 3rd Grade
SMALL WONDER PUPPET THEATER 10:15 ‐ 5‐303 ‐ Margret Teitz
1:00 ‐ 5th Grade
JHS MPR Amazing Race
4:45 Third Grade Sings at JFK 10:00 ‐ Grades 1, 2 1:30 Fourth Grade
Airport
10:45 ‐ Grades N, K 3:30 Fi h Grade
Chanukah Par es
6th Grade Boys at Rabbi Dreidel Spin Off ‐ Shul
Russek’s Home ‐ 7:30
1:15 ‐ 1st Grade 12‐4 6th Grade Boys Trip to the MET
2:30 ‐ 2nd Grade 4:30 8th Grade Boys Rebbe Party
in MPR
JHS Chesed Trips 7th Grade Boys Chanukah Party
(During first and second period)
10:30 ‐ 6G1 ‐ Rego Park Senior Care
10:30 ‐ 6G2 ‐ Queens Center
10:15 ‐ 6B1 ‐ Cliffside Nursing Home
10:15 ‐ 6B2 ‐ Wavecrest Nursing Home
9:30 ‐ 7th Grade Boys ‐ Bais Ezra
10:30 ‐ 7th Grade Girls ‐ QJCC Food Pantry
10:45 ‐ 8th Grade Boys and Girls Hos ng Otsar
4:30 JHS Girls Chanuka Party MPR
A Message from the YCQ Parents
Dear Parents: Association
As Chanukah approaches, please join us in showing our Hakarat
Hana
dtocvotmo the adm inistration , teach ers i and s t aff f o r the dedication
mitment they show t o our ch ldre n eve r y day.
We ask that you send in your gift of $25.00 per child,
with a cap of $60 per family of three children or more.
Please keep in mind that these funds are distributed entirely to
staff at YCQ, including principals; Rabbeim; teachers; assistant
teachers; all specialty teachers, such as art, computers, dance,
gym, library, music, resource room; the nurse; administrative,
kitchen and custodial staff and building guards. There are over
150 staff members in all.
This is an opportunity to show your support and gratitude.
Please be sure to list your child(ren)'s name and grade/class
below.
Thank you for your participation,
The Officers of the Parents Association
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Please address envelope to YCQ PA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Child's Name _________________________________________ Grade & Class _______________
Child's Name _________________________________________ Grade & Class _______________
Child's Name _________________________________________ Grade & Class _______________
Child's Name _________________________________________ Grade & Class _______________
Child's Name _________________________________________ Grade & Class _______________
Total Amount: ($60 cap for families with 3 or more children) $_________
and PICKUP FRIDAY DEC. 6TH!
Please bring NEW toys to help keep 2013
children occupied and happy during
difficult mes in their lives.
Please make sure to:
Not wrap the toys
Not donate toy guns or
DROP OFF TABLES LOCATED IN FRONT LOBBIES OF
ELEMENTARY AND JHS BUILDINGS . TIZKU L’MITZVOT!!!
Parent Teacher Conferences, Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Class Time Sign In Loca on of Conference
5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
1‐200, 1‐201,
1‐202 5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
2‐204, 5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
2‐206, 2‐207 5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
3‐209, 3‐210,
3‐211
4‐304
5‐302, 5‐303 5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
(Finkelstein, Rosen, Orlanski,
Hoffman)
JHS Girls 6:00‐9:00 No Sign In Lunchroom
First come first serve
Parent Teacher Conferences, Monday, December 16, 2013
Class Time Sign In Loca on & Conference
N‐109 & N‐208 5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
K‐100, K‐101 5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
5:30‐9:30 Classroom
K‐102, K‐105 5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
1‐203 5:30‐9:30 Classroom
5:30‐9:30 Sign in Online Classroom
(Blass, Greenwald) 5:30‐9:30 Classroom
6:00‐9:00 Sign in Online Lunchroom
2‐204, 2‐205 Sign in Online
(Kupferman, Berkowitz) Sign in Online
3‐212 No Sign In
(Patchen, Chuback) First come first serve
4‐305,
4‐306, 4‐307
5‐300, 5‐301
(Fried, Rohr, Hoffman, Kahn )
JHS Boys
147-37 70th Road • Flushing, NY 11367 • 718-793-8500
בס"ד
Dear Nursery ‐ 5th Grade Parents:
As Parent Teacher Conferences are approaching, we would like to extend an invita on for you to u lize the conference op on
ParentLocker. ParentLocker allows you to select the me slots and create your schedule prior to arriving at school on Parent Teach‐
er night. The scheduling system is first come/first serve, so the earlier you sign up, the more availability there will be for appoint‐
ments, and the more likely you will be able to customize a convenient schedule for yourself.
Before beginning the process please check the following schedule of conference dates and mes in order to know when the teach‐
ers you would like to see will be available:
Please Note: Fourth grade parents should not sign up for a Math Conference. Rather it should be done via phone or e‐mail.
Date Grades Times Slot length
Tuesday, 1st Grade, 2‐206, 2‐207, 3rd grade, 5:30pm to 10 Minutes per appoint‐
December 10, 2013 4‐304, 5‐302, 5‐303 9:30pm ment
5th Grade 5 Minutes per
appointment
Monday, Nursery, Kindergarten, 1‐202, 1‐203, 5:30pm to 10 Minutes per appoint‐
December 16, 2013 2‐204, 2‐205, 3‐211, 3‐212, 4‐305, 4‐306,
4‐307 5‐300, 5‐301 9:30pm ment
5th Grade 5 Minutes per
appointment
The online registraƟon system will only be open for registraƟon beginning at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 19th unƟl
December 3 at 11:00 AM .
Please remember that the system is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE and registra on should be completed as early as
possible to help ensure the most convenient schedule possible for you.
For Parents without access to a computer or internet connec on, Hadas or Liron (contact info below) will be avail‐
able by email or phone to assist in the registra on process. Those parents who use this method will be provided
with a printed schedule which can be picked up from Hadas in Rabbi Landsman’s office.
If you have any ques ons or comments at any point in the process, please contact Hadas at (718) 793‐8500 Ext.
310 [email protected] or Liron at Ext. 330 [email protected].
Thank you,
The Yeshiva of Central Queens
Third Grade Intergenerational Melave Malka
YCQ Debate Team
Sixth Grade Bat Mitzvah Workshop