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2 he Hebrew Academy of Cleveland recently launched its fifty-ninth Scholarship Fund Campaign. Co-chairs of the 2001/02 Scholarship Fund Campaign are Dr. Louis Malcmacher, Mr. Alan Schabes, and Mr. Jeffrey Soclof. The Academy, which provides a dynamic Jewish and secular education from early childhood through high school, has a 2001/2002 scholarship campaign goal of $1,300,000. The importance of the campaign is magnified since over 60% of Academy students benefit from scholarships. The Campaign culminates with a gala dinner to be held on Sunday, March 10, 2002 at the Cleveland Marriot Downtown at Key Center. The event will pay tribute to Rabbi Nosson Tzvi Baron. In addition, the prestigious Alumni Award will be presented to Chaim and Hali Gottesman of Baltimore, Maryland. The Hebrew Academy is proud to acknowledge and celebrate the forty years of Torah learning and educational excellence that Rabbi Baron has provided as Rosh Mesivta and senior educator. Rabbi Baron was born in the Lithuanian town of Tavrig and studied in the Telshe Yeshiva in Lithuania. At the outbreak of World War II, Rabbi Baron fled to Siberia together with a group of Telshe students. The group then crossed Europe, arrived on these shores and traveled to Cleveland where Telshe Yeshiva was reestablished. Subsequently, Rabbi Baron served as an instructor at Telshe Yeshiva for eleven years. Rabbi Baron, editor of the classic Peninei Daas, has served as Rosh Mesivta and senior educator at the Academy for over two generations. He is a beloved and inspiring Rebbe who has shown an extraordinary ability to connect with his students and formulate strong bonds with each individual student. During Rabbi Baron’s tenure, hundreds of students have graduated and embarked on successful careers in Jewish education and in the secular world. Many graduates continue to maintain strong relationships with Rabbi Baron. Rabbi Baron and his wife, Rochel, are the parents of two sons, both Academy alumni and prominent Jewish educators. Rabbi Baron’s caring and concern for the Judaic education of his students continues to serve as an example for teachers and parents throughout the Academy. Chaim and Hali Gottesman reside in Baltimore, Maryland. Chaim Gottesman is President of International Program Managers, a specialty insurance agency with offices in Baltimore and Tel Aviv. An alumnus of the Academy, Chaim was ordained at Ner Israel Rabbinical College and earned a Masters Degree in Education from Loyola College in Baltimore. He is Chairman of the Vaad Hachinuch and Vice President of Baltimore’s Shalheves High School; Chairman of the Youth Commission of the Atlantic Seaborad Region of NCSY and a member of the National NCSY Structures and Regions Committee. Chaim is also a board member of Etz Chaim-Encounter, an adult outreach program. A graduate of the Beatrice Stone Yavne High School, Hali Kuhr Gottesman continued her education at Stern College for Women and received both her Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Towson State University. Hali is the Dorm Mother for Maalot Seminary and an occupational therapist in a private practice affiliated with the Jewish Family Service of Baltimore. She is also active in various Baltimore communal organizations including the Chevra Kadisha and Mikva. The Gottesmans maintain an open home and devote much of their efforts on behalf of youth in the Baltimore community. In addition to counseling and teaching, the Gottesmans are participants in the local Jewish Foster Care Program. Chaim and Hali are the proud parents of three married children with families of their own. UPDATE ON BEATRICE J. STONE YAVNE BUILDING Recent snowfalls have not deterred the steady construction of the Yavne High School. Building proceeds at a steady pace. Mr. Ivan Soclof, President of the Hebrew Academy, states that, "the building, as the construction unfolds, continues to measure up to its expectations as a cutting edge educational facility. We are on target for opening the facility for the school year beginning August 2002." ACADEMY LAUNCHES SCHOLARSHIP CAMPAIGN Rabbi Nosson Tzvi Baron T Chaim and Hali Gottesman ACADEMY LAUNCHES SCHOLARSHIP CAMPAIGN
7 ENGAGEMENTS/MARRIAGES Shlomo Rapaport to Brochah Stern Chava Shoshana Rapaport to Menachem Neuhaus Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Dovid Rapaport and Rabbi and Mrs. N.W. Dessler Leah Sorotzkin to Dovid Mermelstein Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Eli Meir Sorotzkin and Rebbetzin Rochel Sorotzkin Eric Schubert to Charna Schwartz Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Schubert and Mrs. Belle Katz Naftoli Wolf to Ruti Dardashti Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Sruly Wolf and Rebbetzin Anna Moses Brocha Scheinbaum to Menachem Sofer Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Leib Scheinbaum Malky Solowitch to Yissochor Dov Dim Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Eric Solowitch and Mrs. Miriam Kazen Dina Jakobowitch to Heshy Platschek Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Alex Jakobowitch And Mr. and Mrs. Eliyahu Abraham Penina Newman to Chezky Levovitz Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Moishe Newman and Mr. and Mrs. Lazar Newman Devorah Leah Neuman to Binyomin Lemberger Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. B Neuman, Rabbi and Mrs. Shlomo Moerman and Mr. and Mrs. Lazar Newman Chaya Bassi Mann to Chezky Mendlowitz Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Shmuel Y. Mann and Rabbi and Mrs. M.Z. Mann Ahuva Levitansky to Eli Donat Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Nochum Levitansky and Mrs. Sonya Levitansky Avromi Frisch to Dina Davidowitz Mazel Tov to Mrs. Penina Cudeck Boruch Chaim Mandel to Batia Vertiger Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Shlomo Noach Mandel and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Mandel Rochel Schnittlinger to Sender Stoll Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Alex Schnittlinger Menashe Hauer to Malky Tesser Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Shlomo Hauer and Rabbi and Mrs. Eliezer Levy Raisie Abraham to Zevy Goldberg Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Abraham and Mr. and Mrs. Eliyahu Abraham Yitzchok Klahr to Rivki Burstyn Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Pinchus Klahr Nechama Berman to Yossi Robinson Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Nate Berman Aryeh Bensinger to Leah Eisikovic Mazel Tov to Mr. David Bensinger, Mrs. Marilyn Bensinger, and Mrs. Rose Bensinger BIRTHS Rabbi and Mrs. Eli Dessler (boy) Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. N.W. Dessler Rabbi and Mrs. Yaakov Kanarek (boy) Rabbi and Mrs. Eliyahu Schiff (twin girls) Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Emanuel Schiff and Rabbi and Mrs. N.W. Dessler Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Soclof (boy) Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Soclof Rabbi and Mrs. Yaakov Hersch (boy) Rabbi and Mrs. Yaakov Schwimmer (boy) Mr. and Mrs. Marcello Weiss (girl) Mr. and Mrs. Josh Rush (girl) Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Lefkowitz (girl) Rabbi and Mrs. Shaul Bodenstein (boy) Mr. and Mrs. Yosef Aryeh Greenberger (boy) Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Binyomin Greenberger and Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Greenberger Rabbi and Mrs. Sruly Mann (girl) Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Shmuel Y. Mann and Rabbi and Mrs. M.Z. Mann Rabbi and Mrs. Hillel Drazin (boy) Rabbi and Mrs. Yossi Weimer (girl) Mr. and Mrs. Mordechai Weimer (girl) Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Shraga Weimer Rabbi and Mrs. Aharon Nathan (girl) Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Calman Fishman Rabbi and Mrs. Zvi Feiner (boy) Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Y.Z. Katz Mr. and Mrs. Yitzchok Deutsch (girl) Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Shia Newman and Mr. and Mrs. Lazar Newman Mr. and Mrs. Harry Newmark (boy) Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Sam Newmark Rabbi and Mrs. Nachum Sokol (girl) Rabbi and Mrs. Shmuel Moerman (girl) Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Shlomo Moerman Rabbi and Mrs. Simcha Greenwald (boy) Rabbi and Mrs. Avi Lerman (boy) Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs. Yochanan Greenwald Rabbi and Mrs. Shmuli Schottenstein (girl) Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Schottenstein Rabbi and Mrs. Moshe Tzvi Cohen (boy) Mazel Tov to Dr. and Mrs. Mark Winters Dr. and Mrs. Brian Wolovitz (girl) continued on page 8 ALUMNI NACHAS
4 The Academy has always treasured and utilized the benefits of close ties between administration, teachers, and staff. PTA has organized a series of evening discussions with our professional experts who work in the school on a daily basis, providing guidance to teachers and parents and relevant services to individual students. These professionals include social workers, speech and occupational therapists, and interventionists. A program in October discussed the challenges of providing stability for our children in a complex world. A November program addressed the issue of teaching organizational skills. Future programs will continue to strengthen the productive bonds between all members of the "Academy family." The Academy also catered a sumptuous and entertaining Melaveh Malkah which was well attended by a crowd of veteran and new Academy families. The theme of the Melaveh Malkah was a hearty welcome to the new families that joined our school. Bedecked with street signs, mailboxes, leaves, and other neighborhood decorations, the girls dining room was transformed into "The Hebrew Academy – One Big Welcoming Neighborhood." Guests enjoyed delicious food, wonderful tales, games, prizes, and good company. Rabbi Simcha Dessler welcomed the thirty new families who joined the Academy this year. New parents, Dr. Eli Feen of the Department of Neurology, University Hospitals and Dr. David Lever of the Department of Gastroenterology, The Cleveland Clinic, lauded the Academy for greeting their families with open arms and making their transitions so pleasant. A huge yasher koach to our wonderful parents, Mrs. Julie Newman, Mrs. Adi Feen, Mrs. Tamar Lichtenstein, Mrs. Batsheva Frankel, and Mrs. Edna Jaffa for coordinating a warm and highly successful evening. OUR PARENTS - OUR PARTNERS The Canton, Ohio Jewish community was impressed and inspired by a recent, community-wide Shabbaton featuring the enthusiastic participation of the eleventh grade students of the Yeshiva High School. The entire community benefited from the boys knowledge and dedication to Torah. Several students delivered divrei Torah during a community kiddush and luncheon that followed davening. Rabbi Yosef Koval, Rabbi of Agudas Achim of Canton, exclaimed, "The community valued the opportunity to meet with orthodox boys. They were impressed with the boys’ knowledge, how they spoke, and how well-mannered they were. The whole Shabbaton was a true kidush Hashem." The community eagerly invited the bochurim back to return and inspire them further. SHABBATON IN CANTON Pictured are Rabbi Yitzchak Kasnett, MS Principal, General Studies and Mr. Roger Racey and his fourth graders. Beatrice Stone Yavne High School graduates spending their post high school year in seminaries in Israel recently held a reunion there. VOCABULARY WEEK AT THE ACADEMY! VOCABULARY WEEK AT THE ACADEMY!
5 A record enrollment of over 200 students took part in voluntary after-school enrichment classes this year. The program includes some perennial favorites like the illustrious Cocoa Club, where boys rise extra early and arrive in school one half hour prior to Shacharis for added Mishnayos study, and the equally popular Mishnayos and Talmud programs where our talmidim remain after regular school hours in order to imbibe more Torah studies. This year, several hands-on enrichment programs were added so that students could develop personal skills and individual hobbies in a Torah atmosphere with classmates and friends. Programs include chess, woodworking, bowling, ice skating, sculpting, gymnastics, choir, and dance. AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT DVAR TORAH FROM AN ALUMNUS Rabbi Dr. Abba Engelberg, Dean, Machon Tal Jerusalem College of Technology Jerusalem, Israel The Mishna in Pirkei Avos tells us: Without Torah, there can be no derech eretz, without derech eretz there can be no Torah. The Bartenura explains that derech eretz refers to the way in which one conducts his business dealings with apparent reference to courtesy, honesty, and morality. The question arises: Are these qualities not included in the laws of the Torah, why is a separate injunction needed in the aforementioned Mishna? It seems that the Mishna means to tell us that without the laws of the Torah which refer to the relationship between man and Hashem, one would not properly observe those laws which refer to the relationship between man and man. Maimonides, based on the Talmud Gittin 59b, states that the entire Torah was given only so that peace should prevail in the world; in other words, morality should be the final goal of observing the laws of the Torah. Rabbi Schubert Spero elucidates further on this principle and explains that before a person can accept the yolk of believing in the Torah, he must possess a rudimentary sense of morality. All who were present at Har Sinai felt no doubt that the Torah was in fact given to Bnei Yisroel. However, the question would still remain, why is it necessary to fulfill the laws which appear in the Torah. The fact that somebody tells you to perform a certain act does not automatically mean that you should fulfill that act. A person has to first be convinced that the one who issues decrees is worthy of our obedience. Therefore, in order to choose to obey the Torah, a person must realize that Hashem created and sustains us. The least that we can do in return is obey His requests. Such reasoning is the basis of the moral value called gratitude which is defined in our preliminary verse as derech eretz. Thus, a fuller reading of our first verse would explain: Without following the precepts of Torah there can be no morality; without the gratitude inculcated in the concept of derech eretz there would be no obedience to the laws of the Torah. ALUMNI CORNER A capacity crowd enjoyed the Father/Son Chavrusa Program recently held at the Sapirstein Campus. Six Academy parents participated in a week long Federation Solidarity Mission to Israel, led by Mr. Charles Ratner, Board Chair and Mr. Joel Fox, Executive Vice-President. Rabbi Eli Dessler, Mr. Steve Belkin, Mr. Zack Cohen, Mr. Gershon Ireland and Mrs. Yelena Lidsky joined 200 Cleveland representatives for a whirlwind, inspiring visit to Israel. One of the trip’s highlights was a visit to Kibutz Merav where Academy alumnus, Mr. Yitz Feigenbaum made a presentation. Kol Hakovod to the JCF for their successfull show of solidarity during a time of challenge. ACADEMY PARENTS JOIN FEDERATION MISSION TO ISRAEL
6 The world of young children is filled with wonder, excitement, and eager learning. Our Early Childhood division, a highly popular program, is bustling with action and activity. Zoo trips, nature walks, Parsha projects, library visits, daily arts and crafts activities, cooking and baking, puppetry, music programs, and even a traveling computer add to the aura of shining faces, busy hands, active minds, and dedicated, creative staff. Teachers and parents constantly share child-rearing information through weekly newsletters, a monthly bulletin, and frequent communication. Teachers participate continuously in a host of seminars and continuing education programs This multi-leveled approach is the best of all educational beginnings and our children thrive as they learn and have fun. Over one hundred children are presently enrolled in the eight classes of our Early Childhood program. Registration for 2002/03 has begun and classes are quickly filling up. Call (216) 321-5838 to enroll. EARLY CHILDHOOD DIVISION This year the emphasis in our technology program has shifted from teaching computer skills in an isolated environment to teaching technology skills as part of grade-level curriculum. The Computer Lab is viewed as an adjunct and enhancer of regular curriculum rather than as an isolated skill. Grades One through Three used the program MultiMedia Kid Pix to create class projects while Grade Four used Graph Club to chart weather patterns in various cities throughout the United States. Grade Five used the Inspiration program to work on book reports, and Grade Six used Hyperstudio, Compton’s Encyclopedia, and a map skills program to complete geography projects. High school students learn MK, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Front Office, and Publisher. Besides these regular classes, students frequently use the Computer Lab to research and enhance projects in subjects ranging from Spanish to Science and History. INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY INTO THE CURRICULUM The Hebrew Academy owes a large debt of gratitude to Mr. and Mrs. Phil Edlis, a couple who were instrumental in the establishment of the school and played a pivotal role in changing the face of Jewish education in Cleveland, and ultimately, around the world. The Edlis’ had no children of their own, yet in 1943, Mr. Edlis knocked on doors in an effort to convince parents to agree to a day school education for their children. During an era when most people did not appreciate the concept, Mr. Edlis had a vision and was determined to see a flourishing Jewish day school in Cleveland. He felt strongly that Jewish youth must be provided with the skills and tools to understand and appreciate their tradition and to choose Judaism as an integral component of their lives. He planted a seed, nurtured it, and watched it grow. For years he worked tirelessly to achieve his objective. And achieve it, he most certainly did. "Who would have believed it?" Mr. Edlis would exclaim, referring to the dynamic growth and development of the Hebrew Academy and of day schools around the globe. Mr. Edlis was the first president of the Hebrew Academy and remained involved and devoted to the Academy throughout his life. The Edlis’ were honored for their dedication when the school named its elementary division The Philip and Mary Edlis Elementary School of the Hebrew Academy. The Edlis’ were incredibly devoted to each other and their life together was, in the words of Mr. Edlis, "A beautiful, cooperation partnership." Mary shared Phil’s vision in every way. Several decades of Academy students benefited from their friendliness, warmth, and caring. In later years, those who visited the Edlis’ in Menorah Park left greatly inspired by their extraordinary faith, even in difficult times, and their constant acknowledgement of the benevolence of Hashem. "Phil and Mary felt that the crowning achievement of their lives was establishing the Hebrew Academy," Rabbi N.W. Dessler noted. The hundreds of staff and students who met, spoke, and interacted with this outstanding couple would ardently concur. They would add, however, that the Edlis’ enthusiasm and devotion bore fruit and left an inspiring, indelible imprint upon their lives and the growth of Jewish education in Cleveland and beyond. IN TRIBUTE TO PHIL AND MARY EDLIS, k”z
3 This academic year has evolved into a magnificent tapestry in progress. Woven into the fabric of this stimulating educational experience are innovation and development, vibrancy and excitement. With Siyata d’Shmaya, the Academy was blessed with another year of increased enrollment as we welcomed 30 new families. Construction and expansion is currently underway for the new Beatrice Stone Yavne building in Beachwood and at the Jacob Sapirstein Campus in Lyndhurst. In addition, after acquiring two homes adjacent to the school, the Academy has proceeded with its plan to reroute the flow of traffic on South Taylor Road enhancing the safety of our children. The lifeline of the school is in its vibrant programs. Character education is an indispensable component of academic success. Reinforcing the school’s mission are a host of innovative midos and community service programs throughout each division. Over 200 children participate in a variety of voluntary after-school enrichment opportunities. Many students are participants in the national V’Dibarta Bam Mishnayos program, perpetuating the memory of the 1.5 million children who perished in the Holocaust. With new State standards being introduced, the General Studies division has begun implementation of an exceedingly challenging curriculum that brings an exciting new atmosphere into the classrooms. Currently, more teachers than ever benefit from continuing education courses. The Academy, a pioneer in day school education, enjoys an incredible past. Yet, we look toward the future – to create an even more dynamic learning environment for our students while continuing our vital impact in Cleveland’s Jewish community and in communities around the world. To this end, the Academy is currently engaged in a comprehensive self-study under the auspices of the JECC and the Jewish Community Federation which will enable our leadership to build upon our strengths and to explore strategic planning for the future. Come and visit the Academy. Experience and capture first-hand the energy and enthusiasm of a dynamic staff, our delightful children and the ruach which permeates the halls. FROM THE DESK OF THE EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR Throughout all divisions of the Academy emphasis is placed on the incorporation of midos training into the educational goals created for our students. Teachers focus on motivating students with a deeply ingrained desire to act in a kind and benevolent fashion throughout their day and throughout their lives. The Yeshiva Ketana division has instituted Project BEAM (Be a Mentsch) together with its counterpart Project RAYS (Respect all your Schoolmates). The students earn buttons, badges, and membership cards for performing daily acts of consideration and ahavas Yisroel that are often overlooked. The boys write a newspaper, "Honorable Mentchen," that is replete with stories of good midos and maasim tovim. The Girls Elementary division has chosen toconcentrate this year on the value of time and the special privilege of davening daily. Curriculum has been instituted that teaches our students the meaning, proper pronunciation and havarah of daily prayers. Now, when the girls daven, they focus their thoughts on the power of tefillah to aid Eretz Yisroel, Am Yisroel, and help bring the Geulah. Character education continues throughout the afternoon. The General Studies Department chose this year to focus on our everyday environment that is so replete with modest yet rewarding pleasures. Through a series of assemblies, diaries, and programs, the children are learning to be more patient and understanding, and more appreciative of small pleasures that enrich our lives. Recently, the Hebrew Academy created an innovative student tzedakah fund in memory of the legendary "Mr. Hebrew Academy," Mr. Irving I. Stone. This Fund is directed by two student-composed Boards, one in the Yeshiva High School and the other at the Beatrice Stone Yavne High School. The project recognizes the joy in providing for individuals and institutions in need and simultaneously affords an educational and leadership development experience. Recently, the Yeshiva High School’s Irving Stone Student Tzedakah Fund Board distributed over $2,000 to tzedakah representing a diversified group of organizations locally, nationally, and in Eretz Yisroel. Yavne continues to be a standard upon which other schools could base their Chesed programs. All students devote time to visiting the elderly, infirm, and those in need of extra help due to difficulties and challenges, when another adult and an extra pair of hands helps to lighten the load. Over the years, Academy graduates have becomes bastions of chesed and midos tovos in communities around the world as students continue to expand on the emphasis of caring and sharing energies and strengths. INCORPORATING CHARACTER EDUCATION INTO THE CURRICULIM Rabbi Simcha Dessler
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