Yeshivah of Flatbush

As our soldiers in Israel fight to protect Medinat Yisrael, our students at Yeshivah of Flatbush continue to do chessed, mitzvot and pray for their success and well being. Please watch the Elementary School Choir singing the Mi Sheberach prayer for the IDF, highlighting just a taste of what has been happening in our Yeshivah over the past month. We hope it provides chizuk for all of Am Yisrael during this challenging time. Am Yisrael Chai.
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Mi Sheberach | מי שברך | Yeshivah of Flatbush Elementary School Choir Song Originally Performed by Yaakov ShwekeyElementary School Choir Directed by Ricky Sasson (ES '16, HS '20)Music Arranged, Produced, and Mastered by Ricky S...

On Day 2 of Faculty PD, EC faculty attended a workshop on the Importance of Play with play therapist Nechama Kay-Voitovich, Ivrit in Nursery with Morah Ettie and Morah Galit, and reviewed EC policies. LS teachers went over the daily schedule and weekly planning and met at the grade level. MS faculty heard from Yisroel Shubowitz on Student Behavior, Rabbi Berkowitz on Parent Engagement, and Rabbi Yaish on Active Supervision. All staff heard from Security on Important Updates and New Policies.

At today’s PD day, EC, LS and MS faculty gathered for orientation, reconnected after the summer, and welcomed new colleagues. EC teachers attended workshops on Language Development with speech therapist Alyssa Shweky, Teaching Ivrit with Morah Ettie and Morah Tova, Science in Kindergarten with Morah Ann, and First Aid with Nurse Evelyn Glaser. LS teachers learned about academically engaging activities and then heard from Tiffany Beyda about role expectations. MS teachers were welcomed by Rabbi Berkowitz and discussed changes and updates with Rabbi Yaish. Our teachers were excited to prepare for the year ahead!

Last week, the Naomi Houllou A”H Ladies Auxiliary hosted its annual Tennis Tournament at the home of Serene and David Azar. Over 150 excited players geared up to compete in tennis and basketball. Guests enjoyed a full day of activities from exercise to children’s portraits, “Mommy and Me” and an art class, all in memory of Sarine Tebele A”H. As always, there was an elegant auction and a gourmet lunch prepared by our very own Flatbush moms. Special thanks to all the dedicated and passionate volunteers who helped make the day so successful.

The Parent School Partnership Program, dedicated in honor of Esther and Jack A. Hidary, invited parents to an afternoon discussion on healthy eating and making mealtime meaningful. Norma Saff, registered dietitian, talked about picky eaters; Susan Harari, food blogger and recipe creator, led an interactive food demo; and Kim Hedaya, Creative Arts Therapist, gave ideas of discussion topics at the dinner table. The event was graciously hosted by Paulina and Ralph Azrak. Thank you to Paulina Azrak and Rachel Chraime for their hard work to make this event a success!

Thank you to all who joined for a great day in support of YOF at the CIJE (Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education) 12th Annual Golf and Tennis Championship on June 26th at Fenway Golf Club.

Today, our 8th grade Truman Scholars Jenny K., Sylvia M., Sammy Z., and Jack Y. graduated from The Tikvah Fund Truman Scholars Program.

Elementary School Choir students had an exciting experience last week when they visited the new, state-of-the-art recording studio to film an upcoming project. Join them on Wednesday, June 7 at 7:00 pm for their End of Year Showcase to see what they have been working on!

Mazal Tov and Mabrook to our 2022-23 Valedictorians and Salutatorians!

At last night’s pre-Shavuot Lishmah Learning class, Rabbi Tsaidi led a deep and insightful discussion connecting Ruth to Rachel and Leah, highlighting their unique qualities as the builders of Am Yisrael. Special thanks to our hosts, Jennifer and Joey Oved. This class is dedicated to the refuah shlema of Rut Frieda bat Debbie, Chaya Sarah bat Simcha, and Sarah bat Chana.