Darchai Menachem

07/29/2026

Darchai Menachem Receives New Mesivta Building as Gift from Local Family!

Darchai Menachem has received a new dedicated building for its Mesivta at 432 East 92nd Street, gifted by an anonymous local family in recognition and appreciation of the yeshiva’s work on behalf of the children of the community.

By hashgacha protis, the building was gifted on Gimmel Tammuz — the same day, fifteen years earlier, that Darchai Menachem acquired its Crown Heights school building at 432 Rutland Road.

For the hanhala, the timing was deeply moving: two buildings, fifteen years apart, both carrying the address number 432, and both becoming part of Darchai Menachem’s growth on Gimmel Tammuz.

“At a time when Darchai Menachem is entering its next chapter, it is impossible not to see the hashgacha protis,” said Rabbi Eyal Bension, Dean of Darchai Menachem. “Gimmel Tammuz is a day when every chossid reflects on the Rebbe’s shlichus and the responsibility to move forward with more strength, more commitment, and more achrayus. For both of these milestones to come together on this day, fifteen years apart, is incredibly powerful.”

The local family, who wished to remain anonymous, shared that the gift was made in honor of the devoted staff and talmidim of Darchai Menachem, and in recognition of the yeshiva’s mission and the opportunities it continues to provide for its talmidim and for the community.

Those close to the gift said the family was especially moved by the atmosphere inside Darchai Menachem: the warmth of the rabbeim, teachers, and staff, the personal attention given to each talmid, and the way the yeshiva combines strong expectations with a loving, supportive environment. They saw boys who looked happy, engaged, and proud — learning in a way that was real, meaningful, and alive.

The new building will serve as a dedicated home for Mesivta Darchai Menachem, giving the bochurim proper space of their own while also creating much-needed room for the elementary division in the main school building.

For the Mesivta, the new building comes at an especially meaningful moment. Darchai Menachem has continued to develop as a strong option for regular bochurim who thrive in a smaller, warmer, more personalized yeshiva environment. For some bochurim, a full day built only around academic, text-based learning does not give them enough opportunities to experience success. At Darchai Menachem, the goal is not to lower expectations, but to broaden the pathways through which a talmid can grow — through learning, davening, structure, Chassidishkeit, accountability, and hands-on opportunities that build confidence and pride.

The family was also deeply moved by the Mesivta’s hands-on mastery program, which reflects that same approach: helping each bochur experience real success, build confidence, and discover his strengths within the framework of a chassidishe yeshiva. Following a successful pilot year in woodworking and culinary arts, the program is expanding to include construction and building trades, electrical, plumbing, low voltage systems, advanced woodworking, culinary arts, and Safrus/STaM.

“At Darchai Menachem, we believe that when a bochur experiences real success, it changes the way he sees himself,” said Rabbi Mendy Vail, Executive Director of Darchai Menachem. “Whether he is learning, davening, building, cooking, or mastering a new skill, the goal is the same — to help him grow into a confident, capable, chassidishe young man.”

Rabbi Eli Sandhaus, principal of the Mesivta, said the additional space will strengthen the Mesivta’s core mission.

“We are a Mesivta,” Rabbi Sandhaus said. “Our bochurim are davening, learning, and growing in Yiddishkeit every day. These hands-on tracks are not a replacement for chinuch — they are part of the chinuch. They help each bochur develop responsibility, discipline, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment.”

The hanhala expressed deep gratitude to the family, whose quiet generosity reflects exceptional vision, humility, and care for the chinuch of every talmid.

“This is not only a building,” Rabbi Vail said. “It is space, dignity, opportunity, and a future for our bochurim. Our entire Darchai Menachem family is deeply grateful, and the impact of this gift will be felt for many years to come.”

With the new building, Darchai Menachem looks forward to continuing its mission of creating a place where every talmid can discover his strengths and experience true hatzlacha.

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06/10/2026

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03/10/2026

Over 400 Join Darchai Menachem’s Annual Purim Bash.

Families of Darchai Menachem gathered together for the school’s much-anticipated Annual Purim Bash, bringing more than 400 students, parents, and family members together for an evening filled with Purim joy, music, and celebration.

Held at Oholei Torah, the event reflected the warm, student-centered atmosphere that defines Darchai Menachem. The program included an engaging Megillah reading along with a wide range of Purim activities, including face painting, balloons, a photo booth, mishloach manos, and lively music that kept the room full of energy throughout the evening.

A highlight of the event was the costume presentation, where every child had the opportunity to go up on stage and proudly show off their Purim costume. One by one, the children were invited up as the crowd cheered them on.

Rabbi Mendy Vail used the opportunity to highlight each child individually, helping every child feel proud and appreciated as they enjoyed their moment in the spotlight.

The evening beautifully captured the spirit of the Darchai Menachem community — a place where every child is valued, celebrated, and encouraged to shine. The annual Purim Bash continues to be a beloved Darchai tradition that brings together the entire Darchai Menachem family for an evening of connection, joy, and unforgettable Purim memories.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Darchai Menachem Assistant Principal Rabbi Avramel Spalter and Principal Rabbi Menachem Amar, whose tremendous dedication and tireless efforts in planning, coordinating, and overseeing every aspect of the event ensured that the celebration ran smoothly from beginning to end and was enjoyed by all who attended.

Registration for the 2026–2027 school year opens on Thursday March 19th.

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02/16/2025

Darchai Menachem Hosts Chumash Party

This past Sunday, the Shul in Darchai Menachem echoed with the joyous sounds of young boys celebrating a major milestone in their early Chinuch. Darchai Menachem hosted a Chumash party for their first-grade Talmidim.

The boys were dressed in their finest attire, eagerly anticipating the moment when they would receive their very first Chumash. As they entered the shul, their faces lit up with excitement as they saw the beautifully set tables, balloons, and decorations.

Rabbi Shmuel Dovid Raichik, the dedicated Rebbe of the first-grade class, spoke to the boys about the different and special Ma’alos that every one of them possesses. He emphasized that every boy is unique and has his own strengths and that they are all equally valuable and beloved in the eyes of Hashem.

The boys sang a Niggun they had prepared especially for the occasion and then read from their newly acquired Chumash. They eagerly pointed out the letters and words they had learned, and the Rebbe praised them for their hard work and dedication.

As the festivities drew to a close, the boys left the shul with their Chumashim in hand, beaming with pride and excitement. The Chumash party was a wonderful way to celebrate their accomplishments and to inspire them to continue learning and growing in Torah and Mitzvos.

Rabbi Menachem Amar, principal of the lower & middle elementary in Darchai Menachem, shared his thoughts on the occasion: "This Chumash party is more than just a celebration; it is the beginning of a lifelong journey in Torah learning. Seeing the excitement and dedication of our young Talmidim fills us with pride and hope for the future."

Darchai Menachem is a truly exceptional yeshiva, where each child is cherished and encouraged to reach his full potential. The Rebbeim and staff put their hearts and souls into creating a warm and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

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03/27/2024

Darchai Menachem's annual Purim party united over 300 members of the school community in a joyous celebration. Students, families, faculty, and friends came together for an unforgettable evening of laughter, farbrenging, and lots of Simcha.

The festivities kicked off with an animated megillah reading, followed by a delicious fleishig feast served "Kiyad Hamelech". After indulging in the delicacies, everyone hit the dance floor to dance the night away to Freilach live music by NAME who kept the energy high and the smiles wide.

A highlight of the evening was the vibrant costume masquerade, where attendees showcased their creativity with an array of dazzling outfits. The cotton candy station and balloon artist proved immensely popular, adding to the sweetness of the event and keeping everyone in the Purim spirit. Darchai students and their siblings enjoyed an assortment of games and contests, eagerly competing for cool prizes, and a fun photo booth captured the Purim moments to remember.

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02/07/2024

02/07/2024

This past Sunday the youngest grades of Darchai Menachem celebrated two major milestones in their early Chinuch. Families of Pre-1a joined together for a Siddur Party, followed by families coming to celebrate with Kita Alef at their Chumash party, both run by elementary principal Rabbi Menachem Amar.

The boys were dressed in their finest attire, eagerly anticipating the moment they would receive their very first siddur or Chumash. As they entered the shul, their faces lit up with excitement as they saw the beautifully set up tables, balloons, and decorations.

Rabbi Zalman Teleshevsky, the dedicated Rebbi of Pre-1A, spoke at the siddur party of the unique and special ma'alos that each and every one of them possess. At the chumash party Rabbi Shmuel Dovid Raichik, Rebbi of Kita Alef, spoke along the same vein, emphasizing that every boy is different with their own strengths and that they are all equally valuable and beloved in the eyes of Hashem.

At both events, the boys sang a Niggun that they had prepared especially for the occasion, and then read from their newly acquired Siddur or Chumash. They eagerly pointed out the letters and words they had learned, and the Rebbeim lauded them for their hard work and dedication.

As the event drew to a close, the boys left the shul with their Siddurim and Chumashim in hand, beaming with pride and excitement. The Siddur and Chumash parties were each a wonderful way to honor their accomplishments and to inspire them as they continue to learn and grow in Torah and Mitzvos.

01/03/2024

Darchai Menachem Ski Trip at Montage Mountain

Last week, Darchai Menachem students in Kitos Hei through Ches that earned top points in the Yeshiva award system were treated to a day on the ski slopes at Montage Mountain. The trip was a perfect way to celebrate the students’ hard work and progress.

The day began with an early shacharis minyan in Yeshiva, setting a positive tone for the day ahead filled with skiing as well as developing stronger relationships amongst the students and staff. With a large staff presence, teachers were fully available helping students with their skis, providing tutorials, and generally ensuring that each and every talmid was safe and having a good time.

Talmidim of every skill level enjoyed themselves on the slopes, with many beginners making remarkable progress. More importantly, students didn’t only develop their skiing skills but also became much closer with each other and their teachers. The trip highlighted the yeshiva’s commitment to fostering positive experiences in and out the classroom, ensuring the students feel supported in every environment.