As a reminder, there is no religious school for Kindergarten through Netzer so that teachers can have an opportunity to meet and do some professional learning together. Confirmation is in session and will be attending the high ropes course. You should have received information from your teacher. Please reach out if you have questions and if you can either drive to the course or pick up.
Last night the RSY (Religious School and Youth) Committee met and finalized plans for our Classroom Ambassador program. The purpose of this program is to identify one or two individuals at each grade that will support communication and building community within the classroom. If you are interested in being one of our Classroom Ambassadors, please reach out to me at dswartz@bethelhebrew.org. In terms of commitment, expect Classroom Ambassadors would expect to spend about 10-15 minutes per week (if that) on communication with families in their child’s classroom. There will be a brief informational session on November 12th at 10:30 for those interested in volunteering.
Have a wonderful fall weekend!
Dan
ADDITIONAL UPDATES Upcoming Events:
November 5th: No Religious School (K-Confirmation)
November 8th: Religious School (4th-7th)
November 10th: 6th Grade Student Led Services, Potluck Dinner & Shabbat Shira
November 12th: Religious School (K-7th)
November 12th: Shalom Chaverim (3-5 year olds)
November 15th: Religious School (4th-7th)
November 18th:Tot Shabbat
November 18th: Wine Tasting at Negus (See Below)
November 19th: Religious School (K-7th)
November 19th: Netzer and Confirmation in session
November 22nd: No Religious School
November 25th: No Religious School
Additional Updates: Magen David Adom Ambulance Project
We have soft launched a whole congregation mitzvah project to purchase an ambulance for Israel. More information will be available soon, however, in the meantime, if you would like to make a donation, please go to the Beth El Hebrew Congregation website. Every little bit helps.
In addition, if you, a friend, a place of work, or an organization you have connections with would like to be an angel donor, please reach out to me dswartz@bethelhebrew.org to connect them with an Ambulance Committee Member.
Wine Tasting at Negus (for adults only): Negus is a new winery in Alexandria specializing in traditional Ethiopian Honey Wines. The event will take place at the winery with snacks provided by the RSY team. We hope you can join us, November 18th beginning at 7pm. Go tohttps://www.bethelhebrew.org/event/wine-tasting-.html
Canteen Coupons are HERE! Starting this week, we are selling Canteen Coupons to families of 4th grade and up to use for meals on Wednesdays and Sundays at Canteen. These coupons will be sold in packs of 6 for $40 (You get 6 meals for the price of 5!). To participate go to: https://www.bethelhebrew.org/form/canteencoupon
1. Purchase your 6-pack of coupons 2. Expect delivery to your child at religious school 3. cut out the coupon 4. Redeem for Pizza, Snack and a Drink
Beginning in November, Canteen Coupons will be available for purchase in the office on Sunday Mornings. Please see Ronit Goldstein to purchase.
Family Choir: Our Hanukkah Family Choir is taking shape and preparing for Sevices on December 8th. Rehearsals are as follows: