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You may doubt me, but it’s true. You CAN integrate Judaism and math. You can even sprinkle in a dab of science, technology, ethics, engineering and artistry to the list of ingredients.
Our oldest students are doing just that. Their project? Growing Tikkun.
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For the past two months, Mirowitz Middle Schoolers have been exploring how to grow tikkun (repair), and after brainstorming, research and a bit of debate, they decided to take the task literally. |
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They are reinvigorating our school’s organic gardens in a way that reflects responsible agriculture, and yields produce for both the school lunch table and the food pantry.
Last year, the pandemic interrupted our normal cycle of garden work, and while we took great care of our students, the gardens were neglected. As often is the case, there is a silver lining: we could engage students in deeper ways. |
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They researched earth friendly gardening practices. They created a vision board. They measured the sun throughout the day to determine optimal placement. |
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They debated flower beds vs. raised beds. They learned about cold frames and what growth is possible in the winter. They calculated the amount of soil needed for each bed and budgeted accordingly. |
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Now, their vision is becoming reality. This week, they graded the earth, getting dirty with spades and levels, and assembled the raised beds. |
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They are actively growing tikkun by combining Judaics, math, science and a host of other subjects...and in the process, they are growing a garden of values for our school.
We look forward to sharing their progress in the coming weeks and months.
Shabbat Shalom,
Cheryl
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Thursday, November 4: (Virtual) Sneak a Peek @ 8 p.m.
Friday, November 5: Coffee Truck in the parking lot
November 7-14: Mirowitz Online Auction
Monday, November 8: Professional Development. No School
November 9-November 12: ERB Standardized Testing (grades 3-8)
Friday, November 12: First day of Winter Shabbat Dismissal at 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 23: School Photos Retake Day
November 24-26: Thanksgiving Break
Sunday, November 28: First night of Chanukah
Tuesday, November 30: Light Up the Night Family Chanukah Celebration
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These Mirowitz siblings will be a part of the
Kindergarten class of 2022-2023.
If someone you know is interested in
joining this sweet crew, join us
Thursday, November 4 at 8 p.m..
RSVP to receive the Zoom link and a tool kit of supplies (including chocolate) to use during the online event.
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The Head of School search is in high gear, and the position is attracting national attention. |
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If you know someone who would be a good match for our school, please share this Head of School Statement.
Questions? Email Paul and Diane at the link below.
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Last week, we challenged you to post your #thankyoumirowitz on Instagram or FaceBook. (See a few of our faves below.)
Join the fun! Let the world know how Mirowitz has impacted your life...and then consider a gift to our annual appeal, knowing that your dollars are raising a generation of leaders.
You can donate by texting "Mirowitz" to 243725 or clicking the link below.
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Our 5th-6th grade soccer team earned a 2-0 win against Andrews Academy of Lake St. Louis in the final game of the season. Evan and Noam both scored, and Evan and Sammy stood tall in goal for the shutout win.
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The Mirowitz 1st and 2nd grade girls team improved to 4-2 on the season with a 4-2 win Sunday. Leah, Isabel, Ashira and Orly scored.
Our middle school team ended the season with a 1-0 loss to Christ Community Lutheran.
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Basketball practices start next week for middle school boys and 4th-6th grade girls.
Individual and team picture links will be sent to those who purchased the photos by Tuesday.
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In case you missed it, here is the video recording of "Math Night for Grown-Ups" with our Singapore Math Coach. The meeting was geared toward families with first-fifth graders.
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It's time for our Penny Wars Fundraiser! All money raised supports Vaad Chesed events like the Purim Carnival and other fun activities.
How it works: Each grade will have a bucket in the lobby from November 9-14.
Every coin added to a bucket adds points. Every paper bill added to a bucket subtracts points. SO the strategy is to add coins to your bucket and bills to other buckets.
The winning class will get a PIZZA PARTY!
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Thanks for participating and for helping us raise money for programming your kids will love.
Love,
Vaad Chesed
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Nominate your favorite charitable organization to our Chanukah Tamchui project here!
Include:
- The name of the organization
- A link to their website
- Their contact person's name and phone #
Want to help decide which organizations we use?
Join us for the first Tamchui Committee meeting
Monday, November 15 at 8:30 a.m. in
Morah Cheryl's office. RSVP here.
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We are delighted to announce that Morah Nikki Patterson has joined our faculty as our new fourth grade teacher! |
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Nikki comes to us with 25 years of teaching experience and an expertise in building positive community while maintaining high expectations in her classroom. In the coming weeks, we look forward to sharing all the ways our 4th graders are thriving under her guidance. |
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In Honor of
Mia Sherman
“Happy Birthday Marvelous Mia!
We are so excited to celebrate with you this weekend!”
Love, Mom, Dad, Garrett, Quade,
Naomi, Grandpa and Grandma
In Honor of
Asher Fox
“Happy 9th Birthday Asher!”
Love, Mom, Dad, David, Liav and Camper
In Honor of
Yehuda Dean
“Mazel Tov on your excellent Torah reading.
Shabbat Shalom with our loving blessings!”
Love, Bubbe & Zayde
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To Yehuda and Daliya who chanted Torah and led a discussion in the lower school this week. |
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And to Eliana, Noah and Leah who chanted Torah in the Middle School. |
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November 7-14!
You'll have an opportunity to bid on gift cards, birthday parties and other great items. Proceeds benefit the 8th grade trip to Israel. |
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Stay for coffee after carpool next Friday, November 5. Our awesome PTO has arranged for a coffee truck to give our teachers a treat! Parents can buy coffee too. Park in the Mirowtiz parking lot at 8 a.m. |
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Let's celebrate the second night of Hanukkah together on the Mirowitz South Parking Lot! We'll have music, activities and a surprise guest.
Tuesday,
November 30
4:45 Activites Open
5:15 Candle Lighting
5:30 Musical Hanukkah Program |
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to Jenna Wasserman who is becoming a bat mitzvah this weekend.
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Meet Cyndee Levy!
Relationship with Mirowitz: Our five children attended both Mirowitz legacy schools. We hope our granddaughter will start kindergarten at Mirowitz in the fall.
Volunteer role:
Since 1996, I have served in a variety of roles from room parent to gala co-chair. Each has helped me to connect to the parent community and to encourage others in the community at large to become closer the school. Currently, I am vounteering with the Judaics faculty to support their work with students where needed. I am also excited to be on the development committee.
Fun fact: I love being a grandmother, it is a love like no other.
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Thanks to
Elyse Picker
William Glucroft
Bob and Sandy Rudman
Yelena P.
for serving lunch this week.
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Can you help serve lunch next week? We need volunteers for Monday and Tuesday. You can sign up by logging onto the Mirowitz App on your computer here. |
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Alice Handelman
Emma Lapp
Jay Umansky
The Mirowitz family prays for their speedy and complete recovery. |
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JCC Vacation Days
When school is out, the JCC has you covered. Your child can spend the day at the J participating in a variety of activities, including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, games, swimming and more.
If you are interested in using this service on 11/8 (our professional development day), please let Simone know.
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Help Celebrate Our Staff
While Supporting The 8th Grade Israel Trip
To send a cookie gram email Chef A.J. He will then prepare and deliver your message with 3 chocolate chip cookies to the Staff member of your choice.
The cost is $5 and all proceeds benefit the 8th grade trip to Israel. Payments are through Venmo @Robin-Moll or PayPal robinlmoll80@gmail.com
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Sunday, Nov 7
3:30 p.m.
@ Temple Israel
3:30:
An Israeli Love Story
6 p.m.
Holy Lands
Learn more and watch trailers here. |
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Your lovingkindness, envelop it in Your peace, and bestow Your light and truth upon its leaders, ministers, and advisors, and grace them with Your good counsel. Strengthen the hands of those who defend our holy land, grant them deliverance, and adorn them in a mantle of victory. Ordain peace in the land and grant its inhabitants eternal happiness.
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