After weeks of planning, Opening Day is finally here! The Noar Experience is one built around connection, fun, and engaging with Jewish identity. Through hands-on and experiential learning, your children’s Noar experience will nurture their love of Judaism. I look forward to getting to know your families throughout the year as we embark on the journey together.
Your First Grade Noar Sunday teacher is Heather Dittus, which will meet in Room 12 in the downstairs education wing.
I know you will be excited to reach out to friends and see who is in your child’s class. Please keep in mind that creating class lists is a delicate balance. When families make requests, we ask that they share multiple friends or conditions. We ensured that every child had at least one of these choices met. Our goal is to balance social dynamics, activity levels, and learning needs while ensuring a safe and fun environment for all. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns so we can work through them together.
I am looking forward to a great year of learning this year! Shanna Wilons Director of Youth and Teen Learning & Engagement
What to know for Opening Day We ask all parents to join us for Opening Day and walk into the building (there is no carpool drop off and pick up).
8:30-9:30 am - Pancake, Egg, Yogurt Opening Breakfast (vegan and Gluten free options available) - Register hereif you haven't yet done so.
Parking is limited. Overflow parking is available at the Dupree (6120 Powers Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30339), and shuttles will be available.
9:30 am - Parents drop off students in their Noar classroom!
9:30-11:00 am while students are in Noar:
Parents have grade level meet-ups and opportunities to connect.
Childcare is available for siblings ages 2–4 in the Wonder Room
Madrichim in Training (Grades 7-8) will meet to strengthen leadership skills
Hebrew Books & Folders are Ready! If your child is participating in a weekday Hebrew Chavurah or private tutoring, please make sure to pick up your child's materials in the Noar lobby. Sunday Hebrew students will get their materials in class.
11:00 am - Parents pick up students in their Noar classrooms and head to Sanctuary!
11:10 am-12:15 pm - Family concert with our Guest Musician, Billy Jonas who uses drums in ways you can't imagine. (Sunday Hebrew students can head to the concert with Madrichim).
Family Apple Picking Sunday, September 17, 11:00 am-2:00 pm Looking for a sweet way to celebrate the new year? Join your Temple Sinai friends at Mercier Orchards (8660 Blue Ridge Dr., Blue Ridge, GA 30513) for a morning of apple picking. Everyone is welcome to join us and we especially recommend this outing for families with school-age children.
Cost is $14 per person and payments will be made directly to Mercier Orchards upon arrival. Fee includes tractor ride to and from fields as well as U-Pick apples. Registration below is encouraged so we know to expect you and can inform you of any changes day of!
Note this event is subject to change depending on weather.
