Last week, we kicked off our study of Torah Stories for this year. Children spent time hearing about and acting out different stories. Whether it was the story of Creation, learning about Abraham and Sarah, Jacob, Rachel and Leah, or Joshua, storytelling was the name of the game last week. This week, as the story is retold and summarized, the children will focus on the values they can learn from the story. In our halls this week, you will see our PreK students focusing on the value of B’tzelem Elohim (In God’s Image) as they examine their fingerprints and make a salad of their favorite fruits and veggies. Our Shoreshim Kindergarten and First Graders will focus on Hachnasat Orchim (welcoming guests) by creating welcome signs for their guests, and our Chaverim 2nd and 3rd graders will explore the value of Emet (truth) through art, science, and games. Finally, our Orim 4th and 5th graders will explore and experience achrayut (responsibility) as they play leadership games. They will also have an opportunity to be the oldest kids in the program since our Zehut students (6th grade) will be on their trip to Chattanooga and will not have class this week.
In the month of November, all Noar students have a wonderful opportunity to participate in a mitzvah and support the students at F.L. Stanton and the Camp Jenny initiative. The month of November often means food insecurity for these kids. We can all help by bringing in the requested food items. Please see below to know what your child’s Eidah (unit) can bring in to support them.
Looking forward to seeing you all this week, Shanna
Important announcements: PreK please bring in your favorite fruit of vegetable. We will be making a salad out of each fruit or veggie brought in as a way to celebrate how our individual choices can work together to make a great community.
K/1 will be using Permanent markers in class, please dress accordingly.
F.L. Stanton donations: Single Serve Ramen Noodle Cups Single Serve Easy Mac Cups (Microwavable)
Upcoming Events: November 17th- Scrappy Black Light Party see below to RSVP Community Wide Camp Fair at Sinai 12:30-2:00 Deember 8th- Family Tefillah 9:30 am-10:00 am Family Hamsa Making at the Sinai Art Show 12:30 pm -2:00 pm
F.L. Stanton donations: Chaverim: Oatmeal Packets Single Serve Beefaroni Single Serve Peanut Butter Cups Canned Soup (Microwavable) Packets of Peanut Butter Crackers
Upcoming events: November 3rd-Club 23 Festival of Wax event see below to register. November 17th- Family Tefillah 9:30 am-10:00 am Community Wide Camp Fair at Sinai 12:30-2:00 December 8th- Family Hamsa Making at the Sinai Art Show 12:30 pm -2:00 pm
F.L. Stanton Food Donations: Applesauce cups or pouches Fruit Cups Single Serve Rice (Microwavable)
Upcoming events: November 8-10- Camp Coleman 456 Retreat. Click herefor more information and to register. November 17th- Community Wide Camp Fair at Sinai 12:30-2:00 December 8th- Family Hamsa Making at the Sinai Art Show 12:30 pm -2:00 pm
There is not a Noar session this week for Zehut (6th grade).
F.L. Stanton Donations (can be brought in on November 17th) Canned Tuna
Upcoming events: November 17th- Community Wide Camp Fair at Sinai 12:30-2:00 December 8th- Family Hamsa Making at the Sinai Art Show 12:30 pm -2:00 pm
Club 23 Festival of Wax Sunday, November 3, 12:30 pm-1:45 pm Get into the Chanukah spirit with a wax festival! Join your Temple Sinai 2nd and 3rd grade friends for pizza and all things wax—wax art, lip balm making, and your very own wax hand. Drop off is in the Social Hall, and pick up is in the carpool line in the back parking lot. Noar Sunday students will be brought from their classroom to the event. Cost is $25 per child.
SCRAPPY (K-1) Black Light Party Sunday, November 17, 12:30 pm-1:45 pm Ready, set, glow! Join your Temple Sinai Kindergarten and 1st grade friends at the SCRAPPY Black Light Party. After a pizza lunch, play black light bowling, have fun with reflective model magic, and choose a face paint design that will glow. Remember to wear a white shirt so you can glow, too! Drop off is in the Community Rooms, and pick up is in the carpool line in the back parking lot. Noar Sunday students will be brought from their classroom to the event. Cost is $18 per child.
Family Shabbat Service & Dinner Friday, December 6, 5:45 pm Bring in this season of light at our next Family Shabbat! We invite families of elementary-aged children to come together for challah-making, a service geared toward families, and a Shabbat dinner. After dinner, we'll take the kids to activities while you win(e) down with other parents! Cost is $18 for 16+, $12 for ages 3-15, and kids under 3 are free.
456 Camp Coleman Retreat Friday, November 8-Sunday, November 10 4th, 5th and 6th graders are invited to engage in a “camp like” weekend, while also building connections with children from other synagogues at Camp Coleman. Students will be able to participate in many different programs, such as ropes course, art, sports, etc.!
Empowering Parents: Navigating Emotions with Inside Out 2 Sunday, November 3, 3:30 pm, The Epstein School This program will focus on helping parents support their children through the transition to adolescence. Experts in the field will lead discussion on topics such as communication strategies to maintain a strong connection with your child, building resilience in your child, and helping your child navigate friendships.
The Atlanta Bar & Bat Mitzvah Expo Sunday, November 3, 1:00 pm, Westin Buckhead Find your ideal partners for catering, photography, entertainment, invitations, decorations, venue, and more. Pre-register for free.
Jewish Summer Camp Fair Sunday, November 17, 12:30 pm, Temple Sinai Explore Jewish overnight and summer day camps at Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta’s Jewish Camp Initiative's first-ever Jewish Summer Camp Fair! find a camp that’s right for your child and family. Pre-K and up are welcome.
JF&CS Family Food Pantry Sort Sunday, November 17, 2:00 pm Families with children (under 18) are invited to JF&CA to sort donations from their High Holidays Food Drive. Learn about food insecurity, sort donations, and make a craft. Space is limited.
Shinshinim Host Families Needed (January-May, 2025) Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is looking for families to host Shinshinim! Shinshinim are 18-year-old Israeli high school graduates who spend a year in Jewish Atlanta. As a host family, you’ll provide a nurturing home, a private bedroom, and meals for 4-5 months. Contact Amy Fox with questions.
