iPad Distribution

Welcome back everyone! Today two of our freshman classes received their iPads as part of our pilot iPad program. We are excited to try out new teaching and collaborative learning activities with our students! Read more about our iPad initiative here.  Photos of our distribution:

As part of the orientation process, students were briefed as to some of the exciting ways the iPad will be used as a learning tool in the Flatbush classrooms. They also reviewed the expectations, responsibilities, and policies that go along with the use of such cutting edge technology. Thank you to Raymond Saka of Sakar Corporation for the donation of iPad accessories.

Chesed Mission 2012: Bet Elazraki dedication to Rabbi and Mrs. Besser

The EMUNAH Bet Elazraki Children's Home in Netanya, Israel, dedicated a new counselors' room in honor of Rabbi and Mrs. Besser as a sign of gratitude for their continual acts of chesed.


Rabbi Besser Dedication at Bet Elazraki  on Vimeo.

Chesed Mission 2012

Pathfinders: Exploring the Performing Arts

Michael at a rehearsal at the Brooklyn Children's Theatre

      Michael Zalta, a Freshman in our Yeshivah, always had a passion for the performing arts. Through our Pathfinders Program he was able to pursue his interests to the fullest extent. With the help of our Pathfinders counselors, Michael applied for a performing role in the Brooklyn Children's Theatre in Park Slope. We are proud to say that Michael was accepted into the program. In just three weeks, he will be cutting a CD for iTunes and performing in an original play with BCT written by Scott Davis. Michael is truly exploring what the performing arts has to offer through this wonderful opportunity.

      Beginning in 9th grade, the Pathfinders counselors work with each student to discuss their interests and develop their goals. Students are then given a wide range of opportunities of places where they can volunteer, intern and explore their unique academic pursuits and career ideas. Through the Yeshivah of Flatbush Pathfinders Program, we encourage our students to discover and expand their special talents and abilities and explore career options for the future. Whether a student is actively engaged during the school year or in the summer, we are confident that each Yeshivah of Flatbush student will find a path to success.

Winter Vacation Message from the SGC

Dear Students,

You are about to begin a well deserved break from the YOFHS academic rigor. No matter where your destination takes you, our cherished Torah values should permeate your daily life. דרך ארץ, כשרות, תפלה and learning are some examples of the fiber of our daily routine.

Here are some useful links that might help you continue staying connected.

Praying Times throughout the Globe: http://www.myzmanim.com

Kosher Consumer Information and Questions: http://star-k.org/ or call 410-484-4110

Find a Minyan worldwide: http://www.godaven.com/ or http://www.minyanmaps.com/

Parshah stats and insights: http://www.ouisrael.org/tidbits

Have a safe and restful vacation,
The Spiritual Growth Commission

Fresh Ink for Teens

      Three of our students were recently published in Fresh Ink for Teens, a website whose content is written for--and by--Jewish teens from around the world.

• Isaac Dayan, sophomore, describes his summer volunteer experience at NYU's Hospital for Joint Diseases as part of our Pathfinders Program in "Behind the Lens and in the OR."

• Isabel Fattal, junior, explains the stress that is involved in the college application process in "The Competition for College."  

• Rosette Shammah, senior, describes how one text changed her life in "Cancer Changes Lives." 

      Fresh Ink has also republished some past articles from students who have since graduated. Joshua Fattal describes his experiences during his trip to Israel as part of Write On for Israel in "We Fight to Live." Nina Bildirici shares her unique summer camp experience in "The French Connection."

Pathfinders: Politics Internship

Sharon Grossman, a Junior at Yeshivah of Flatbush

Sharon with Jon Huntsman, Republican presidential candidate

 

      Sharon Grossman, a Junior in our Yeshivah, signed up through our Pathfinders Program to pursue her interests in politics and journalism. This enabled her to work as an intern on the Republican campaign with Ari Zoldan, CEO of Quantum Networks. Recently, she has been working with a credentialed news agency to report about the New Hampshire Primary, where she was fortunate enough to meet some of the presidential candidates. Sharon is truly gaining insights into the world of politics, media and journalism by taking part in the real world experiences that our Pathfinders Program has to offer.

      Beginning in 9th grade, the Pathfinders counselors work with each student to discuss their interests and develop their goals. Students are then given a wide range of opportunities of places where they can volunteer, intern and explore their unique academic pursuits and career ideas. Through the Yeshivah of Flatbush Pathfinders Program, we encourage our students to discover and expand their special talents and abilities and explore career options for the future. Whether a student is actively engaged during the school year or in the summer, we are confident that each Yeshivah of Flatbush student will find a path to success.

Sharon with Rick Santorum, Republican presidential candidate

Torah To Go Series: Parashat Vayechi

The Phoenix Online: Third Edition

The third edition of The Phoenix, the school's online newspaper, was recently published. Check out these amazing articles:

• A Guide for the Perplexed . . . and Freshmen Taking Finals

• AIPAC Symposium Success

• Little Shop of Horrors

• Occupy Wall Street -- A Firsthand Experience

• To Recognize or Not to Recognize: A Question of Genocide

• Learning from Chesed

• Connecting to the Past 

• Coming Face-to-Face with Issues on Panim-el-Panim