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Message from the Head of School
 We are a community of learners. This carries over to ALL aspects of our lives. Last weekend, our school family celebrated at the amazing 26th Gala & Auction in true Paint The Town Red a la Cirque fashion. As guests danced, dined,  and celebrated, the commitment to educate our future leaders at Jewish Day Schools such as DKJA was apparent.
Thanks to the generosity of our benefactors and those who contributed so magnanimously to the Karen Feller Scholarship Fund, more young lives will be enriched with Torah values and academic achievement.
From the bottom of my heart, I am eternally grateful to have been honored as the recipient of the Linda R. Kaminow Visionary Leadership Award, which was presented to me at the Gala, and for the contributions for the children of DKJA through the scholarship fund that bears my name. Toda! (More photos of the Gala will be available soon for you to enjoy).
As we prepare to ready ourselves and our homes for Passover, our knowledgeable first-graders embraced learning in a hands-on manner as they rolled up their sleeves and perfected the art of matzah preparation, which is an annual highlight. Model Seders also were enjoyed by students, who will be well-versed at family gatherings for Pesach. Mazel tov!
Earlier this morning, our fifth-graders proudly participated in the Chagigat Kabbalat Tanach (Celebration upon Receiving the Tanach). This cherished book will be a part of their lives for many years, and they will continue our legacy of being a community of learners. What a wonderful week!
Shabbat Shalom,
Karen Feller
Head of School
Development News
 Paint The Town Red a la Cirque honoring Head of School Karen Feller exceeded all expectations. An event of this magnitude requires the efforts of many people. To peruse the entire Gala Auction Book, which includes our wonderful sponsors, (and thanks to all those responsible for the event!), please click here.
For those of you who were unable to join us, there are still opportunities to bid on fabulous auction items. Our Online Auction of remaining items up for bid will begin on Monday. More information will be forthcoming.
Admissions Update
 The Admissions Ddepartment is very busy! Many new students will be welcomed to DKJA and have enjoyed touring our school. Just a kind reminder: If you have not already done so, please sign your contracts, and complete the process online as soon as you can. If you have a problem, please call us so we can walk you through the process.
We are very excited to let you know that, in conjunction with the PTO, we are having a Passover cooking demonstration and tasting by Sharon Glass from South Africa! Back by popular demand, she has agreed to share her Passover recipes with us. This should be a wonderful opportunity for everyone. Click here for details.
Chag Sameach!
Hilary Arenstein
Director of Admissions
Lower School - Middle School Highlights
Israel Turns 62 This Year - Parade Planned
In honor of this special event, 1,500 students from local Jewish Day Schools in South Palm Beach County will come together to salute Israel on its celebration of Israel Independence Day. In unity, a procession will begin at Hillel Day School and will continue toward our campus ending at the circle in front of the High School at DKJA High.
All students are asked to bring a bottle of water to take with them to the parade, and a hat or sunscreen are recommended. In order to identify ourselves with the colors of Israel, students are required to come dressed in white tops and DKJA uniform bottoms. Please show your support by attending this event (non-student participants will stand along the sidelines of the parade). The campus will be closed to traffic from 9:45 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. (  entering and exiting). Please join us in wishing Israel peace, security, and blessings. Click here for details.
Preparing for Passover!
The fourth-grade model seders were educational and fun! (Photo at right).
The Basic Art of Discipline in Four Easy Steps
Lower school and middle school parents are invited to attend this informative presentation by Speaker Allyson Tomchin, LCSW, on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Jerusalem Room. Click here for details.
Future Astronauts of America from DKJA
Have you ever imagined yourself at the controls of the space shuttle or feeling the g-forces of space flight, or preparing for a launch at Kennedy Space Center? The fifth-grade students did when they traveled to the Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) at Kennedy Space Center, and immersed themselves in the world of today's astronauts. The program they participated in wa s an exciting combination of hands-on training and preparation for the rigors of spaceflight. Students especially loved the spaceflight training simulators and running through a full-scale space shuttle mission.
Students Introduce Themselves in Hebrew to Israeli "Friends"
Boca Raton and Kiryat Bialik have a wonderful relationship and a phenomenal “Living Bridge” due to our P2K Teacher Exchange programs.
The students in sixth grade, with their teacher Mrs. Lontok, have paired up with the students at Kadima Middle School in Kiryat Bialik and communicate through interactive websites and technology. They are able to place their pictures and recorded messages online, introducing themselves in Hebrew on the websites. Pairing up of teachers and classes from the two communities brings another dimension to the wonderful relationships.
Students hope to build friendships while they are in sixth grade so that when they visit Israel in eighth grade they will have the opportunity to see familiar faces!
High School Highlights
 On Wednesday, March 17, 2010, students and parents were captivated by renowned speaker Scott Fried. Scott is a motivational speaker and health educator from New York City who shares his personal life story as a vehicle through which he is able to connect with teens and parents. He spoke to eighth through twelfth-grade students and more than forty parents during several presentations.
Soccer League Celebrates End of Season
 The Adolph & Rose Levis JCC-DKJA Soccer League celebrated the end of the season with festivities and trophy presentations. Coach Volinsky looks forward to seeing you next year for another great season!
Artists Wanted! Cartoon Camp Offered This Summer!
 Attention artists...this summer, a SUPER opportunity awaits. The Delbo Cartoon Camp, a one-of-a-kind summer adventure in the arts, will be offered on the DKJA campus. Children ages 5 to 14 will discover and develop their natural artistic talents during this fantastic, action-packed camp. This is the only camp in Boca that teaches comic book design. An animation studio, multi-media computer center, painting, sculpting, and crafts are among the highlights. Click here for details.
Order Yearbooks Today
Order Yearbooks Today! Price Increases to $75 March 31, 2010! Order your yearbooks by March 31, 2010 and save $10! Please click here for the yearbook order form.
Make A Note...Save The Date
B'nai Torah Congregation Rock Shabbat
B'nai Torah Congregation Welcomes DKJA Families to Rock Shabbat on April 23, 2010. A taste of Rock Shabbat takes place at 5:30 p.m.;  Kabbalat Shabbat services are at 6:00 p.m, followed by a festive Family Shabbat Dinner! All are welcome. Click here for details.
Pictured: DKJA parents and Rock Shabbat performers Rabbi David Englander, Rabbi Amy Rader, David Sherry, and Hava Holzhauer, along with other performers.
Congregation Kol Tikvah Program To Feature Consul General of Israel
Congregation Kol Tikvah is pleased to welcome special guest Ofer Bavly, Consul General of Israel, as he presents “Myths and Facts of Israel - An Overview” on Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. Click here for information.
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