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Message from the Head of School
 No matter where you were on our campus during DKJA’s Purim festivities, you couldn’t help but join in the schoolwide celebrations! Bright and early in the morning, Lower School students enjoyed the merriment of an interactive parade, while Purim Schpiels, with many parents and teachers portraying Queen Vashti, Queen Esther, King Ahashuerus, Mordechai, Evil Haman, as well as other unique characters, were enjoyed by all grades.
Active learning continued as students, parents, and loved ones wrapped and delivered Mishloach Manot packages both on campus, and to Holocaust survivors in the community. Following this project, a carnival for Middle School students, complete with a costume contest, took place on our sports fields.
“It was a day of betting, winning, and hilarious impersonations as DKJA high school students  stormed through the doors early Tuesday morning with energy and creative costumes, ready to live out their clandestine thoughts,” noted HS Senior Dana Kandel. “For seniors, this meant humorously imitating the colorful personalities of teachers during faculty meetings. The teachers traded in their usual roles as lecturers and acted out the Purim story with a modern twist. Rooms were filled with games and movies, creating an aura of fun, a Mitzvah on Purim day. Students also read aloud the Megillah,  showcasing their eloquent Hebrew reading, while others summarized parts of the story. All in all, it was a day of gaiety and relaxation. At the end of the day, they departed, beautiful Mischloach Manot bags in hand.”
Although I say it over and over again, examples such as these are why we are so proud of the Jewish Day School education that Donna Klein Jewish Academy provides. Instilling Jewish values, experiences, education, and most importantly, pride in our heritage, speaks volumes. Our Purim activities captured the essence of this, and the spirit of our school.
Shabbat Shalom,
Karen Feller
 Head of S chool
Pura Vida - A True Celebration with Family & Friends
 Our 25th Annual Benefit Ball & Auction, Pura Vida - Celebrating Life with Family and Friends, was truly a night to remember. Each year, it seems our Ball exceeds all expectations, and this year was no exception. Every chair and honoree brings his or her own unique talent and special touch to create an event that is successful in both fundraising and friendraising, and which is felt as our guests gather in celebration. Our deepest thanks to our outstanding Chairs, Jill and Yori Galel, and their wonderful committee for the tireless efforts and commitment to DKJA. A special thank-you to our Presenting Sponsor, Rosenberg Diamonds & Co., and to our Exclusive Media Sponsor, The Boca Raton Observer. Mazel tov to the exceptional Harold Jacobsohn, recipient of the Linda R. Kaminow Visionary Leadership award. Our heartfelt thank-you to all of our generous supporters. Your passion for our heritage fuels our future. The sense of community and energy at our Gala created a magical evening. Thank you!
Shabbat Shalom,
Sharon Kamber
Associate Head of School/
Benefit Ball Liaison
Make A Note...Save The Date
Get Ready for Family Fun Day!
Sunday, March 29, 2009 at 11 a.m.
Click here for details.
Grandparents, Would You Like To Learn Hebrew?
Thanks to Grandparents Focus Group member Heni Galel, this program is now available! Click here for details!
Reminder: Grandparents' & Special Friends...Register for the Eagles' Net today.
PTO & Community News
PTO News
The PTO will hold an Open Board Meeting on March 24, 2009 at 8:00 a.m. in the Jerusalem Room.
Bagels and coffee are now available in the shuk from 7:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., PLUS raffle prizes. All you have to do is show up to receive your ticket. Raffle prizes are wonderful items from our shuk!!
Volunteers…Effective Immediately...When you complete 8 shifts in the shuk you will receive the employee 10% discount valid through the rest of the school year. Please sign up as it is a great opportunity!
We are proud to join the efforts of The Power of Pink for their upcoming breast cancer awareness luncheon, which will be held on April 29, 2009. Click here for further details.
Please remember to bring in your Box Tops for Education. You can drop them off in the shuk.
If you have any gently used uniform items that your child(ren) have grown out of please drop them off at the shuk. We always have gently used items for sale for $2 a piece.
Community News
Lecture Planned: Body & Soul - “Making Peace with The Body You Have” presented on Monday, March 30, 2009 by Adrienne Ressler, National Training Director, Renfrew Center of Florida. Click here for details.
Community Invited to ‘Housewarming’ for JARC Rales Campus
The Jewish Association for Residential Care (JARC) will be opening four new group homes in West Boca Raton. JARC provides residential, vocational and social programs to adults with special needs and their families. The community is invited to join in welcoming the JARC Rales Campus group homes at a housewarming party on Friday, March 20, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30a.m. at the JARC Rales Campus. The new Rales Campus is located at 9868 Yamato Road. (located on the southeast corner of Yamato Rd and 441). To help make the houses “homes,” a registry has been created at Bed Bath & Beyond (the registry is available online at www.bedbathandbeyond.com registry #8045879). To RSVP or for further information or details, please call (561) 558-2550 or nancyf@jarcfl.org by March 13, 2009.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIES presented by JARC Living and Learning Center
“Navigating the Disability Maze , Resources Birth through Life” will be presented on Sunday, April 26, 2009 at from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the JARC Living and Learning Center, 21160 95th Avenue South in Boca Raton. Call (561) 558-2550. Guest speakers will provide you with information on what benefits/resources your child is entitled to, and how to navigate the system to maximize these benefits/resources. Refreshments will be provided. Supervision and activities are available for your son, daughter or family member. RSVP to Nancy Freiwald at (561) 558-2550 or nancyf@jarcfl.org
Future Hoop Stars Camps This Summer
Several weeks of basketball camps will be offered at Saint Andrew’s School this summer through Future Hoop Stars. Camps are for kids ages 4 through 14 will be available from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at a cost of $250 a week ($200 for multiple weeks and siblings) or $60 for a day. A snack, lunch, and an official ball are included. The sessions are as follows:
June 15-19
June 22-26
June 29-July 2 (3 1/2 days)
July 27-31
August 3-7
August 10-14
A Father/Child overnight camp on Father's Day weekend, June 19-20, 2009, also is available. For further information, contact Coach Andy Russo at (561)866-4566 or coachrusso@futurehoopstars.com, or visit www.futurehoopstars.com.
South Palm Beach JAFCO Chapter Spring 2009 Events
Wednesday, March 18th at 7:30 p.m.
Regift that gift party hosted by Chris Miller
Cost: $18.00 per person, plus a wrapped gift (value $20.00)
Thursday, March 19th at 10:00 a.m. (All Chapters)
11th annual luncheon and fashion show at Jungle Island in Miami
Fashions by Mayda Cisneros
Cost: $100 per person
Sunday, March 22nd at 10:00 a.m.
Cut-a-Thon at Hair by Scott & Co.
16850 Jog Road, Delray Beach
All salon services available – 100% of proceeds will go to JAFCO
Yearbook News! Order Early and Save!
Orders placed October 1, 2008-March 31, 2009 are $65.00
Orders placed after March 31, 2009 are $75.00
Please Note…Yearbook Salutation pages are full – no further orders are being taken.
Please click on the link below for the Yearbook Order Form.
http://www.dkja.org/documents/order_form_2009.pdf
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