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Message from the Head of School
 We’re on the move! As you read this, our newly renovated high school building is being readied for classes for Mo nday morning, and the excitement is in the air. On Thursday of this week, high school students joyously sang as they carried their Torah from the portable buildings to the new High School at Donna Klein Jewish Academy. Middle school students greeted the Hachnasat Sefer Torah procession once it arrived on the main campus. The Torah now has a new home, and so do our high school students.
This joyous day reinforces the saying, “Home Is Where The Heart Is.” Our K-12 students now will be united on one one campus, sharing experiences and mentoring one another, and enjoying many heartfelt memories that will last a lifetime.
In addition to this milestone for our school, adding to our “koach” (strength), many other connections will be made during our upcoming PTO Welcome Breakfast on Wednesday, September 2, 2009,  and at Curriculum Nights throughout September. Please plan on attending them, as they are a way to connect with fellow parents and your child’s teachers, and to get a “hands-on” feel for the learning environment of which we are so proud. Click here for the schedule.
Shabbat Shalom,
Karen Feller
Head of School
Lower School Highlights
 Fourth-grade classes were introduced to Rashi and his writing. Rashi was a rabbi in the middle ages and is famed as the author of the first comprehensive commentary on the Talmud as well as a comprehensive commentary on the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible). Rashi used his own writing, done with ink and a feather, to provide explanations. Fourth-graders used paint and brushes to learn Rashi writing.
The students also learned about the shofar, and how it wakes us up to become better people, in preparation for Rosh Hashanah.
Middle School Highlights
 Curriculum Night
Dear Middle School Parents,
I hope you’ve saved the date for our Curriculum Night on Thursday, September 3, 2009, at 7 p.m. We look forward every year to greeting old friends and making new ones at Curriculum Night. Your children’s faculty are as anxious to put faces to names as you are, and to explain the upcoming year.
We will meet in Zinman Hall at 7 p.m. where you will receive your schedule and after a short introduction proceed through your child’s “day” in the classrooms.
Enjoy your Shabbat, and we’ll see you on Thursday.
Sincerely,
Carol Kolsky
Middle School Principal
Fifth Grade Rocks!
 The newest grade in the middle school has arrived! Our 5th grade has gotten off to one of the best beginnings ever. All 66 students were ready for their entrance to middle school. Summer packets were completed, written work on The Egypt Game was handed in, Mrs. Stabler ate some funny creatures in science class that turned out to be just raisins, and everyone showed up on the first day of school with smiles, fabulous book bags, and supplies.
New schedules were completed by the students themselves and everyone knew where to go by day two. We personally want to welcome new students Morgan Cohen, Roneet Dardashti, Molly Gross, and Brian Neubauer (pictured) to our DKJA family. Ms Heather Servos has joined our team this year, and we are excited to have her teaching our students math.
As always, “Fifth Grade Rocks,” and we are looking forward to a fantastic year filled with new, exciting, and interesting learning experiences.
Sixth-grade Reminders
Parents are reminded to please be sure that students are prepared with essential supplies daily for each class. They should leave the bulk of their supplies in their lockers and refill them on an as-needed to basis.
• All students will be keeping their Siddurim in class cubbies assigned according to their math groupings. The math and geography textbooks are to remain at home throughout the year. It is our intent to have them carry the least amount of materials in their backpacks as possible.
• Check the Eagles’ Net Regularly. Teachers are making a concerted effort to have all homework posted on the homework page for 6th grade. All extra handouts, lessons, and PowerPoints will be posted on each teacher’s subject page.
• Students are encouraged to meet with their teachers for review, extra help, and test preparation. Hours are posted on the Eagles’ Net.
• The 6th grade overnight trip will take place February 3-4, 2010. February 5, 2010 is a teacher work day. Further information will be provided on this.
Thank You,
Shireen Butman,
6th Grade GLA
High School Highlights
 This past weekend, 63 students from our high school went on our retreat Shabbaton. The theme of the weekend was koach = strength. Zach Herbert worked tirelessly with a group of students representing the Shabbaton Committee to plan the event over the summer months. Many activities were planned so that students were able get to know each other. On Friday night, we had a combined service led by Hila Sachs, Shiri Zweibel, Ashton Krawitz, and Danielle Zfat followed by a lively Shabbat dinner. We had Divrei Torah by Joey Michael, Shiri Zweibel, and Ashton Krawitz. Rabbi Ya'akov Green, our new Judaic Studies teacher, instructed participants with a new song followed by a community rendition of bircat hamazon. Evening activities were led by Zach Herbert, Adam Orshan and included Jackie Lebovitch, Jeff Landau, and Hila Sachs.
Shabbat morning, two Tefillah options of traditional and egalitarian minyanim were led by our teachers. Students were divided into three groups for a round-robin of learning that included topics on true friendship, self-knowledge, and responsibility. The learning segments included source sheets citing information from Ethics of our Fathers and the Rambam. Teachers led a Jewish trivia contest and optional games were followed by Havdalah.Saturday night the students let off steam with an evening of dance and music. We returned Sunday exhausted but happy about a wonderful Shabbaton.
Shabbat Shalom,
Miriam Engel
Director of Judaic Studies and Jewish Life
College Visits Scheduled
George Washington University - September 10, 2009
Florida Atlantic University - September 14, 2009
Florida Atlantic University Honors College - September 24, 2009
Brandeis University - October 15, 2009
University of Colorado at Boulder - October 15, 2009
Southern Methodist University - October 16, 2009
Tulane University - October 20, 2009
Goucher College - October 21, 2009
Elon University - October 22, 2009
Carnegie Mellon University - October 22, 2009
Boston University - October 23, 2009
Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering - October 30, 2009
Grandparent Focus Group Update
 On Sunday, August 16, 2009, the DKJA Grandparent Focus Group held a planning brunch at the home of Sharon and Dr. Elliot H. Burns. Upcoming events were discussed. If you would like to volunteer in the library, art room, Shuk, or at Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day, please call Dr. Burns at (561) 218-9236 or send e-mail to him at bocaburns@aol.com.
Front row (l-r): DKJA Grandparent Focus Group members Philip and Shirley Brooks, Sharon Burns, and Barbara and Jerry Goldman. Back row (l-r): Rita and Fred Cimbal, Dorothy Loud, and Henri and Heni Galel.
Photo by Dr. Elliot H. Burns, Facilitator.
Make A Note...Save The Date
PTO News
Rosh Hashanah Cards Available
Wish your loved ones a Sweet New Year by purchasing Rosh Hashanah cards beautifully adorned with DKJA student artwork. A set of 10 personalized cards can be purchased for $20.Visit http://dkja.pipftl.com.
PTO Welcome Breakfast
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
8 a.m.
Zinman Hall
Eagles Booster Club News
Eagles Athletics Booster Club & PTO
1st Annual Texas Hold’em Tournament and Casino Night
Saturday, October 17, 2009
8:00 p.m. at the South County Civic Center
For information and registration, visit www.DKJAstore.com
Eagles Booster Club 4th Annual Tennis Extravaganza
Monday, November 9, 2009
Broken Sound Club
Sponsorship opportunities available.
Call Janet Epstein at (561) 852-5007.
Important Reminders
No Dogs On Campus
Although we realize you love your pets, it is kindly requested that they are not brought on the campus. In particular, please do not bring dogs to dismissal, Dedication Plaza, or inside the DKJA school buildings.
Decals Required Starting Monday
Please be reminded that decals for the 2009-2010 year must be placed on your windshield in order to enter the campus beginning Monday, August 31, 2009. Decals can be picked up in the school office.
Yearbook News
The first meeting of the Yearbook Committee is Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 3:45 pm in room K-109. Click here to order a yearbook. Click here for yearbook salutation information.
Clubs Update
The Following Clubs Have Been Cancelled
Tennis on Mondays
Mind Lab on Mondays
Ballet on Tuesdays
Hand Stitching on Tuesdays
Cooking on Tuesdays
Coach’s Choice on Wednesdays
Computer on Wednesdays
Jewelry Making on Wednesdays
Ready, Set Write on Thursdays
Israeli Culture on Thursdays
Flute on Thursdays
Coach’s Choice on Thursdays
The Following Clubs Have Been Closed Out
Art Club (K-2)
IMACS (1-2)
Art Club (5-6)
Grandparents’ & Special Friends’ Day
Friday, February 12, 2010
DKJA’s 26th Annual Benefit Ball & Auction
Saturday, March 13, 2010 after sundown
Polo Club Boca Raton
Jewish Federation of SPBC "Spirit & Spice"
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Bloomingdale's Boca Raton
Click here for details.
Jewish Basketball League
Boca Raton Synagogue offers a Jewish Basketball League for K-8 students. Click here for details.
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