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Message from the Head of School
 Next week, we will celebrate Thanksgiving with friends and family. We anticipate this annual holiday as a way of giving thanks, enjoying a wonderful meal, and showing appreciation for what we have.
As Jews, we wake up every morning, renew our souls, and give thanks to G-d on a personal level as we recite Modeh Ani. Jewish scripture states that gratitude is the essence of life. Thus, upon wakening from sleep, we say Modeh Ani. The Midrash (Bereshis Rabbah 14:11) says, "...for every single breath we take, we should express our thanks to G-d for the gift of life."
As you gather around your Thanksgiving tables this week, take a moment to be grateful for what you have, and to be guided by your Jewish values on a daily basis.
Shabbat Shalom,
Karen Feller
Head of School
Development News
 Cooking Demonstrations and Tastings December 7, 2009
Reserve a space (limited seating) for the international cooking sensation known as the "Rachael Ray of South Africa," Sharon Glass, hosted by Jill and Yori Galel. Click here to whet your appetitie and register for one of the two kosher cooking demos and tastings on December 7, 2009. VERY LIMITED SEATING! Tickets are $50.
Admissions Update
Tuition Assistances Applications Available Now
Tuition Assistance Applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are now available online. ONLY online applications will be accepted this year.
Lower School Highlights
By Mrs. Shelley Katz and Mrs. Nitza Hartung
Lower School Judaic Studies Teachers
 Third-grade Judaic Studies classes presented Mi’Dor L’Dor projects, which were received with enthusiasm and interest. Students displayed their family’s treasures and Jewish heirlooms with pride. In order to expand and enrich students' knowledge and experience of the theme of Mi’Dor L’Dor, parents and grandparents were invited to come to their child’s class and explain in person their connection/history of a family heirloom or an interesting Jewish experience. This is a wonderful third-grade learning experience that teaches the children about our traditions and heritage.
Choir Performs at Federation Luncheon
Choir members Elle Holzhauer, Taylor Grillone, Keren Bard, and Alexa Rosenholtz girls performed this week at a luncheon for the Federation of South Palm Beach County, held at Boca West. They were oustanding and represented our school with pride! Mazel tov!
K-8 Parents Invited to Workshop
K-8 parents are invited to a participate in the “Inspiring Resilience in our Children” workshop, which willl be presented by Dr. Sarita Schapiro.
DATE: Thursday, December 10, 2009
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
Please RSVP to Jessica Rinaldi at 852-3364 or rinaldij@dkja.org by Tuesday, December 1, 2009. Click here for details.
Middle School Highlights
NJHS Introduces the Triangles of Truth Program
By Middle School Guidance Counselor Sydney Siegal
 After learning about the Triangles of Truth program from National Junior Honor Society member Emily Firestone, the DKJA chapter of the NJHS decided to adopt this important cause as one of its community service projects for the year. Now you can be a part of it, too. By buying a triangle for $1.00, you will accomplish two goals. First, you will honor a Holocaust victim by displaying his or her name respectfully. Second, by purchasing a triangle, you will be working to stop genocide in Darfur today. We hope to prove that we have learned from the lessons of the Holocaust and use our knowledge to prevent present-day and future genocide. Each triangle purchased will be displayed around the school to show support of this great cause. Triangles can be purchased in the School Office during after-school candy sales and from any NJHS member. All proceeds will benefit the Save Darfur Coalition and the Genocide Intervention Network
Pictured: National Junior Honor Society Members Ryan Paul, Alex Silverman (Historian), Alan Koolik, Emily Firestone.
Artists' Creativity on Display
By Carol Routman, Middle School Art Teacher
 Three amazing MTM parent volunteer docents and one very enthusiastic writing teacher combined to make Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture come alive! Docents Marianne Altschul, Dara Salama, and Gail Cohen hit the perfect chord in Mrs. Ostrow’s fifth-grade English class when they presented the amazing buildings designed 100 years ago by Frank Lloyd Wright. For an extra credit assignment, students were asked to plan and execute a 3-D model of a Frank Lloyd Wrigt building. Their amazing work is on display right outside the fifth-grade classrooms. Note the cantilevers, modern design, and attention to including nature in the design plans! Kudos to all!
High School Highlights
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 Coffeehouse
Last night’s Coffeehouse was a great success. Students and faculty presented thirteen acts that included dance, music, and comedy.There was a full house of parents, faculty, staff and alumni joining in this celebration of the talent of our students.
American Government and the Community
 The students in Mr. Talerico’s American Government class were given the opportunity to go "outside" of the classroom to learn how local government works. The students were assigned a project that requires them to think of a problem within their city limits, and then contact the commissioners of their respective cities about the problem they chose. The problems varied from issues concerning traffic lights to the overabundance of iguanas in Boca Raton. Seniors Aliza Bresnick (shown at left with Mr. Talerico) and Zach Herbert received quick replies stating that their concerns regarding two traffic lights in Boca Raton will be immediately attended to, and they were also given thanks by their commissioners for taking an active role concerning their city and their city’s government. By giving them the chance to see how the political process really operates, DJKA students have moved another step closer to becoming mature, productive adults in their communities. Proudly, they have the knowledge and motivation necessary to remedy any future problems in their cities.
Make A Note. . . Save The Date
Order Yearbooks and Salutations Early!
The yearbook salutation deadline is right around the corner….don’t miss out on the opportunity to honor your child and support the school! The deadline for salutations is November 24, 2009, and any salutations submitted after this date, will incur a $25.00 late fee. Space is very limited. Click here for the salutation form and the yearbook form.
Fourth Annual Tennis Extravaganza
Monday, January 11, 2010
Click here to order tickets online now!
Grandparents' & Special Friends' Day
Friday, February 12, 2010
DKJA's 26th Benefit Ball & Auction
Saturday, March 13, 2010 after sundown at the Polo Club Boca Raton
Join the Adolph & Rose Levis JCC-DKJA Instructional Soccer League for ages 4 – 10.
Click here for details.
The Adolph & Rose Levis JCC Adult Department
Sandler Sage-ing™ Institute presents “7 Steps to Loving Life After Divorce” with Melinda Freiman, Divorce Coach
Monday, January 11, 2010 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Click here for details. Cost is $10 per person. For information call Kathy Slutsky at (561) 558-250. Click here for details.
• Optional workshops may be available
Congregation B’nai Israel
Shabbat Alive, Friday, November 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary.
An uplifting service of contemporary Jewish Music featuring Cantor Stephanie Shore, Cantor Rita Shore, Alter Chai Notes, and Chai Lights.
B'nai Torah Congregation
2010 Concert and Cultural Arts Series Kick-Off Event
Featuring Debbie Friedman Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at 6 p.m.
Special Family-Friendly Start time!
Tickets are available for purchase at www.DKJAstore.com and will be placed in your child's backback prior to the event. A portion of all tickets sold through the DKJA Shuk will benefit the DKJA Annual Fund. B'nai Torah members may also purchase tickets at the member price at the synagogue. Click here for more information.
Barnes & Noble Book Fair, December 5 through 9, 2009. Click here for details.
Family Shabbat Dinner for DKJA Families, Friday, January 22, 2010
Rock Shabbat is at 5:00 p.m., Kabbalat Shabbat services are at 6:00 p.m., which will then be followed by a festive Family Shabbat Dinner! Click here for details.
Temple Beth El
Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 – January 19, 2010 at 12:00 noon
A look at how the Jewish nation lived under foreign rule and other religions through the ages. For more information, please call (561)391-8900.
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