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Dear Parents,
The snow is finally here! I can't say that I am thrilled to see it, but all things considered, not too bad!
As another great week comes to a close, I want to encourage you to read my blog post. As you know, I had the opportunity to attend the North American Jewish Day School Conference this past weekend in Atlanta. Having been back a few days now, my blog post reflects on the conference. I would love to hear your thoughts and for you to join the conversation. Click here to view the blog (you can also access it directly through our website ksa-ne.org).
I wish you all Shabbat Shalom and I hope that the snow is enjoyable over the weekend for everyone!
Shabbat Shalom!
Dear Parents, |
KSA NEWS  Mazal Tov to: - Rayna Taliano, Grade 4, for having her story "Faithful" published in Hutch Magazine
- Ghilly Einhorn & family on the birth of her first grandson
- The Palter family on the arrival on their new daughter Kimberly, sister of Nate, Grade 4
Condolences to: - Beth Kassap & family on the loss of her father, Burton Kassap, grandfather of Emily, Grade 7, and alumna Rebecca
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| KSA PARLOR MEETINGS  Marc Medwed, Head of School, and Michael Agus, President of the Board of Trustees, would like to invite you to attend one of two parlor meetings to discuss the school's financial situation and our plans to improve it. Our goals for these meetings are transparency and community-building. By working on both together, we will reinforce and sustain this outstanding school and make it even better and stronger. In attendance will be Marc Medwed, Russ Lavoie (Director of Finance & Operations), Michael Agus, and additional board Trustees. We will answer any questions you have to the best of our ability and engage you in a constructive conversation. Please feel free to submit questions in advance, anonymously if desired, to Nancy Anderson. Details, including our generous and gracious hosts, are as follows: Tuesday, January 24, 8:00-9:30pm: Laura Davis, 38 North Main Street, Sharon Wednesday, February 15, 8:00-9:30pm: Avi & Alanna Goldberg, 26 Babcock Street, Brookline Kosher refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to Nancy to let us know if you plan to attend, and to which meeting you choose. |
| HELP OUR 8TH GRADERS RAISE $$ TO SUPPORT SERVICES FOR DISABLED SOLDIERS IN ISRAEL!! 
"Beit Halochem is a place where the disabled can regain their dignity and quality of life. These courageous men and women have paid the ultimate sacrifice for the state of Israel. After they leave the hospital, Beit Halochem is there to help them rebuild their lives." -Beit Halochem Website (Click here) Each year, our eighth graders collect money to donate to a special place in Israel during their 8th grade Israel trip. Last year they collected and donated $400 for the Hai-Bar Nature Reserve. This year they will be collecting money and donating it to Beit Halochem Centre in Haifa, a place where injured soldiers participate in an outpatient program for physical therapy, especially those who have lost limbs. When our eighth graders travel to Israel in just under two weeks, they will tour the facility, speak with the soldiers, and present our school's donation. We are hoping for 100% participation from our students- any donation amount will help to make a difference. Please send cash or checks (payable to KSA) to school by January 24. Our 8th graders will come to the classes to collect the donations. We thank you for your assistance in helping us support this most important program. |
COMMUNITY NEWS ...is a non-profit organization providing support & creative outlets for families who have suffered the loss of a child in the South Shore area. There is an Open House at the Memory Room, 2 Canton Street, Suite 120, Stoughton, MA on Wednesday, February 8th from 5:00 - 6:30. Please RSVP to (781) 436-5137. For further information on The Memory Room click here. - THE LEVENTHAL-SIDMAN JCC, 333 NAHANTON STREET, NEWTON, MAGIC ARK PERFORMING ARTS SERIES FOR FAMILIES PRESENTS:
Fancy Nancy, Duck for President & Other Story Books Sunday, January 29 11am and 1pm Click here for more information. |
| | | | | | | | | CALENDAR January 26 Board of Trustees Mtg 7:30 PM January 28 Grade 2 Milestone Event 6:30 PM |
|  SCHOOL DELAY/ CANCELLATION INFO FOR 2011-2012 Click here |
| RECRUITMENT 
Calling all KSA Siblings & Friends... If you have a sibling or a friend who will be eligible for next year's Gan Aleph, Gan Bet, or any other grade, please contact Sandi Morgan Dunn. Any questions about Recruitment and/or Admissions please contact Sandi Morgan Dunn or call 781-769-5555 ext. 204. CLICK HERE to read about our great tuition referral incentive!! |
| KSA SHABBATON Our first Shabbaton meeting will be taking place Thursday, 1/26, at 8:00 AM. We would love your ideas and input. Please join us. RSVP if you haven't already spoken to Marla. FAMILY TABLE We are still looking for drivers for Sunday, March 4th to help deliver food for Family Table. Please contact Marla Olsberg to get more information on this wonderful family mitzvah opportunity!! |
SHOP AT STOP & SHOP AND EARN $ FOR KSA 
From now through March 29th, for every dollar you spend, you'll help KSA. Just register your card and it will happen automatically every time you shop. Click here to register your card online: www.stopandshop.com/aplus and enter ID # 06954 |
| GIVE YOUR BUSINESS TO KSA PARTNERS  LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO SERVICE YOUR CAR? Living the Dream Auto Care, Atlas Press, Inc., and Smiles and Miles Travel are just a few examples of local companies who have agreed to donate a percent of their profits to KSA when we use their services. Just tell them you've heard of them from KSA when you patronize them. To view the full list of our Partners,click here. |
| UPCOMING GAMES: Girls' Travel Sun 1/22 @ Maimo 10:30 Mon 1/30 @ Newton SS 4:30 Boys' Varsity Sun 1/22 @ Maimo 12:00 Mon 1/30 @ Newton SS 3:30 Come support our Hornets!! |
| For your Birthday Parties and Bar/Bat Mitzvah Rentals |
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A 6th & 7th GRADE REPORT CARDS
