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After a year of challenges, and learning, the first graders at the Yeshiva of Central Queens came together with their cohorts to receive their first siddur. The program began with the singing of the “Star Spangled Banner” and “Hatikvah,” led by Rabbi Moshe Hamel and Rabbi Michael Ribalt, followed by a special recitation of T’hilim for all of klal Yisrael during this scary time.

HAFTR Lower School students enjoyed several outdoor experiences with nature over the past two weeks. Before Shavuos, Kindergarten classes helped Principal Ms. Joy Hammer fill our new garden with plants. They enjoyed digging a space to set the plants so that they will grow and fill in the garden over time. They talked about how plants need soil, air, light, and water to grow.

MTA Freshmen had an amazing time bonding with their friends and rebbeim on their grade-wide overnight trip, which took place on Thursday, May 20, to Friday, May 21. The trip began with a stop at Laser One for fun games and laser tag, and continued on to Camp Dora Golding for an overnight. Talmidim took advantage of the perfect weather and enjoyed lots of outdoor sports, including a rebbe-talmid softball game and grade-wide basketball tournament. From chilling in the game room to night activities, a make-your-own ice cream sundae bar, bonfire, and a midnight barbecue, there was something for everyone. The trip was the perfect way for talmidim to spend time with friends whom they may not share classes with, bond with their rebbeim outside the classroom, and come together as a grade with tremendous achdus!

The Sophomores and Juniors of the Stella K. Abraham High School for Girls were privileged to listen to Dr. Yehudit Abrams on Wednesday, May 19, as she shared her incredible life story and achievements.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, students in the Middle School have been discussing mental health and wellness, mindfulness, and how to integrate more intentional practices in their use of technology. Students were treated to a wonderful interactive presentation on self-improvement and goal-setting through the lens of Torah and psychology by Rabbi Dr. Saul Haimoff.

On Wednesday evening, May 12, Shevach High School’s beloved principal, Rebbetzin Rochelle Hirtz, delivered a very thought-provoking and meaningful shiur to its alumnae via Zoom. Organized by Shevach alumna Menucha Avruch, Rebbetzin Hirtz began her talk by quoting the Gemara in B’rachos that the name of a person provides us with a glimpse into a person’s character and future accomplishments.