The Yeshiva of Central Queens and the YCQ PTO dedicated the week of October 20 to a Kindness Campaign in memory of Mrs. Melissa Maisel a”h. The week began with kickoff assemblies led by Rabbi Landsman, who introduced the initiative with an inspirational video. Students and staff also received beautiful zip-up sweatshirts from the PTO with “Be Kind” written on the back.
Tuesday’s “Mix It Up Lunch” encouraged JHS students to sit with new peers. Students had the opportunity to watch a special video message from Mrs. Maisel’s daughter and hear about Mrs. Maisel and how she started this special initiative at the school. Tuesday and Wednesday also featured seventh- and eighth-graders leading activities for elementary school students.
Additional programming on Wednesday included two powerful y’mei iyun for Grades 4-5 and 6-8, respectively. Students learned b’chavrusa about the importance of chesed and emulating Hashem’s kindness to us.
The week concluded with “Action Plan Day.” The entire school wore blue for bullying prevention and made personal commitments to positive change. The Junior High School was also introduced to the “Just One Chesed” organization and the amazing opportunities it offers.
A tremendous thank-you to the PTO, Dr. Elana Dumont, Mrs. Aviva Dua, and the entire administration for such a special week.