Schools

Beginning back in December 2023, 14 Mercaz Academy fourth and fifth graders, bursting with excitement, competed in the elementary division of the CIJE Robotics League Tournament. It was the culmination of months of hard work in which the extracurricular Robotics Club spent one or more recesses each week working together to build robots for the tournament under the guidance of Director of Educational Technology Lynda Last.

HANC High School’s Purim festivities do not stop at the amazing Purim Chagigah. For us, Purim is a season of celebration, with a week of costumes and festivities leading up to Purim day. One of our highlights was the incredible senior break-fast at Coffee Bar of Lawrence after the conclusion of Taanis Esther. Seniors and staff alike davened Maariv and broke their fasts on incredible pastas, pizzas, and salads. While they ate, they had the privilege of being entertained and mesmerized by the renowned mentalist Marc Salem, who dazzled everyone!

As Pesach draws near, Queens Cheder, nestled in the heart of our community, has been a hub of activity. As we look back on the recent weeks, we find ourselves filled with a deep sense of satisfaction and gratitude for the significant milestones reached in our Yom Tov preparations.

The solar eclipse this week provided a marvelous educational opportunity. Teachers diligently explained the intricate orbits of the Sun and Moon, along with the science behind the harmful effects of gazing directly at the eclipse. It was also a moment to, once again, recognize the awe-inspiring wonder of creation: “Ma Rabu Ma’asecha Hashem.”

The Yeshiva Primary Purim program was an amazing success. The event started off with a masquerade for every class, where every student dressed up, presented their costumes, and had lots of fun.

The YCQ Seventh and Eighth Grade Boys Shabbaton was a spectacular success, featuring unparalleled levels of ruach, inspiration, and camaraderie.