Back Section B to School Page B2 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School Learning for learning’s sake By FRANCES GOODMAN PELLATT Guttman, who gave the valedictorian ceremony was tainable develop- Special to The CJN speech at the graduation ceremony this past Eunice deGruchy, ex- ment.” June, admits she has always been impressed ecutive director of the The adult earning and education is not only for by the saying, You are never too old to learn. Quebec Association learners’ week was the young. Adult learners are filling “We have been able to keep our minds for Adult Learning created to “increase Lour educational institutions to expand alert and to find many new interests to read (QAAL), who ex- awareness of the im- their knowledge: to and speak about,” she pressed her pleasure portance of lifelong study, to discover and said in her presenta- at being invited to the learning and to en- to enlighten them- tion to her fellow graduation and courage adults to selves about many dif- classmates, the gradu- quoted the QAAL participate in many ferent subjects as they ates’ relatives and slogan: “Learning types of learning ac- continue their journeys other guests in atten- turns your life on.” tivities.” Therefore, through life. dance. Also on the dais was the goal of the MAE At 97 years young, “Something like Murray Sang, program for adult Sarah Guttman, a this allows us to be director of the Con- learners is not based resident of Mai- able to continue to be cordia University on exam scores or monides Geriatric the viable and alert in- Centre for Continu- tests, but learning for Centre, signed up, dividuals we always ing Education, who learning’s sake: to along with about 30 were,” she added. noted that he had Kevin Mariasine, with his grandmother, know, to do, to live other seniors, for the The six-year-old been handing out Patsy Guttman Rudner, dressed up for the together, and to be. weekly adult educa- Maimonides Adult Ed- diplomas all week. graduation of his great-grandmother, Sarah “From a perspec- tion classes offered at ucation (MAE) He said, “This per- Guttman. [F.G. Pellatt photos] tive of learning, [this the centre. program is organized sonifies what we program] offers the The five-month 2006 Maimonides adult education vale- by Ana Osborne, a believe in, [that] learning never stops.” participants the opportunity to stay active and program runs from dictorian Sarah Guttman therapeutic recreation Educators know that learning is more than involved in the community,” says Osborne, February until June, specialist who has what happens in a classroom and that it con- “to learn something new, challenge ideas they with a varied curricu- been with the centre tinues throughout our lives. At Expo 2000 in have, learn from each other, as well as lum that includes topics such as current for more than a decade. This year’s gradu- Hanover, Germany, the concept of an inter- [having] the social component.” affairs and world issues; trends in the trade ates included residents of the centre as well national adult learners’ week was developed The men and women who participate in schools; coping with change in uncertain as residents from some of the accredited “to facilitate environments that are conducive the MAE program can be proud to know that times; and courses related to the arts, housing homes run by the centre. to learning and that consider adult learning they are role models for anyone who aspires and the environment. The keynote speaker at the graduation as a right and a tool for equitable and sus- to be a lifelong learner.
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INTERNET FREE FOR MEMBERS 4855 Kensington Ave NDG (x Somerled) Bus 102, 103 Info: 514-489-5301 6H3 August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B3 Back to School 50+ PROGRAMS Personal fulfilment through culture at CJCS BETTER THAN EVER By ELAINE COHEN register for the level that suits their needs. Sim- Supplements Co-ordinator ilarly, the schedule is so diverse that people who work during the day or travel at regular intervals aking courses, discovering new hobbies will still be able to find activities to accommo- A Sampling of the many Courses beginning in early September ! and keeping fit are activities that stimu- date their timetable. Tlate the brain at any age. The computer department epitomizes the di- The Program Services Department at versity and sophistication of CJCS’s astute pro- [Mini-Med School: New Topics and Speakers Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors (CJCS) gramming. There are so many courses that the list [Legal or Illegal - History of Immigration to North America - John Felvinci has always kept its members abreast of the times takes up three pages in the fall course calendar. and this fall is no exception. Program director Workshops and courses are designed to appeal to [The New “Normal” Living in the Age of Terrorism - Marvin Hershorn Elaine Shapiro, co-ordinator Joyce Tobenstein, novices who have never used a mouse and those and supervisor of program services Luni who simply need a Windows refresher. As for [How to Buy a Digital Camera - Sol Levinson Bendayan have structured such an innovative techies keen on mastering website design and [Travel Planning On Line for the Computer Savvy - Charna Young program that participants will not only keep au movie-making, CJCS has lots of challenging courant, they may very well outpace people choices. The Advanced Computer Education (ACE) [Sholem Aleichem Revisited - Janie Respitz much younger than themselves. program, for example, is a cutting-edge option. [ As for baby boomers, CJCS is gearing up to For photographers about to go digital, CJCS Tips on How to Settle An Estate with RBC Royal Bank ease their transition to retirement. Preparations has devised a session to put members on the right [“Belly Dancing” and “Hard Core” Workshops in the Wellness Centre are underway for the launch of Life Options. track. How To Buy a Digital Camera will turn “We will provide them with challenging fledgling photographers into knowledgeable con- [Scrapbooking and Reverse Découpage in the Craft Centre learning opportunities,” says Shapiro. The trick sumers. [Glass Fusing, Jewellery Design and Painting with Acrylics in the to successful retirement is to find a purpose in The Internet has become a neat vehicle for life and be passionate about what you do, planning trips, but there are tricks to finding the Fine Arts Department whether it’s acquiring a skill, gaining insight on best deals. CJCS’s Internet sleuths can guide the [Mah Jongg - Instruction and Supervised international affairs or learning a language.” way in two sessions in Travel Planning Online In addition, the friendly milieu at the CJCS for the Computer Savvy. Another popular course main campus, 5700 Westbury Ave., and the West- is on Adobe Photoshop, a widely used digital A full range of evening courses are also available mount Mini-Centre at Temple Emanu-El Beth imaging program for manipulating photos, il- Sholom, 395 Elm Ave., is conducive to learning lustrations and web images. FOR INFORMATION AND A FREE PROGRAM GUIDE: CALL 514-342-1234 and sharing ideas. Fall registration is underway. Similarly, bridge players will discover online For information, phone 514-342-1234. workshops, supervised bridge, competitive Once you are a member, you can register and bidding and duplicate bridge at different levels CENTRE JUIF CUMMINGS POUR AÎNÉS pay for each activity. There’s something for every at the Westbury centre and one at Shaare Zedek CUMMINGS JEWISH CENTRE FOR SENIORS interest group and even in categories such as Congregation. 5700 Westbury Avenue bridge, computers and fitness, participants can Continued on page B5 [email protected] www.cummingscentre.org 6H3 CONGRATULATIONS
“Hi, my name is Murray Shapiro. Adam is my third child to attend Herzliah. I am proud to offer my children a Jewish high school experience in this dynamic school that also offers a strong, innovative secular & general studies program.”
2005-06 has been a very special year for Hebrew Academy. NEW THIS YEAR! Recently the school received the honour of becoming recognized and accredited by the Canadian Educational Standards Institute (CESI). • Secondary I Retreat The mission of CESI is to promote educational excellence through a • Advisor program rigorous school accreditation process and we are proud that the CESI • Middle School Board unanimously approved the accreditation as a full sustaining member (Snowdon) of the Institute. • New improved science lab (Beutel) This positive recognition is the result of very hard work and dedication by • RAP (Individualized our administration, teaching staff, Executive and Board of Directors, and learning program) the entire Hebrew Academy Community to providing a dynamic educa- tional environment that nurtures and encourages each student’s quest for OPEN HOUSE DATES: academic excellence. Beutel (St. Laurent) Campus Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2006 WE ARE SO PROUD OF OUR STUDENTS…….Chesed is an integral part of student life and some of the highlights for Snowdon Campus 2005-06 include the Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund, The Weekend to Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2006 End Breast Cancer, Friendship Circle, Emunah Women and the Mimi Najman Fund. School opens on August 30, 2006 SHALOM to more than 50% of our graduates who have chosen to continue their education in Eretz Yisrael!!
For more information, please contact Annette Goldman-514-489-5321, ext 353 or e-mail at goldmanan@ha-montreal.org www.utt.qc.ca 6H3 Page B4 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School JPPS/Bialik reinforce position in the community
By ELAINE COHEN Supplements Co-ordinator
or the past 92 years, the Montreal Jewish Fcommunity has ben- efited from the education- al and cultural presence of the Jewish People’s and Peretz Schools (JPPS), and since its establishment in 1972, from Bialik High School as well. Like fine wine, JPPS/Bialik keeps improv- ing with age. “Over the next five years we intend to reinforce Bialik High School students, from left, Max Libman, Miranda our position in the commu- Tuwaig and Netanel Kimchi act in The Tempest. nity with new initiatives,” [Diane Dupuis-Kallos photo] says Gail Fayerman Campbell, president of been hired to spearhead the project. JPPS/Bialik’s board. “True, we’re proud of our academic A graduate of JPPS, Campbell says progress,” says Campbell, “but we are equally JPPS/Bialik is extraordinary because it proud of our extraordinary community initia- embraces all Jewish practices – Reform, Con- tives.” servative and Orthodox. In addition, its student At JPPS/Bialik, pupils are taught the sig- body represents the socio-economic diversity nificance of looking out for others and carrying of the Montreal Jewish community. out good deeds. Marcy Stein, who teaches Arnold Cohen, who chairs the executive English and mathematics at Bialik High, committee of JPPS/Bialik, is also an alumnus. recently spearheaded a campaign to raise He takes pride in the fact the school is devoted awareness of breast cancer. Students con- to educational equity. “We give everyone in the tributed substantial funds this past spring community an equal opportunity to engage in through their participation in events such as a Jewish education.” Think Pink and National Denim Day. Campbell and Cohen cite cases where In addition, Grade 6 students at JPPS also students attending secular schools in the private had an opportunity this past spring to demon- Centre de la Childcare and public sectors have expressed an interest strate their sensitivity to unrest in the world. in getting a Jewish education. The youngsters observed a morning of silence Petite Enfance Centre “If they really want it, we’ll do a lot to help to commemorate the plight of people denied a de of them,” says Campbell. “We’ve always had an voice. Under the guidance of teachers Sheila ` ¨ entry level of Yiddish and we also have an entry Perry and Jennifer Nyman, they reflected on Formation Hebraique Hebrew Foundation level of Hebrew. The streaming system at Bialik human suffering in the Holocaust, Rwanda and enables students to maximize their potential. Sierra Leone. The children made montages, They are grouped according to their level of read about genocides and wrote in a journal. Is pleased to announce comprehension in Yiddish, Hebrew, French and While engaged in these activities, the disci- that registration for the mathematics. plined group abstained from talking. They also Campbell, a chartered accountant who succeeded in raising money for the Montreal 2007 - 2008 year teaches at Concordia University, recognizes the Holocaust Museum and other charities. will begin in November 2006 importance of an enriched Jewish education. Approximately, 1,100 students attend contingent upon established priorities* “At JPPS/Bialik we’re committed to teaching JPPS/Bialik. In addition to the JPPS elemen- the religious aspects of our heritage, history, tary school at 5170 Van Horne Ave., and Bialik culture and ethics. Students develop an at- High at 6500 Kildare Rd., a centre de la petite In all cases the deadline for the priority category must be met. tachment to Israel. They learn what it means enfance du Québec for preschoolers is located to be a Jew and lead a well-rounded Jewish life. at 7950 Wavell Rd. Our centre features: So, when they graduate and go out in the world, Experienced principals Adina Matas at JPPS •Highly experienced, nurturing, they feel empowered by their Jewish identity.” and Elaine Wisenthal Milech at Bialik High professional staff JPPS/Bialik has an outstanding academic are committed to pedagogical professional and •Love of Judaism and Israel record. Students in grades 6, 7 and 8 consis- educational development. By attending work- •Enriched, child-centered tently place at the top in Canadian national shops, seminars and conferences, JPPS/Bialik curriculum mathematics competitions. JPPS also has a teachers keep current with the latest instruc- •Daily physical education in a state-of-the-art robotics program, and students tion methods and technology. Their aim is to well-equipped gym take part in special events such as science fairs, ensure that every student receives the most •Music, dance, French, science, sports and other activities. Bialik students have advanced education. computer specialty programs their own laptops from grades 9 to 11, and both The elementary and secondary school cur- •Government subsidized - $7.00 the elementary and secondary divisions are riculum includes English, French, Hebrew and per day centre making progress in their quest to make each Yiddish studies. Campbell says Yiddish at class technologically advanced with interac- JPPS/Bialik involves much more than language Note: *Priority #4 (for members of Congregation Beth Tikvah) is tive “whiteboards.” learning. It encompasses an entire culture. contingent upon satisfactory membership arrangement completed by Bialik has also successfully implemented “We are the Montreal school with long-es- August 31st of the registration year. LEAP, a program to help secondary grade tablished roots in the city. We’re the keepers of students progress at their own speed, and JPPS that rich Yiddish heritage.” For information or an appointment please call: (514) 684-6446 plans to introduce the program in the elemen- For more information on JPPS/Bialik, call 6H3 tary grades. A special needs co-ordinator has 514-731-3841, extension 227. August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B5 Back to School Stimulate the brain at CJCS We don’t just sell shoes Continued from page B3 Afro Caribbean Dance is slated for fall and like WE FIT SHOES Jewelry Design is popular at the CJCS craft many of the other dance genres, no partner is centre. Participants can learn an engrossing skill required. and produce exquisite items they can wear or Once again, Mini-Med School is scheduled present as gifts. The sessions are offered at so for several sessions starting Sept. 5. The big news many different times that members will have no is the centre has enlisted another eminent team trouble fitting this fun activity into their sched- of specialists addressing a fresh slate of topics, ules. namely cardiology, memory and aging, gas- Scrapbooking has really caught on, and no troenterology, prostate problems and infectious NON-MARKING wonder. These creative endeavours draw lots of diseases. SOLES attention, whether displayed at home or presented Languages and literature are always fasci- to someone special. Participants will learn how nating subjects to pursue. Participants can share to crop photos, create special borders and do their love of literature through creative writing, layouts. Reverse Decoupage, Recycle Art, Mini the Writer’s Circle and the Book Club. Linguists Interior Design, Glass Fusing, and For the Love should take note of classes in Spanish, Italian, of Birds, are other new courses. Again this fall, French, Hebrew and English. craft and art enthusiasts can count on their tra- The liberal arts department features sessions ditional art and sculpture offerings, in addition on The Ballets Russe and provides a glimpse at to Adapted Art Classes. The World Today When it comes to buying gifts for relatives Members will have an opportunity to explore or friends, most people will tell you they want historical biographies, news and views plus other to present something useful. CJCS has the enlightening courses under the banner of Inter- solution. Treat the individual to a class or a national Studies. A new one to take note of at the workshop at the centre. Here are some new work- Westmount Mini Centre is titled “Legal or Illegal shops to start them off: Tole Painting, Wardrobe – History of Immigration to North America.” Renovation and Colour Harmony Beading. Everybody wants to stay young and keep fit, To really get an eyeful of the intricate art at and the Wellness Centre is the place to flex CJCS, make a point of attending the craft and muscles. Certified instructors run classes at all fine arts department’s Annual Art Exhibition and levels plus adapted classes for post-stroke and
Sale from Nov. 4 to 6. other conditions. The reflexology clinic is new Shoes from Infants to Adults 5H3 Hobbies and leisure are what retirement is all this fall and it’s designed to promote good health, about and CJCS organizes instruction and su- improve circulation, reduce stress and speed 7137 Cote St. Luc Rd. 488-5580 pervised sessions for knitters, mah jong and recovery from illness. (Cote St. Luc Shopping Centre) Rummi-Q players. Holiday celebrations and special events are Jewish Studies and Culture, Performing Arts, more meaningful, when observed with friends at Music and Dance are all conducted at the centre. CJCS. Check the fall calendar for specific dates.
Ben’sparentsthoughthe’d never learn his ABCs. Now, he can’t put down his favourite book.
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By FRANCES GOODMAN PELLATT Research has shown that there are different “Life is more competitive, and there is a Special to The CJN ways to learn and many methods of teaching. huge demand for private schools,” says With a network of about 100 tutors, Karachin- Karachinsky, “and with entrance exams being ducation is the basis for knowledge, and knowledge is sky matches students with tutors who can help required now for [private] high schools, this needed to succeed in this world. them succeed at elementary school and through can be a great source of stress for the kids as E We all want success for our children, but with the in- to university. well as the parents.” creased expectations placed on our youngsters today to achieve Karachinsky says at the elementary level She notes that the stress of competition can academically, they may need additional help through tutoring. students mostly require help with homework. affect a child’s self-esteem. Working with a “However, a tutor doesn’t guarantee success, but gives In high school or university, the need might be tutor helps a student get into the frame of mind [students] help,” says Chelsea Karachinsky, who started Mind- more focused in a particular area. She suggests to do exams and gives him or her the experi- works Tutoring Services about three years ago to assist parents that working with a tutor twice a week is ben- Chelsea Karachinsky ence of practising with all types of questions in finding the right tutors and after-school homework helpers for eficial for students who are having difficulty that might be asked. their children. with a specific subject. Karachinsky’s network of tutors includes former teachers, “Working in the field [education], I noticed a need for tutors “Although not all kids have trouble, often parents don’t have working teachers and even university students. She looks for all and for parents to have an easier time to find appropriate tutors,” the skills or the time to help with homework,” says Karachinsky, types of personalities, temperament and character. Her hiring says Karachinsky, who worked at Batshaw Youth Protection who is mindful of the fact that parents may want to separate methods are strict. She gives each candidate an in-depth inter- Services before obtaining her master’s degree in social work. tutoring their children from being a parent “Some can do it, some view to learn about the individual’s teaching methods and expe- can’t,” she adds riences, as well as abilities with children and with teaching. Tutors can help students improve their grades, raise their test “I need tutors to be eclectic and have different teaching styles,” The Lansdowne Tutoring Center scores, learn productive study skills, build academic self-confi- she says. Some clients may require more discipline, while others dence and reach their full potential. Tutoring can help children need a more friendly mentoring type of tutor. And with a growing Le Centre Lansdowne Tutorat develop study skills that they can take with them through their client base, she is always looking to increase her network of tutors. academic life. The fall school semester will be starting shortly. For more in- 5325 Snowdon Avenue 203 Hymus, Suite 200 Karachinsky and her team collaborate with students’ teachers formation about Mindworks Tutoring, telephone Chelsea Karachin- Montréal, Québec Pointe Claire, Québec – “so that everyone is working on the same page,” she says – for sky at 514-770-2636; e-mail [email protected] or H3X 1Y3 H9R 1E9 the benefit of the students. visit the website www.mindworkstutoring.com
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ing experience, both in the classroom and on a one-to-one basis. 6H3 August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B7 Back to School Parent and tots spend quality time at West Island JCC
BY ELLEN LECHTER GREEN Mr. Music, has become a favourite with both children and parents. are already quite familiar with the JCC, adds Ingberg. Special to The CJN This program, for ages three to 12 months and for 12 months plus, All early childhood courses are led by a qualified facilitator. is structured with an hour of gym followed by an hour of music. For more information, call 514-624-6750. or years, the early childhood department of the West Island “Mr. Music is a wild and crazy man,” laughs Ingberg. “He’s a big JCC, 13101 Gouin Blvd. in Pierrefonds, has been offering hit with the children and their parents. He brings his guitar and Ffamilies a safe and friendly environment where their children instruments for the kids.” Concerned about can play, learn and socialize with their peers. The kids love the repetition of songs and the music and Now, even more programs are being offered this fall to parents movement program promotes body awareness and the develop- your child’s and children, from birth up to age four, says Heather Ingberg, the ment of rhythm, she adds. co-ordinator of early childhood services. Another course back this year is Mini Mini Sports Mix, for Posture? “Besides our gradual separation programs, we offer a variety ages 20 months plus, which focuses on enhancing gross motor of other courses for children and parents. These are of particular skills and co-ordination and introduces toddlers to sports such as interest to parents whose children are younger, or perhaps for basketball, parachute, football, and badminton. - Low Shoulder parents who aren’t yet ready to send them off on their own,” adds Then there is Wee Explorers, for ages five to 12 months, which Ingberg, herself a mother of four. uses finger play, toys and music to develop motor muscles, while - Uneven hips More recent programs include Parent and Baby Yoga, which Little Explorers, for ages 12 months and older, encourages cre- targets parents with babies from birth until crawling age. ativity through story time, finger play, a dramatic play centre, art, - Rounded back “This course is back by popular demand. The focus is on quality and block construction. time for parent and child,” says Ingberg. “And this fall, we’re Shabbat Shalom, a traditional Shabbat program complete with - Scoliosis… adding Parent and Toddler Yoga as well, which is for children two chalah, music, grape juice, crafts and gym time is also back by to four years old.” popular demand. This program is for ages 16 months and older. The yoga program has been a big hit with parents, as it gives Gradual separation programs include Magical Steps (for kids 1 them an opportunity to relax and bond with their children while ages 18 to 23 months) and On My Own (2 to 2 /2 years). In these Call… taking part in an activity that is physically and emotionally ben- programs, the parent first accompanies the child but then gradu- eficial. ally begins the separation process over time. “Each week is a Dr Alain Awaad Another popular course is Storybook Cooks and Crafts for positive experience for the parent with the child in a group setting,” Chiropractor ages 16 months and older. “Each week the child and parent spend she says. “And this prepares the child for the next stage of the an hour of active play in the baby gym, followed with circle time, program, which is slow separation.” (514) 747-2134 and each week the focus is on a different theme,” says Ingberg. Although enrolment for all gradual separation programs is “The cooking or art activity follows the theme of the story- already full for this September, registration for all of the early book read in class and children get to sample their edible cre- childhood courses is underway. 6525 Decarie, suite 217, ations.” Many of the children currently enrolled in gradual separation Montreal, Qc, H3W 3E3 One course that’s being offered again, Twist and Shout with programs are often graduates of other early childhood courses and 6H3 Page B8 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School
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3233 Jean-Béraud, Laval (450) 973-3373 6H3 By FRANCES GOODMAN WE OFFER: % PELLATT • We do Birthday Parties for Kids & Teens 20 off all products in store Special to The CJN with this coupon • We have Classes for all ages (Excluding items, already on sale) • Help to design Birthday, Wedding, Bar Mitzvah… Invitation uch anxiety and frustration has Expires Oct. 2/06 arisen over the continuous Mbattle to keep open the doors of the Fraser-Hickson Library. The privately funded institution is located in the borough of Notre Dame de The David Weissman Institute Grace (NDG). For many years, it was the The reading room of the Fraser-Hickson In- only free library in Montreal. stitute, as seen from the mezzanine of the Bronfman Jewish Education Centre 2006-07 Chief librarian Frances Akerman tells the computers for adults; three for teens and four, story of one young member who stood crying with restricted sites, for children. is proud to offer at the closed entrance a few years back. Fundraising takes place throughout the year “He lived in a one-bedroom apartment with with raffle baskets, book sales, a flea market creative, engaging and serious learning opportunities his dad and had no other access to computers and a craft fair. Guest authors to be featured or resources for doing school projects,” says fall are Governor General’s Award-winner Neil with outstanding teachers Akerman, who has been with the library since Bissoondath, who lived in NDG; award- (In depth study of the Bible and/or Jewish Philosophy) 1983 and has been chief librarian since 1991. winning mystery writer Mary Jane Maffini; The young lad worried about where he award-winning science fiction writer Robert CLASSES BEGIN OCTOBER 2 – REGISTER NOW!! could go and how he would complete his J. Sawyer; and non-fiction writer Fred schoolwork. Breummer, a Montreal West resident. (Check Call Rosa Finestone or Nina Assedo -(514) 345-2610 The institute, started by the late Hugh your local paper for dates and times.)
6H3 Fraser in 1870 with a generous bequest, has Akerman added that the library annually become a community resource centre for those has a cross-cultural Festival of Lights in who don’t have access to an English library. December celebrating Christmas, Chanukah Besides English and French books, the library and Kwanzaa, a non-religious event honour- The Federation of Teachers of has multilingual books in 14 languages. ing African-American culture and communi- An infusion of another hefty endowment ty. Jewish Schools honours some of in 1956 by the late J.W.A. Hickson, a Montreal Besides a vast selection of reading material professor, and a generous donation by the late in all genres and a video/DVD section, the Montreal’s finest teachers on their Margery Trenholme, a former chief librarian, library offers a shut-in service for people retirement were instrumental in helping to keep the in- unable to visit the library in person; a refer- stitute solvent. These funds, along with ence department that provides information in ongoing private contributions, have allowed the library and by telephone; an inter-library “To know wisdom and instruction… to receive the library to run efficiently over the years and loan service; a library orientation for schools; the instruction of wisdom, justice, and also to remain a viable venue offering activi- and a large-print book section for visually ties and programs that are vital for the com- impaired readers. judgment, and equity, to give providence…” munities it services. The library’s large auditorium is an ideal (Proverbs 1. 2-5) However, more recently, growing operat- venue for music recitals and art displays, and ing costs have affected its funding and caused is available for rental for community events deficits. After a short closure, financial support including wedding receptions. (Call 514-489- Denise Dionne Florence Mitmaker from the City of Montreal and neighbouring 5301, ext. 207, to reserve space). (UTT - Snowdon) (JPPS) boroughs permitted the library to reopen in The Fraser-Hickson Institute is located at October 2003, but the resources were for a 4855 Kensington Ave., telephone 514-489- three-year pilot project that ends this year. 5301. Membership is $2.00. Zvi Fleischer Rachel Rochman Eleven thousand people currently use the (JPPS) (UTT - Snowdon) facility. Concerned citizens and political leaders have been looking at long-term solu- Madeleine Lefebvre Rachelle Rosenberg tions, and Akerman says a plan should be fi- nalized by this September and put into practice (UTT - Beutel) (Hebrew Academy) by January of 2007. Assisting the library staff is a team of vol- Barbara London Nitza Sterling unteers who ensure that books are catalogued (Solomon Schechter Academy) (Herzliah - Beutel) and shelved, that activities are organized for children and adults, that fundraising events are organized, and that the Biblioboutique & Café – where visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee while perusing the second-hand books that are for sale – is staffed. “Kids come for school and Internet re- sources,” says Akerman, “and do community service [for volunteer] credits for high school.” The institute is not just a library. Program- ming for children includes chess, family movies, arts and crafts and storytelling for the younger set, and there is a cyberkids corner FEDERATION OF TEACHERS OF JEWISH SCHOOLS with educational CDs and an area for doing LA FÉDÉRATION DES ENSEIGNANTS DES ÉCOLES JUIVES homework assignments. Akerman notes that Phone: (514) 738-6852 e-mail: [email protected] computer use is free for members and you can
?H3 phone ahead to reserve time. There are 13 Outside Fraser-Hickson Institute signage August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B9 Back to School BONNIE’S DANCE SCHOOL Temple programs aim to educate and stimulate Location: SHAARE ZION SYNAGOGUE (TUESDAYS) By ANITA This year the former chair of ADATH ISRAEL (WEDNESDAYS) SZABADI-GOTTESMAN theology at McGill University spoke Special to The CJN at the temple on Muslim-Jewish re- • Classes begin Oct. 3. Limited space. ligious similarities and differences • Pre-K-Teens Hip Hop Break Dance hile summer is quiet for the and a brown-bag lunch featured staff at Temple Emanu-El- Allan Sherwin lecturing on the topic Register: [email protected] WBeth Sholom, it gives “Plants That Became Prescriptions: BONNIE: (514) 683-6079
program director and volunteer co-or- An Illustrated Talk.” 6H3 dinator Rhona Samsonovitch time to To provide the best possible pro- plan the temple’s many programs. gramming, Samsonovitch takes her The temple offers an array of lead from Rabbi Lerner and Rabbi programs aimed at educating and stim- Bykova as well as considering the Organizational & Study Skills ulating members and non-members. programming suggestions made by Liberal education has always been An evening of discussion with Helen Fremont, her corps of volunteers and congre- a priority for us at Temple Emanu-El author of After A Long Silence, part of the adult gants. “Based on the feedback from Beth Sholom,” says Samsonovitch. learning programming at Temple Emanu-El Beth all concerned, I know if I build it, Become a more “Our goal is to create programming Sholom. From left are temple members Hermann they will come,” says Samsonovitch. successful student that is both timely and relevant.” Gruenwald, Fremont, Rabbi Lionel Moses and Rabbi Lerner has launched a The temple, founded in 1882, was Rabbi Leigh Lerner. successful “off-campus” series at the third synagogue established in Ongoing programs include a Shabbat the Second Cup coffee shop on Greene Canada. Through several moves and ren- Torah class, Kabbalah study, bridge, Avenue where he leads hour-long sessions • Programs for students grade 5 through university ovations, it established itself as a landmark various activities offered by the Stroke on real cases in Jewish law. The temple’s • Programs for parents on Sherbrooke Street in Westmount. The Club, and discussion groups examining flyer states there is no charge for the • Organizing time, material & information only Reform congregation in Montreal, topics such death and dying. There is a evening of controversy, but house prices • Note taking, listening, learning & memorizing Temple Emanu-El Beth Sholom is home monthly book review series that is often prevail for the caffeine. • Working effectively at home to 1,200 families. held in collaboration with the Jewish Daytime programming includes a • Planning for, preparing for & writing exams Spiritual leader Rabbi Leigh Lerner Public Library. Courses on interfaith drop-in centre at which parents can bring • Communicating with teachers, peers & parents along with assistant Rabbi Elina Bykova marriage are ongoing. The temple is also their babies and meetings of the Montreal Courses begin strive to create a welcoming atmosphere the home of the Cummings Centre for Federation of Temple Youth (MOFTY) Tues. Oct. 3rd Grades 7 to 11 • Oct. 5th Grades 5 & 6 for both members and non-members. Seniors Westmont Mini-Centre. group and of the social-action group. The Most of the adult education programs Guest lecturers are brought in to speak temple’s new calendar of events for 2006- Carolyn Melmed (514) 482-3819 on a variety of current topics. “Our pro- 6H3 offered at the temple are free and are open 07 will be available in early September. One-to-one tutoring available to the public. “We may charge a nominal gramming is very diverse,” says Sam- For more information, visit the website fee at the door for some of our events,” sonovitch. “We pride ourselves on being www.templemontreal.ca or call Rhona says Samsonovitch. open, inviting and welcoming.” Samsonovitch at 514-937-3575, ext. 212.
souhaite à ses élèves, à son personnel et à ses bébévoles une excellente année scolaire et que l’année 5767 apporte à tout le peuple d’israël la paix tant attendue 6H3 Page B10 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School Rothberg gives foreign students a taste of Hebrew U
By ELLEN LECHTER GREEN courses at Hebrew U are available to them in housed in dormitories. Scopus Student Village, “As several students have told me, they are Special to The CJN both in Hebrew and English. Subject areas the new facilities that will be completed by studying in a sacred city for so many reli- include archeology, business, communications, 2007, will integrate RIS students with those gions,” she says. “You may learn about the ince 1955, the Rothberg International history, philosophy, psychology, sociology, in Hebrew U’s regular programs. Bible in class, but the professor doesn’t merely School (RIS) at the Hebrew University theology and political science. “We are ranked the best overseas school in discuss it, he brings you to the root of the dis- Sof Jerusalem has been offering students Graduate studies are offered for up to two Israel,” says Steinman. “And of course, cussion. Students are actually brought to areas an opportunity to learn Hebrew and to further years, while undergraduate programs are for Hebrew University of Jerusalem is on the list where you can touch and feel and see what their studies in Israel. six months to one year. For undergraduate of the top 100 schools in the world.” you have read.” “At that time, there was a desperate need studies, the freshman program is open to first- Sometimes students decide to stay on at Interested students can contact Moshik for overseas schools for kids who were mostly year students while the one year/semester Hebrew University after their year is finished, Galanty, director of student recruitment and from Europe and North America and were program is designed for students who have she says. Regardless of the length of their stay, alumni relations at 1-888-HEBREW U. Ap- looking to study in Israel,” says Carolyn already completed at least one year of uni- RIS students benefit from more than merely plications and information on obtaining schol- Steinman, eastern region director of the versity. academics. arships are available at www.cfhu.org. Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Besides providing Jerusalem. “Sam Rothberg, a tireless American students with a significant fundraiser, recognized that need and raised the cultural experience, and money for the initial school.” often fluency in a new RIS opened its doors in 1971 at Hebrew U’s language, courses can Mount Scopus campus, following the reunifi- count toward a degree at cation of Jerusalem in 1967. Currently, 2,500 the student’s home uni- students from 50 different countries are versity or college. enrolled in the school, which gives them an op- “It’s simply a way to portunity to study abroad at Hebrew U. both learn and to have a “Our students all share the common desire great time,” Steinman for a unique life experience in Israel,” says says. Steinman. “In fact, Hebrew becomes the The Rothberg School common language for many of the students, guides students through who come from as far away as China or Japan.” the process of raising Courses are offered at both undergraduate funds for scholarships if and graduate levels. Upon arrival in Jerusalem, needed, so that no students enrolled in the school must first student is denied the ex- complete ulpan, an intensive , six-week Hebrew perience of studying language program designed to increase each overseas at Hebrew U. Students at Hebrew University’s Rothberg International School benefit from studying at Mount Scopus in student’s Hebrew proficiency at all levels. After, Overseas students are Jerusalem.
exceptional teacher, mentor, leader
Montreal laureate of the Seventh annual Grinspoon-Steinhardt Awards for Excellence in Jewish Education
Recognizing teachers who make lasting impacts on the lives of Jewish children 6H3 August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B11 Back to School Junior Booty carries footwear for the whole family By ELAINE COHEN Supplements Co-ordinator
unior Booty, contrary to its name, sells Jmore than footwear for infants and adolescents. Although Junior Booty does specialize in footwear for children, it also features fine footwear and acces- sories for all age groups. Junior Booty’s diverse stock includes shoes and boots for infants, adoles- cents and adults, including Stephen Lenet, the owner of Junior Booty seniors. [Elaine Cohen photo] The name Junior Booty dates back to Velcro shoes for boys and girls as well as the store’s original location on Mackle Mary Janes for girls. Athletic footwear Road. To accommodate a growing clien- sold at the store includes shoes by Nike, tele, Junior Booty moved to the store’s Reebok, Adidas, Converse, Skechers, current location at Cote St. Luc Shopping Saucony, New Balance, Merrell, Centre. Columbia, Phat Farm, Keds and Stride Hy Bierbrier worked for the store’s Rite. Footwear by Aerosoles, Hush founding owner for a decade before ac- Puppies, Minibel, Maniqui, Modern Edge, quiring the store in 1981. With his wife, Kiotrends, Elle Footwear and Crocs is also Lorna, he built a loyal clientele and available there. doubled the store’s size. Bierbrier in- Junior Booty caters to its savvy clien- creased stock to include footwear and ac- tele by carrying the latest styles and cessories for adults as well as children. sought-after makes. “Now, everybody is Nevertheless, the owners retained the asking for Crocs, and the more colours we name Junior Booty because consumers as- carry the more they want,” Lenet says, sociated it with high-quality merchandise, adding that Crocs are comfortable and an extensive selection, personalized easy to slip on and off. service and competitive prices. Once frost is in the air, people start “I began working here in 1989,” says clamouring for boots. Favourites in the Stephen Lenet, adding the family con- boot category are Cougar, Columbia, nection continues with his wife, Randi Merrell, Tender Tootsies, Superfit, Pajar Bierbrier. “Eventually, we bought the and Saute Mouton. “This year we’ll see a business from my father-in-law. lot of fur-accessorized boots,” says Lenet. “A lot of our clients are repeat cus- “In the shoe line, earth tones, metallic tomers, and we’re constantly acquiring bronze, pewter, and gold are big. Then, of new ones. We also see a lot of young course, we have our traditional neutral and people moving back into the area. solid shades. However, customers come to us from all “We always measure a customer’s feet over the city.” to ensure a perfect fit,” says Lenet. “We As parents of three school-aged listen to our customers, find out what children, the couple is sensitive to family they’re looking for and consciously shopping needs. purchase products that meet their needs.” While Lenet handles everything from Many of Lenet’s first customers now buying and administration to helping cus- come in with their children. He says it is tomers and overseeing staff, his wife is in gratifying to fit the new generation with charge of the books. stylish shoes that feel good and wear well. For the last 15 years, Junior Booty cus- Junior Booty’s extensive stock of tomers have been able to take advantage footwear, hosiery and accessories may be of the store’s frequent buyer card. Every mind-boggling, but Lenet says his staff is time someone purchases a regular-priced so experienced and familiar with the store item that costs more than $30, his or her and its clientele that everything runs card is stamped. Customers receive a $25 smoothly. discount on their 13th purchase. Hosiery featured at Junior Booty runs To fill back-to-school requirements, the gamut from sporty and dressy socks to there is plenty of choice at Junior Booty. tights, pantyhose and knee-highs. Cus- “Some private schools specify non- tomers appreciate being able to buy hosiery marking black leather shoes [with soles at a store where they can accessorize styles that don’t scuff],” he says, “but rules vary and hues with boots and shoes. according to school.” There is plenty of free parking at Cote Among the different shoe styles St. Luc location of Junior Booty. For more featured at Junior Booty are lace-ups and information, phone 514-488-5580. Page B12 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School Core business centre serves entrepreneurs and students By ANITA SZABADI-GOTTESMAN Special to The CJN
roviding business solutions for all types and sizes of busi- Pnesses as well as to the student market is what drives Nicholas Dykler. More and more entrepreneurs are working from home offices. Dykler, 27, owner of the Core business centre, knew he could provide the office services unavailable to this niche market at home. The storefront offices of the Core business centre, a Experienced in the retail end of full-service business centre, located just south of business and always eager to serve downtown at the corner of Notre Dame and Guy the public, he was looking for the streets. [Anita Szabadi-Gottesman photo] right business opportunity. Dykler began in- terhead, business cards, labels and stylized in- vestigating the co-op concept of ownership of vitations. Photocopy services feature digital the Core business centres. The centres are colour and black and white with connectivity. modelled on Henry Roth’s Core business centre, Conference rooms are fully equipped and private which opened as an NDG storefront more than office are available for short or long-term rental. 11 years ago. Dykler liked the concept of being Core offers mailboxes that are accessible 24 part of a co-op of similar independent businesses hours, shipping, receiving and packaging that combine buying power with expertise. services, and binding and lamination services. Dykler launched his operation six months Dykler says if a client’s request cannot be ago, choosing the corner of Notre Dame and met immediately, he will find the right supplier Guy streets, just south of the bustling downtown for the job. core. The store is located within close proximi- The strip of Notre Dame Street on which ty of many small and large business and can also Core is located includes an eclectic mix of conveniently provide services to Concordia Uni- antique dealers, art galleries and residential versity students as well as students of the several housing. It is close to several metro stations and other colleges and trade schools in the area. there is ample street parking. “We saw this area as an up-and-coming After his first half year in business, Dykler neighbourhood with a real need for our and his team are still learning how to better Elementary services,” says Dykler. assist their clients. ”I want to learn from my cus- Pre-Kindergarten Located in a 2,000-square-foot premises, tomers and grow with them,” he says. to Grade 6 Core is divided into a full-service print shop, He says that being the owner of his own state-of-the-art computer stations with Internet business means that he takes great pride in his access and several bright, fully-appointed con- work and can give his personal guarantee “to OPEN HOUSE ference rooms available for rent by both home- do the job right.” based entrepreneurs and student groups. For more information about Core business Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006 The range of services available at the Core centre, telephone 514-807-1287 or visit the Thursday, Oct. 19, 2006 business centre include printing services for let- website www.corebizcentres.com. 9:00 a.m. - Noon 3685 The Boulevard Westmount, Qc H3Y 1S9 486-5214 [email protected] UNITED TALMUD TORAHS Secondary in cooperation with Levels I to V BRONFMAN JEWISH EDUCATION CENTRE Grade 7 student is accepting applications for the Special Education for a day Shorashim classes United Talmud Torahs, Beutel Campus Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2006 for September 2006 for 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. 3100 The Boulevard Jewish children with cognitive delays Montreal, Qc H3Y 1R9 Younger class (Grades 1 and 2) ages 6-8 and 937-9289 Doing ning by Older class (Grades 5 and 6) ages 10-13 [email protected] For an application for Shorashim,
Lear please contact Principal, Soly Benamron at 514-337-4566, Ext. 240 6H3 6H3 August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B13 Back to School Early intervention makes huge difference for children with special needs By FRANCES GOODMAN PELLATT theories and learning methods of Feuerstein along als with developmental and intellectual delays, Special to The CJN with many other different approaches developed learning disabilities, behavioural disorders and by special educationalists around the world are physical disabilities. You can reach them at 514- here can parents turn for assistance used to help young children with developmental 736-2273 or by e-mail to [email protected]. when they learn that their beautiful challenges reach their full potential. “New this year is the integrated playgroup,” Wbaby may have intellectual challenges “This is a dynamic centre and uses many notes Leifer, which is an after-school program for and exceptional needs because he or she has methods,” says Baer, whose background is in children from five to seven years of age on the Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy or cognitive psychology and special education. autistic spectrum, to develop social interaction. Tourette syndrome and they want to give their “We work with educators to develop our own As well, it’s an opportunity for mainstream child the tools to achieve maximum growth and models,” he adds, “as some methods that work children to “act as role models and learn how to development? for one child may not for another.” include and help children with different abilities.” Research has proven that early educative in- The staff of social workers; occupational and The centre also runs the Donald Berman tervention makes a significant difference in the physiotherapists; speech pathologists; music, art Helene Century, music therapist at Yaldei Yaldei Summer Camp, Quebec’s first Jewish quality of life for children with special needs. and drama therapists; oral motor and message Developmental Center. [ FG Pellatt photo] sleep-away camp for children with special needs. The Yaldei Developmental Center, founded by therapists; and special care counselling educators Each child has his own mentor who is matched Menachem and Devorah Leifer almost a decade provide individual attention to each child based sensual sensations. The concept of Snoezelen, for skills and background with the child, and ago, provides an advanced and unique program on the child’s needs. This group of dedicated per- derived from the words snuffeln (to sniff) and Baer notes that the trust established at camp is of intensive early intervention using a broad sonnel is supported by a team of psychologists doezelen (to doze) was developed in the Nether- impressive. Last summer, about 45 children range of multidisciplinary therapeutic and and experts in early childhood education. lands in the 1970s and is used for all stages of enjoyed a camping experience and the opportu- holistic approaches. The centre’s curriculum includes oral motor development. nity to participate in a variety of activities in- “The Leifers were ahead of their time in therapy for children who have feeding issues as “Here, children feel safe and will attempt cluding hiking, horseback riding, water sports, setting up such an establishment,” says Ben Baer, a result of their inability to control their lips and things they wouldn’t in another environment,” arts and crafts and special event programs. director of clinical services at the centre and a tongues; art and music therapy that gives says Suckewer, who together with Baer and the “The children thrive at camp where there is graduate of the teachings of Reuven Feuerstein, children the opportunity to express themselves supervisor of the school integration program, is a positive, strong support network with every- the cognitive psychologist who founded the In- without words; and working in the computer responsible for co-ordinating the services for the thing adapted to children with developmental ternational Center for the Enhancement of room (based on the development of the child) 85 children at the centre and those integrated delays,” says Leifer, “and parents get a break.” Learning Potential and the Hadassah-WISO- to teach the concept of pressing switches. into regular streams of day care, pre-kinder- The Yaldei Developmental Center is located Canada Research Institute in Jerusalem, Israel. On a recent walk-through, Leila Suckewer, garten, kindergarten, play groups and home- on the fifth floor of the Queen Elizabeth Feuerstein hypothesized that each human is mod- one of the centre’s floor supervisors, proudly treated clients. Complex at 2100 Marlowe Ave. Both the centre ifiable; that to be a human being means to have displayed the state-of-the-art facilities: from the The centre, a day facility for treating children and the camp are non-profit organizations geared the ability to change in a random way, not just multi-purpose play room, where new clients are with developmental delays, also has a Special to provide children with disabilities the oppor- your knowledge or your behaviour, but your abil- observed, and evaluated to the Snoezelen room, Needs Network that provides information and tunity to achieve their personal best. For more ities, your thinking skills and your learning skills. a specially designed space that uses light and referral, advocacy, education and support to information, call 514-279-3666 or visit the At the Yaldei Developmental Center the sound elements, scents and music to initiate families, caregivers, professionals and individu- website at www.yaldei.org.
SOLOMON SCHECHTER ACADEMY
5555 Côte St. Luc Road SSA welcomes back its students and faculty and we look forward to a successful academic year SCHOOL OPENS • Kindergarten - Grade 6: Wednesday, August 30, 2006 • Pre-Kindergarten: Tuesday, September 5, 2006
The general public is cordially invited to attend an SSA OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, October 4th, 2006
STUDENT APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED FOR PRE-KINDERGARTEN 2007 & 2008 AND FOR KINDERGARTEN 2007
For an appointment with our Principal, Dr. Shimshon Hamerman, please call 485-0866 6H3 Page B14 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School Mindworks Tutoring Services helps you find the right tutors and after school homework helpers for your children that meet their Program teaches specific academic requirements Our Tutors: acceptance Come to your home Are creative, energetic and know how to make learning fun of children Tailor their lessons to meet specific academic requirements and learning styles with special needs Help in all elementary, High School and CEGEP level subjects By ANITA Help students prepare for secondary school admission tests SZABADI-GOTTESMAN Special to The CJN
5H3 eona Lands, a Grade 3 teacher at Hebrew Academy, CALL US TODAY • 514-770-2636 • [email protected] • www.mindworkstutoring.com beams with pride as she reflects on the relationship Lher students have formed with Rachel Silverstein and the Yad b’Yad program for children with special needs. Silverstein developed the “One of Us” program several years ago in response to a growing need in the community, with the goal of reaching out and educating young students to the challenges faced by these children. As an educator and parent of a child with special needs, Silverstein worked with a team from Jewish Family Services to introduce this unique outreach program. Now in its third year, the program is a part of the Special Needs Network (SNN), a division of the Yaldei Developmental Centre. SNN offers the only free, confidential information and referral line in Quebec that is dedicated to providing infor- mation on all behavioural, learning, emotional, intellectual and physical disabilities. The One of Us program, unique in Quebec, is a disability awareness project that educates elementary school students through a hands-on learning ex- perience. The overarching theme of the One of Us program is that nobody is perfect and everyone is special. Silverstein and her team of animators have presented to nine schools within the Jewish system, and this year, will expand to more Jewish schools as well as to the greater community. Through hands-on exercises, Silverstein tries to explain to the young students what a day in the life of a child with special needs is like, trying to make the children aware of the daily difficulties the child must face. “One of our goals is to explain and demystify the special needs child,” Silverstein stresses. “We want all children to no longer be put off by a child with a disability, but rather to concentrate on relating to each other, child to child.” Silverstein sets up stations designed for experiential learning so that the students experience the difficulties that come with challenges such as being blind or functioning with one hand. “We want to begin building bridges by changing atti- tudes,” she says. “Before we can change reality, we must change attitudes.” The program is made up of three sessions – opening a sphere of friendship; hands-on experience of physical dis- abilities; and learning about intellectual and learning dis- abilities and communication disorders such as autism. In preparation for the program, Lands and her students read books about disabilities, and she led classroom dis- cussions about the challenges facing children with special needs. This year, her students were so moved by their experi- ence that they wanted to go one step further by raising funds to ensure the continued running of the program. With Lands as their guide, the students voted to hold a used book sale. They gathered books from their own home collections as well as from family and friends and set up a formal book sale in the Hebrew Academy library, for the kindergarten to Grade 4 students. Lands commented on her students’ excitement and mo- tivation for success of the sale. And their excitement was contagious as they quickly sold out of every book, raising $536. A formal cheque presentation was made by the children. Silverstein knows the program was a success. “The students have learned that having a disability is secondary, the person is first,” she says. August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B15 Back to School Weissman Institute offers Jewish adult education programs By ELAINE COHEN develop as knowledgeable Jews, Finestone says. Supplements Co-ordinator “Opportunities such as this can provide a venue to bring together the diverse constituen- ince Rosa Finestone retired as principal of cies in Montreal and help create a real sense of Solomon Schechter Academy in the early community despite any ideological, philosophic S1990s, she has shared her pedagogical or theological differences we may have.” acumen with the community. As director of adult Throughout the years, Finestone has received education at the Bronfman Jewish Education many testimonials from students praising the Centre (BJEC), she has inspired adults of all ages, program. Here is a sampling. from young active professionals to retirees. • “The David Weissman Institute affords members “The David Weissman Institute offers organ- of the community an opportunity to engage in an ized, non-ideological programs of Jewish learning enriching experience in the area of our Jewish geared to adults who seek to make Jewish learning identity and heritage.” a regular part of life,” Finestone says. “We have • “Teachers are unique in their teaching styles been fortunate to attract top-notch teachers such and present all issues in light of interpretations as rabbis and Judaic studies candidates, as well as from diverse points of view.” college instructors representing all religious facets. • “I have increased my knowledge and under- “We accentuate the importance of Jewish standing of Jewish life with a committed and en- learning and respect for the Jewish past. Our par- thusiastic community of Jewish adults and ef- ticipants, therefore, become serious, influential fective and passionate teachers.” and knowledgeable advocates for Jewish learning • “Intellectually stimulating, always relevant, psy- and education.” chologically uplifting and so informative – classes Among courses offered during past years are at the David Weissman Institute have become a Samuel 1, Modern Jewish Thought, Archaeolo- very important part of my life.” gy of the Bible, Pirkei Avot, and Ideologies of Classes in in-depth study of the Bible and Jewish Philosophies. Jewish philosophy begin Oct. 2. For more infor- There is no doubt that the efforts for adult mation about the David Weissman Institute, Jewish education being made at the David contact Rosa Finestone or Nina Assedo by phone Weissman Institute are helping many adults to at 514-345-2610.
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**Closed Saturdays** 5H3 Page B16 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School Akiva students receive individual attention NCJ EDUCATIONAL SERVICES By ELAINE COHEN looking forward to using our Margaret A. Jacobs Supplements Co-ordinator brand new, state-of-the-art gym- 4920 de Maisonneuve Blvd. West, Suite 10, Westmount, nasium. Physical fitness is so im- The one-stop centre for all your business needs! Tel (514) 484-3548 • Res (514) 481-4452 ince 1968, Akiva School portant and these new facilities Fax (514) 484-6000 has maintained founder enable us to increase gym time 5C1 SRabbi David Hartman’s during the week,” she says. Now Open zeal for academic achievement, Other improvements, includ- Judaic enlightenment, cultural en- ing new science labs and high- richment and community aware- tech equipment, have contributed • shipping ness. Now, Akiva’s dedicated to the school’s ability to provide locally and around the world teachers, parents and pupils have an even better education for the agents for TNT and Canpar more reason to rejoice than ever. students. In the past six years, Akiva In April, 2005, Akiva became School has increased enrolment, the first Jewish day school in • packaging implemented a two-stream Canada to be accredited by the experts in valuables and antiques system, undergone extensive ren- Canadian Educational Standards ovation and reaped the benefits Institute (CESI), an organization • photocopy centre of digital technology. The school that evaluates schools interna- digital colour and B&W with connectivity has received national recognition tionally. Accreditation signifies for its multidisciplinary curricu- that Akiva met the highest stan- • mailboxes lum and high standards. dards of private schools, offering Approximately 350 students, excellence in every domain. 24-hour access, package reception, from pre-kindergarten to Grade Provincially, Akiva is regarded suite address, confidentiality 6, attend this private Jewish ele- as a lead school according to the mentary day school at 450 Kens- Quebec Education Reform • conference room and ington Ave., Westmount. program. “We’re in the forefront, private office rentals Principal Frances (Cooki) and the government posts our ed- short-term and long-term, fully equipped Levy notes that the school is cur- ucational programs for other rently in transition.“Initially, we schools to check out and discover had one class for each level, but ideas they want to use.” • printing six years ago, there was such a Its multidisciplinary program business cards, letterhead, forms, demand for spaces we decided to is in keeping with the province’s address labels, invitations for weddings, implement two streams, and each goal to integrate technology and bar/bat mitzvahs, etc. year we add a second stream to the arts into the curriculum. another grade.” With two teachers assigned to • plus all other services Akiva is an independent each class 95 per cent of the time, school and not affiliated with any the student-teacher ratio is 12 to your business needs ideological group or institution, 1. Differentiated Learning is a internet access, toner cartridges, fax, but all aspects of religious life at special feature of education at binding, laminations, rubber stamps, Akiva are carried out in accor- Akiva. The concept encourages office supplies, etc. dance with halachic principles. children to advance at their re- “We enjoy a positive relation- spective levels through Akiva’s ship with the synagogue,” Levy Centre for Learning. says, alluding to the school’s French is the dominant location in the same building as language of instruction at Akiva PARTIES Congregation Shaar Hashoma- from kindergarten to Grade 6. the centre of your business! yim. “We support each other’s Akiva will introduce a robotics
Birthdays, School & programs and we’re a reservoir program in French this fall. 1610 Notre-Dame Street (corner Guy) 6H3 for young families to attend the English consists of 10.5 hours per Preschool Programs, Camps! synagogue. The rabbi participates week and mathematics is taught Montreal (QC) H3J 1M1 • World leader in fun science for kids in many of our programs.” in both languages. Jewish studies Tel. (514) 807-1287 Fax (514) 807-1288 • High energy interactive science shows At Akiva, parents are partners are conducted in Hebrew for 11.5 in their children’s education, and hours per week. www.corebizcentres.com • [email protected] • Cool chemical reactions, they play a pivotal role in cele- Akiva is twinned with rockets, slime and much more! brating Jewish festivals, organiz- Ma’Anit school in Be’er Sheva ing events and fundraising. and the children communicate (514) 344-6691 “Our quarters have been regularly. 6C1 totally renovated and now we are For more info. 514- 939-2430. August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B17 Back to School Herzliah offers innovative programming Hebrew Academy By ANITA ondary I retreat on the grounds of Camp of Congregation Beth Tikvah SZABADI-GOTTESMAN Maromac in the Laurentians, which aims to Special to The CJN let students to bond with each other and their ‘THE’ West Island Jewish Afternoon School teachers. fter more than 100 years of serving the “Our goal is to bring all the students Montreal Jewish educational commu- together, facilitate opportunities to express Anity, United Talmud Torahs of thoughts and ideas and to forge a cohesive Montreal is continuing to create innovative team that will work together from Secondary Where Jewish learning comes alive! programming to serve and enhance the edu- I right up to Secondary V,” explains UTT cational experience of its students. director general Sidney Benudiz. ONCE AGAIN! UTT includes two elementary campuses Added to this renewed focus on in-coming and two branches of Herzliah High School – students is the creation of a middle school and All grades one in the west end at the Snowdon Campus, an advisory program in which trained teachers one day a week and the Beutel Campus in Ville St-Laurent. will become advisors to new students, helping Grades K-6 Tuesday - 3:45 - 6:10 Now celebrating its 50th year, Herzliah them integrate into high school culture and offers an enriched and diverse academic and take greater responsibility for their learning. GRADE 6 Judaic studies program. Students follow a Students will have access to a learning BAT MITZVAH trilingual curriculum, with courses in English, centre and a “Resource Application Program” PROGRAM French and Hebrew. The school also focuses – RAP – which offers an individualized Open to registered on developing future leaders and team players learning plan, classroom support, and teaches Hebrew Academy students only through a multifaceted extra-curricular organizational practices along with study skills. program. Herzliah students learn to be knowl- “We are excited about this new face of h d a edgeable and committed leaders with a rich Herzliah. These programs represent the be- v g b understanding of their Jewish heritage, values, ginning of many new initiatives we have Registration traditions and practices. planned,” Benudiz. says “Our commitment to The transition from elementary to high our students and parents is to provide a high now on for 2006-07 school can be challenging for students. This school that is not only a place of academic For more information, please call fall, incoming students at Herzliah will take learning but a place for students to discover Renana Chemtov, School Co-ordinator part in new programming designed to ease this themselves and their aspirations for their 514-683-5610 transition while learning important leadership future. Our ultimate goal is to channel student 136 Westpark Blvd., D.D.O. skills. enthusiasm for all kinds of learning, a trait that 22c6 Students from both the Snowdon and will help them excel personally, academical- Beutel campuses will attend an inaugural Sec- ly and professionally.”
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We are proud to celebrate the achievements of Albert Einstein, one of the founders of The Hebrew University, as we mark the 100th anniversary of his discovery of the Theory of Relativity. Page B18 M THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS August 17, 2006 Back to School Geneviève Busbib élue présidente de Maïmonide
ELIAS LEVY pour promouvoir une image plus juste et plus at- Reporter trayante de l’École auprès des jeunes familles sépha- rades.” l’École Maïmonide souffle ces jours-ci un La situation financière de l’École Maïmonide vent de renouveau. Une ancienne élève de est-elle toujours critique? ÀMaïmonide, Geneviève Busbib, vient d’être “L’École a depuis plusieurs années un déficit élue présidente de cette institution scolaire sépha- budgétaire structurel. Mais, il faut comprendre que rade. Une première dans les annales de l’École. Maïmonide est une école très communautaire, et Très impliquée bénévolement depuis plusieurs non élitiste, comme le sont devenues un grand années dans des institutions de la Communauté nombre d’écoles juives montréalaises. 90% de nos juive de Montréal, Geneviève Busbib est une com- élèves reçoivent une aide financière. Ces subsides munautaire hors pair. financiers importants ont des incidences négatives Membre du Conseil d’administration de Maï- sur le budget d’opération de l’École. C’est ce que monide depuis deux ans, elle a accepté la prési- nous nous escrimons à expliquer aux dirigeants de dence de l’École car elle est résolument convain- la FÉDÉRATION CJA, dont l’aide financière allouée cue que Maïmonide “a toujours été, et est toujours, à l’École est vitale. Maïmonide ne veut pas devenir une école d’excellence ayant un potentiel une École seulement réservée à une élite capable de académique énorme.” défrayer des frais de scolarité de l’ordre de 5 000$ “J’ai décidé de m’impliquer à fond à l’École ou 6 000$. Maïmonide veut préserver sa vocation Maïmonide parce que je crois en cette école. Je communautaire. Nous allons relever le défi financier veux scolariser mes deux enfants, quand ils quit- auquel nous faisons face en mettant en branle bientôt teront la Garderie. Aujourd’hui, Maïmonide va très une Campagne de financement bien structurée”, bien. Il y a désormais une nouvelle dynamique qui explique Geneviève Busbib. s’est instaurée. Les parents des élèves s’impliquent Le Comité d’allocation des bourses, ajoute-t- beaucoup plus dans les affaires de l’École. C’est elle, a établi des critères plus stricts afin d’empêcher un signe encourageant et très positif. C’est vrai que “les fraudes et les abus du système.” l’École a traversé plusieurs crises ces dernières D’après elle, une solution concrète pour atténuer années, mais il est temps de tourner la page et les difficultés financières de l’École est d’accroître d’amorcer une nouvelle ère, plus prometteuse”, le nombre des nouvelles incriptions. explique Geneviève Busbib en entrevue. “Les nouvelles inscriptions vont bon train pour La dernière crise qui a révulsé Maïmonide re- l’année académique 2005-2006. C’est très encou- monte à juin dernier. La décision de la direction de rageant. C’est la preuve que des jeunes parents ont l’École, présentée comme “irréversible”, de trans- confiance en l’École.” férer trois classes du niveau Secondaire du Campus Les deux grandes priorités de Geneviève Busbib Parkhaven de Côte Saint-Luc au Campus Jacob et de son équipe seront le financement et le re- Safra de Ville Saint-Laurent suscita la grogne des crutement. parents des élèves du Campus Parkhaven. Le tollé Autre priorité: rapprocher les Campus de Côte provoqué par cette décision inopinée et très con- Saint-Luc et de Ville Saint-Laurent en organisant troversée obligea la direction de Maïmonide à faire régulièrement durant l’année des activités conjointes: visit us at www.utt.qc.ca marche arrière. Shabbatons, tournois sportifs, rencontres sociales “Cette crise a eu un effet salutaire. Elle a permis et récréatives, rencontres des directeurs et des pro- aux parents de prendre conscience des défis auxquels fesseurs des deux Campus… l’École fait face. Il n’est plus question de mettre en La pérennité de l’identité et de la culture sépha- oeuvre cette décision. Il y a eu un manque flagrant rades occupe une place prépondérante dans la de communication dans cette affaire. Ce qui a créé philosophie éducative de Maïmonide. des différends entre les parents d’élèves et la direc- “Maïmonide est un creuset de transmission im- tion de l’École. Le transfert des élèves du Secondaire portant de la culture sépharade, rappelle Geneviève de Parkhaven au Campus de Saint-Laurent n’aura Busbib. Les élèves de Maïmonide ont toujours été pas lieu. Notre principal objectif est désormais d’amé- des leaders au niveau communautaire. Ils perpétuent liorer la structure organisationnelle du Campus de avec entrain et fierté les valeurs religieuses juives Côte Saint-Luc et la communication avec les parents.” sépharades. Dans des programmes éducatifs et com- Curiosity. Geneviève Busbib est résolue à ce que la gestion munautaires, comme la Marche du Souvenir -The Discovery. de l’École Maïmonide soit “plus transparente”, la March of the Living-, les élèves de l’École Maï- communication entre la direction et les parents “plus monide dirigent les offices religieux.” Passion. efficace” et le rôle des parents dans le processus dé- Pour Geneviève Busbib, Maïmonide est “une cisonnel de l’École “plus important”. École où l’équilibre entre l’Éducation et l’Identité “Les parents d’élèves doivent s’impliquer et par- juive sépharade offre des possibilités infinies.” ticiper à la prise de décisions majeures. Je compte “Certains ont oublié l’École Maïmonide. Pourtant, A UTT education awakens students’ curiosity beaucoup sur leur implication. Ils sont une des prin- cette École communautaire a fait, et continue à faire, Open House cipales chevilles ouvrières de l’École. Leur présence des merveilles. Malheureusement, certains ne veulent and allows for their discovery of the world BEUTEL CAMPUS est capitale. Dans le passé, le manque de commu- pas les regarder. Je suis de plus en plus impression- around them. The innovative Tal-Am program, a Wed., September 27, 2006 nication entre les parents, les professeurs et la di- née chaque jour par cette École et par son potentiel 9:00-11:30 am, 6:30-8:30 pm rection a terni sensiblement l’image de l’École. ” énorme. Impressionnée par les gens qui sont là, des new hands-on approach to Judaic studies, Une image que Geneviève Busbib et les gens qui veulent être là. L’École Maïmonide a de très engages students in the richness of their Jewish 2205 de l’Église, Ville St-Laurent membres de l’équipe qui l’épauleront dans sa beaux jours devant elle...” (514) 337-4566 nouvelle fonction comptent réhabiliter. Geneviève Busbib est la représentante de la heritage. Our caring teachers are committed to SNOWDON CAMPUS “Au fil des années, la réputation de Maïmonide Communauté sépharade unifiée du Québec dans le every child’s success and to fostering each Wed., October 18, 2006 a été ternie par des fausses rumeurs. Nous, on veut Conseil exécutif du Centre Bronfman pour l’Édu- student’s passion for learning. 8:30-11:00 am, 1:30-3:30 pm, parler des choses qui marchent bien à l’École. Je cation juive -BEJC- de la FÉDÉRATION CJA. 7:00-9:00 pm peux vous assurer qu’il y a beaucoup de choses qui Diplômée en Mathématiques de l’Université 4850 St. Kevin, Montreal marchent très bien. Maïmonide a toujours été une McGill, en Génie électrique de l’École Poly- School opens Wednesday, August 30, 2006. (514) 739-2297 école d’excellence ayant un très bon niveau acadé- technique de Montréal et détentrice d’une Maîtrise mique. Les diplômés de Maïmonide excellent au- en Administration des Affaires (M.B.A.) de l’École jourd’hui dans toutes les branches professionnelles: des Hautes Études Commerciales de Montréal médecine, science, mathématiques, gestion, infor- (H.E.C.), elle travaille dans le domaine de l’infor- UNITED TALMUD TORAHS OF MONTREAL matique… Tout en étant une École communautaire, matique et des télécomunications dans le réseau des Maïmonide est aussi une École d’excellence. Nous Hôpitaux affiliés à l’Université McGill. Elle est sommes en train d’élaborer un plan de marketing mariée et mère de deux enfants. August 17, 2006 THE CANADIAN JEWISH NEWS M Page B19 Back to School Solomon Schechter features pilot program to deconfessionalize schools
By FRANCES GOODMAN PELLATT cent of students go on to Jewish high schools, while some 30 time psychologist, a guidance counselor and a social worker. Special to The CJN per cent go to other non-sectarian private schools, and the rest Special programs include art appreciation, supplemental go to public schools. classes for students who require it and after-school programs eform of Quebec’s education system is ongoing, and Solomon Schechter students usually continue on to Bialik such as sports, chess, karate and soapstone carving. Rabbi Shimshon Hamerman, principal of the Solomon High School, even though the latter’s curriculum includes the On the cultural side, the RSchechter Academy, sits on a committee that’s helping study of Yiddish, which Solomon Shechter doesn’t offer. school holds an Israeli dance to formulate some of the changes, one of which “We formed an alliance with Bialik and festival and every student is deconfessionalizing schools: replacing moral agreed that there would be a token amount of dances on stage. As well, and religious education with an ethics and re- Yiddish taught [to the high school kids],” says about 100 kids are in the ligious culture program. Hamerman, who came up with the compromise school choir and perform at Michael Y. Zobin “We are one of four elementary schools – that one class per cycle be in Yiddish culture, the Zimria concert for Jewish the only one in Montreal – to pilot test this in exchange for Solomon Schechter Academy day schools. Bar Mitzvah Lessons brand new program, which will be presented formally becoming a feeder school for Bialik. Each year, the school holds & in September and will teach diversity of reli- In return, Bialik shared its Hebraic and an integrated exhibition of all Dynamic Tutor for Grades 1-6 gions and cultures in the province,” Rabbi Section Française programs with Solomon disciplines, which is mirrored Hebrew & General Studies Hamerman says. Schechter, which is the only anglophone ele- by students at Afik School in Another change introduced by the ministry mentary school with a Section Française Be’er Sheva, Israel, and 60 (514) 488-7576 is to have all subjects integrated around one program for Quebec students who aren’t children participate in a math 5H3 theme to support what children are being taught eligible to attend English schools, or for program via e-mail with in each subject. students who choose to follow this program. Israel’s Weizmann Institute. “For example, at Solomon Schechter, we The school has four streams per grade, with As well, Solomon Schechter have an extensive French drama program where about 25 children in each. There is a teacher students participate in local Children’s parties for ages 5 & up the teachers write plays about class content and and an assistant for each class. contests such as the provincial the kids perform in French, and it reinforces Shimshon Hamerman Rabbi Hamerman notes that Judaism math competition, where they what they have learned in class,” Rabbi demands teaching the love and joy of study, have done extremely well, Hamerman says. and he stresses that “education at Solomon Schechter never coming in fourth last year and Started by the Congregation Shaare Zion more than 50 years stops.” He rarely closes the school due to inclement weather in first and second place in ago under the name the Shaare Zion Academy, Solomon or hires substitute teachers who are unfamiliar with the cur- previous years. Schechter Academy has grown to become the largest elemen- riculum. Solomon Schechter tary conservative Jewish day school in Montreal, with close “The assistant knows the program and the children, and is Academy is located at 5555 to 800 children attending from grades 1 and 2 to grades 5 and there to provide enrichment, remediation and catch up with Cote St. Luc Rd. The 2006- 6 (it also had as pre-kindergarten and kindergarten classes). absent kids,” he says. 07 school year begins Aug. Rabbi Hamerman – who has been at the school for about The strength of the school is the teachers and the parents 30. For registration informa- 25 years, including 13 as principal – notes that about 65 per who participate on various committees. On staff are a full- tion, call 514-485-0866.
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