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WELCOME TO SDEROT The Max & Ruth Schwartz Sderot Hesder Institutions About the Sderot Yeshivat Hesder Founded in 1994, the Yeshivat Hesder in Sderot is one of the largest Hesder Yeshivot in all of Israel. With a student body of over 500 pupils from communities all over the country, the Yeshiva combines intense Torah study with Israel's mandatory army service. The Yeshiva bases its educational philosophy primarily on learning how to learn, on the study of all aspects of Torah, on the importance of interaction with members of all communities in Israel, and the emphasis of critical and relevant issues of faith in modern times. Through a unique blend of serious Talmidim, Torah learning on the highest level, a first class staff of Ramim, and the warm and friendly environment of one big Yeshiva family, the Yeshiva offers the ideal experience of learning and living Torah in Israel. Spend a Year of Quality Learning!! Experience Israel!! The Sderot Overseas Tract, offers a unique program designed for serious Talmidim who are interested in learning and growing in Torah, and shaping their personality under the instruction of renowned Talmidei Chachamim. So how are we different from other programs? In Sderot, you will have an unbelievable opportunity to be in a completely Israeli environment with a small group of Overseas talmidim, and all this in the incredible city of Sderot. The overseas Talmidim will learn and dorm with Israeli students, giving them the opportunity to live and feel as an Israeli while studying at a high level, learning Hebrew efficiently, and building relationships that will last a life time. Naturally, we will also offer a very interesting and inspirational extra curriculum program including Shabbatonim, Tiyulim, Chesed opportunities and many more exciting activities. Rosh Yeshiva - Rabbi Dovid Fendel The driving force behind the success of Yeshivat Hesder of Sderot is our Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Dovid E. Fendel. A native of West Hempstead, Long Island,, Rabbi Fendel studied at several Yeshivot in Israel including Yeshivat Mercaz Harav, Yeshivat Mir and Yeshivat Shaalvim, where he spent 17 years. Rabbi Fendel has semicha (rabbinical ordination) from the Rabbinate of Israel, as well as personal ordination from Rav Simcha Kook and Rav Zalman Nechemiah Goldberg. He is also ordained as a Dayan (rabbinical court judge). Rabbi Fendel also served in the Israel Defense Forces. Living in Sderot, very near to the Yeshiva, affords many excellent opportunities for Rabbi Fendel and his wife to reach out and become close to the students. Rabbi Fendel delivers Shiurim to the Yeshiva and is personally involved in all aspects of life in the Yeshiva. His dynamic style, combined with his dedication to every student, makes a deep impression on the entire atmosphere in the Yeshiva. We are also privileged to have several guest speakers come and visit throughout the year. Some of these include the Chief Rabbis of Israel, Rabbi Herschel Schachter, Rabbi Michael Rosensweig, and many more Meet Some of our Rabbeim Rav Nissim Dei Rav Shilo Tubi We are zoche to have HaGaon HaGadol HaRav Asher Weiss Shlita give a shiur klali every other week Rav Shlomi Ben Yair Rav Avi Ross Rav Chagai Londin Rav Dror Aryeh Rav Motti Ponchik Rav Ari Katz - Dean of Overseas Students Rav Katz made Aliya with his parents at the age of 12. After graduating high school from Yeshivat Netiv Meir, Ari studied in Kerem B'Yavneh. He served in the artillery corps and was later appointed a military chaplain. He learned in the Yeshiva for nine years, completing his Smicha, and earning a teaching diploma .Rabbi Katz and family then went on shelichut to Memphis, Tennessee, where he taught in the local Yeshiva High school for five years. Upon his return to KBY,he was appointed assistant Mashgiach Ruchani and delivered a shiur for the overseas students .In 2004, Rabbi Katz moved with his family to Gush Katif, becoming the Rosh Yeshiva at the local boys' high school. After the Disengagement, Rabbi Katz returned to KBY where he was the Executive Director for eight years. Afterwards, he assumed the position of Program Director and Dean of Overseas Students. Rabbi Katz also ran the overseas women's program at Midreshet Yeud in Yeurushalyim He now joins Yeshivat Sderot as Dean of the Overseas Students and Director of Public Relations. Please contact Rav Ari for more information הרוצה שיחכים ידרים Gemara, Halacha, and Emunah are the focus of the daily schedule. It's all about integrating. While there will be classes including ULPAN, teaching you Hebrew and helping you undestand better, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in Israeli Shiurim and with Israeli friends. You will be able to develop your textual and analytical skills and also gain a greater breadth of knowledge through the "bekiut" style of learning Weekly Schedule שעות/ימים יום ראשון יום שני יום שלישי יום רביעי יום חמישי יום שישי Tefilla and Halacha Seder 6:50-8:15 Breakfast 8:15-8:45 Chavrutot with Avreichim 8:50-9:20 10:00 פרשת שבוע מפי Shiurim in Emuna 9:20-9:50 הרב אריאל בראלי Morning Seder- Iyun 9:50-11:45 Daily Shiur 11:45-12:45 Lunch 12:45-14:45 Break Mincha 14:45-15:00 Afternoon Seder- Bekiut 15:00 17:00-18:00 סוגיות בניין תרבות ערך תנך- הרב Optional באמונה- הרב אמונה - המערב- ומשמעות אהרון בק Shiurim- בק הרב דרור הרב חגי לימוד Machshava מבוא לתורה אריה לונדין התורה- הרב and שבכתב הרב ערן מרדכי Chassidut ושבע"פ - טמיר כהן- הרב מרדכי מתוק מדבש" שפת אמת על פ"ש 18:00-18:45 17:45 שיעור שו"ת- בניין הלכה Optional הרב אהרון כללי מפי הרב צבי אמונה- ופרשת Shiurim- בוטבול- ראש שוורץ הרב דרור שבוע- Halacha הלכות שבת הישיבה אריה הרב ניסים דעי Dinner 18:45-19:15 19:15-20:15 תפארת תנ"ך - שיחות אורות Optional ישראל- הרב ישי הרצי"ה- התשובה - shiurim הרב גדעון פרויכליט הרב הרב גדעון מושקוביץ אידלס מושקוביץ Maariv 20:15-20:30 Night Seder 20:30-22:00 22:00 דבש וחלב על ועד בית ״ שובי לשונך-מפגש אברך נפשי “ בבית הרב ניגונים עם הרב מרדכי כהן Gashmiut… Our Campus Feeling at home in Yeshiva is our first priority, and we will do everything possible to fulfill the basic needs of every Talmid. The Yeshiva offers a brand new luxurious campus which was built with very high standards: • New beautiful Beit Midrash. • Large and Inclusive Library. • New Dining Hall. • Luxurious and Spacious Dormitories. • Laundry Facilities. • Computer Room. • Indoor Basketball Court. The Yeshiva is located in the center of Sderot. This allows the talmidim to have access to many facilities in town, which they can enjoy during their free time. This includes the local indoor gym and weight room( with separate hours just for the Yeshiva boys), banks( ATM machines), the post office, bakeries, pizza shops, and super markets.They are all in walking distance of the Yeshiva. Accommodations The fully air conditioned dormitories are open throughout the year, allowing the Talmidim to stay whenever they want .All rooms are equipped with quality furniture and accessories. Each mini apartment also includes a small kitchenette and bathroom/ shower. Dining The dining hall offers three appetizing meals a day. The food is provided by a catering company owned by the Yeshiva. In the dining hall there is a fully equipped self- service canteen offering coffee, hot and cold water, snacks, and soft drinks., This is available all day long for the talmidims’ convenience. Moadim L'Simcha Shabbatot Shabbatot in Yeshivat Sderot have proven throughout the years to be enjoyable, enriching and inspiring. Sichot, Shiurim, Friday night “Tishes” together with unbelievable zmirot, especially at Seuda Shlishit, make the Shabbat experience something you won't want to miss. On many Shabbatot we will host various guest speakers, and have Melave Malkas. When the Talmidim choose to leave for Shabbat, we will help them make accommodations. Naturally, the Israeli talmidim will be more than happy to host them at any given time. There will also be Shabatonim in various locations around the country, carefully picked to allow the Talmidim to learn as much as possible about the many cultures and different lifestyles in Israel. Chagim The Yamim Noraim, Simchat Torah, Channuka, Purim, Yom Haatzmaut, Yom Yerushalayim, and Shavuot, are also celebrated in Yeshiva, and are considered to be the highlights of the year. The energy and Simcha among the Talmidim create a magnificent atmosphere of a powerful yeshiva environment. The blend of magnificent singing and dancing together with the Divrei Torah make the Chag an unforgettable experience. During the Bein Hazmanim of Sukkot and Pesach, we will assist the talmidim in finding accommodations. Extra Curriculum Activities Torat Chesed We believe that volunteering should be an integral part of the Talmidim's daily schedule. The Yeshiva encourages the Talmidim to volunteer during their their free time in a variety of Chesed and Kiruv programs, mostly in the city of Sderot. Some of the opportunities include food packaging for the needy in the Sderot Chesed Center, "adopting" a young brother for the year, learning with younger students in their schools and in the Beit Midrash, Magen David Adom, and helping the elderly. These are just some of the opportunities that exist. In addition to the local chesed, the Talmidim will have a few "Chesed days", in which they will travel around the country helping non-profit organizations with their needs. Special programs program takes place once a week, where the Talmidim "דבש וחלב תחת לשונך" The are invited to the homes of their Rabbeim to learn and discuss relevant topics.. “Schmoozing” with the Rebbe for an hour or two over some home baked refreshments gives the Talmidim an opportunity to make a special and informal connection with the Rebbe and fellow Talmidim.
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