New School Year Underway
Sep 15th, 2009 | No Comment | 276 views | Print This Post | Email This Post ]The school year began with a Student Retreat at the MD Resort in Fort Worth. Girls were treated to delicious meals, fun games, swimming, a bonfire and kumsitz. They enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and had a chance to spend time with their friends, old and new.
Student Orientation was held on Wednesday, Sept. 2 with regular classes beginning the next day. On Sunday evening the girls had a swimming party with ice cream sundaes, taking advantage of the fact that the next day was Labor Day.
We have been fortunate in our few weeks of school to have hosted Rabbi Hanoch Teller, noted author, teacher, and speaker, and Rebbetzin Gail Michalowicz of Toronto, as guest speakers. Rabbi Teller inspired the girls with his knowledgeable accounting of the humility of the Chofetz Chaim, delivered with his signature wit and eloquence. Rebbetzin Michalowicz gave the girls many unique insights into the month of Elul which she presented in down to earth and personal way, including humor and stories to help illustrate her points.
The halls are bustling with excited students getting adjusted to their schedules and teachers. The learning is challenging, the activities stimulating and the atmosphere positive. We look forward to a productive and meaningful year.