E-News/The Va'ad Voice
9Adar I 5765/February 18, 2005

Va'ad Ha'Talmidim (Student Government) 2004-2005

Dear CJHS Community,

During this second semester, the CJHS Va'ad Ha'Talmidim (Student Government) has many events and programs planned. These programs and activities are geared towards strengthening the CJHS community, building school spirit, and bringing in additional revenue, so that we can continue bringing exciting and entertaining programs for the students. Please mark your calendars for event dates and due dates. We look forward to having an exciting second semester, and hope that you do as well.

Sincerely,

Ari M. Gore

Va'ad President

Va'ad Annual Mishloach Manot Drive

Every year, the Va'ad, with the help of the Va'ad Tikkun Olam, holds a Mishloach Manot drive for the whole school, where students, teachers, and administrators can buy gift baskets for their friends and colleagues. Everyone will receive a basket filled with fruit, candy, chips, and a drink. Today, all CJHS school members received a packet of names, containing everyone who goes to, works in and teaches at CJHS. An individual or family can buy Mishloach Manot for individuals, at $5 per person, or for everyone in the school (139 people) for $108. In the Purim tradition, all proceeds will be donated to Mazon, an organization that gives food to people who need it. Please return the order packet by Tuesday, March 8th to any Va'ad member. If you have any questions, or would like an order packet, please e-mail Ari at ari_gore@yahoo.com.

CJHS Presents: "Broadway Rocks!" The First CJHS Cabaret!

At 7:30 p.m. on March 6th, the CJHS Va'ad will be cosponsoring Broadway Rocks! CJHS's first-ever Cabaret/Musical. The Cabaret will be at CJHS in the social hall. Tickets are to be bought at the door, at $5 for students and $7 for adults. CJHS students will be performing a medley of songs, along with the help of the CJHS Jazz Band, and with a special performance by a few musically gifted teachers. Seating will be Cabaret-style. Throughout the evening, the Va'ad will be selling cookies, brownies, and soft drinks. CJHS Baseball T-shirts will also be sold before and after the performance for $15 each. Save the date! It will be a night to remember!

The Purim Skance

Every year, the Va'ad holds a Purim dance for its students. This year, the social committee has decided to add a little twist to the customary Purim dance. On Saturday, March 26th CJHS will be hosting an on-ice dance, filled with a great DJ and cosmic lighting - thus, a Skance. The Skance is from 8 to 10:30 p.m., and located at the Northbrook Park District Sportscenter in Northrbook, IL. It costs $15 if you bring a can of food to donate, and $18 if you don't bring a can. CJHS is officially inviting CHUSY region to the Skance, and any other youth group member (or friend) is welcome! Tickets will be bought at the door, but please RSVP the social committee with your name and the number of people you are bringing with you. If you have any questions, or would like to RSVP, please send an e-mail to CJHSskance@yahoo.com.

Support the Va'ad: buy your Challah from Breadsmith through CJHS

Welcome to the new and improved Va'ad Breadsmith Order Form! Have your son or daughter give the Breadsmith form and money to Geoff Levin, Va'ad Treasurer, on the Tuesday or Wednesday before the desired Friday delivery. Your challot and other selections will be delivered to the school on the Friday after the order is placed (or the Thursday after, if there is no school on Friday that week.) Save yourselves a trip to the store and help support the CJHS Va'ad at the same time. All of the profit from your Challah orders goes directly to the Va'ad. If you need an order form, please email Geoff Levin at to geoff847@juno.com.

CJHS Baseball T-Shirts are available!

Show your CJHS school spirit! If you would like to purchase a CJHS Baseball Tee, bring in $15 cash or check written out to CJHS and turn it in to any Va'ad member. Sizes small through extra large are available for purchase.

Thank You!

Thank you for reading this issue of the Va'ad Voice. If you have any comments for the Va'ad, please contact any Va'ad Member. You can also e-mail the Va'ad with questions or comments at cjhsvaad05@yahoogroups.com. Have a wonderful President's Day weekend!

Sincerely,

The 2004-2005 Va'ad Ha'Talmidim

CJHS seniors participate in national assessment

In February, CJHS seniors participated in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Education, NAEP sees how students perform in our state compared to students in other states and across the country. Pictured is Noam Davidoff taking the practical science portion of the test.