Student anticipate Shabbaton

The CJHS Fall Shabbaton will be held Nov. 19-20 at Moriah Congregation. Students will have an opportunity to learn from Rabbi Ben Hollander, who is the visiting scholar of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism's Midwest Region this fall. Students will attend Kabbalat Shabbat services and will then be hosted for Shabbat dinner and overnight by Moriah families. Shabbat morning students will attend services and sponsor a kiddush luncheon for the congregation. The Va'ad Hatalmidim has planned programming for Shabbat afternoon. Students will have free time before Mincha, Seudat Shleisheit, Maariv, and Havdalah. After Shabbat ends, everyone will enjoy Whirleyball in Arlington Heights.

IDF Lt. Col. praises CJHS Savta's program 'A Package from Home' Yasher Koach to Barbara Silverman, grandmother of CJHS senior Jessie and sophomore Matthew Silverman, and Lt. Col. Tzvika Levi of the Israel Defense Forces for their presentation about the organization A Package From Home. Israeli soldiers without family in Israel receive packages full of sweets, clothes and a personalized letter from Jews all over the world.   Photo:Senior Jessie Silverman poses with Lt. Col. Tzvika Levi of the IDF.

CJHS expands circle of friends

The Board and Development Committee have begun a series of parlor meetings with members of the Chicago Jewish community. The purpose is to expand our circles of influence to include individuals not yet familiar with CJHS and its plans for the future.

CJHS' most recent meeting was held at the home of Recruitment Committee member Nina Harris and her husband Arnie, on November 15.

"We are thrilled to be able to welcome new families and individuals into the CJHS family," said Michael Rubin, Development Consultant. "Excitement for the new school continues to grow throughout the Chicago Jewish community."

CJHS student begins journey as student ambassador

CJHS is proud to announce that sophomore Naomi Goldberg has been accepted to the People to People Student Ambassador Program, a national organization that accepts applicants on the basis of a comprehensive application and interview process and recommendations. Students accepted to this program have the opportunity to exercise leadership skills, problem solving, and teamwork. They will also increase their understanding of the differences and similarities among all people.

Bruce Scher, Director of College Counseling, praises Naomi for her willingness to go through this extensive application process but also for her desire to want to learn more about the world and to want to make a difference in the world by traveling to Europe and to participate in these unique experiences.

See CJHS students in Cinderella

Sophomore Aliza Stein and freshman David Weltman are starring in the Mayer Kaplan JCC production of Cinderella. Don't turn in to a pumpkin! Your last chance to see the performance is at noon or 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 21. Call Terri Hilton at 847.763.3514 for tickets or more information.

CJHS parent and anesthesiologist speaks to science class

Dr. William Miller, father of junior Madeline Miller, taught the Anatomy and Physiology class a lesson on the nervous system and the practice of anesthesiology on Nov. 10.

Science teacher attends conference

Science teacher Leslie Redman attended the annual convention of the National Association of Biology Teachers on Nov. 12 in Chicago.

"I attended several exciting laboratory workshops in biotechnology, many of which I will incorporate into the biology and anatomy curricula," Mrs. Redman said. "In 'Understanding Gel Electrophoresis,' I learned new methods of creating DNA fingerprints. Later, I used column chromatography to isolate and purify a bioluminescent protein. In another workshop, I learned how to perform the ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) test, which is used to identify disease agents, food allergens or molecular markers of cancer, pregnancy or drug use.

Sun Times designer and writer speaks to literary journal students Jeff Vrabel, designer and writer for the Chicago Sun Times, spoke to CJHS literary journal students on Nov. 16 during cocurriculars. Mr. Vrabel critiqued the initial design of The Prints. Mr. Vrabel was impressed by the work of design editor junior Ron Gejman and designer senior Shlomi Mir. Mr. Vrabel finished the class by answering students' questions about various concerts he has reviewed and celebrities that he has interviewed. Mr. Vrabel will continue his relationship with The Prints by critiquing the first edition of the school year which will be published before winter vacation.

Sophomores complete PLAN at CJHS

The sophomore class took the PLAN test on Nov. 11 as part of the college planning curriculum. Results from the PLAN will arrive at CJHS in mid February and advisors will review the tests with each student.

"The PLAN is great preparation for the ACT assessment-it covers the same subject areas,." said Director of College Counseling Bruce Scher. "It gives sophomores an estimated ACT score and helps students know what high school courses they should be taking. Finally, it connects students with colleges that may have interest in them and helps them to identify career that match their interest."

AP releases exam calendar

The Advanced Placement Program and College Board have released the testing schedule for this year. A.P. exams are given from May 2-May 12, 2005. Registration for the test will take place during the month of February and all tests will be offered on CJHS' campus. The cost of each test is $86 and this registration fee is sent to College Board by CJHS. Students receiving a score of 3,4, or 5 have the potential of receiving college credit or of advancing their placement in college classes. Please remember that AP scores are not used for college admissions but only for college placement. For additional information, please contact Mr. Scher in the College Counseling Office.

B'nai B'rith offers college athletic scholarship

Candidates from Chicago area high schools are encouraged to apply for the Sports Lodge B'nai B'rith Scholarship for Jewish Youth. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, athletic ability, community service, and financial need. The recipient must enter a college or university in the term immediately following the granting of the scholarship. All applications must be submitted by February 6, 2005 and are available in the College Counseling Office. CJHS students are encouraged to apply

More books in the TRC thanks to AVICHAI

CJHS has received the second allocation of our three year AVICHAI Bookshelf grant. The Bookshelf grant provides funds for the purchase of materials for the Technology Resource Center. By expanding TRC holdings, the grant provides an opportunity to enhance the education of CJHS students.

Give tzedakah

CJHS students voted this week to donate tzedakah collected first semester to the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless. The tzedakah box will be put near the prayer books on Friday and will remain outside the head of school's office during the week.

Tefillah consultant to visit CJHS

Dr. Saul Wachs, a Tefillah consultant from the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism is returning to CJHS on Nov. 22 and 23. He will discuss prayer at CJHS with students and faculty.

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 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 of your Challah orders goes directly to Va'ad funds. If you need an order form, please email Geoff Levin at thevaad@yahoogroups.com.

Save the Date: Study with Rabbi Lebeau

The Jewish Theological Seminary, CJHS and Solomon Schechter Day School invites parents, faculty and members of the community for a private breakfast study session with Rabbi William H. Lebeau, dean of the JTS Rabbinical school, who will be speaking on "Not Reform; Not Orthodox: Conservative Judaism's Essential Middle Way - A Study of Maimonides' Treatise on the Importance of the Center in Jewish Life" on Dec. 9 at CJHS. The event is chaired by Karen and Jay Kaufman and Sandy Starkman.

Join CJHS for tefillah at 8 a.m. Breakfast will be served at 9 a.m. followed by the study session. The cost is $10.
Please respond by Dec. 1 to Nadine Sasson Cohen or Maya Kaplan.

Rabbi Lebeau will also be teaching a Judaic Studies class later in the day.

Mazel Tov

Mazel tov to Teresa Barker, mother of senior Rachel Weiner, on the publication of The Pressured Child, written by Michael Thompson, Ph.D. in collaboration with Ms. Barker. The book has just hit the shelves and a signed copy was donated to the school by Ms. Barker.

Thank you

Thank you once again to the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism for the amazing opportunity to study with Rabbi Ben Hollander. Parents, staff and students engaged in serious study with Rabbi Hollander for the last four consecutive weeks.

Yasher Koach

Yasher kochechem to seniors Noam Davidoff, Charlie Gandelman, Jacob Kanter, juniors Jennifer Feldman, Shayna Flink, Yael Kiken, sophomore Matthew Silverman, and freshmen David Weltman and Avi Coven for leading tefilah. Freshmen Avi Coven and Richard Kahn read Torah. Yasher koach to Rabbi Jill Jacobs of the Jewish Council of Urban Affairs for her D'var Torah.

Yasher kochechem to senior Charlie Gandelman and sophomores Matthew Silverman, Aaron Magid and Sandy Johnston for volunteering at the Ark Cafe.

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Shabbat Shalom! Candle lighting is at 4:08 p.m. The parshat hashavuah is available through the Jewish Theological Seminary.

Sharna Marcus
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History Teacher
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