CJHS Introduces Adult Education Program for the Entire Community

We gratefully acknowledge Bernie Meister who has volunteered in our library this school year. Bernie retired in 1995 after 38 years as a teacher/librarian in the Chicago Public School system. The last 12 years Bernie worked at the Walt Disney Magnet School which started out as a pilot project in the city with only 50 students, with enrollment now approaching 1,800 students. He later joined the staff at Highland Park High School working as a teacher's aide for several years.

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Bernie and his wife Toby will celebrate their 50th anniversary this year. Bernie learned about CJHS at our Grand Opening and he is delighted to be interacting with students again. He also donated the tiger that resides in the library.

Shalom!

CJHS Introduces Adult Education Program for the Entire Community

CJHS is proud to announce the debut of "Lishma at CJHS," an exceptional adult education program for the entire community. The program features leading scholars and educators from all backgrounds speaking on a wide array of topics, both Judaic and general.

"Lishma" means "learning for the sake of learning," and this program is part of Chicagoland Jewish High School's ongoing pledge to extend an outstanding educational culture to the greater community. "Lishma at CJHS" is particularly exciting because it emphasizes a rich diversity of speakers and topics," says Rochelle Katz, Lishma at CJHS Chair.

The program kicks off on Thursday, February 28, 2008 with "The American Declaration of Independence and the Ten Commandments," featuring Dr. Zohar Raviv, CJHS Scholar in Residence, with a response by Professor Steven Kaplan, a prolific scholar and author. The session will explore concepts that gave voice to the American Declaration of Independence and present intriguing links between this document and The Ten Commandments.

Chicagoland Jewish High School is proud to partner with the institutions listed here.

All sessions will be held at CJHS, 1095 Lake Cook Road in Deerfield. Parking is available. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and sessions begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. There is a suggested minimum donation of $18 for each session. Space is limited. For reservations contact Bobbie Wolk at 847.324.3723 or email lishma@cjhs.org. For further information on Lishma at CJHS, here.

Curriculum and Beyond on Wednesday evening, February 6, 2008

Incoming and prospective families are invited to learn about the unparalleled high school experience Jewish teens get at CJHS. Meet CJHS department chairs and hear about our outstanding faculty, innovative integrated curriculum, and remarkable record of college placement.

Please contact Ms. Rachel Spiro, Director of Admissions, 847.324.3706 or e-mail rspiro@cjhs.org.

CJHS Welcomes New Students

We are pleased to welcome freshman Sarah Scheinman, and sophomores Brett Riederman, Mark Weiss, Jacquie Zaluda and their families into the CJHS community.

CJHS Student Photography on Exhibit

The black and white photography of Mrs. Snyder's students is on exhibit February 1-12 at The Art Center in Highland Park. "Architectural Details" explores the ornamental and structural parts of buildings and objects. Family, faculty, friends and staff were invited to an opening reception on Monday evening, February 4, from 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. The Art Center is located at 1957 Sheridan Rd. in Highland Park. There is a parking lot to the north of the building and plenty of street parking is available.

Thanks to The Great Frame Up in Morton Grove for generously donating framing and matting. The photos are now available for purchase.

AP Exams to be Administered at CJHS in May

The AP exams will be administered at CJHS during the weeks of May 5 and May 12. AP courses being taught at CJHS this year are Spanish Language, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, English Literature, United States History, Biology, and Microeconomics. In addition to exams that correspond to the AP courses currently offered at CJHS, other exams cover AP courses we do not now offer. It is possible for a student to take an exam for an AP course not offered at CJHS. For example, a student who is taking a course online or through independent study may elect to take the corresponding AP exam.

Although AP exams are not required for entrance into colleges and universities, they are beneficial. A student's AP exam score gives college admissions offices a standardized measure of his or her accomplishments in the AP classroom. As a result, colleges expect a student who enrolls in an AP course to take the corresponding AP Exam. In addition, many colleges grant students with qualifying AP exam scores credit and/or the opportunity to opt out of lower-level courses during freshman year. At some institutions, students with a sufficient number of qualifying AP Exam grades can earn up to a full year of college credit. Information about the AP program and specific tests can be found here.

Students enrolled in AP courses have already received registration forms. Additional registration forms are available in the College Counseling office. The fee for each exam this year is $84.

Sunday ACT Tests at CJHS

Most colleges require applicants to submit scores from either the SAT I or the ACT. So that students can avoid testing on Shabbat, CJHS is offering the ACT on three Sundays this year: February 10, April 13, and June 15. Students who are registering for a non-Saturday ACT test date must do so on paper rather than online, and they must also submit a letter verifying that their religious beliefs prohibit Saturday testing. Rabbi Goldberg has prepared a personalized letter for each student. These letters and paper registration materials are available in the College Counseling office.

The regular registration deadline for the April test is March 7. The registration deadline for the February test has passed, but if you did not register you can try to test standby. Standby testing is permitted for an additional $39.50 fee if there are enough materials remaining after admission of all registered students. If you plan to try to test standby, here to find out what you must do, and speak with Mr. Scher.

Please note that students must show a current, official photo ID to be admitted to the test session. Click here for details on acceptable forms of identification. Note also that only certain calculator models may be used during the ACT Mathematics test; click here for details on permitted and prohibited calculators.

Jeremy Hipps and Father Complete
Half-Marathon

Yasher Koach to Jeremy Hipps and his father, who completed a half-marathon January 27, raising over $6000 for Chai Lifeline. Jeremy, who improved on his previous times, wishes to thank the members of the CJHS community for their generous support of his effort and this great organization!

Dr. Raviv Delivers Lectures

Dr. Zohar Raviv, CJHS Scholar in Residence recently delivered the keynote address at an event honoring the Masters of Arts in Jewish Professional Studies students at Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies. He also traveled to Florida, serving as the Scholar in Residence for Beth Moshe Congregation, the Florence Melton Adult Mini-School and the Institute of Jewish Knowledge and Learning. Last week, Dr. Raviv presented two sessions at the 56th Annual Conference of the Jewish Educators Assembly.

CJHS Scavenger Hunt Underway

The all-school scavenger hunt is in full swing! Thirty excited teams of students are combing the building to find a variety of items, people, actions, interactions, and personal judgments. The winning team will be announced on February 15; each member of the winning team will switch places with the teacher of his or her choice for one day.

As part of the scavenger hunt kick-off, students and faculty were treated to a delicious breakfast of muffins and brownies from Sugar & Spice, a kosher bakery in Evanston.

CJHS Ski Trip Wrap-up

CJHS students woke up early on Monday morning (Semester Break Day) to travel to the hills of Wisconsin for CJHS's 4th Annual Ski Trip. After tefillah, the students and chaperones boarded a coach bus and drove to Devil's Head Resort, where the slopes were nearly empty because it was a weekday. Students and teachers skied and snowboarded for several hours and had a fabulous time.

Thank you to the Va'ad for coordinating the ski trip and to Mr. Ron Urick, Ms. Sharna Marcus, and Mr. Bob Taylor for chaperoning the trip.

Bowling Team Update

The Ten Pin Tigers wrap up their inaugural season on February 7 with "Bowling with the Mishpucha," Parents and siblings are invited to join team members for a fun-filled evening. Team members have enjoyed the season, and each bowler has improved his average. While the team is sorry to lose seniors David Weltman, Kayce Miller, Jacob Stoehr, Isaac Simon, Mikey Shapiro, and Josh Warshawsky, team members look forward to next year, when they hope bowling becomes a coed sport.

Breakfast Sponsorship

Thank you to the families of Miranda Borkan, Iszy Licht, Natalie Salzman, Adam Seidenberg, and Aaron Sklar for sponsoring a very special breakfast on January 29 honoring their birthdays, which occurred earlier in the year. We also wish to thank the family of Lindsey Grad for sponsoring breakfast on January 31.

Religious Life

Last week Lisa Wiznitzer, Matthew Hass, Rena Forester, Seth Berkman and Jacob Stoehr led Tefillah and Sammy Simon read Torah.

Community News and Events

All-Judaic Art & Jewelry Fair

Moriah Congregation in Deerfield is hosting the All-Judaic Art & Jewelry Fair February 16-18. Over 50 artists, many from Israel, will be selling their art and jewelry. For further information, click here.

Save the Date!

Please join us for a JTS Lunch and Learn in conjunction with Chicagoland Jewish High School, Solomon Schechter Day School and The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism-Midwest Region "When do we eat? Passover and the Art of Asking Questions" presented by Rabbi David Ackerman will take place at 12:00 p.m. on April 10 at Beth Shalom Congregation in Northbrook. For further information, or to make reservations, call 312.606.9086 or email tselinger@jtsa.edu.

The Purim Connection

The American Zionist Movement is sponsoring The Purim Connection, a program to send gifts to Israeli soldiers and children of Sderot. For more information, click here.

Shalom