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In Case of
Inclement Weather
CJHS uses the Emergency Closings Center to notify our community of school closings. ECC's website is updated every fifteen minutes. To determine whether school is closed, please use one or more of the methods listed below:
1. RADIO: Tune in to WGN Radio 720, WBBM 780, CBS2, NBC5, ABC7, WGN News, FOX32, or CLTV.
2. INTERNET: Click on ECC's website or the websites of any of the above stations.
3. PHONE: Call 847.238.1234 (touch-tone phones).
4. E-MAIL: Sign up for personalized email notification through Emergency Closings.
Please note that there may be a delay in email delivery.
If CJHS is not listed on ECC's website, you may assume that school is open for the day.
You can also check the Athletic Hotline, 847.423.5969, for scheduling changes due to weather. |
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E-News Deadline:
Wednesday at noon
Material received after the deadline will be included in the next week's E-News.
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This Week's Pics
Seniors plan for prom night
Scavenger Hunt victory breakfast | |
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CJHS Tigers Win First Tournament Game
The CJHS men's basketball team won it's first-ever Illinois class 1-A regional tournament game on Monday, defeating Elgin Academy 56-47. The Tigers, led by juniors Danny Silver and Victor Abecassis and sophomore Danny Eisenberg, held Elgin to 24% shooting and outrebounded their opponents in the first half 25-12, with senior Shai Kamin leading the way. Danny Silver finished the games with 16 points; Victor Abecassis had 13, Danny Eisenberg 11, and Shai Kamin and junior Alan Bukingolts scored 7 points each.
The Tigers regional play came to an end Wednesday with a 51-25 loss to top-seeded home team Westminster Christian School. Victor Abecassis led the Tigers with 12 points.
Danny Eisenberg and Victor Abecassis advanced to the second round of the three-point shooting competition, and Danny made it to the third round, which will be held on Friday afternoon.
Congratulations to all for a great season! |
It was standing room only on Wednesday evening, as prospective students and their parents packed CJHS to hear from administrators and department chairs about the school's mission and core values, our integrated general and Judaic studies curriculum, our remarkable record of college placement, and the many opportunities available to CJHS students in athletics, the fine arts, and more. The department chairs, several of whom came to CJHS after long, successful careers at North Shore public high schools, also shared some of the reasons why they love teaching here - including the vibrant community, the collegial relationship among the faculty, the energetic student body, and their commitment to CJHS's mission. Following the presentation, parents participated in an informative question and answer session, while students learned more about the school from CJHS student ambassadors. As parting gifts, parents received packets of information about CJHS academics and activities, and students received the newest CJHS tie-dye T-shirt.
"Curriculum and Beyond was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the breadth of our curriculum, the expertise of our faculty, and our vibrant school life," says Ms. Rachel Spiro, Director of Admissions. "We thank our terrific recruitment committee for their help and support in making this event so successful." |
Lishma at CJHS to Debut February 28
CJHS is proud to announce "Lishma at CJHS," an adult education program for the entire community that features leading scholars and educators from all backgrounds speaking on a wide array of topics. The program launches on Thursday, February 28, 2008 with "The American Declaration of Independence and the Ten Commandments," featuring CJHS Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Zohar Raviv, with a response by scholar and author Professor Steven Kaplan.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the session begins promptly at 7:30 p.m. The suggested minimum donation is $18. Space is limited. For reservations contact Bobbie Wolk at 847.324.3723, or email Lishma@cjhs.org.
For more information about Lishma at CJHS, click here. |
CJHS Welcomes New Student
We are pleased to welcome sophomore Talyn Kaskel, and her family into the CJHS community. |
CJHS Jazz Ensemble to Perform at Response Center Benefit
The CJHS jazz ensemble will be among the featured perfomers at "Tune In...A High School Musical Showcase," on Thursday, February 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the the Music Institute of Chicago, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston. Featuring performances by area high school instrumental and vocal ensembles, proceeds benefit the Response Center, a program of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago. Admissions is $75 for adults, $20 for students. |
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Purim is coming soon! Each year, the Va'ad and Va'ad Tikkun Olam sponsor a Mishloach Manot drive for the school community. Students, faculty, and staff can purchase Purim baskets for friends and colleagues. Every CJHS family will receive a basket of delicious treats.
Purchase Mishloach Manot for individual families at $5 per family, or donate $120 to sponsor Mishloach Manot for the entire school (200 baskets). All proceeds from this drive will be donated to Mazon: A Jewish Response to Hunger, to fulfill our obligation at Purim - and throughout the year - to feed those in need. Order forms have been placed in student mailboxes and have also been sent by e-mail. You can also download an order form here. Please make checks payable to MAZON, and return order forms and checks to Jeff Berger, Va'ad Fundraising Vice President, at CJHS by March 7.
Click here to link to the Mazon website. |
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Breakfast Sponsorship
Thank you to the family of Ellie Honan for sponsoring breakfast on February 20 honoring her birthday. |
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Baruch Dayan HaEmet
It is with sadness that we announce the death of Robert Stein, beloved father of Michael (Rachel) Stein, grandfather of Aliza '07, Merav, Avital, and Akiva.
Contributions in Mr. Stein's memory may be made to the Council for Jewish Elderly, 3003 W. Touhy, Chicago, IL 60645.
Hamakom Yinachem Etchem B'toch Sh'ar Avalei Tziyon V'Yerushalayim. May God's presence comfort the Stein family among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. |
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Religious Life
This week Jeremy Hulkower, Esther Lowe, Matthew Hass, Josh Warshawsky, Rena Forester, and Ilana Lupovitch led Tefillah. |
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Community News and Events
JTS Midwest Awards Dinner
The Jewish Theological Seminary's 2008 Annual Midwest Awards Dinner, honoring Paula and Jerome Mandell and Rabbi Allan Kensky, takes place on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at the Standard Club. Special guest is Chancellor Arnold M. Eisen.
For more information on the dinner, tickets and prices for the Adbook, please call 312.606.9086 or click here.
A Celebration of Our Youth
The Midwest Region, United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism presents an evening of laughs and lyrics, at North Suburban Synagogue Beth El on Sunday, April 6, 2008. The concert benefits CHUSY Region USY and honors Howard and Marlene Kaplan. For further information and to buy tickets online, click here. |
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Shabbat Shalom
Candlelighting is at 5:14 p.m. today. Shabbat shalom! | |
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