ECLC Weekly Update 10/06/23

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ECLC Weekly Update 10/06/23

10/06/2023 11:27:51 AM

Oct6

SCHOOL RESUMES TUESDAY 10/10 FOR 2ND-7TH

On Tuesday, we were privileged to have Rabbi Feinstein join us in the Sukkah, where he shared the true story of Rabbi Pinchas. This story illuminated the significance of friendship, symbolized by the Ushpizin, as one of life's most precious gifts. In Sukkot tradition, we extend invitations to friends and family to join us in the Sukkah, believing that our Avot & and Imahot (ancestors) visit us each year in this sacred space.

Rabbi Feinstein also said, "Everything is connected to Everything Else." Our students explored the intricate interconnection between the universe, the world around us, and our own lives. This concept of unity, represented by the Hebrew word "Echad" (One), beautifully resonated with our exploration of the Shema שמע prayer, underscoring that we are all integral parts of a greater whole.

In addition to exploring friendship and unity, our students had the privilege of delving into the symbolism and significance of the Ushpizin (honored guests) and the "Arbaat Haminim" (the four species) right in our Sukkah. We even had impressively large Etrogim at our Sukkah, and students also practiced reciting the blessings for these elements in the Sukkah. You can view Photos from Tuesday HERE.

Following our Sukkah time with Rabbi Feinstein, Cantor Rafii and Daniel Raijman led us in a beautiful Shira/T’fillah (Singing/Praying) session. The melodies filled the sukkah, enhancing the feeling of togetherness and celebration. We then invited our families to stay for pizza in the sukkah. It was wonderful to see so many families joining us, enjoying delicious pizza (from Pacific Kosher in Valley Village), all while fulfilling the mitzvah of eating in the sukkah and making new friends!

As we conclude our Sukkot celebration,it has reminded us of the importance of unity, friendship, and the interconnectedness of all things. May these lessons continue to enrich our lives in the weeks and months ahead.

We invite you to join the VBS community for Simchat Torah on Saturday night as we celebrate the start of a new year together!

ECLC CLASSROOM WEEKLY UPDATES

Kitah TK Weekly Update with Morah Mali

Kitah Kinder Weekly Update with Morah Nina

Kitah Alef Weekly Update with Morah Shira

Kitah Bet Weekly Update with Morah Lauren and Ilana

Kitah Gimmel Weekly Update with Morah Yonit

Kitah Dalet with Rabbi Yael and Morah Roni

Tech Academy Weekly Update Morah with Limor and Laura

Music Academy Weekly Update with Moreh Daniel

Cooking Academy Weekly Update with Morah Shana

Kitah Zayin with Rabbi Jared and Rabbi Jacob

ALL ECLC FAMILIES ARE INVITED TO SIMCHAT TORAH SERVICES THIS WEEKEND!

Hoshanah Rabah / Shemini Atzeret

Friday, October 6

7:30am: Morning Minyan / Hoshanah Rabah
6:00pm: Evening Minyan / Erev Shemini Atzeret Services

Saturday, October 7

9:30am: Shabbat Morning & Shemini Atzeret Services with Yizkor

Simchat Torah

Saturday, October 7

5:00pm: Tot Simchat Torah Service & Ice Cream Celebration for Families
6:00pm: Evening Minyan / Erev Simchat Torah Traditional Services
7:00pm: Simchat Torah Community Services & Ice Cream Celebration

Sunday, October 8

9:30am: Simchat Torah Services

MAZEL TOV TO OUR ECLC STUDENTS & ALUMNI!

Makayla Razbannia

October 14

Parents:

Arezou & Johnathan Razbannia

Talya Weissman

October 21

Parents:

Jennifer Resnik &

Bryan Weissman

Aydin Wayne

October 28

Parents:

Rebecca & Matthew Wayne

ECLC COOKING ACADEMY WAIVER

Dear Parents and Teachers:

In partnership with the Culinary Judaics Academy, Etz Chaim Learning Center students will participate in Jewish learning through CJA's Cook & Learn workshops, facilitated by our teachers, as each workshop contains an engaging 12-20 minute video lesson (led by Chef Danny Corsun and his daughter Zoey), an associated recipe for your child to follow, and the supplemental written curriculum for deeper Jewish learning. Each class will be accessing different workshops throughout the year, and there will be opportunities for you to cook and learn as a family at home, too!

In addition to the cook-and-learn workshops, your family will also have access to CJA’s Community Hub, where you can access monthly Live Zoom cook-along workshops led by Chef Danny Corsun. Look for monthly invitations to sign up!

Series That Will Appear in Your CJA Library:

Kitchen / Jewish Cornerstones
A Jewish Home
Jewish Values
Jewish Holidays
Jews Around the World
Israel
and CJA's Community Hub (access to monthly live Zoom classes with Chef Danny)

Every student must be registered with CJA in order to participate in the ECLC Cooking Academy program.

Please register your family and each enrolled student for their Year-Long Membership to CJA by following the below steps when using this link:

Etz Chaim Learning Center of VBS Curriculum for 2023-24: Workshops with Culinary Judaics Academy

Click on the above link.
Email Address: Parent email (This will be your Login email)
Add your student(s) name(s) and grade(s)
Terms of Use Agreement: Click to agree.
Click to Register to Participate for Free
Create a password and make note of it.
Look for an email from Culinary Judaics Academy (check Spam & Promotional Box if you don’t get one)
Once registered and logged in, “My Library” will be accessible in your drop-down menu from your profile image in the top right-hand corner of your screen.

Here is an Instructional Video for CJA Library Access.

It's important that you only access specific content (videos, recipes, guides) when your child's class is experiencing that particular workshop at school.

ALL SCHOOLS BOOK CLUB PROGRAM