- June 4 – Last Day of School
Grades K-5 – Closing Assembly at 11:00 am, Strear Family Gymnasium – family and friends are invited, 11:30 dismissal
Grades 6-12 – Day at Elitches
- June 6 – New Family (for 2010-11) Picnic from Noon -2:00pm
- June 7 – Summer Blast Camp Begins – Click here to register
- August 23 – First day of classes for grade 6 (K-4 Assessments)
- August 24 – First day of classes for K-5 and 7-12
As the 2009-10 school year comes to a close I want to thank our outstanding faculty for providing our students with interesting, challenging and insightful lessons day in and day out. Their dedication to our students and our school is exceptional and we are lucky to have them.
A heartfelt thank you to the Herzl/RMHA education and business administrative team who work tirelessly throughout the year to put in place the best possible experience for everyone in our school. Thank you to the office staff for everything they do to keep our offices running so smoothly. They really do a fantastic job. A hearty thank you goes out to our maintenance staff for everything they do around the campus from getting things set up to keeping everything in working order. Thank you also to Canteen Catering for the wonderful food.
I also wish the best to our faculty and staff members who are retiring after years of dedicated service to our school. I thank you for the positive impact you had on our community and hope that the years to come are filled with joy and happiness.
A simple thank you to the PTO hardly seems like enough. They help our school in so many different ways. The PTO's impact on our school is tremendous and for that I offer a heartfelt thank you.
I want to offer a big thank you to the Board of Trustees for all of their support this year. A special thank you goes to David Brown for his insightful leadership and tremendous support as Chair of the Board these past two years. Congratulations to David Foster, whose term as board chair officially begins on July 1.
Lastly, I want to thank the students and parents of our school. You are the reason we are here and it is has been a joy working with you. The community of Denver is blessed to have such an outstanding community Jewish Day School and I feel blessed to be a part of it. I look forward to seeing you at the start of the 2010-11 school year as we move into a new era with a new name, Denver Jewish Day School.
Avi Halzel
President/CEO
It is not too late to make your donation to the Annual Appeal and make a difference in the future of our school. You have until June 30, 2010 to make your gift. Give online at www.dcje.org, or print out this form and give to the office or contact Krista Boscoe at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 720-449-9552. Thank you for your support!
Rose Community Foundation's Live On program
Herzl/RMHA has been offered $7,500 from the Foundation if we can get eighteen (18) new people to join The Legacy Society and fill out the one page donor record form attached here.
Please contact Krista – 720-449-9552,
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to help make this happen.
Simchas, Smiles and Sometimes Sorrows
Life cycle events and many more occasions can be Honored and Remembered in Herzl/RMHA's new giving program, Simchas, Smiles and Sometimes Sorrows. The minimum donation (CHAI $18.00) up to your choice for a maximum donation (the stars). Please click here for more information.
Please note that report cards will be sent home tomorrow, Friday, June 4th in student backpacks. We have included in the report card envelopes important forms and fliers regarding the upcoming school year. Please be sure to read all information and return those forms that need to be returned to the front office. School supply lists for next year have been included for those who like to shop early!
We would like to wish everyone a very Happy Summer Break. Thank you for sharing your children with us. We feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to watch your children make innovative discoveries, explore new territories, learn new concepts and grow emotionally and socially. They have all come so far since last August. Have a safe and restful summer. The first day of school for the 2010-11 year is Tuesday, August 24th. K- 4 assessments will be done on Monday, August 23rd. Teachers will be corresponding with parents in August to set up these appointments.
Use this link to view pictures from the Second Grade Biography Tea.
The year ends with a trip to Elitches on June 4. Students who have pre-registered should be at school by 9:30 for departure and will return by approximately 4:00pm.
College Counselor
We are pleased to announce that the college counseling responsibilities will be taken on by Ceci Lowinger. She will be able to draw on her intimate knowledge of the school that she has gained as an active parent, a board member and board president together with her education and background in social work to serve our students in this important role. She will also have the opportunity to "ease into" this position as Judy Sylvan, current college counselor, will continue in her role with the graduating class of 2011 into the fall.
Judaic Studies Course Selection Process
Very soon parents of students in grades 6 through 11 will be receiving descriptions of courses their children may select for their 2010-2011 Judaic Studies program. We send this information to you, the parents, as an invitation for you to be involved in your children's choices. This is the opportunity for you to talk to your child about what you value in Jewish education and to hear from your child what is important to them in Judaic studies.
The student's individual selection form must be received by Friday, June 11, 2010, in order to be considered in on time. The student selection form my be sent by email or snail mail, or, dropped off in the school office. Any questions about the courses, forms or process should be directed to Rabbi Sinoff, 303-369-0663 ext. 280 or by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Head's Letter
Look for a comprehensive head's letter in mid-June. Included will be summer reading lists, summaries of important events during the last quarter and a first look at the year ahead.
Final grades will be on-line beginning June 13.
| Monday - Thursday | 8:30 am - 3:30 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am - 1:30 pm |
The school and offices will be closed as follows:
| Friday, July 2 | Fourth of July Holiday |
| July 5 - July 16 | Office closed |
Avid 4 Adventure came to school and was a hit! According to your kids, they had fun and learned some! We even caught some of the parents getting into the action: Amy Schinagel (mom to Lior and Danit) and Allegra Reynolds (mom to Mayer) bike racing and Stacey Chapman (mom to Rebecca) practicing her eskimo roll in the kayak pool. Stefanie Jacobs scurried past her daughter, Ilana, up the rock wall! Check out this two minute video of the Herzl RMHA adventure!
Campers!
Get ready for camp with our Name Labels Fundraiser! We will receive 20 - 30% commission on all orders placed through the website [ http://www.dcje.mabel.ca ]www.dcje.mabel.ca through August. These adorable labels are microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer safe. Personalize your labels with cool colors and icons. Forget iron-ons - check out the peel-and-stick Tag Mates! Sticky labels make it easy to put your child's name on all their belongings. Worried about losing your younger child at the zoo amusement park? My 411 bracelets are great for kids who don't know their parents' cell phone numbers. Tell all your friends and relatives to place an order through our website and help our PTO!!!
Summer Movie Night
This summer, Rachel Green and Goldie Cohen are planning a night out at the movies for all students. See your school friends and catch a flick! Watch your in-box for more details!
PTO wants to thank all of the parents who participated in a community event, help support our teachers, worked on a fundraiser, and came to a meeting. We had a great year and expect an even better one next year! Enjoy your summer.
Save the Date
Save the date for the back-to-school ice-cream social: Monday, August 23rd, from 3:00-4:00 PM.
STUDENT COMMUNITY PROJECTS
We want to send our sincere gratitude to the Herzl/RMHA community for your tremendous support of the National Angelman Syndrome Foundation annual walk-a-thon. The organization seeks therapies, prevention and a cure to Angelman Syndrome (AS) through education, information exchange and support for research. AS is a neuro-genetic disorder that occurs in 1 in 15,000 live births. AS is often mis-diagnosed as cerebral palsy or autism. Characteristics of AS include developmental delay, lack of speech, seizures, and walking and balance disorders. Individuals with Angelman Syndrome cannot speak and require life-long care. This year, you all helped us surpass our family fundraising goal by over 50% for a total of $3800. We are proud that over the past three years, your contributions have helped us to raise close to $10,000 for this cause. In recent years, there have been some amazing break-throughs in AS research that may positively impact not only AS, but also autism, cerebral palsy and many other neurological and genetic disorders. Your support has given hope to many.
Sincerely,
Doniel, Asher and Avi Kaye
Photo: Our 1st cousin, Jacob, age 9, crossing the finish line.
Teen Volunteers (Upper School) will "buddy" with special needs individuals for activities in the food tent for one day/time period of 2-3 hours. The exact date is not set yet, but it will take place during Aug. 1-6. If interested, please contact: Doniel and Asher Kaye at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 720-870-4525.
Refer a friend who registers for a Creative Journeys Summer Camp and get a $50 discount. Please click on this link for more information.
Community Garden Plot at Ekar
Get a Community Garden Plot at Ekar, a new urban communal Jewish farm and garden located next to Denver Academy of Torah, Glassman Education Campus. Just a few garden plots remain! The cost is $72 for the season plus a $25 deposit returned whenever you give up your plot. Registration forms and more information about Ekar can be found at www.ekarfarm.org. If you are not ready for your own plot or already have one at home, please check out the website for further information about work days and other opportunities to get involved!
The Mizel Museum is seeking community participation in collecting artwork for its new, permanent exhibition, 4,000 Year Road Trip: Gathering Sparks, slated for opening August 2010. Mizel Museum curator, Georgina Kolber, is searching for privately owned Jewish objects, Jewish artifacts and contemporary Jewish artwork to enhance an exciting new exhibition about Jewish life and culture that will bring cultural awareness to local citizens and visitors. The museum is particularly interested in ritual objects about Torah stories, haggadot or sidurrim of unusual derivation, contemporary Israeli art, objects from Jewish pioneer pieces and unique objects that tell the story of the Diaspora.
The JCC Maccabi Games® are coming to Denver!
The Games are a unique Olympic style athletic competition for Jewish teens. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to get involved as an athlete, a host family, or as a volunteer August 1-6, 2010. To learn more about the 2010 Denver JCC Maccabi Games® visit http://www.jccdenvermaccabi.org/ or call 303-316-6318.
Ramah in the Rockies
Grand Opening Sunday, June 13th, 11:30 am - 3:00 pm. View more details here.
Family Camp at Ramah in the Rockies, August 6-9. Use this link for details and registration form.
Federation's Schlep the Slopes set for Sunday, August 8
The Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado's Schlep the Slopes Bike Ride returns to the area on Sunday, August 8, 2010. Use this link to read more.
Bnei Akiva
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