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The Charlotte Jewish News - January 2008- Page 23 Preschool Puzzlers By Fern Sanderson Preschool Puzzles is a bimonthly feature presented by the Jewish Preschool on Sardis. Fern Sanderson is the director of JPOS and a member of the national, state, and local Associations for Education for Young Children, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development and the National Jewish Early Childhood Network. She can be reached at Jpsonsardis@earthlink.net. Q: As a parent, I want to be certain that I teach my children what they need to know at this stage of their lives. Can you help me? A: As a parent, your job is to teach your children positive behaviors, positive ways to express their feelings; positive ways to play; family values; and safety for themselves, other peo ple and things. Schools Teaching young chil dren works best when there is love and respect. Show your love - with hugs and loving words, catch your children doing the right things, and tell them over and over what you like. Children are not bom “bad” or “good.” Each child is different. Some are quiet and more laid back; some are more active; others act without thinking. Children may misbe Fern Sanderson have because they may not know how to do what you want, they may not understand, they may forget or they may be tired. To help prevent problems, set clear rules your child can fol low every day. Changing the rules con fuses young children. Always remember your children’s ages and what they are able to do. For example: Don’t expect a two- year-old to sit still and be quiet for more than a few minutes. Help your children find fun and active ways to use energy. This can be very helpful if they are starting to do something you don’t like. Have routines; meal time, bath time, bed time. Children behave better if they know what to expect. As you already know, parent ing is a job to be taken seriously but also, to be enjoyed, if Barbara & Jerry Levin Middle School Students Lend a Hand at Chanukah Dinner By Sandy Hirschman The Barbara and Jerry Levin Jewish Middle School joined Charlotte Jewish Day School to host a family Chanukah dinner, candlelighting, and sing-along on the third night of the holiday. Rabbi Murray Ezring and Rabbi Faith Cantor of Temple Israel lit the menorah and led us in reciting the blessings and singing “Ma-oz Tzur” (“Rock of Ages”). Every table in Gorelick Hall was adorned with a striking, origi nal centerpiece that was created specifically for this occasion by the middle school students as part of an art elective taught by Wendy Hennes and Michelle Rusgo. Working in groups of three, the students discussed and sketched out a concept for their centerpiece. Once the basic design was agreed upon, each person in the group personalized his or her design. For example, one group decided to use tall vases filled with blue, silver, and gold spray- painted branches and gold and silver rocks. One student hung golden, glittering latkes from the branches and sur rounded the vase with potatoes and potato peelers. Another youngster in the group made sparkling dreidels to hang from the branches, and the third adorned the branches with golden gelt. The centerpieces were placed on mirrors and surrounded with jewel-toned stones. Some groups created their centerpieces using fishbowls, others used trifle bowls, and still others built their creations around dreidel sculp tures. Thus, each centerpiece was different, but they all complement ed each other to create an eye catching effect. Dillon Rusgo says everything is all good. The middle schoolers also vol unteered to work behind the buffet tables and serve the more than 350 adults and children who attended the supper. Salad, tunafish, latkes, com-on-the-cob, and pizza were served with aplomb. Each middle school server wore an apron that TheQiariotte JewisB PresdMol Services. About $500 was raised so that JFS could buy Hanukkah gifts for local Jewish families in need. Thank you to all of our fami lies for your continued generosity throughout the year. The festivities con tinued with field trips to the synagogues with Morah Elka, CJP’s Judaica Teacher, to act out the story of Hanukkah. The children loved seeing the synagogues on their “behind the scenes” tour. The three’s classes then celebrated with a Hanukkah round where each three year old class hosted a special project or game. The chil dren rotated to the different rooms to decorate cookies, play the drei del game and pin the light on the menorah, listen to Hanukkah stories and sing songs. The four year old and pre-K classes had indi vidual parties in their classrooms. Parents were invited for lunch and latkes and to hear their children perform some holiday songs. “Twinkle Twinkle Hanukkah Lights” was a favorite. Upcoming Events at the Charlotte Jewish Preschool: January 4: CJP Open House: 9:30-11 AM. Come tour our class rooms and learn about our pro gram. For more information, call 704-944-6776. February 9: CJP Silent Auction: We have something for he or she had personalized espe cially for Chanukah with fabric paint, pens, and stamps. After supper, everyone adjourned to Lcmer Hall for hot chocolate, dreidel games, and songs. Each grade in the day school entertained their family and friends with Chanukah songs. Everyone in the audience was encouraged to join in and sing along. A great time was had by all in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. One of the centerpieces from the Chanukah dinner. If you have any questions about the Barbara, and Jerry Levin Jewish Middle School, please contact Sandy Hirschman at 704- 366-4558 or shirschman@ cjd- school.org. ^ A Green Shabbat and Hanukkab Fun at the Charlotte Jewish Preschool Twinkle Twinkle Hanukkah lights. Shining brightly for eight nights. The shammos stands so straight and tall, He lights the others one and all. Twinkle Twinkle Hanukkah lights Shining brightly for eight nights. The students at The Charlotte Jewish Preschool had a ball cele brating Hanukkah during the month of December. This year we Alexandra Cohen guesses the kicked off the holiday with an all number of dreidels. green Shabbat. Students were asked to give “green” tzedakah (instead of coins) to help raise money for . Jewish Family Cooking latkes. every stage of life. Are you plan ning a family reunion ... how about a one-week stay at a seven- bedroom luxury beach home? Or a romantic three-night stay at the St. Francis Westin, San Francisco? Want a custom home renovation at cost or ten hours of college coun seling from a national expert? Build a memory ... whether it’s a child’s birthday party with a Zamboni ride or a family Shabbat dinner for eight by Rabbi Faith and David Cantor. Come to the auction and enjoy an elegant evening catered by Mama Ricotta’s. $25/person includes dinner, dessert, wine and beer. LJCC Lemer Hall, 7-9:30 PM. Contact Kelly Keeling at 704-846- 7929 or nckeelings@ earthlink.net for more information or reserva tions. YOUTH DIRECTOR . iemple Belli El is searching for a dynamic, creative individual to serve as our fiist full-time Youth Director. Oversee the congregation's vibrantyouth department. Advise high school youth group and supeivise otliei advisory staff. Be part of a talented professional team. , Connect with youth of all ages in programmatic, educational, and informal settings. Make a difference in Jewish lives! Are you: *An experienced programmer? •Jewishly knowledgable? •Good at connecting with teens and kids? •Organized and creative? Please visit www.betb'ei.eom and click on "Staff OpfMjrtnnifies" for a complete job description. Position begins July 1,2008. To apply or for more informalion, contact Rabbi Micah Streiffer. ) Email: mstreiffer®beth-el.com Phone:704-366-1948 Fax 704-.i66-1365. Resumes must be received by January 20, 2008.
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