The Sukkot – Shmini Atzeret Dynamic
by Rabbi Elan Mazer Immediately following Sukkot, we begin our fourth holiday of the month: Shmini Atzeret. There is an interesting discussion In the Gemara in Masechet Sukkah (47) as well as in Masechet Rosh Hashanah (4b), as to whether or not Shmini Atzeret is a separate holiday from Sukkot. On one hand, the holidays […]
First Matmidim Session – 2015
Over 40 grade 9 – 11 students attended the Matmidim kick-off program. Following a delicious dinner, students gathered in the Beit Midrash for a learning session focused on Sukkot and the origins of the Chag.
Our First Or Chaim Shabbat
By Yoni Bean, Grade 9 Student This past Shabbat was an amazing bonding experience for the new Grade 9s at Or Chaim. We traveled to Camp Moshava Ennismore to spend our first Shabbat together as a grade. I had never been to Moshava before, but one of the first things that caught my eye was […]
Sukkot – How to Make Yom Kippur Last
by Rabbi Elan Mazer Sukkot is definitely the hardest Jewish holiday to explain. First, the customs of the holiday are stranger than those of the other holidays; sitting in huts, and waving produce seem like actions that are difficult to be made into a meaningful religious experience. Furthermore, a look at the reasons that the […]
Yom Iyun
On Monday afternoon, students at both schools had the privilege of taking part in a thought-provoking Yom Iyun program. Ulpana’s program was led by Rabbi Kleinberg and YOC’s by Rabbi HaLevi. After watching a captivating video about what it means to be a Jew, students separated into groups and discussed their individual roles within today’s […]
YOC 9 Shabbaton
The grade 9 boys spent Shabbat Shuva together at Moshava Ennismore. The Shabbaton included fun activities, shmooze groups with leaders from older grades, fascinating discussion groups with the Rabbis, lots of spirited singing and inspirational davening. The boys appreciated getting to know each other and the student leaders better. Our student leaders did an amazing […]
UO 9 Retreat
The grade 9 girls had an amazing two days at Kinark Outdoor Centre! They participated in activities such as archery, wall climbing, trust and team-building activities, low ropes and much more. At the end of the first day, following a delicious dinner, they had a kumsitz and bonfire. The girls got to know each other […]
UO Curriculum Night 2015
Grade 9 parents learned the essentials about the UO experience at an opening “BAS 101” session; grade 9 and 10 parents attended informative curriculum night sessions. Grade 11 and 12 parents had the opportunity to review course outlines and ask questions in a meet and greet format. Thank you to all who attended!
UO Hatarat Nedarim 2015
On Wednesday morning, members of the Yeshiva University Zichron Dov Beit Midrash led Hatarat Nedarim. With their help, students and mothers nullified their vows. Thank you to the YU Beit Midrash for coming to Ulpana to give us such a great opportunity and to the mothers who attended.
YOC Sports program / first mishmar
Student council organized a thrilling program to kick-start the year! Four teams, each comprised of students from all 4 grades, competed for Sports Day glory. Activities included basketball, volleyball, tennis, ultimate frisbee, painting, science building, Rock Band, ping pong and chess. The always-popular school-wide bump game was a highlight once again this year; a Kahoot […]
