Me to We Day 2015
Students from both UO and YOC took time out of their Sukkot vacation to attend Free the Children’s Me to We Day. Over the course of the day, they learned about challenges facing youth around the world – and potential solutions they can get involved in. From small fundraising ideas to the power of social […]
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.
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 […]
YOC Grade 9 activity
Grade 9s participated in several activities, facilitated by Dynamix Teambuilding. This was the perfect opportunity for the students to get to know each other and become a cohesive grade. Students look forward to more teambuilding on the shabbaton next weekend!
Welcome BBQ’s 2015
Grade 12s hosted BBQs to welcome our grade 9 students. The 12s ran icebreaker games to give the 9s an opportunity to meet and get to know each other. At the YOC bbq, the students met in “big brother / little brother” groups for the new students to gain insightful advice from their “big brothers.” […]
