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I see myself as the guardian of each student’s childhood, and am committed to filling their days with learning that is significant and meaningful. How do we do that at Mirowitz? Check back here weekly for a window into our school. I will post here on topics ranging academic excellence, meaningful Jewish learning and empowering children to make a difference.

– Cheryl Maayan

Butterfly Blessings

May 18, 2015

THE LESSONS IN BUTTERFLY BLESSINGS I learned a few simple lessons from the blessings of second graders this Tuesday. The students witnessed the metamorphosis of caterpillars into butterflies these past few weeks. They observed, collected data and became intrigued by their life cycle. And when the...
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THE MEANING BEHIND THE WORDS

May 3, 2015

(Watch the siddur ceremony here!)        When you are reciting Mah Tovu, theBarechu or even theShema, what do you think about? Do you say the words without really knowing their intention? If so, you likely have much in common with the person sitting next to you...
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