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Lower School students created delicious hamantaschen for Purim! Fifth graders mixed the dough and then partnered with their Mechina book buddies to fill and fold the traditional three-cornered pastries.
In the Innovation Lab, third-grade students brought the spirit of Purim to life by designing and building their own pinball machines! Just as Purim is filled with unexpected twists and hidden surprises, their creations featured custom 3D obstacles and unique themes, adding an element of excitement to every game.
Fourth-grade students attended Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. at the MJCCA, where actors with special needs performed alongside professionals. The inspiring production reflected their tzedek theme, B’Tzelem Elohim, emphasizing inclusion, talent, and community in theater.
5th Grade students are excited for Purim! To celebrate, they participated in Tinkering Thursday, designing and creating custom Purim bookmarks. Using a heat gun, they shrank their creations into small plastic keepsakes, marking the fun and creativity of the occasion.
Fourth and Fifth Grade Book Club- After discussing this month’s chosen book club pick, Chickenpox by Remy Lai, students designed 3D models of their ideal recovery room using Tinkercad software. Student creativity flourished in their inventive designs.
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