December 31, 2021
Dear Beit Rabban Community,
The year 2021 is not exactly ending on a high, except for high infection rates, but we did share many spectacular and miraculous times highlights over the past year. This Ta Shma is dedicated to the past 365 days in an effort to redeem its final hours, and to remind us all that no one, no thing, and no year should be defined by it's darkest moments.
In the Beit Rabban tradition of ending each week with SHAhighlights to help us appreciate more deeply, feel more connected to each other, recognize our accomplishments, and go into Shabbat with a smile.... I hope you enjoy this selection of 21 of some of my favorite Beit Rabban highlights from 2021 (see below). May it put a smile on your face and remind all of us that there is always the possibility of joy.
Wishing all a restful and rejuvenating Shabbat and a very happy new year,
Stephanie
Vaccination Celebrations
Recess Outdoors in All Weather
Reimagining Beit Rabban Rites of Passage to be at Home
Going viral for the best reason- Justice for Ingrid!
Outdoor Holiday Chagigas
Bringing back Co-Curriculars
Knowing how to Open School during a Pandemic
Welcoming Our Mascot, the Beit Rabban Livyatan
The Return of Parents to School
Going back to Summer Camp
Our First 8th Grade, Bikkurim
Celebrating Democracy
Bringing back After School Clubs & Programs
Praying Outside, A Lot
Inaugurating New Traditions
Our First Double Bat Mitzvah
That One Time a Year that Includes: Cholent Fridays, Pizza Fridays, & Rosh Chodesh Sushi
Celebrating Pride Shabbat
Celebrating Our Akabas Family Amazing Alumni
Marking One Year of the PandemiC
Masked Celebrations
And a 22nd highlight, just because... When that bicycling Christmas tree wished your class a Happy Chanukah while you were on your way to recess in Central Park.