For the last couple of years we’ve had “themed” Sukkahs at The Davis Academy. This year’s theme is: Sukkat Shlomeicha (Sukkah of God’s Peace). Or more colloquially, “The Peace Sukkah.” I’m really excited about it. The inspiration for this theme comes from a Jewish prayer called, “Hashkiveinu.” It is one of many (many) Jewish prayers […]
Archives for October 2016
Life is Full of Blessings
I took a walk through Lullwater Park before Kol Nidre. I came upon this bench. I was so happy to see the message inscribed in the wood and also delighted by the fact that there’s no way to sit on it. Sometimes we leave messages, intended and unintended, for one another. We never know if, […]
Discovering Our Voices
This month’s #BlogaMonth prompt asks us to pick an issue that we are passionate about as educators. When I read the prompt I instantly knew the topic I’d choice: helping students discover their voice. Each of us is blessed with a unique voice. Think about it, no two human voices sound exactly the same. That’s […]