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Dear Parents,

The Design Thinking process teaches many skills that we value: empathy, iteration, creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. What makes ADAT's version of Design Thinking unique is the way in which we explicitly teach Judaism through action. As we continue to refine the way we utilize this process with our students, we have been able to hone in on the part of the process that enables us...Read more...

Dear Parents,

“When Adar enters, Joy increases!” The month of Adar in which Purim falls is meant to be a time of increased joy.  I witnessed this joy on Thursday when we celebrated Purim as a school community. The day started with the students being greeted by the faculty dressed in costumes, dancing to Purim songs, and setting the mood for the day.  This welcome was shortly followed by a...Read more...

Dear Parents:

I have had some incredible learning opportunities in these past two weeks that I wanted to share with you. It was inspiring, and helped me focus on what is essential to continue to bring our school to higher heights. I also had the opportunity to share about our school and the work we've been doing with educators from around the continent.

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Dear Parents,

For me, Purim is a magical time of year. When I think back to growing up, the way that my synagogue community came together for our annual carnival was an important part of my Jewish identity. The parking lot, the playground, the hallways, all of the places I knew like the back of my hand, were transformed. My friends and I would roam in a pack from booth to booth, enjoying being surrounded by...Read more...

Dear Parents:

This week, you should have received in your children's backpacks information about our upcoming Jump-a-Thon on Thursday, March 28. If you have only been at ADAT since the beginning of this year or last year, this elusive Jump-a-Thon might have you asking yourself, “What is this event that I always hear people talking about”?! Well, regardless of how long you have been here, I want you to...Read more...