Altar’d State of mind: A Jewish view on a Christian store
Maia Zimmers, Reporter
April 16, 2019
Filed under Features, Showcase
A trendy clothing store stocked with boho-chic apparel is an oasis from the hectic energy of the mall. The pastel colors and faux handwritten plaques create a homey vibe. It appears to be a normal clothing store targeting teens and young adults, but take a closer look at the plaques, and you will re...
CESJDS continues NCAA Tournament championship bracket challenge tradition
Sabrina Bramson, Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2019
Filed under Features, Showcase, Sports
Keeping with CESJDS tradition, the school has resumed its NCAA Championship bracket challenge between students in classes across grades and subjects this year. The tradition started as a kehillah activity, according to math teacher Tori Ball, who organizes the challenge each year. This year, history teach...
CESJDS English teacher takes on unique hobby: karate
Sophie Kaplan, Guest Writer
April 5, 2019
Filed under Features, Showcase
Students often imagine English teachers reading books with a cat in their lap; certainly, students do not imagine them as being a brown belt in karate. However, English teacher Melissa Fisanich breaks that stereotype. Fisanich has been taking karate since the summer of 2014 when she started compe...
JDS Foodies promote satirical commentary on cafeteria food
Abigail Katz, Guest Writer
April 2, 2019
Filed under Features, Showcase
JDS Foodies, an Instagram account run by student Adrian* about food from the CESJDS cafeteria, has been gaining popularity throughout the year and has attracted the attention of the student body and has over 200 followers and counting. “I actually have a friend who goes to Capital Camps, and [they...
New Art and Wellness Z’man Kodesh combines creativity and Judaism
Matthew Rabinowitz, News Editor
March 18, 2019
Filed under Features, Showcase
Soon after the bell rings, students in the new art and wellness Zman Kodesh gather in a circle to find their “Chi,” or balance, by practicing the ancient art of Tai Chi. Born out of middle school art teacher Jessie Nathans’ passion for art and Judaism, the new art and wellness Zman Kodesh fills...
Teens take the wheel
Jessica Gallo, Reporter
March 15, 2019
Filed under Features
When junior Emma Ash drove to school by herself for the first time, she felt a whirlwind of emotions. She was scared about merging on the highway, but felt exhilarated as she tried out her new skill independently in her daily routine for the first time. Learning to drive is something most kids, includi...
Double duty for Davison
Mischa Trainor, Reporter
March 15, 2019
Filed under Features
Whether she is showcasing different cultures in World Literature or helping out a student with the college process, English teacher and college counselor Alison Davison is always making an impact on juniors and seniors as she teaches and counsels. She has a deeply rooted motivation behind her job becau...
Driver’s education: which program is right for you?
Irit Skulnik, Tal Arber, and Jonathan Morris
March 15, 2019
Filed under Features
Preparing for the annual Purim Spiel
Lincoln Aftergood, Reporter
March 11, 2019
Filed under Features, Showcase
The annual Purim Spiel, performed by math department, is the highlight of the Purim festivities every year and the brainchild of math teacher Victoria Ball. “Usually what I try to do is I try to interview a bunch of students, and we just try to get a sense for what sorts of things people find fu...
Many graduates to enlist in the Israeli Defense Forces
Matthew Rabinowitz, News Editor
February 12, 2019
Filed under Features, Showcase
“I’m definitely nervous. I know it’s gonna be one of the most challenging things I ever do, and I’m definitely nervous because it’s so unpredictable,” Jonah Gershman (‘19) said about his decision to join the Israeli Defense Forces. Gershman lived in Israel earlier in his life and wanted to help ...
More than just madness: A visual profile of Shir Madness
Jonathan Morris, Reporter
February 4, 2019
Filed under Features, Multimedia, Showcase
Arts Chai Lights features musical performances, student work
April 15, 2019
Arts Chai Lights, CESJDS’ annual arts fair, took place this past Thursday and featured musical performances, showcased student artwork and had art-making stations. This year’s performances included...
Library introduces “Poem In Your Pocket Game”
April 8, 2019
CESJDS’ new “Poem In Your Pocket Game,” a variation of the popular game “Assassins,” began today in honor of National Poetry Month and is lead by Assistant Library Media Specialist Mirele Kessous. “Media...
Arabic students commemorate Arabic Heritage week
April 5, 2019
This past week, Arabic classes engaged in several activities to commemorate and learn about Arabic heritage. These educational activities ranged from visiting the Omani Cultural Center to having Arabic...
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