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The Lion's Tale

The student news site of Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School

The Lion's Tale

New resources are being provided to students this year during distance learning. Ceramics student Lindsay Shell used school given art supplies for her assignments.

New resources allow for more opportunities during distance learning

Harry Davidson, Reporter October 8, 2020

In an attempt to make online classes feel more interconnected between students and teachers, CESJDS has invested in many new online resources for specific departments.  It can be hard for students...

Lincoln Aftergood stands on the beach with his mother and cousin in California over the summer.

Opinion: Traveling during the pandemic is OK

Lincoln Aftergood, Reporter October 6, 2020

Most people are familiar with the stress of flying and wondering whether you packed enough or if you will get to the airport on time. However, even though traveling is relatively safe during the pandemic,...

Junior Zoe Wertlieb stands in front of the Capitol during a climate change march.

Fellowship gives junior opportunities to connect her Judaism and Feminism

Sally Rogal, Features Editor October 6, 2020

After hearing about the Kol Koleinu Jewish Feminism Fellowship from her rabbi, junior Zoe Wertlieb decided to apply for it this past summer.  Focusing on both Jewish and feminist identities, the Jewish...

Plexiglass placed in main office and around school as a safety precaution with the return of in-person learning.

CESJDS to begin transition to hybrid learning

Maya Preuss, News Editor October 5, 2020

Head of School Rabbi Mitch Malkus announced that CESJDS will begin to transition from distance learning to hybrid learning at the end of October in an email he sent on Oct. 1.  The Lower School and...

In 2020, CESJDS was named a National Blue Ribbon School. The award is given to schools that show academic excellence and success.

CESJDS Receives National Blue Ribbon School Award

Tal Arber, Reporter October 5, 2020

On Sept. 24, Head of School Rabbi Mitchel Malkus announced that CESJDS was officially recognized as a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School. JDS was one of only 50 independent schools in the U.S. that were...

Opinion: New dresscode, bedroom policies hold greater disadvantage

Opinion: New dresscode, bedroom policies hold greater disadvantage

Daniela Abrams, Reporter October 2, 2020

CESJDS has employed stricter policies regarding the dress code and students' bedrooms for virtual learning this school year. Many students feel very strongly about these new policies because they feel...

Micha Blay blasts his shofar in front of the U.S. Supreme Court on Rosh Hashanah.

Blasts for Justice: 6th-grader Micah Blay blows shofar at Supreme Court

Eva Bard, Arts and Entertainment Editor October 1, 2020

Hundreds of visitors listened intently as sixth-grader Micah Blay blasted the sounds of the shofar on the steps of the Supreme Court. Already an unusual start to the Jewish New Year, Justice Ruth Bader...

One of the many exhibits available from the British Museum.

Pandemic provides opportunities to digitally visit famed museums

Gabi Simon, Reporter September 30, 2020

Taking a trip to the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York City seems crazy during a pandemic. But what if you could view museums from your couch? Museums all over the world have turned to free online...

Participants pray in a socially distanced communal gathering outside.

Montgomery County revises Covid-19 religious services policy

Mischa Trainor, In-Depth and Design Editor September 30, 2020

Montgomery County will now allow religious facilities to reopen for indoor services for up to 40% occupancy as of September 22. This restriction follows the previous rule of one participant per 200 square...

Freshman Ella Waldman prepared the Broccoli and Ancient Grain Salad from Family Meals: Recipes from Our Community.

Review: New cookbook brings chefs together for COVID-19 relief

Ella Waldman, Reporter September 29, 2020

Vegan Chickpea-Avocado Salad, Mushroom Bolognese and Penne alla Vecchia Bettola are some of the many delicious recipes featured in Penguin Random House’s newest release, “Family Meal: Recipes From...

Freshman Darya Dayanim plays with her youth orchestra over Zoom.

Virtual virtuosos: Student musicians adapt to online format

Nini Panner, Reporter September 23, 2020

After a long day of Zoom classes, students like freshmen Darya Dayanim and Alec Silberg find an escape in their instruments, transforming their surroundings into a world of measures, melodies and musical...

Ben Platt releases new Netflix special.

Ben Platt’s Netflix special offers new insight into his songs and journey

Nini Panner, Reporter September 22, 2020

Ben Platt recently released a must-watch Netflix special featuring emotional and energetic performances fit for all ages. “Ben Platt: Live At Radio City Hall” showcases the singer, actor and songwriter’s...

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