
Beyond the Classroom

Chanukah Olive Press Show
Students and families experienced the full process of making olive oil—from harvesting and crushing the olives to watching the golden oil flow. The boys touched the olives, smelled the fresh oil, and learned how it was used for the menorah, deepening their connection to the Chanukah miracle.

Grandfather–Father–Son Menorah Workshop
Families worked together to design and build beautiful wooden menorahs, turning raw wood into a masterpiece to use every Chanukah. The room was full of teamwork, pride, and multigenerational connection.

Purim Masquerade
The boys came to school in colorful, festive costumes to celebrate Purim. The classrooms were filled with laughter, smiles, and Purim spirit.

Model Matzah Bakery
The boys learned how matzah is made and got to make their very own. A hands-on experience full of laughter and learning as Pesach came alive.

Trip to Crown Heights Matzah Bakery
The boys visited a matzah bakery to see how matzah is made, enjoyed a treat at Sweet Expression Ice Cream, and the oldest boys had a special trip to 770.

Chidon Celebration
The boys participated in Chidon, showing off all their hard work and learning. To celebrate, they headed to American Dream for dinner and bowling.

Lag BaOmer Celebration
The day began with a lively rally at the Ohel, followed by the community Lag BaOmer parade celebrated in unity and pride, and wrapped up with lunch and relaxing together at Memorial Park.

Shavuot Ice Cream Party
The boys enjoyed ice cream together as part of the Shavuot celebration, with a special touch from the PTA.

End-of-Year Trip – Cradle of Aviation
The 4th and 5th grade boys explored the Cradle of Aviation museum and took part in a planetarium show on 'Cities of the Future,' learning about engineering and innovation around the world.

Long Island Children's Museum Trip
The 2nd and 3rd grade boys explored interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, learning through play and discovery on an enriching day outside the classroom.

Bubby, Mommy & Me Brunch
A beautiful multigenerational morning where bubbies, mothers, and daughters joined for inspiration, song, and creativity. Guest presenter 'Magic with Mushky' brought Miriam HaNevia's story to life through drama, and families decorated tambourines together.

Yud Daled Kislev Hiskashrus Program
In honor of Yud Daled Kislev, the girls enjoyed a heartwarming acting presentation bringing the Rebbe and Rebbetzin's wedding and lifelong dedication to Chassidus to life through storytelling, song, and drama.

Purim Dress-Up
The girls brought the joy of Purim to life in colorful, creative costumes, filling the classrooms with laughter and festive spirit.

Chof Hey Adar Birthday Program
The girls celebrated the Hebrew birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka and learned how a Jewish birthday is a special day to give brachos and do mitzvos. Each girl received a perfume inscribed, 'let your actions leave a beautiful fragrance.'

Girls' Chidon Award Ceremony
The girls showed incredible dedication to Chidon, participating and excelling together—a joyful celebration of their hard work and shining achievements as part of the Magen Israel family.

Model Matzah Bakery
A matzah bakery came to school! Rabbi Chayempour taught the girls how matzah is made, and they got to make their very own—a hands-on, exciting way to learn about Pesach.

Celebrating 100 Days of School
The girls celebrated the 100th day of school dressed up as old ladies, sharing laughs, smiles, and a milestone full of joy and fun.

Lag BaOmer Celebration
The elementary girls began the day with a lively rally at Ohel Menachem, joined the community Lag BaOmer parade in unity and pride, and enjoyed a special lunch at Beach Park.

Davening Trip to the Ohel
The girls had the meaningful opportunity to daven at Ohel Menachem, connecting in an inspiring setting.

Boba Party
The girls enjoyed a fun boba party as a well-deserved treat for hard work, following directions, and great teamwork. (Sponsored by Rachel Sellem.)

Shavuot Ice Cream Party
The girls celebrated Shavuot together with ice cream, sweet treats, and lots of smiles. (Thank you to the PTA.)

Science Fair
The girls showcased their work at the Science Fair—asking questions, forming hypotheses, running experiments, and presenting creative display boards full of curiosity and critical thinking.

Water Day – Tanya Baal Peh
Kindergarten and first grade celebrated memorizing Tanya Baal Peh with a fun Water Day, honoring the Torah they learned and the light it brings to the world.

7-Eleven Trip – 303 Shorashim
Morah Yonina's class celebrated completing all 303 shorashim in their workbook with a special reward trip to 7-Eleven.

Sandbox Fun
Kindergarten and first grade enjoyed their new sandboxes—building, digging, and creating together in a wonderful sensory experience full of teamwork and smiles.

Brooklyn Bridge Trip
After completing their unit on bridges, the girls visited the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, exploring its design and engineering up close and connecting their classroom learning to a historic landmark.

Hatzalah Visit
As part of the safety unit, the elementary girls welcomed members of Hatzalah and learned about the important role these dedicated volunteers play in the community.

Lower East Side Trip – Tenement Museum & Pickle Guys
The girls visited the Tenement Museum to learn about Jewish immigrants who came to America over a century ago, touring a historic apartment, then stopped at The Pickle Guys to learn about the business and sample pickles.

Water Slide Day
The girls celebrated their dedication to davening with a special in-school water slide event—a well-deserved reward and lots of fun with friends.

Grandparents Day
The children proudly welcomed their grandparents to school, making arts and crafts together and sharing laughter and special moments that brought the generations together.

Chanukah Puppet Show
A lively Chanukah puppet show filled with dancing, music, and excitement brought the story of Chanukah to life—the children loved following along and helping the puppeteer.

Book Fair
The Book Fair gave students and families the chance to explore a great selection of new books and enjoy the excitement of reading. (Thank you to the PTA.)

Pesach Learning & Making Haggadas
The yeladim dove into Pesach—making their own Haggadas, tasting karpas, exploring matzah vs. chametz, trying on makkot masks, and crafting menorah and Pesach projects in a week full of hands-on fun.

Caterpillars & Butterflies
Preschoolers welcomed special classroom visitors—caterpillars!—and watched them grow into butterflies. They painted caterpillars and butterflies, read The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and explored the butterfly life cycle.

Lag BaOmer Puppet Show
Pre-K learned all about Lag BaOmer through a fun puppet show, exploring its meaning with engaging classroom activities.

Shavuot Ice Cream Party
The yeladim enjoyed a sweet Shavuot celebration with an ice cream party. (Thank you to the PTA.)

Special Park Treat
Morah Racheli's Pre-K class celebrated completing their reward chart with a special trip to the park—playing and exploring together as a reward for their hard work and consistency.

Aleph-Bet Scavenger Hunt
Pre-K went on an exciting Aleph-Bet scavenger hunt around the school, searching for hidden letters while practicing their Aleph-Bet skills.

Sandbox Fun
The yeladim were thrilled to play in their new sandboxes—digging, building, and creating together while enjoying the beautiful weather.

Hatzalah & Firefighters Visit
The yeladim welcomed members of Hatzalah and the Fire Department to school, learning about these community heroes and exploring the ambulance and fire truck up close—a special and memorable experience.

Teacher Appreciation Week
Organized by the PTA, the week honored our teachers with beautiful breakfasts and lunches and thoughtful treats sent in by students.

Model Matzah Bakery
The boys learned how matzah is made and got to make their very own. A hands-on experience full of laughter and learning as Pesach came alive.

Purim Masquerade
The boys came to school in colorful, festive costumes to celebrate Purim. The classrooms were filled with laughter, smiles, and Purim spirit.

Chanukah Olive Press Show
Students and families experienced the full process of making olive oil—from harvesting and crushing the olives to watching the golden oil flow. The boys touched the olives, smelled the fresh oil, and learned how it was used for the menorah, deepening their connection to the Chanukah miracle.
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