MIRUP YPPAH

We have been bombarding our Kitah Dalet students with all of the wonderful themes associated with the observance of Purim. We have beenlearning about Haman and Esther, Mordechai and the King, and telling the story of Purim over and over and over again. Some of the things we have been talking about…

• Standing up for yourself and what you believe in, (Esther)
• Speaking out if you believe someone is not treating others fairly (
• Justice and taking care of those who have less than we do (Gifts for the Poor)
• Showing family and friends we care about them (Shalach Manot) 
• Being proud of who we are (Esther and Mordechai)
• Consequences for your behavior. (Vashti and Haman)

We have also been talking about the four commandments of Purim, and helping your children understand  that as they get older, they need to take responsibility for observing the four Purim commandments. The commandments are all community bound activities, and can be fulfilled at our Purim Extravaganza.

• Hear the Megillah read aloud 
• Give Mishlach Manot, gifts of food to family and friends
• Give Matanot LeEvyonim, gifts of food and money to the poor
• Celebrate at a Purim Seudah, a festive meal

On Sunday morning, students will have the opportunity fulfil the mitzvot of hearing the megillah and giving Mishlach Manot.  

Students are encourage to wear a costume to school on Sunday morning.

Please remember to send in a COSTCO size package of snacks for our baskets.