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On Friday, the Atrium was filled with students for the start of a new King David tradition, a special monthly school-wide Kabbalat Shabbat. Grade 12 students were excited to welcome everyone to participate in this special tradition in Jewish life, one that has been celebrated for thousands of years. Shabbat is a time for reflection and connection and by lighting candles, reciting the blessings over the wine and challah, singing Shabbat songs, and being with friends, an atmosphere of peace and joy permeated the building. To close the Kabbalat Shabbat, everyone was invited to stand and sing Hatikvah as a symbol of our connection as the Jewish people to the land of Israel and our hope for the future.

At King David, our students are taking the lead in creating dynamic and engaging learning environments. Through collaborative spaces, students are not just participants but active leaders in classroom conversations, guiding discussions, sharing ideas, and learning from each other. This student-led approach fosters meaningful and deeper learning experiences.

The first week has been a vibrant and engaging experience for students and staff alike. Kicking off with a school-wide assembly, the atmosphere was filled with excitement and anticipation for the new academic year. After a round of applause from students as they were welcomed back by Deputy Head of School, Alex Monchamp, new Head of School, Dr. Seth Goldsweig, addressed the students welcoming them to a year filled with possibility! Rabbi Berger led us in prayer for Israel and the six hostages tragically killed in Gaza.