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Todah Rabah to the Grade 8 families who joined us for Kabbalat Shabbat! It was a true pleasure to meet the families of the Class of 2028 and share in the joy of welcoming the Shabbat together, continuing a cherished King David tradition. The warmth and spirit of community felt during this special moment set a beautiful tone for the year ahead.

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.