Published for the Mount Scopus College Community Editor: Vicki Davis December 2023 Kislev 5784 From our students Since 2007 Rabbi James Kennard has educated and led us as students of Mount Scopus College. By setting a wonderful example, Rabbi Kennard has guided students to have a strong sense of Judaism, as well as a strong moral compass. Rabbi Kennard, your leadership and guidance has truly inspired us all. Your teachings have not only enhanced our knowledge and understanding of Judaism, but given us a deeper insight into the Jewish religion, encouraging us to create our own Jewish paths. At assemblies, your speeches have enlightened and inspired us, fostering an immense sense of Jewish pride and love, as well as a deep connection to our homeland, Eretz Israel. As an exceptional leader, you have also encouraged us to strive for excellence, not only in our academic achievements, but in our personal endeavours and growth. On behalf of the students of Scopus, we would like to express how incredibly grateful we are for your devotion, passion and wisdom. Your legacy and values will forever live on in Scopus’s history. We wish you all the best in your future endeavours, and we thank you immensely for your invaluable contribution. Levi Smorgon and Nina Page, College Captains 5784 Gabe Lewin and Elise Nathan, College Captains 5783, on behalf of all Mount Scopus students Rabbi Kennard: A Journey of Leadership, Laughter and Legacy In 2007, we welcomed Rabbi James Kennard into our community, commencing his leadership which would be imbued with not only his intellect and passion for education, but with a desire to leave an indelible mark of inspiration and morality on his students. I recall my first meeting with Rabbi Kennard during my involvement in the Parents’ Association. He allowed us to convince him to be a special guest in the dunking machine for a school fete. Exemplifying his humorous but distinct nature, he sat in the dunking machine filled not with water but with confetti. Rabbi Kennard’s leadership as College Principal was multifaceted. Deftly tapping into what it means to be a proud Australian and a proud Jew, underpinned by his teaching that these are not mutually exclusive, Rabbi Kennard dedicated much of his leadership to making the powerful case of how lucky we are to be diaspora Jews in such a pride-filled community. While his compelling pursuit of innovation underlined his dedication to providing his students with the best possible education. The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic shook the world, however, Rabbi Kennard’s ability to lead through adversity and darkness shone brightly, as he led the school’s swift transition to remote learning, prioritising the safety and well-being of the Mount Scopus community. Rabbi Kennard has always stood as a model of decency. He ensured students knew that the questions they ask are not just legitimate, but they are of critical importance. As such, Rabbi Kennard’s legacy is not just about tangible changes. I cannot conclude his legacy in one sentence, but I can try to capture its essence: it is, at its heart, about being a proud, kind and virtuous Jew. Championing the moral imperative that Jews must not succumb to a victim narrative, Rabbi Kennard was diligent in creating an environment whereby every student can connect with their Judaism. As Rabbi Kennard bids farewell, we reflect not only on his accomplishments but on the laughter, leadership and legacy he leaves behind. Mount Scopus has been moulded by his unwavering and gargantuan impact. It is without doubt that his leadership will reverberate for generations to come. Amy Hershan, College President 1 Levi Smorgon, Rabbi Kennard and Nina Page Rabbi Kennard with Prep students, Georgia Guest and James Berkowitz
Kaleidoscope December 2023 Kislev 5784 2 From the Principal Throughout Term 4, the thoughts and prayers of the entire Scopus community have been with our brothers and sisters in Israel. Prayer services, educational opportunities, fundraising events and more have helped our students understand and empathise with the terrible tragedy of October 7 and the pain of the subsequent war. As our Mission Statement declares, Scopus offers its students a Jewish identity “within a Modern Orthodox and Zionist framework”. This has been an occasion to actualise and to understand what it means to be Zionist. To be Zionist is to see the re-creation of the State of Israel as the moment in which the Jewish people re-entered history. It is to see Israel as the centre of Jewish life and today’s fulcrum of Jewish identity. But more than these theoretical notions, it is to feel a deep and enduring emotional connection to the state, people and land of Israel. That does not imply uncritical support. We encourage our students to access and grapple with different points of view, different visions for the state and different types of Zionism. But the feeling of love for Israel, which starts in the Early Years, and grows and matures through the following years, is the essential foundation for each of the varying perspectives. Although we would never have wished for these circumstances, the present situation has been an opportunity for that love to be manifest. Our students’ passion to understand the latest developments, together with a sense of grief for the murdered, kidnapped or fallen, has reminded us forcibly just what it means to be a Zionist. Rabbi James Kennard Thank you Sharon Over more than 30 years, serving as a Sports Coach, a Phys Ed teacher, a Head of Year, Head of Middle School, Head of Secondary School and finally as Deputy Principal, Sharon Stocker’s impact on Mount Scopus and its community has been immense. Whilst in charge of the Secondary School, Sharon brought to the role a care and concern for every single student, made manifest by her detailed knowledge of each young person, their triumphs and travails, and how best to help them to learn and to grow. At all times Sharon has believed in the highest standards of professionalism, and put that belief into practice in all of her interactions with colleagues, students and parents. In this way she has created expectations and standards for all staff and students to attempt to meet. At the same time, her welcome and assistance to new teachers joining the Scopus family are legendary, and a number of longstanding teachers owe their connection to the school to Sharon’s efforts to help them settle in. For nearly all of my time as Principal, Sharon and I were an excellent team. We worked very closely together; we had very few disagreements – all of which were handled with respect and courtesy; we had many laughs and a few tears. I am deeply grateful to Sharon for all that she has done for Scopus, in so many ways. We wish Sharon many more years of happiness and fulfilment in the various educational fields that now beckon her, and especially in her much-cherished role as a grandmother. Rabbi James Kennard Sharon Stocker – Deputy Principal, Secondary, with Montana Sharp at Scopus Idol back in 2014
3 Council news The College Executive is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Dan Sztrajt as our new Principal. Dan is one of our own; an Old Collegian from Kinder to Year 12, School Captain in 1999, and a past Mount Scopus educator. For Dan this is a homecoming, and for the Scopus community it is deeply satisfying that a graduate has come full circle, and we are now privileged to be the beneficiary of his expertise. A dynamic, contemporary educator, Dan has a genuine passion for ensuring strong Jewish continuity. He shares the College’s deep commitment to academic excellence through its exceptional Jewish and secular curriculum offerings, and prides himself on fostering an environment in which the people around him flourish. Dan is a creative thinker, a collaborator by nature, and values leading with kindness, integrity and strength of purpose. We look forward to welcoming Dan and his family into our school community for the start of 2024. Amy Hershan College President on behalf of the College Executive Premier’s VCE Awards Mazal Tov to our 2022 Premier’s VCE Award winners: • Abby Schwarz – English • Jesslyn Simon – Religion and Society Premier’s VCE Awards recognise the outstanding results of individual students and are based on VCE subject results. We are extremely proud of our students who have earned Premier’s VCE Awards, which are a fitting tribute to the hard work and commitment of the students and the dedication, expertise and support of their teachers. Kol HaKavod! Dan Sztrajt Students write messages of support for IDF soldiers Abby Schwarz Jesslyn Simon Am Yisrael Chai The Scopus family has truly come together to support Israel during this extremely difficult time. The care and concern shown to each other by staff, students, parents and the wider school community has been heartwarming and very much appreciated. Mincha prayer services have been held daily for Secondary students and although optional, there has barely been a spare seat in the shule. Our Co-Curricular Jewish Education team has run regular lunchtime briefings and updates for Secondary students, allowing them to ask questions and share how they are feeling. Extended bayit (form assembly) sessions have also allowed students and teachers to share stories of family members in Israel and read tefillot. Lunchtime activities have seen students write cards for Israeli soldiers and for their peers in Israeli schools. The cards have been posted and are on their way, in the hope of lifting spirits from the other side of the world. During Kabbalat Shabbat, our Year 6 students have lit three candles, two for Shabbat, and one to remember one person kidnapped into Gaza. Our thoughts and hearts are with the people of Israel, always. Primary and Secondary students have also run numerous fundraisers which have been overwhelmingly supported. We have endeavoured to protect our younger students, while also informing and educating our more senior Primary students in a measured and appropriate manner. Mount Scopus families were also invited to join the regular Secondary GBH Friday night minyan for a special Kabbalat Shabbat B’Yachad and to come together as a community. Scopus reached out to support families arriving from Israel. We welcomed them into our community and ensured an expedited and smooth enrolment process, to help restore some sense of stability for those who have suffered. Counselling continues to be offered to all staff and students, and we continue to offer support, particularly through our Heads of Year, School Psychologists and Counsellors, and our Co-Curricular Jewish Education team. Mount Scopus College stands with Israel. Am Yisrael Chai.
4 Kaleidoscope December 2023 Kislev 5784 Mazal Tov to our Captains and Student Leaders for 2023-2024 College Captains Nina Page and Levi Smorgon Portfolio Captains School Environment Kayleigh Hirsch and Jesse Kline School Spirit Maia Cukierman and Justin Gross Social Action Jeremy Borsky and Giddy Datt Jewish Life Darielle Alter and Lior Caplan Israel Kesher Simeon Goldberg and Amanda Tisher Performing Arts Captains Isaac Itescu and Maya Starr Visual Arts Captain Romi Reichenberg Sport Captains Ella Klein and Joshua Mohr House Captains Ashkanasy Sienna Lurie Bialik Abby Gordon Hillel Skye Edelstein Monash Georgia Kave Co-curricular Office Bearers Tzedakah Co-ordinator Sienna Shostak Radio Manager Aidan Rubinfeld Media Manager Eli Rauchberger Student Newsletter Editor Leo Sachs Minyan Merakezet Erin Queit Minyan Gabbai Ari Kind Back: Ari Kind, Amanda Tisher, Simeon Goldberg, Abby Gordon, Georgia Kave, Joshua Mohr, Sienna Lurie, Ella Klein, Skye Edelstein, Romi Reichenberg, Sienna Shostak, Jeremy Borsky, Giddy Datt, Eli Rauchberger, Kayleigh Hirsch, Jesse Kline, Darielle Alter, Lior Caplan, Leo Sachs. Middle: Ms Kate Major, Levi Smorgon, Rabbi James Kennard, Nina Page, Mr Matti Borowski. Front: Maia Cukierman, Justin Gross, Erin Queit, Aidan Rubinfeld, Maya Starr, Isaac Itescu Thank you The College wishes to express its sincere appreciation for the invaluable counsel and pro bono legal services provided by Arnold Bloch Leibler. Ashkanasy by a point Melbourne turned on a spectacular spring day for the Primary Athletics Carnival. After the disruptions of the pandemic years, and a postponed event in 2022 due to bad weather, it was wonderful to welcome families back to the Skolnik oval. Parents watched from the stands as our students from Prep to Year 6 competed in a variety of individual and team events and relays. It was a very close competition this year, and we congratulate Ashkanasy house, who won by just one point. Giving back As part of their Community Service Program, Years 7 and Year 8 classes joined together to run a food drive, with all items donated to Souper Kitchen, to help feed those who may not always know where their next meal will come from. Souper Kitchen works to provide food for those experiencing food insecurity in the community. They help feed over 1000 people every month. Students heard from Souper Kitchen guest speakers and learned more about the organisation. Later in the term Year 7 students learned about food insecurity, and had the opportunity to cook delicious meals that were donated to FoodFilled – an organisation dedicated to combating food wastage and alleviating hunger. Jubilant students in Ashkanasy Students learned about the important work of Souper Kitchen
5 2024 Scholarship Recipients Mazal Tov to the recipients of our scholarships, bursaries and awards for 2024: Academic Scholarships (currently held) Henry and Erma Jacoby Scholarship Loti and Victor Smorgon Scholarship Rose Landau Memorial Scholarship Israel Experience The College acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Scopus Foundation, and in particular our long standing and major supporters Justin Liberman and Lisa Farber and family. The College acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Scopus Foundation, and in particular our long standing and major supporters Justin Liberman and Lisa Farber and family. Gunther Baer Perpetual Memorial Award Ronen Savicky Music Scholarships for 2024 New Instrument Scholarships Joshua Arenson, Zac Krawitz, Ronen Savicky, Amy Solomons Extension Scholarships Aiden Gelbart, Alexander Itescu, Adam Sachs, Tali Schauder Transition Scholarships Ariella Green, Yasmin Sable, Nava Slezak Friends of Performing Arts Scholarship Isaac Itescu, Anouchka Starr Gusta Besen Memorial Music Scholarships Judah Braunstein, Ben Golshevsky Bernard McCrae Scholarship Ruby Plotnik The following are distributed on a needs basis B’nai B’rith Foundation Bursary B’nai B’rith Unit Mitzvah ’Making a Difference’ Bursary Caulfield Hebrew Congregation Scholarship Gesher Prep-Year 6 Bursary Helene and Paul Kohn Bursaries Herta and Roman Scherer Bursaries James, Abigail and Phyllis Stanton Bursary Klara and Lazar Majer Bryczman Memorial Bursaries Lillian Webb Memorial Bursary Mimi and Guenter Jacob Memorial Bursaries Naomi Fink Segev Memorial Bursary Nicholas and Elizabeth Slezak Bursary Pratt Foundation Bursaries The Richard (z’l) and Theddy Nossbaum and Family Bursaries Ruben Fried Scholarship Sarah and Peter Komesaroff Memorial Bursaries Sonia and Don Marejn Bursaries Susie and Ephraim Ehrmann Bursary Victor Smorgon Bursaries Yvonne and Ian Fayman Sports Bursary B’nai B’rith Harmony Music Bursary Brett Frenkiel Sports Bursary Charlotte Kritzler Scholarship Helene and Paul Kohn Bursaries Hannah and Michael Solomons Memorial Scholarship Heini Rose Memorial Bursary H W Ehrmann Scholarship Jeremy Lanzer Bursary Leon Liberman Memorial Bursaries Ludwig and Betty Ehrmann Scholarship Mina and Leo Fink Scholarship Natasha Karp Bursary Noah Borensztajn Sports Bursary Richard Kohn Bursary Rosie and Solomon Lew Bursary Sam and Nina Narodowski Bursaries Steven Sztarkman Memorial Scholarship Smorgon Family Bursary Sylvia Gelman Life Enhancement Bursary Werdiger Family Jewish Education Assistance Grants Ziva and Shaya Kramer Family Bursaries Creativity on show The Visual Arts faculty held their annual Graduate Students Art Exhibition, to showcase the exceptional work of our talented students in Art Creative Practice, Visual Communication and Design and Media Studies. The breadth of work on display was outstanding, from captivating photography to innovative product designs, intricate architectural models to engaging movies and podcasts, and wonderful sculptures and art installations. The opening evening featured presentations, and awards for creativity and endeavour, as parents, extended family, fellow students and staff engaged with our student artists and our vibrant Visual Arts program. The College is grateful for the photographic services and ongoing support of Jeff Joseph of Cha Cha Cha Photography throughout 2023. Berry Snider’s installation, ‘Shabbat with the Shniders’, a mixed media artwork made using several different air dry clay techniques We honour our families and friends who, in the past, chose to honour Mount Scopus with a gift or bequest to provide funds to assist students to access a Jewish education for as long as possible. May their memories be a blessing and may they inspire the next generation to continue their work. Aaron Arthur Smith Memorial Bursaries Class of 1961 Memorial Bursary Hilda and Izrael Kozlowski Memorial Bursary I and C Rozen Bursary Jessica and Paul Simon Bursary (of Ballarat) Melbourne Hebrew Congregation Scholarship Mr Nat Solomons of Adelaide Bursary MSMC Parents’ Association Bursary Rettig Bursary Rose Rosanove Bursary Abraham Feiglin Memorial Bursary Harry Kempler Bursary Hilton Rubin Bursary Ida and Max Plotka Memorial Bursary Julia Feitel Pearl Memorial Bursary Morris Plotkin Bursary Mrs Nat Solomons of Adelaide Bursary National Council of Jewish Women of Australia Foundation Bursary Rev E Kowadlo Bursary Salomon Rogers Memorial Bursary for Judaic Studies
6 Kaleidoscope December 2023 Kislev 5784 Scopus Flashback Marc Besen z”l, was a champion of Scopus and a tireless fundraiser for our school. As a parent of four young children at the College in the mid 1960s, his role actively evolved over four decades. All-the-while, Marc was a visionary. Developing a lifelong passion for the arts with his wife Eva, the College benefitted from several projects including the Besen Family Performing Arts Centre, opened in 2000. ‘I had a dream’ – Marc’s handwritten opening ceremony speech is a valued artefact in the Archive collection. He dreamed of a ”‘home’ where creative ideas could achieve dramatic quality… arouse our consciousness to human emotions and social problems… where all the arts and our students could reach for the stars”. That dream became a reality, and in 2024 we look forward to celebrating the reality of 75 years of our amazing school. February 8, 2024, marks the 75th anniversary of the first day of Mount Scopus Memorial College in St Kilda Rd. Stand by for compelling flashbacks throughout 2024. Parents’ Association It has been a busy and successful year for the Parents’ Association. Suzy Suss and Romy Borensztajn, Co-Presidents, thank all our dedicated volunteers and generous sponsors for their support. We have focused on community support during the challenging last few weeks. The parent community united for Israel with a B’Yachad function, a special Kabbalat Shabbat at GBH, and PA morning tea for teachers. All money raised from lunch orders, tuck shop and challah stalls was donated to Israel. Our Father’s Day stall, coffee morning, book sale, challah bake, challah covers, mango fundraiser and sports day were all well attended. This success allowed us to purchase much needed equipment for GBH, FKI and SFPS. At the end of 2023 we farewell and thank Suzy Suss for her dedication as PA Co-President. We also say goodbye and thanks to two dedicated volunteers: Romy Donner, GBH Lunch Order Co-ordinator and Mel Raleigh, Mother’s/Father’s Day Stall Co-ordinator. We look forward to a wonderful 2024. Goodbye and toda raba At the end of every school year we say farewell and thank you to staff who are leaving, some after over 15 years of service. Earlier in the year we said goodbye to Jorge Santander after 20 years in Maintenance at the Gandel Campus; Bridget McDermott after over 24 years of creative flair as a Secondary Art teacher and Faculty Leader of the Loti Smorgon School of Visual Arts; Jason Lord after 20 years as Production Manager in the Besen Family Performing Arts Centre; and Sue Vermes after nearly 15 years as Garden Educator, designing, creating and bringing the Scopus Kitchen Garden program to life. As the school year draws to a close, we farewell Dani Aisen after almost 35 years as a much loved Primary Music teacher; Elka Borden after more than 25 years as an outstanding Primary Jewish Studies and Hebrew teacher across multiple campuses; Dean Kuran after over 18 years as a dedicated Primary teacher; Tessa Fisher after almost 15 years as a respected and incredibly patient Secondary Maths teacher; and Sharon Stocker, Deputy Principal – Secondary after over 35 incredible years (read Rabbi Kennard’s tribute to Sharon on page 2). We wish each one of them all the very best and thank them for their dedication, commitment and care of our students. Bat Mitzvah chagiga Year 6 girls enjoyed a special Bat Mitzvah chagiga, as the culmination of their various Bat Mitzvah programs this year. The morning was an opportunity for the students to celebrate this milestone all together, and included Rosh Chodesh Kislev tefilla in the Bursztyn Synagogue, followed by a simcha-breakfast and rauch in the Rose Hall. Secondary students shared their reflections on what they would tell their 12 year old selves, and the Bat Mitzvah girls learned about the mitzvah of hafrashat challah as they prepared challah to take home and bake. Our Bat Mitzvah program aims to inspire life-long connections to Judaism and prepares our young women to be active members in the community. Throughout the program girls take part in a wide-range of learning experiences to mark their Bat Mitzvah, in a way that suits their individual strengths and interests. Mazal Tov to all our Bat Mitzvah girls of 2023. Noam White, Myer Brott and Robert Bontschek before opening day, 1949 Our amazing volunteers at this year’s Father’s Day stall Maya Morawetz reads from the Torah as Morah Dalya Freedman and classmates Dahlia Szylit and Jessica Meltzer look on
Reunions 7 It was wonderful to see our Scopus alumni celebrate their 5, 20, 40, 50 and 60 year milestones this year. Due to the events in Israel, the 10 and 30 year reunions have been postponed until 2024. Scopus reunions are made possible by the support of our alumni, assisting us to create memorable events. A big thank you to the following committee members who went above and beyond: • 5 year reunion (Class of 2018) Committee: Monique Lustig and Carly Shaw • 20 year reunion (Class of 2003) Committee: Ryan Lewis, Nomi Blum, Ben Ajzner, Mark Chester and Elliot Ramler • 40 year reunion (Class of 1983) Committee: Alex Kain, Judy Binder, Sharon Gotlib, Barry Gunn, Jeff Fust, Jenni Lee and Rachelle Unreich • 50 year reunion (Class of 1973) Committee: Ann Wollner, Lee-Ann Lowy, John Pruzanski, Norman Same, Nathan Serry, Steven Baron, Rochelle Weinman, Ian Berger, Sandy Davis, Helene Goldberg, Mark Hansky, Karen Stock and Karen Greenwood • 60 year reunion (Class of 1963) Committee: Carmella Prideaux, John Swaitlo, Susan Swiatlo, Geni Brewster, Carol Casper, Harry Pose, Barbara Stowe and Howard Goldenberg We also thank our wonderful teachers who attended reunions as special guests. Their presence is greatly appreciated by our old collegians who love catching up with their former teachers. Class of 2003, 20 year reunion Class of 1963, 60 year reunion Class of 1983, 40 year reunion Australian premiere of Golda Scopus Foundation members came together in September for the Australian premiere of the movie Golda, at an exclusive screening at the Classic Cinemas. Over 120 members heard special messages from Director Guy Nattiv, as well as Golda Meir’s grandson, Gideon Meir, before watching Dame Helen Mirren take on the lead role in the film about the Yom Kippur War. Vale Marc Besen z”l The Scopus Foundation and the entire Scopus community were extremely saddened by the passing of Marc Besen AC in November. Marc and his late wife Eva were founding members of the Scopus Foundation and leave behind a legacy of enormous generosity for educational, health, research, art, museum and other causes in Australia and Israel. Marc’s philanthropy knew no bounds and his contributions to the College and Foundation continue to ensure the growth and learning of many thousands of students today. Grandparents and special friends It was a pleasure to welcome grandparents and special friends to our three campuses this year, as they celebrated with students across Prep to Year 4. There is no better sight than seeing our students sharing special moments that provide so much naches. Scopus Giving Day Scopus Giving Day was a great success, allowing the community to come together on a Sunday in September to raise money for the Scholarship Fund, which provides bursaries for students in financial need. A heartfelt thank you to all who supported and donated to our 2023 Annual Giving Appeal. Foundation Annual Report The Scopus Foundation Annual Report for 2023 is now online, featuring highlights from the past year. Take a look at scopusfoundation.org.au Eva and Marc Besen Gabriel Golshtein, Anne Moskovitch and Lana Gurevich 2024 Reunions Reunions will be held for the classes of 2019, 2014, 2004, 1994, 1984, 1974 and 1964 next year. We will also be hosting catch-up reunions for the classes of 2013 and 1993. To find out more or to help co-ordinate your reunion please contact Victoria Rodan, Engagement Coordinator at alumni@scopus.vic.edu.au
8 BIRTHS Gabrielle (Klepfisz) and Greg Spilkin ’06, Charlie Marni Kras ’02 and Simon Blacher, Remi Ayelet Cohen and Nathaniel Brodsky-Krapivensky ’09, Mila Mandy (Milner) and Brad Immermann ’08, Jamie Gabi-Leigh Klein ’04 and Thomas Fitzpatrick, Mila Sophie Harris ’08 and Ariel Jacobson ’06 Charlie Melanie (Weinstock) ’06 and Daniel Ingram, Isabel Brannan (Leeb) and Gavin Katz ’08, Amber Rebecca (Ivanyi) ’07 and Jon-Paul Michail, Leo Jodie (Okraglik) ’04 and Jacob Wilson ’01, Marty Natalie (Mittelman) ’04 and Zachary Aflalo, Levi and Sarah Emily (Rubinstein) and Jeremy Kamil ’06, Jesse Elizabeth Zhornitsky and Stanislav Gorodyshcher ’00, Val Jodie Kramer ’06 and Dimitry Kelner, Lexi Cara (Silpert) ’03 and Saul Newstadt ’99, Ashton Isabelle (Hoffman) ’09 and Adam Trytell, Nicholas Elly (Korbl) ’11 and Aaron Cohen ’11, Luca Belle (Goldberg) and Brett Frenkiel ’01, Archie Ashley Lessard and Cory Dean ’06, Nora Andrea (Harris) and Greg Factor ’00, Willow Ruth (Harris) ’05 and Lev Margolin ’99, Michaela Lizzie Glickfeld ’90, Eleanor Liora (Stollard) and Jordan Davis ’15, Tehila Sarah (Peterfreund) ’07 and Dave Selzer ’07, Halle Lee Maaya ’06 and Zac Leigh ’06, Tobias Mandy (Schmidt) ’04 and David Prokupets, Ivy Lauren (Ross) and Nathan Cohen ’07, Lev Sarah Hershan ’09 and Eli Shmerling, Gabriel Bianca (Genziuk) ’05 and Simon Phillips ’05, Arieh Esther (Oyberman) and Sammy Brygel ’14, Eden Jessica (Frydenberg) ’08 and Adam Cohen, Olivia and Gideon Abigail (Brown) ’03 and Daniel Lichtblau, Esther Gina (Tuch) and Joshua Dishon ’06, Bella Jordana (Fayman) ’02 and Michael Carollo, Aiden Rebecca (Rubenstein) ’11 and Andrew Givoni ’03, Oscar Ashleigh (Zeimer) ’06 and Jason Rose ’02, Zara Sara (Isman) and Jesse Strauch ’08, Hayley Talia (Meltzer) and Ryan Saffer ’11, Marlee Kim (Laureano) and Bradley Majtlis ’06, Mateo Bianca (Goldsmith) ’08 and Yaron Esterman, Axel Dana Rechtman ’06 and Ben Hershan ’04, Remy Rebecca (Lew) and Adam Blau ’08, Matilda Den (Lissauer) and Mark Montag ’97, Frankie Caitlin (Smith) and Michael Beaconsfield ’05, Eve Tayla (Meerkin) ’11 and Gideon Reisner, Wolfe Indiana (Kanat) and Dustin Bruch ’10, Lenox Hadas (Vidal) and David Chester ’05, Jesse Romy Grace ’03 and Ethan Steen, Julien Chloe (Beder) ’11 and Marlon Plavin ’11, a son Jess (Maister) and Dan Wolman ’04, Kaia Samantha (Cahn) ’09 and Ayrton Eldridge, Archer Laura (Schwab) ’07 and Josh Kaplan ’04, Harper Nikki (Sput) ’03 and Alon Sapir, Lior Nicki (Etsekson) and Ari Sherr ’03, Leni Carolyn (Zeimer) ’03 and Noam Vigodny, Sienna Sharon (Brooks) ’95 and Lloyd Lawton, Reef Romy (Horak) ’01 and Adam Jankie’ 01, Chloe Gabi (Joffe) ’10 and Guy Silbert, Harper Lisa (Kappel) ’05 and Tom Goldstein, Harry Sophie Hoffman and Ben Dascal ’04, Louis and Sebastian Brittany (Jaffe) ’10 and Robert Miller ’10, Yona Lara (Blumenfeld) and Brian Sack ’10, a son Carli (Goldberg) ’08 and Jackson Walsh, Poppy Mazal Tov to Rabbi James and Vicky Kennard on the birth of their granddaughter, Adina, in Jerusalem to Yitzi and Judy. MARRIAGES Samantha Cahn ’09 and Ayrton Eldridge Rebecca Abelman ’10 and Bryan Ladowsky Dani Leifer ’09 and Ben Verstandiker Taryn Sobel ’10 and Gal Beeri Sharon Efrat and Assaf Danby ’07 Yakira Sarachik and Daniel Sher ’15 Hayley Winecier ’11 and Alex Wollan Berta Steinberg and Warren Steinberg ’08 Ilana Roth and Laurence Miller ’02 Romy Sacks ’12 and Joshua Tamir ’12 Simone Kipen and Jeff Wulfsohn ’08 Hannah Burnett and Nathan Guttmann ’13 Roni Froumine ’12 and Gilad Cohen ’12 Robyn Katz and Bernard Mel ’12 Lori Spilkin and Josh Heine ’12 Lauri Sacker ’91 and Joanna Wiesner ’94 Sarah Rubin and Brett Duzenman ’91 Ricki Sher ’12 and Daniel Shandler ’09 Erin Blashki ’12 and Sean Kozer Amy Sekler ’09 and Jason Cohen Cami Flink and Bradley Fetter ’03 Sherelle Pizmony ’14 and Asher Kark ’10 IN MEMORY Ephraim Aubor ’66 Peter Schlesinger ’69 Shoshana Chizik ’56 Harry Brooks ’65 Kitty Glat ’70 Vivien Adler ’70 Miriam Althaus ’58 Julie Efron ’79 Wayne Stauber ’77 Peter Pollak ’62 Boris Sherman ’98 Billy Burd ’83 Jarrod Layton ’88 Deborah Edwards ’63 Marie Hirsh (Life Councillor) Edwin Harari OAM ’64 Barbara Rabinov ’59 Sam Topper ’66 Margaret Toet ’71 Marc Besen AC (Life Councillor) Deepest condolences to the family of Tzvi Stanislavsky. A much loved and respected Hebrew and Jewish Studies teacher, Head of the Secondary Jewish Studies Department from 1973-1976, and a passionate Zionist. Sincere condolences to the family of Margaret Toet (née Lasky) ’71. Margaret taught for many years in the Primary School (as Margaret Lachman) in the 1970s and 80s, and is fondly remembered by colleagues and former students alike. KING’S BIRTHDAY HONOURS Alan Schwartz AO John Zalcberg AO Anton Block AM Rita Erlich AM ’65 Danielle Mazza AM Ruth Picker AM Shimon Allen z”l OAM Andy Halas OAM ’86 Lisa Kennett OAM ’82 Raoul Salter OAM ’78 Alex Waislitz OAM ’75 Mazal Tov to North Melbourne player Harry Sheezel ’22 on winning the AFL’s Rising Star Award and the AFL Players’ Association’s 2023 Best First Year Player Award. Congratulations to Ian Waller KC ’80 on his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Victoria. Dor le Dor – Generation to Generation Please continue to keep us informed by sending your news to kaleidoscope@scopus.vic.edu.au or call 9834 0046. Mount Scopus Memorial College Gandel Campus 245 Burwood Highway Burwood Victoria Australia 3125 www.scopus.vic.edu.au Telephone 9834 0000 Facsimile 9834 0001 Email kaleidoscope@scopus.vic.edu.au Editor: Vicki Davis B’Yachad and Gan Katan We were delighted to launch two new programs for young families this semester – Gan Katan and B’Yachad. Gan Katan is modelled on our popular toddler program Gan Gani, and offers a similar, but age modified experience for 1-2 year olds. Sessions are run by a qualified early childhood educator and offer time for free play, music and movement, and Kabbalat Shabbat. B’Yachad offers weekly sessions over six weeks, for parents to attend with children aged six weeks to six months. It includes time for facilitated play, time to socialise with other parents, and time for a specialist speaker on topics important to new parents, such as sleeping, feeding, and language development. To learn more, please visit: https:// www.scopus.vic.edu.au/learning-andlife/early-learning/elc-sessions The information in our Dor le Dor listing is compiled from notices placed in the Australian Jewish News, community newsletters and from personal notifications. Keep us up-to-date by emailing your news to kaleidoscope@scopus.vic.edu.au Kaleidoscope December 2023 Kislev 5784 Taryn and Ethan Gocs, Justine and Asher Machet, Rebecca Ivanyi and Leo Michail enjoy B’Yachad parents group Performing Arts 2024 Music Concerts 18 March, 9 September Oliver! 14-16 April Senior School Play 19-22 August Scopus Idol 16 September Middle School Play 19 November For tickets please call 9834 0000
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