by Rabbi Grossman | May 1, 2019 | Blog, Messages from the Head of School
Math is a priority at Akiva because it is important for our students to develop mathematical skill and reasoning that will benefit them throughout their lives. Over the past years, we have introduced new methodologies and techniques in the teaching of math. We now...
by Cindy Warren | Apr 16, 2019 | Blog, Messages from the Head of School
The festival of Passover is all about relationships. On Passover the Israelites ended their oppressive relationship with the Egyptians and entered into a new relationship with God. In a few days, Jews around the world will sit down to sedarim with family and friends,...
by Cindy Warren | Apr 11, 2019 | Blog, Messages from the Head of School
Since the dawn of humanity, most nations have lived their lives by the sun. Ancient peoples turned the sun into a god; they looked to the most powerful body in the sky—the source of light, warmth, and life itself—and worshipped it as a deity. Apollo, Athena, and...
by Rabbi Grossman | Mar 28, 2019 | Blog, Messages from the Head of School
The topic of this week’s Torah portion is the Tabernacle, the tent-shrine that served as the religious center of the Israelites throughout their wanderings in the desert and during their early years of settlement in the land of Canaan. In fact, the Tabernacle has...
by Cindy Warren | Mar 22, 2019 | Blog, My Jewish Journey
By Guest Blogger: Bonnie Levine, Akiva parent and Board MemberOver the last several years our family has rented a home in the Laurentians during the winter months. We relish our time together at this special little hideaway, spending quality time with our daughters,...
by Rabbi Grossman | Mar 21, 2019 | Blog, Messages from the Head of School
There are four mitzvot, four commandments that we are required to perform on Purim: Listening to the reading of the Megillah, partaking of a festive meal, sending gifts of food to friends, and giving alms to the poor. Though these requirements seem unrelated, there...