Gala Journal 2016

HEBREW ACADEMY 69TH ANNUAL LIGHTTHE Path GALA PRESENTS OUNDS OFHEBREW ACADEMYDECEMBER 11, 2016 | 11 KISLEV 5777

RMazal Tov to all of tonight’s honorees, Mr. Simon Falic Light the Path to Legacy Award Mrs. Jeannette Kamhazi Light the Path to Action Award Mr. Shlomo Krivinsky Light the Path to Education Award And in honor of our beloved children and grandchildren, Jacob, Jonah and Emma Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Joey and Lindsay Schottenstein

RASGRASGRASGRAGREATER MIAMI HEBREW ACADEMY The first Hebrew Academy Warrior was our founder, Rabbi Alexander Sender Gross z”l. In 1947, Rabbi Gross had a vision of creating the first Modern Orthodox, Dati Zioni, Jewish Day School south of Baltimore. Rabbi Gross developed Hebrew Academy from just a few tiny classrooms into the pillar of the community the school has now become.Rabbi Alexander S. Gross z”lOur Head of School, Rabbi Zvi Kahn, continuesto move the vision of Rabbi Gross forward intothe future insisting on the incorporation of thebest teaching practices, innovative curriculum,the use of technology and blended learning inall subject areas, the provision of differentiatedinstruction, inspirational experiences, and thepersonalized care and concern for each student. Rabbi Zvi Kahn

In Memory of Mr. & Mrs Sami and Charlotte Rohr z”lwhose passing is still felt in the Jewish Community of South Florida and far beyond. By Their Children:Dr. Shmuel and Evelyn Katz George and Pamela RohrMoises and Lillian Tabacinic Who continue to support thesoldiers of Israel who are an integral part of protecting our freedom.



Board of Director 2016-2017s OFFICERS Jennifer Dobin, Esq. Evelyn Katz President Leah Klein, Esq. Chairman of the Board of Directors Marjan Katz Associate Chairman of the Board of Directors Robert Danial General Development Chair Shmuel Katz, M.D. Senior Vice-President Lillian Tabacinic Senior Vice-President Mark Herskowitz, Esq. Senior Vice-President Miriam Hoffman, Esq. Treasurer Dovie Spitz General Secretary Elaine Brauner Dobin Financial Secretary Steven Ebner, Esq. Vice-President Chanie Gottlieb Vice-President Jeffrey Rynor, Esq. Vice-President Iris Herssein, Esq. Vice-President Daniel Sragowicz Vice-President Ari Ciment, M.D. Assistant Vice-President Assistant Vice-President BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dori Shwirtz Sarah Zohar Miriam Abrahams Jeremy Goldstein Gail Harris Tila Falic Levi Elisha Rothman Keith Trauner Erica Rutner Zisquit, Esq. Jack Burstein Jean Kim Lehmann, PTSA President

MrMs.r.JSeiamnonnetFtealKicamhazi Our HonoreesLighLtigthet tPhaethPatothAtoctiLoengAawcyard Simon Falic was born on August 11, 1960, in Caracas, Venezuela. His parents Nily and Fima (Z”L) had recently moved to Caracas from Israel to work and start a family, after which they immediately decided to relocate to the United States and settled in Miami Beach, Florida. Simon has two brothers, Jerome and Shahi, all of whom attended the Hebrew Academy. Simon then went on to study accounting at the University of Miami where he met his wife, Jana. After marrying they began their family, having Tila, Lisa, Shena, and Shmulik. Simon and Jana raised their family right here in Miami Beach, instilling in their kids a strong love of Israel, Torah, and Am Israel. Their daughters are married to Moshe, Gabriel, and Eli who all live in Bal Harbour with their families, and their son, Shmulik, is home attending the University of Miami after bravely serving as a Paratrooper in the IDF. As a family they are very active in many organizations that support the State of Israel: WIZO, FIDF, Ateret Kohanim, and various Jewish towns across Yehuda and Shomron. Locally they support our community through the Kosher Food Bank, Chai Lifeline, The Shul, Aleph Institute, and many other Jewish day schools and institutions. One of Simon’s greatest joys is being able to participate in a myriad of other charitable works across the globe. Simon and Jana are very dedicated to their family, especially their 12 grandchildren Danelle, Yona, Joseph, Rachel, Zion, Nathan, Alexandra, Racheli, Benjamin, Eliana, Eitan and Rebecca. The whole Falic family spends their holidays and vacations in their home in Jerusalem where Simon and Jana also host many dignitaries from all over the world. They are very passionate and focused on sharing the beauty of our homeland with everyone who visits Israel. They also take great pleasure being involved in bringing students from South Florida to Israel so that they may have an impactful and memorable trip and eventually become advocates for our one and only Jewish State. Simon loves to play the accordion for his family, watch football, and travel. He works alongside both of his brothers serving as the Chief Operating Officer and Chairman of Duty-Free Americas, Inc., which has stores across the globe, and is a co-owner and serves as the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Falic Group.

Our Honorees Mr. Shlomo Krivinsky Light the Path to Education Shlomo (Shlomik) Krivinsky was born in Israel in 1946. A third generation Israeli, Shlomik grew up in a quaint village between Haifa and Tel Aviv. During his childhood, there were no electronic instruments in Israel, and so the accordion was the most popular musical instrument to accompany singing and dancing. Thus, while in high school, Shlomik was highly sought after to play his accordion at different cultural events throughout Israel. For his military service, Shlomik served in the entertainment branch, and with the military band, he played some of the most popular songs of the day. During the Six Day War, he was sent to the Sinai with his band to play for the soldiers when there were lulls in the fighting. Upon completing his army service, Shlomik attended the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, where he received a B.A. in Music Education and a Master’s Degree in Art Education. When he graduated, he continued teaching music in his village and in Netanya. In 1974, Shlomik was sent as an emissary by the Zionist Agency for three years to teach music at a Jewish day school in Johannesburg, South Africa. In 1988, he served again as an emissary for the Jewish Agency, teaching music in Jewish day schools throughout the United States. Shlomik taught at Solomon Schechter in New York, Yavne in Ohio, and Beit Yeshurun in Texas before joining the Hebrew Academy faculty ten years ago, where he works in the Early Childhood and Elementary School. He is licensed to teach in Israel, Texas, and Florida. Shlomik has been married for 43 years to Ariela, a teacher at Temple Beth Emet in Cooper City. They used to have a restaurant together where Ariela was the chef and Shlomik would entertain the customers with his accordion. They have four children and one grandchild, all of whom live in Orlando.

MrMs.rJse. JaenannentteettKeaKmahmahzai zi Our HonoreesLighLtigthet tPhaethPatothAtoctiAocntiAown ard Jeannette Kamhazi came from a family of five. She was the only girl with two brothers and was the middle child. She was raised in the city of Maracaibo, Venezuela. Jeannette’s family was the only kosher home and was open to all visitors. Everyone traveling through Maracaibo from any of the nearby cities knew that they were welcome to visit, spend Shabbat, or just have a good kosher meal. The table was always set for guests. Her father made sure there was a minyan and her mother started the first mikvah. To this day Jeannette always sets the table for Shabbat guests. Alberto and Jeannette came to Miami in 2001 with Shlomo, Amram, and Mery. And then a little later, Joel was born in Miami, Florida. The first thing they did was search for a school that would teach the values they deemed important. They chose Hebrew Academy because of its solid Jewish education and excellent secular English studies. Jeannette and Alberto were also happy with the midot the school taught and wanted their children to be with families and students that had the same values as their own! Jeannette has always been involved with Hebrew Academy. She is always ready to lend a hand when help is needed. Jeannette has been particularly involved in Hebrew Academy’s Annual Event for several years, making sure it is a success! Watching Jeannette’s involvement in the school has made her a role model not just for her children, but also for the whole community. Jeannette was reluctant to accept this honor because she prefers to volunteer without fanfare. However, it is a pleasure to see her being recognized for all her hard work and efforts.

In honor of a fantastic music teacher & ruach maker, Mr. Shlomo Krivinsky Light the Path to Education Award Our students enjoy unparalleled love for music because you are their teacher. Much joy, laughter and ruach are the trademarks of your Shabbat Assemblies and anytime and anywhere music is heard during the school year.

May you continue to inspire our students to reach greater heights and love their heritage. Congratulations! Evelyn and Dr. Shmuel Katz JJ, Chantal and Elizabeth Katz Nicole, Jordan, Charlotte, Julian and Lia Kavana

Administration Rabbi Zvi Kahn Rabbi Avi Bossewitch Ami Eskanos Amy Somek Head of School Dean of Academic Affairs Dean of Admissions Director of Development Raquel Sultan Debra Hamburg Andrea Lucero Dr. Dara Lieber Early Childhood Director Elementary School Principal Middle School Principal High School Assistant Principal Rabbi Aharon Assaraf Rachel Leubitz Rachel Weinberger High School Assistant Academic Enhancement Director of Operations/ Principal Program Coordinator Business/HR

A message from The PresidentDear Hebrew Academy Community:On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you for supporting our Annual Lightthe Path Gala and its Journal, the proceeds of which fund the education of ourstudents.As a board member and as a parent of one Hebrew Academy graduate and twocurrent students, I can assure you that the education taking place in our school isnot only within a rigorous and impressive double curriculum of secular and Judaic subjects. The studentsare learning life lessons and are encountering and tackling important topics and issues with far reachingbenefits for their futures as, we hope, productive members of the Jewish community and the world atlarge. For this, we thank our fantastic administrators, teachers, and our most dedicated donors, all ofwhom ensure that our students are given the best opportunities to succeed.On the occasion of the 2016 Light the Path Gala, we are fortunate to honor three outstanding individuals.Mrs. Jeannette Kamhazi, our Light the Path to Action Award recipient, is an incredible asset to our school.The students of Hebrew Academy have benefitted from Jeannette’s unyielding dedication to her fourchildren, as her love and generosity has extended to the entire student body. Jeannette identifies andsponsors events and has planned and given graciously to our Gala for many years. Jeannette’s elegantand softspoken touch is her signature, and we are so happy to be honoring her.Mr. Simon Falic, our Alumni Spotlight and Light the Path to Legacy Award recipient, epitomizes theconcept of “legacy.” A product of the Hebrew Academy, Simon has devoted his efforts and resources toenhancing and enriching the experiences of our students in countless ways, with a special emphasis onIsrael education. Now with several of his grandchildren as Hebrew Academy students, we are fortunate tohave Simon’s children join him and his wife, Jana, as they carry out this important work on behalf of theirfamily for the benefit of our students.Mr. Shlomo Krivinsky, our Light the Path to Education Award recipient, is responsible for many of the“Sounds” of Hebrew Academy. “Mr. Shlomi” and his accordion brighten the lives of our students, bringingextra energy and joy to the school day. Shlomi’s love of music and Israel are just two of the many thingshe shares with our kids, and we are grateful for his continued dedication to Hebrew Academy.I thank you for joining us in honoring these three exemplary people.Thank you to the Event Committee and Journal Chairs for the 69th Annual Light the Path Gala, as well asto our Development office, for the tremendous effort culminating in a special evening and publication forour school. Thank you also to the members of the Hebrew Academy Board of Directors for their hardwork and commitment to our school.Thank you again to our three esteemed honorees for inspiring all of us to continue our work on behalf ofHebrew Academy. And thank you to the Hebrew Academy community for making our school an importantpart of your lives.Jennifer DobinPresident, Board of Directors

We salute Jeannette Kamhazi Shlomo Krivinsky and Simon Falicfor inspiring Jewish leadership.

May you all continuefrom strength to greater strength in service. With love and gratitude, The Danial Family

Our Faculty Aboff, Teresita Friedman, Lynn Melnick, Lindsey Szafranski, Elana Abramov, Sigalit Garber, Russell Mizrahi, Esther Tomadakis, Anna Acuna, Maria Gindi, Suzanne Moyal, Anat Twito, Oshrat Adams, Jeremy Gluzman, Galina Nagler, Abigail Vaquedano, Junior Amar, Rebecca Goldring, Tammy Nahon, Caroline Waisfeld, Jessica Armoza, Vivian Goldstein, Ayelet Neufeld, Judy Weberman, Avi Aronovski, Esther Gonzalez, Javier Ney, Rabbi Jeff Weil, Bat Chen Assaraf, Rabbi Aharon Guinon, Miriam Nisanov, Aliza Weil, Netanel Asseraf, Marielle Hamburg, Debra Ohana, Jennifer Weinberger, Rachel Azoulay, Mazal Handler, Rachel Pacheco, Jennisa Wolfson, Elisa Baumgarten, Martha Handwerger, Leah Pastoriza, Sara Yanco, Veronica Bensimon, Genie Harris, Leslie Pereira, Salvador Yarchi, Yaara Benzaquen, Rachel Hochner, Rabbi Elias Perez, Antonio Zack, Eve Berman, Sarah Holand, Elena Perez, Maria Zuckerman Weiss, Amy Berman, Scott Ichak, Nirit Prieto, Rosaura Bernstein, Sandy Innes, Charles Rabhan, Yael Bicky, Rachel Izaguirre, Stephen Rabovsky, Rabbi Noach Bishop, Christopher Jackson, Raquel Rabovsky, Reena Bocio, Edwin Jamil, Liat Reiz, Norma Bossewitch, Rabbi Avi Janof, Donna Richmond, Chani Bouhnik, Lea Kahn, Rabbi Zvi Rodriguez, Paula Carson, Tyler Kahn, Sara Beth Roffman, Jennifer Citron, Chana Katzman, Glenn Rose, Beverly Cohen, Nurit Kravetz, Meirav Rosenberg, Nurit Cohn, Chaya Krivinsky, Shlomo Rotenberg, Meryl Cohn, Rabbi Dovid Kuczynski, Lawrence Rugarcia, Alyssa Constantine, Ingrid Kurtzer, Diana Salver, Perla Cooper, Dan Labovich, Cloudin Sava, Susan Curley, John Laine, Peretz Schapiro, Tirtza Davis, Gail Landesman, Beth Scharf, Shoshana Dessources, Jocelyn Lebovich, Kfir Schochet, Batsheva Di Zio, Gianpaolo Leubitz, Rachel Schochet, Kayla Dierivot, Ernelio Levy, Laetitia Schurz, Judy Donnelly, Kathleen Lieber, Dara Segall, Nicole Enis, Sue London, Susan Sher, Tova Erickson, Mallory Lopez, Marie Simauchi, Maritza Eskanos, Ami Lucero, Andrea Somek, Amy Eson, Kathy Marcus, Laurie Sotomayor, Anabella Folk, Daniella Matla, Grant Sultan, Raquel

A message from Our Head of School The theme of this year’s Annual Event is “The Sounds of Hebrew Academy.” I find this to be a most fitting theme as I have always thought that our school is very similar to an orchestra. Just as an orchestra has numerous sections: string, brass, woodwinds, and percussion, that work together to produce beautiful music, so, too, Hebrew Academy has several groups: parents, lay leaders, administrators, teachers, and students, who work together to create a special environment for learning and growing. “The Sounds of Hebrew Academy” also brings to mind the wonderful sounds that one hears at the school on a daily basis: children reciting prayers during Tefilah, teachers reading stories to eager listeners, students working together on challenging math problems and discussing innovative science experiments, laughter at recess and during lunch, singing at choir and during Shabbat assemblies, and the list goes on and on. Visiting Hebrew Academy is truly a delightful aural as well as visual experience. Each one of our honorees tonight has played, and continues to play, a vital role in supporting the school and helping us all keep the “Sounds of Hebrew Academy” strong, clear, and proud. We salute their commitment and express our sincere gratitude for their dedication and devotion. Rabbi Zvi Kahn

In honor of our dear friend, Mrs. Jeannette Kamhazi Light the Path to Action Award How blessed we are to have yourBOUNDLESS DEDICATION and SUPPORTfor the Hebrew Academy and its students.

Congratulations! May God grant you and your family much good health and continued strength to do more good in this world. With deep appreciation! Evelyn and Dr. Shmuel Katz JJ, Chantal and Elizabeth KatzNicole, Jordan, Charlotte, Julian and Lia Kavana

Our Chairs MrTsi.laJeFaalinc nLeevtitEevenKt Caommmitte-e Chair LigTilhatFatlhiceLePviawtahs btoornAacndtioranised in Miami Beach. She is the proud daughter of Jana and Simon (who is a Hebrew Academy Alum) and grandaughter of Nily and Fima Z”l and Pola and Boris Z”l. Tila is married to Moshe Levi and has 5 children: Danelle Alexandra (7th grade), Joseph Nathanel (4th grade), Zion Ariel (1st grade), Eliana Rochelle and Eitan Haim. She is an active member of our Board of Directors and is very committed to our school. She is the founder of our Shuval 10th Grade Israel trip since 2012 which is sponsored by the Falic Family Foundation. Tila is also active in other local institutions such as Chai Lifeline, WIZO, FIDF, NCSY, Kosher Food Bank and is very passionate in her support for the State of Israel. MrDs.orJi eSahwninrtez tEtveent Kam-Committee Chair LigDohrti isthmeomPtao tfhourtoHebArcewtioAcnademy kids: Ella (7th), Leo (5th), Addie (2nd) and Henry (Nursery 4). Along with her husband Joe, they moved to Miami from New York 2.5 years ago. This is her second year volunteering on the Dinner Committee. Dori is currently the South Florida Campaign Director of the OR Movement. She serves on the Boards of Hebrew Academy and WIZO’s Zorahat as Communications Director in her support for the State of Israel. Diana Sragowicz Event Committee Chair Diana Sragowicz was born in Miami but has lived in Colombia, France and Israel and speaks 7 languages including Pig Latin. Diana lives and breathes Hebrew Academy. Her husband Dani went there (class of 1998), her kids Ariela (6th grade), Benji (4th grade), Avi (2nd grade), Yakov (Kindergarten) and Sami (N3) go there, and Diana even taught there. When she is not roaming the halls of the Hebrew Academy pursuing projects that will help make Hebrew Academy Great Again, she can be found working as WIZO Florida’s Young Leadership Chair. Diana is grateful and honored for the opportunity to co-chair the Hebrew Academy’s 69th annual Light the Path Gala.

MrEsm. Jiley aEbnnneer tJotuernalKChaairm- Our Chairs LigEhmtilythEbenePr aantdhhetor huAscbatniod,nSteven, have been proud members of the Hebrew Academy community since 2004. They have three children, all of whom attend Hebrew Academy -- Samantha (9th grade), Owen (6th grade), and Elizabeth (4th grade). For the past few years, Emily has enjoyed working as part of the Annual Event’s Journal Committee.MrMs.irJiaemanHnofefmttaen Kam-Journal Chair LigI hhatvethbeeenPaaptahrt toof thAecHteiobrnew Academy for approximately...well, since forever. My husband Daniel and I now are the proud parents of four HA kiddies – Jake (4th Grade), Abby (3rd Grade), Ben (1st Grade), and Sol (Diapers). Thanks to everyone who helped to produce this year’s Annual Event, and especially to my Journal compatriots!MrHs.illJaeryaHnonllaenttdeJouKrnaal Cmhair- LigHhilltartyh&eJuPdaahthHotlloandAacretiosencond year parents at Hebrew Academy. They are the parents to Zohar (first grade) and Remiel (age 1). Thank you to all of my journal co-chairs and to everyone involved in coordinating the Gala. Congratulations to all of the honorees!MrEsr.icJaeKaanhnneJtoutrenal CKhaair m- Erica Kahn and her husband, Sonny, have been proud and longtime members of Hebrew Academy. They have five children, Elliot, Joshua, Naomi, Rachel, and Avigail,. For the past few years, Erica has enjoyed working as part of the Annual Event’s Journal Committee.

We are proud to join in honoring and are delighted to congratulate Jeannette Kamhazi Light the Path to Action AwardeeIt takes someone special to use their passion andignite a similar spark in others. Your enthusiasmis infectious, your commitment is admirable, and your actions are noteworthy.

Jeannette, you set the bar as a lay leader and you exemplify what it means to be part of Hebrew Academy’s future. May Hashemcontinue to bless you and your family, and giveyou health and koach to continue all the goodwork that you do. May you go from strength to strength and receive much hatzlacha and bracha! With admiration, respect, and love, Moises and Lillian Tabacinic and Family



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Simon, We all know how much you love Hebrew Academy and we are so excited to see youplay the accordion while you receive the much deserved “Alumni Spotlight”. You are a true example of a leader for our family and for all of Am Israel.

Love, The Falic Family Nily, Jana, Debbie, Jerome, Shahi, Gila, Tila,Moshe, Lisa, Gabriel, Shena, Eli, Jennie, Elliot,Dov, Raquel, Joseph, Lea, Miro, Nily, Shmulik, Rachel, Riny, Danelle, Yona, Joseph, Rachel, Zion, Nathan, Aly, Racheli, Fima, Benjamin, Eliana, Eitan, Jacob, and Rebecca

In Honor Of Mr. Shlomo KrivinskyLight the Path to Education Award Mrs. Jeannette Kamhazi Light the Path to Action Award Mr. Simon Falic Light the Path to Legacy

Thank you for your warm leadership, keeninsight, wisdom, and great sense of humor. Mazal Tov! With much admiration

Past Honorees 68th Annual Gala (2015) Dr. Allan Jacob – Light the Path to Action Award Rabbi Eliot Pearlson - Light the Path to Legacy Award Mr. Charles Innes - Light the Path to Education Award 67th Annual Gala (2014) Leah Klein – Keter Tzedakah Award Donna Janof – Commitment to Excellence Award Judy Neufeld – Excellence in Education Award Andrea Lucero – Excellence in Education Award Alumni Soldiers Spotlight Award: Dana Adler, Dr. Michael Benhamu, Annael Fleischer Brown, Sandy Cohen, Samuel Falic, Davide Fox, Michael Freund, Ezra Goldberg, Sam Grundwerg, Ari Nahon, David Lee Raskind 66th Annual Gala (2013) Ron Dermer, Ambassador of Israel to the United States – Alumni Spotlight Award & Keynote Speaker Ray Breslin – Community Service Award Mark Herskowitz – Keter Tzedakah Award Raquel Benzaquen – Excellence in Education Award Jennifer Ohana – Excellence in Education Award Our Gymnasium Founders’ Club Members: Robert and Mojdeh Danial, Falic Family, Russell and Ronalee Galbut, Dr. Shmuel and Evelyn Katz, Burton and Marjan Katz, Joel and Tamara, z”l, Meyerson, Moises and Lillian Tabacinic, Crescent Heights 65th Annual Gala (2013) Brett Ratner – Alumni Spotlight Award Jeffrey and Kayla Rynor – Keter Tzedakah Award Sandy Bernstein – Commitment to Excellence Award Lindsey Melnick – Excellence in Education Award

64th Annual Gala (2012) Past HonoreesRochelle Malek – Eshet Chayil AwardSenator Marco Rubio – Community Service AwardTamara Fox-Meyerson, z”l – Alumni Spotlight AwardGail Davis – Excellence in Education AwardDiana Kurtzer – Commitment to Excellence AwardNorma Reiz – Commitment to Excellence Award 63rd Annual Gala (2011)Robert and Mojdeh DanialHon. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen – Community Service AwardRobert Diener – Alumni Spotlight AwardLaurie Mitrani – Excellence in Education AwardRachel Reinberg – Keter Tzedakah AwardAntonio Perez – Commitment to Excellence Award 62nd Annual Gala (2010)Shimon and Janet ShawJeremy Goldstein – Keter Tzedakah Award“Morah Ettie” Esther Aronovski – Excellence in Education AwardMiami Beach Commissioner Ed Tobin – Alumni Spotlight /Community Service Award 61st Annual Gala (2009)Bessie Galbut, z”lRussell and Ronalee GalbutMark and Barbara HerskowitzBatsheva Schochet – Excellence in Education Award

Past Honorees 60th Annual Gala (2008) Professor William and Bernice Schwartz – In honor of the establishment of the William and Bernice Schwartz Endowment Fund Dr. Baruch and Robin Jacobs Dr. Shmuel and Evelyn Katz John Morse – Excellence in Education Award 59th Annual Gala (2007) Marc and Elaine Birnbaum Perry and Sharon Ciment Mauricio and Vivian Gluck Dr. Lawrence and Gale Grobman Terence and Erma Speyer Arthur and Sandra Spolter Dr. Joseph and Lily Rosenblatt Henry and Linda Zabielinsky Elena Holand – Excellence in Education Award Chana Alfie-Joffe – Excellence in Education Award 58th Annual Gala (2006) Oscar Feldenkreis Fanny Hanono Shirley Schiff – Lifetime Education Award Andrew Resnick – Young Leadership Award Adina Ciment – Excellence in Education Award 57th Annual Gala (2004) Ariel and Lily Furst – Keter Shem Tov Award Adrian and Deborah Muller – Leadership Award Ellen Averbook – Excellence in Education Award Rabbi David Shapiro – Excellence in Education Award The Life of Peter B. Wertheim, z”l

Benveniste, Tami and Dr. Jared Goldstein, Lisette and Jeremy Olemberg, Jennifer and RobertoBerger, David Gottlieb , Chanie and Shmuli Pearlson, Judy and Rabbi EliotBrandon, Madeline and Todd Groisman, Lisa and Gabriel Rosenblatt, Susan and StanleyBudwick, Sharon and Michael Hanono, Fanny and Ken Rothman, Kellie and ElishaBurstein, Glida and Jack Hoffman, Lydia and Charles Rynor, Kayla and JeffreyCahane, Riva and Chaim Hoffman, Miriam and Daniel Schwartz, Bernice and Professor WilliamCiment, Elissa and Dr. Ari Jacobs, Robin and Dr. Baruch Shaller, Nelson Shapiro, Dinie and RyanDanial, Moj and Robert Kahn, Erica and Sonny Shapiro, Rivka and Dr. ArthurDel Giglio, Annete and Ricardo Kamhazi, Jeannette and Alberto Simkins, Serena and LeonDiener, Michelle and Bob Katz, Evelyn and Dr. Shmuel Spitz, Tracy and DovieDobin, Jennifer and Joshua Katz, Marjan and Burton Sragowicz, Diana and DanielEbner, Emily and Steven Katz, Michael Tabacinic, Lillian and MoisesElharar, Orgalite and Jacob Kessous, Dr. Ronit Trauner, Sara and KeithEsformes, Sherri and Philip Klein, Leah and Zvi Waldman, Robin and RobertFalic, Jana and Simon (Family Foundation) Kopel, Gabriela and Israel Zarco, RobertFeldenkreis, Ellen and Oscar Lehmann, Jean and Marc Zisquit, Erica Rutner and JustinFox-Cohen, Dr. Rebecca and Dr. Susan Levi, Tila and Moshe Goldfarb, Sabrina and Ighal(Management & Computer Assests) Lombardi, Shari and David Goldfarb, Sandy and DiegoFurst, Lily and Ariel Mirmelli, Phyllis and Philip Schiff, Risa and JeffreyGalbut, Ronalee and Russell (Crescent Heights) Mitrani, Laurie and IsaacGertel, Reva and Harvey Olemberg, Isaac

We are proud to join in honoring and are delighted to congratulate, Simon Falic Alumni SpotlightYour dedication and commitment to Klal Israeland Medinat Israel has always inspired us - youare most deserving of this special recognition.

May you continue to enhance all of our lives withyour insight, values, and most heartfelt love, and continue to lead and inspire all those aroundyou. And may Hashem continue to bless you and your family, give you parnassah and hatzlacha, health and koach to continue all the good work that you do! With deep admiration, respect, and love, Moises and Lillian Tabacinic and Family

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Hebrew Academy is notably diverse and eclectic. Our students have a wide array of personalinterests and often comment that Hebrew Academy is a place where they can be themselves.Our families come from all walks of life and from many countries around the world. Togetherthey create a community that is warm, open minded, inclusive, and a reflection of the SouthFlorida Jewish population. Since our population is so diverse, we accommodate various levels ofreligious observance within our Modern Orthodox, college and yeshiva preparatory curriculum.Everyone who is Jewish according to the standards of the Rabbinic Council of America iswelcome to apply for enrollment.

Mazel Tov to Jeannette Kamhazi Shlomo Krivinsky Simon FalicYour dedication to the Hebrew Academy is an inspiration to us all. Thank you for your unwavering support for our wonderful school. Jean & Marc Lehmann

Hebrew Academy continues to be at the forefront of 21st Century, modern schooling withan outstanding curriculum that aims to engage, inspire, and equip each and every studentfor the world of today and beyond. Students learn vital 21st Century skills and fluencies asthey become critical thinkers, collaborators, creators, and innovators. Through its strongaffiliations and partnerships with top curriculum developers in both General and JudaicStudies, Hebrew Academy ensures the highest caliber academic programming. As technologyhas become ubiquitous in today’s rapidly evolving landscape, Hebrew Academy continues toembed technology across all learning environments as a robust tool to maximize, as well aspersonalize, student learning.

Moises and Lillian salute the Hebrew Academy in honor of Rabbi Kahn and his dedicated administration and educational staff, the hard working business office, the strong leadership of the Executive Board,and the formidable commitment of the BoardMembers. Wishing you continued success. May you go from strength to strength. Moises and Lillian Tabacinic

In honor of our dear friend, Mr. Simon Falic Light the Path to LegacyYour innumerable altruistic actions impact our world and make it a better place for all.

May your hard work and magnanimous giving continue to have such game changing results for your alma mater theRASG Hebrew Academy and the multitudeof organizations and people benefiting from your involvement with them. With deep appreciation, Evelyn and Dr. Shmuel Katz JJ, Chantal and Elizabeth Katz Nicole, Jordan, Charlotte, Julian and Lia Kavana

@neelsvisser@kenviss P R O U D LY S U P P O R T S T H E 69TH ANNUAL LIGHT THE PATH GALA

HEBREW ACADEMY Early Childhood EducationOur Early Childhood Department offers programs forchildren from six weeks of age through Pre Kindergarten in arich, stimulating and nurturing environment that encouragesimagination, promotes creativity, and enhances aestheticdevelopment. With an understanding and appreciation ofthe uniqueness of every child, students are able to developat their own pace. Our youngest Warriors learn to walk, talk,build memory and critical thinking skills, and interact withand understand the world around them through explorationand socialization.Our STREAM approach to learning is interdisciplinary andthematic. STREAM integrates Science, Technology, Reading,Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics into a cohesive learningmodel based on real-world applications. Our teachersplan their lessons, integrating these six disciplines andtie it together to our Judaic, Ivrit and Zionistic programs.Supported by developmentally appropriate curriculum, ourteachers carefully look at intent, process, and purpose asthey put these pieces together to better build coherent andmeaningful lessons that our little Warriors enjoy.

Papi, you have always taught us by example and led us in the ways of the Torah and Jewishvalues. We admire you for all that you do for our family and for Am Israel. We hope to follow in your footsteps and make you as proud of us, aswe are of you. Thank you for everything that you do for us and our families.

Your unconditional love and dedication is something that we feel all day every day. We are lucky to have been born to such anamazing father who gave us the perfect mother! Love you always and forever, Tila, Lisa, Shena, and Shmulik

Kol Hakavod to Shlomo Krivinsky Light the Path to Education Awardee With your accordion, your daily kindness and your friendly disposition, you nurture and encourage and are a true role model to thefortunate children of THE HEBREW ACADEMY. May you continue to inspire all those around you, go from strength to strength and receive much hatzlacha and bracha! Moises and Lillian Tabacinic and Family

IN LOVING MEMORY OF SAVTA Rachel Liba Katz, OBM Savta was a leader in Tikun Olam. Not only did she make this world a better place to live in, but she taught all who would listen how to do so. A true definition of an exemplary role model and an inspiration to us all. May herNeshama always be ascending and may her memory bea blessing to all who were lucky enough to know her.She will be deeply missed. Moises and Lillian Tabacinic and Family

A Special Thank You to our spectacular Event Committee Chairs Tila and Moshe Levi, Dori and Joseph Shwirtz, Diana and Daniel Sragowicz and Journal Chairs Emily and Steven Ebner, Miriam and Daniel Hoffman, Hillary and Judah Holland, Erica and Sonny Kahn and to the entire Event Committee, for their consistent efforts, for their loyalty and dedication, and for their involvement and inspiration. A special shout out to Amy Somek and Rachel Bickyfor their ceaseless efforts, for their commitment and for their creative contributions! Your efforts are greatly appreciated. Lillian and Moises Tabacinic and Family