Page 6 - The Jewish Voice - November '21

Page 6, The Jewish Voice

Local Happenings from page 5

Men’s Club Kick-Off Event:

Fiddich and Farbreng

In an effort to create a sense of brotherhood in the com-
munity, the Jewish Community Synagogue kicked off ITS
first ever men’s club with Fiddich and Farbreng. With meat
and drinks, the men got together to talk and spend time to-
gether. When the cigars came out, fresh hot cookies were
paired to go with them and the men did what they do best:
shmoozed and had a great night.

Rosh Hashana on the Beach began with the Shana ocean, the services culminated with the Tashlich ceremony,
Tova Cocktail Hour. Participants enjoyed a wide array with wishes for a good, happy, and healthy sweet new year.
of individually packed sushi paired with fresh mojitos, On Yom Kippur, the moving melody of the Kol Nidrei
joyfully raising glasses to a healthy and happy new year was sung in unison as the Torah scrolls were carried out
ahead. The women lit the holiday candles. of the hand-carved wooden ark and held throughout the
The riveting evening service was led by Cantor Yoni prayer, followed by a stirring Yom Kippur sermon.
Katz, followed by an uplifting High Holidays sermon by Many people, who due to the Delta variant would
Rabbi Berel Namdar. otherwise not be able to safely attend in-person services,
During both morning services, participants joined in embraced the opportunity to pray for their loved ones at
uplifting prayer and heard the sounding of the shofar, the Yizkor memorial service in an outdoor experience,
overlooking the sparkling ocean waves.
Standing as a community at the shoreline of the vast Local Happenings on page 7

Oxbridge Academy on the Move

What does an acclaimed co-educational, independent newly appointed athletic director Stan Ross, also the
school – known for instilling values, building boys’ lacrosse coach. “Oxbridge paused the football
character, emphasizing diversity, and creating a program in 2018 with some safety concerns with some
curriculum suited for individual choice – do when of the games on the schedule and other reorganization
it reaches its 10-year milestone? In the case of decisions.” Ross adds. “COVID-19 delayed our plans
Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach it adds a a little, however we feel we are ready for the return of
middle school for grades seven and eight and brings football as a junior varsity sport next fall and varsity
back one of its signature athletic programs, football competition in the years to come.”
along with a return of its cheerleading team. The
Oxbridge Academy Middle School opened its doors The athletic program also includes baseball,
in August and football is set to return to campus in basketball, cross-country, equestrian, golf, lacrosse,
the fall of 2022. sailing, soccer, softball, swimming, track & field,
tennis, girls volleyball, and girls flag football. Over
“When we began planning for our 10-year anniversary the years, many Oxbridge student-athletes have
and identified ways to build on our strong foundation, received scholarships to play at the next level in
a middle school and bringing back our football college.
program were a big part of the conversation,”
explained Oxbridge Head of School Ralph Maurer. Academically, Oxbridge boasts an average class
The school’s 10-year milestone also coincided with size of 14, a 9:1 student/faculty ratio, and a faculty
several other important factors: more families moving of which 77% have advanced degrees, including
into the area and an increasing demand for private 13% with doctorates. Oxbridge is also proud of its
school education. The timing is right, and so is the unique, signature programs: Artificial Intelligence
mission. (AI), Aviation, Cambridge (England) Scholars, and
Independent Research. The school’s Model U.N. and
“Adding middle school grades means preparing debate teams and its theater students consistently
students at a younger age to be world citizens receive statewide awards and recognition. The
and future leaders who are caring, confident, number of extra-curricular options grows as students
compassionate, critical thinkers,” Maurer continues. are encouraged to bring new ideas for clubs. Oxbridge
“It gives younger students from all walks of life the also emphasizes community service, which includes
opportunity to benefit from a culture that nurtures tutoring students, clothing and toy drives, and beach
and instills values such as integrity, honesty, respect, clean ups.
and gratitude. It will help them develop character and
discover their passions at an earlier age and prepare It’s your turn to discover Oxbridge.
them for a seamless transition to our high school.”
For more information about Oxbridge Academy,
Chabad of Singer Island Hosts “Bringing back our football program adds another e-mail admission@oapb.org or call (561) 972-9826.

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