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04/14/2021 03:07:39 PM
Julia Gross Alexander
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From our Education Director, Julia Gross Alexander:
Dear BHA Community,
Not quite three years ago, I was honored to be entrusted as the Education Director at BHA. I was excited to build on the foundation Ashley Baker created, and the work...Read more...
Hebrew Learning for Adults
02/02/2021 02:42:39 PM
Julia Gross Alexander
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Have you felt intimidated by the idea of reading in Hebrew? Education Director Julia and Cantor Ellen are offering individual coaching sessions for adult members of BHA! We will meet one-on-one, and guide you through the aleph-bet, give you some practice with reading, and...Read more...
Study your aleph-bet, because then you'll be able to do anything!
01/27/2021 11:39:36 AM
Ellen Gersh and Julia Gross Alexander
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Hebrew is the ancient language of the Jewish people, but by the time of the Talmud, it was no longer the common language of the people. When the Torah was written down, and when the prayer service was shaped, most people spoke Aramaic. Perhaps you, like our B-mitzvah students,...Read more...
Let's Go and Sing!
01/13/2021 11:27:56 AM
Julia Gross Alexander
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This Friday at 5:00, we will be having PAJAMA MINI MINYAN! Wear your pajamas, bring your stuffies and welcome the restful feelings of Shabbat! The link for Mini Minyan is http://bit.ly/BHAMiniMinyan
I am also inviting kids of all ages to...Read more...
Finding Anchors for Learning
11/10/2020 08:16:52 PM
Julia Gross Alexander
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Pirkei Avot 4:1 Ben Zoma said:Who is wise? He who learns from every man, as it is said: “From all who taught me have I gained understanding.” (Psalms 119:99).
We have spent the past month testing the waters of some new ways to learn at Masa. As much as I look forward to the time when we can all be together in our building, I am grateful we have had this chance to try some new things!
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Educate Youth According to Their Way
09/23/2020 10:28:01 AM
Julia Gross Alexander
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“Educate youth according to [their] way, and [they] will not depart from it when [they] grow old.” Proverbs 22:6
Welcome to this strange new year! By now, the children of members should have received an activity box for...Read more...
Summer Time!
06/09/2020 06:04:57 PM
Julia Gross Alexander
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We are moving into summer mode in Masa. In normal times, this would mean we aren’t having much programming. But this year, we will have some low-key programming for kids of different ages. Jonathan will be leading a Sunday morning service and discussion...Read more...
Making Transitions
06/02/2020 08:29:18 PM
Julia Gross Alexander
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Sometimes when I look at the news, I can’t help but feel as though the world is utterly broken. Climate devastation, pandemic, economic collapse, political polarization, and all of the violence enacted by systems of racism (as well as sexism, homophobia, antisemitism, ableism, classism…). It can feel hopeless.
But when I focus on teaching our children, I can believe with all of my heart that it is possible for us to heal the...Read more...
Shavuot
05/29/2020 04:47:07 PM
Julia Gross Alexander
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It’s Shavuot, the holiday celebrating receiving the Torah. I hope everyone has a chance to enjoy the holiday treat of their choice. This week, Jonathan’s class got the chance to make chocolate mousse, and Debbie’s class got an Israeli recipe for cheese...Read more...
Making Plans
05/22/2020 02:29:48 PM
Julia Gross Alexander
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Sometimes you just have to sit and take a few breaths and remind yourself that things don’t always work out the way we want them to. Last Sunday was one of those days, when a worldwide Zoom outage and problems with Google Meet meant we couldn’t...Read more...
Tue, April 22 2025
24 Nisan 5785
Celia Baczkowski, Education Director
Celia has been a member of the BHA community for ten years, and has served on the Board since 2017. She received her BA in Jewish Studies from the University of Judaism in CA, and her MA in Camp Administration and Leadership from Touro University in NV. Celia spent over 20 years as a Jewish summer camp professional in a variety of roles, and has extensive experience in administration, program and event planning, staff training and supervision. Additionally, she works as a substitute teacher in Cold Spring, and has a NYS TA certification. Celia lives in Cold Spring with her partner, daughter, two dogs, one cat, one leopard gecko, and twelve chickens.
Upcoming Masa Classes
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AprApril 23 , 2025Masa LASS Class - 5th Grade & Up
Wednesday, Apr 23rd 4:30p to 6:00p
This class is open to all Masa students in grades 5 & up, and required for B-Mitzvah students celebrating in the next 12-18 months. -
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AprApril 25 , 2025Masa Meet-Up: All Ages & Grades
Friday, Apr 25th 4:00p to 5:30p
Join your friends and classmates and get ready for an immersive Shabbat learning experience. -
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AprApril 27 , 2025Masa: Volunteer Day at Surprise Lake Camp
Sunday, Apr 27th 9:30a to 3:30p
Can we put in something about Volunteer Day at Surprise Lake Camp on 4/27? Whatever we wrote last year would probably work... Join Rabbi Justin, Masa students, and other BHA Community members for a day of service at Surprise Lake Camp. Tools & lunch are provided! Just bring a water bottle, sturdy shoes, and a sense of community and camaraderie! -
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AprApril 30 , 2025Masa LASS Class - 5th Grade & Up
Wednesday, Apr 30th 4:30p to 6:00p
This class is open to all Masa students in grades 5 & up, and required for B-Mitzvah students celebrating in the next 12-18 months. -
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MayMay 4 , 2025Masa: All Ages & Grades
Sunday, May 4th 9:30a to 12:00p
Masa is filled with Joyful Jewish experiences, including song, dance, art, food, field trips, and more! We utilize the Shalom Learning program, which includes a Values Curriculum and a Hebrew Curriculum.
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