Change of Plans: NO Masa on Sunday
03/13/2020 05:53:05 PM
So as always, we plan and God laughs.
Contrary to what I shared earlier, we will NOT be having Masa outside this Sunday, per a countyRead more...
Purim Carnival
03/10/2020 10:49:35 PM
Chag Purim Sameach!
I’m writing this post on Purim, just a few days after the Purim Carnival FUN-raiser. I am glad that so many families were able to join us to celebrate and to raise money for BHA educational programs!
Some of our Friday students...Read more...
Clarification Regarding Incorrect Information
03/09/2020 07:43:34 PM
We sent out some inaccurate information earlier today, for which I sincerely apologize.
There have not been any confirmed cases of Read more...
Are You Ready for the Carnival?
03/03/2020 11:09:20 PM
We continued our exploration of mitzvot and Purim last Sunday at Masa. The children discussed the four mitzvot of Purim--reading and hearing the megillah, having a party, giving gifts of food to our friends, and giving gifts to the poor. Our older...Read more...
Mitzvot and Purim
02/25/2020 10:48:49 PM
The son of Azzai says, “Run to do a simple mitzvah, and run away from sin. Because doing a mitzvah leads to more mitzvot, and performing sin leads to more sin. Because the reward for a mitzvah is another mitzvah, and the reward for sin is another sin.”
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Info About the Purim Carnival
02/18/2020 11:56:38 PM
I hope you all enjoyed your weekend off!
Purim is coming up soon, and the Purim carnival is coming up even sooner! The Carnival will be on Sunday, March 8. I hope that all of our families can join us for this FUN-raiser for BHA’s educational...Read more...
A Snowy Tu B'Shevat
02/11/2020 01:27:54 PM
We woke up to snow on Sunday and Monday this week, but spring is on its way. This Sunday, we spent time celebrating Tu B’Shevat, the birthday of the trees. We imagined the experiences of trees, and spent time being grateful for all of the things...Read more...
Art, Conversation, and Deep Learning
02/04/2020 10:41:11 PM
In spite of the blustery weather and the forecast for snow and freezing rain this week, the first of the Jewish spring holidays is nearly here! Our students spent some time learning about the birthday of the trees, and some of the...Read more...
It's not up to you... But you have to do your part
01/28/2020 01:19:46 PM
It’s not up to us to finish the task of fixing the world, but we’re also not free to neglect the work. This week, we deepened our study of that verse from Pirkei Avot by finding specific things each of us could commit to doing to help...Read more...
Lo Alecha Hamlacha Ligmor
01/22/2020 12:14:36 AM
This Sunday, we turned our focus at Masa to the verse from Pirkei Avot that reminds us “You’re not required to complete the task, but you aren’t free to quit working.” You may know this line from the song "Lo...Read more...
Wed, May 1 2024
23 Nisan 5784
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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Masa Meet-Up: All Ages & Grades
Friday, May 3rd 4:00p to 6:00p
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Masa Mitzvah Day at Surprise Lake Camp
Sunday, May 5th 10:00a to 3:00p
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Masa LASS Class - 5th Grade & Up
Wednesday, May 8th 4:30p to 6:00p
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Masa for All Ages & Grades
Sunday, May 12th 9:30a to 12:00p
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Masa LASS Class - 5th Grade & Up
Wednesday, May 15th 4:30p to 6:00p
