Newsletters
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We are delighted to share PJA's 2024 digital spring Newsletter! If you would like to request a printed copy, please email Lisa Katon here.
If you have any alumni updates to share with us, please contact Lisa Katon at lkaton@pjaproud.org. You may also fill out this alumni survey here.
Summer 2024 Newsletter
![East Coast Adventure: 8th Grade Trip Packed with History and Heart]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719595304/portland/y3lumycfkisngizlx82f/IMG_61271.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719595304/portland/y3lumycfkisngizlx82f/IMG_61271.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719595304/portland/y3lumycfkisngizlx82f/IMG_61271.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719595304/portland/y3lumycfkisngizlx82f/IMG_61271.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719595304/portland/y3lumycfkisngizlx82f/IMG_61271.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719595304/portland/y3lumycfkisngizlx82f/IMG_61271.jpg","width":2200}])
In lieu of Israel this spring, PJA 8th graders swapped hummus for hot dogs on a whirlwind East Coast adventure in May.
![Celebrating our Graduates: PJA Class of 2024/5784]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719596096/portland/adhwyc9hride8suf0wx4/2024pjagrads.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719596096/portland/adhwyc9hride8suf0wx4/2024pjagrads.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719596096/portland/adhwyc9hride8suf0wx4/2024pjagrads.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719596096/portland/adhwyc9hride8suf0wx4/2024pjagrads.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719596096/portland/adhwyc9hride8suf0wx4/2024pjagrads.jpg","width":1600}])
Mazal Tov to the class of 2024 and all of your loved ones.
![Capstone Students Bring Passion, Gain Perspective]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719848236/portland/larca3ijavzlwm8oscrm/0245.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719848236/portland/larca3ijavzlwm8oscrm/0245.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719848236/portland/larca3ijavzlwm8oscrm/0245.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719848236/portland/larca3ijavzlwm8oscrm/0245.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719848236/portland/larca3ijavzlwm8oscrm/0245.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719848236/portland/larca3ijavzlwm8oscrm/0245.jpg","width":2200}])
Among the many noteworthy 8th grade traditions at PJA is students’ year-long Capstone journey which includes...
![PRIDE at PJA and the MJCC]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719848444/portland/x6langlttsdyulkqedd2/8df60f09b276efc1e35692ab8e44080a1f21fc00.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719848444/portland/x6langlttsdyulkqedd2/8df60f09b276efc1e35692ab8e44080a1f21fc00.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719848444/portland/x6langlttsdyulkqedd2/8df60f09b276efc1e35692ab8e44080a1f21fc00.png","width":580}])
PJA will be joining the MJCC to celebrate Pride during Portland's annual parade on Sunday,
July 21, 2024
![L’Hitraot Ms. C-R and Morah Susanna!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719849791/portland/p5lfcrc2bhniewzhngmd/IMG_7960.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719849791/portland/p5lfcrc2bhniewzhngmd/IMG_7960.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719849791/portland/p5lfcrc2bhniewzhngmd/IMG_7960.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719849791/portland/p5lfcrc2bhniewzhngmd/IMG_7960.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719849791/portland/p5lfcrc2bhniewzhngmd/IMG_7960.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719849791/portland/p5lfcrc2bhniewzhngmd/IMG_7960.jpg","width":2200}])
This year, PJA said l’hitraot - see you soon - to two of our long time and cherished educators.
![Remembrance and Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719850379/portland/fkcru9tbwbeasu9bhqiu/20240514_085001.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719850379/portland/fkcru9tbwbeasu9bhqiu/20240514_085001.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719850379/portland/fkcru9tbwbeasu9bhqiu/20240514_085001.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719850379/portland/fkcru9tbwbeasu9bhqiu/20240514_085001.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719850379/portland/fkcru9tbwbeasu9bhqiu/20240514_085001.jpg","width":1215}])
At PJA, we are committed to teaching a love of the land, the people, and the modern State of Israel
![Spring Brings Growth in Early Childhood]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719849945/portland/s8prrg38jxcvw3xflbzx/19B1BF62-8517-410D-A089-F9CEA7C7C38F.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719849945/portland/s8prrg38jxcvw3xflbzx/19B1BF62-8517-410D-A089-F9CEA7C7C38F.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719849945/portland/s8prrg38jxcvw3xflbzx/19B1BF62-8517-410D-A089-F9CEA7C7C38F.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719849945/portland/s8prrg38jxcvw3xflbzx/19B1BF62-8517-410D-A089-F9CEA7C7C38F.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719849945/portland/s8prrg38jxcvw3xflbzx/19B1BF62-8517-410D-A089-F9CEA7C7C38F.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719849945/portland/s8prrg38jxcvw3xflbzx/19B1BF62-8517-410D-A089-F9CEA7C7C38F.jpg","width":2048}])
Spring has brought abundant growth to our Early Childhood community.
![Save the Date for the 2024 PJA Auction!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719850835/portland/xw29zadxatztrown3vi3/AuctionImage2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719850835/portland/xw29zadxatztrown3vi3/AuctionImage2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719850835/portland/xw29zadxatztrown3vi3/AuctionImage2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719850835/portland/xw29zadxatztrown3vi3/AuctionImage2.jpg","width":972}])
Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 15, 2024!
![Spring Happenings Photo Collage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719853069/portland/jyfh8srnbbpb6htw3gfa/SpringHappeningsCollage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719853069/portland/jyfh8srnbbpb6htw3gfa/SpringHappeningsCollage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719853069/portland/jyfh8srnbbpb6htw3gfa/SpringHappeningsCollage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719853069/portland/jyfh8srnbbpb6htw3gfa/SpringHappeningsCollage.jpg","width":972}])
Check out some photos from our end-of-year Key Ceremony, Outdoor School, and more!
![Maccabiah - A Nod to Jewish Roots]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719854560/portland/y67zipdv7avftl55i2wu/DSC01111.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719854560/portland/y67zipdv7avftl55i2wu/DSC01111.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719854560/portland/y67zipdv7avftl55i2wu/DSC01111.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719854560/portland/y67zipdv7avftl55i2wu/DSC01111.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719854560/portland/y67zipdv7avftl55i2wu/DSC01111.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719854560/portland/y67zipdv7avftl55i2wu/DSC01111.jpg","width":2200}])
The final cap to the year, Maccabiah!
![From Challah to "Homeboys": PJA's Transformative LA Trip]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719861665/portland/x93kvyemnmd6hqpc9krp/LA-homeboys4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719861665/portland/x93kvyemnmd6hqpc9krp/LA-homeboys4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719861665/portland/x93kvyemnmd6hqpc9krp/LA-homeboys4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719861665/portland/x93kvyemnmd6hqpc9krp/LA-homeboys4.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719861665/portland/x93kvyemnmd6hqpc9krp/LA-homeboys4.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719861665/portland/x93kvyemnmd6hqpc9krp/LA-homeboys4.jpg","width":2200}])
In early May, PJA 7th graders headed to Los Angeles for incredible experiences and a transformative journey...
![Student Writing: "The Broken"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719862019/portland/vb6ff2gaudbel5mxjfsc/IMG_9453.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719862019/portland/vb6ff2gaudbel5mxjfsc/IMG_9453.jpg","width":480}])
Written by student, Devin S., this poem is inspired by the people and places encountered on the Los Angeles trip.
![Kol Hakavod to Our 2020 Graduates!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719862334/portland/zowo267stwphha82qlpc/Classof2020gradsimage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719862334/portland/zowo267stwphha82qlpc/Classof2020gradsimage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719862334/portland/zowo267stwphha82qlpc/Classof2020gradsimage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719862334/portland/zowo267stwphha82qlpc/Classof2020gradsimage.jpg","width":972}])
Check out all of our class of 2020 updates by clicking here.
![An Unforgettable PJA Purim Spiel]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719862406/portland/skbpzyguvjnzvcck6cgg/IMG_7436.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719862406/portland/skbpzyguvjnzvcck6cgg/IMG_7436.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719862406/portland/skbpzyguvjnzvcck6cgg/IMG_7436.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719862406/portland/skbpzyguvjnzvcck6cgg/IMG_7436.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719862406/portland/skbpzyguvjnzvcck6cgg/IMG_7436.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719862406/portland/skbpzyguvjnzvcck6cgg/IMG_7436.jpg","width":2200}])
Every year, the Purim celebration at PJA is a whirlwind of excitement.
![Exciting Enrollment News for PJA's Upcoming School Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719862540/portland/s2faufo4nbmd7bc50wsc/0024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719862540/portland/s2faufo4nbmd7bc50wsc/0024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719862540/portland/s2faufo4nbmd7bc50wsc/0024.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719862540/portland/s2faufo4nbmd7bc50wsc/0024.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719862540/portland/s2faufo4nbmd7bc50wsc/0024.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719862540/portland/s2faufo4nbmd7bc50wsc/0024.jpg","width":2200}])
In the same week as PJA’s Graduation and while students were taking home bags filled with their projects...
![Preparing for Another Successful Year of Afterschool Programs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719862716/portland/txkzipugfb2oil2gxrrp/Kidspace-ForestPark4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719862716/portland/txkzipugfb2oil2gxrrp/Kidspace-ForestPark4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719862716/portland/txkzipugfb2oil2gxrrp/Kidspace-ForestPark4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719862716/portland/txkzipugfb2oil2gxrrp/Kidspace-ForestPark4.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719862716/portland/txkzipugfb2oil2gxrrp/Kidspace-ForestPark4.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719862716/portland/txkzipugfb2oil2gxrrp/Kidspace-ForestPark4.jpg","width":2200}])
PJA Afterschool is busy preparing for another full and successful year at all four of our locations.
![Spring Kehillah Activities Build Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719862834/portland/gm74udqfz50h4c2ikw9i/445423822_980544117412267_9117029129215097739_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719862834/portland/gm74udqfz50h4c2ikw9i/445423822_980544117412267_9117029129215097739_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719862834/portland/gm74udqfz50h4c2ikw9i/445423822_980544117412267_9117029129215097739_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719862834/portland/gm74udqfz50h4c2ikw9i/445423822_980544117412267_9117029129215097739_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719862834/portland/gm74udqfz50h4c2ikw9i/445423822_980544117412267_9117029129215097739_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719862834/portland/gm74udqfz50h4c2ikw9i/445423822_980544117412267_9117029129215097739_n.jpg","width":2048}])
PJA’s Kehillah, made up of volunteers, strives to strengthen and support our community.
![Ask the Expert - Books Can Create A Kaleidoscope]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719862972/portland/zppd4v4v0aydvoh14py6/0078.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719862972/portland/zppd4v4v0aydvoh14py6/0078.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719862972/portland/zppd4v4v0aydvoh14py6/0078.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719862972/portland/zppd4v4v0aydvoh14py6/0078.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719862972/portland/zppd4v4v0aydvoh14py6/0078.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719862972/portland/zppd4v4v0aydvoh14py6/0078.jpg","width":2200}])
Written by Molly Sloan (PJA Librarian), and Kate Dickinson-Villaseñor (PJA Director of Teaching & Learning)
![Nadine Gartner Honored with Song of Miriam Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719863064/portland/zwqmex8qa7204jytiw55/IMG_2386.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719863064/portland/zwqmex8qa7204jytiw55/IMG_2386.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719863064/portland/zwqmex8qa7204jytiw55/IMG_2386.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719863064/portland/zwqmex8qa7204jytiw55/IMG_2386.jpg","width":1200}])
On Sunday, June 9th, PJA (and MJCC) Board President Nadine Gartner was presented with a Song of Miriam Award...
![PJA Accepts Rise & Shine Challenge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719863483/portland/dhefklhb4utvqozzxroe/RiseandShineChllenge.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719863483/portland/dhefklhb4utvqozzxroe/RiseandShineChllenge.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719863483/portland/dhefklhb4utvqozzxroe/RiseandShineChllenge.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719863483/portland/dhefklhb4utvqozzxroe/RiseandShineChllenge.jpg","width":972}])
PJA was accepted into the Rise & Shine Program, a Jewish Day School initiative funded by a prominent national foundation...
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Please remember PJA in your will, trust, retirement plan or life insurance policy.
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We are pleased to announce some exciting changes to our administrative and teaching team.
Our 2024-25 Board of Directors:
Nadine Gartner | President
Jason Zidell | Immediate Past President
John Emshwiller | Vice President for Facilities
David Solondz | Vice President for Strategy
Richard Barker | Treasurer
Naomi Harwin | Secretary
Eric Brickenstein
Nicole Frisch
Marni Glick
Arielle Goranson
Chris Hathaway
Martha Izenson
Michelle Kashinsky
Danelle Romain
Nate Smith
Sandra Valle
Tamar Wyte-Lake
To learn more about our board, visit this page and click on the Board Members tab.
Thank you to the following people who contributed to this newsletter:
Steve Albert, Sean Bartlett, Richard Boyd, Bess Butterworth, Elana Cohn-Rozansky, Kate Dickinson-Villaseñor, Becky Ewer, Sarah Glass, Naomi Harwin, Merrill Hendin, Anna Hixon, Lisa Katon, Amy Katz, Kim Krikorian, Liz Phillips, Lexie Quandt, Erika Saiers, Eden Samiee, Elliott Saunders, Molly Sloan, David Solondz, Remy Steckel, and Harriet Wingard.