Adam Carpenter – Head of Jewish Life Primary

Primary students have been engaged in a variety of learning experiences, activities, reflections and sing-a-longs in the lead up to Pesach celebrations this weekend. 

Our Pesach activities have included:

• Year 6 Jewish Life leaders making Ashkenazi and Sephardi style haroset for Primary students to enjoy during the week.
• Matzah Factory visits by students in Years 1, 2 and 3.
• Year 2 Seder – with a special, surprise visit from our long standing Pesach pianist and former Emanuel parent, Michelle Goldman. Thank you Michelle for stepping in at the last minute to share your musical passion. 
• House Sederim for Years 5 and 6 – a more intimate seder held in House groups provided the opportunity for discussions, questioning, learning and a chance to sing seder songs, recite brachot and taste the Seder foods.
• Pesach experiences for Years 3 and 4 – provided the opportunity to taste and learn about the Pesach foods and experience the Pesach story through drama.
• Year K students experienced Pesach, its rituals and symbols through creative arts and crafts.

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Here are some links to websites and articles that may expand your knowledge and understanding of Pesach – its history, customs and significance: 

For a new read on Pesach and Jewish life              
For a wide range of Pesach material                        
For a taste of Sephardi Pesach customs                  
For accessible academic historical and Biblical scholarship   

Wishing you and your family a safe, festive and meaningful Pesach and seder –  חג פסח שמח