Hey Rashi, Eden and Liv here

AYEKAH? Year 10 has returned and changed for the better! Last week, we embarked on one of the most emotional and moving experiences in many of our lives. We participated in activities that challenged our ideas of Judaism and of ourselves. We developed understanding of relevant world issues that can be difficult to discuss. After seeing each other at our most vulnerable and most passionate in certain situations we ultimately became a big family.

Hannah Adler said: “Machane Ayekah was one of the highlights of my time at Emanuel School. Not only did it make me more confident but it brought me closer to many people in my Year Group. My favourite parts of the camp were the amazing race, ruach and the star gazing but all together the camp was incredible. I would definitely recommend it to everyone. Although it was sad to say goodbye it was a happy moment for me knowing that what I have learnt from camp and from the madrichim could take me so many places in life. Thank you to all the teachers and madrichim who made this camp possible and made it the way it was. I wish I could go back.”

In conclusion, Machane Ayekah was an unexplainable experience, thank you to everyone who made it possible. I know that Liv and I both grew so much from the experience, learning about our peers and ourselves. We already miss it.                                                                                                                   

On 5 September the Year 11 students, along with the madrichim, organised the amazing dancing in the dark event with all proceeds going towards the amazing ‘beyondblue’ organisation. This Australian independent non-profit organisation works towards addressing issues associated with depression, anxiety disorders and other related mental health issues.

Students who were interviewed loved the event. “Dancing In The Dark was incredible! It was so cool to be dancing in the PAC with so many people from lots of different years and know that our donations were going to a really good cause. There was really good pizza and fairy floss, as well as a chilled area outside. I loved the night.”

Some more exciting news… next week is Hebrew (Ivrit) Week so everyone get excited. On Wednesday at lunch there will be a shuk on the basketball court. Tokens can buy you classic shuk items with an Emanuel spin on them all, with every token costing you 50c. Daily activities such as classic Israeli dancing and fun games will occupy the basketball court for the whole week and on Wednesday there will be an Israeli lunch special at the canteen so  come along for a great time.

!להיתראות בשבוע עברית

That’s it from us this week. Have a great weekend.

Liv and Eden signing off