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1 בס ד פרשת במדבר May 22, Sivan 5775 Volume 36, Issue 38 PARSHA QUESTIONS GRADES 1 and 2: 1. What is the Hebrew word for the head of a tribe? 2. What are the two Hebrew words for a tribe? 3. Which Shevet was not counted together with the others? 4. Which tribe put up and took apart the Mishkan? 5. The counting of Leviim was from what age? 6. Who has to be redeemed by the father? 7. For how much does he redeem his son? 8. How old must a בכור be when he is redeemed? 9. What is the occasion called? 10. Who gets the five shekolim? GRADES 3 and 4: 1. Who were counted? 2. Who was the Nosi of Shevet Yehuda? 3. How many Jews were there? 4. How many degolim were there? 5.?עבודה and did the בכורים Who took the place of 6. Who were the three sons of Levi? GRADES 5 and 6: 1. When was the first time ה' counted the Jews? 2. Why does Hashem count the Jews? 3. According to which side of the family was the person countedfather's side or mother's side? 4. How were the Jews counted? 5. Who counted the Jews? 6. Why was Levi counted separately? 7. What were the duties of the לויים in the desert? 8. Which two sons of Aharon died in the desert? 9. What were the names of Aharon's remaining two sons? 10. From what age were the Leviim counted? 11. What was in the center of the entire camp? 12. What is the age of לויים who are fit for the service of carrying the Mishkan and its vessels? 13. Why were the לויים chosen to serve in the משכן instead of the firstborn? GRADES 7 and 8: 1. When was the second time Hashem counted the Jews? 2. When was the third time Hashem counted the Jews? 3. On what date of what year did ה' have the Jews counted the third time? 4. How did each Jew prove to which tribe he belonged? 5. What was the total number of Jews, not including Shevet Levi? PARSHA ANSWERS GRADES 1 and 2: 1. Nasi. 2. Shevet and Mateh. 3. Levi. 4. Levi. 5. One month. 6. Firstborn boys. 7. Five Shekelim. 8. One month. 9. Pidyon Haben. 10. A kohen. GRADES 3 and 4: 1. All males over Nachson ben Aminodov , Four 5. Leviim. 6. Gershon, Khos, M'rori. 7:55 pm Rav Yitzchok Zilberstein relates that a weak and sickly וס פ ר תּ ם ל כ ם מ מּ ח ר ת ה שּׁ בּ ת מ יּוֹם ה ב יא כ ם א ת ע מ ר ה תּ נוּפ ה שׁ ב ע שׁ בּ תוֹת תּ מ ימ ת תּ ה י ינ ה man, over 100 years old, once approached him shortly before Pesach with an interesting Halachic question. The Halacha is that a person who forgets or for any reason is unable to count even one night of Sefiras HaOmer, is unable to continue counting on successive nights with a bracha, as the nightly counting during the seven weeks is considered one extended mitzvah. According to many opinions, the brachos of such a person which he recited until then are retroactively considered to have been in vain. The man s doctors told him that based on his poor medical condition they didn t think he had much time to live and would probably die before Shavuos, seven weeks later. He wanted to know whether he was permitted to begin reciting the nightly bracha for Sefiras HaOmer, as the laws of nature indicated that he would be prevented from successfully completing the mitzvah, thereby invalidating his brachos. Rav Zilberstein responded that when a clever child has a craving for a sweet which his mother refuses to give him, he is able to shrewdly recite the bracha of thereby essentially forcing his mother to give him a bite so that his bracha shouldn t be in vain. Similarly, Rav Zilberstein,שהכּל נהיה בּדברוֹ advised the man that by beginning to count with a bracha, he could in effect "force" Hashem to allow him to remain alive until after Shavuos in order to complete the mitzvah. It shouldn t be surprising that, contrary to the doctor s prognosis, the man passed away the week after Shavuos! Adapted from Parsha Potpourri. שבת שלום וחג שמח Rabbi Chaim Block - 5B1 R Y N J C A L E N D A R May 27 8B play, The 25th Reunion 7:30 PM MURRAY THE SOCK MAN RYNJ June 7 8G graduation 2:30 PM 8B graduation 5:30 PM June 17 Last day of school for Preschool regular dismissal schedule June 18 Last day of school gr 1-7 GRADES 5 and 6: 1. When they left Egypt. 2. Because the Jews are dear to Hashem. 3. Father's side. 4. By each one giving a half shekel. 5. Moshe, Aharon and the twelve princes from every tribe. 6. The army of the King (ה') is worthy to be counted by itself. 7. They guarded the משכן and its vessels. When the Jews traveled, they would take apart the משכן and carry it. When.משכן the Cloud rested, they would rebuild the 8. Nodov and Avihu. 9. Elozor and Isomor. 10. One month and upwards. 11. The Mishkan years. 13. Because Leviim did not serve the Eigel Hazohov (Golden Calf). GRADES 7 and 8: 1. When many of them died because they served the Golden Calf (Egel Hazohav). 2. When He was about to make the שכינה dwell among them. Egypt. in the second year after the Jews left ראש חדש אייר Brought the records of their ancestry and witnesses to confirm their parentage ,550 men over the age of 20.

2 קדושת הזמן Over the past two weeks, the Banot of 3G4 have been participating in the Media Awareness Program by using their time positively and productively as they busy themselves with other wonderful activities. These activities include riding bikes, playing sports, getting together with friends, playing in the park, reading books and doing arts and crafts projects. Kol Hakavod to all the girls for utilizing their free time in a positive way! Morah Deena Katz

3 Second Grade Boys Join Ranks with Israeli Soldier On Wednesday, May 20th, the second grade boys in RYNJ had the opportunity to interview, Tzvi Wiesel, a soldier in the Israeli army, as part of our Yom Hazikaron and Memorial Day studies. What made this extra special is that Tzvi is a graduate of RYNJ. After completing his high school studies at TABC, Tzvi studied in Eretz Yisrael for a year. He then joined the army. The boys enthusiastically welcomed Tzvi and launched into a barrage of questions. They learned many interesting facts about the Israeli army. They were surprised to find out that it takes a while to become a soldier and that soldiers participate in rigorous training. For example, you need to be able to carry very heavy equipment, and run and walk 60 miles. Soldiers also learn how to use various types of equipment and drive different vehicles. Tzvi was asked how he would describe his unit? His reply was that "we are a family. The guys in your unit become like your brothers." The boys eyes widened. The boys in second grade will now compare and contrast the facts they learned about the Israeli army to the facts they are learning about the American army. Mrs. Annie Blumenthal 5G Torah Fair ה ר ו ת ה ת ח מ ש RYNJ was buzzing this week with excitement for our annual 5th grade girls, Torah Fair. Parents, Morot and students alike were impressed with the depth of their knowledge and their creativity in depicting their topic. Each project was unique and different and truly a personal expression of what each student learned. This student driven, month- long project was the perfect way for the students to prepare for Shavuot! Yashar Koach to all the girls who did a super job! Morah Glass, Morah Greenberg, and Morah Kirschner RYNJ SWEATSHIRTS ONLY $5 GREAT FOR BOYS & GIRLS, MOMS & DADS!! AWESOME FOR CAMP!!!! all proceeds go to STUDENT COUNCIL BUT HURRY, WE ARE RUNNING LOW ON STYLES PULLOVER: ADULT SMALL, ADULT MEDIUM, ADULT LARGE, ADULT X-LARGE NAME: SIZE: # 0f shirts TOTAL $: Attention Monsey Students GREAT OPPORTUNITY BEFORE FINALS The Night Kollel at Kehillas Reyim Ahuvim (Rabbi Schnall s shule) has designated time slots to learn with boys (11 years old and up) to help them with their Limudei Kodesh. Over the last few years some RYNJ families have taken advantage of this opportunity and the boys have gained from the extra learning, help with homework and preparing for tests. If you are interested in setting up a time slot with a member of the Kollel, call Rabbi Schnall at or There is no charge for this service.

4 Lori Okoskin Memorial P a r n a s H a y o m May 18 ז ל In memory of Julius Pfeiffer - Yoel ben Shlomo great grandfather of Eitan, Dani, Avital, Ayelet, Miri and Yehuda Pfeiffer. Dedicated by Milton and Fran Pfeiffer. In memory of Harav Binyamin Zev ben Yitzchak ז ל - Rabbi Benjamin Schmeltz. Uncle of Avital Schmeltz. Dedicated by the Schmeltz Family May 19 ז ל In memory of Aviezri Zelig ben Rav Azriel Dedicated by Dr. & Mrs. Gabriel Gurell ז ל In commemoration of the shloshim of Chaya bat Zev Grandmother of Natanel Rottenberg Jacobson. Dedicated by Dr. Fabienne Rottenberg May 22 ז ל In memory of Abraham Shafran Grandfather of Avi, Dani and Koby Wolk Dedicated by Barbara & Rob Shafran In honor of the birthday of Eitan Rochwarger Dedicated by Mrs. Phylis Rochwarger In memory of ז ל Mr. Gerouge Hersko-Yekutiel Yehuda ben Yaakov Nechemia Grandfather of Mimi and Gavriel Paley. Dedicated by Jeff and Shara Paley To sponsor a day of learning at RYNJ, please Shira Greenberg-shiragreenberg18@gmail.com To Morah Bracha Klagsbrun on her engagement to Dovid Bregin. To Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Rosenfeld on the birth of a son. To Mrs. Lisa Banta on the birth of a grandson. How we spend our time Shop Amazon through RYNJ! You shop. We all win! Join the RYNJ Parents google group, send a blank to: rynj+subscribe@googlegroups.com THE CLOCK IS TICKING. There are approximately TWO WEEKS left to purchase Scrip for the school year. Last day to purchase Scrip will be IY H, Fri, June 5. After that date you will be unable to purchase any additional Scrip to be credited to the school year. No exceptions. Updated bills for the money owed will be sent out at that time. Hopefully you all will have completed your obligation and we can avoid a costly mailing for the money owed. Questions? Call Marsha at (201) , ext. #304, or scrip@rynj.org. PLEASE NOTE: The Scrip Program will re-open in the summer-check for dates and instructions.

5 6. How far away from the mishkan did each tribe camp? 7. How did Moshe Rabbeinu count the Leviim? 8. Who was in charge of all the Leviim in the desert? 9. Who covered all the vessels of the mishkan before the Leviim were allowed to carry them? Yasher Koach to our 7th and 8th grade ba'alot chessed who were recognized at the Friendship Circle Appreciation. Event last week. 6. At a distance of a mil (2000 amos). 7. had gone there שכינה and the לויים went to each tent of the משה beforehand. While משה stood at the door, a בת קול came out of the tent and stated how many were in the tent. 8. Elazar ben Aharon Hakohen. 9. Aharon and his sons. Last week 6B1 went on a mitzvah trip and visited the seniors at the Kaplan JCC on the Palisades. The students enjoyed the experience and made a real Kiddush-Hashem. The boys danced, sung, played a friendly game of hockey with the seniors, and spent time talking to the residents and making them laugh. At the conclusion of our visit, the JCC preschool came to sing songs with the students of RYNJ. After the outing to the JCC, the 6th graders went to Pizza Crave to celebrate a great job and unforgettable mitzvah. By Akiva Kra, 6B1 RYNJ PTA Annual Camp Sale Wednesday, May South Gym 1 pm 7 pm featuring Murray the Sock Man Trunks, duffels, Tzitzit, kippot, skirts, ¾ sleeve shirts, flashlights, sleeping bags, and, oh yes of course..socks For info, special orders or to volunteer at the event, contact Naomi Schiff: naomischiff@gmail.com

6 In and Around the Yeshiva Mazel tov 1B3 on completing!בראשית in פרק א We are so proud and excited and are looking forward to celebrating together next week with a siyum! As a review activity we completed a fantastic group project illustrating what Hashem created on each day of creation. The boys had a blast using many different supplies and materials to decorate their number which represented a day of creation. The groups worked so beautifully together and I am so proud of the wonderful מדות that the boys demonstrated while working together. Please come visit our special project hanging outside our classroom. Stay tuned for exciting details about our grand siyum celebration which will be enjoyed together with the other first grade boys classes! Morah Rachel Kopstick Adriana Brad Schanen, author of the book Quinny and Hopper, came to RYNJ last week to speak to our third graders. After her slide presentation about her life, she told the students how she came with the ideas for her book. The students loved her. After the visit, the 3rd graders wrote adorable thank-you letters to the author.