As a valued member of our alumni community, your voice is incredibly important to us. We’re conducting a brief survey to our college-age alumni (classes of 2020-2024), to better understand how well we, The Leffell High School, prepared you for college — in academics, Jewish life, social-emotional skills, and more. The survey takes just 10 minutes, and your feedback is deeply appreciated. Please click here to access the survey and complete it by Monday, June 30. Thank you for your participation. 

Moishe House in White Plains looking for a new pair of residents (between ages 21-32) who want to host gatherings, facilitate conversations, create spaces for Jewish ritual, or just have fun bringing other Jewish young adults together in community. Residents will be responsible for hosting 3 events per month in their community, have access to a monthly program budget, and receive a partial rent subsidy in addition to being connected to a global Jewish network. We provide the resources and support; you create the programs that fit your interests and community!

 

Ideal candidates are creative, outgoing, and really passionate about creating meaningful and fun Jewish programs for their community. Pod residents can be a romantic couple, friends, or even cousins/siblings! 

 

If you're interested in learning more or have any questions, please contact Michele at michele.schulman@memglobal.org or go to https://www.moishehouse.org/become-a-resident/ to apply!

Over the past month, Leffell School alumni have had several occasions to get together, including the Athletics Hall of Fame induction ceremony and reunions for the Classes of 2005, 2015, and 2020. Click here to see photos from these events. 

Mazal tov Emma Steinhouse (Class of 2021) on receiving a 2024 Shine a Light Award on Antisemitism Civic Courage Award. She is one of only three college students nationwide to receive this honor. The Shine A Light on Antisemitism Civic Courage Award, powered by The Jewish Education Project, recognizes people who exemplify civic courage by taking meaningful action against antisemitism. To read about Emma’s leadership in addressing rising antisemitism, advocating for Jewish students, and fostering a climate of inclusivity, click here. Kol hakavod Emma!

In May, the tenth-grade class embarked on a three-day trip to Washington, D.C., where they engaged in meaningful service work and civic advocacy. As part of their chesed experiences, students volunteered at direct service sites, including a food bank—where they packed and distributed meals for individuals facing food insecurity—and an elementary school, where they read with students in grades 3 through 5.

In preparation for the trip, students explored the challenges of homelessness and hunger during their advisory sessions. This learning came to life through a unique experience called “Street Torah,” where students connected Jewish teachings about social justice to real-world encounters, engaging in conversations with individuals experiencing homelessness in the D.C. area.

The trip culminated in a visit to Capitol Hill, where students met with members of Congress and their staff to advocate for policies addressing poverty and housing insecurity. We were honored that New York Congressman Ritchie Torres highlighted the visit on social media, noting how inspired he was by our students’ passion and advocacy.