Shalom Galil parents!

Recently, here at machaneh, we have been all about the arts! Last night, the Bogrim (10th graders) addressed the timeless question, "What is art?" in a serious discussion about the way we define and use the word. To get the conversation going, they perused a 'gallery' that included famous paintings and photos, headphones playing classical and pop music, and some kitsch lawn decorations from the local dollar store. Everyone learned something and thought a lot, and the importance of creativity and expression for all was emphasized.

Today the Madatz (counselors-in-training) received a special visit from Theater Ariel, a theater company that focuses on conflict education. Members of the company ran drama exercises that explored the multi-faceted nature of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Meanwhile, Chug Soapstone (run by our illustrious Associate Director, Bart Davis) used their carving skills to create Judaica items. Alison S. from Bogrim made a hamsa, a mystical Sephardic symbol traditionally thought to protect against evil.

Love,
Nora and Dusty