(Courtesy of Sand Real Estate) You wouldn’t expect the story of Chanan Sand breaking his brother Meir’s nose to be one they look back on fondly, but it is. What started as a heated basketball game and ended in a shared trip to the doctor became just another chapter in a lifelong dynamic defined by competition, trust and brotherhood. Even then, with Chanan urging “you go first” before the painful bandages came out, their bond was unmistakable.

Fifth graders at YCQ brought our side of the world to life with informative presentations and amazing projects at the annual Western Hemis-Fair. Thank you to the fantastic tour guides for leading students on such a fun adventure and to the Grade Five teachers for all their hard work in making this year’s fair incredibly successful.

Bnos Malka Academy’s Pre-1A class held a beautiful and engaging model Seder, bringing the Pesach experience to life for the young students. The classroom was transformed with elegantly set tables, complete with candle centerpieces, creating a warm and authentic Yom Tov atmosphere.