Making a decision about where to send your children to school can be an overwhelming task. Considerations include: your child or children’s ages and personal learning style(s), what you would like your children to learn, and what environment best suits them. On the following pages, we have provided information about high-quality schools that offer an…
Shalom Montessori is a private Jewish Montessori school for students between the ages of 3 and 14. In addition to learning within the framework of the Montessori philosophy and curriculum, which adapts to each student’s unique learning style, students also receive a daily education in Judaism. Shalom Montessori was founded by Dr. Sarette Zecharia, a…
It’s holiday time – which means big meals, gatherings with friends and family, shofar blowing, Rosh Hashanah foods. And honey cake. Oy. How many of you really like honey cake? Fess up – be honest. Do you really like the taste of honey cake or do you eat it because its part of the Rosh…
Preschool/Religious School Roundup Fall is the season when thoughts turn to school. Preschool is a wonderful time to introduce children to Jewish traditions in a joyful way. Our roundup includes many options for families to consider in the Phoenix area. For many Jewish families of children in elementary and middle school, a new school year…
The day my daughter started kindergarten was a milestone for us both. She looked so grown up in her new jeans and Barbie T-shirt. I was bursting with pride as I took her picture, one small hand clenching her lunchbox, the other tentatively waving goodbye. But then, as I drove away with an olive-sized lump…
Parents of eighth-graders take note – fall is the time to consider where your son or daughter will attend high school next year. High school is not that much different from college admissions with many private schools having open houses and application deadlines in the fall or winter. Many Jewish students in Arizona, including those…
Do you love the romantic boho vibe and wonder how to transition from summer to fall without looking like someone stuck in a vintage time warp? Boho style is always evolving, and it looks like the chic muse of yesteryear is still on trend for fall. Fashion icon, designer and television star Nicole Richie has…
Beginning his 17th year as producing artistic director of Actors Theatre of Phoenix, Matthew Wiener describes himself as a European mutt. “My grandparents came from all over Europe – in fact, one of my grandfathers was born in Constantinople, Ottoman Empire, in 1899. That place doesn’t even exist today.” His diversity doesn’t end with his…
One question I have heard a lot lately is: “Is this a good time to buy commercial real estate.” My response is, “What are you looking for?” Although the market is improving and new businesses are opening, business owners or investors should consider several things to determine if it’s the right time for them to…
With the New Year just a few weeks away, you may be taking a personal inventory. Smile on Seniors hopes your personal inventory causes you to decide you want to do more to help others. SOS matches Valley seniors with volunteers who care about enriching the quality of Valley seniors’ lives through weekly or bi-weekly…
