It is seems impossible that we’ve already reached the last week of Yeshiva. It’s come upon us quickly. But the last full week was truly special.

On Monday, our last Yom Iyun was dedicated to next year – the boy’s life on a college campus. It is not obvious how one is to survive Jewishly, academically, and socially all at the same time. This Yom Iyun was designed to give the Talmidim some perspective on their next great adventure. Using real life examples to show them what awaits them, the guys created very lively discussions.

Tuesday was a special day as the Yeshiva travelled to Netanya, to take part in the mass Bar Mitzvah celebrations at Beit Elezraki – Emunah’s children’s home. The Yeshiva raised moneyfor Beit Elazraki by sponsoring a learn-a-thon of Mishnayot to help the children who liveat this very special place. The boys were mesameach with all the children at the Home and shared a very moving evening of celebration.

A group of nine Talmidim awoke early the next morning to daven vatikin, go to the mikva, for our annual visit to Har HaBayit. Led by Rav Ari Shames these Talmidim had the experience of a lifetime visiting the holiest place in the world, beyond the retaining wall that most of us visit, to see the actual Makom HaMikdash.

The last Va’ad of the Year took place Wednesday night, with half the Yeshiva visiting Rav Reichel and the others with Reb Norman. As with every Va’ad, these were eagerly anticipated and did not disappoint.

Thursday was the last official day of classes at the Yeshiva. We have been learning Massechet Kiddushin since Pesach break, and each shiur wrapped up its year with a small party. On a high note, Mishmar was kicked off with another siyum (3rd this year!) from Simcha Tamkin who finished Seder Nezikin.

This Shabbat is the last in-Shabbat of the year. We are enjoying the company of many of the Rebbeim of the Yeshiva. It promises to be a great time, with lots of singing, good food and Torah. The Talmidim are taking part in the second annual Final Shabbat Bake Off, lots of great food will be cooked, eaten and judged.


Shabbat Shalom!