On Sunday November 11, Ben Porat Yosef hosted its annual early childhood grandparent event, featuring brunch and a juggling show. Over 250 people attended, some of whom traveled from Memphis, Boston and throughout the tri-state area. Grandparents brought their grandchildren to the annual event which is a highlight for both generations every year. Morah Jessica Kohn, beloved founding and current early childhood director and associate principal, welcomed both grandparents and students individually with warmth and enthusiasm.

This event is the first Grandparent Circle event of the year. At Ben Porat Yosef, grandparents are vital members of the community. Grandparent Circle is an annual program designed to further grandparents’ involvement in their grandchildren’s life and develop a closer connection to their education through special events, communications and enabling grandparents to have a deep impact on Jewish education for the next generation. “There is something very special when children see their grandparents making time to get involved in their grandchildren’s school. What a powerful message to send to children that their school is an incredible place where they can bond together and create lasting memories. BPY Grandparent Circle events do just that!”

Eileen and Murray Rothman of West Orange, grandparents of two BPY students said “It was great to spend quality time with our granddaughter at her school and have a chance to socialize with other BPY grandparents in an intimate setting.” Head of School Rabbi Saul Zucker said “Our beautiful masoret is centered around an unbroken chain from generation to generation. From Yaakov Avinu, the first patriarch to learn with his grandchildren, our grandfathers and grandmothers have carefully nurtured the future of our people. At BPY, we cherish this priceless treasure for ourselves and our children.”