Deeper ties are also forged with Israel and Judaism overall. Seniors at the Weber School can participate in "The Israel Experience," a program that allows them to spend their last high school semester in Israel exploring their Jewish identity. Currently in its fourth year, program activities include hiking Masada, davening at the Kotel, participating in archaeological digs, swimming in the Dead Sea, visiting Rabin Square, planting trees and much more. Seniors participating this year include Meredith Dolgin, Samantha Gabai, Tammy Gary, Jenny Guss, Jamie Kersh, Steven Marks, Leetal Ofer, Zack Rosenzweig, Brittany Tenenbaum and Alix Tillem.

Many graduates have traveled to Israel and become active in campus events that support their faith and Jews worldwide. "This is learning for the sake of doing; to make things better," explained Sim Pearl, Head of School. Each individual uses that learning to further themselves, their friends and the entire world around them."

Planning Continues for 2004 Evening of Honor

Plans for the Weber School's 2004 Evening of Honor are in full swing. Scheduled for Sunday, May 2, a silent auction with great items has been added to the festivities. Community participation in the Ad Journal has also been strong. The 2004 Evening of Honor Committee includes co-chairs Clare Habif and Marianne Fixelle, Ad Journal chairs Dawn Abeita, Norm Plotkin and Gilbert Rich, host committee chair Mindi Blessler and Steve Berman, chair of the development committee. Honoring Felicia and Joe Weber, the event beings at 5:00pm at the Westin Buckhead Atlanta and benefits the School's Scholarship Funds. For reservations or more information, call (770) 352-0018 or e-mail to eoh@weber.org.

The Weber School is one of Federation's local beneficiary agencies, and received an allocation of $98,332 in FY04.