Michlelet Beth Rivkah - Beit Chana Seminary

B"H
Michlelet Beth Rivkah - Beit Chana Seminary - Tzfat
Kiryat Chabad POB 6217 Zefat 13410 Website www.beitchana.org
School [email protected] Telephone 972-73-255-0370 Fax 972-4-692-4002
Financial Dept. [email protected] Telephone 972-4-682-0610 Fax 972-4-692-0831
B”H Winter 5776
Dear Parents,
Shalom u'Veracha,
We are happy that you are considering enrolling your daughter to the Beit
Chana Seminary for the coming school year. We suggest you consider the following
points before making a final decision to schedule an interview.
Our seminary was initially opened for Israeli high-school graduates. Over the
years we began accepting students from abroad which eventually evolved into the
'Chul program'.
We want to prepare the next generation Chassidishe mothers, educators, and
Shluchos – who will bring with them a love to Hashem Yisborech, with a
pnimiyus'dike Yiras Shomayim, a true passion to Torah and Mitzvos, and a craving to
become closer to the Rebbe's and follow his directions.
We therefore expect from the students, whom we accept, to excel in
Chasidishkiet, Tzniyut, Yirat Shamaim, Tefilla, Hiskashrus etc.
They must also realize that our high school students look up to them and emulate
their behavior.
Our program, is accredited by the Israeli government, and hence a government
certificate "Morot Lagolah" is granted to those completing all their obligations.
The government recognition and academic accreditation that we have is due to
fact that we are legally an integral part of the Michllelet Beth Rivka - Kfar Chabad,
though we are situated in Zefat and administered independently and autonomously by
Beit Chana - Zefat.
Who May Apply
Eighteen-year-old high school graduates, of Yeshiva / Frum - High Schools from
abroad – who have a good command of Hebrew and English - may apply to our Chul
program.
One of the government requirements is a foreign high school diploma. It must be
evaluated and certified by the Israeli Ministry of Education, before they will issue a
certificate.
Those who do not have a high school diploma, or have only an Israeli diploma, or
do not have an accredited diploma will not be eligible for the government certificate
'Morot Lagolah' (you may receive transcripts for your learning but a not certificate).
Tuition is the same for all students.
Students who make Aliya or are Israeli citizens
Please note, that students from abroad, even those who have Israeli citizenship
or made Aliya - may not join the Israeli program, as we are allotted only a limited
quota of registered Israeli student. There will be no reductions in fees for those who
make Aliya.
Curriculum
There are 23 courses a week - most are Kodesh, as we are an accredited
government teachers' seminary, and as such, our syllabus is dictated by the Ministry
of Education and many of these courses are Educational and compulsory.
Statistics show that the majority of seminary students find themselves eventually
working in a variety of fields of Chinuch and Shlichus. Therefore we have built a
program that encompasses personal and teaching skills, in addition to the variety of
subjects in Limudei Kodesh. Students accepted are those interested in investing their
time and energy in acquiring these skills.
If your daughter doesn't feel that she is capable of teaching or if she has no desire
to teach, it would be advisable that she joins a post-high-school full- time YeshivahTorah program. We are a Chassidishe Torah orientated learning and teaching
program.
Language
As said above - our school was established primarily for Israeli-Hebrew speaking
high-school graduates. Therefore - Farbrengens, Dvar-Torahs, announcements, and
many classes are in Hebrew. It is therefore obvious that a student with less than a good
knowledge in Hebrew, and with no Hebrew speaking experience, need not apply.
Previous experience has shown that a student, who has failed to take this matter
seriously enough, was not capable of keeping up and found herself left out and very
frustrated. It is unfair for a student to fail due to her underestimating the need of
adequate Hebrew skills. When choosing our students, we will ‫ה "אי‬put emphasis on
this requirement. The Hebrew written entrance exam test plays a great part in the
choosing process.
Applicants hear by word of mouth that their friends have managed 'without
Hebrew'. Please note that those friends were also very upset, frustrated and
disappointed when programs were in Hebrew. Do NOT rely on 'hearsay'.
Please Note: Most of our foreign students are English speakers; therefore,
speakers and classes are often held in English. If your daughter doesn't speak English
she will find it very frustrating and therefore she should not consider registering.
Shana-Beit
Students who graduate our first year program, have the option to continue unto
our special second year program.
Acceptance
A student's acceptance is pending on updates at the end of the summer.
Applicant's chassidishkeit, learning status, and completion of High School diploma will
be checked at the end of the school year.
We reserve the right to cancel the registration and acceptance, at all times, until
the start of the school year.
Please refer all questions concerning registration to Mrs. Neta Barda at 972-732550374 or fax her 972-4-692-4002; or e-mail [email protected].
Matters concerning tuition should be directed to Beit Chana's treasurer Mrs.
Friedman - tel. 972-4-682-0610, her direct fax 972-4-692-0831, or email
[email protected].
With sincere wishes for true Chasidishe Naches from all your children, we all pray for
an immediate Geulah with the Rebbe ‫נשיא דורנו‬.
Sincerely Yours,
Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok Chitrik
BH Winter 5776
Dear Parents '‫ שיחי‬Shalom u'Vracha!
I'm pleased that your daughter is interested in registering for an interview for the upcoming school year.
I would like to inform you of the following:
•
The school fees for the 5777 school year are $16,900 (+ 100 for arrival transportation and for
booklets, learning material and handouts etc.).
•
We are recognized by MASA. Last year they offered a basic $500 scholarship to all students.
USA residents received an additional $3200 pending each individual's income. Students of
other countries receive different amounts. Please enter their site for more details:
www.masaisrael.org .
•
We are also an affiliate of HTC Chicago, MJI Detroit, Excelsior (TTI), and Touro College.
•
With our acceptance letter, which we hope will be sent after Rosh Chodesh Nissan, we will
notify you of payments schedules and other details.
•
Tuition includes – basic health insurance, trips to other elementary schools for observation,
trips for Shabatton, and most school trips. It does not include - books and personal school
supplies, cellular telephones, photocopies or basic materials for teaching exercises, entry to
pool, personal trips on "off-Shabbosim", or optional trips (for ex. to Chermon and Chevron).
•
The health insurance does not include any health issues that were present before student's
arrival, dental needs, psychological or psychiatric needs, non-conventional Doctor visits or
treatments, transportation to physicians and specialists and medications.
Please feel to call me at my office (972-4-682-0610), Sun. - Thurs. between 10:00 AM 3:00 PM (Israel
time), or e-mail me to [email protected].
Wishing you much Nachas,
Mrs. Leah Friedman
Financial Administrator
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Agreement Slip
Please bring this page signed by you and your parent to the interview. Do not fax it to our office.
WE THE PARENTS OF ___________________________________ ‫שתחיה‬
FULLY UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE CONTENTS OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL
LETTERS.
WE UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE CONDITIONS OF APLICATION, REGISTRATION, AND
ALL DETAILS OF FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS FOR APPLYING TO AND BEING ACCEPTED INTO
BEIT CHANA SEMINARY.
PRINTED NAMES:
______________
Father
_________________
Mother
__________________
Student
SIGNATURES:
______________
Father
_________________
Mother
DATE: _________________________
__________________
Student
‫ב"ה‬
Medical Form – ‫אישור רפואי‬
I, ___________________________________________, the undersigned, am a family
physician. I practice at ______________________City ___________________________.
I personally know Ms. ______________________________________________, whose
passport number is ____________ and resides at _________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
Student's Health Declaration
Have you had in the past or have ‫ ח"ו‬any illnesses? ______. If ‫ ח"ו‬yes - please specify
____________ _____________. Did you ever need psychological or psychiatric attention?
_____________. Do you get depressed easily? ____________ . Have you been depressed in
the past?____________________.
Do you take any medications? _____. If yes - please specify _______________________.
Do you have any eating limitations? ______. If yes - please specify___________________.
Do you have allergies? ________. If yes - please specify____________________________.
Do you have frequent headaches or migraines? ___________________________________.
Were you, in the past, absent from school for long periods?__________________________.
Do you have special learning or behavior needs?_______________. Have you been
evaluated for either learning, behavior, social needs or disabilities? ___________________.
Please note any other known pains or health issues.________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
Please be advised that if it comes to our attention that there were health, behavior or
learning issues and disabilities that were not disclosed and brought to our attention, we
reserve the right to terminate the student's school year. Please be aware that Beit Chana is
not able to cater to students who require special dietary meals.
Health issues from before the 1st of September 2016 are not covered by our insurance.
Dental care, psychological and psychiatric care, and alternative medical - visits and
treatment, as well as all medications - are not covered.
Please check one:
_ I allow my daughter visit a physician without a staff member accompanying her.
_ I request that my daughter always be accompanied by a staff member to the physician.
Parents' signature _____________________ _________________________
Student's signature________________________________________________
I attest that Ms. _____________________ is physically and mentally fit to attend a teacher's
seminary abroad and fit health-wise to teach. I have read her above declaration, and to the
best of my knowledge it is correct.
____________________________________ :‫שם הרופא ________________________________ המקום‬
____________________ :(stamp or seal)___________________________
Bring this form - completely filled out - to the interview. Please do not fax it.
‫חתימה‬
Evaluation Form
B”H Winter 5776
To the ‫מחנכת תחיה‬,
Sholem U'vrocho,
Please fill out this page and the attached form. Please have your principal cosign
it. All information will be held in strict confidence. Do not show or give these
pages to the student - for the sake of discretion.
Please email or fax it personally to me:
[email protected] , Fax : +972732550371
Name of Student_____________________ Number of students in graduating class _____
Name of School ____________________________ City____________ Country______________
School
phone # __________________________
Name of ‫ _________________________ מחנכת‬Phone # __________________
Name of Principal _______________________ Phone # __________________
Does the student have ‫ ח"ו‬any illnesses of which you are aware? (Please specify)
____________________________________________________________________.
Describe why you feel that this applicant is compatible with the standards of Beit
Chana – Tzfat Seminary?___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________.
This information is important to us. It will enable us to accurately evaluate your
student.
Thanking you in advance for your cooperation,
Rabbi Yosef Chitrik
B”H
Name of student__________________________ School ____________________________________
Please check V in the appropriate box.
Usually
True
1. To her Davening is important.
2. Has difficulties socializing.
3. Conducts herself in a Chasidishe manner.
4. Gets involved only when asked.
5. Relates to authority with ‫ דרך ארץ‬and humility.
6. Takes initiative, volunteers and contributes
7. Is passive during classroom discussions.
8. Is careful to be especially ‫ צניעות‬at all times.
9. Her appearance is that of a ‫ חרדי'שע‬girl.
10. Is popular and socializes, meets with peers.
11. Will learn only that which is obligatory.
12. Blames others in times of stress.
13. Has a positive outlook and is flexible.
14. Contributes to classroom learning and
discussions.
15. May vocalize her opinions in an aggressive
manner
16. Takes responsibility for her actions and
behavior.
17. Is lax and tardy in school attendance.
18. Sets her ‫ צניעות‬standards only because of
school rules.
19. Is self- confident with leadership qualities.
20. Is lenient with herself in Chasidishe conduct.
21. Would initiate ‫ חברותה‬learning in her free time.
22. Needs to be made aware of cleanliness.
23. If able would avoid davening.
24. Is clean and neat.
25. Suffices with 1 or two friends.
More
often
than not
Been
known to
happen
Never
True
26. Tends to find fault and complain.
27. Has the ability to concentrate for 90 minutes.
28. Leaves the classroom at frequent intervals.
29. Is consistent in school attendance and
punctual.
30. Is lacking confidence - more of a follower.
Has the student has been diagnosed with learning/behavior/social disabilities?________________.
Is the school aware of any health issues that the student may have had? _______________________.
Name of Principal __________________________
Phone number of Principal ___________________
Signature of Principal_______________________
Name of ‫____________________________ מחנכת‬
Signature of ‫_________________ מחנכת‬
Phone number of ‫___________________מחנכת‬
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Checklist for Interview
The following must be brought with you to the interview:
 $70 (in cash, no checks please) non-refundable registration fee. $90 –
for students who did not book an interview on line.
 Four recent passport photos, with your name written on the back.
 Photocopy of passport. Please make sure that its expiry date is after
the end of the upcoming school year. If it expires before that, or you
don’t have a passport, make sure to apply for a new one before your
interview.
 High school diploma. For students who have not yet graduated at time
of the interview, bring a signed letter from the principal, attesting that
the student will be eligible for a High School diploma - pending the
outcome of the tests.
 Copy of the 9th-12th grades high-school transcripts. It should also
include marks of the 12th grade - first semester.
 The Registration Form that was filled in electronically and printed.
 The Medical Form - signed and stamped by your family physician
 The agreement slip - signed by the applicant and her parents.
 Ensure that your school has emailed your Evaluation Form to Rabbi
Chitrik before ‫כה אדר א‬.