SKA freshmen on upstate retreat

One day of school and off they went!

On Sept. 9 and 10, the ninth grade class of the Stella K. Abraham High School for Girls went to Camp Kaylie for their freshman retreat.

Cupcake wars, go karts, basketball, volleyball, tennis, bowling and paddling on the beautiful lake were some of the activities on their schedule. Divrei Torahs at lunch were given by Esther Miller and Zoe Poznanski, after which everyone gathered by the water for a group photo (see page 1).

At night, Grades 9–10 Principal Raizi Chechik shared inspirational words on “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” To round out the evening, the girls enjoyed smores around a bonfire and a very competitive game of “A Minute to Win It.”

Everyone had a wonderful time meeting new friends and spending time with older ones. The Duct Tape Challenge in particular helped the grade come together as a unit, and the ice cream party held before everyone left on Thursday highlighted the great time the students had. 

Thanks go to Rabbi Yosef Zakutinsky, director of student programs, and his assistant, Yafa Storch; Ms. Chechik; Deena Kobre, assistant principal; grade level advisers Sheila Liebtag, Esti Engel, Danielle Sudwerts and Leora Balk; Lisa Fogel, social worker; Jordana Bienenfeld, graphic design, G.O. adviser and media coordinator; and SKA’s G.O. members who planned and accompanied the freshmen on this wonderful retreat.