Parkland, FL – “Love, Peace
and Graduation” was the theme for this year’s Pre-Kindergarten
Graduation at the Phylis J. Green Early Childhood Center at
Congregation Kol Tikvah, 6750 University Drive, Parkland.
In keeping with the theme, there
was plenty of tye-dye, smiley face decorations and peace symbols at
the recent Pre-K prom and graduation celebration.
The day prior to all the “Pomp and
Circumstance,” the forty-four proud students partied the afternoon
away at their very own prom. Complete with a disc jockey, dance
floor and fully decorated banquet hall, the children enjoyed music,
games, prizes, pizza and ice cream sundaes.
Then, on the evening of June 4,
2009, family and friends gathered at Congregation Kol Tikvah for a
moving ceremony. Each of the three classes sang songs and recited
poems before donning their caps and gowns to accept their diplomas.
Special thanks go to the
pre-kindergarten teachers for their great work with the children all
year: Jodie Reisner, Tracey Getz, Robin Liebhaber, Jackie Morin,
Judi Russo and Ilita Temple. The school also extends its
appreciation to Dr. Rose Weiss, ECC Director; Eileen Rosenthal,
Assistant ECC Director; PTO President Stephanie Kaufman; the
Graduation Committee for their hard work; Elana Cohn for her
creativity and time; Joanne Rosenthal for a wonderful yearbook; and
the Red Wagon Toy Store for their generosity.
Congregation Kol Tikvah is
celebrating its 18th “Chai” birthday with special events. The
community is invited to learn more about the preschool and programs
at “A Taste of Kol Tikvah” on Sunday, August 30 from 1 p.m. to 4
p.m. A free concert will follow at 4:30 p.m. with Rick Recht, a
top-touring Jewish musician.