“Community Service Appreciation Dinner






Appreciation Dinner
Each year we have a dinner to thank the principals, school administrators, teachers, hospital staff and all those that helped make the CAARI community service a success – including a salute to CAARI participants. The CAARI Choral sang original songs, Marilyn and Ron Nefsky wer the MC’s, Rosalie Whitehill spoke about her CAARI experience and all enjoy a festive evening. This year Frances Dvorchik, from Canada, was selected the “Volunteer of CAARi 2008. Frances has tutored at Goloumb School for the past four years – and even on her days off she volunteers at the school! Arnold and Anice Stark were recognized for their volunteer efforts to bring CAARI to Canada – 36 Canadians were part of the CAARI program. Enjoy the pictures and video!
Enclosed is a letter from Lea Zaide, Head of Elementary Education in Tel Aviv thanking CAARI.
Letter to CAARI from the Tel Aviv Municipal Department of Education
February 11, 2008
On behalf of the Tel Aviv Municipal Department of Education, I would like to thank you personally for your invaluable assistance in the teaching and support of our pupils at Tel Aviv city schools. Your significant contribution has made considerable inpact, and we believe it is the beginning of what can become a wonderful tradition.
From speaking to the children, and from what we have seen ourselves, it is clear that they have greatly benefited from your educational reinforcement while driving great pleasure from your presence. Of special note are the personal, warm and significant relationships that have been build during your time with them.

We look forward to your next visit.
With our deep appreciation,
Sincerely yours,
Lea Zaide
Head of Elementary Education Department

The Canadian American Active Retirees in Israel, CAARI, offers active seniors a unique opportunity to experience Israel. The program is designed to explore the biblical landscapes, follow the footsteps of the early pioneers, and envision the future of our Homeland. The CAARI Program includes community service, toursa speakers forum and the camaraderie of the CAARI Family. The Program is designed for to feel, touch, hear and see Israel from the mountains to the desert, from sea to sea, and from ancient to modern.

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