Reflections on a Special Bar Mitzvah
October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and in the spirit of the time, I have been reflecting on my lovely 19-year-old daughter Ashley, and one of the most memorable days in her childhood, herRead More
B’nei Mitzvah
Our 89th B’nei Mitzvah
The story of our 89th bar Mitzvah is a truly special one.
Isabella’s Bat Mitzvah: A Mother’s Reflections
By Cara Coller As I sat down to write this, for once in my life I was at a loss. Not at what to say, but how to express what it means to be Isabella’sRead More
Our Spectrum
I have twin 14-year-old sons, Sam and Jack. Jack’s development is typical; Sam’s development began to shift when he was 18 months old.
Making the Dream of a Jewish Coming-of-Age Possible
Over the years, I have had countless conversations with cautious parents, usually beginning with one tentative question: “Can my child have a bar/bat mitzvah?”
A Bat Mitzvah Journey – a Tutor’s Perspective
“Amen”. Temana chanted beautifully, after reciting with confidence the blessings after the Torah.
We All Lead. We All Follow.
My son, Holden, has been learning at Gateways since we moved to Boston six years ago. In preparation for his bar mitzvah, they sent home a pictorial version of his parsha (Tzav).