https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/api.php?action=feedcontributions&feedformat=atom&user=Elisha 2026-05-25T01:51:08Z User contributions MediaWiki 1.34.2 https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ma%27aleh_Amos&diff=402 2021-01-28T18:22:37Z

<p>Elisha: added pictures</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Approaching Maaleh Amos with view of new construction.jpg|thumb|Approaching Maaleh Amos with view of new construction]]<br /> [[File:Maaleh Amos houses with view.jpg|thumb|Maaleh Amos houses with view]]<br /> [[File:Maleh Amos picture from ontop.jpg|thumb|Maleh Amos from on top]]<br /> '''Ma'aleh Amos''' (Hebrew: מַעֲלֵה עָמוֹס, lit ''Ascent of Amos'') is a Chareidi ''yishuv'' under the jurisdiction of the Gush Etzion Regional Council.<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> The ''yishuv'' was established in 1981, and was named after the ''navi'' Amos, who lived in the village of Tekoa nearby.<br /> <br /> ==Population==<br /> In 2018, the population was 535.<br /> <br /> All residents identify themselves exclusively as Chareidi, though including very diverse types: ''baalebatim'', ''avreichim'', ''yeshivish'', ''chassidish'', ''frum''-from-birth, ''ba'alei teshuvah'', ''geirim'', etc.<br /> <br /> There are about 50 veteran families who have been recently joined by another about 50 who moved into newly constructed apartments. From the core group, about a third are English speakers.<br /> <br /> Up until recently, most of the residents were immigrants from the United States and Russia. Most of the original core group of the residents identify as Litvish, though there are Chassidim and Sephardim as well. The Chassidim include Amshinov, Breslov, and Boyan, and lately, an large contingent of Biala Chassidim.<br /> <br /> There are about 20 families of Biala Chassidim, and the Biala Rebbe has bought an apartment with the intention of settling here.<br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim==<br /> [[File:Rav Charlop.jpg|thumb|266x266px|Rav Charlop]]<br /> Rav Ze’ev Charlop ''shlita'' is ''rav'' of the community. A native of New York, Rav Charlap speaks fluent English, though the he delivers his ''shiurim'' in Hebrew.<br /> <br /> Rav Dovid Steinhaus, a native of England, is the ''rosh kollel''. He has authored numerous ''seforim'' in Hebrew and English.<br /> <br /> ==Shuls==<br /> [[File:Inside Biala beis medrash in Maaleh Amos.jpg|thumb|Inside Biala beis medrash in Maaleh Amos]]<br /> The yishuv boasts two shuls, one Litvish (''nusach'' Ashkenaz) and one Chassidish (Biala).<br /> <br /> The Yishuv also has its own ''mikveh taharah''. <br /> <br /> ==Chinuch==<br /> [[File:Kids in cheider in Maaleh Amos.jpg|thumb|Kids in cheider in Maaleh Amos]]<br /> There is a local ''Cheider'', elementary ''Bais Yaakov'', pre-schools, a library, ''shiurim'', learning programs for boys, workshops for boys, girls, and women.<br /> <br /> ==Groups &amp; Programs==<br /> There are many organized ''shiurim'' for both men and women, in English and in Hebrew. The Rav gives a ''shiur'' on the ''parsha'' every Thursday. There is a ''halachah'' Kollel, as well as Daf Yomi and ''gemara'' ''shiurim''. <br /> <br /> The local youth are very active and the ''yishuv'' organizes many events and functions for them, fostering a warm community atmosphere.<br /> <br /> The ''yishuv'' also has an active N'shei for women (Noam), with special events every Rosh Chodesh.<br /> <br /> Elementary-aged girls participate in the activity of “Bnos” on weekdays and Shabbos, and children bring out their talents in the many ''chugim'' (extra curricular classes) available.<br /> <br /> About every month an &quot;Oneg Shabbos&quot; is prepared for the ''yeshivah bochurim''.<br /> <br /> There is also a gym for kindergarten-age children.<br /> <br /> There is a large library which includes Hebrew and English books. The library is open for men and women separately on different days of the week.<br /> <br /> ==Geography &amp; Climate==<br /> [[File:View from Maaleh Amos.jpg|thumb|View from Maaleh Amos]]<br /> Ma'ale Amos is located on the eastern slopes of the Yehuda Desert, 20 km southeast of Yerushalayim. At an elevation of 725 meters above sea level, it offers a magnificent view overlooking the Judean desert all the way to the Dead Sea.<br /> <br /> Ma’aleh Amos has a dry desert climate. Being a mountainous region, there is a steady breeze.<br /> <br /> ==Housing==<br /> [[File:Homes in Maaleh Amos.jpg|thumb|Homes in Maaleh Amos]]<br /> [[File:New homes in Maaleh Amos with view.jpg|thumb|New homes in Maaleh Amos with view]]<br /> [[File:View from Maaleh Amos with new construction.jpg|thumb|View from Maaleh Amos with new construction]]<br /> Over the years the town was built with three different housing projects.<br /> <br /> The original houses were built completely detached, each with a unique plan, layout and size. The second project was comprised of semi-detached houses with a small yard. The third project, completed in 2002, comprised of concrete units brought over and built from within.<br /> <br /> In 2015 construction started on the “Kiryat Nof” section, with 180 housing units planned. Fifty-six housing units have already been completed and are inhabited, and as construction progresses new housing units are put on the market.<br /> <br /> Prices of apartments in the new expanded area start at 790,000 NIS for three rooms (2 bedrooms). A four-room apartment with a garden will cost about 940,000 NIS, and villas and private homes will cost more.<br /> <br /> There is also potential to build your own unique house.<br /> <br /> Although the town has undergone expansion throughout the years it still managed to maintain its suburban look and sense of community.<br /> <br /> ==Transportation==<br /> The Yishuv is about half an hour drive from southern Yerushalayim (45 minutes to Ramat Eshkol) and 25 minutes from Beitar.<br /> <br /> Residents who do not own a car, travel either by bus or organized van service. Buses travel around 5 times a day to Yerushalayim, and the 20-seater van drives 5 times a day to Beitar. <br /> <br /> Local residents recommend having a car.<br /> <br /> ==Employment==<br /> <br /> ==Shopping==<br /> There is a small grocery store on premises with basic necessities and some frozen goods. It is open one hour in the mornings and two hours in the afternoons. Many families order their groceries by delivery from two online vendors - [https://www.lamehadrin.co.il/pages/homepage.aspx Yashir Lamehadrin] and [https://www.sales.org.il/HomePage.aspx HaMechirah HaKehillatit].<br /> <br /> Many of the residents do their shopping at the Gush Etzion shopping center located 14 minutes away.<br /> <br /> ==Community Codes &amp; Standards==<br /> <br /> Standards of Chareidi ''bnei Torah'', including modest dress and behavior, and an aspiration to grow and be part of a community of ''ovdei HaShem''. <br /> <br /> Financial stability and a desire to participate and be involved with the community. <br /> ==Absorption==<br /> There is an acceptance committee. To apply, an application form must be filled. There is then a pre-screening meeting with the town committee, after which the family is invited to spend a Shabbos in the community. It is then decided if they are to be accepted.<br /> <br /> There is no Ulpan or other extra resources for immigrants, as there are no immigrants coming directly from abroad. Residents are extremely friendly and helpful, yet they recommend new immigrants start out in a more Americanized setting for a softer landing to avoid the culture shock and other difficulties, such as language or unrealistic expectations. <br /> ==Contacts==<br /> Mrs. Steinhaus - 053-319-3138.<br /> <br /> Mrs. Weinberg - 02-9933308, shoshanaweinbergtranslator [@] gmail.com.<br /> <br /> Housing: Shmuel - 052-763-0544, 7630544 [@] gmail.com.<br /> <br /> ==Helpful Links==<br /> [https://www.aviraderetzyisroel.org/post/home-country Eretz Chemdah article - &quot;Home Country&quot;]<br /> <br /> [https://www.aviraderetzyisroel.org/post/finding-our-place-in-eretz-yisroel Eretz Chemdah article - &quot;Finding Our Place in Eretz Yisroel&quot;]<br /> [[File:Kids in Maaleh Amos.jpg|thumb|Kids in Maaleh Amos]]<br /> [http://www.wherewhatwhen.com/article/dreams-come-true-journey-to-ma-ale-amos-the-aliyah-of-the-weinberg-family WhereWhatWhen article - &quot;Dreams Come True&quot;]</div>

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<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Maleh Amos from on top</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ramot_Bet&diff=400 2021-01-28T18:17:11Z

<p>Elisha: added pictures</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Street in Ramot Bet.jpg|thumb|351x351px|Street in Ramot Bet]]<br /> '''Ramot Bet''' is a neigborhood in Ramot, Yerushalayim.<br /> [[File:Side street in Ramot Bet.jpg|thumb|365x365px|Side street in Ramot Bet]]<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> <br /> ==Population==<br /> In recent years Ramot ''Bet'', located in the northwest part of Yerushalayim has been seeing a large influx of young American families.<br /> <br /> What was once a total secular Israeli neighborhood, is now transforming into a young vibrant frum American community. English has been making impressive inroads in the local groceries, shuls, and of course the Ramot Mall.<br /> <br /> All types of people have made their homes in Ramot Bet, some of which are; Chardal, Chabad, Conservative, Dati Leumi Chareidi, and secular.<br /> <br /> Among the Chareidim, of which there are about 30-40 American families in the kehillah, you have; the Yeshivish, some Chasidim, and Balabatim. Additionally there are several Ba’alei Teshuva families. All in all, with the population being a large mix, the neighborhood fosters a warm, open minded, and no extreme judging atmosphere.<br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim==<br /> Rabbi Yochanan Borger is originally from Argentina. He understands English a little bit. Spanish or Hebrew is much better. He is known for his weekly halachic analysis called Shmeitsa Amikta which is distributed throughout Israel.<br /> <br /> There is a Beis Horaah in one of the shuls twice a week (Hebrew).<br /> <br /> Rav Asher Weiss lives very close by in Ramot Gimmel. He is a world renowned talmid chacham and posek who speaks fluent English, offers many shiurim and gives of his time for anglos. <br /> <br /> There are many other talmidei chachamim and resources for English speakers in the greater Ramot area. <br /> [[File:Ramot Bet street.jpg|thumb|417x417px|Suburban street in Ramot Bet]]<br /> <br /> ==Shuls==<br /> There are many shuls in Ramot Bet. To name a few are; an English speaking Dati Leumi shul, a Chareidi Minyan with A prominent Rav from South Africa, and conservative centers too.<br /> <br /> Of particular interest to the potential modern orthodox Anglo immigrant is Congregation Mitzpe Ramot, a kehillah composed mostly of veteran and newer Olim from the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and South Africa.<br /> <br /> ==Chinuch==<br /> [[File:View overlooking Ramot Bet.jpg|thumb|388x388px|View overlooking Ramot Bet]]<br /> A number of schools of various types are located in close proximity. The Chareidi community offers a Cheder (classes until fifth grade)<br /> <br /> The menahel of the cheder is Rabbi Chaim Orlowek (son of the well-known mechaneich Rabbi Noach Orlowek) The cheder is in Hebrew and accepts olim if they fit the criteria. The Cheder does not offer any specific programs for the Olim, rather it integrates them into the already existing cheder environment. Rabbi Orlowek speaks English fluently.<br /> <br /> Elementary girls attend school in Ramot Gimmel or other parts of Yerushalayim. Plenty of ''Ganim'' offers  the option of preschool and daycare. Besides for one daycare exclusively in English, all the education options in Ramot Bet are Hebrew speaking.<br /> ==Groups &amp; Programs==<br /> Many ''Chugim'' (extra curricular classes) are catered towards young girls and boys separately, that encourages them to bring out their talents. Furthermore, the community has an active English speaking N'shei. They have regular Melave Malkas, many gemachim, and primarily they are there for each other, offering support and assistance in happy or challenging times.<br /> <br /> Additionally, for the men, there are several shiurim; Daf Yomi, Gemara, and Halochah.<br /> <br /> There are also local night kollels and the area is very close to major Torah centers e.g. daily busses to and from Mir. <br /> <br /> ==Geography &amp; Climate==<br /> Ramot Bet is adjacent to a lovely woodland area where many people hike.<br /> <br /> Being a neighborhood in Yerushalayim, a mountainous region, the weather gets hot during the day and extremely breezy at night.<br /> ==Housing==<br /> Ramot Bet boasts rows of semi detached and private homes, which give the neighborhood a more suburban feel. Living in a private home and in particular an unattached house, is a luxury in Jerusalem, where the majority of people live in apartments.<br /> <br /> Being that there are many different types of housing, prices really depend. In general it can be 1.5-2.5 to buy.<br /> <br /> ==Transportation==<br /> The center of Jerusalem (Bar Ilan) is fifteen minutes away. Excellent transportation via bus makes it extremely easy for residents to travel basically anywhere in the city. Har Hotzvim, a nearby high tech industrial park, is about four minutes away. In addition, some residents work outside of Jerusalem, traveling to Modiin or Tel Aviv via the Modiin train.<br /> <br /> It is not necessary to own a car, due to the many buses available frequently throughout the day.<br /> ==Employment==<br /> <br /> ==Shopping==<br /> Ramot Bet boasts a major shopping center in the area that features a supermarket, bank, restaurants, coffee shops, a bakery, pharmacy, gift shops, and many other types of stores.<br /> <br /> ==Medical Services==<br /> <br /> ==Community Codes and Standards==<br /> <br /> ==Absorption==<br /> <br /> ==Why Ramot Bet?==<br /> The relatively cheaper and more spacious housing, as well as the close proximity to the center of town, offers a great opportunity to many young Anglo families who are looking to stay long term in Yerushalayim.<br /> <br /> ==Contacts==<br /> <br /> Mrs. Dalya Steinhertz 052-765-1343<br /> <br /> Mr. Jamie Cowland 052-544-8544<br /> <br /> Rabbi Yechiel Cohen 052-715-8681</div>

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<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Street in Ramot Bet</div>

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<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>View overlooking Ramot Bet</div>

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<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Side street in Ramot Bet</div>

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<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Street in Ramot Bet</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Yavne%27el&diff=284 2020-09-06T07:34:42Z

<p>Elisha: /* Contacts */</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Yavniel houses.jpg|thumb|Houses in Yavniel]]<br /> '''Yavne’el''' (Hebrew: ####, also spelled Yavniel) is a ''moshava'' (rural village) and local council in the northern district of Eretz Yisroel, in the eastern part of the Lower Galil (Galilee).<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> Yavne’el was founded as an agricultural village in 1901.<br /> <br /> ==Population==<br /> The population of Yavne’el, including the adjacent Smadar neighborhood, includes about 1800 ''frum'' people and 2200 ''chilonim'' (irreligious). Yavne’el is not closed off during Shabbos. There are many cars and motorcyclists who drive by frequently.<br /> <br /> There are several ''frum'' communities in Yavne’el.<br /> <br /> One community, which calls itself, “Breslov City,” was founded in 1986 by Rabbi Eliezer Shlomo Schick ''zt&quot;l''. Over one hundred families have transformed this part of Yavne'el into a vibrant Breslov community. Many Breslov families are of Sefardic origin. This community, which includes some Anglos, forms about 30% of the total population.<br /> <br /> There are a few Lubavitch families.<br /> <br /> An English-speaking kehillah of about 20 families has made their home in this scenic town. These families originate from America, South Africa, France, and Canada. Recently many families have been moving in, with more on the way. They are very ''frum'', good, ''ehrlich'' people, who look to serve HaShem through nature and a simple life. Eating wholesome organic food, home birthing and homeschooling is common in the  community. All the people in this community are English-speakers or immigrants.<br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim==<br /> HaRav Sinai Frankel is the Rav of the Mas'at Binyamin ''shul'' for the last 50 years, since the age of eighteen.<br /> <br /> Rav Steinhaus from South Africa, is a spiritual guide and mentor to many people.<br /> <br /> Rabbi Aryeh Farkash runs a Chabad Center, which does continual events for the locals and gives out numerous hands-on projects before holidays.<br /> <br /> ==Shuls==<br /> There are a few Sefardic ''shuls.'' The Breslov community has several shuls and a ''mikvah''.<br /> <br /> All members of the English-speaking ''kehillah'' daven at Mas’at Binyamin. Every Shabbos there is a ''kiddush'' for the men after davening with hot food and drinks. It is a very warm atmosphere. Additionally, this large and beautiful shul hosts many events such as ''siyumim'', ''sheva brachos'', Chanukah ''mesibah'', and even one wedding! <br /> <br /> ==Chinuch==<br /> The Breslov community includes a ''kollel'', Talmud Torah, girls school, ''yeshivah ketanah'', ''yeshiva gedolah'', and a ''beis medrash''.<br /> <br /> There is a Chabad elementary girls school and a preschool.<br /> <br /> For the English-speaking community, the teenage boys attend their own ''yeshivah'' run by Rav Yechezkel Frankel, and are taught by Reb Yeshaya Blalock. Girls attend the Bais Yaakov (elementary and high school) in Teveria, a 30-minute drive on the school van, and a 45-minute ride by public bus. The school is run by Mrs. Fischer, the daughter of HaGaon Rav Aurbach from Teveria. The school is very nice and accommodating to new immigrants. The teachers are easygoing and really go out of their way to help the girls. It is an out-of-town type of warm small school with one class per grade. Even though the school is generally Hebrew speaking, there is a considerable amount of girls from Yavne’el who do speak fluent English among themselves.<br /> <br /> As of now, the school has no programs or tutors to help immigrants, but it is being planned for the future. <br /> <br /> There is currently no ''cheider'' in Yavne’el for elementary-age boys in the English-speaking ''kehillah''. They attend the ''cheider'' run by Mrs. Fischer as well, and are taught by ''rebbeim''. It is a very warm, small ''cheider'' with only two classes – first and second grades. More classes will be added every year. The ''cheider'' is Hebrew speaking. <br /> <br /> Many locals send their post-high school boys to attend ''yeshivos'' in other cities, such as Yeshivas Orchos Torah in Beni Brak.<br /> <br /> ==Groups &amp; Programs==<br /> The nature of a relatively small community up north fosters a close connection among the children and teenagers, who routinely organize get-togethers and events.<br /> <br /> In the Breslov community, there are ongoing separate activities and programs for the men, women, boys and girls.<br /> <br /> Every Shabbos afternoon the younger boys have a Tehillim group. <br /> <br /> There is a ''shiur'' for ladies about once a month by a speaker who comes in from Yerushalayim.<br /> <br /> Rabbi Rockhill from Ohr Somayach gives a ''shiur'' for the men every Wednesday.<br /> <br /> Yavne’el has an active Matnas (community center), with a variety of classes for youths and adults. There are chugim (extra-curricular classes), for boys and girls separately. <br /> <br /> ==Geography &amp; Climate==<br /> True to its roots, Yavne’el still retains a small-town agricultural feel while it continues to grow and develop. The village is situated in a valley at the foot of the Yavne’el hills and opposite Mt. Tavor, overlooking the Kinneret. Farming fields stretch out alongside Yavne’el and residents appreciate the beauty in these vistas surrounding their hometown. <br /> <br /> Yavne’El experiences extreme seasonal variation in humidity.<br /> <br /> The hot season lasts for about four months, from the end of May until October, with an average daily high temperature above 88 degrees Fahrenheit. August is the hottest time of the year with an average of 95 degrees and a low of 73 degrees.<br /> <br /> The cool season lasts for about three months, from December until March, with an average daily high temperature below 68 degrees. January is the coldest time of the year with an average of 45 degrees and a high of 65 degrees.<br /> <br /> Although winters are very nice and mild in Yavne’el, residents recommend that prospective families take into account the extremely hot weather.<br /> <br /> Air-conditioning is highly recommended as is in other areas of the country like Bnei Brak and Tel Aviv.<br /> <br /> There are many beautiful natural water places located close by to Yavne’el.<br /> <br /> The Ma’ayan is a natural spring of water that flows through the town, closer to the mountains. Lots of men from all over use it as a kosher ''mikveh taharah''. <br /> <br /> The Jordan river and the Kinneret are relatively nearby and available for boating, fishing and swimming.<br /> ==Housing==<br /> A large amount of land in Yavne’El is defined as ''tabu'', meaning land registered with the Israel Land Authority as private property. Today in the State of Israel, only 7% of the land is private and 93% is ''minhal'' (owned by the state). Purchasers of ''minhal'' property are in effect paying for a long term lease for the property. ''Tabu'' property generally has more flexible use than ''minhal'' property.<br /> <br /> The houses in Yavne’el are spread out with a lot of space. Each house is its own unique layout and comes with a front lawn and yard. Some blocks are more clustered than others but all in all there is plenty of room to have lots of privacy and space for children to play freely. As there are no apartment buildings and all homes are topped at two stories, the country feel of the community is preserved.<br /> <br /> There are currently plots of land available for sale. A 500-square-meter lot sells for around 370,000 NIS (for the land). Three bedroom homes sell in the range of 1.1-1.6 million NIS. <br /> <br /> Rentals are less easy to come by, and are often found by word-of-mouth and networking in this tight knit community. It is also common to buy second hand homes. <br /> <br /> Ahuzat Netanel, a block of English speaking families and many zimmers, is the only fully Shomer Shabbos block in the vicinity. <br /> <br /> ==Transportation==<br /> A car is recommended for residents of Yavne’el which will make getting around in the spread-out areas so much easier, although intra-city public transportation is also available.<br /> <br /> Two bus routes run through the town, one goes from Kfar Kama to Teveria and the other goes from Afula to Teveria. They both stop in Yavne’el. <br /> <br /> From Afula and Teveria, there are buses to anywhere in the country. The ride to Teveria by bus takes 40-45 minutes, and by car about 20 minutes.<br /> ==Employment==<br /> Some residents work locally in fields such as agriculture, education, small businesses, or in the local senior residential home located in the Smadar neighborhood. Other residents travel for employment to nearby cities such as Teveria or Afula, or even further to Yokneam Illit’s high tech center, which is a 55 minute drive.<br /> <br /> Because of its proximity to Teveria and the Kinneret, there are a number of bed and breakfasts in Yavne’el, catering to both local and international tourism. These B&amp;Bs serve as a source of income for some residents. Additionally, there are many private families who own gorgeous ''tzimmerim'' (summer houses), who rent them out to the many vacationers and tourists who visit this beautiful town. <br /> ==Shopping==<br /> The few basic stores are spread out throughout the ''moshava'' (rural village). This includes five grocery stores, one clothing store, a gas station, a butcher, a fish shop, a Simchah store, and hardware store. <br /> <br /> Since the closest major city is Teveria, residents shop and buy all their needs there. Afula, the next closest city, is 25 minutes by car and some residents shop there as well. From groceries to clothing stores and everything in between, these cities have it. <br /> <br /> There are also a number of private people who sell health food products such as grass-fed cows' and goats' milk, free-range chicken eggs, freshly ground grains, and homemade creams and tarts. <br /> <br /> ==Medical Services==<br /> Leumit and Maccabi have clinics in town. <br /> <br /> The Poriah-Padeh Hospital, a well-equipped, high level regional hospital, is a ten minute drive away. Many women from the community give birth there. <br /> <br /> ==Other Services==<br /> Most government offices have regional branches in nearby Teveria, which serves the Yavne’El residents.<br /> <br /> ==Community Codes &amp; Standards==<br /> Most residents have room to raise animals, livestock, and pets. It depends how much and how many, but it is a possibility and it’s just normal to see people horseback riding, walking dogs, hearing roosters crowing and many more animal sights.<br /> <br /> ==Absorption==<br /> The closest ulpan is in Tzemach, located just south of Teveria. <br /> <br /> ==Contacts==<br /> Yosef Blalock - 052-768-2326 (Long time local) <br /> <br /> Shmuel Blalock - 053-3125612 (''tzimmers'' - summer houses) <br /> <br /> Devorah Frankel - 058-7319507 (New immigrants)</div>

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<p>Elisha: added a kehilla</p> <hr /> <div>*[https://chatam.org/ Beit Chatam] - community of Anglo families in '''[[Rechovot]]'''<br /> *[http://www.kehillashagra.org/ Kehillas HaGra] - '''Ramat Beit Shemesh'''<br /> *[https://zntshul.org/ Khal Zichron Nosson Tzvi] - '''[[Ramat Eshkol]], Yerushalayim'''<br /> *[https://btya.org/ Kehillas Beis Tefillah Yonah Avraham,] '''Ramat Beit Shemesh'''</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Mosdos/Schools&diff=242 2020-08-27T10:20:40Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Listing of Mosdos and schools for new Olim<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Yerushalaim'''''<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Bet Shemesh'''''<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;'''Boys'''<br /> <br /> *[https://dnrbs.org/ Darchei Noam]<br /> *[http://magenavos.org/boys-school/ Magen Avos]/Boys<br /> *[http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Boys<br /> *[http://torasmosherbs.org/ Toras Moshe RBS]<br /> *Ateres Shlomo<br /> *Zos L'Yehuda<br /> *Toras Chesed<br /> *Beis Sholom<br /> *Aviezri<br /> *Beis Eliyahu<br /> *Toros Sholom<br /> *Tashbar<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''Girls'''<br /> <br /> *[http://baisyaakovbnosmalka.weebly.com/ Bnos Malka]<br /> *[http://magenavos.org/ Magen Avos]/Girls<br /> *[http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Girls<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Beitar'''''</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Mosdos/Schools&diff=241 2020-08-25T20:49:54Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Listing of Mosdos and schools for new Olim<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Yerushalaim'''''<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Bet Shemesh'''''<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;'''Boys'''<br /> <br /> *[https://dnrbs.org/ Darchei Noam]<br /> *[http://magenavos.org/boys-school/ Magen Avos]/Boys<br /> *[http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Boys<br /> *[http://torasmosherbs.org/ Toras Moshe RBS]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''Girls'''<br /> <br /> *[http://baisyaakovbnosmalka.weebly.com/ Bnos Malka]<br /> *[http://magenavos.org/ Magen Avos]/Girls<br /> *[http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Girls<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Beitar'''''</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Telz_Stone&diff=199 2020-08-04T19:37:53Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Population==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim==<br /> <br /> ==Shuls==<br /> <br /> ==Chinuch==<br /> <br /> ==Groups &amp; Programs==<br /> <br /> ==Geography &amp; Climate==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Housing==<br /> <br /> ==Transportation==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Employment==<br /> <br /> ==Shopping==<br /> <br /> ==Medical Services==<br /> <br /> ==Community Codes and Standards==<br /> <br /> ==Absorption==<br /> <br /> ==Why Telz Stone?==<br /> <br /> ==Contacts==</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Telz_Stone&diff=198 2020-08-04T19:36:31Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == History[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Population[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Rabbonim[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Shuls[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Chinuch[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Groups &amp; Programs[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Geography &amp; Climate[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Housing[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Transportation[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Employment[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Shopping[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Medical Services[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Community Codes and Standards[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Absorption[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Why Meitzad?[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Contacts ==</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Communities&diff=197 2020-08-04T19:34:51Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Listed here are geographical areas which include ''frum'' English-speaking residents, that may include several distinct [[kehillos]] and shuls, though sometimes they are also one kehillah.<br /> <br /> ==Beit Shemesh==<br /> <br /> *[[Ramat Beit Shemesh Aleph]]<br /> *Ramat Beit Shemesh Bet<br /> *[[Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 2]]<br /> *Ramat Beit Shemesh Daled<br /> *[[Ramat Avraham]]<br /> <br /> ==Beitar==<br /> <br /> *Beitar A<br /> *Beitar B<br /> <br /> ==Modi'in Illit==<br /> <br /> *Brachfeld<br /> *Cheftziba<br /> *Green Park<br /> *[[Kiryat Sefer]]<br /> *Neot HaPisgah<br /> <br /> ==Yerushalayim==<br /> <br /> *[[Arzei HaBira]]<br /> *Bayit Vegan<br /> *Beis Yisroel<br /> *Bukharim<br /> *Ezras Torah<br /> *Geulah<br /> *Givat HaMivtar<br /> *Har Nof<br /> *Kerem Avraham<br /> *Kiryat Mattersdorf<br /> *Ma'alot Dafna<br /> *Mea Shearim<br /> *Mekor Baruch<br /> *Nachlaot<br /> *Neve Ya'akov<br /> *The Rova (Jewish Quarter)<br /> *[[Ramat Eshkol]]<br /> *Ramat Shlomo<br /> *Ramot Aleph<br /> *[[Ramot Bet]]<br /> *Ramot Daled<br /> *Ramot Gimmel<br /> *Ramot Polin<br /> *Rechavia<br /> *Romema<br /> *Sanhedria<br /> *Sanhedria Murchevet<br /> *Sha'arei Chesed<br /> *Shimon HaTzadik<br /> *Shmuel HaNavi<br /> *Talpiot<br /> *Tel Arza<br /> *Zichron Moshe<br /> <br /> ==Yerushalayim Environs==<br /> <br /> *[[Agan HaAyalot]] (Giv'at Ze'ev HaChadashah)<br /> *Bet Meir<br /> *[[Meitzad]]<br /> *Ramat Giv'at Ze'ev<br /> *Tel Tzion<br /> *[[Telz Stone]]<br /> <br /> ==Center==<br /> <br /> *[[Ganei Ayalon]], Lod<br /> *[[Immanuel]]<br /> *[[Ma'aleh Amos]]<br /> *[[Rechovot]]<br /> <br /> ==North==<br /> <br /> *[[Giv'at HaMoreh]], Afula<br /> *[[Karmiel]]<br /> *[[Rechasim]]<br /> *[[Yavne'el]]<br /> <br /> ==South==</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Telz_Stone&diff=196 2020-08-04T19:33:46Z

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<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:ADY logo.png|thumb|[https://www.aviraderetzyisroel.org/ Avira D'Eretz Yisroel]]]<br /> [[File:NK logo.jpg|thumb|[https://www.naavakodesh.org/ Na'ava Kodesh]]]<br /> <br /> Welcome to '''EretzChemdah.com''', your resource for everything to do with ''frum'' living in Eretz Yisroel.<br /> <br /> Our focus is Chareidi immigrants from English-speaking countries, from Yeshivish, Chassidish, Heimish and similar backgrounds.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''EretzChemdah.com''' is a repository of information on [[communities]] and ''[[kehillos]]'', ''chinuch'' options, employment opportunities, and more.<br /> <br /> [[Communities]] - [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1NkvtWJ0OqD4APOojD6YiRdbMB1U&amp;ll=31.789224106177876%2C35.409471317375285&amp;z=10 '''Map'''] <br /> <br /> [[Kehillos]]<br /> <br /> [[Chinuch]]<br /> <br /> [[Mosdos/Schools]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Start Research|I'm Lost! Where to start from?]]<br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;Under continuous construction:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> <br /> Create an account to enable editing, and help expand the repository!<br /> <br /> Once logged in, you can edit any page and create new ones.<br /> <br /> To create a page, just add a link to it, and then click on it to create it.<br /> <br /> <br /> EretzChemdah.com Partners:<br /> <br /> <br /> [https://www.aviraderetzyisroel.org Avira D'Eretz Yisroel]<br /> <br /> [http://qdushat-zion.022.co.il/ Agudas Kedushas Tzion]<br /> <br /> [https://www.naavakodesh.org Naava Kodesh]</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=194 2020-08-04T19:05:31Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:ADY logo.png|thumb|[https://www.aviraderetzyisroel.org/ Avira D'Eretz Yisroel]]]<br /> [[File:NK logo.jpg|thumb|[https://www.naavakodesh.org/ Na'ava Kodesh]]]<br /> <br /> Welcome to '''EretzChemdah.com''', your resource for everything to do with ''frum'' living in Eretz Yisroel.<br /> <br /> Our focus is Chareidi immigrants from English-speaking countries, from Yeshivish, Chassidish, Heimish and similar backgrounds.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''EretzChemdah.com''' is a repository of information on [[communities]] and ''[[kehillos]]'', ''chinuch'' options, employment opportunities, and more.<br /> <br /> [[Communities]] - [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1NkvtWJ0OqD4APOojD6YiRdbMB1U&amp;ll=31.789224106177876%2C35.409471317375285&amp;z=10 '''Map''' of communities]<br /> <br /> [[Kehillos]]<br /> <br /> [[Chinuch]]<br /> <br /> [[Mosdos/Schools]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Start Research|I'm Lost! Where to start from?]]<br /> <br /> <br /> '''&lt;u&gt;Under continuous construction:&lt;/u&gt;'''<br /> <br /> Create an account to enable editing, and help expand the repository!<br /> <br /> Once logged in, you can edit any page and create new ones.<br /> <br /> To create a page, just add a link to it, and then click on it to create it.<br /> <br /> <br /> EretzChemdah.com Partners:<br /> <br /> <br /> [https://www.aviraderetzyisroel.org Avira D'Eretz Yisroel]<br /> <br /> [http://qdushat-zion.022.co.il/ Agudas Kedushas Tzion]<br /> <br /> [https://www.naavakodesh.org Naava Kodesh]</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Meitzed&diff=184 2020-08-04T08:48:49Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>== General information ==<br /> <br /> ==Contents==<br /> <br /> *<br /> <br /> ==History[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Population[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Shuls[edit | edit source]==<br /> <br /> ==Chinuch[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Groups &amp; Programs[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Geography &amp; Climate[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Housing[edit | edit source]==<br /> .<br /> <br /> ==Transportation[edit | edit source]==<br /> .<br /> <br /> ==Employment[edit | edit source]==<br /> <br /> ==Shopping[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Medical Services[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Community Codes and Standards[edit | edit source]==<br /> <br /> ==Absorption[edit | edit source]==<br /> <br /> ==Why Agan HaAyalot?[edit | edit source]==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Contacts[edit | edit source]==<br /> <br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Meitzed&diff=183 2020-08-04T08:47:59Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> *<br /> <br /> == History[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Population[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Rabbonim[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Shuls[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Chinuch[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Groups &amp; Programs[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Geography &amp; Climate[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Housing[edit | edit source] ==<br /> .<br /> <br /> == Transportation[edit | edit source] ==<br /> .<br /> <br /> == Employment[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Shopping[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Medical Services[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Community Codes and Standards[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Absorption[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> == Why Agan HaAyalot?[edit | edit source] ==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> == Contacts[edit | edit source] ==<br /> <br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;</div>

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<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Listed here are geographical areas which include ''frum'' English-speaking residents, that may include several distinct [[kehillos]] and shuls, though sometimes they are also one kehillah.<br /> <br /> ==Beit Shemesh==<br /> <br /> *[[Ramat Beit Shemesh Aleph]]<br /> *Ramat Beit Shemesh Bet<br /> *[[Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 2]]<br /> *Ramat Beit Shemesh Daled<br /> *[[Ramat Avraham]]<br /> <br /> ==Beitar==<br /> <br /> *Beitar A<br /> *Beitar B<br /> <br /> ==Modi'in Illit==<br /> <br /> *Brachfeld<br /> *Cheftziba<br /> *Green Park<br /> *[[Kiryat Sefer]]<br /> *Neot HaPisgah<br /> <br /> ==Yerushalayim==<br /> <br /> *[[Arzei HaBira]]<br /> *Bayit Vegan<br /> *Beis Yisroel<br /> *Bukharim<br /> *Ezras Torah<br /> *Geulah<br /> *Givat HaMivtar<br /> *Har Nof<br /> *Kerem Avraham<br /> *Kiryat Mattersdorf<br /> *Ma'alot Dafna<br /> *Mea Shearim<br /> *Mekor Baruch<br /> *Nachlaot<br /> *Neve Ya'akov<br /> *The Rova (Jewish Quarter)<br /> *[[Ramat Eshkol]]<br /> *Ramat Shlomo<br /> *Ramot Aleph<br /> *[[Ramot Bet]]<br /> *Ramot Daled<br /> *Ramot Gimmel<br /> *Ramot Polin<br /> *Rechavia<br /> *Romema<br /> *Sanhedria<br /> *Sanhedria Murchevet<br /> *Sha'arei Chesed<br /> *Shimon HaTzadik<br /> *Shmuel HaNavi<br /> *Talpiot<br /> *Tel Arza<br /> *Zichron Moshe<br /> <br /> ==Yerushalayim Environs==<br /> <br /> *[[Agan HaAyalot]] (Giv'at Ze'ev HaChadashah)<br /> *Bet Meir<br /> *Ramat Giv'at Ze'ev<br /> *Tel Tzion<br /> *Telz Stone<br /> *[[Meitzed]]<br /> <br /> ==Center==<br /> <br /> *[[Ganei Ayalon]], Lod<br /> *[[Immanuel]]<br /> *[[Ma'aleh Amos]]<br /> *[[Rechovot]]<br /> <br /> ==North==<br /> <br /> *[[Giv'at HaMoreh]], Afula<br /> *[[Karmiel]]<br /> *[[Rechasim]]<br /> *[[Yavne'el]]<br /> <br /> ==South==</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Meitzed&diff=181 2020-08-04T08:41:37Z

<p>Elisha: Created page with &quot;Community &lt;br /&gt;&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>Community<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Communities&diff=180 2020-08-04T08:40:07Z

<p>Elisha: /* Center */</p> <hr /> <div>Listed here are geographical areas which include ''frum'' English-speaking residents, that may include several distinct [[kehillos]] and shuls, though sometimes they are also one kehillah.<br /> <br /> ==Beit Shemesh==<br /> <br /> *[[Ramat Beit Shemesh Aleph]]<br /> *Ramat Beit Shemesh Bet<br /> *[[Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 2]]<br /> *Ramat Beit Shemesh Daled<br /> *[[Ramat Avraham]]<br /> <br /> ==Beitar==<br /> <br /> *Beitar A<br /> *Beitar B<br /> <br /> ==Modi'in Illit==<br /> <br /> *Brachfeld<br /> *Cheftziba<br /> *Green Park<br /> *[[Kiryat Sefer]]<br /> *Neot HaPisgah<br /> <br /> ==Yerushalayim==<br /> <br /> *[[Arzei HaBira]]<br /> *Bayit Vegan<br /> *Beis Yisroel<br /> *Bukharim<br /> *Ezras Torah<br /> *Geulah<br /> *Givat HaMivtar<br /> *Har Nof<br /> *Kerem Avraham<br /> *Kiryat Mattersdorf<br /> *Ma'alot Dafna<br /> *Mea Shearim<br /> *Mekor Baruch<br /> *Nachlaot<br /> *Neve Ya'akov<br /> *The Rova (Jewish Quarter)<br /> *[[Ramat Eshkol]]<br /> *Ramat Shlomo<br /> *Ramot Aleph<br /> *[[Ramot Bet]]<br /> *Ramot Daled<br /> *Ramot Gimmel<br /> *Ramot Polin<br /> *Rechavia<br /> *Romema<br /> *Sanhedria<br /> *Sanhedria Murchevet<br /> *Sha'arei Chesed<br /> *Shimon HaTzadik<br /> *Shmuel HaNavi<br /> *Talpiot<br /> *Tel Arza<br /> *Zichron Moshe<br /> <br /> ==Yerushalayim Environs==<br /> <br /> *[[Agan HaAyalot]] (Giv'at Ze'ev HaChadashah)<br /> *Bet Meir<br /> *Ramat Giv'at Ze'ev<br /> *Tel Tzion<br /> *Telz Stone<br /> *Meitzed<br /> <br /> ==Center==<br /> <br /> *[[Ganei Ayalon]], Lod<br /> *[[Immanuel]]<br /> *[[Ma'aleh Amos]]<br /> *[[Rechovot]]<br /> <br /> ==North==<br /> <br /> *[[Giv'at HaMoreh]], Afula<br /> *[[Karmiel]]<br /> *[[Rechasim]]<br /> *[[Yavne'el]]<br /> <br /> ==South==</div>

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Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Chinuch&diff=142 2020-07-20T09:03:42Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Still under construction; please help expand this entry.<br /> <br /> ==Streams &amp; Educational Networks==<br /> There are several frameworks within which Chareidi educational institutions operate.<br /> <br /> ===Chinuch Atzmai===<br /> <br /> ===Bnei Yosef - Ma'ayan HaChinuch HaTorani===<br /> <br /> ===Private===<br /> <br /> ===Mamlachti Chareidi===<br /> <br /> ==Boys==<br /> <br /> ===Preschool===<br /> The last year before first grade is commonly called ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the children for ''cheider'' (not to be confused with ''mechinah'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'').<br /> <br /> ===Cheider===<br /> Chareidi elementary schools for boys are referred to as '''Talmud Torah''' (the more formal usage, usually part of the title) or '''cheider'''. They include first through eighth grades. Most ''chadorim'' also maintain a preschool for the two or three preceding grade levels.<br /> <br /> Eighth grade is sometimes referred to as ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the ''talmidim'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'', and in many cases has an entirely different schedule than the rest of the school.<br /> <br /> ===Mechinah===<br /> There is an optional stand-alone year-long program, usually not connected to any specific school, for preparing children for ''yeshivah ketanah''. While most ''talmidim'' advance directly from ''cheider'' to ''yeshivah ketanah'', there are many who opt for a year of ''mechinah'', either instead of or following eighth grade.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Ketanah===<br /> Chareidi boys high school is called ''yeshivah ketanah'' (what in America is sometimes called ''mesivta'', which is not used here). It is a three year program, with each year called a &quot;''shiur'',&quot; named ''shiur aleph'', ''shiur beis'', and ''shiur gimmel'' respectively, corresponding to ninth through eleventh grades. The day in ''yeshivah ketanah'' begins from around 7-7.30 in the morning with shacharis which may be followed sometimes with a ''sichah'' from the ''rosh yeshiva'' or ''mashgiach'', followed by breakfast, seder and a shiur, lunch, mincha (may be later), a break, second seder (usually bekius), supper. maariv, and third seder. The day ends at around 9.30 p.m. Unlike in ''chutz la'aretz'' the bochurim only learn ''limmudei kodesh'', there are no secular studies. It has become less common for boys to dorm at ''yeshivah ketanah'' age, but some do, and so most attend ''yeshiva ketanah'' in their own city. On Friday there is generally only a morning seder. The number of &quot;in Shabboses&quot; varies among the yeshivos. Some may have 3 Shabboses a month in the yeshiva, others 1 or 2, and some may send the boys home most weeks with only occasional Shabboses in the yeshiva.<br /> <br /> In most cases it is not a natural continuation of any specific ''cheider''. It is generally considered the job of the ''cheider'', and specifically the eighth-grade ''rebbi'', to direct and help with placement of their ''talmidim'' in ''yeshivos ketanos''.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Gedolah===<br /> Israeli ''yeshivos gedolos'' have a unique culture very different from the American counterpart.<br /> <br /> ==Girls==<br /> <br /> ===Gan (Preschool)===<br /> Ages 3-4, <br /> <br /> ====Gan Kdam-Chovah====<br /> Ages 4-5, hours are the same as Gan Chova, tuition and expenses are like Gan Chova<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Trom-Chovah====<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Chovah====<br /> Preschool for ages 5-6, its the year before first grade also known as &quot;Kittah Aleph&quot;. It's completely subsidized there are no tuition expenses aside for extra curricular fee of a few hundred Shekel for the entire year.<br /> <br /> Hours:8:00-1:30 with an option for leaving the child for &quot;Tzaharon&quot;, meaning after school program until 3:45. A hot meal is served for the children who stay for the afternoon program.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Elementary===<br /> For grades 1-8. <br /> <br /> There are two options for elementary schools.<br /> <br /> #'''The local school:''' Every neighborhood had a local Bais Yackov which is made up of a student body of the local population, this way girls in the same class generally also know each other from the neighborhood. Its very rare for a girl to attend a Bais Yackov that is not in her neighborhood. The Bais Yackovs are government subsidized and are basically free aside for some basic extra curricular fees. The local Bais Yackovs accept all the girls of its neighborhood which makes each Bais Yackov unique in its student body representing the unique character of its neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in the Ezrat Torah neighborhood in Yerushalaim is very different from the Bais Yackov in the Pisgat Zeev neighborhood in Yerushalaim. The former is very Chareidi and Yeshivish while the latter is less Chareidi and more dati- reflecting the character of the neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in Sanhedria in Yerushalaim is very anglo, reflecting the local residents.<br /> <br /> Its very accepted for mainstream chareidim to send to the local Bais Yackovs.<br /> <br /> <br /> 2. '''Private schools:''' There are a few private elementary schools which cater for various crowds which prefer some alternative to the local Bais Yackov. Some teach in Yiddish, others offer an alternative approach or curriculum that is not offered in the local Bais Yackov. These schools charge tuition generally a few thousand Shekels a year.<br /> <br /> ===Seminar===<br /> <br /> <br /> High school for Chareidi girls is called Seminar. Grades 9-12. with the majority of the girls staying an additional two years to learn a profession. There are no local Bais Yackov high schools as there are elementary schools, rather the high schools are generally private but are still somewhat government subsidized and therefore do not charge a high tuition Around 2-3 thousand NIS a year. It is common for girls to bus in to the neighborhood where their school is located, many schools arrange transportation for their students.<br /> <br /> Most Chareidi schools do not do the government administered tests called &quot;Bagruyot&quot; (like the regents in New York) rather they offer an alternative testing system called &quot;Chutzim&quot;. On an academic level &quot;Chutzim&quot; are on par with the &quot;Bagruyot&quot; tests, however since they are not government administered they are not recognized and cannot be used to get accepted to institutions of higher education.<br /> <br /> '''Masslulim''': Most Chareidi girls stay on for an additional two years of schooling after they complete grade 12. This is called &quot;masslulim&quot;- routes. During these two years the girls learn a profession which they can use later on in life to help support their families. The &quot;Masslulim&quot; offer a variety of professions ranging from medical secretary, graphic designing, interior designing, architecture, accounting, commuter developer etc..<br /> <br /> <br /> While learning a profession the girls maintain a structure of Limudei Kodesh as part of their day in the seminary.</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ramat_Beit_Shemesh_Gimmel_2&diff=141 2020-07-20T00:07:09Z

<p>Elisha: /* Why Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 2? */</p> <hr /> <div>'''Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 2''' is one of the Chareidi neighborhoods of Ramat Beit Shemesh.<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> The first residents moved in early 2019. <br /> <br /> ==Population==<br /> Around 1950 families have made their homes in RBS Gimmel 2. About 300 families are Anglos, many of which either moved in after a few years of moving to Israel as newlyweds, or there are even some families who came “off the boat” from making Aliyah, straight into the neighborhood. There are also a large number of “second generation” Olim (children whose parents made Aliyah, speak English, although are very well integrated) . It is a very Olim friendly place and the people are extremely welcoming and helpful.<br /> <br /> Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 2 is mainly Yeshivish and Chassidish. <br /> <br /> The community has a very diverse Chareidi population. All types; Yerushalmi, Sefardi, Chasidi etc. <br /> <br /> Gimmel 2 has a very Heimishe atmosphere with its diverse crown and many Shteiblech. <br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim==<br /> Although there is no official English Rav yet, the area is also home to many learned individuals such as retired Roshei Yeshivos.<br /> <br /> ==Shuls==<br /> There are currently two official Litvish shuls. They are both under Rabbi Meisels. Heichal HaTorah is completely Anglo and Ayeles HaShachar is a large mixture of Anglos, second generation Anglo, and Israelis.<br /> <br /> Furthermore, every Chassidus in the neighborhood has their own shul. Rabbi Rabinowitz, a tremendous Talmid Chachom who recently authored a famous Halacha Sefer, heads a chassidish shtiebel called תפארת יעקב. This shul is Klal Chasidi- not a specific Chassidus. <br /> <br /> ==Chinuch==<br /> Many chassidish chaderim have opened in the neighborhood, one is קהל חסידי.<br /> <br /> The local Sefardi Cheder is called נתיב התורה. <br /> <br /> Plus there are two Litvish/Yeshivish chaderim, “Ayeles Hashachar&lt;nowiki&gt;''&lt;/nowiki&gt; is taught under Rav Shteinman hashkafah (mainstream Chareidi) Elementary aged girls attend either the Bais Yaakov in RBS Aleph, or the following two Anglo schools there; Bnos Melech and Magen Avot. These schools provide  ransportation for the students, and can be a 10-15 minute walk from the edge of the neighborhood. <br /> <br /> This coming year a chassidish elementary girls school is opening. <br /> <br /> Additionally, there are two seminars in the border area between Gimmel 1 and Gimmel 2 which is called הושיע. <br /> <br /> ==Groups &amp; Programs==<br /> There is an Anglo full day kollel run by Rabbi Moshe Komornik. Additionally there is Daf Yomi shiurim and an evening kollel too.<br /> <br /> Gimmel 2 has an active Neshei for women. They are a very friendly English speaking group who have done a few events, but mainly keep in touch through email-  supporting, giving friendly advice, helping one another, and being primarily there for each other.<br /> <br /> There is an interest in a future library. <br /> <br /> ==Geography &amp; Climate==<br /> It is located south of Ramat Beit Shemesh Aleph, overlooking the Nachal Yarmut Park. To the east of Gimmel 2 is Neve Shamir (RBS Hei), and to the west is Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 1.<br /> <br /> RBS Gimmel 2 is extremely close to RBS Aleph, a full fledged city neighborhood with all the needs of a Chareidi family. For comparison, it’s like Boro Park and Flatbush, or Lakewood and Toms River. Residents living in Gimmel 2 have all their amenities “at their doorstep”<br /> <br /> The neighborhood is built on a beautiful hill and there are many steps, shortcuts, and paths to other areas. In addition, there are many landscapes, parks, and greenery which beautify the place and at the same time give children the space to let out their energy in a creative and safe setting. <br /> <br /> During the summer, the weather is hot and in the winter it's cool. It doesn’t get to the point of freezing and the area is not particularly humid either. <br /> <br /> ==Housing==<br /> Besides for several villas on the border of Gimmel 1 and Gimmel 2 , area הושיע, all the housing are Apartment buildings.<br /> <br /> They are spacious, well built, and all come with an outdoor area, being a yard or large porch. <br /> <br /> “Wolfson”, an Anglo project, has beautiful architecture with arches and more than 100 apartments in the complex. It is the heaviest Anglo- Saxon area. <br /> <br /> Miriam Hanevia and Ovadiah are blocks that are likewise home to  many English speaking families. <br /> <br /> ==Transportation==<br /> Yerushalayim is approximately 35 minutes by car and 40 minutes by bus #419 (to Ramat Eshkol). In addition, there are buses constantly to Bnei Brak and Beitar.<br /> <br /> People can definitely get around with public transportation easily, smoothly, and quickly. <br /> <br /> ==Employment==<br /> There is a mix of men either learning or working.<br /> <br /> Most of the women bring in  Parnassa by working in typical jobs such as teachers, secretaries, stores…. There are several who are more in professional fields too. <br /> <br /> ==Shopping==<br /> RBS Gimmel 2 has four shopping streets featuring two supermarkets, two butcher shops, a bakery, hardware store, bank, and a few other stores. Right on the outskirts, an area is currently under construction building a new large major mall!<br /> <br /> Residents proudly say that there is never a need to leave Ramat Beit Shemesh to purchase any item.  <br /> <br /> ==Medical Services==<br /> RBS Gimmel 2 boasts all the medical kupat cholim!<br /> <br /> Meuhedet, Clalit, Leumit, and Macabi with a pharmacy. <br /> <br /> This makes it easier for residents to not have to travel out of their neighborhood for any medical need. <br /> <br /> ==Community Codes and Standards==<br /> <br /> ==Absorption==<br /> <br /> ==Why Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel 2?==<br /> Very warm frum feeling. Kids play on the street on Shabbos without having to be concerned about cars. Very big mix of all kinds of frum Yidden of every kind of affiliation. It has a quieter feeling, somewhat of a suburban touch, but still very close to all the stores and institutions that RBS A has to offer.<br /> <br /> Many parks and greenery making it very beautiful. <br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> ==Contacts==<br /> <br /> Elisha Bruck: 054-8467535</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Chinuch&diff=140 2020-07-20T00:02:10Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Still under construction; please help expand this entry.<br /> <br /> ==Streams &amp; Educational Networks==<br /> There are several frameworks within which Chareidi educational institutions operate.<br /> <br /> ===Chinuch Atzmai===<br /> <br /> ===Bnei Yosef - Ma'ayan HaChinuch HaTorani===<br /> <br /> ===Private===<br /> <br /> ===Mamlachti Chareidi===<br /> <br /> ==Boys==<br /> <br /> ===Preschool===<br /> The last year before first grade is commonly called ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the children for ''cheider'' (not to be confused with ''mechinah'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'').<br /> <br /> ===Cheider===<br /> Chareidi elementary schools for boys are referred to as '''Talmud Torah''' (the more formal usage, usually part of the title) or '''cheider'''. They include first through eighth grades. Most ''chadorim'' also maintain a preschool for the two or three preceding grade levels.<br /> <br /> Eighth grade is sometimes referred to as ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the ''talmidim'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'', and in many cases has an entirely different schedule than the rest of the school.<br /> <br /> ===Mechinah===<br /> There is an optional stand-alone year-long program, usually not connected to any specific school, for preparing children for ''yeshivah ketanah''. While most ''talmidim'' advance directly from ''cheider'' to ''yeshivah ketanah'', there are many who opt for a year of ''mechinah'', either instead of or following eighth grade.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Ketanah===<br /> Chareidi boys high school is called ''yeshivah ketanah'' (what in America is sometimes called ''mesivta'', which is not used here). It is a three year program, with each year called a &quot;''shiur'',&quot; named ''shiur aleph'', ''shiur beis'', and ''shiur gimmel'' respectively, corresponding to ninth through eleventh grades. The day in ''yeshivah ketanah'' begins from around 7-7.30 in the morning with shacharis which may be followed sometimes with a ''sichah'' from the ''rosh yeshiva'' or ''mashgiach'', followed by breakfast, seder and a shiur, lunch, mincha (may be later), a break, second seder (usually bekius), supper. maariv, and third seder. The day ends at around 9.30 p.m. Unlike in ''chutz la'aretz'' the bochurim only learn ''limmudei kodesh'', there are no secular studies. It has become less common for boys to dorm at ''yeshivah ketanah'' age, but some do, and so most attend ''yeshiva ketanah'' in their own city. On Friday there is generally only a morning seder. The number of &quot;in Shabboses&quot; varies among the yeshivos. Some may have 3 Shabboses a month in the yeshiva, others 1 or 2, and some may send the boys home most weeks with only occasional Shabboses in the yeshiva.<br /> <br /> In most cases it is not a natural continuation of any specific ''cheider''. It is generally considered the job of the ''cheider'', and specifically the eighth-grade ''rebbi'', to direct and help with placement of their ''talmidim'' in ''yeshivos ketanos''.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Gedolah===<br /> Israeli ''yeshivos gedolos'' have a unique culture very different from the American counterpart.<br /> <br /> ==Girls==<br /> <br /> ===Gan (Preschool)===<br /> Ages 3-4, <br /> <br /> ====Gan Kdam-Chovah====<br /> Ages 4-5, hours are the same as Gan Chova, tuition and expenses are like Gan Chova<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Trom-Chovah====<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Chovah====<br /> Preschool for ages 5-6, its the year before first grade also known as &quot;Kittah Aleph&quot;. It's completely subsidized there are no tuition expenses aside for extra curricular fee of a few hundred Shekel for the entire year.<br /> <br /> Hours:8:00-1:30 with an option for leaving the child for &quot;Tzaharon&quot;, meaning after school program until 3:45. A hot meal is served for the children who stay for the afternoon program.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Elementary===<br /> For grades 1-8. <br /> <br /> There are two options for elementary schools.<br /> <br /> #'''The local school:''' Every neighborhood had a local Bais Yackov which is made up of a student body of the local population, this way girls in the same class generally also know each other from the neighborhood. Its very rare for a girl to attend a Bais Yackov that is not in her neighborhood. The Bais Yackovs are government subsidized and are basically free aside for some basic extra curricular fees. The local Bais Yackovs accept all the girls of its neighborhood which makes each Bais Yackov unique in its student body representing the unique character of its neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in the Ezrat Torah neighborhood in Yerushalaim is very different from the Bais Yackov in the Pisgat Zeev neighborhood in Yerushalaim. The former is very Chareidi and Yeshivish while the latter is less Chareidi and more dati- reflecting the character of the neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in Sanhedria in Yerushalaim is very anglo, reflecting the local residents.<br /> <br /> Its very accepted for mainstream chareidim to send to the local Bais Yackovs.<br /> <br /> <br /> 2. '''Private schools:''' There are a few private elementary schools which cater for various crowds which prefer some alternative to the local Bais Yackov. Some teach in Yiddish, others offer an alternative approach or curriculum that is not offered in the local Bais Yackov. These schools charge tuition generally a few thousand Shekels a year.<br /> <br /> ===Seminar===<br /> <br /> <br /> High school for Chareidi girls is called Seminar. Grades 9-12. with the majority of the girls staying an additional two years to learn a profession. There are no local Bais Yackov high schools as there are elementary schools, rather the high schools are generally private and charge tuition. It is common for girls to bus in to the neighborhood where their school is located, many schools arrange transportation for their students.<br /> <br /> Most Chareidi schools do not do the government administered tests called &quot;Bagruyot&quot; (like the regents in New York) rather they offer an alternative testing system called &quot;Chutzim&quot;. On an academic level &quot;Chutzim&quot; are on par with the &quot;Bagruyot&quot; tests, however since they are not government administered they are not recognized and cannot be used to get accepted to institutions of higher education.<br /> <br /> '''Masslulim''': Most Chareidi girls stay on for an additional two years of schooling after they complete grade 12. This is called &quot;masslulim&quot;- routes. During these two years the girls learn a profession which they can use later on in life to help support their families. The &quot;Masslulim&quot; offer a variety of professions ranging from medical secretary, graphic designing, interior designing, architecture, accounting, commuter developer etc..<br /> <br /> <br /> While learning a profession the girls maintain a structure of Limudei Kodesh as part of their day in the seminary.</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Chinuch&diff=139 2020-07-19T23:59:08Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Still under construction; please help expand this entry.<br /> <br /> ==Streams &amp; Educational Networks==<br /> There are several frameworks within which Chareidi educational institutions operate.<br /> <br /> ===Chinuch Atzmai===<br /> <br /> ===Bnei Yosef - Ma'ayan HaChinuch HaTorani===<br /> <br /> ===Private===<br /> <br /> ===Mamlachti Chareidi===<br /> <br /> ==Boys==<br /> <br /> ===Preschool===<br /> The last year before first grade is commonly called ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the children for ''cheider'' (not to be confused with ''mechinah'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'').<br /> <br /> ===Cheider===<br /> Chareidi elementary schools for boys are referred to as '''Talmud Torah''' (the more formal usage, usually part of the title) or '''cheider'''. They include first through eighth grades. Most ''chadorim'' also maintain a preschool for the two or three preceding grade levels.<br /> <br /> Eighth grade is sometimes referred to as ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the ''talmidim'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'', and in many cases has an entirely different schedule than the rest of the school.<br /> <br /> ===Mechinah===<br /> There is an optional stand-alone year-long program, usually not connected to any specific school, for preparing children for ''yeshivah ketanah''. While most ''talmidim'' advance directly from ''cheider'' to ''yeshivah ketanah'', there are many who opt for a year of ''mechinah'', either instead of or following eighth grade.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Ketanah===<br /> Chareidi boys high school is called ''yeshivah ketanah'' (what in America is sometimes called ''mesivta'', which is not used here). It is a three year program, with each year called a &quot;''shiur'',&quot; named ''shiur aleph'', ''shiur beis'', and ''shiur gimmel'' respectively, corresponding to ninth through eleventh grades. The day in ''yeshivah ketanah'' begins from around 7-7.30 in the morning with shacharis which may be followed sometimes with a ''sichah'' from the ''rosh yeshiva'' or ''mashgiach'', followed by breakfast, seder and a shiur, lunch, mincha (may be later), a break, second seder (usually bekius), supper. maariv, and third seder. The day ends at around 9.30 p.m. Unlike in ''chutz la'aretz'' the bochurim only learn ''limmudei kodesh'', there are no secular studies. It has become less common for boys to dorm at ''yeshivah ketanah'' age, but some do, and so most attend ''yeshiva ketanah'' in their own city. On Friday there is generally only a morning seder. The number of &quot;in Shabboses&quot; varies among the yeshivos. Some may have 3 Shabboses a month in the yeshiva, others 1 or 2, and some may send the boys home most weeks with only occasional Shabboses in the yeshiva.<br /> <br /> In most cases it is not a natural continuation of any specific ''cheider''. It is generally considered the job of the ''cheider'', and specifically the eighth-grade ''rebbi'', to direct and help with placement of their ''talmidim'' in ''yeshivos ketanos''.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Gedolah===<br /> Israeli ''yeshivos gedolos'' have a unique culture very different from the American counterpart.<br /> <br /> ==Girls==<br /> <br /> ===Gan (Preschool)===<br /> Ages 3-4, <br /> <br /> ====Gan Kdam-Chovah====<br /> Ages 4-5, hours are the same as Gan Chova, tuition and expenses are like Gan Chova<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Trom-Chovah====<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Chovah====<br /> Preschool for ages 5-6, its the year before first grade also known as &quot;Kittah Aleph&quot;. It's completely subsidized there are no tuition expenses aside for extra curricular fee of a few hundred Shekel for the entire year.<br /> <br /> Hours:8:00-1:30 with an option for leaving the child for &quot;Tzaharon&quot;, meaning after school program until 3:45. A hot meal is served for the children who stay for the afternoon program.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Elementary===<br /> For grades 1-8. <br /> <br /> There are two options for elementary schools.<br /> <br /> #'''The local school:''' Every neighborhood had a local Bais Yackov which is made up of a student body of the local population, this way girls in the same class generally also know each other from the neighborhood. Its very rare for a girl to attend a Bais Yackov that is not in her neighborhood. The Bais Yackovs are government subsidized and are basically free aside for some basic extra curricular fees. The local Bais Yackovs accept all the girls of its neighborhood which makes each Bais Yackov unique in its student body representing the unique character of its neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in the Ezrat Torah neighborhood in Yerushalaim is very different from the Bais Yackov in the Pisgat Zeev neighborhood in Yerushalaim. The former is very Chareidi and Yeshivish while the latter is less Chareidi and more dati- reflecting the character of the neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in Sanhedria in Yerushalaim is very anglo, reflecting the local residents.<br /> <br /> Its very accepted for mainstream chareidim to send to the local Bais Yackovs.<br /> <br /> <br /> 2. '''Private schools:''' There are a few private elementary schools which cater for various crowds which prefer some alternative to the local Bais Yackov. Some teach in Yiddish, others offer an alternative approach or curriculum that is not offered in the local Bais Yackov. These schools charge tuition generally a few thousand Shekels a year.<br /> <br /> ===Seminar===<br /> <br /> <br /> High school for Chareidi girls is called Seminar. Grades 9-12. with the majority of the girls staying an additional two years to learn a profession.<br /> <br /> Most Chareidi schools do not do the government administered tests called &quot;Bagruyot&quot; (like the regents in New York) rather they offer an alternative testing system called &quot;Chutzim&quot;. On an academic level &quot;Chutzim&quot; are on par with the &quot;Bagruyot&quot; tests, however since they are not government administered they are not recognized and cannot be used to get accepted to institutions of higher education.<br /> <br /> '''Masslulim''': Most Chareidi girls stay on for an additional two years of schooling after they complete grade 12. This is called &quot;masslulim&quot;- routes. During these two years the girls learn a profession which they can use later on in life to help support their families. The &quot;Masslulim&quot; offer a variety of professions ranging from medical secretary, graphic designing, interior designing, architecture, accounting, commuter developer etc..<br /> <br /> <br /> While learning a profession the girls maintain a structure of Limudei Kodesh as part of their day in the seminary.</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Chinuch&diff=138 2020-07-19T23:55:15Z

<p>Elisha: /* Gan Chovah */</p> <hr /> <div>Still under construction; please help expand this entry.<br /> <br /> ==Streams &amp; Educational Networks==<br /> There are several frameworks within which Chareidi educational institutions operate.<br /> <br /> ===Chinuch Atzmai===<br /> <br /> ===Bnei Yosef - Ma'ayan HaChinuch HaTorani===<br /> <br /> ===Private===<br /> <br /> ===Mamlachti Chareidi===<br /> <br /> ==Boys==<br /> <br /> ===Preschool===<br /> The last year before first grade is commonly called ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the children for ''cheider'' (not to be confused with ''mechinah'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'').<br /> <br /> ===Cheider===<br /> Chareidi elementary schools for boys are referred to as '''Talmud Torah''' (the more formal usage, usually part of the title) or '''cheider'''. They include first through eighth grades. Most ''chadorim'' also maintain a preschool for the two or three preceding grade levels.<br /> <br /> Eighth grade is sometimes referred to as ''mechinah'' [preparatory program], as it prepares the ''talmidim'' for ''yeshivah ketanah'', and in many cases has an entirely different schedule than the rest of the school.<br /> <br /> ===Mechinah===<br /> There is an optional stand-alone year-long program, usually not connected to any specific school, for preparing children for ''yeshivah ketanah''. While most ''talmidim'' advance directly from ''cheider'' to ''yeshivah ketanah'', there are many who opt for a year of ''mechinah'', either instead of or following eighth grade.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Ketanah===<br /> Chareidi boys high school is called ''yeshivah ketanah'' (what in America is sometimes called ''mesivta'', which is not used here). It is a three year program, with each year called a &quot;''shiur'',&quot; named ''shiur aleph'', ''shiur beis'', and ''shiur gimmel'' respectively, corresponding to ninth through eleventh grades. The day in ''yeshivah ketanah'' begins from around 7-7.30 in the morning with shacharis which may be followed sometimes with a ''sichah'' from the ''rosh yeshiva'' or ''mashgiach'', followed by breakfast, seder and a shiur, lunch, mincha (may be later), a break, second seder (usually bekius), supper. maariv, and third seder. The day ends at around 9.30 p.m. Unlike in ''chutz la'aretz'' the bochurim only learn ''limmudei kodesh'', there are no secular studies. It has become less common for boys to dorm at ''yeshivah ketanah'' age, but some do, and so most attend ''yeshiva ketanah'' in their own city. On Friday there is generally only a morning seder. The number of &quot;in Shabboses&quot; varies among the yeshivos. Some may have 3 Shabboses a month in the yeshiva, others 1 or 2, and some may send the boys home most weeks with only occasional Shabboses in the yeshiva.<br /> <br /> In most cases it is not a natural continuation of any specific ''cheider''. It is generally considered the job of the ''cheider'', and specifically the eighth-grade ''rebbi'', to direct and help with placement of their ''talmidim'' in ''yeshivos ketanos''.<br /> <br /> ===Yeshivah Gedolah===<br /> Israeli ''yeshivos gedolos'' have a unique culture very different from the American counterpart.<br /> <br /> ==Girls==<br /> <br /> ===Gan (Preschool)===<br /> Ages 3-4, <br /> <br /> ====Gan Kdam-Chovah====<br /> Ages 4-5, hours are the same as Gan Chova, tuition and expenses are like Gan Chova<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Trom-Chovah====<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ====Gan Chovah====<br /> Preschool for ages 5-6, its the year before first grade also known as &quot;Kittah Aleph&quot;. It's completely subsidized there are no tuition expenses aside for extra curricular fee of a few hundred Shekel for the entire year.<br /> <br /> Hours:8:00-1:30 with an option for leaving the child for &quot;Tzaharon&quot;, meaning after school program until 3:45. A hot meal is served for the children who stay for the afternoon program.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Elementary===<br /> For grades 1-8. <br /> <br /> There are two options for elementary schools.<br /> <br /> # '''The local school:''' Every neighborhood had a local Bais Yackov which is made up of a student body of the local population, this way girls in the same class generally also know each other from the neighborhood. Its very rare for a girl to attend a Bais Yackov that is not in her neighborhood. The Bais Yackovs are government subsidized and are basically free aside for some basic extra curricular fees. The local Bais Yackovs accept all the girls of its neighborhood which makes each Bais Yackov unique in its student body representing the unique character of its neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in the Ezrat Torah neighborhood in Yerushalaim is very different from the Bais Yackov in the Pisgat Zeev neighborhood in Yerushalaim. The former is very Chareidi and Yeshivish while the latter is less Chareidi and more dati- reflecting the character of the neighborhood. The Bais Yackov in Sanhedria in Yerushalaim is very anglo, reflecting the local residents.<br /> <br /> Its very accepted for mainstream chareidim to send to the local Bais Yackovs.<br /> <br /> <br /> 2. '''Private schools:''' There are a few private elementary schools which cater for various crowds which prefer some alternative to the local Bais Yackov. Some teach in Yiddish, others offer an alternative approach or curriculum that is not offered in the local Bais Yackov. These schools charge tuition generally a few thousand Shekels a year.<br /> <br /> ===Seminar===<br /> <br /> <br /> High school for Chareidi girls is called Seminar. Grades 9-12. with the majority of the girls staying an additional two years to learn a profession.<br /> <br /> Most Chareidi schools do not do the government administered tests called &quot;Bagruyot&quot; (like the regents in New York) rather they offer an alternative testing system called &quot;Chutzim&quot;. On an academic level &quot;Chutzim&quot; are on par with the &quot;Bagruyot&quot; tests, but since they are not government administered they are not recognized and cannot be used to get accepted to institutions of higher education.<br /> <br /> '''Masslulim''': Most Chareidi girls stay on for another two years of schooling after they complete grade 12. This is called &quot;masslulim&quot;- routes. During these two years the girls learn a profession which they can use later on in life to help support their families. The masslulim offer a variety of professions ranging from medical secretary, graphic designing, interior designing, architecture, accounting, commuter developer etc..<br /> <br /> While learning a profession the girls maintain a structure of Limudei Kodesh as part of their day in the seminary.</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Mosdos/Schools&diff=137 2020-07-19T23:18:00Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Listing of Mosdos and schools for new Olim<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Yerushalaim'''''<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Bet Shemesh'''''<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;'''Boys'''<br /> <br /> *[https://dnrbs.org/ Darchei Noam]<br /> *[http://magenavos.org/boys-school/ Magen Avos]/Boys<br /> *[http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Boys<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''Girls'''<br /> <br /> *[http://baisyaakovbnosmalka.weebly.com/ Bnos Malka]<br /> *[http://magenavos.org/ Magen Avos]/Girls<br /> *[http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Girls<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''''Beitar'''''</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Mosdos/Schools&diff=136 2020-07-19T23:15:41Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Listing of Mosdos and schools for new Olim<br /> <br /> '''Boys'''<br /> <br /> Yerushalaim<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Bet Shemesh<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> * [https://dnrbs.org/ Darchei Noam]<br /> * [http://magenavos.org/boys-school/ Magen Avos]/Boys<br /> * [http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Boys<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''Girls'''<br /> <br /> * [http://baisyaakovbnosmalka.weebly.com/ Bnos Malka]<br /> * [http://magenavos.org/ Magen Avos]/Girls<br /> * [http://www.netzach-yisroel.org/ Netzach Yisroel]/Girls</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=135 2020-07-19T23:03:14Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>Welcome to '''EretzChemdah.com''', your resource for everything to do with ''frum'' living in Eretz Yisroel.<br /> <br /> Our focus is Chareidi immigrants from English-speaking countries, from Yeshivish, Chassidish, Heimish and similar backgrounds.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''EretzChemdah.com''' is a repository of information on [[communities]] and ''[[kehillos]]'', ''chinuch'' options, employment opportunities, and more.<br /> <br /> [[Communities]]<br /> <br /> [[Kehillos]]<br /> <br /> [[Chinuch]]<br /> <br /> [[Mosdos/Schools]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Start Research|I'm Lost! Where to start from?]]<br /> <br /> <br /> Create an account to enable editing, and help expand the repository!<br /> <br /> Once logged in, you can edit any page and create new ones.<br /> <br /> To create a page, just add a link to it, and then click on it to create it.<br /> <br /> <br /> EretzChemdah.com Partners:<br /> <br /> [https://www.aviraderetzyisroel.org Avira D'Eretz Yisroel]<br /> <br /> [http://qdushat-zion.022.co.il/ Agudas Kedushas Tzion]<br /> <br /> [https://www.naavakodesh.org Naava Kodesh]</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Mosdos/Schools&diff=134 2020-07-19T23:01:19Z

<p>Elisha: added new page</p> <hr /> <div>Listing of Mosdos and schools for new Olim<br /> <br /> '''Boys'''<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> '''Girls'''</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Givat_Ze%27ev&diff=31 2020-07-06T21:48:58Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>*'''Givat Zev Hachadasha:'''<br /> *(Hebrew: גִּבְעַת זְאֵב)<br /> <br /> In 2004, the Givat  Zev Hachadasha neighborhood was built at the edge of the greater Jerusalem area, within the Givat Zev municipal district. <br /> <br /> '''General''':<br /> <br /> Over 900 families have already made their homes there and enjoy the great quality living, suburban open space, and a wonderful residential atmosphere which includes all the community services required by large frum families. <br /> <br /> '''Locals:'''<br /> <br /> There are around 25%-30% Anglos living in Givat Zev Hachadasha. Majority of them are a mixture of yeshivish and chassidish. <br /> <br /> Several families are Ba’alei Teshuvah, although they are very well integrated. <br /> <br /> Most of the residents are in kollel and some also work part time in various yeshivos and seminary’s. <br /> <br /> Some Olim continue their american jobs working from home. <br /> <br /> Many wives bring in the Parnassa while their husbands learn. The common denominator of the community is that most of the families started off learning in kollel for a few years, then went out to work. <br /> <br /> '''Shuls:'''<br /> <br /> There are about 12-13 shuls in the city.  <br /> <br /> Rav Wittenstein is the Rav of many Anglo families because he is American and speaks English, although his shul is run respectively in Hebrew. <br /> <br /> Rav Horowitz, who himself is Chassidish, has 2 shuls catered to the Israeili, “Bnei Yeshivish”. <br /> <br /> Rav Golan and Rav Kahana have a more Balabatish crowd. <br /> <br /> There are 4 Sefardi Rabanim, including one Moroccan. <br /> <br /> '''Programs:'''<br /> <br /> There are constant learning opportunities offered; Daf Yomi and Gemara Shiurim, plus a kollel also for the Balabatim. Additionally the local Neshai hosts various programs, Shiurim, and classes for women. <br /> <br /> Givat Zev Hachadasha is home to a large Belz community of 200 <br /> <br /> families, of which 5%-10% are Anglos. There is a Belz Cheder, gan, and they also have their own classes in the local Bais Yaakov. <br /> <br /> '''Chinuch:'''<br /> <br /> There are three Chederim, one Sefardi and two Litvish. All three are yeshivish Israeli Hebrew speaking. Girls attend the local Bais Yaakov which also has separate english classes. There are many preschools (gan) and daycares; government funded and private. The local schools integrate the students very well into chareidi Israeli society. <br /> <br /> '''Shopping:'''<br /> <br /> The neighborhood has a shopping center with the following: A large supermarket that provides freshly stocked goods, a Sefarim Store, a toy store, sock store, shekel store, sheitel macher, and stationery shop. There is also a Meuhedet branch (medical insurance) pharmacy, and Klalit. <br /> <br /> '''Housing:'''<br /> <br /> There are many apartment buildings, suitable for 6-8 families. <br /> <br /> Also available are plenty of semi-detached houses and duplexes with private entrances. Every house in Givat Zev Hachadasha has a yard or large porch. <br /> <br /> A typical apartment can cost anywhere between 1.5 - 2.5 million NIS. depending on the size.<br /> <br /> Rent is around 3,000-6,000 NIS <br /> <br /> '''Transportation:'''<br /> <br /> With a 13-14 kilometer drive to Yerushalaim, there are 3 different bus lines/routes. On busy hours buses come frequently, normally every 10-15 minutes. It is approximately a half hour bus ride to Ramat Eshkol and 10-15 minutes maximum to the Ramot mall.<br /> <br /> With a car it's a little more than 10 minutes to Ramot (in yerushalaim) and about 20 minutes to the Mir Yeshiva.<br /> <br /> Residents (who contributed to this page) agree that owning a car definitely makes traveling easier, but it is not a necessity and the local transportation is very reliable and quick.  <br /> <br /> '''Climate:'''<br /> <br /> Givat Zev Hachadasha is located in a valley with lower elevation. The weather is similar to, although a few degrees lower than Yerushalaim. <br /> <br /> In general there is a nice breezy wind. <br /> <br /> Contacts:<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Communities&diff=30 2020-07-06T21:47:17Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>*[[Ma'aleh Amos]]<br /> *[[Givat Ze'ev|Givat Ze'ev Hach'dasha]]</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Communities&diff=29 2020-07-06T21:46:56Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>*[[Ma'aleh Amos]]<br /> *[[Givat Ze'ev]] Hach'dasha</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Givat_Ze%27ev&diff=28 2020-07-06T21:45:43Z

<p>Elisha: Added info</p> <hr /> <div>*'''Givat Zev Hachadasha:'''<br /> <br /> In 2004, the Givat  Zev Hachadasha neighborhood was built at the edge of the greater Jerusalem area, within the Givat Zev municipal district. <br /> <br /> '''General''':<br /> <br /> Over 900 families have already made their homes there and enjoy the great quality living, suburban open space, and a wonderful residential atmosphere which includes all the community services required by large frum families. <br /> <br /> '''Locals:'''<br /> <br /> There are around 25%-30% Anglos living in Givat Zev Hachadasha. Majority of them are a mixture of yeshivish and chassidish. <br /> <br /> Several families are Ba’alei Teshuvah, although they are very well integrated. <br /> <br /> Most of the residents are in kollel and some also work part time in various yeshivos and seminary’s. <br /> <br /> Some Olim continue their american jobs working from home. <br /> <br /> Many wives bring in the Parnassa while their husbands learn. The common denominator of the community is that most of the families started off learning in kollel for a few years, then went out to work. <br /> <br /> '''Shuls:'''<br /> <br /> There are about 12-13 shuls in the city.  <br /> <br /> Rav Wittenstein is the Rav of many Anglo families because he is American and speaks English, although his shul is run respectively in Hebrew. <br /> <br /> Rav Horowitz, who himself is Chassidish, has 2 shuls catered to the Israeili, “Bnei Yeshivish”. <br /> <br /> Rav Golan and Rav Kahana have a more Balabatish crowd. <br /> <br /> There are 4 Sefardi Rabanim, including one Moroccan. <br /> <br /> '''Programs:'''<br /> <br /> There are constant learning opportunities offered; Daf Yomi and Gemara Shiurim, plus a kollel also for the Balabatim. Additionally the local Neshai hosts various programs, Shiurim, and classes for women. <br /> <br /> Givat Zev Hachadasha is home to a large Belz community of 200 <br /> <br /> families, of which 5%-10% are Anglos. There is a Belz Cheder, gan, and they also have their own classes in the local Bais Yaakov. <br /> <br /> '''Chinuch:'''<br /> <br /> There are three Chederim, one Sefardi and two Litvish. All three are yeshivish Israeli Hebrew speaking. Girls attend the local Bais Yaakov which also has separate english classes. There are many preschools (gan) and daycares; government funded and private. The local schools integrate the students very well into chareidi Israeli society. <br /> <br /> '''Shopping:'''<br /> <br /> The neighborhood has a shopping center with the following: A large supermarket that provides freshly stocked goods, a Sefarim Store, a toy store, sock store, shekel store, sheitel macher, and stationery shop. There is also a Meuhedet branch (medical insurance) pharmacy, and Klalit. <br /> <br /> '''Housing:'''<br /> <br /> There are many apartment buildings, suitable for 6-8 families. <br /> <br /> Also available are plenty of semi-detached houses and duplexes with private entrances. Every house in Givat Zev Hachadasha has a yard or large porch. <br /> <br /> A typical apartment can cost anywhere between 1.5 - 2.5 million NIS. depending on the size.<br /> <br /> Rent is around 3,000-6,000 NIS <br /> <br /> '''Transportation:'''<br /> <br /> With a 13-14 kilometer drive to Yerushalaim, there are 3 different bus lines/routes. On busy hours buses come frequently, normally every 10-15 minutes. It is approximately a half hour bus ride to Ramat Eshkol and 10-15 minutes maximum to the Ramot mall.<br /> <br /> With a car it's a little more than 10 minutes to Ramot (in yerushalaim) and about 20 minutes to the Mir Yeshiva.<br /> <br /> Residents (who contributed to this page) agree that owning a car definitely makes traveling easier, but it is not a necessity and the local transportation is very reliable and quick.  <br /> <br /> '''Climate:'''<br /> <br /> Givat Zev Hachadasha is located in a valley with lower elevation. The weather is similar to, although a few degrees lower than Yerushalaim. <br /> <br /> In general there is a nice breezy wind. <br /> <br /> Contacts:<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Givat_Ze%27ev&diff=27 2020-07-06T21:45:17Z

<p>Elisha: </p> <hr /> <div>* '''Givat Zev Hachadasha:''' <br /> <br /> In 2004, the Givat  Zev Hachadasha neighborhood was built at the edge of the greater Jerusalem area, within the Givat Zev municipal district. <br /> <br /> '''General''':<br /> <br /> Over 900 families have already made their homes there and enjoy the great quality living, suburban open space, and a wonderful residential atmosphere which includes all the community services required by large frum families. <br /> <br /> '''Locals:'''<br /> <br /> There are around 25%-30% Anglos living in Givat Zev Hachadasha. Majority of them are a mixture of yeshivish and chassidish. <br /> <br /> Several families are Ba’alei Teshuvah, although they are very well integrated. <br /> <br /> Most of the residents are in kollel and some also work part time in various yeshivos and seminary’s. <br /> <br /> Some Olim continue their american jobs working from home. <br /> <br /> Many wives bring in the Parnassa while their husbands learn. The common denominator of the community is that most of the families started off learning in kollel for a few years, then went out to work. <br /> <br /> '''Shuls:'''<br /> <br /> There are about 12-13 shuls in the city.  <br /> <br /> Rav Wittenstein is the Rav of many Anglo families because he is American and speaks English, although his shul is run respectively in Hebrew. <br /> <br /> Rav Horowitz, who himself is Chassidish, has 2 shuls catered to the Israeili, “Bnei Yeshivish”. <br /> <br /> Rav Golan and Rav Kahana have a more Balabatish crowd. <br /> <br /> There are 4 Sefardi Rabanim, including one Moroccan. <br /> <br /> '''Programs:'''<br /> <br /> There are constant learning opportunities offered; Daf Yomi and Gemara Shiurim, plus a kollel also for the Balabatim. Additionally the local Neshai hosts various programs, Shiurim, and classes for women. <br /> <br /> Givat Zev Hachadasha is home to a large Belz community of 200 <br /> <br /> families, of which 5%-10% are Anglos. There is a Belz Cheder, gan, and they also have their own classes in the local Bais Yaakov. <br /> <br /> '''Chinuch:'''<br /> <br /> There are three Chederim, one Sefardi and two Litvish. All three are yeshivish Israeli Hebrew speaking. Girls attend the local Bais Yaakov which also has separate english classes. There are many preschools (gan) and daycares; government funded and private. The local schools integrate the students very well into chareidi Israeli society. <br /> <br /> '''Shopping:'''<br /> <br /> The neighborhood has a shopping center with the following: A large supermarket that provides freshly stocked goods, a Sefarim Store, a toy store, sock store, shekel store, sheitel macher, and stationery shop. There is also a Meuhedet branch (medical insurance) pharmacy, and Klalit. <br /> <br /> '''Housing:'''<br /> <br /> There are many apartment buildings, suitable for 6-8 families. <br /> <br /> Also available are plenty of semi-detached houses and duplexes with private entrances. Every house in Givat Zev Hachadasha has a yard or large porch. <br /> <br /> A typical apartment can cost anywhere between 1.5 - 2.5 million NIS. depending on the size.<br /> <br /> Rent is around 3,000-6,000 NIS <br /> <br /> '''Transportation:'''<br /> <br /> With a 13-14 kilometer drive to Yerushalaim, there are 3 different bus lines/routes. On busy hours buses come frequently, normally every 10-15 minutes. It is approximately a half hour bus ride to Ramat Eshkol and 10-15 minutes maximum to the Ramot mall.<br /> <br /> With a car it's a little more than 10 minutes to Ramot (in yerushalaim) and about 20 minutes to the Mir Yeshiva.<br /> <br /> Residents (who contributed to this page) agree that owning a car definitely makes traveling easier, but it is not a necessity and the local transportation is very reliable and quick.  <br /> <br /> '''Climate:'''<br /> <br /> Givat Zev Hachadasha is located in a valley with lower elevation. The weather is similar to, although a few degrees lower than Yerushalaim. <br /> <br /> In general there is a nice breezy wind. <br /> <br /> Contacts:<br /> <br /> Rav Landy 052-761-2476</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Communities&diff=26 2020-07-06T21:43:24Z

<p>Elisha: added link</p> <hr /> <div>*[[Ma'aleh Amos]]<br /> *[[Givat Ze'ev|Givat Ze'ev Hach'dasha]]</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Communities&diff=25 2020-07-06T21:39:35Z

<p>Elisha: added</p> <hr /> <div>*[[Ma'aleh Amos]]<br /> *[[Givat Ze'ev]]</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Givat_Ze%27ev&diff=24 2020-07-06T21:37:26Z

<p>Elisha: Created page with &quot;uhuhvuuhk&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>uhuhvuuhk</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ma%27aleh_Amos&diff=23 2020-07-06T21:28:34Z

<p>Elisha: Added more info</p> <hr /> <div>'''Ma'ale Amos''' (Hebrew: מַעֲלֵה עָמוֹס, lit ''Ascent of Amos'') is a Chareidi [[community]] ''yishuv'' located on the eastern slopes of the Yehuda Desert.<br /> <br /> Located 20 km southeast of Yerushalayim, at an elevation of 725 meters above sea level, it offers a magnificent view overlooking the Judean desert all the way to the Dead Sea. <br /> <br /> It falls under the jurisdiction of Gush Etzion Regional Council. In 2018 it had a population of 535.<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> The ''yishuv'' was established in 1981, and was named after the ''navi'' Amos, who lived in the village of Tekoa nearby.<br /> <br /> Although the town has undergone expansion throughout the years it still managed to maintain its suburban look and sense of community.<br /> <br /> ==Population==<br /> All residents identify themselves exclusively as Chareidi, though including very diverse types: ''baalebatim'', ''avreichim'', ''yeshivish'', ''chassidish'', ''frum''-from-birth, ''ba'alei teshuvah'', ''geirim'', etc.<br /> <br /> There are about 50 veteran families who have been recently joined by another about 50 who moved into newly constructed apartments. From the core group, about a third are English speakers.<br /> <br /> Up until recently, most of the residents were immigrants from the United States and Russia. Most of the original core group of the residents identify as Litvish, though there are Chassidim and Sephardim as well. The Chassidim include Amshinov, Breslov, and Boyan, and lately, an large contingent of Biala Chassidim.<br /> <br /> There are about 20 families of Biala Chassidim, and the Biala Rebbe has bought an apartment with the intention of settling here.<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim==<br /> Rav Ze’ev Charlop ''shlita'' is the ''rav'' of the community. A native of New York, Rav Charlap speaks fluent English, though the he delivers his ''shiurim'' in Hebrew.<br /> <br /> Rav Dovid Steinhaus, a native of England, is the ''rosh kollel''. He has authored numerous ''seforim'' in Hebrew and English.<br /> <br /> ==Shuls and other==<br /> The yishuv boasts two shuls, one Litvish (nusach Ashkenaz) and one Chassidish (Biala).<br /> <br /> The Yishuv also has its own mikveh taharah, <br /> <br /> ==Chinuch==<br /> There is a local ''Cheider'', elementary ''Bais Yaakov'', pre-schools, a library, ''shiurim'', learning programs for boys, workshops for boys, girls, and women.<br /> <br /> <br /> There are many organized shiurim for both men and women- in English and in Hebrew. The Rav gives a shiur on the parsha every Thursday, Additional learning opportunity’s are; Halacha Kollel, Daf Yomi, and Gemara Shiurim. <br /> <br /> The local youth are very active and the Yishuv organizes many events and functions for them, fostering a warm community atmosphere.<br /> <br /> <br /> The Yishuv also has an active Nishey for women (Noam), with special events every Rosh Chodesh.<br /> <br /> Elementary aged girls participate in the activity of “Bnos ” on weekdays and shabbos and children bring out their talents in the many Chugim (extra curricular classes) available. <br /> <br /> About every month a Oneg Shabbos is prepared for the yeshiva bochurim, and the men have a shiur every day. There is also a “gym” for the kindergarten age group.<br /> <br /> <br /> Ma’aleh Amos is also home to a large library including Hebrew and English books. The library is open to men and women separately on different days of the week.<br /> <br /> ==Climate==<br /> Ma’aleh Amos has a dry desert climate. Being a mountainous region, there is a steady breeze.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Housing==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;Over the years the town was built with three different housing projects.<br /> <br /> The original houses were built completely detached, each with a unique plan, layout and size. The second project was semi detached houses with a small yard, that<br /> <br /> started off with a grand “two for the price of one” deal. The third project was concrete units brought over and built from within. That was finished in 2001-2002. Additionally, there is great potential to build your own unique house.<br /> <br /> In 2015 construction started on the “Kiryat Nof” section which is set to house 180 housing units in total.<br /> <br /> As construction progresses many new housing units are put on the market. Fifty six housing units have already been completed and are inhabited; the remainder of the project is still under construction.<br /> <br /> Prices of apartments which are in the new expanded area start at 790,000 NIS for three rooms.<br /> <br /> A four room apartment with a garden will cost about NIS 94,000.<br /> <br /> villas and private homes will cost more.<br /> <br /> '''Please note:''' three rooms in Israel means two bedrooms in America because the living room is considered a room.<br /> <br /> ==Transportation==<br /> The Yishuv is about half an hour drive from southern Yerushalayim (45 minutes to Ramat Eshkol) and 25 minutes from Beitar.<br /> <br /> Residents who do not own a car, travel either by bus or organized van service. Buses travel around 5 times a day to Yerushalayim and, and the 20 seater van drives 5 times a day to Beitar. <br /> <br /> Local residents recommend having a car/vehicle to manage easily getting around.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Shopping==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;There is a small grocery store on premises with basic necessities and some frozen goods. It is open one hour in the mornings and two hours in the afternoons. Many families order their groceries by delivery from two online places; [https://www.lamehadrin.co.il/pages/homepage.aspx Yeshir l’mihadrin] and [https://www.sales.org.il/HomePage.aspx Hamichirah hakihilatit].<br /> <br /> Many of the residents do their shopping at the Gush Etzion shopping center located a mere 14 minutes away.<br /> <br /> ==Community Codes and Standards==<br /> In order to maintain the standard of their community the residents have set up an acceptance committee. <br /> <br /> Families interested in moving to the Yishuv have to fill out a form and apply, then there is a meeting (pre screening) with the town committee, after that the family is invited to spend a Shabbos in the community, then it is decided if they are to be accepted.<br /> <br /> <br /> The general criteria for acceptance: Real Bnei Torah who think behave and dress accordingly, with a שאיפה to grow, and be part of a community of ‘ עובדי ד. Modest dress according to chareidi standards, financial stability and a desire to participate and be involved with the community. <br /> <br /> <br /> ==Absorption==<br /> Since there aren't any “off the boat” families, the Yishuv does not have an Ulpan, or Matnas(Community center)- offering extra resources for Olim.<br /> <br /> Residents are extremely friendly and helpful yet they recommend new Olim start out in a more Americanized setting for a softer landing due to the culture shock of language and expectations they might experience.<br /> <br /> <br /> == Contact ==<br /> Mrs. Steinhouse 053-319-3138<br /> <br /> Mrs. Weinberg 02-9933308<br /> <br /> Email: shoshanaweinbergtranslator@gmail.com<br /> <br /> <br /> Housing Shmuel: 052-763-0544<br /> <br /> Email: 7630544@gmail.com</div>

Elisha https://lifeintheland.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ma%27aleh_Amos&diff=15 2020-07-02T19:28:03Z

<p>Elisha: Grammer and more info</p> <hr /> <div>'''Ma'ale Amos''' (Hebrew: מַעֲלֵה עָמוֹס, lit ''Ascent of Amos'') is a Chareidi [[community]] ''yishuv'' in the Yehuda Desert.<br /> <br /> Located 20 km southeast of Yerushalayim, at an elevation of 725 meters above sea level, it falls under the jurisdiction of Gush Etzion Regional Council. In 2018 it had a population of 535.<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> The ''yishuv'' was established in 1981, and was named after the ''navi'' Amos, who lived in the village of Tekoa nearby.<br /> <br /> ==Population==<br /> All residents identify themselves exclusively as Chareidi, though including very diverse types: ''baalebatim'', ''avreichim'', ''yeshivish'', ''chassidish'', ''frum''-from-birth, ''ba'alei teshuvah'', ''geirim'', etc.<br /> <br /> There are about 50 veteran families who have been recently joined by another about 50 who moved into newly constructed apartments. From the core group, about a third are English speakers.<br /> <br /> Up until recently, most of the residents were immigrants from the United States and Russia. Most of the original core group of the residents identify as Litvish, though there are Chassidim and Sephardim as well. The Chassidim include Amshinov, Breslov, and Boyan, and lately, an large contingent of Biala Chassidim.<br /> <br /> There are about 20 families of Biala Chassidim, and the Biala Rebbe has bought an apartment with the intention of settling here.<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Rabbonim==<br /> Rav Ze’ev Charlop ''shlita'' is the ''rav'' of the community. A native of New York, Rav Charlap speaks fluent English, though the he delivers his ''shiurim'' in Hebrew.<br /> <br /> Rav Dovid Steinhaus, a native of England, is the ''rosh kollel''. He has authored numerous ''seforim'' in Hebrew and English.<br /> <br /> ==Shuls and other==<br /> The yishuv boasts two shuls, one Litvish (nusach Ashkenaz) and one Chassidish (Biala).<br /> <br /> The Yishuv also has its own mikveh taharah, <br /> <br /> ==Chinuch==<br /> There is a local ''Cheider'', elementary ''Bais Yaakov'', pre-schools, a library, ''shiurim'', learning programs for boys, workshops for boys, girls, and women.<br /> <br /> ==Climate==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Housing==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Transportation==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Shopping==<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Community Codes and Standards==<br /> <br /> ==Absorption==</div>

Elisha