We know that the process of Bar/Bat Mitzvah can be a bit overwhelming. In an attempt to simplify the logistics and focus on the significance of the ceremony, we have put together a timeline of appointments leading up to the big day. This timeline can also be found on page 1 of the parent manual. When
| What
| Contact Person
| | When Your child is in 4th Grade | You will receive your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah date. | Lillie Janko,
Assistant Executive Director
404-252-3073 , ext. 317
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| | 1 year prior | Student and family meet with Rabbi Segal to check Hebrew proficiency and discuss the ceremony. Student will receive
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Notebook at this time. If interested in having social event at Temple Sinai, rent hall. | Rachel Trope
B’nei Mitzvah Coordinator
404-252-3073 , ext. 334
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Lillie Janko | | 7-8 months prior | Rachel Trope calls family to schedule clergy and tutoring appointments. | Rachel Trope | | 6-7 months prior | Student begins meeting with tutor weekly for 30-minute tutoring lessons.
*If you child’s tutoring falls during the summer and he/she will be away, please let Rachel Trope know ASAP! Parents meet with Assistant Executive Director to review all administrative details/ policies (including Kiddush luncheon and other weekend events). If joint service, this is done with both families together. | Rachel Trope
Lillie Janko | | 3 Months prior | Student meets with Rabbi Segal and Rabbi Perry to discuss and write D’var Torah. | Rachel Trope | | 2 Months prior | Student meets with Rabbi Levenberg to assess progress. If double ceremony, both students are present. | Rachel Trope | | 6 Weeks prior | Mitzvah Projects completed and handed in to Rabbi Levenberg. | Rachel Trope, Rabbi Levenberg | | 3 Weeks prior | Parents submit “Personal Words of Welcome” and list of honors. Place announcement in Atlanta Jewish Times. (May be done online.) Optional (www.atlantajewishtimes.com) | Rachel Trope | | 2 weeks prior | Full rehearsal in sanctuary for approximately one hour with Rabbi Levenberg. If double ceremony, both students are present. | Rachel Trope | Week of Bar/ Bat Mitzvah | Full rehearsal the day before the ceremony in the sanctuary with rabbi. Family pictures can be taken at rehearsal. Clergy will be available from 9:40 AM to 10:00 AM for pictures with the Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Please make arrangements with Lillie Janko and Rachel Trope. | Rachel Trope |
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