[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 140 (Thursday, October 8, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S12026]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RUTH AND MAX ALPERIAN SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL

 Mr. CHAFEE. Mr. President, next month a very special school 
will be celebrating its 20th anniversary. On November 15th, 1978, the 
Ruth and Max Alperian Schechter Day School in Providence, Rhode Island 
opened its doors to ten students. Today, its classrooms are filled with 
over 230 students, and it is one of the fastest growing Jewish 
institutions in Rhode Island.
  The Ruth and Max Alperian Schechter Day School is a state accredited, 
egalitarian, conservative Jewish Day School serving children from 
kindergarten through grade eight. In addition to having a fine 
reputation for providing its students with a well-rounded education, 
the Alperian Schechter Day School also focuses on academic growth, 
ethical values, and Jewish identity. Its academic programs are both 
rich and challenging in general and Judaic studies.
  Recognizing that a partnership with parents is essential to the 
education of our youngsters, the Alperian Schechter Day School 
continues to promote open communication with families. As a community 
of learners, the entire school body works together to create a 
community of successful, well-rounded members while encouraging 
continued learning and increased participation in school activities.
  In fact, students from the Alperian Schechter Day School continue to 
build on their education, even after graduating. As academic advisors 
work with families and students to ensure future success, Alperian 
Schechter Day School graduates have gone on to attend a variety of 
colleges and universities including, Yale University, Harvard 
University, University of Rhode Island, Georgetown University, Rhode 
Island School of Design, and many, many other fine institutions of 
higher learning. In addition, students have had the opportunity to 
serve as interns in our nation's capital, build houses with Habitat for 
Humanity, and work with disabled children.
  In closing, I want to congratulate the Ruth and Max Alperian 
Schechter Day School on its 20th Anniversary and hope for its continued 
success in providing academic excellence to our youngsters.

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