Brandeis School to Unveil New Playground

On June 14^th, 2011, at 10am, The Brandeis School, in Lawrence, NY, will be celebrating the formal opening of its new 5,000 square foot playground, which includes state of the art play structures, a fitness center and a gaga pit.  

This special celebration will also honor the memory of Rabbi Udi Fogel, his wife Ruth and three children whose lives were tragically cut short this past March, in Itamar, Israel. A bench overlooking the playground will be dedicated in their names.  

As part of this dedication ceremony, students will be planting flowers in memory of The Fogel Family. We want all who play here to feel the deep connection to The Brandeis School, to Israel and a sense of community and love for our fellow man.  

Two playground benches have been donated by The Kogan Family, who are parents of the school.    

The second bench will be named in honor of Martin Kogan (grandfather of Marti, Max, Leah, Abigail and Benjamin Kogan) and Moe D. Karash, late husband of Dr. Mildred David. Dr. David was the Principal of The Brandeis School for many years before retiring last June.    

Local rabbis and community leaders have been invited, and are scheduled to attend.