November 2025, Kislev 5786
As Areyvut continues into its 23rd year, I find myself reflecting with deep gratitude on how far this project—and the people who make it possible—have come. What began decades ago with Fred Claar’s vision of bringing the weekly Parsha to life through accessible, values-driven learning has grown into a living legacy that continues to inspire educators, parents and students alike.
The 5785 cycle during 2024-2025 builds upon the foundation laid last year by Kayla Goldberger, now Kayla Goldberger Weiss. We wish her mazal tov on her recent marriage and continued blessings and success. Her insightful reflections helped us navigate a time of heartbreak and resilience. Kayla’s ability to connect eternal Torah truths to the lived experiences of Am Yisrael—especially amid war, uncertainty and spiritual challenge—remains a source of strength and comfort. I am deeply grateful that she continued to develop new content this past year, once again demonstrating the timeless relevance of Torah and its power to speak to our modern struggles and hopes.
This material continues to reflect Areyvut’s mission: to make Jewish values tangible and actionable. Each Parsha offers both timeless lessons and practical ways to translate those ideas into daily life—at home, in school and throughout the commUNITY. As always, our goal is not only to learn but to live the Torah’s message with kindness, a sense of purpose and conviction.
My heartfelt thanks go to Fred Claar for his vision and generosity of spirit, to Kayla Goldberger Weiss for her depth, creativity and dedication and to Rena Ray for her elegant design and partnership in bringing these ideas to life visually.
As we move through 5786, we continue to pray for the safe return of all the hostages, for the protection of our chayalim and for true peace and unity for Am Yisrael. May these weekly reflections remind us that even in challenging times, Torah remains our guide, our anchor and our shared source of hope.
Am Yisrael Chai.
Daniel Rothner
Founder & Director, Areyvut
