On the eve of Lag B’Omer, Levi Yitzchak Schneerson Jewish Lyceum No. 144, the leading educational institution of the Jewish Community of Dnipro, held a class as part of the city-wide “Children Without Borders” project, aimed at the socialization and support of children with special educational needs and their parents, which is part of the lyceum’s systematic work in the field of inclusive education.
In preparation for the holiday, the lyceum held a creative master class bringing together children with special educational needs and their parents. During the workshop, participants, led by Aliza Rabinovich, Deputy Director for Jewish Traditions, created an interactive “bonfire” as a symbol of the approaching Lag B’Omer holiday. This allowed them to combine their introduction to Jewish traditions with practical activities and collaborative creativity.
The activity was particularly significant due to its therapeutic component, as breathing exercises were used during the activity, with the children “fanning” the fire they had created. This helps reduce stress and promote emotional balance, transforming the creative task into a tool for gentle psychological support and adaptation.
The Jewish Lyceum’s participation in the “Children Without Borders” project demonstrates that the educational institution of the Jewish Community of Dnipro not only provides a high level of education but also actively participates in city initiatives aimed at supporting children and their families, creating a space in which every child has the opportunity to realize their potential and feel part of a shared environment.
“We strive to ensure that each lesson offers not only educational but also profound personal value for children and their parents,” noted Aliza Rabinovich, the Lyceum’s Deputy Director for Jewish Traditions. “We are grateful to all project participants and those who make such initiatives possible. We also express our sincere appreciation for the ongoing support of the Jewish Community of Dnipro, under the leadership of Chief Rabbi Shmuel Kaminezki.”
