Community Life and Events
A second family. A second home. For students, for families, for alumni, for grandparents and special friends. As our students move through the world, they never lose sight of the lessons that shaped them for a lifetime and we invite you to be a part of their journey at Bernard Zell.
![Participate in Creating Blessing Bags for the Homeless on Sunday, November 6]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664818330/bernardzellorg/xwp48zfsa5pmmjajoaud/manishma0921_blessing.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664818330/bernardzellorg/xwp48zfsa5pmmjajoaud/manishma0921_blessing.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664818330/bernardzellorg/xwp48zfsa5pmmjajoaud/manishma0921_blessing.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664818330/bernardzellorg/xwp48zfsa5pmmjajoaud/manishma0921_blessing.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1664818330/bernardzellorg/xwp48zfsa5pmmjajoaud/manishma0921_blessing.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1664818330/bernardzellorg/xwp48zfsa5pmmjajoaud/manishma0921_blessing.png","width":1920}])
PTC Yad b'Yad Committee
The Yad B’Yad PTC Committee is partnering with Project I Am to create Blessing Bags benefiting the patrons of the Common Pantry. Common Pantry meets the emergency needs of our local community by providing support to help overcome poverty-related challenges.
![Now Accepting 2023-24 Sibling Applications]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1662573735/bernardzellorg/sancdbbx30ttgl1bf7ds/MaNishma0907_sib.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1662573735/bernardzellorg/sancdbbx30ttgl1bf7ds/MaNishma0907_sib.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1662573735/bernardzellorg/sancdbbx30ttgl1bf7ds/MaNishma0907_sib.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1662573735/bernardzellorg/sancdbbx30ttgl1bf7ds/MaNishma0907_sib.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1662573735/bernardzellorg/sancdbbx30ttgl1bf7ds/MaNishma0907_sib.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1662573735/bernardzellorg/sancdbbx30ttgl1bf7ds/MaNishma0907_sib.png","width":1920}])
- Admissions
- PTC
Rebecca Frazin-Chan, Director of Admissions
We are pleased to share that sibling applications for the 2023-24 school year at Bernard Zell are OPEN! The application can be found by clicking the button below.
![A Tribute to Karen Manilow's 19 Years of Dedication to Bernard Zell]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663794444/bernardzellorg/m8a7ypjgcqok6btialth/manishma0921_mani.gif","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663794444/bernardzellorg/m8a7ypjgcqok6btialth/manishma0921_mani.gif","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663794444/bernardzellorg/m8a7ypjgcqok6btialth/manishma0921_mani.gif","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1663794444/bernardzellorg/m8a7ypjgcqok6btialth/manishma0921_mani.gif","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663794444/bernardzellorg/m8a7ypjgcqok6btialth/manishma0921_mani.gif","width":1440}])
JoAnn Wexler Social Fund
Our JoAnn Wexler Social Fund is requesting our community's participation in a video "Tribute" to Ms. Manilow—an unforgettable gift that will share our collective love and appreciation for her 19 years at Bernard Zell. Click 'read more' to learn how!
![Bernard Zell and Cradles to Crayons Coat Drive🧣]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663768765/bernardzellorg/zhkkoflqx2vafdenwium/manishma0921_coatdrive2.gif","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663768765/bernardzellorg/zhkkoflqx2vafdenwium/manishma0921_coatdrive2.gif","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663768765/bernardzellorg/zhkkoflqx2vafdenwium/manishma0921_coatdrive2.gif","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1663768765/bernardzellorg/zhkkoflqx2vafdenwium/manishma0921_coatdrive2.gif","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663768765/bernardzellorg/zhkkoflqx2vafdenwium/manishma0921_coatdrive2.gif","width":1440}])
PTC Yad b'Yad Committee
Please bring your gently used or new children's coats (infant up to adult-size medium), hats, and scarves. Volunteers will be collecting these items in the car drop-off line on the morning of Thursday, October 20 and Friday, October 21.
![Athletics Booster Club is Back! October 12 and 13]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664716421/bernardzellorg/vqekwntb0vhumejqfi70/manishma0921_booster2.gif","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664716421/bernardzellorg/vqekwntb0vhumejqfi70/manishma0921_booster2.gif","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664716421/bernardzellorg/vqekwntb0vhumejqfi70/manishma0921_booster2.gif","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664716421/bernardzellorg/vqekwntb0vhumejqfi70/manishma0921_booster2.gif","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1664716421/bernardzellorg/vqekwntb0vhumejqfi70/manishma0921_booster2.gif","width":1440}])
Kyle Sheahan, Director of Athletics & Physical Education
Our Booster Club is back! We are thrilled to welcome back our ever-popular Booster Club for our first Booster games since 2020. All 1st-5th graders are invited to come cheer on our EAGLES right here at Bernard Zell.
![jBaby Chicago at BZ: Sign-Up Today and Tell Your Friends!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664382322/bernardzellorg/nobly8ta4quaaumjxrbr/jbaby2022_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664382322/bernardzellorg/nobly8ta4quaaumjxrbr/jbaby2022_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664382322/bernardzellorg/nobly8ta4quaaumjxrbr/jbaby2022_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664382322/bernardzellorg/nobly8ta4quaaumjxrbr/jbaby2022_1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1664382322/bernardzellorg/nobly8ta4quaaumjxrbr/jbaby2022_1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1664382322/bernardzellorg/nobly8ta4quaaumjxrbr/jbaby2022_1.png","width":1920}])
- Jewish Life
Rebecca Bloom, Assistant Director of Admissions & Marketing
Be Joyful! Invite your friends and join members of our faculty and staff for Shabbat Shira: celebrate Jewish traditions and shira (songs) about Shabbat!
![Be Rockin': Welcome Concert for New Families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1655317648/bernardzellorg/gsmvrbjkbmsrudhlqiga/Welcome_Rockin5.gif","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1655317648/bernardzellorg/gsmvrbjkbmsrudhlqiga/Welcome_Rockin5.gif","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1655317648/bernardzellorg/gsmvrbjkbmsrudhlqiga/Welcome_Rockin5.gif","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1655317648/bernardzellorg/gsmvrbjkbmsrudhlqiga/Welcome_Rockin5.gif","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1655317648/bernardzellorg/gsmvrbjkbmsrudhlqiga/Welcome_Rockin5.gif","width":1440}])
- School Events
Rebecca Frazin-Chan, Director of Admissions
If you have not already submitted your RSVP, please do so now by clicking the button below. Also, be sure to read through the important reminders below before tonight's concert. We can't wait to see you there!
![Reserve Your Seats: Class of 2022 Graduation Ceremony on June 14]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654712638/bernardzellorg/fjcmoj0yg3yggvhk9v45/Web_gradjune.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654712638/bernardzellorg/fjcmoj0yg3yggvhk9v45/Web_gradjune.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654712638/bernardzellorg/fjcmoj0yg3yggvhk9v45/Web_gradjune.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654712638/bernardzellorg/fjcmoj0yg3yggvhk9v45/Web_gradjune.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1654712638/bernardzellorg/fjcmoj0yg3yggvhk9v45/Web_gradjune.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654712638/bernardzellorg/fjcmoj0yg3yggvhk9v45/Web_gradjune.png","width":1920}])
- Academics
Stephanie Bloom, Head of Middle School
We hope you will join us in giving the Class of 2022 a fond farewell and best wishes for their next adventures!
![Save Time and Order Your 2022-23 School Supply Lists with BZ]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654715092/bernardzellorg/h9wkbvnjxvvd7lfsyrcu/SummerComms2021.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654715092/bernardzellorg/h9wkbvnjxvvd7lfsyrcu/SummerComms2021.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654715092/bernardzellorg/h9wkbvnjxvvd7lfsyrcu/SummerComms2021.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654715092/bernardzellorg/h9wkbvnjxvvd7lfsyrcu/SummerComms2021.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1654715092/bernardzellorg/h9wkbvnjxvvd7lfsyrcu/SummerComms2021.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654715092/bernardzellorg/h9wkbvnjxvvd7lfsyrcu/SummerComms2021.png","width":1920}])
- Academics
- School Events
Bernard Zell PTC
Our amazing PTC has streamlined school supply
Community News
Rebecca Frazin-Chan, Director of Admissions
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about Now Accepting 2023-24 Sibling Applications
JoAnn Wexler Social Fund
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about A Tribute to Karen Manilow's 19 Years of Dedication to Bernard Zell
![Framing Our Future Alumni Spotlight: Matt Brodsky '15]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663770916/bernardzellorg/bjwfwb78dnbke5frz2em/manishma0921_brodsky2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663770916/bernardzellorg/bjwfwb78dnbke5frz2em/manishma0921_brodsky2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663770916/bernardzellorg/bjwfwb78dnbke5frz2em/manishma0921_brodsky2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1663770916/bernardzellorg/bjwfwb78dnbke5frz2em/manishma0921_brodsky2.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1663770916/bernardzellorg/bjwfwb78dnbke5frz2em/manishma0921_brodsky2.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663770916/bernardzellorg/bjwfwb78dnbke5frz2em/manishma0921_brodsky2.png","width":1920}])
Rachel Charlip, Assistant Director of Development
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about Framing Our Future Alumni Spotlight: Matt Brodsky '15
![Mazel Tovs and Condolences]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1662051900/bernardzellorg/revjr1maef0fam7ook0c/ChesedAnnouncements22-23.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1662051900/bernardzellorg/revjr1maef0fam7ook0c/ChesedAnnouncements22-23.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1662051900/bernardzellorg/revjr1maef0fam7ook0c/ChesedAnnouncements22-23.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1662051900/bernardzellorg/revjr1maef0fam7ook0c/ChesedAnnouncements22-23.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1662051900/bernardzellorg/revjr1maef0fam7ook0c/ChesedAnnouncements22-23.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1662051900/bernardzellorg/revjr1maef0fam7ook0c/ChesedAnnouncements22-23.png","width":1920}])
BZ Chesed Committee
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about Mazel Tovs and Condolences
Rebecca Bloom, Assistant Director of Admissions & Marketing
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about jBaby Chicago at BZ: Sign-Up Today and Tell Your Friends!
![Back-to-School Nights 2022-23]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661283844/bernardzellorg/db6plpqert7nuoa8y8yq/drophero11.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661283844/bernardzellorg/db6plpqert7nuoa8y8yq/drophero11.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1661283844/bernardzellorg/db6plpqert7nuoa8y8yq/drophero11.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1661283844/bernardzellorg/db6plpqert7nuoa8y8yq/drophero11.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1661283844/bernardzellorg/db6plpqert7nuoa8y8yq/drophero11.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661283844/bernardzellorg/db6plpqert7nuoa8y8yq/drophero11.png","width":1920}])
Karen Leavitt, Head of Lower School
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about Back-to-School Nights 2022-23
![First Day of School PTC Welcome Back]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661533461/bernardzellorg/f1plxtzodkefb89zdj3q/Slides_white1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661533461/bernardzellorg/f1plxtzodkefb89zdj3q/Slides_white1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1661533461/bernardzellorg/f1plxtzodkefb89zdj3q/Slides_white1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1661533461/bernardzellorg/f1plxtzodkefb89zdj3q/Slides_white1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1661533461/bernardzellorg/f1plxtzodkefb89zdj3q/Slides_white1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661533461/bernardzellorg/f1plxtzodkefb89zdj3q/Slides_white1.png","width":1920}])
Ericka Thacker, PTC President
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about First Day of School PTC Welcome Back
![RSVP for New Parent Orientation on Thursday, August 18]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1658860354/bernardzellorg/khllmbbmqmkzvlqay6kv/BeInformed_0721_NPO.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1658860354/bernardzellorg/khllmbbmqmkzvlqay6kv/BeInformed_0721_NPO.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1658860354/bernardzellorg/khllmbbmqmkzvlqay6kv/BeInformed_0721_NPO.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1658860354/bernardzellorg/khllmbbmqmkzvlqay6kv/BeInformed_0721_NPO.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1658860354/bernardzellorg/khllmbbmqmkzvlqay6kv/BeInformed_0721_NPO.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1658860354/bernardzellorg/khllmbbmqmkzvlqay6kv/BeInformed_0721_NPO.png","width":1920}])
Rebecca Bloom, Assistant Director of Marketing & Admissions
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about RSVP for New Parent Orientation on Thursday, August 18
Calendar
Tuesday Schedule
all day
Bring your Morning Brew
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Erev Sukkot
all day
Sukkot - No School
all day
Annual Events at Bernard Zell
- State of the School Program
- Day of Giving
- Zell Talks
- Leona Malotsky Hanukkah Music Festival
- Annual Fundraiser
- Spirit Week and Purim
- Passover
- Yom Ha'Atzmaut
- Day of Service
- Special Friends' Day
- Tiyul
- 8th-Grade Graduation
