Michael Wald’s Chaburah on Kollel has been incredible, even though it is only his first summer as a Madrich on Kollel (second year as staff). Michael went to Maimonides School from K–12, then Yeshivat Shaalvim for two more years, and is set to attend Yeshiva University, where he is looking to continue to grow in his Avodas Hashem. Even though he came all the way from Boston, Massachusetts, he has still been able to impact the Jewish community through NCSY, his high school, and much more.
No Chaburah can compare to Michael Wald’s. From their everyday Chaburas to their weekly Torah Bowl competitions and everything in between, this Chaburah is truly one of a kind. Ilan Goldsmith, hailing from the depths of Florida and attending Ohr HaTorah, impacts every single day with his incredible and thoughtful comments in every discussion that arises in Chaburah. Eliyahu Polstein, coming all the way from Chicago and a student at Fasman Yeshiva High School “The Yeshiva,” brings his energy every day with everything that comes his way, regardless of the context or topic. Moe Goldstein, from deep inside the Five Towns in Woodmere, NY, and attending Rambam Mesivta, shows off his excellent abilities in understanding everything they learn, while also contributing new ideas that spice up every single Chaburah. Ari Zurndorfer, hailing from West Hempstead, brings his quiet intensity which not only contributes to the atmosphere of the Chaburah but also elevates everyone around him. Together, they make up a dynamic Chaburah that continues to grow and learn every day while also having an incredible time together.
Michael’s Chaburah is focusing on Hilchos Shabbos L’Maaseh. For example, “Is there an issue with training your dog to turn on the TV for you on Shabbos?” In short, they are learning the basics of all the Melachos of Shabbos through modern-day examples. The Chaburah encompasses many aspects from all over Hilchos Shabbos, viewed through the lens of intriguing contemporary shailos. By the end of the summer, they should all have the skills and knowledge to view Shabbos through a halachic lens, impacting their Shabbos for the better.
The summer’s not yet over, and they have plenty more to accomplish and experience together.
