Over 50 alumni returned to the Tomchei Tmimim Ocean Parkway campus last Thursday night for an evening of connection. Students stepped back into their classrooms with old photos and reenacted unforgettable moments from their years in yeshiva.
The night began as alumni, home from Mesivtas and Yeshivas around the world for Pesach bein hazmanim, were welcomed by the staff and treated to a lavish BBQ.
As everyone enjoyed the food and reconnected with childhood friends, The Program Director, Rabbi Gorman, shared a letter from the Rebbe about Pesach, followed by talmidim who prepared some words. One shared a D’var Torah about the contrast between Chometz and Matza and its relevance today, while others reflected on their time at TTOP, the memories they cherish, and their gratitude for the school’s warm and intentional approach.
Participants were then given a survey and contact information sheet to help strengthen connections and stay updated about future alumni events. The principal, Rabbi Lifshitz, distributed printouts of old photos from their years at TTOP, and memories quickly came flooding back. Laughter filled the yard as everyone recalled the stories behind those captured moments.
The evening concluded with alumni breaking into groups and heading into the classrooms and hallways to reenact those memories and capture new photos using disposable cameras.
Ocean Parkway is not just an elementary school that you graduate; it’s a place to call home. A home that will always welcome its talmidim with open arms.
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What a beautiful reunion!!
Thank you Rabbi Lifshitz and all those that arranged this beautiful reunion.
My son really enjoyed it and it is such a special connection for the Bachurim to get together.
Yasher Koach