Honoring Yom Hazikaron in Atlanta's Schools

Honoring Yom Hazikaron in Atlanta's Schools

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    On Monday, May 5, Consul General Opher Aviran and Deputy Consul General Ron Brummer visited Jewish Day Schools in the Atlanta area.  They were joined by members of the Israeli Air Force stationed in the region.  The diplomats and officers spoke about the importance of Israel's Memorial Day to groups of students, teachers, and parents who gathered in auditoriums and gymnasiums. ​​​​
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    Picture: Deputy Consul General Ron Brummer speaks to students at Greenfield Hebrew Academy about his experiences in the Israel Defense Forces.  He shared with the students how important it is to remember the fallen soldiers who gave their lives so Israel can exist.


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    Picture: CG Opher Aviran delivers his remarks to a group of students at the Epstein School.  He stressed how important it is to learn about Israel and why we remember the lives of fallen soldiers and victims of terror.  He challenged each student to visit and be the future of Israel.