Pacesetter
To the incomparable Moreh Moshe:
We feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to learn from you, lucky to have been among your first students, and privileged to have watched and supported from the sidelines as you led the school to new heights. You have left such a lasting impact on so many students and families, including ours, over your three decades at HAMC/GRTWA.
Your teachings will continue to stay with us and your legacy will live on for generations after you walk out of the school's doors.
Your teachings will continue to stay with us and your legacy will live on for generations after you walk out of the school's doors.
Todah rabah!
With immense gratitude and admiration,
The Bergman and Hakakian Families
(AKA HaParsim)
Pacesetter
Moshe, your leadership has honored the vision
of the founding families while guiding
Gottesman RTW Academy to new heights.
of the founding families while guiding
Gottesman RTW Academy to new heights.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to
our students, families, faculty, and the
future of Jewish education.
our students, families, faculty, and the
future of Jewish education.
Bill Rubenstein
Pacesetter
Pacesetter
For twenty years, you have been the heart,
soul, and steady hand guiding GRTWA forward.
soul, and steady hand guiding GRTWA forward.
Thank you for your leadership, your unwavering
commitment to Jewish education, and your
devotion to every student, family, and teacher
who has walked through our doors.
commitment to Jewish education, and your
devotion to every student, family, and teacher
who has walked through our doors.
Your impact is woven into the fabric of this
community and will continue to inspire
generations to come.
community and will continue to inspire
generations to come.
Paula Gottesman
Pacesetter
Dr. Moshe: For decades you have been an awesome leader.
You will be very missed, but you leave a legacy of inspirational guidance. May this next phase of your life bring you great and well-deserved happiness.
Mazel Tov on this honor which recognizes your exemplary contributions.
Lynne and Judi, the Harrison Women
Guardian
MOSHE VAKNIN
You have fulfilled Ben Zoma's Instruction:
From all your teachers you have gained knowledge.
Pirkei Avot 4:1
From all your teachers you have gained knowledge.
Pirkei Avot 4:1
Thank you for your leadership, thoughtfulness,
ruach, and years of commitment to GRTWA.
ruach, and years of commitment to GRTWA.
And thank you to all of the teachers, staff, administrators, members of the Board of Trustees, volunteers, parents and students who helped make your years a success.
Beverly & Ira Hammer, Hilary Hammer Kurlansky '01,
and Jeremy Hammer '04
Guardian
Moshe,
We are forever grateful for your wisdom, guidance,
deep commitment, and mostly your ruach!
You shaped each of our lives in very special ways.
Todah Rabah!
Kim Hirsh, Elana Widmann Schoenbrum '06,
Zack Widmann '08, Sara Widmann '11
Kim Hirsh and Family
Chai
Mazal Tov to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your
well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength to Strength.
David Beck & Lillesol Kane
Chai
With heartfelt gratitude to Moshe whose leadership, vision, and dedication have shaped Gottesman RTW Academy into a remarkable place of learning and community. It has been one of my greatest honors to work with you and watch all my children thrive under your guidance.
Arlyn Rayfield and Marty Schayowitz
Chai
The founding families would be kvelling over the extraordinary journey you led this school on!
Thank you for guiding GRTWA with heart, vision, music, and just the right amount of your mothers wisdom, while educating our children - and generations of Jewish students - with purpose and love.
Thank you for guiding GRTWA with heart, vision, music, and just the right amount of your mothers wisdom, while educating our children - and generations of Jewish students - with purpose and love.
Because of you, this school is stronger, more joyful, and deeply connected to Jewish life and Israel.
Your influence is woven into the fabric of this school and community, and your legacy will continue to inspire for generations to come.
Mazal Tov on your retirement and as you always remind us, it's all connected.
Your influence is woven into the fabric of this school and community, and your legacy will continue to inspire for generations to come.
Mazal Tov on your retirement and as you always remind us, it's all connected.
Naomi '79 and Jason Bacharach
Sam '11 and Sarah '12
Chai
Mazal tov and todah rabah
Moshe for watching over and
loving our grandchildren for
so many years.
Moshe for watching over and
loving our grandchildren for
so many years.
Meri and Sol Barer
Chai
Moshe,
Celebrating 20 years as Head of School
and more than 30 years in this community.
You have inspired generations of Jewish children and we are so proud to celebrate you. Thank you for your leadership and mazal tov on your retirement.
B'hatzlacha,
Barney Katchen and Vicki Morrison
Chai
I'm so proud of the legacy you've built,
and looking forward to our next chapter together.
Love you,
Beth
Chai
Dearest Moshe, Mazal Tov on your well-deserved honor! We have been so fortunate to have you as the Head of School and as a close friend. For our last 18 years, you have been instrumental in shaping the character of our children. You have been an incredible leader of our community and with passion, strength, wisdom, and derech-eretz, you have guided us through happy and challenging times. We wish you a wonderful future in Florida and much joy in your next chapter, along with Beth, Jesse, and Roy.
With much love - Shimon, Dora,
Gabriel '15, Maurice '17, Aidan '21, and Ava '26
Chai
"Marbeh Torah, marbeh chayim" -
More Torah brings more life.
Your decades of leadership brought both: learning, purpose, and heart.
Our community is stronger because of you, and your successor will have very large shoes to fill.
Jackie Holubka and Gil Mayor
Chai
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your
well-deserved honor.
well-deserved honor.
Thank you for helping to shape our children
into the people they are today.
into the people they are today.
May you go from Strength to Strength.
Marit, Jason, Griffin and Emma Halper
Chai
Yasher Koach, Moshe!
We are so grateful for all you have done for
Gottesman RTW Academy and for our family.
Gottesman RTW Academy and for our family.
Wishing you health and happiness and wonderful
things in your retirement.
things in your retirement.
Sue Och & Cantor Brian Kalver
Chai
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin.
We thank you for your vision, leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Kovler Family
Chai
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin.
We thank you for your vision,
leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Skip & Louise Levine
Chai
Congratulations to Dr. Moshe Vaknin.
We thank you for your vision, leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Heidi and Steven Lurensky
Chai
Mazal Tov to our friend Dr. Moshe Vaknin on his retirement from Gottesman RTW Academy. Your dedication and impact on the school community have been truly meaningful. Wishing you health, happiness, and success in your all your future endeavors.
With esteem,
Amir & Naama Hadar, Jonathan & Ana Weizman
Mountain Lakes Management
Chai
Chai
Chai
Mazal Tov to GRTWA
on 60 years of educating Jewish children
and Mazal Tov to Moshe
on his well deserved retirement.
May the school and Moshe always go from strength to strength.
Lee and Linda Rosenbaum
Philip '96 and Emily '00
Chai
We salute Gottesman RTW Academy
on 60 years of educating students.
Congratulations to Dr. Moshe Vaknin on his retirement.
Rosie's Italian Kitchen
Chai
Mazal Tov Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your well-
deserved honor.
deserved honor.
Your ahavat Yisrael has been a guiding light
for GRTWA. Thank you for your dedication,
warmth, and wisdom.
for GRTWA. Thank you for your dedication,
warmth, and wisdom.
May your next chapter be filled with health,
joy, and new adventures.
joy, and new adventures.
You will be missed!
Philip, Stacey, Alex, Lily '21 and Alana '23
Rubinfeld
Chai
Thank you Moshe for your amazing leadership in
educating our children!
educating our children!
Your impact on our lives is enduring.
May you go from strength to strength!
Gregg and Gerri
Sam '14, Noa '16
Russo
Chai
Congratulations to GRTWA on 60 years
and
Mazal Tov to Moshe on his retirement.
The Geller Family
Chai
Congratulations to the Class of 2026
You worked hard, You played hard, You filled the GRTWA halls with Shmaltz
We wish you all the best in the future and we are so proud of all of you.
Nomi Meiner Samson Dudek
Landon Dudek Ava Korish
Sam Krysko Sarah Krysko
Abby Lazo Oren Avdaev
Max Levenson Marley Norin
Andie Shrem Andrew Kovler
Lital Knoll David Knoll
Mia Russo Jonathan Pawlikowski
KK Stein Boaz Kalter
Aaron Grewal Oren Avdaev
Steve and Beena Levy
Landon Dudek Ava Korish
Sam Krysko Sarah Krysko
Abby Lazo Oren Avdaev
Max Levenson Marley Norin
Andie Shrem Andrew Kovler
Lital Knoll David Knoll
Mia Russo Jonathan Pawlikowski
KK Stein Boaz Kalter
Aaron Grewal Oren Avdaev
Steve and Beena Levy
Chai
Thank You Moreh Moshe
For 30+ years you have nurtured our children
For 30+ years you have led our flock
For 30+ years you have inspired the next generation of Jewish leaders
For 30+ years you have given so much of yourself
For 30+ years you have kept the GRTWA ship moving forward
For 30+ years you have kept the GRTWA ship moving forward
For 30+ years you have lit flames inside hundreds of young hearts
For 30+ years you filled our school with Torah and Ruach
The time has come for you to enjoy life with Beth and we couldn't be more proud to call you our friend
With love and admiration and immense gratitude-and just a little bit of sadness-we wish you all the best on your retirement
Beena and Steve
Beena and Steve
Chai
Warmest congratulations to Dr. Moshe Vaknin!
Thank you for giving so much of your time,
energy, and incredible spirit to GRTWA. As
your legacy endures, enjoy your
well-deserved retirement!
energy, and incredible spirit to GRTWA. As
your legacy endures, enjoy your
well-deserved retirement!
With gratitude,
Joy, Jonathan, Zachary '18 and Charlotte '21 Sussman
Chai
Moreh Moshe, "Eizeh Yofi, Eizeh Yofi!!"
Heartfelt gratitude for your wisdom,
leadership, and friendship.
leadership, and friendship.
May you go from strength to strength!
Kathy and Steven, Sarah '06 and Josh, Sheila
and Zev, Shane '08 and Marlee, Bibi and Avi,
Esther '10, Elias '12 and Gabriella'15
and Zev, Shane '08 and Marlee, Bibi and Avi,
Esther '10, Elias '12 and Gabriella'15
The Neibart Family
Chai
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin
on your well-deserved honor.
on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength
to Strength.
to Strength.
The Zairi Family
Chai
Mazal Tov, Moshe!
We will always be grateful for your support
with our family and all the hard work over the
years in the school.
with our family and all the hard work over the
years in the school.
You will be missed by us.
Rony, Aline and David Treger Najman
Chai
ממשה עד משה לא
קם כמשה!
קם כמשה!
כל הכבוד מורה
משה
משה
Suzi Wainer & Family
Chai
Mazal Tov to GRTWA on 60 years of educating
Jewish children in Morris County.
Jewish children in Morris County.
Moshe,
Mazal Tov on your retirement and
Mazal Tov on your retirement and
thank you for leading the school for the past 20 years.
I will truly miss your Adult Education class.
Kol Hakavod on a job well done.
Cookie Wertheimer
Chai
Todah Rabah Moshe for 20 years of joyful leadership.
My dad was so proud of how you built upon his and the other founding families' vision of a thriving Jewish day school.
Mazal Tov to Gottesman RTW Academy
on its 60th Anniversary.
Mazal Tov to Gottesman RTW Academy
on its 60th Anniversary.
May you and the school continue to go
from strength to strength.
Aviva Wertheimer Will '82 & Kurt Will
from strength to strength.
Aviva Wertheimer Will '82 & Kurt Will
Role Model
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin
and
Gottesman RTW Academy
on its Annual Gala celebration.
Adam Leitner Bailey, P.C.
Role Model
Bloom Salon
2 Maple Avenue
Morristown, NJ
Role Model
Role Model
In Honor of
BEENA & STEVE LEVY
Debbie & Allan Janoff
Janoff Family and your Friends at Crystal Plaza
Role Model
Mazal tov, Moshe, on your
wel-deserved retirement.
wel-deserved retirement.
Thank you for everything you have done for us
as a family and especially for your leadership
and guidance as our Head of School.
as a family and especially for your leadership
and guidance as our Head of School.
Jill and Bob Granik
Role Model
Role Model
Role Model
Mazal Tov to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin
on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength to Strength.
Joshua Stein PLLC
Role Model
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength to Strength.
Jean and Mark Mandell
Role Model
Moreh Moshe,
Thank you for inspiring and nurturing the next generation of strong and proud Jews.
What a wonderful legacy you leave behind. Enjoy your retirement.
You will most certainly be missed. Mazel Tov!!!
You will most certainly be missed. Mazel Tov!!!
Matt, Julie, Coby '15 and Sabrina '18 Guss Schneider AND Steve & Toni Guss
Role Model
Congratulations
Dr. Moshe Vaknin
We thank you for your vision, leadership,
and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Matheu Nunn
Role Model
Mazel Tov to GRTWA (HAMC) on 60 years of caring for and educating generations of children!
Thank you, Moshe, for your years of dedication
to the school and community!
Welcome and good luck to Rav Will Keller as new Head of School at GRTWA!
Jonathan and Jamie Ramsfelder
Zachary '09, Max '11, and Alexandra '14
Role Model
Congratulations to Dr. Moshe Vaknin
and
GOTTESMAN RTW ACADEMY
on its Annual Gala Celebration
Sherman Atlas Sylvester and Stamelman LLP
Role Model
Mazal Tov, Moreh Moshe, on this
well-deserved honor.
well-deserved honor.
We are so grateful for your many years of
dedication to the school and our community.
dedication to the school and our community.
May you go from strength to strength.
Congratulations to the Gottesman RTW Academy
on its 60th Anniversary.
on its 60th Anniversary.
Carol, Arthur, Joshua ('01), and
Jonathan ('04)
Jonathan ('04)
The Rogoff Family
Role Model
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin
and
Gottesman RTW Academy
on its Annual Gala celebration.
Venable LLP
Role Model
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin
on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength to Strength.
Supporter
Congratulations to Dr. Moshe Vaknin.
We thank you for your vision, leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Genova Burns LLC
Supporter
Mazel Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength to Strength.
Joshua Barer & Sarah Neibart
Supporter
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin
We thank you for your vision, leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Littler Mendelson
Supporter
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin.
We thank you for your vision,
leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Martha and Mark Moritz
Supporter
Honoring Dr. Moshe Vaknin and
in appreciation of the
education of our
grandchildren: Boaz, Kaila
& Avi
in appreciation of the
education of our
grandchildren: Boaz, Kaila
& Avi
Robert and Nancy Novack
Supporter
Dear Moshe, Congratulations on your
well-deserved retirement.
We are truly thankful for your dedication to
our children's education and the lasting
inspiration you have provided our
school community.
our children's education and the lasting
inspiration you have provided our
school community.
Wishing you a relaxing, joyful, and
well-deserved retirement!
well-deserved retirement!
The Kormas-Harpaz Family
Supporter
Congratulations Moshe,
May God bless your days of
retirement so that the
pleasures of life will rush to
meet you daily.
retirement so that the
pleasures of life will rush to
meet you daily.
Joe and Cynthia Weiss
Colleague
To My Son-in-Law Moshe,
Congratulations on your well-deserved retirement.
Time to enjoy the good life!
Dee Ginsburg
Colleague
Colleague
What can we say to the person who has been
the heart and soul of the school?
the heart and soul of the school?
Moshe, you welcomed us with open arms in 2002
and we were deeply appreciative of your warmth
and ruach.
and we were deeply appreciative of your warmth
and ruach.
Wishing you mazal and brachot in the next
chapter of your special journey!
chapter of your special journey!
Warmly,
Karen Secular, Doron and Shira '07 Grosman
Colleague
Thanks for being our Abba and our teacher. We can't wait to beat you on the golf course!
Jesse '13 and Roy '17
Colleague
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin
on your well-deserved honor.
on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength
to Strength.
to Strength.
Lehnes Ortodontics
Colleague
Moshe-
It has been a joy to see you with our children and we are so thankful to call you a friend.
Congratulations on this well-deserved honor.
Wishing you the best of luck and please, do not be a stranger.
We will miss you!
Alyssa and Matheu Nunn
Colleague
Moshe, Thank you for your years of dedication
to the Gottesman RTW Academy.
to the Gottesman RTW Academy.
Wishing you Mazel in your future endeavors!
Reich/Gitomer Family
Colleague
Moreh Moshe,
Mazel Tov on your retirement.
Your legacy will live on through all of the children you have inspired under your leadership.
We wish you the best and will miss you!!!
Ron, Jodi and Talia '19 Silbermann
Colleague
התחלות הן תמיד גם סוף של תקופה עוברת שאיתך נשארת עוד שקיעה
עוד זריחה עוד כאב שישאר איתך
Some people are part of a chapter. Others stay with you long
after it ends. Your wisdom, warmth, and leadership have left
a lasting impact on our community and your legacy will
continue to be felt for years to come. Thank you for being a
mentor, a light, a friend, and a lasting part of our story.
Rachel '97, Yaron, Neomi '26, Eyal '28 and Matan '30
The Meiner Family
Colleague
Mazal Tov and thank you for
your devotion to
our community!
your devotion to
our community!
Best of luck in your next
chapter - Chazak, Chazak!
chapter - Chazak, Chazak!
The Nessel Family
Friend
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin
on your well-deserved honor.
on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength
to Strength.
to Strength.
Adath Shalom Synagogue
Friend
You have left quite a legacy.
Thanks for influencing so
many children.
many children.
Mazal Tov
Amy Brunswick and Aron Schwartz
Friend
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your well-deserved honor. May You Go From Strength to Strength.
Howard and Ellen Baum
Friend
With all your heart, soul, might, and
dedicated leadership, you embraced,
inspired, and nurtured your beloved students.
dedicated leadership, you embraced,
inspired, and nurtured your beloved students.
Yasher koach and mazal tov!
Cantor Maimon
Friend
Mazal Tov, Moshe!
Thank you for bringing joy to Jewish learning. You had us at "shalom" the day we interviewed with you. You and your guitar taught all who entered the doors of GRTWA to enthusiastically embrace Jewish education and a love of Israel.
Our family will be forever grateful for the education our boys received, the community we were welcomed into, and the lifelong friends we made.
Thank you for bringing joy to Jewish learning. You had us at "shalom" the day we interviewed with you. You and your guitar taught all who entered the doors of GRTWA to enthusiastically embrace Jewish education and a love of Israel.
Our family will be forever grateful for the education our boys received, the community we were welcomed into, and the lifelong friends we made.
Jared and Randi Cohen
Eitan '24 and Avi '24
Friend
דוד שלי היקר והאהוב במשך שנים רבות שאני מגיעה לבקר אותך מישראל ובכל פעם שהגעתי, לא פספסתי ביקור בבית הספר תמיד הסתכלתי עלייך בהערצה ובגאווה!! המנהל שכולם אוהבים ומעריכים המנהל שסוחף אחריו את כל הקהילה של בית הספר המנהל שנותן יחס חם ואהבה לכל ילד וילדה המנהל שמנגן בגיטרה, שר ומקרב משפחות יחד המנהל שיותר מכל מקדם את אהבת האדם, ארץ ישראל, יהדות ותורה יש בך את כל החבילה, אתה אדם ערכי, כריזמתי ומנהיג אמיתי אני כל כך גאה להיות האחיינית שלך בטוחה שתצליח בדרכך בהמון אהבה והערכה, ליאנה ️
Lianna Edri
Friend
Mazal Tov Moreh Moshe!
You were an amazing head of school and teacher!
You guided and shaped your students' minds and souls with your wisdom, intellect, and heart.
You are a tremendous leader.
Best wishes for a wonderful and deeply meaningful next chapter in your life. - The Ellman-Leavell Mishpaha
Ariel, Damon, Elijah '15, Jonah '17, Gavi '19, Chava, and Zahara Ellman-Leavell
Friend
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin
and
Gottesman RTW Academy
on its Annual
Gala Celebration
Elvia's Cleaning
Friend
Congratulations to Dr. Moshe Vaknin
and Gottesman RTW Academy
on its annual gala celebration.
Victor Fernandez
Fernandez & Sons Masonry Landscaping Corp.
Friend
Mazel tov to you, Moshe, on your retirement.
Thank you for being such an inspiring leader.
Your dedication and care have made a lasting
difference and will not be forgotten.
difference and will not be forgotten.
Friedman/Goodman Family
Friend
Dear Moshe, Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support during such a difficult time for our Israeli family after October 7. Your understanding and accommodation meant so much to us, and we will always be grateful.
Wishing you a joyful and well-deserved retirement.
Gina and Igor
Gemini Hair Studio
Friend
To My Brother-in-Law, Moshe
Congratulations on your retirement!
More time to watch the Yankees. Enjoy!
Ira Ginsburg
Friend
We are so grateful to Dr. Moshe Vaknin for
his years of exemplary leadership and
unwavering dedication to our school community.
his years of exemplary leadership and
unwavering dedication to our school community.
Through his vision, warmth, and commitment to
Jewish education, he has instilled in our
children a deep love of Judaism and Israel
while building a strong foundation for the
future of the school.
Jewish education, he has instilled in our
children a deep love of Judaism and Israel
while building a strong foundation for the
future of the school.
His impact on GRTWA and generations of
students will be felt for many years to come.
students will be felt for many years to come.
With appreciation,
Jackie, Danny, Gideon
(2nd), and Estee (ECC3) Groner
(2nd), and Estee (ECC3) Groner
Friend
Moreh Moshe, mazal tov on this richly deserved honor.
You have poured your heart into Gottesman RTW Academy for so many years - building relationships, nurturing Jewish identity, and growing an institution that reflects your vision and your values. The warmth and dedication you have brought to this work lives in every corner of this school community.
Thank you for welcoming me so generously into this community. Your graciousness during this transition has meant a great deal to me! May this next chapter be pure nachas - the joy of watching everything you planted continue to bloom, without the weight of tending it alone.
You have poured your heart into Gottesman RTW Academy for so many years - building relationships, nurturing Jewish identity, and growing an institution that reflects your vision and your values. The warmth and dedication you have brought to this work lives in every corner of this school community.
Thank you for welcoming me so generously into this community. Your graciousness during this transition has meant a great deal to me! May this next chapter be pure nachas - the joy of watching everything you planted continue to bloom, without the weight of tending it alone.
Rav Will Keller
Friend
Mazel Tov, Moreh Moshe, on your retirement
and on 30 dedicated years of teaching and
leadership at HAMC/GRTWA!
and on 30 dedicated years of teaching and
leadership at HAMC/GRTWA!
It was such a joy to learn from you in so many
ways and appreciate all of your silly jokes
during my years at the school.
ways and appreciate all of your silly jokes
during my years at the school.
You related so well to the students and had
such passion and personality.
such passion and personality.
I hope one of your clones will stay behind at
the school to teach future students.
the school to teach future students.
You always liked to say, "I'm so good, I
should be cloned!"
should be cloned!"
Natalie Lampert
Friend
Dear Moshe
From the moment you arrived Temple Beth Shalom in Livingston -
We understood that you are a special person, full of energy and a passion for teaching.
You were dedicated to your studies, showed interest in every new material that came your way, and it was clear that for you, sky is the limit. The children grew attached to you and to your energetic and inspiring personality. You invested in learning to play the guitar, and began playing together with the music teacher at the musical events held at the synagogue. From there, your path continued to soar. We wish you much success in your new journey. Enjoy this new chapter in your life together with your beloved wife Beth
and your sons, Roy and Jesse.
With friendship, appreciation, and much love,
From the moment you arrived Temple Beth Shalom in Livingston -
We understood that you are a special person, full of energy and a passion for teaching.
You were dedicated to your studies, showed interest in every new material that came your way, and it was clear that for you, sky is the limit. The children grew attached to you and to your energetic and inspiring personality. You invested in learning to play the guitar, and began playing together with the music teacher at the musical events held at the synagogue. From there, your path continued to soar. We wish you much success in your new journey. Enjoy this new chapter in your life together with your beloved wife Beth
and your sons, Roy and Jesse.
With friendship, appreciation, and much love,
Leah, Ramy, and Ruthi
Friend
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength to Strength.
Jacob Levy
Friend
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin
on your well-deserved honor.
on your well-deserved honor.
May You Go From Strength
to Strength.
to Strength.
Tony and Rhonda Moass
Friend
Mazal Tov on reaching this
special milestone!
special milestone!
We wish you much happiness and
many adventures ahead.
many adventures ahead.
Moloney, Kimmy, Aliza, & Vasserman
Friend
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin.
We thank you for your vision,
leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
leadership, and commitment to
Gottesman RTW Academy.
Jack Ambrose, Morris County Sheriff's Office
Friend
Congratulations to
Dr. Moshe Vaknin and
Gottesman RTW Academy
from all of us at MJCBY.
from all of us at MJCBY.
Morristown Jewish Center
Friend
Mazal Tov to Dr. Moshe Vaknin on your well-deserved honor. May You Go From Strength to Strength.
Rabbi Menashe and Donna
Mt. Freedom Jewish Center
Friend
Thank you to the unique, one of a kind
Dr. Moshe Vaknin. I appreciate our 30-year friendship and wish you much mazal in the years ahead.
Thank you, Moreh Moshe for your infectious energy, extraordinary passion, and dedicated commitment to the students, families, and wider community at
Gottesman RTW Academy
Congratulations to HAMC/Gottesman RTW Academy on the 60th anniversary of the school.
Rabbi David Nesson
Friend
חנך לנער על־פי דרכו גם כי־יזקין לא־יסור ממנה
Train children in the way they each ought to go;
They will not swerve from it even in old age.
Train children in the way they each ought to go;
They will not swerve from it even in old age.
Prov. 22:6.
Thank you for your leadership over the years.
May you go from strength to strength. Mazal tov!
May you go from strength to strength. Mazal tov!
Rabbi Ellen Greenspan and Adina Wells '07
Friend
Mazel Tov Moshe!
Thank you for all that you have done to teach
Thank you for all that you have done to teach
and lead our children.
Enjoy your retirement!
Gina and Craig
Sasha '04 and Blair '06
Rayfield Borax
Friend
Mazel tov on your much-earned retirement.
Wishing you and Beth relaxation
and sunshine.
and sunshine.
Todah rabah for your ruach all these years!
Shelley, Louis, Max, and KK Stein
Friend
Mazel Tov!
Thank you for your great
Jewish impact on Mikayla,
Logan, and Austin!
Jewish impact on Mikayla,
Logan, and Austin!
Harlene and David Stevens
Friend
Congratulations Moshe!!!
Thank you for all you
have done!!!
have done!!!
The Goldstein Family
Friend
Thank you, Moshe, for making
our 18 years at the school so
impactful, memorable, fun,
and unforgettable.
our 18 years at the school so
impactful, memorable, fun,
and unforgettable.
Stacy, Moti, David '13, Miki '16, Yarden '24
The Sulman Kahana Family
Friend
Mazel Tov to Moshe Vaknin
and
Gottesman RTW Academy
Celebrating Education
Steve and Emma Bukowiecki
Time for a Bagel
Friend
To our dear brother, brother-in-law, and uncle,
Mazal Tov on this well-deserved honor! Knowing all that you have brought to our lives, we can only imagine the tremendous impact you have had on your students over the years. Your commitment to teaching, educating, and inspiring others is truly admirable. We are incredibly grateful to celebrate this special recognition with you.
With love,
Yaacov, Yael, Lizzy, Zach, and Mika
Messages to Moreh Moshe
Moshe, you have taught me so much about what it truly means to be a leader: character, intuition, compassion, the importance of always looking ahead, and understanding how everything is connected. I will miss you beyond words. Thank you for the guidance, wisdom, and support you have given me over the years. Best wishes to an amazing, relaxing, and well-deserved retirement.
- Rosa Lynch
I will miss Moshe saying "Yankees suck!" each sermon that he would give at the beginning of the school year and during all holidays were always impactful and insightful, never to be forgotten.- Paul Solomon
Moshe has always insisted on the King Solomon's principle of "Teach the child according to his way." And indeed, NOBODY does things his own way like Moshe. May you always continue to accomplish a great many things - in your own special way. - Rabbi Cohen
Messages to Moreh Moshe
Moshe, Mornings won't feel the same without you popping into classrooms, chatting with everyone, and just bringing that easy, welcoming energy you always had. You had such a natural way of connecting with staff and kids alike, and it really meant a lot. We're definitely going to miss your guitar and those random, in-the-moment visits that somehow always made the day a little better (even when things were busy and chaotic). Thanks for always being present, jumping in, and making yourself part of our classrooms. You'll be missed more than you know. -Jaime Nahan
Moshe's positivity, humor, and ability to make every child in the ECC smile will truly be missed. I'll especially miss him walking into my classroom every morning shouting "Miller!" Enjoy your retirement, Moshe-thank you for everything you've done and for always making us smile.- Cassidy Miller
Messages to Moreh Moshe
Moshe, You believed in me, gave me a second chance, and became a mentor and good friend. It'll be an honor to carry on even just a small part of your legacy! Enjoy Florida and visit often! Am Yisrael Chai! - Andrew Eitel
Moshe, I have known you for over 26+ years. We began as Hebrew school colleagues at Temple Beth Shalom. Then colleagues at HAMC. And then as my Head of School at GRTWA. You have guided and supported me to always be the best version of me. You taught my daughter Devorah here at Gottesman and my husband Dori in Central Hebrew High (and also put him in the wrong cab in Israel). You have touched our lives in so many ways that words can't express how much it means to us. I have learned so much from you. The Peled Wolf Family (Morah Nechama, Dori, and Devorah) wish you luck on your new journey. You will truly be missed. - Nancy Peled Wolf
Messages to Moreh Moshe
Moshe, you are one of a kind and have made a significant impact on my life as well as all the students you have had over the years. I will miss seeing you in the halls each day. I hope you enjoy your well-deserved retirement in Florida!! XXOOXO - Caryn Reppen
Moreh Moshe was not just the head of our school, he was the head of our school family. Thank you Moreh Moshe for all of your support, wisdom and guidance.- Lara Levine
Retirement: When every day is a snow day.
At GRTWA, we will miss the unmistakable sound of you walking down the halls and the warmth you brought to every corner of our school. - Sara Borden
Messages to Moreh Moshe
Congrats on your retirement! Thank you for everything you have done for the school! - Nicole Murphy
After so many years working together, I am grateful to have shared in the growth and evolution of the school and the students and families we serve. Wishing you much happiness and success in this next chapter. - Cheryl Bahar
Moshe, the hallways will be less quiet during the day not hearing "Montone!" yelled down. - Natalie Flanagan
Moshe, Thank you for being the energy behind the school. Your warm, welcoming greetings to me and the boys are always so cheerful and such a wonderful way to start the school day. We appreciate your positivity and the joy you bring each day! - Alyssa Glaubman
Messages to Moreh Moshe
Moshe, For 10 years, I've been so lucky to call you my boss. For 10 years, I got to see your smiling face every morning and watch you create such an amazing school and community that I'm so happy and grateful to be a part of. I will miss our morning chats, all of the kid nicknames you have for me, your stories - some told multiple times - but most of all, I will miss your support, your wisdom, and the way you had the power to make not only the students smile and feel happy, but the staff too. I'm so excited for all the adventures and relaxation coming your way. Colleen and I will make sure to visit you in Florida together whenever we have the chance!! As much as it won't be the same not seeing you around as much anymore, I can't think of anyone more deserving of this time.
Happy Retirement, Moshe!! All my love,
Selena / CenaBeana / Collena / Mrs. Campionaaa
Messages to Moreh Moshe
One of my favorite memories is watching Moreh Moshe up on the roof during our egg drop event, releasing each egg with the excitement of someone doing it for the very first time!!
-Vered Weinglass
Moshe, you brought joy, ruach, and music to the school. GRTWA will not be the same without you, but your influence and leadership will be seen in every classroom and program for years to come. We know that the greatest way to honor your work is to continue nurturing the community you built, the traditions you fostered, and the values you instilled in all of us. Thank you for your guidance and trust in me, and I will forever be grateful for everything I learned from you. -Sheri Swiss
Moshe, it has been a pleasure working with you for all these years! You have been the spirit of our school and a wonderful leader, and I wish you lots of joy and good health in your much-deserved retirement! Love, Rhonda Levine
Messages to Moreh Moshe
Dear Moshe, It is hard to believe that the time has come to say goodbye to this chapter of your life. We started at GRTWA together, and over the years you have become not only a colleague, but also a dear friend, mentor, and trusted advisor. Knowing that I could always count on you has meant so much to me. I have always admired your ability to connect with students. You know how to be firm when needed, but also how to laugh with them and make them feel valued. Your impact on our students and school community has been tremendous. I will especially miss working with you on our ceremonies and celebrations. Your love of music and your presence always made those moments more meaningful. You have worked incredibly hard to reach this milestone, and you deserve all the happiness that retirement brings. While one chapter is ending, a beautiful new one is beginning. I wish you and your family health, happiness, and many wonderful adventures in Florida. May this new chapter be filled with everything you have hoped for and more. Thank you for your friendship, guidance, and the lasting impact you have made on all of us. With gratitude and warm wishes, Nurit
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