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Broadcast: Community members share Rosh Hashanah traditions, celebrations

By Phoebe Measer and Gabby Kaplan
October 14, 2024


As the Jewish calendar is flipped to year 5785, students and faculty reflect on their Rosh Hashanah traditions and explain how they plan to celebrate the new year. Rosh Hashanah took place Oct. 3 and is the first of the High Holy Days in Judaism. It marks the beginning of the new year on the Hebrew calendar. Those who celebrate often get together with family and eat symbolic food such as apples and honey, expressing hope for a sweet and fruitful year to come.

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Phoebe Measer
Phoebe Measer, News Editor
Phoebe Measer joined The Oracle in 2023 and became the News Editor in 2025. She plays in indoor and beach volleyball, is an 11th grade student council representative, a member of the Athlete Leadership Council and is part of the Ambassador Leadership Team Advisory board. In her free time, Phoebe enjoys baking, hiking, spending time with family and friends and trying new foods.
Gabby Kaplan
Gabby Kaplan, Photo Editor
Gabby Kaplan joined The Oracle in 2023 and is now the Photo Editor for the 2025-2026 school year. In her free time, she enjoys being in nature, cooking, watching films and spending time with friends. You can also find her on the Archer Equestrian Team.