AittagISZa '"' GRINA1 VALUES FROM TER CADILLAC AVAILABLE NOW AT YOUR LOCAL CADIT ,IAC DEALT ,ER are truly wealthy, for we have been exposed to the wealth of our her- itage. We are enthused with our Torah knowledge, and now we must be prepared to share that wealth. We feel confident that we are well pre- pared to successfully showcase our values and compete in the market- place of ideas. 'We know that a solid Jewish education is vital to insure Jewish survival. In recognition of its importance, our class has dedicated its yearbook to the founders of Akiva, who had the foresight to establish a school dedicated to pro- viding an education that is both Judaic and secular in scope within the framework of Mizrachi Religious Zionism. As future alumni, we feel confident that this institution will remain steadfast in its commitment to the tenets of modern Orthodoxy. This is the only sure foundation upon which to build. Helen Keller once said that "sci- ence may have found a cure for most evils, but it has found no remedy for the worst of them all —•the apathy of human beings." As a chapter in our lives closes and the rest of our lives begin, we must go forth with the knowledge that each one of us can make a difference if only we make an effort. We may feel power- less and think that we have no real say in the future, but we do. Many of us here have already had a chance to make a difference when we were able to travel to Poland to join thou- sands of others on the March of the Living and again on our senior trip to Israel, where we participated in the March of the Living alumni reunion. We showed the world that we are here — am Yisrael chai (the people Israel lives). As Israel turns 50 and is embark- ing on a very crucial phase in its his- tory, we must be vocal in our opin- ions, but our opinions must be edu- cated ones. Voice your opinions using the words of the wisdom from Pirkei Avot as a lifelong guide. On behalf of my classmates, I would like to extend sincere appreci- ation to all of our families, teachers and friends who have supported us and are here with us today. Most of all, I would like to thank my parents. Their confidence in me along with their guidance and encouragement have always been an inspiration. Our lives will always be influenced by the learning and friendships that began at Akiva Hebrew Day School. ❑ Aga • • • OOOOO • • • ••-• • • • ••• • ••• • • • • • OOOO • OOOOO • OOOOOOOO • • • • • • • • • • it • • 0* • • • • • • • • 24 MONTH LEASE •• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• • • • • • • •'-• • • • • • • • • •- • • • ••• • • • • • •.• • • • • • • • • : and Heated Seats A tf Z il \, $496*/mo. $ 301727 Due at inception G MAC Smartlease tax, title .st license. Must qualify for Cadillac lease loyalty. 12,000 mile..s/year, 20C/mile over limit. 7100 Orchard Lake Rd. (at 14 Ih mile) 4, West Bloornfie (248) 851-7200 www.auto web.corrildealer/audette/ 6/26 1998 37