New Year Reflections

During a special Rosh Hashanah Kehillah, Weber students, faculty, and staff gathered to mark the Jewish New Year with reflection, inspiration, and student leadership. Guided by the themes of reflection, reorientation, and resolution, two student leaders were invited to share personal Rosh Hashanah reflections.

 

 

“This past year at Weber, I’ve realized how quickly time goes by. There’s always another game, rehearsal, test, practice, or assignment, and it’s so easy to get caught up in what’s next. But now that I’m a senior, I’ve started to notice how important it is to slow down and really take in the moments as they’re happening. For us seniors, this year is filled with lasts: our last first day of school, last home games, last WoCo, last Spirit Weeks, last Picture Day. And while that can feel bittersweet, it’s also a reminder of how much these moments matter. They’re what make Weber more than just a school, they’re what make it a community, a family. My resolution this year is to be more present, to truly experience these moments, and I hope we can all, no matter what grade we’re in, make the most of the time we have here, because it goes by faster than you think.”

 

 

“Two years ago, I joined Mock Trial, not fully realizing how much it would shape the way I think, speak, and work with others. I had always enjoyed public speaking, but preparing for trials taught me a whole new level of critical thinking, including how to build arguments, anticipate counterpoints, and communicate with clarity and confidence. As I practiced with my team, I also saw how much trust and collaboration go into doing well. It’s not just about your own performance, but how you support and respond to your teammates in real time. Being part of Mock Trial made me more thoughtful, not just about legal cases, but about how I listen, how I speak up, and how I carry myself in high-pressure situations. This year, I want to take those skills and apply them beyond the courtroom. I want to lead with more intention, help others find their voice, and keep growing from feedback instead of fearing it. My Rosh Hashanah resolution is to keep pushing myself to grow, and to help others grow with me, because that’s how a team, and a community, truly gets stronger.”