Florida governor Rick Scot visited Chabad of South Broward headquarters in Hallandale Beach on December 17. The governor was greeted by Chabad directors Rabbi Raphael and Rebbetzin Goldie Tennenhaus. Scott was accompanied by his lieutenant governor and several members of his staff.
The event was hosted by preschool director Mrs. Endi Tennenhaus, Chabad administrator Rabbi Moshe Schwartz, Chabad director of development Rabbi Mendy Tennenhaus, Chaya Aydel Seminary principals Rabbi and Mrs.Yossi Lebovics, Hebrew School directors Rabbi and Mrs. Levi Tennenhaus, Cteen, and the Friendship Circle.
Rabbi Raphael Tennenhaus presented Governor Scott with the Excellence in Education Award for his efforts in the Step-Up Program and his love and dedication to children and to Israel.
Rabbi Tennenhaus explained that the lights of the menorah represent victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and an end to terror and tyranny. Rabbi Lebovics sang the berachos. The governor lit the shamesh and Judge Grossman lit the first candle.
The program included a presentation by the Chai Tots Preschool, a Chanukah party, and the singing of “God Bless America” and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Included among the community, civic, and business leaders in attendance were Hallandale mayor Joy Cooper and commissioners Keith London and Anthony Sanders.
Governor Scott graciously interacted with the crowd and spoke with each student of the Chaya Aydel Seminary.
For more information on the programs and projects of Chabad of South Broward call 954-458-1877 or visit www.ChabadSouthBroward.com.