SV students learn powerful lessons outside the classroom
SV Senior High Students
On September 10, a total of 57 Seneca Valley Senior High School students and history teacher Jim Lucot attended a presentation at Rodef Shalom Congregation by Holocaust survivor Marion Ein Lewin.
Marion Ein Lewin and her twin brother Steven are thought to be the only surviving twins of the Holocaust. During the presentation, “Inseparable: A Presentation by Holocaust Survivor Marion Lewin,” Ms. Lewin Marion shared impactful stories about their lives as young children in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp and emphasized the importance of hope and family during difficult times.
Moved by the students’ engagement, Ms. Lewin generously offered to send each of the students a copy of her book, Inseparable, ensuring that her story and its lessons continue to resonate long after the event.
“As more time passes since the Holocaust, it is very important for younger generations to learn about the tragedy and take advantage of opportunities to meet survivors, like Marion Ein Lewin, who can share their firsthand experiences,” said junior Everly Harrell.
Additionally, on September 17, selected seventh and eighth grade RGMS purpose students from Mr. Greg Smolinski’s class attended a documentary screening at the Harris Theater in Pittsburgh through Teen Screen and the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh.
As part of the program, guest speakers Lee Goldman Kikel, daughter of a Holocaust survivor, and Carol Black, survivor of the Tree of Life shooting, shared their experiences and spoke about the prevalence of antisemitism. Students then got the opportunity to engage with the speakers through a thoughtful Q&A session.
Special thanks to Junior Everly Harrell for contributing the content regarding the senior high school students.