At Strelitz International Academy, the fall season is filled with excitement and meaning as students celebrate the holidays from Rosh Hashanah through Simchat Torah. The spirit of the holidays continues to shine at SIA as the community eagerly anticipates the SIA Fall Festival.
Now in its third year, the Fall Festival has become a beloved school tradition. Open to the entire community, the campus transforms into a festive autumn wonderland filled with hay bales, pumpkins, colorful leaves, and laughter. Families enjoyed pony rides, hayrides, inflatables, crafts, and games—all while celebrating the warmth of Jewish community and connection.
This year’s event was truly a community effort, as parents, faculty, and SIA alumni worked to make the day a success. With the help of generous sponsors, the Fall Festival served not only as a joyful family gathering but also as an important fundraiser supporting SIA’s mission of providing outstanding Jewish and International Baccalaureate education.
As SIA proudly celebrates its 70th year of inspiring generations of young learners, the Fall Festival has become a meaningful new tradition—one that highlights the values of family, community, and joyful learning.
Mark calendars for next year’s Strelitz Fall Festival on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Carin Simon is director of advancement at Strelitz International Academy.
SIA Thanks Fall Festival Sponsors:
Festival Sponsor
• Sheila & Bob Josephberg
Pony Ride Sponsors
• Beth Sholom Village
• Southern Bank
• Ellen and Bill Wagner
Petting Zoo Sponsors
• Embrace Counseling Program
• Alan and Esther Fleder Foundation
• Jewish Family Service
• Heather and Doug Moore
• Sara Jo and Joel Rubin
• Elyssa Brinn, in Honor of Early Years Faculty
• The Stockpot
• Amy and Eliot Weinstein
• WoogWorks
Carnival Game Sponsors
• Jennifer Waldholtz and Greg Antonucci
• Randall Decker Buntin
• Allison and Bill Carden
• Nicole and Aaron Glassman
• Eleanore and Michael Goldstein
• HOTWORX Virginia Beach – Red Mill
• Dawn and Jack Kaye
• Mike Simon Construction Corp.
• Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids
• Vandelay Industries
Harvest Sponsors
• Donita Lozada
• The Seeman Family
