Postville Bochurim Face Off in Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Championship

Yeshiva Bais Sholom of Postville was filled with energy over the past few months as the annual Kitzur Shulchan Aruch league took over the Yeshiva’s schedule. Bochurim immersed themselves in the first section of Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, a major undertaking that has become a highlight of the year.

While the program was overseen by the Hanhala, including Rabbi Zirkind (Menahel), Rabbi Levin (Mashpia), and Shalom Dovid Yerushalmi (Meishiv) who served as judges, the driving force behind this year’s success was Eltere Bochur Yisrael Bankhalter.

Yisroel managed the organization of the six-team league alongside the separate individual learning tracks. His dedication kept the bochurim motivated, ensuring the learning remained consistent and competitive throughout the Yeshiva.

The program offered two distinct paths to success. In addition to the team-based competition, individual tracks allowed students to earn cash prizes and gift cards for seforim by reaching personal learning milestones throughout the duration of the mivtza.

The excitement peaked during the All-Star style elimination round. The finalists showcased their Bekius on Kitzur Shulchan Aruch. The top three winners, who each received gift cards for seforim, were:

• 1st Place: Mottele Levin
• 2nd Place: Shneur Zalman Goldstein
• 3rd Place: Sruli Neparstak

Following the individual finals, the top two teams faced off in the Championship Game. Team Kodshim, led by captain Shmulik Forster, secured the victory through a strong mastery of the halachos.

To celebrate the months of hard work, the team winners and top individual performers traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for a grand reward trip. The day included indoor racing and a festive gala dinner at a local restaurant.

The continued success of the program highlights the Yeshiva’s effort to bring a love for Torah learning to the students in engaging ways.

Located in the countryside of Iowa, the Mesivta offers a warm atmosphere focused on high-level learning and personal growth, helping bochurim develop a lifelong geshmak in learning.

Registration for the upcoming school year at Bais Sholom of Postville is now open. To apply, visit mesivtapostville.org.