Limud (Lifelong Learning)
Topics are determined by teen interest, and are taught by Temple Israel educators and clergy, or visiting scholars. Past topics have included: Cantor Patti Linsky speaking about overcoming addiction, the Anti-Defamation League leading a program about understanding and responding to anti-Semitism, a refugee family sharing their immigration story, a trip to the Auschwitz Exhibit at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, and our clergy teaching about Judaism’s take on contemporary issues, such as fake news and the #MeToo movement.
Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World)
Teens have the opportunity to work with the staff to plan and lead a social justice project for their peers. Past topics have included: hunger and homelessness, the environment, women’s rights, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, and gun violence prevention.
Areyvut (Community Mindedness)
Teens work in groups, typically by grade, to complete team building challenges and activities. Activities have various goals, including fostering community by getting to know each other, and working on teamwork through increased communication, patience, open-mindedness, and creativity. All activities include time for debriefing and reflection.
