WEEKEND RETREATS GRADES 8-12
TALIT Nation weekend retreats are filled with opportunities for our teens to have fun with friends and learn more about themselves, their community, and Judaism. Each retreat centers around an educational theme and includes a Shabbat celebration, a Saturday Night Social, hiking, music, dancing, beach walks and more! Join us for a truly unforgettable experience!
For more information contact Becca Zarrabi [email protected]
Click here: TALIT Application 5776 for an application!
Click here: TALIT Nation Handbook 5776 PDF for the parent and participant handbook to learn more about our programs!
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YOUNG PHILANTHROPY GRADES 9-12
Young Philanthropy provides 9th-12th grade teens with a unique opportunity to make a difference in our community. Through a series of four sessions, participants will visit various charitable organizations, hear inspirational speakers and learn the value of giving through direct action. Students also learn skills in making wise philanthropic decisions. Young Philanthropy supports a wide variety of charitable organizations including Arrive in Kenya, Jewish World Watch, the International Princess Project, Heritage Pointe, and Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption just to name a few. This program is offered in part with the Jewish Community Foundation of Orange County. All participating students receive 16 hours of community service upon completion of all 4 workshops. Thank you to our participants for doing great work! We hope to see you all again next programming year!
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ADVANCED CAMP LEADERSHIP GRADES 9-12
Through a series of workshops facilitated by the Bureau’s staff, participants will become the next generation of Jewish leaders and role models! This hands-on training provides the opportunity to build counseling and leadership skills, and provides a gateway into summer camp roles. After completing the training workshops, participants get to staff an actual camp retreat weekend, serving as camp counselors for children at the 3rd-7th grade Community Shabbaton.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive 60 hours of community service.
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PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD
The President’s Volunteer Service Award program was created to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in volunteer service.
In alignment with our Jewish values, the Bureau of Jewish Education is proud to help teens earn this recognition by sponsoring the award and offering a variety of opportunities for students to complete volunteer hours.
Students can earn hours towards the Gold, Silver, or Bronze awards by participating in Social Action Sundays, leadership programs, fundraising, and more.
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ISRAEL SAVINGS PARTNERSHIP
Dream of sending your child to Israel? WE CAN HELP! with a matching gift of up to $3,000!
- Peer, high school trip to Israel
- Most powerful experience for teens
- Journey of Jewish identification, commitment and connection
- Matching funds up to $3,000