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The Teen Department promotes a community where teens forge social and Jewish connections. Multiple programs designed to create opportunities for social action, creative arts, socialization and athletics give teens a place to find their strength and form positive relationships. One goal of the department is to serve as a link to existing organizations, including BBYO, USY, NFTY, different schools and communities. Come connect with your Jewish teen community! New programs are always being created to best serve this dynamic and growing group. If you have any questions, comments, or creative ideas, please contact Ellie Bernstein at 321-2324 or ebernstein@simonfamilyj.org.

 

 

B’nai B’rith Youth Organization  (BBYO)    
Sundays, 1-3pm,  B’nai B’rith Youth Organization (BBYO)is the largest Jewish teen organization in the Tidewater area.  Teens meet weekly at the JCC to program within the folds of BBYO.  Activities involve community service, socials, athletics, social action and Judaic.  BBYO also has several conventions a year as well as summer leadership programs and trips to Israel.  Being a part of this organization not only allows your teen to be with other Jewish teens, but guides your teen into leadership positions for the future. BBYO is open to all Jewish 9-12 graders.  For more information, and for annual membership rates for BBYO, please contact Ellie Bernstein, City Director at 321-2324 or ebernstein@simonfamilyj.org.

 

Maccabi ArtsFest
Jewish Rising 8-12th graders
Do you have a passion for acting or improv, creative writing, dance, digital media art, Jazz/world music ensemble, musical theater, photojournalism, rock/pop bands, visual art, or vocal music? Then Maccabi ArtsFest is for you! This is a collaborative experience with Jewish youth and specialized artists, masters from around the world. Some of the activities include: arts workshops, teen-led community service, evening activities, talent showcase and Rock n’ Roll parties.
Contact Ellie Bernsteinat 321-2324 or ebernstein@simonfamilyj.org

 

JCC Maccabi Games
Jewish teens ages 13-17
The JCC Maccabi Games is an Olympic-style sporting competition held each summer in North America and is one of the largest organized sports program for Jewish teenagers across the globe! These athletic competitions help provide Jewish youths with a supportive environment that fosters mutual respect and sportsmanship, where they can interact in an atmosphere of fun, democracy, and peace. Not only will the teens be engaged in competitions of their choice, but they will also be exposed to the life and culture of the hosting city while cultivating a deeper understanding and an appreciation of Jewish values and identity.
Contact Ellie Bernsteinat 321-2324 or ebernstein@simonfamilyj.org

Middle School Activities at the JCC

JASY CONNECT - MIDDLE SCHOOL
Jewish 6–8th graders
Middle Schoolers will join other Jewish teens to make a difference in the world while having a great time. Teens will help plan exciting, fun activities that will touch the lives of others while impacting their own lives Jewishly. They will experience programming at the Simon Family JCC designed exclusively for and by them, such as social and recreational activities, Judaic and Israeli awareness and community service.

Contact Ellie Bernstein at 321-2324 or ebernstein@simonfamilyj.org.

Upcoming Events:

 

January 29, 2012 - Indoor Go Karting 2-4 pm

February 26, 2012 - Operation Hamentashen (Community Service)

1-5 pm

March 25, 2012 - Comedy/Improv Workshop 1-5 pm

April 22, 2012 - J-Serve (Community Service) 1-5 pm

May 15-17, 2012 - Panim Horizons

June 10, 2012 - Bowling Get Together 2-4 pm