September 17th Rabbi Sitkin on The Merciful Rabbis: Creating a God We Can Believe In In one of the most well known liturgical prayers, the 13 attributes of God, we extol God for being abundantly kind and patient. But prayers are not always as they seem. Was God really overflowing with unyielding compassion or was this just how the rabbis wanted to see God? Come and join me to find out.
Our learning programs are funded by The Yvette and Herman Gordon Century Fund for Adult Teaching and Learning. Please consider making a contribution to this fund to enhance our adult education programs.
Spots are filling up fast—register today.
Rent a Sukkah from Beth El $240, including a Lulav and Etrog Beth El friends will come and build it for you, in your yard. When the holiday ends, if you have the ability to drop the Sukkah off at Beth El, we would be grateful. If not, we will help coordinate a pick-up with you.
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
WESTCHESTER RIVERDALE ADULT JEWISH BOWLING LEAGUE Strike up some fun at an open house at Bowlero on Wednesday September 18 and all potential bowlers are invited to attend. Price $23.00 covers 3 games and shoes. The social league is co-ed and open to Jewish bowlers ages 18 and over, and will be meeting every Wednesday night excluding Jewish holidays and select Wednesday nights. Pre-registration is encouraged but last minute attendees are welcome. Please RSVP here.
MENDING RELATIONSHIPS, MENDING THE WORLD Iona University and AJC partner for an upcoming event on Monday, September 30th at 7:30pm at Spellman Hall, Burke Lounge, Iona University, 715 North Avenue in New Rochelle. As antisemitic incidents and attacks spike around the world, it is important to learn the story of the ongoing reconciliation between Jews and Christians. Dr. Heather Miller Rubens and Dr. Benjamin Sax will lead an exploration of how different types of stereotypes and misconceptions fueled hate throughout history, how the relationship transformed in recent decades, and how what we learn from that transformation can be applied to urgent problems today. A 15 minute video will be screened. Register here. This event is free and open to the public.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
WE WILL DANCE AGAIN by Israeli film director Yariv Mozer (Ben-Gurion, Epilogue, The Devil's Confession—The Lost Eichmann Tapes, Golda's War Diaries). The film provides a powerful minute-by-minute retelling of the terror attack that took place at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023, from the sole perspective of the survivors. It gives testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. We are incredibly fortunate to have our film screened in select theaters across the US and wanted to invite you to experience this profoundly moving story of hope and resilience in a theater in Yonkers, NYC, and other local theaters. In order to check where the film is playing and to get tickets, please click here.
The Nursery School Board Kick-Off Meeting is tomorrow night, September 18at 8pm at Beth El! Whether or not you filled out the sign-up sheet, you are invited and encouraged to join. This meeting will be a great way to meet other BENS parents and an opportunity to hear about ways to get involved this year.
We hope you will all consider attending the meeting. We are truly fortunate to have such a phenomenal group of parents working together for the betterment of our Nursery School community! Being involved truly helps enhance your experience! We look forward to seeing you tomorrow night!
As we continue to be vigilant with building security, please be sure to have your Nursery School key chains readily available upon entry into the building during morning drop-off and afternoon pick up.
Further information for additional programming may be found below. Please scroll to the bottom to ensure you don't miss anything.
We hope to see you tomorrow night at 8PM, Ronnie and Shery
Sign Up for Toddler Time
Registration is open for our Fall Session of Toddler Time, which begins on Tuesday, October 8, facilitated by Morah Tina Schwartz. Please note that Toddler Time will now be meeting on Tuesdays instead of Mondays, and we have increased the number of sessions.Details may be found on the flyer below Click here to register.
Foolproof Challah Baking with Morah Eden Thursday, September 26 at 7:15PM
2024-2025 Parent Guide Includes Supplies List and Much More
Our Parent Guide contains essential information and will answer many of your questions regarding school procedures, supply lists, snack and lunch information, etc. If you haven't done so already, please review it in its entirety and be sure to print out, sign and return the final page to us.Click here for Parent Guide.
Fall Family Fun Event at The Leffell School - Sunday, Sept. 22
Calling all babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! Join our Lower School Fall Family Fun Event on Sunday, September 22nd from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. There will be playground fun, sensory tables, and cotton candy. Click here to register for this free event!
Mabel's Label's Fundraising
We are continuing our fundraising through Mabel's Labels. With every order we will earn 20% commission for our school. If you are not familiar with Mabel's Labels, they offer personalized waterproof name labels for your children's items. This is the perfect time to get your orders in before the school year begins. Visit campaigns.mabelslabels.com and choose Beth El Nursery School (New Rochelle) from the organization list. Click here to order.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, September 18 at 8:00pm -- Nursery School Board Kick-Off Meeting.
Thursday, September 26 at 7:15pm -- Foolproof Challah Baking with Morah Eden - Click here to register.
September 17th Rabbi Sitkin on The Merciful Rabbis: Creating a God We Can Believe In In one of the most well known liturgical prayers, the 13 attributes of God, we extol God for being abundantly kind and patient. But prayers are not always as they seem. Was God really overflowing with unyielding compassion or was this just how the rabbis wanted to see God? Come and join me to find out.
Our learning programs are funded by The Yvette and Herman Gordon Century Fund for Adult Teaching and Learning. Please consider making a contribution to this fund to enhance our adult education programs.
Rent a Sukkah from Beth El $240, including a Lulav and Etrog Beth El friends will come and build it for you, in your yard. When the holiday ends, if you have the ability to drop the Sukkah off at Beth El, we would be grateful. If not, we will help coordinate a pick-up with you.
Mazal tov to Barbara Simon on the birth of her first great grandchild, Ashton Matthew Lemberger. Mazal tov also to parents, Brett & Dana Lemberger, and grandparents, Alex & Amy Lemberger and Jerry & Debbie Powder.
Condolences to our member Donald (Barbara) Kotler on the loss of his brother Stuart Kotler z"l.
Condolences to our member Joy (Steve) Rotker and Glenn (Sheli) Rosenberg on the loss of their mother Harriet Rosenberg z"l, and to their entire extended family on the loss of their grandmother and great grandmother.
Those marking a simcha, observing the loss of a loved one, or someone who is sick or recovering from an illness have delighted/comforted that their lifecycle event has inspired generosity. If you would like to make a donation to Beth El in honor or in memory, please click here.
MISHEBERACH LIST If you would like to add a name to the Misheberach list, please email Rabbi Sitkin at zsitkin@bethelnr.org.
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
WESTCHESTER RIVERDALE ADULT JEWISH BOWLING LEAGUE Strike up some fun at an open house at Bowlero on Wednesday September 18 and all potential bowlers are invited to attend. Price $23.00 covers 3 games and shoes. The social league is co-ed and open to Jewish bowlers ages 18 and over, and will be meeting every Wednesday night excluding Jewish holidays and select Wednesday nights. Pre-registration is encouraged but last minute attendees are welcome. Please RSVP here.
MENDING RELATIONSHIPS, MENDING THE WORLD Iona University and AJC partner for an upcoming event on Monday, September 30th at 7:30pm at Spellman Hall, Burke Lounge, Iona University, 715 North Avenue in New Rochelle. As antisemitic incidents and attacks spike around the world, it is important to learn the story of the ongoing reconciliation between Jews and Christians. Dr. Heather Miller Rubens and Dr. Benjamin Sax will lead an exploration of how different types of stereotypes and misconceptions fueled hate throughout history, how the relationship transformed in recent decades, and how what we learn from that transformation can be applied to urgent problems today. A 15 minute video will be screened. Register here. This event is free and open to the public.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
WE WILL DANCE AGAIN by Israeli film director Yariv Mozer (Ben-Gurion, Epilogue, The Devil's Confession—The Lost Eichmann Tapes, Golda's War Diaries). The film provides a powerful minute-by-minute retelling of the terror attack that took place at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023, from the sole perspective of the survivors. It gives testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. We are incredibly fortunate to have our film screened in select theaters across the US and wanted to invite you to experience this profoundly moving story of hope and resilience in a theater in Yonkers, NYC, and other local theaters. In order to check where the film is playing and to get tickets, please click here.
Please find below a special message from our Board Co-Presidents, Andrea Fleishshaker and Kara Kalman:
Dear Parents,
We hope that your kids are settling into school and that the first week of school is off to a great start!
Our Nursery School Board Kick-Off Meeting is next Wednesday, September 18, at 8pm at Beth El! Whether or not you filled out the sign-up sheet, you are invited and encouraged to join. This meeting will be a great way to meet other BENS parents and an opportunity to hear about ways to get involved this year.
We hope you will all consider attending the meeting. We are truly fortunate to have such a phenomenal group of parents working together for the betterment of our Nursery School community! Being involved truly helps enhance your experience!
Before and After Care will begin on Monday, September 16. Before Care will meet in the Motor Room. Upon entry to the building, walk down the stairs and continue straight ahead. Make a right at the end and go down the stairs. The Motor Room is on the right. Morah Veronica and Morah Tina will meet you there. Children may be dropped off any time after 8:00am. For After Care, if your child is in our Shoresh class, please send in a nap mat, a dairy/parve nut free lunch, extra diapers and a change of clothing in a large baggie marked After Care, and extra snacks for the afternoon. For all other children, please remember to pack an extra afternoon snack separate from the lunch and morning snack, and a change of clothing in a bag marked After Care. Children must be picked up by 5:00. If the weather is nice, the children will be on Playground #1, otherwise they will be in Classroom #2 or The Motor Room.
Please note that the date for our Challah Baking event with Morah Eden has changed to Thursday, September 26. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to bake your very own challah that can be used for Rosh Hashanah, other holidays and shabbat.
Further information for additional programming may be found below. Please scroll to the bottom to ensure you don't miss anything.
We look forward to a wonderful school days ahead! Ronnie and Shery
Sign Up for Toddler Time
Registration is open for our Fall Session of Toddler Time, which begins on Tuesday, October 8, facilitated by Morah Tina Schwartz. Please note that Toddler Time will now be meeting on Tuesdays instead of Mondays, and we have increased the number of sessions.Details may be found on the flyer below Click here to register.
Foolproof Challah Baking with Morah Eden Thursday, September 26 at 7:15PM
2024-2025 Parent Guide Includes Supplies List and Much More
Our Parent Guide contains essential information and will answer many of your questions regarding school procedures, supply lists, snack and lunch information, etc. If you haven't done so already, please review it in its entirety and be sure to print out, sign and return the final page to us.Click here for Parent Guide.
Fall Family Fun Event at The Leffell School - Sunday, Sept. 22
Calling all babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! Join our Lower School Fall Family Fun Event on Sunday, September 22nd from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. There will be playground fun, sensory tables, and cotton candy. Click here to register for this free event!
Mabel's Label's Fundraising
We are continuing our fundraising through Mabel's Labels. With every order we will earn 20% commission for our school. If you are not familiar with Mabel's Labels, they offer personalized waterproof name labels for your children's items. This is the perfect time to get your orders in before the school year begins. Visit campaigns.mabelslabels.com and choose Beth El Nursery School (New Rochelle) from the organization list. Click here to order.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 26 at 7:15pm -- Foolproof Challah Baking with Morah Eden - Click here to register.
Hi! My name is Vered Ben-Gideon. I graduated from Brandeis and studied politics, philosophy, and economics. One cool part of my college experience was spending a year studying abroad at Oxford University in England. Back on campus, I also helped lead the Conservative minyan.
Besides working at Beth El, I am spending this year studying Talmud!
I love watching baseball (Go Red Sox) and hockey (Go Penguins). I also love to bake, crochet, do yoga, and read.
I am so excited to get to know you!
Teen Collab Pizza & Pitch Night on THURSDAY
Thursday, September 12, 6:30–8:00 PM at the Midwestchester JCC
Curious about our new teen program, Teen Collab? Teens and their adults are invited to join us to learn more about our exciting new opportunity for 8th–12th graders to deepen their connection to Judaism! We'll reveal what the clergy and educators will be teaching in the modules offered this year, eat pizza, and connect with one another. Don't miss out!
Many Jewish organizations are offering fellowships and leadership opportunities for teens. We would love to support you in applying! Here are current opportunities, along with their deadlines.
AJC Leaders for Tomorrow: applications due Friday, September 20
For rising 10th-12th graders
Empowers teen Jewish leaders to advocate on behalf of the Jewish people, Israel, and human rights around the world.
Bronfman Fellowship: applications due Monday, December 2
For rising 11th graders; 26 accepted per year
Includes an immersive summer program and launching into a full year of transformative study and deeply personal journeys. Bronfman Fellows explore existential questions and Jewish ideas while building friendships with peers who are as curious as they are, joining a lifelong community that inspires them to change the world for the better.
We are looking for teens to participate in our Teen High Holiday services! You can read Torah (or Haftarah), lead a prayer, help plan an activity, and more! Please contactCantor Gaby if you're interested in reading or leading on these special days.
In addition to involvement in the High Holiday programming, teens also have the opportunity to lead Shabbat services in many ways–through participating in our Teen Shabbat services, reading Torah or leading services in the Main Sanctuary, and by taking over Shabbat services for Youth and Family Engagement Shabbat!
If you are interested in reading Torah, leading services, or reading Megillah, we have opportunities for mentorship and support both from Cantor Gaby and from your peers who mentor new readers and leaders. Please contact Cantor Gaby for more information.
Teens are also invited for Shabbat dinners in the rabbis’ homes, which is always a really special event for our Teens and clergy.
Stay tuned for Teen Shabbat dates coming soon!
Education
Both the Teen Collab(8th-10th Grade) and JewishU (11th-12th Grade) meet at the Midwestchester JCC on Thursday evenings. These programs are open to Jewish Teens across Westchester.
Teen Collab is a creative and dynamic educational experience for teens (grades 8–10) interested in deepening their Jewish identity, taking their Jewish education to the next level, and meeting other Jewish teens across Westchester.
The Teen Collab will meet on Thursdays from 6:30-8 pm, and will be broken into three modules. Sign up for one, two, or all three, based on your interests and schedules. Each module costs $300 for Beth El members, or you can sign up for all three for a 10% discount.
JewishU is a new program for 11th and 12th graders in which they take college-level Jewish classes (accredited by top universities) at the JCCMW to earn college credit! Two yearly classes, both running on Thursday evenings, will be offered beginning this fall. The courses offered include Hebrew 101 or History of Jewish Immigration. Each course will meet weekly on Thursdays from 6:30-9 pm from September to May. The Hebrew 101 course, accredited by Syracuse University, will cost $1700 plus a registration fee. The History of Jewish Immigration course, accredited by American Jewish University, will cost $1300 plus a registration fee.
Leadership Programs & Social Events Teen Leaders helps brainstorm, plan, prepare for, advertise and attend our monthly special events. They meet monthly to prepare for upcoming events, and are supported by the Teen Advisor.
Hadracha (Religious School Assistants) supports our Teens as they are active assistants and role models in our Religious School. There is a broad spectrum of opportunities for teens to volunteer, whether helping out in the office or supporting teachers in classrooms. Additionally, Hadracha meets regularly during Religious School hours to empower our Teens with knowledge, skills, community, and opportunities for reflection and growth. Hadracha can take place on Thursdays, Sundays, or both. Please email Alyssa if you're interested in volunteering.
Teen Social Events occur monthly, so bring your friends! Programs include lounge nights, chesed (service) events, Israel-related programs, Shabbat/holiday programs like the Purim Carnival, fun activities like baseball games, and other activities you might suggest! Dates coming soon!
Beth El Synagogue Center 1324 North Avenue New Rochelle, NY 10804 (914) 235-2700
For event accessibility needs, please be in touch so we can address them.
Sunday's Welcome Back Bash was a joy—Beginning with a barbecue in the crisp end-of-summer air under the tent—followed by a concert filling the walls of Beth El with original klezmer tunes from Frank London's heart, fulfilled by a bounty of world reknowned artists and our own Prayer Team as hundreds of our community members joined in celebration of life.
Rabbi Bedo on Silent Sacrifice: Midrashic Voices on the Akeidah In this class we will delve into the diverse interpretations of the Binding of Isaac, our Torah reading for the second day of Rosh Hashanah. Through ancient and contemporary midrashim and poetry, we will explore how different voices have grappled with the silences and tensions in this pivotal biblical story. September 17th Rabbi Sitkin on The Merciful Rabbis: Creating a God We Can Believe In In one of the most well known liturgical prayers, the 13 attributes of God, we extol God for being abundantly kind and patient. But prayers are not always as they seem. Was God really overflowing with unyielding compassion or was this just how the rabbis wanted to see God? Come and join me to find out. September 24th Rabbi Schuck on Beyond Atonement: Teshuvah as Transformation This class will explore teshuvah (repentance) as a path for transformation. By engaging with three classical models of teshuvah, we will examine how the sages envisioned it as a powerful tool for personal growth and spiritual realignment, with a focus on practical application in our lives.
Our learning programs are funded by The Yvette and Herman Gordon Century Fund for Adult Teaching and Learning. Please consider making a contribution to this fund to enhance our adult education programs.
Another Opportunity to Shmooze with Rabbi Bedo
Rent a Sukkah from Beth El $240, including a Lulav and Etrog Beth El friends will come and build it for you, in your yard. When the holiday ends, if you have the ability to drop the Sukkah off at Beth El, we would be grateful. If not, we will help coordinate a pick-up with you.
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
MENDING RELATIONSHIPS, MENDING THE WORLD Iona University and AJC partner for an upcoming event on Monday, September 30th at 7:30pm at Spellman Hall, Burke Lounge, Iona University, 715 North Avenue in New Rochelle. As antisemitic incidents and attacks spike around the world, it is important to learn the story of the ongoing reconciliation between Jews and Christians. Dr. Heather Miller Rubens and Dr. Benjamin Sax will lead an exploration of how different types of stereotypes and misconceptions fueled hate throughout history, how the relationship transformed in recent decades, and how what we learn from that transformation can be applied to urgent problems today. A 15 minute video will be screened. Register here. This event is free and open to the public.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
WE WILL DANCE AGAIN by Israeli film director Yariv Mozer (Ben-Gurion, Epilogue, The Devil's Confession—The Lost Eichmann Tapes, Golda's War Diaries). The film provides a powerful minute-by-minute retelling of the terror attack that took place at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023, from the sole perspective of the survivors. It gives testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. We are incredibly fortunate to have our film screened in select theaters across the US and wanted to invite you to experience this profoundly moving story of hope and resilience in a theater in Yonkers, NYC, and other local theaters. In order to check where the film is playing and to get tickets, please click here.
For event accessibility needs, please be in touch so we can address them.
Shabbat Schedule
Friday, September 6th 6:00pm First Fridays Kabbalat Shabbat with Prayer Team 7:00pm Candle Lighting
Saturday, September 7th 9:00am Shabbat Morning Services 10:30am Mini Minyan 10:30am Tot Shabbat
This week's Kiddush is sponsored by Linda Fang and Daniel Dickman in honor of their daughter Olivia's bat mitzvah. 12:45pm Daf Shevui 7:00pm Mincha/Maariv 7:59pm Havdalah
for a Holiday Care Package Do you have children, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews in college? The Beth El College Age Committee is back and getting ready for the holidays, preparing to send meaningful packages connected with Jewish holidays that connect your college kid with home and Beth El. Sign up to send greetings from the clergy and a meaningful package to your family away at college.
Special High Holiday Learning Taught by our Clergy Team September 10th, 17th, 24th 7:30pm in the Beth El Den and on Zoom
September 10th
Rabbi Bedo on Silent Sacrifice: Midrashic Voices on the Akeidah In this class we will delve into the diverse interpretations of the Binding of Isaac, our Torah reading for the second day of Rosh Hashanah. Through ancient and contemporary midrashim and poetry, we will explore how different voices have grappled with the silences and tensions in this pivotal biblical story. September 17th Rabbi Sitkin on The Merciful Rabbis: Creating a God We Can Believe In In one of the most well known liturgical prayers, the 13 attributes of God, we extol God for being abundantly kind and patient. But prayers are not always as they seem. Was God really overflowing with unyielding compassion or was this just how the rabbis wanted to see God? Come and join me to find out. September 24th Rabbi Schuck on Beyond Atonement: Teshuvah as Transformation This class will explore teshuvah (repentance) as a path for transformation. By engaging with three classical models of teshuvah, we will examine how the sages envisioned it as a powerful tool for personal growth and spiritual realignment, with a focus on practical application in our lives.
Our learning programs are funded by The Yvette and Herman Gordon Century Fund for Adult Teaching and Learning. Please consider making a contribution to this fund to enhance our adult education programs.
Rent a Sukkah from Beth El $240, including a Lulav and Etrog Beth El friends will come and build it for you, in your yard. When the holiday ends, if you have the ability to drop the Sukkah off at Beth El, we would be grateful. If not, we will help coordinate a pick-up with you.
Mazal tov to Linda Fang and Daniel Dickman on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Olivia Dickman.
Those marking a simcha, observing the loss of a loved one, or someone who is sick or recovering from an illness have delighted/comforted that their lifecycle event has inspired generosity. If you would like to make a donation to Beth El in honor or in memory, please click here.
MISHEBERACH LIST If you would like to add a name to the Misheberach list, please email Rabbi Sitkin at zsitkin@bethelnr.org.
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
MENDING RELATIONSHIPS, MENDING THE WORLD Iona University and AJC partner for an upcoming event on Monday, September 30th at 7:30pm at Spellman Hall, Burke Lounge, Iona University, 715 North Avenue in New Rochelle. As antisemitic incidents and attacks spike around the world, it is important to learn the story of the ongoing reconciliation between Jews and Christians. Dr. Heather Miller Rubens and Dr. Benjamin Sax will lead an exploration of how different types of stereotypes and misconceptions fueled hate throughout history, how the relationship transformed in recent decades, and how what we learn from that transformation can be applied to urgent problems today. A 15 minute video will be screened. Register here. This event is free and open to the public.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
WE WILL DANCE AGAIN by Israeli film director Yariv Mozer (Ben-Gurion, Epilogue, The Devil's Confession—The Lost Eichmann Tapes, Golda's War Diaries). The film provides a powerful minute-by-minute retelling of the terror attack that took place at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023, from the sole perspective of the survivors. It gives testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. We are incredibly fortunate to have our film screened in select theaters across the US and wanted to invite you to experience this profoundly moving story of hope and resilience in a theater in Yonkers, NYC, and other local theaters. In order to check where the film is playing and to get tickets, please click here.
Thursday, September 12, 6:30–8:00 PM at the Midwestchester JCC
Curious about our new teen program, Teen Collab? Teens and their adults are invited to join us to learn more about our exciting new opportunity for 8th–12th graders to deepen their connection to Judaism! We'll reveal what the clergy and educators will be teaching in the modules offered this year, eat pizza, and connect with one another. Don't miss out!
Many Jewish organizations are offering fellowships and leadership opportunities for teens. We would love to support you in applying! Here are current opportunities, along with their deadlines.
AJC Leaders for Tomorrow: applications due Friday, September 20
For rising 10th-12th graders
Empowers teen Jewish leaders to advocate on behalf of the Jewish people, Israel, and human rights around the world.
Bronfman Fellowship: applications due Monday, December 2
For rising 11th graders; 26 accepted per year
Includes an immersive summer program and launching into a full year of transformative study and deeply personal journeys. Bronfman Fellows explore existential questions and Jewish ideas while building friendships with peers who are as curious as they are, joining a lifelong community that inspires them to change the world for the better.
We are looking for teens to participate in our Teen High Holiday services! You can read Torah (or Haftarah), lead a prayer, help plan an activity, and more! Please contactCantor Gaby if you're interested in reading or leading on these special days.
In addition to involvement in the High Holiday programming, teens also have the opportunity to lead Shabbat services in many ways–through participating in our Teen Shabbat services, reading Torah or leading services in the Main Sanctuary, and by taking over Shabbat services for Youth and Family Engagement Shabbat!
If you are interested in reading Torah, leading services, or reading Megillah, we have opportunities for mentorship and support both from Cantor Gaby and from your peers who mentor new readers and leaders. Please contact Cantor Gaby for more information.
Teens are also invited for Shabbat dinners in the rabbis’ homes, which is always a really special event for our Teens and clergy.
Stay tuned for Teen Shabbat dates coming soon!
Education
Both the Teen Collab(8th-10th Grade) and JewishU (11th-12th Grade) meet at the Midwestchester JCC on Thursday evenings. These programs are open to Jewish Teens across Westchester.
Teen Collab is a creative and dynamic educational experience for teens (grades 8–10) interested in deepening their Jewish identity, taking their Jewish education to the next level, and meeting other Jewish teens across Westchester.
The Teen Collab will meet on Thursdays from 6:30-8 pm, and will be broken into three modules. Sign up for one, two, or all three, based on your interests and schedules. Each module costs $300 for Beth El members, or you can sign up for all three for a 10% discount.
JewishU is a new program for 11th and 12th graders in which they take college-level Jewish classes (accredited by top universities) at the JCCMW to earn college credit! Two yearly classes, both running on Thursday evenings, will be offered beginning this fall. The courses offered include Hebrew 101 or History of Jewish Immigration. Each course will meet weekly on Thursdays from 6:30-9 pm from September to May. The Hebrew 101 course, accredited by Syracuse University, will cost $1700 plus a registration fee. The History of Jewish Immigration course, accredited by American Jewish University, will cost $1300 plus a registration fee.
Leadership Programs & Social Events Teen Leaders helps brainstorm, plan, prepare for, advertise and attend our monthly special events. They meet monthly to prepare for upcoming events, and are supported by the Teen Advisor.
Hadracha (Religious School Assistants) supports our Teens as they are active assistants and role models in our Religious School. There is a broad spectrum of opportunities for teens to volunteer, whether helping out in the office or supporting teachers in classrooms. Additionally, Hadracha meets regularly during Religious School hours to empower our Teens with knowledge, skills, community, and opportunities for reflection and growth. Hadracha can take place on Thursdays, Sundays, or both. Please email Alyssa if you're interested in volunteering.
Teen Social Events occur monthly, so bring your friends! Programs include lounge nights, chesed (service) events, Israel-related programs, Shabbat/holiday programs like the Purim Carnival, fun activities like baseball games, and other activities you might suggest! Dates coming soon!
Beth El Synagogue Center 1324 North Avenue New Rochelle, NY 10804 (914) 235-2700
