Announcements

May 12, 2024
4 Iyyar 5784

Hi everyone,

As the year winds down, we hope to see you at Beth El this month, with some programs that we've been waiting for all year.

Plus, we want to hear from you as we begin to think about the next school year! We're looking for your input and your leadership in the planning and, with that in mind, we ask you to fill out this survey by May 19 and on Sunday, May 19 at 6:30 pm, join us at Beth El for an end of the year BBQ and Teen Town Hall to celebrate the year and plan for the future. Two teens who fill out the survey will win a raffle prize!

CHECK OUT BELOW FOR DETAILS ABOUT OUR BETH EL PROGRAMS:

1. Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha'atzmaut on Monday, May 13
2. End of the Year BBQ and Teen Town Hall on Sunday, May 19
3. Shabbat Dinner at Bekkah's Home on Friday, May 31

*Please note: there will be no lounge night this month because of these other important programs.

Please also check out these special opportunities from the Shalom Hartman Institute that provide knowledge and support to our Teens during this historic and difficult time for Israel and Jews around the world:

1. ​​​​​​​Conflict in Context: Virtual Session 1 on Wednesday, May 15
   
2. Conflict in Context: Virtual Session 2 on Monday, May 20
3. Shalom Hartmann Teen Fellowship (9th-11th) Virtual Open House on Tuesday, May 21
4. Conflict in Context: Virtual Session 3 on Wednesday, May 29

More information on the flyers below, or you can click the links above to register.
Questions? Contact Bekkah at teens@bethelnr.org.

* make sure to add .html to the end of the event registration!

We hope to see you this month as we wrap up the year together.

Commemorate Yom Hazikaron and Celebrate Yom Ha'atzmaut with the Beth El Community
OPEN TO ALL

3-PART VIRTUAL SERIES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
All sessions 8:00-9:00 pm ET
Join Hartman faculty for a 3-part series that will provide clear and concise explanations of this difficult moment. No matter what your knowledge level or background, this series is for you! 

Weds, May 15 | How Did We Get Here? A brief history of Israel and the conflict with Palestinians, with Sara Labaton, Hartman Director of Teaching and Learning.

Mon, May 20 | Where Are We Right Now? A survey of the current crisis including the internal visions within Israeli society, with Masua Sagiv, Hartman Scholar in Residence.

Weds, May 29 | Where Might We Go? A look ahead as to the possible futures for Israel and Palestine, with Michael Koplow, Hartman Senior Research Fellow and Chief Policy Officer, Israel Policy Forum.

Register here.

VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE: TUESDAY, MAY 21 AT 8:00 PM
If you are currently in 9th-11th grade, join the virtual open house to learn more about our outstanding Teen Fellowship from our faculty, staff, and current Fellows.  

Jewish teens have big questions, face challenging dilemmas, and are searching for a place to explore new ideas.

The Hartman Teen Fellowship is an extraordinary opportunity for North American students in grades 10-12 to cultivate their Jewish identities, values, and relationship to Israel. Our pluralistic community is a place where thoughtful, motivated Jewish teens can bring their big ideas, hear new perspectives, and develop new insights. Applications now open for 2024-2025. 

Register here.

There is still time for a RootOne Voucher to go to Israel this Summer! Available for Teens entering 10th-12th Grade
RootOne resources can be found at rootone.org/resources.

Are you going to Israel or Camp Ramah this summer?
LET US KNOW!
Email Alyssa at aberman@bethelnr.org!