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Sunday, May 18
 

4:15pm EDT

Challenge Course as Life: Facilitating Self and Other through Strife
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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In this track we will learn how we move, and how our movement moves others. We will play with ropes, koosh toys, hula hoops, traffic cones, and beach balls to explore how to guide and manage meaningful growth between the spaces we are comfortable, and those we are not yet capable in. Learn how to step into discomfort with confidence, and facilitate others doing the same.
Speakers
avatar for Josh Friedman

Josh Friedman

Educator, he/him
Josh is a professor of psychology at Hunter College, City University of New York and a Postdoctoral Research Scientist at Columbia University where he teaches and conducts research on how interpersonal dynamics between students and teachers impact student learning. In 15 summers at... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track A

4:15pm EDT

Israeli Dance
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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In this track we will learn the what, the why, and the how of Israeli dance, including all the other things you can secretly learn (and teach!) while doing it.
Speakers
avatar for Erica Goldman

Erica Goldman

Educator, she/her
Erica Goldman has been an engineering linguist, a high school English teacher, and a nonprofit Chief Program Officer. A two-time Brandeis University graduate, Erica holds an M.B.A. as well as a Master’s in Jewish Professional Leadership and is a grateful Wexner Fellow/Davidson Scholar... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track A

4:15pm EDT

Nature: The Basics
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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In this track we will build fires and forts, learn nature based games, discuss Jewish philosophies of/towards nature, and have tons of fun learning these skills to help engage with our campers!
Speakers
avatar for Josh Lake

Josh Lake

Educator, he/him
Josh Lake received a Masters Degree in Jewish Education from The Jewish Theological Seminary. He is the founder and principal operator of Outdoor Jewish Adventures, a company whose goal is to explore Creation and the role Jews play as partners in Creation. Josh works with teachers... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track A

4:15pm EDT

Social Justice
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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In this track we will explore the roots and nature of Social Justice in Judaism and how it manifests at camp.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Shaw

Melissa Shaw

Educator, she/they
Melissa Shaw is a facilitator and educator who offers a unique consultancy based in social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, social emotional learning and the arts. She has facilitated for school districts, school boards, universities, theaters, congregations, summer camps... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track A

4:15pm EDT

Sports. At. Camp: It's In The Game
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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In this track we will tackle the field of sports at camp. From slam-dunks like the best games to play, to much more complex 7-10 split situations, such as how to embrace a culture of winning and losing through playing, text study, and getting our heads in the game. Play Ball!
Speakers
avatar for Joel Swedlove

Joel Swedlove

Educator, he/him
Joel is a product of the Jewish Summer Camp. His parents met at UAHC Camp Swig and he believes deeply in the importance of summer camp to the American Jewish community.Joel has coached Basketball for both boys and girls at the middle and high school levels with multiple appearances... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track A

4:15pm EDT

Weird Science
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
TBA
Were you the kid who loved to make slime and oobleck in the kitchen? Was the science fair the best part of the school year? Do you hold a special place in your heart for Bill Nye or Steve Spangler? If so, you've found your track! In this track we will explore fun ways to harness campers' natural curiosity and find wonder and radical amazement all around us. We'll also uncover how science can help us achieve our vision for transformative learning at camp.
Speakers
avatar for Daniel Abramson

Daniel Abramson

Educator, he/him
Daniel Abramson is a passionate Jewish experiential educator. Daniel hold a Masters Degree in Education with an emphasis on curriculum studies and teacher development. Daniel's educational philosophy is grounded in the idea that curiosity, wonder, and play are key elements of transformative... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track A

5:15pm EDT

Neurodiversity at Camp
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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In this track we will learn where neurodiversity fits within a larger social justice framework, identify opportunities for full inclusion of neurodivergent campers at our own camps, and learn strategies we can implement and share to promote neurodiversity inclusive camp environments.
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Figurasmith

Rachel Figurasmith

Educator, she/her
Rachel Figurasmith is a nonprofit executive, disability inclusion advocate and long-time Jewish educator. Rachel's professional time is spent primarily leading organizations through periods of transition as an interim leader. She also trains nonprofit professionals and educators on... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track B

5:15pm EDT

The BIG Camp-Wide Moments: Programming with More Intention and WOW!
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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In this track we will learn ways to make our existing camp-wide programs and events enriched with Jewish intention and excitement!
Speakers
avatar for Meir Balofsky

Meir Balofsky

Educator, he/him
Meir Balofsky is doing what he can for the good of the Jewish people and is having a really fun time doing it. During the academic year, he is the Director of Experiential Education at Israel XP, at Bar Ilan University gap year program. During the summer, he is the staff support and... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track B

5:15pm EDT

Turning Moments into Memories: Building Your Ritual Toolkit
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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In this track we will use ritual to identify and create meaningful moments and traditions for ourselves, our campers, and our entire camp communities.
Speakers
avatar for Ariella Rosen

Ariella Rosen

Educator, she/her
Ariella is an educator and rabbi who has dedicated her career to supporting people of all ages (but especially young people) in building personally meaningful Jewish communities and identities. She lives in Northampton, MA, where she serves as rabbi and oversees youth and family experiences... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track B

5:15pm EDT

Working with Younger Campers
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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In this track we will explore the world of younger campers — joys, challenges, and approaches to working with the youngest members of our camp communities.
Speakers
avatar for Chana Rothman

Chana Rothman

Educator, she/her
Chana Rothman is a singer/songwriter, Jewish and music educator based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Chana is often commissioned to write the annual Cornerstone song, with recent bops including "Mah Rabu" and "Grow" as well as classics like "Simplify" and "Ayeka." Chana has taught... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
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  Specialty Track B
 
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