Events
Groups & Programs
All of these opportunities are part of Adath's Jewish Pathway to a strong Jewish identity.
Adath USY
Open to grades 9-12, Adath USY is a Jewish Youth Group within the international USY organization. USY is a fun way for Jewish teens to form friendships, learn more about their religion and culture, and become leaders in their community. USY meets during the school year for weekly Tuesday lounges and various weekend programs. To join us at Regional and International events, you must be a member of Adath USY.
Join Adath USY. Friend Adath USY on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @adathusy.
Click here for a tentative full 2022-2023 school year schedule!
Join Adath USY. Friend Adath USY on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @adathusy.
Click here for a tentative full 2022-2023 school year schedule!
USY Lounge Night Dates:
April 10, 18, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
April 10, 18, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
TEN@Adath - Teen Educational Network at Adath
Open to grades 9-12, Ten@Adath is our congregation-based experiential learning program, providing a dynamic space for teens to deepen their Jewish identity, expand their learning and connect with ancient wisdom in the world around us. Cost: $265. 2022-2023 Ten@Adath school year runs September 2022 through May 2023. Classes are scheduled to be held in-person.
Register to join.
TEN@Adath Tuesday Classes:
Tuesday evenings from 5:15 pm - 7 pm beginning September 2023 through May 2024 (exact dates will follow).
5:15 pm veggie/dairy dinner and social time,
6 pm class.
Tuesday evening class is followed by USY lounge night from 7 pm-8:15 pm (see USY membership fee).
Type TEN@Adath into the search field of Adath's calendar to view exact dates when available.
9th grade Class: Big questions on theology, leadership and life - with Hazzan Dulkin
10th grade Class: Confirmation - Getting Beyond your Jewish ABCs: Power and Responsibility in a Changing World - with Rabbi Weininger
11th - 12th grade Class: Mussar and Midot (developing soul/character traits) - with Rabbi Kravitz/Heidi Schneider
TEN@ADATH also includes Heschel Society Study Group open to grades 9-12
With the purpose of ‘investing in the future’, our Jewish community lies in the passions of those who are learning about Judaism and practicing what they learn once a month on Saturday Shabbat during Kiddush lunch timing….to have each teen enrich their Judaic knowledge and self reflection, to have each teen participant further their growth within the community.
Please contact Rachel Sher, Director of Youth Enagagement, at rachels@adath.net with any questions.
Register to join.
TEN@Adath Tuesday Classes:
Tuesday evenings from 5:15 pm - 7 pm beginning September 2023 through May 2024 (exact dates will follow).
5:15 pm veggie/dairy dinner and social time,
6 pm class.
Tuesday evening class is followed by USY lounge night from 7 pm-8:15 pm (see USY membership fee).
Type TEN@Adath into the search field of Adath's calendar to view exact dates when available.
9th grade Class: Big questions on theology, leadership and life - with Hazzan Dulkin
10th grade Class: Confirmation - Getting Beyond your Jewish ABCs: Power and Responsibility in a Changing World - with Rabbi Weininger
11th - 12th grade Class: Mussar and Midot (developing soul/character traits) - with Rabbi Kravitz/Heidi Schneider
TEN@ADATH also includes Heschel Society Study Group open to grades 9-12
With the purpose of ‘investing in the future’, our Jewish community lies in the passions of those who are learning about Judaism and practicing what they learn once a month on Saturday Shabbat during Kiddush lunch timing….to have each teen enrich their Judaic knowledge and self reflection, to have each teen participant further their growth within the community.
Please contact Rachel Sher, Director of Youth Enagagement, at rachels@adath.net with any questions.
TEN@Adath Dates:
April 18, 25 May 2, 9 |
Heschel Society Dates
Saturday, March 25 Saturday, April 29 Saturday, May 13 |
Rosh Hodesh
Rosh Hodesh is a contemporary monthly celebration of the ancient New Moon holiday for girls in grades 8-12 that builds self-esteem, leadership skills, Jewish identity, and great friendships. A program of Moving Traditions, each grade level has its own cohort. Rosh Hodesh has been offered at Adath since 2005. Interested in Rosh Hodesh? Contact Rachel Sher, Director of Youth Engagement at rachels@adath.net.
Register to join our new 8th grade cohort or continue your participation in our 9th-12th grade cohorts.
Register to join our new 8th grade cohort or continue your participation in our 9th-12th grade cohorts.
Shevet
Join this brotherhood for boys in grades 8-12 that builds self-esteem, leadership skills, Jewish identity and great friendships. A program of Moving Traditions, each grade level has its own cohort. Interested in Shevet? Contact Rachel Sher, Director of Youth Engagement at rachels@adath.net.
Register to join our new 8th grade cohort or continue your participation in our 9th-12th grade cohorts.
Register to join our new 8th grade cohort or continue your participation in our 9th-12th grade cohorts.
Kadima Gesher
Social group for 6th-8th graders that meets on various Sunday afternoons throughout the school year. Join us for fun social events, retreats and community projects! Join Kadima Gesher.
Click here for the first semester schedule!
Click here for the first semester schedule!
Maccabees
Open to children in grades 4-5. Maccabees, is a social group that meets on various Sunday afternoons throughout the school year. Join us for fun activities with a Jewish twist! For more information, contact Rachel Sher, Director of Youth Engagement at rachels@adath.net.
Register for Maccabee Events
Open to children in grades 4-5. Maccabees, is a social group that meets on various Sunday afternoons throughout the school year. Join us for fun activities with a Jewish twist! For more information, contact Rachel Sher, Director of Youth Engagement at rachels@adath.net.
Register for Maccabee Events
Saturday Morning Program
SMP is the cornerstone of educating our young congregants. All children entering 5th grade and above who plan to celebrate a B'nai Mitzvah at Adath Jeshurun are required to attend the program for 5th–7th Graders. Please contact Risa Kessler at risak@adath.net with any questions.
Register for SMP
Register for SMP
Saturday Morning Program Teen Tutors
8th Graders: This program starts students on the road to becoming SMP staff. The curriculum includes Ethics - emphasizing the Ethics of Speech, "Shmirat Lashon," leadership skills and tzedakah that inform their role as mentors of younger students; and a review of their prayer and Torah skills.
Register for 8th Grade SMP
9th-12th Graders: It is a proud Adath tradition for teens to serve as SMP staff. This vital role engages these teens in Jewish life and teaches them responsibility, and the value of passing on our traditions. Service-based scholarships for Jewish summer camps and Israel trips are available to teens who serve as SMP staff. Contact Risa Kessler, B'nai Mitzvah and Torah Reading Coordinator, at risak@adath.net to learn more.
Register for SMP teen staff
Register for 8th Grade SMP
9th-12th Graders: It is a proud Adath tradition for teens to serve as SMP staff. This vital role engages these teens in Jewish life and teaches them responsibility, and the value of passing on our traditions. Service-based scholarships for Jewish summer camps and Israel trips are available to teens who serve as SMP staff. Contact Risa Kessler, B'nai Mitzvah and Torah Reading Coordinator, at risak@adath.net to learn more.
Register for SMP teen staff
Rachel Sher is Adath's Director of Youth EngagementWe are excited to announce that Rachel Sher is our new Director of Youth Engagement! During our feedback sessions with staff, teens, and families in developing this position, we heard the importance of finding someone who can connect well with teens, understands the social and emotional needs of our youth, and has experience in developing youth leadership skills. We found all of those qualities (and more) in Rachel. We look forward to welcoming Rachel into our Adath community and she can't wait to get to know our families.
Get to know Rachel on TC Jewfolk's Who the Folk?! Podcast |