Groups & Programs
Adath USY
Adath USY is a Jewish Youth Group within the international USY organization. USY is a fun way for Jewish teens, from 8th-12th grade, to form friendships, learn more about their religion and culture, and become leaders in their community. 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 @artsyadath.
Join Adath USY. Friend Adath USY on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @artsyadath.
Tzedakah/Justice Teen Series
Open to all teens in 8-12th grade of the Minneapolis St. Paul area who seek to create an inclusive opportunity for our Twin Cities Jewish teens. Throughout four Sunday sessions and one Shabbat weekend our goal is to introduce our teens to new causes, organizations, non-profit organizations, develop leadership skills, participate in community service hours and ‘hands-on’ projects, and to be inspired by special guest speakers who will share their personal journey to become a local “hero.” Teens will also receive specified training when volunteering with different cultures within our community, addressing diversity in culture, socio-economic levels, abilities. Click HERE to register for each session on Eventbrite!
Contact Sue Shrell Leon, Director of Youth Engagement of Adath Jeshurun Congregation at suel@adath.net.
Contact Jody Moreimi, Engagement Director of Beth El Synagogue at jmoreimi@bethelsynagogue.org.
- October 3, Sunday, 1-4pm: Teen Challah Bake to Donate $15 fee
- November 14, Sunday, 1-4pm: Special Olympics Volunteering at ‘Bowling’ Tournament $15 fee
- January 28, Friday, 5-9pm: Shabbat Dinner/Services with “Un-Sung Heros” being our ‘ExtraOrdinary’ $20 Fee
- January 29, Saturday, noon-5pm: Shabbat Kiddush Lunch with Social Action Tikun Olam $20 Fee
- January 29, Saturday, 5-10pm: Shabbat S’uda Shlishit/Havdalah: Music/Poetry Creations in Healing – Guest Speaker Laura Sobiech, Zach Sobiech’s Mom, on his personal song “Clouds” $20 fee
- January 30, Sunday, 1-4pm: Bringing Joy and Peace with our Actions – guest speaker Johnny Fish, entrepreneur, from Fish Sunflower Fields $15 fee
- February 27, Sunday, 1-4pm: Food Bank Distributions $15 fee
- April 10, Sunday, 1-4pm: Reaching our Passions to Others: Guest speaker from a pro sports career $15 fee
Contact Sue Shrell Leon, Director of Youth Engagement of Adath Jeshurun Congregation at suel@adath.net.
Contact Jody Moreimi, Engagement Director of Beth El Synagogue at jmoreimi@bethelsynagogue.org.
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: $240. 2021-2022 Ten@Adath school year begins Tuesday, October 5. Classes are scheduled to be held in-person.
Register to join.
TEN@Adath Tuesday Classes:
Tuesday evenings from 5:15 pm - 7 pm beginning October 5, 2021 through May 2022 (exact dates will follow).
5:15 pm veggie/dairy dinner and social time (according to current COVID-19 protocols),
5:45 pm minyan,
6 pm class.
Tuesday evening class is followed by USY lounge night from 7 pm -8:15 pm (see USY membership fee).
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 8-12th grade
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 Sue Shrell Leon at suel@adath.net with any questions.
Register to join.
TEN@Adath Tuesday Classes:
Tuesday evenings from 5:15 pm - 7 pm beginning October 5, 2021 through May 2022 (exact dates will follow).
5:15 pm veggie/dairy dinner and social time (according to current COVID-19 protocols),
5:45 pm minyan,
6 pm class.
Tuesday evening class is followed by USY lounge night from 7 pm -8:15 pm (see USY membership fee).
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 8-12th grade
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 Sue Shrell Leon at suel@adath.net with any questions.
Rosh Hodesh
Rosh Hodesh, a program of Moving Traditions, (www.roshhodesh.org), 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. Rosh Hodesh has been offered at Adath since 2005. Register for Rosh Hodesh. Enrollment open to 8th, 9th & 10th graders at this time.
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. Register for Shevet. Enrollment open to 9th & 10th graders at this time.
Kadima
Social group for 5th-7th graders that meets monthly on Sunday afternoons. Join us for fun social events, retreats and community projects! Join Kadima.
Maccabee
Open to children in grades 2-4. Maccabees is a social group that meets monthly on Sunday afternoons. Join us for fun activities with a Jewish twist! For more information, contact Sue Shrell Leon, Director of Youth Engagement at suel@adath.net
Open to children in grades 2-4. Maccabees is a social group that meets monthly on Sunday afternoons. Join us for fun activities with a Jewish twist! For more information, contact Sue Shrell Leon, Director of Youth Engagement at suel@adath.net
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.
Visit our Shabbat page for information on Junior Congregation for grades K-4
Visit our Shabbat page for information on Junior Congregation for grades K-4
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.
9-12th 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.
9-12th 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.
Questions about our youth programming?
Contact Sue Shrell Leon, Director of Youth Engagement, at suel@adath.net or 952.545.2424
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