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Informal Jewish Education

It's called Informal Jewish Education, but the kids know it has nothing to do with school.  Under the auspices of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ) and guidance of adult advisors, even the most secular activities (bowling, mini-golf, etc.) can reinforce Jewish values and Conservative Jewish practice.  Advisors can also assure a balance of activities to include spiritual, cultural and community service activities along with the social events.

Other Activities

Koach -- Chanukah 5764 at Beth Emeth

Occasionally, the Youth Department produces fun and fulfilling events for all of Beth Emeth's young people, regardless of their membership in any of the youth groups.  We also serve as a clearinghouse of information about other community-wide youth activities such as those at the JCC of Northern VA, Jewish Experience for Teens (JET), Israel Quest, Jewish Youth Philanthropy Institute (JYPI) and others.

Youth Subsidies

Sisterhood offers grants to assist with Jewish camping experience or Israel trip costs for children of Sisterhood members. The annual application date is July 31. Download the grant program details and application.

The Megan Miriam Berman Youth Fund has been established to help our youthful members participate in Youth activities such as travel to regional, national and international meetings.  Members who are active in the synagogue and in Jewish studies may be eligible.  Additional subsidies are available in cases of financial need; check the Youth Subsidy Policy** for details and then complete the Subsidy Application** to request assistance. 

Completed forms should be sent or delivered to Linda Eisinger, CBE Executive Director.  And please remember to think of the Megan Miriam Berman Youth Fund as you consider donations to the Beth Emeth community. 

The ultimate goal, of course, is to provide the maximum number of opportunities for our kids to be with other Jewish kids. 

Please contact Kara Rosenwald or any of the advisors for more information, or fill out the membership form now!

We Have Youth Groups for All Ages

USY, United Synagogue Youth, 9^th – 12^th Grade

• Advisor: Judith Cabelli

• Upcoming USY Events

• Cost: $20 members/$25 non-members for ALL YOU CAN PLAY!

• RSVP to Kara - kara@bethemeth.org by Feb 25th

Kadima, 6th - 8th Grade

• Advisor: Gabi Chojkier

• Upcoming Kadima Events in 2008 (check flyers and announcements for more details):

  • February 1^st – Religious School Mini-Shabbaton Program Grades 6&7 (6:30-9pm)

  • February 2^nd – Religious School Mini-Shabbaton Program Grades 6&7 (10am-2pm)

  • February 10^th – Program TBD

  • February 22-24^th – Winter Kadima Kallah (Capital Camps, Waynesboro, PA)

  • March 9^th – Kadima @ The CBE Purim Carnival

  • April 13^th – Program TBD

  • May 18^th – End-Of-The-Year CBE Picnic

  • May 26^th – Seaboard Region USY/Kadima King’s Dominion Day

Machar, 4th - 5th Grade

• Advisor:  Cheryl Horowitz

• Save these dates!

  • February 10^th – Program

  • March 9^th – Machar goes to the Purim Carnival with their families

  • April 13^th – Chocolate Seder

  • May 18^th – End of the Year CBE Picnic

Bonim, 2nd - 3rd Grade

• Advisor:  Vacant (please contact Kara Rosenwald if you're interested!)

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Nitzanim, Grades K-1

• Advisors: Jodi Fink and Leanne Tankel

• Upcoming Nitzanim Events in 2008:

  • February 10^th  – Celebrate Israel

  • March 9^th  – Nitzanim goes to the Purim Carnival

  • April 13^th  – Chocolate Seder

  • May 18^th – End of the Year CBE Picnic

Koach, College Students

• Advisors: Suzy Arencibia and Maureen Wakefield

• Online Koach signup form

We Also Have Jewish Scouting

Cub Scouts

• Committee Chair: Stephan Greene

• Scoutmaster: Keith Rubin

• Communications: Michael Freidin

Sunday, September 23: 2:00-3:00 PM, Join/Back to Cub Scouting Day! Pack 1884 is sponsored by Beth Emeth to bring Jewish Scouting to the CBE community for boys in 1st through 5th grade.  New and returning Cub Scouts and their parents are invited to help us kick off the new Scouting year!  Outdoor games and activities planned (weather permitting).  Contact Pack Committee Chairman Steve Greene at for more information.

Brownie Troop 6389

• Troop Leader: Eve Sky

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