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Sunday, May 17
 

4:00pm EDT

A Queer Lens on Care
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will use a queer lens to explore practical ways to create spacious, inclusive, supportive, and holy camp opportunities and communities where every camper and staff member is seen, valued, and honored. We will be guided by the Jewish idea of B'tzelem Elohim: we are all created in the image of holiness. We will do this using meditation, journaling, text study and MORE! This session is for LGBTQIA+ Fellows.
Speakers
avatar for Dubbs Weinblatt

Dubbs Weinblatt

Educator, they/them
Dubbs Weinblatt is a nonbinary, trans, sober educator, facilitator, speaker, storyteller, podcaster, producer, consultant and the Founder/CEO of Thank You For Coming Out -- a podcast and DEIB Storytelling company. They're also the Social Justice Manager at SAJ; a progressive synagogue... Read More →
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
  Context Track

4:00pm EDT

Social Justice
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will explore themes of Social Justice through a Jewish lens by way of games, art, experiences, and text, and how to integrate these themes into camp programming.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Shaw

Melissa Shaw

Educator, she/they
Melissa Shaw is a facilitator, organizer and educator who offers a unique consultancy based in social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, social emotional learning and the arts. She currently serves as the Director of Social Action and Courageous Conversations for Lab/Shul in... Read More →
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
  Context Track

4:00pm EDT

The Power of Creative Quiet
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will explore the rich potential of camp's quieter spaces: listening to nature, practicing mindfulness and reflection, approaching rest creatively, crafting space for deep conversation, cultivating the leadership of our introverts, and so much more.
Speakers
avatar for Sarra Alpert

Sarra Alpert

Educator, she/her
Sarra Alpert is an educator who helps folks support and challenge each other towards deeper and more transformative social justice engagement in Jewish communal spaces and beyond. She has been on the Cornerstone faculty for 18 years and has taught at a whole bunch of Jewish camps... Read More →
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
  Context Track

4:00pm EDT

Working with Younger Campers
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
In this session, 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, and ritual facilitator based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Chana is thrilled to return on Cornerstone faculty where she provides professional development and is commissioned to write a theme song for hundreds of... Read More →
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
  Context Track
 
Monday, May 18
 

12:00pm EDT

Caring for the Earth at Camp
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will find ideas and inspiration from real-life successes and challenges of caring for the earth at camp.
Speakers
avatar for Chana Rothman

Chana Rothman

Educator, she/her
Chana Rothman is a singer/songwriter, Jewish and music educator, and ritual facilitator based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Chana is thrilled to return on Cornerstone faculty where she provides professional development and is commissioned to write a theme song for hundreds of... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Monday Fellow Elective

12:00pm EDT

Endless Blessings: Exploring Holiness in Our Own Lives
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will reflect on the sources of holiness in our own lives inspired by the prayer Nisim B'chol Yom. Each participant will create a small reminder of the endless blessings and daily miracles they experience.
Speakers
avatar for Jill Stepak

Jill Stepak

Educator, she/her
Jill Stepak is an educator, instructional designer, musician, artist, and a proud Camp Interlaken JCC alum. For the past twenty years, Jill has worked to integrate arts, Jewish learning, and educational theories in a variety of settings, from synagogues to camps, schools, and for-profits... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Monday Fellow Elective

12:00pm EDT

The World Out There: How We Cope and Show Up
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will build our skills for how to cherish our camp space and be present in our essential roles as staff without pretending the outside world doesn't exist. More than ever, many in our camp communities -- and our loved ones -- are spending the rest of the year targeted or marginalized for our identities. We will discuss how trying to care for ourselves and each other in that context creates new challenges and opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Sarra Alpert

Sarra Alpert

Educator, she/her
Sarra Alpert is an educator who helps folks support and challenge each other towards deeper and more transformative social justice engagement in Jewish communal spaces and beyond. She has been on the Cornerstone faculty for 18 years and has taught at a whole bunch of Jewish camps... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Monday Fellow Elective

12:00pm EDT

Thinking Through the Cycles & Repetition in Our Lives
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will meditate on the cycles (i.e., habits, patterns) that shape our lives, at camp and beyond, exploring the role of repetition and disruption. Participants will be invited to share these reflections by co-creating a collective song or poem through spoken word, singing, or instruments; participation is always optional.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Daniel Shore

Dr. Daniel Shore

Educator, he/him
Dr. Daniel Shore has a PhD in Workplace Psychology and has been on the Cornerstone Faculty for 7 summers. He is a researcher, consultant, and trainer across the gamut of human workplace experiences, from cybersecurity teams to summer camp leaders and staff. In addition to working... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Monday Fellow Elective

2:30pm EDT

Art with Intention: From Craft to Kadosh (Holy)
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will learn to use art as a dynamic tool for creating meaningful Jewish learning experiences for your campers. Together we will explore how various art forms (painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, fiber and moreâ) can be used to bring Jewish values, stories, and traditions to life. By the end of the session, you will have a toolkit of creative ideas and techniques to make Jewish learning both impactful and memorable, inspiring campers to see the beauty of Judaism through the lens of artistic representation and expression.
Speakers
avatar for Jill Stepak

Jill Stepak

Educator, she/her
Jill Stepak is an educator, instructional designer, musician, artist, and a proud Camp Interlaken JCC alum. For the past twenty years, Jill has worked to integrate arts, Jewish learning, and educational theories in a variety of settings, from synagogues to camps, schools, and for-profits... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
  Program Track

2:30pm EDT

Nature
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will explore Jewish nature through hands on, fun activities like: making fires (esh), solo sits (Hitbodedut), natural art, interactive games, and planting trees all while being a community in the forest and learning from and with nature, trees/bushes, and each other.
Speakers
avatar for Josh Lake

Josh Lake

Educator, he/him
Josh Lake received a Master's 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 →
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
  Program Track

3:00pm EDT

Creating Holy Moments at Camp - Anyone Can Do It!
Monday May 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will explore and experience different modalities for counselors and staff to elevate and spiritually-charge otherwise ordinary camp programs, cabin time, trips, and unplanned moments of spontaneity.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Allenberg

Adam Allenberg

Advisor, he/him
Rabbi Adam M. Allenberg, MAJE is a husband and Aba, an educator and songleader, a prayer leader and permaculture designer. He serves as the Director of K-12 Education and Engagement for Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles. He has been blessed to teach and counsel, advise and agitate at 25... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
  Monday Supervisor Elective

3:00pm EDT

Every New Beginning Comes from Some Other Beginning's End
Monday May 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will learn best practices for how to handle the complicated emotions that come up during inter-session at camp. How you turn the page without losing the lessons learned and move forward without holding onto moments that are keeping us from being our best selves?
Speakers
avatar for Joel Swedlove

Joel Swedlove

Educator, he/him
Joel Swedlove 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... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
  Monday Supervisor Elective

3:00pm EDT

You Matter: Own Your Gifts
Monday May 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will learn about the importance of identifying, owning, and utilizing the unique gifts you have in order to bring them to your work and to our world. You have special gifts that you may not be acknowledging enough, and knowing what they are will give you added confidence this summer. Your camp and your community need you and the unique gifts you bring!!
Speakers
avatar for Natalie Goldfein

Natalie Goldfein

Advisor, she/her
Natalie Goldfein relishes helping people learn about themselves and others. She believes we create a better world for all by bringing our Uniqueness to all we do. As President of NGCC: Natalie Goldfein Coaching & Consulting, Natalie is a teacher, life coach and consultant with over... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
  Monday Supervisor Elective

7:30pm EDT

Holy Walking, Holy Howling: Turning Dusk into a Holy Space
Monday May 18, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will take a walk and let the forest help us decompress from the day with nature as a guide/healer. We will look for the moon to howl out our fear and love so we can rejuvenate our souls.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Berger

Lauren Berger

FJC Staff, she/her
Lauren's passion for Jewish camp began at Camp Interlaken JCC and has grown through the Cornerstone Fellowship, her work as an event intern, and most recently at Camp Wise. She's excited to bring that love for camp into her role as part of the fourth cohort of the FJC Fellowship... Read More →
avatar for Idan Chazan

Idan Chazan

Educator, he/him
Idan Chazan is a PhD candidate at New York University, focusing on the history of Israel and Zionism. His research examines how Israelis have historically responded to national crises or scandals. Aside from academic studies, his professional experience has centered on Israel and... Read More →
avatar for Josh Lake

Josh Lake

Educator, he/him
Josh Lake received a Master's 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 →
Monday May 18, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
TBA
  Staffter Hours

7:30pm EDT

Wholly Holy: An Evening of Creative Play
Monday May 18, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will play with fun (and potentially messy) art materials to imaginatively and creatively explore the holiness, awe, and wonder that can be found all around us.
Speakers
avatar for Daniel Abramson

Daniel Abramson

Educator, he/him
Long before he earned a BFA from OCAD University, a BEd from York University, and an MEd from OISE at the University of Toronto, Daniel Abramson was just a curious kid with an urge to take things apart to figure out how they worked. His passion for inquiry, curiousity and discovery... Read More →
avatar for Jill Stepak

Jill Stepak

Educator, she/her
Jill Stepak is an educator, instructional designer, musician, artist, and a proud Camp Interlaken JCC alum. For the past twenty years, Jill has worked to integrate arts, Jewish learning, and educational theories in a variety of settings, from synagogues to camps, schools, and for-profits... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
TBA
  Staffter Hours
 
Tuesday, May 19
 

12:00pm EDT

From Broken to Beautiful: Creating "Whole-iness" in Imperfection
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will explore the Japanese art of kintsugi by repairing broken pottery while emphasizing the beauty in its brokenness. We will reflect on how we can create internal wholeness and find holiness even during our most challenging moments.
Speakers
avatar for Noga Melnick

Noga Melnick

Cornerstone Alumni Board (CAB), she/her
Noga Melnick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with families who have experienced trauma. Noga earned her Master’s in Social Work from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis and she currently works as a therapist for college students... Read More →
avatar for PJ Litvack

PJ Litvack

Cornerstone Alumni Board (CAB), he/him
PJ Litvack worked at Camp Shalom and Camp Solelim, taking on meaningful roles in both communities. He is serving on the Cornerstone Alumni Board for his third year, bringing experience and dedication to the team. PJ also loves Cornerstone—a lot—and it continues to be one of his... Read More →
avatar for Shayna Lebowitz

Shayna Lebowitz

Cornerstone Alumni Board (CAB), she/her
Shayna Lebowitz is an enthusiastic young professional with a passion for Jewish education, youth development, and of course camp! Her flame was first lit at Camp Laurelwood, where she spent the past fourteen summers— first as a camper, and more recently as prayer leader, division... Read More →
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Tuesday Fellow Elective

12:00pm EDT

Gratitude + Kindness = Holiness
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will look for the holiness hidden in moments of gratitude and acts of chesed (kindness) using texts, meditation, and journaling.
Speakers
avatar for Dubbs Weinblatt

Dubbs Weinblatt

Educator, they/them
Dubbs Weinblatt is a nonbinary, trans, sober educator, facilitator, speaker, storyteller, podcaster, producer, consultant and the Founder/CEO of Thank You For Coming Out -- a podcast and DEIB Storytelling company. They're also the Social Justice Manager at SAJ; a progressive synagogue... Read More →
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Tuesday Fellow Elective

12:00pm EDT

No Wrong Turns: Walking the Labyrinth
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will meditate on the the truth that life is perfect exactly as it, via a walking meditation, in the company of angels, through a home-spun labyrinth.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Shaw

Melissa Shaw

Educator, she/they
Melissa Shaw is a facilitator, organizer and educator who offers a unique consultancy based in social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, social emotional learning and the arts. She currently serves as the Director of Social Action and Courageous Conversations for Lab/Shul in... Read More →
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Tuesday Fellow Elective

12:00pm EDT

Tzitzit Making: Learn To Tie Your Own Set, Strings Attached!
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will learn how to tie your own set of traditional tzitzit (ritual fringes on 4 cornered garments).
Speakers
avatar for Meir Balofsky

Meir Balofsky

Educator, he/him
Meir Balofsky has spent more summers at Camp Moshava Canada than most people. That might sound remarkable, but when you consider the world population is like 8 billion, it suddenly looks less impressive. A master of camp ruach, surprise skits, and perfectly timed dad jokes, Meir has... Read More →
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Tuesday Fellow Elective
 

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