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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

Diverse Perspectives & Sacred Conflict: Navigating Difference
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will explore diverse perspectives with a variety of tools, such as an asset-based approach and the Jewish value of machloket (constructive disagreement for the sake of heaven) to reframe conflict as an opportunity for growth, ethical clarity, and deeper understanding of friends and foes.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Melissa Carter

Dr. Melissa Carter

Educator, she/her
Melissa Carter, EdD, serves as the Sr. Director of Global Spiritual Life at NYU, the head of Mindfulness Education and Programming, an assistant professor at the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, and an adjunct professor at the Silver School of Social Work. She holds... 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

Working with Teens
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will explore key strategies and skills for engaging and supporting teens at camp.
Speakers
avatar for Jodie Goldberg

Jodie Goldberg

Founder and Principal, Fleurish Consulting Inc.
Jodie Goldberg is the Founder and Principal of Fleurish Consulting, a practice dedicated to helping individuals and organizations design gatherings that cultivate connection and deepen belonging between people. As a seasoned Jewish professional, Jodie's career features roles such... Read More →
Sunday May 17, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
TBA
  Context Track
 
Monday, May 18
 

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

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

Israel: Names as Narratives
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will explore the stories and narratives embedded in the names of Israeli leaders, streets, and events, highlighting naming as a storytelling and meaning-making tool.
Speakers
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 →
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

2:30pm EDT

Sports: You Win By Playing The Game!
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
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 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 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
  Program Track

2:30pm EDT

Tale as Old as Time: Integrating Jewish Texts into Programming
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track, we will explore what it means to be interpreters and teachers of Torah and learn the skills and strategies to make Jewish texts engaging and "campy."
Speakers
avatar for Akiko Yonekawa

Akiko Yonekawa

Educator, she/her
Aki Yonekawa is a Jewish educator who lives mostly in Massachusetts, sometimes in California, and all the time in a state of wonder. She grew up going to the Wilshire Blvd. Temple Camps and worked at Camp JCA Shalom and Camp Alonim. Her current camp gig is a program for 20-29 year-olds... 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

Educational Theory for Addressing Israel at Camp
Monday May 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will unpack a theoretical foundation for Israel (and Israel/Palestine) Education and talk through the ethical questions that emerge when we put theory into practice. This session is designed for supervisors who want to think deeply about the opportunities and tensions that arise when working with staff on Israel Education. No experience with educational theory needed or expected, all supervisors are warmly invited to join.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Cohen Fisher

Lauren Cohen Fisher

Educator, she/her/theirs
Lauren Cohen Fisher (Fisher) holds a faculty appointment in Jewish Studies at Colby College, where she teaches courses about Israeli Society and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict & serves as the Director of Jewish Student Life. She is the creator of The Inquiry-Centered Model, an approach... 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

7:30pm EDT

Pre-State Zionist Approaches to Jewish-Arab Relations in Palestine
Monday May 18, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will do a close reading of early (1920s and 1930s) ideas about the relationship between Zionism and the local Arab population. Drawing from the works of Martin Buber, Zeev Jabotinsky, and Henrietta Szold, we will examine how the echoes of the past are present in the current discourse about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Supervisors of all viewpoints and content knowledge are warmly welcome to join! If you're looking for a spicy conversation across political difference, this session is for you. [SUPERVISORS ONLY]
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Cohen Fisher

Lauren Cohen Fisher

Educator, she/her/theirs
Lauren Cohen Fisher (Fisher) holds a faculty appointment in Jewish Studies at Colby College, where she teaches courses about Israeli Society and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict & serves as the Director of Jewish Student Life. She is the creator of The Inquiry-Centered Model, an approach... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
TBA
  Staffter Hours
 
Tuesday, May 19
 

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

Jewish Environmentalism at Camp
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will learn how Judaism and environmental stewardship are interconnected and explore the importance of protecting the land that we use for our summer camps.
Speakers
avatar for Jared Richie

Jared Richie

Guest, he/him
Jared Richie is the Adamah on Campus National Coordinator, where he supports Jewish college students in bringing Jewish and environmental programming to their college campuses. He is a proud alum and serves on the Board of Directors for Habonim Dror Camp Moshava in Street, Maryland... 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

The Art of Sacred Rest at Camp
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will explore the concept of rest and why it looks different for each of us. Using a framework that highlights the seven types of rest humans need to thrive, we'll learn to identify the kinds of rest, and the tools, that can help both you and your campers feel more restored throughout the summer.
Speakers
avatar for Jodie Goldberg

Jodie Goldberg

Founder and Principal, Fleurish Consulting Inc.
Jodie Goldberg is the Founder and Principal of Fleurish Consulting, a practice dedicated to helping individuals and organizations design gatherings that cultivate connection and deepen belonging between people. As a seasoned Jewish professional, Jodie's career features roles such... Read More →
Tuesday May 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
TBA
  Tuesday Fellow Elective

3:00pm EDT

Living Between Hope and Reality: Between Hatikvah v’Hamatzav
Tuesday May 19, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
In this session, we will learn how to hold multiple perspectives, argue with integrity, and live as a people bound by responsibility.
Speakers
avatar for Shalom Orzach

Shalom Orzach

Author and Educator
Shalom is a senior educational consultant and an acclaimed public speaker on contemporary Israel who brings extensive knowledge, humor and passion. He regularly writes on Israel and Jewish education in The Times of Israel and eJewishPhilanthropy. For the anniversary of October 7th... Read More →
Tuesday May 19, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
TBA
  Tuesday Supervisor Elective
 

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