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Monday, May 18
 

2:30pm EDT

Art with Intention: From Craft to Kadosh (Holy)
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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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.
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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
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Challenge Course: Facilitating Self and Others
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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In this track, we will build a community of learning facilitators through active outdoor group fun-tivities designed to open our holy eyes into the souls of ourselves as guides.
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avatar for Josh Friedman

Josh Friedman

Educator, he/him
Josh is a professor of psychology at Manhattan University studying how people help each other learn. In 15 summers at URJ Greene Family Camp, Josh worked with almost every age group, spending the bulk of his time on challenge courses, working with teens, and training CITs. Before... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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Israel: Names as Narratives
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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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.
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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
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Israeli Dance
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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In this track, we will learn the what, the why, and the how of Israeli dance, including all the other things you can secretly learn (and teach!) while doing it.
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avatar for Erica Goldman

Erica Goldman

Educator, she/her
Erica Goldman has been an engineering linguist, a high school English teacher, and a nonprofit Chief Program Officer. A two-time Brandeis University graduate, Erica holds an M.B.A. as well as a Master’s in Jewish Professional Leadership and is a grateful Wexner Fellow/Davidson Scholar... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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Nature
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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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.
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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
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Science
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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In this track, we will dive into the most awe-inspiring science activities and discover how they can help achieve the most important goals at camp.
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 →
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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Sports: You Win By Playing The Game!
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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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!
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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
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Storytelling: The Silly. The Sacred. The Special.
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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In this track, we will play with the ways that stories (and storytellers!) show up at camp. We will learn how to use storytelling effectively with campers using collaborative games, writing, drawing, improv, Jewish texts, and our holy, limitless imaginations!
Speakers
avatar for JessAnn Smith

JessAnn Smith

Educator, she/any
Originally from the Pacific Northwest, JessAnn is a dedicated educator, social worker, and storyteller committed to building inclusive and accessible Jewish communities. With experience at organizations like Keshet, the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, and most recently Stony Brook... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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Tale as Old as Time: Integrating Jewish Texts into Programming
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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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."
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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
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The Music in You
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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In this track, we will explore techniques to unlock and reveal the hidden songs inside of us so that we can add new awesome meaningful songs to our camps and beyond. Songwriting for everyone!
Speakers
avatar for Pesach Stadlin

Pesach Stadlin

Educator, he/him
Pesach is a founding member and Rabbi of Eden Village Summer Camps. He is a big fan of creator and creation, and his favorite spiritual postures are closeness and balance. He has lived up in the Redwood trees, on sailboats, and led 17 international trips with American Jewish World... Read More →
Monday May 18, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
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