TRIBE Three-Sixty

Atlanta Jewish Teen Opportunities

TRIBE Three-Sixty is committed to serving as a concierge service for the Atlanta’ teen community by providing resources to connect teens to opportunities around the community. If you have any questions regarding teen programming in Atlanta, please call us at 404-961-9950 or email info@tribethreesixty.org.

Ahavath Achim Machar, Kadima and USY

Programs designed for young people provide a way for them to interrelate, work together and have fun at the same time. The youth groups described here are rich in their spiritual and educational value and help our youth to grow, to understand and to better relate to the fundamental elements of Jewish culture. Orly Henkin, Youth Coordinator: phone 404.355.5222 x266, www.aasynagogue.org/programs_yp.asp or email ohenkin@aasynagogue.org

BBYO (Bnai Brith Youth Organization) – Atlanta Council

In Atlanta, BBYO is a thriving, vibrant community with more than 700 members strong in 14 chapters (7 BBG/Girls and 7 AZA/Boys) throughout the city. Here, you will find unforgettable experiences and friendships that will last a lifetime. Visit http://www.acbbyo.org/ or contact Anita Blustein at anita.blustein@atlantajcc.org.

Camp Barney Medintz

Camp Barney Medintz has provided the most magical Jewish summer overnight camping adventure for over 1000 boys and girls (ages 8-16) from Atlanta, throughout the Southeast and from all across the United States for four decades! Since 1963 when this very special place was established to honor a remarkable man devoted to an extraordinary Jewish summer camping experience, "Camp Barney" has annually been recognized as a leader in the camping industry. Camp Barney has the following units for teens: TSOFIM For teens completing grade 7 and ALUFIM for teens completing grade 8 . In addition Camp Barney offers fabulous trips and adventures for teens through the J.I.T. program for those completing 9th grade and the S.I.T. program for those completing 10th grade. For more information visit www.campbarney.org or call (770) 396-3250.

Camp Coleman

URJ Camp Coleman allows our children to live a wholly Jewish life while at camp. Campers can experience Jewish culture and tradition while in a safe, challenging and fun environment. In a natural setting, campers are given the opportunity to explore their Judaism. Coleman provides a creative setting for Jewish living and learning, through camp programming. At Camp Coleman campers and staff can develop lifelong friendships. The Coleman experience for teens includes TSOFIM: For Entering 7th Graders; NACHSHONIM: For Entering 8th Graders; KESHER: For Entering 9th; CHALUTZIM: For Entering 10th; NFTY/COLEMAN IN ISRAEL: For Entering 11th Graders; MACHON and MUMCHIM: For Entering 12th Graders. For more information, contact www.coleman.urjcamps.org or call (770) 671-8971.

Camp Isidore Alterman

Since 1946, Camp Isidore Alterman (CIA) has been the leader in Jewish summer day camping in the greater Atlanta area. Nestled in a natural and rustic setting, Camp Isidore Alterman provides a day camping experience like no other day camp in the area. CIA provides a FUN and DYNAMIC summer program, where campers and staff will gain Jewish memories that last a lifetime. Our staff positions start with rising 11th graders. We also offer Staff-in-Training programs rising 10th graders (Senior SITs) and rising 9th graders (Junior SITs). For more information or to apply please contact Adam Cohen at adam.cohen@atlantajcc.org or call 678-812-3882.

Camp Judaea

For almost five decades, Camp Judaea has been providing a high-quality, fun and educational program to children and staff members. We strive to enhance each camper's Jewish identity and love for Israel while also providing the opportunity for individual growth and social experience. We take advantage of our beautiful setting in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina to provide each camper with an outdoor experience that will heighten his or her appreciation of nature and the outdoors. Teen programs include Kesher – for currently in the 7th grade; Bogrim for teens currently in the 8th grade. Chalutzim - A camp experience for current 9th graders. Hadracha Plus A two-month long leadership training program for current 10th graders. For more information visit www.campjudaea.org or call 404.634.7883.

Camp Ramah Darom

Founded in 1997, Ramah Darom (Ramah of the South) is the newest overnight camp in the national Ramah system – the camping arm of the Conservative Movement. Ramah Darom offers an outstanding overnight camp in a dynamic Jewish environment. Camp Ramah integrates experiential Jewish living and learning with an atmosphere of friendship and fun. In addition to a top-notch sports and arts programs, campers find a caring approach to social, intellectual, and religious growth. Ramah Darom offers 4 or 8 week programs for teens up to the age of entering 11th graders; Ramah Israel Seminar is a 6 week Israel program for entering 12th graders. For more information, visit www.ramahdarom.org or call (404) 531-0801.

Chabad In-Town Hebrew High (Gesher L’Chaim) and Youth Programs

Chabad Intown has built a reputation as being the premier provider of Jewish experience for children in the "in-town" Atlanta community. Gesher L'Chaim is for students after their Bar/Bat Mitzvah through 12th grade. Call Leah Sollish at 404-898-0434 or visit their website.

Congregation Bet Haverim

Youth learn to incorporate Judaism into their lives through activities that focus on Jewish culture, spiritual values, Hebrew language skills and religious knowledge. Contact Ari Zelig, youth advisor at cbhadmin@bellsouth.net or call (404) 315-6446.

Congregation Beth Shalom Kadima and USY

Contact Staci Kinsler youth@bshalom.net or call 770-399-5300.

Congregation B’nai Torah Yeladim, Kadima and USY

USY is a group for high school youth. It is designed to get Jewish teens involved in their community USYers get involved various programming from Tikun Olam service projects to leadership development. Kadima is a group for middle school youth. It is designed to offer pre-teens appropriate social programs that increase their Jewish involvement and engage them in community services. Yeladim is a program for 3-5th graders. They will meet to participate fun projects while learning a little bit more about Judaism & Tzedakah. Please contact Tara Johnson at 404-257-0537 or tara@bnaitorah.org or visit www.bnaitorah.org/youth.htm.

Congregation Shearith Israel

Contact Yael Pritzker, Education Director by e-mail: yaelpritzker@shearithisrael.com

Congregation Etz Chaim – Sababa USY and Kadima

Etz Chaim offers innovative youth programs for children and teens in 3rd through 12th grade. For more information contact Abbie Burk at 770-973-0137, visit www.sababausy.org or email abbie@etzchaim.net.

Etgar 36

Stand where history happened, discover your voice, your passion and how you can change the world. See America while making friends with other Jewish teens from all over the United States. ETGAR 36 is dedicated to developing the future Jewish political voice by taking Jewish teens on summer journeys throughout America, developing their identities, and empowering them to get involved politically and socially to change the world. 22 and 36 day summer journeys available. Contact: Billy Planer, Executive Director at etgar36@etgar.org. Visit their website at www.etgar.org.

Jewish Family and Career Services College Counseling (JF&CS)

The College Counseling program of JF&CS operates to assist college-bound high school students and their parents in making informed decisions about the college selection process. The program offers three convenient and competitively priced options to accomplish this goal. Visit their website or call 770.677.9336 or email collegecounseling@jfcs-atlanta.org.

Jewish Funds for Justice – Service Learning

The Center for Jewish Service Learning at the Jewish Funds for Justice inspires a commitment to service and activism as an ongoing part of each person’s life and an important expression of Jewish identity. This is achieved through work with organizations, families, students and schools, and in developing and delivering meaningful Jewish service learning programs in local communities through our sustained service programs and through engaging groups in our service and learning travel programs. Contact Naomi Rabkin at nrabkin@jewishjustice.org or visit www.jewishjustice.org.

Jewish Student Clubs

Provided by four providers, teens in public and secular private schools can engage in school clubs. Teens meet on a regular basis for food, fun, discussion, exploration, debate, and learning.

For clubs at Riverwood, Dunwoody, Norcross, Chattahoochee ,Druid Hills, or Northview contact Dovid Feldman at 404.451.2358 or dovid@jsu.org.

For clubs in Pope, St. Francis and Walton contact Rabbi Ephraim Silverman of Chabad of Cobb at 770-565-4412 or email chabadofcobb@aol.com.

For clubs in Pace, Paideia, Woodward and North Springs contact Rabbi David Silverman of the Atlanta Scholars Kollel at (404) 321-4085 or email davesilverman@juno.com.

For clubs at Holy Innocents and Riverwood, contact Noah Pawliger of Chabad of Georgia at (404) 843-2464 Ext. 108 or npawliger@gmail.com.

Maccabi Sports – Team Atlanta

The JCC Maccabi Games have been offering a life- and personality-shaping experience to Jewish teenagers since 1982. At this Jewish mini-Olympiad, each athlete has the chance to participate in one of 14 sporting events, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Contact Kenny Silverboard at 678.812.4061 or email Kenny.silverboard@atlantajcc.org or visit their website.

MJCCA Teen Department

MJCCA’s innovative year-round programming is a well-balanced mix that’s equal parts fun, personal growth, and social enrichment. At the MJCCA, your teens will discover an exciting new world of opportunities designed exclusively for them including classes in driver’s education, babysitting certification, and S.A.T. prep., one of the largest BBYO communities in Atlanta, and our many hands-on community service projects. For more information visit their website or contact Anita Blustein at 678.812.3971 or anita.blustein@atlantajcc.org.

NCSY

There is always something exciting going on at NCSY. From hanging out in the Teen Lounge playing video games or having a party, to regional conventions and weekend programming, NCSY always has something to offer. All programs are facilitated through modern Orthodox religious guidelines. Contact Rabbi Chaim Neidtich at info@ncsysr.org, visit the website at www.ncsysr.org or call (404) 486-8787

North Metro Youth Initiative – Dor Tamid and Gesher L’Torah

Through a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, TRIBE Three-Sixty is coordinating in partnership with Dor Tamid and Gesher L’Torah a North Metro Youth Initiative. For more information contact Robyn Faintich at robyn@tribethreesixty.org.

Ohr Yisrael Yeshiva for Boys

Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael of Atlanta is both a Yeshiva and a fully accredited college preparatory high school for boys in grades 9-12. It was established to provide an option for high school boys who want a classical Yeshiva education. Visit the schools’ website at www.ohryisrael.org or call 404-320-1444.

Or Hadash Youth Programs

www.or-hadash.org

Temima School for Girls

The mission of Temima High School for Girls is to enable students to reach their full potential as committed, G-d fearing Jews and, consequently, productive members of society. Visit www.temima.org or contact Miriam Feldman, principal at mfeldman@temima.org.

The Temple Youth Programs

The Temple's youth programs are designed to promote an enriching Jewish environment for our 3rd through 12th graders to enjoy. With a brand new youth lounge to call home, The Temple’s groups are looking into the future for exciting opportunities to unite as one. Monthly events, weekend travel opportunities, and leadership development are just a few of the many strongholds that make The Temple's youth programming a welcome part of our Temple community. For more information on 3rd through 12th grade youth groups please email Elizabeth C. Foster, Youth Education Coordinator at youth@the-temple.org or call 404.873.1731 or visit www.mafty.org/index.php

Temple Emanu-El Jr. TEFTY and TEFTY

Through programming that teens love, Jr. TEFTY and TEFTY is for teens in middle school and high school. Contact Elan Weismark at 770-352-9190.

Temple Beth Tikvah

In a unique cooperative with TRIBE Three-Sixty, TBT has engaged an amazing new Youth Director, Danielle Steinhart. Through youth services, madrichim training, and youth group programming that encompasses social events, education, community service and travel, youth in grades 5-12 have created a vibrant youth community. For more information, contact Danielle at 770-642-0434 or 404-961-9950 or email Danielle@bethtikvah.com.

Temple Kehillat Chaim NFTY

Visit www.kehillatchaim.org or call Evan Margolis at 770.641.8630.

Temple Kol Emeth – KEFTY

Temple Kol Emeth is proud of its kids! They have several youth groups to serve the younger congregants: Kol Y'Ladeem - 3rd and 4th Grade; Kol Tikvah - 5th and 6th Grade; KEY Club - 7th and 8th Grade (Kol Emeth Youth); KEFTY - High School teens (Kol Emeth Federation of Temple Youth). KEFTY is part of the National Federation of Temple Youth-South Atlantic Region (NFTY-SAR). For more information contact Lauren Ball at youthdir@kolemeth.net or call 770-973-3533. Temple Sinai

Temple Sinai

Temp Sinai offers creative teen programming, such as NFTY youth group, Madrichim (teaching assistants), STEP (Sinai Teen Education Program), Confirmation, L'atid (post Confirmation) and Baccalaureate. For information or questions about Youth & Teen Programming at Temple Sinai, please contact Valerie Siegel, Director of Youth & Teen Programming (vsiegel@templesinaiatlanta.org or 404-252-3073, x. 29).

The Weber School

The Doris and Alex Weber Jewish Community High School challenges students to achieve their personal best, to develop their innate talents, and to pursue them with heart. Our rigorous academic program prepares students to succeed in the classroom and beyond, while our guiding Jewish values of community and Tikkun Olam - to repair the world, require students to be knowledgeable about, involved in, and responsible for, our community and the world. Visit www.weberschool.org or contact info@weberschool.org.

Yeshiva Atlanta High School

At Yeshiva Atlanta, we pride ourselves on graduating well-rounded, academically prepared young men and women. Every fall, our graduates leave for some of the finest colleges and universities in the nation, academically and spiritually prepared for the work that lies before them. Drawing on the Jewish heritage that is the soul of Yeshiva, teachers and administrators strive to instill our students with morality, character and a firm sense of ethical values. Our teachers act as role models, fielding questions from students about life experiences and the world around them. These relationships help the students establish lasting trust with the faculty of Yeshiva. Visit www.yeshivaatlanta.org or contact 770-451-5299.

Young Judaea

Founded in 1909, Young Judaea is the oldest Zionist youth movement in the United States. Dedicated to instilling Jewish values, Jewish pride and a lifelong commitment to Israel, Young Judaea challenges Jewish youth—through clubs, conventions, camps, Israel programs, and university campus events—to become involved in social and educational activities that develop and sharpen their senses of Jewish and Zionist identity. For more information about Southeastern Young Judaea please visit their website, contact the office (404) 634-7883 or contact Holly Gelfand at hollyg@campjudaea.org.