Temple Emanu El’s youth groups offer social, educational and religious experiences for students in grades 4 to 12. Programs include youth led services, camp experiences, retreats, planning the Temple’s annual Purim Carnival, a Sukkah Hop and much more.
4th and 5th Grade Programs focus onsocialization and forming cohesive groups. Every year, with the help of the two Youth Groups, the students in the 4th and 5th grades have the chance to have some fun outside of the religious school environment. Normally two events are held every year – one around Chanukah and one in the spring. The students get to have fun with their Temple friends and hopefully connect with them outside of the classroom environment. All programs do contain a small Jewish component that the kids can help create.
Junior Youth Group (grades 6 & 7) is an exciting way for younger students to get a taste of the fun and enjoyment of Senior Youth Group. With the help of Senior Youth Group members, Junior Youth members have the opportunity to attend more in depth programming throughout the year. The events are social with a Jewish component included.
Senior Youth Group (TEMTY) (grades 8-12) is a fantastic opportunity for teens to spend time with their Temple friends away from the structure of the classroom. All events are meant to be social and fun, as well as containing a Jewish component. Very often this component takes the form of community service, supporting both Jewish and non-Jewish organizations. The students help to plan and implement their own events. This is a great opportunity for students to begin to develop leadership skills. The Senior Youth Group members also organize our congregation’s annual Purim Carnival as well as help create events for the Junior Youth Group and other younger students.
For more information on events, please visit the Temple Calendar or contact David Hausman, Youth Director, at 216/454-1300 ext. 206.
