Creating LGBT-Inclusive and LGBT-Themed Programs
November 4, 12 PM EST
In this interactive webinar, adult and youth program professionals will bring their voices into the room by sharing their hopes and concerns about programming that is inclusive of LGBT individuals and their families. During our conversation, we will discuss the behaviors and ways of thinking that sometimes unintentionally create programs that exclude LGBT individuals, or make them feel unwelcome; we will also reflect upon our shared Jewish values that implore us to insure that our programming is inclusive to all members. Adult and youth program professionals will leave the conversation with ideas for age appropriate activities/ programs to implement in their own communities that are inclusive of LGBT individuals and that speak directly to their wants and needs.
Presenter: Daniel Bahner, National Manager of Education and Training, Keshet
First Year JCC Day Camp Directors Fall Debrief
November 10, 12 PM EST
Presenter: Aaron Greenberg, Senior Consultant for Day Camp Initiatives
Congrats on completion of your first summer running a JCC day camp! This webinar is designed to create a space for conversation about your first summer as a JCC day camp director. What did you learn that will help you this coming year? What questions do you have as you prepare for your second summer? You will be able to submit your pressing questions in advance so we at JCC Association can continue to support you in your growth.
JCC Overnight Assistant Director Cohort Call
November 10, 2015, 12 PM EST
All overnight camp assistant directors are invited to participate in our first monthly conference call. The agenda will be determined by the group and shared in advance.
Facilitated by Jodi Sperling, Senior Consultant on Overnight Camps
Call into: (857) 957-1110 Participant Access Code: 826938
J-1 Visa Program Overview and Updates: Required for Camps participating in JCCA J-1 Visa Program
November 17, 12 PM EST
Over the past two years due to changes in protocols for exchange visitors from the State Department, as a J-1 Visa Sponsor, we need to update all camps. Join this mandatory webinar for camps participating in the J-1 camp counselor visa program. Specific program changes will be reviewed related to validations, social security numbers, communication related to the health, safety and performance of exchange visitors, leaving the country during their program dates, and ending programs early or terminations.
Presenters: Aaron Greenberg, Senior Consultant for Day Camp Initiatives and Jodi Sperling, Senior Consultant on Overnight Camps
Camper Retention & Recruitment
December 1, 12 PM EST
How are you capitalizing on last summer’s success to prepare for 2016? The key to attracting new families is having a GREAT summer and getting everyone talking about it, but how can you make sure that you’re doing everything you can to create your camp’s buzz? Learn strategies to put into action now that will help you turn your happiest parents into your best camp cheerleaders and salespeople. Bring any examples of how you already do this well to share with the group.
Presenters: Aaron Greenberg, Senior Consultant for Day Camp Initiatives and Jodi Sperling, Senior Consultant on Overnight Camps
Introduction to TAG
December 3, 2 PM EST
This webinar is designed to introduce newcomers to TAG, an archive of interactive activities exploring issues of daily living through a Jewish lens. TAG is designed for JCC camps, after-school programs, and even JCC staff learning. TAG addresses topics such as friendship, body image, sportsmanship, language, among others. Learn the principles behind TAG and learn the secret to successful facilitation of TAG activities.
Presenter: David Ackerman, Director, Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Center for Jewish Education
- Joshua Krawitz, 17, Camp Chi, JCC Chicago