Summer Youth Experiences

Summer camp staffer playing the guitar while standing in a circle of campers with their arms around one another

The Opportunity of a Lifetime: A Summer Working at Camp

Ruben Arquilevich

March 15, 2021

Camp staff are our heroes, creating the space where campers make memories, meet friends, and become the best versions of themselves. They mentor, care for, and inspire the community, and help us realize our vision for a more whole, just, and compassionate world.

Small Star of David held up against a sunset

teens

The Reform Movement’s Commitment to a Brighter Future in 2021

Rabbi Rick Jacobs

February 2, 2021

Though the terrain may be uncertain, we are guided by our deep commitments to justice, learning, and action. As we walk hand-in-hand into 2021, let us make this year one filled with purpose, joy, nourishment, and a renewed sense of hope.

Collage of four images of kids doing various activities in front of a computer like chess and crafts

COVID-19

Expand Your Congregation’s Reach: New Arts & STEM Online Programming for Jewish Families

December 14, 2020

These all-new winter sessions are perfect for families to enjoy high-quality, remote Jewish experiences that speak to them, on a schedule that works for their life. New, unaffiliated families will be connected with URJ congregations in their area – like yours!

Youth Engagement

With Joy, Gratitude & Love, an Update on Summer 2021

Ruben Arquilevich

November 16, 2020

We know that providing our youth with precious experiences transforms their lives and their families’ lives and strengthens our congregations and Movement forever. Here are a few updates on our summer 2021 plans.

Aerial view of outdoor Shabbat services at URJ Camp Newman

Summer Youth Experiences

Three Years After Tubbs Fire, URJ Camp Newman Returns to Santa Rosa Campus for Summer 2021

Ari Vared

October 29, 2020

In March 2020, when the Reform Movement made the difficult-but-necessary, values-based decision to cancel in-person camp for the summer, our team immediately began looking toward the summer of 2021.