Lessans Camp JCC Orientation 2025: Full Schedule

"-Presented by Heather and Eva, this session shares the origin and evolution of our Inclusion and Kochavim programs.
-Discuss the core values, intentionality, and long-term vision that guide inclusion at Lessans Camp JCC.
-Help staff understand the broader impact of inclusive practices and how they contribute to a welcoming community.Share language, approaches, and inclusive mindsets."

Leadership Team

Eva Cowen

Unit Head, Leadership Team

Inclusion!!

Heather Strauss

Leadership Team, Inclusion

Wednesday June 18, 2025 9:15am - 10:00am EDT
Theater Theater

All Camp Together

Position Inclusion Counselors, Junior Counselor, Kochavim Counselors, Senior Counselor, Specialists, Swim Staff
Unit Adom, Aquatics, Gesher, Kachol, Kesef, Kochavim, Lavan, OMAHA, Specialists, Zahav

8:30am EDT

Opening

Friday June 20, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT

Pavillion

Friday June 20, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Pavillion Pavillion

All Camp Together

Position Inclusion Counselors, Junior Counselor, Kochavim Counselors, Senior Counselor, Specialists, Swim Staff
Unit Adom, Aquatics, Gesher, Kachol, Kesef, Kochavim, Lavan, OMAHA, Zahav

9:15am EDT

Emergency Prepardness

Friday June 20, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT

Theater

"-Review emergency and communication protocols.
-Discuss camp-wide safety plans.
-Clarify leadership roles in response situations.
--- Lost Camper
--- Lockdown
--- Fire Drill"

Friday June 20, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Theater Theater

All Camp Together

Position Inclusion Counselors, Junior Counselor, Kochavim Counselors, Senior Counselor, Specialists, Swim Staff
Unit Adom, Aquatics, Gesher, Kachol, Kesef, Kochavim, OMAHA, Lavan, Zahav

5:15pm EDT

Shabbat at Camp

Friday June 20, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT

Pavillion

"-Participate in a modeled Shabbat experience.
-Learn songs, blessings, and Friday routines.
-Discuss how Shabbat brings the camp community together.
-Reflect on the role of middot and the spiritual rhythm of camp."

Friday June 20, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
Pavillion Pavillion

All Camp Together

Position Inclusion Counselors, Junior Counselor, Kochavim Counselors, Senior Counselor, Specialists, Swim Staff
Unit Adom, Aquatics, Gesher, Kachol, Kesef, Kochavim, OMAHA, Specialists, Lavan, Zahav