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Lessans Camp JCC Orientation 2025
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Monday, June 16
 

4:15pm EDT

Building a Strong Group Dynamic
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
How your group feels on Day 1 can shape the entire summer. This session is all about setting the tone—balancing fun with structure, and connection with accountability—so every camper feels like they belong.
You will:
  • Practice strategies for creating cohesion from the start
  • Learn how to balance camper needs with routines and engagement
  • Explore proactive behavior tools and the Downtime Guide
  • Build your own toolkit of go-to games and connection moments
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall

4:15pm EDT

Inclusion Essentials
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Every camper deserves a meaningful and joyful summer—and you play a key role in making that happen. In this session, you’ll learn how to support campers with disabilities through proactive strategies, clear communication, and inclusive fun.
You will:
  • Learn common camper needs and how to recognize them
  • Practice tools for adaptive support and positive behavior strategies
  • Role-play real-life inclusion scenarios with peers
  • Understand how to collaborate with Inclusion staff for camper success
Leadership Team
avatar for Heather Strauss

Heather Strauss

Leadership Team, Inclusion
JN

Jackie Nasar

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
SD

Sarah Dickstein

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center

4:15pm EDT

Kochavim Connection
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Working with teens with disabilities is one of the most rewarding roles at camp. This session will give you the tools to build relationships rooted in dignity, growth, and joy—while helping campers feel respected and empowered.
You will:
  • Understand the philosophy behind the Kochavim program
  • Explore the social and emotional needs of teens with disabilities
  • Learn how to create supportive, individualized relationships
  • Practice communication strategies that promote growth and connection
Leadership Team
avatar for Eva Cowen

Eva Cowen

Unit Head, Leadership Team
Inclusion!!
avatar for Kaitlyn Mora

Kaitlyn Mora

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
avatar for Stephanie Wilson

Stephanie Wilson

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Parenting Center Parenting Center

4:15pm EDT

Specialist 101
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
As a specialist, you bring camp to life through creativity, structure, and fun. This session will walk you through how to plan meaningful activities, manage your space, and collaborate with counselors and campers to make your area shine.
You will:
  • Clarify your role and expectations as a specialist
  • Learn how to turn ideas into well-planned activities
  • Explore how to manage time, behavior, and camper engagement
  • Set up for success with tools for rainy days, substitutions, and counselor partnerships
Leadership Team
avatar for Lauren Gottfried

Lauren Gottfried

Associate Director, Leadership Team
avatar for Tobi McKirgan

Tobi McKirgan

Adaptive Recreation Coordinator, Leadership Team
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Art Studio B Art Studio B

4:15pm EDT

Swim Training with Caroline
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
This is your first chance to meet as a team with Caroline, our Aquatics Director, and set the tone for a smooth, safe, and energized summer at the pool. Together, you’ll build shared expectations, review safety systems, and get aligned around teaching strategies and camper care.
You will:
  • Meet your fellow instructors and align as a swim team
  • Review swim level designations, group management, and skill progression
  • Practice Shomer procedures and safety expectations in and out of the water
  • Participate in a swim check (tread water and swim a lane)
  • Start the summer with clear roles, communication systems, and a shared vision for success
Leadership Team
CC

Caroline Cardullo

Aquatics Director, Leadership Team
DG

Dan Goldsamt

Assistant Aquatics Director, Aquatics
Monday June 16, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Pool Pool
 
Tuesday, June 17
 

2:15pm EDT

Being Flexible and Setting Boundaries
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Leadership Team
avatar for Kaitlyn Mora

Kaitlyn Mora

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
avatar for Tobi McKirgan

Tobi McKirgan

Adaptive Recreation Coordinator, Leadership Team
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center

2:15pm EDT

Nurse's Corner
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
"-Understand camper health and medication processes.
-Review injury reporting and emergency protocol.
-Learn how to administer EpiPens and respond to allergy emergencies.
-Review fanny pack protocols for carrying camper medications.
Leadership Team
AS

Apolinario Sison

Nurse, Leadership Team
avatar for Talin Tahmasian

Talin Tahmasian

Camp Director, Leadership Team
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall

2:15pm EDT

Setting Routines and Expectations
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Leadership Team
avatar for Lauren Gottfried

Lauren Gottfried

Associate Director, Leadership Team
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Art Studio B Art Studio B

2:15pm EDT

Swim Testing & Supervision
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
"-All staff will be tested on their ability to swim across a lane and tread water for 60 seconds; passing is not required, but participation is mandatory.
-Caroline, the Aquatics Director, will lead a review of swim level designations and pool safety procedures.
-Learn and discuss new Shomer procedures for supervision and safety."
Tuesday June 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Pool Pool

3:15pm EDT

Being Flexible and Setting Boundaries
Tuesday June 17, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Leadership Team
avatar for Tobi McKirgan

Tobi McKirgan

Adaptive Recreation Coordinator, Leadership Team
avatar for Kaitlyn Mora

Kaitlyn Mora

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
Tuesday June 17, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center

3:15pm EDT

Nurse's Corner
Tuesday June 17, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
"-Understand camper health and medication processes.
-Review injury reporting and emergency protocol.
-Learn how to administer EpiPens and respond to allergy emergencies.
-Review fanny pack protocols for carrying camper medications.
Leadership Team
avatar for Talin Tahmasian

Talin Tahmasian

Camp Director, Leadership Team
AS

Apolinario Sison

Nurse, Leadership Team
Tuesday June 17, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall

3:15pm EDT

Swim Testing & Supervision
Tuesday June 17, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
"-All staff will be tested on their ability to swim across a lane and tread water for 60 seconds; passing is not required, but participation is mandatory.
-Caroline, the Aquatics Director, will lead a review of swim level designations and pool safety procedures.
-Learn and discuss new Shomer procedures for supervision and safety."
Leadership Team
CC

Caroline Cardullo

Aquatics Director, Leadership Team
DG

Dan Goldsamt

Assistant Aquatics Director, Aquatics
Tuesday June 17, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Pool Pool

4:15pm EDT

Being Flexible and Setting Boundaries
Tuesday June 17, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Leadership Team
avatar for Kaitlyn Mora

Kaitlyn Mora

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
avatar for Tobi McKirgan

Tobi McKirgan

Adaptive Recreation Coordinator, Leadership Team
Tuesday June 17, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center

4:15pm EDT

Nurse's Corner
Tuesday June 17, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
"-Understand camper health and medication processes.
-Review injury reporting and emergency protocol.
-Learn how to administer EpiPens and respond to allergy emergencies.
-Review fanny pack protocols for carrying camper medications.
Leadership Team
avatar for Talin Tahmasian

Talin Tahmasian

Camp Director, Leadership Team
AS

Apolinario Sison

Nurse, Leadership Team
Tuesday June 17, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall
 
Wednesday, June 18
 

11:00am EDT

Lunch
Wednesday June 18, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Wednesday June 18, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
On Campus

12:15pm EDT

Behavior Support
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Leadership Team
avatar for Heather Strauss

Heather Strauss

Leadership Team, Inclusion
JN

Jackie Nasar

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
SD

Sarah Dickstein

Head Counselor, Leadership Team
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Gallery Gallery

12:15pm EDT

Center for Hope – Abuse Prevention
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
"-Identify boundaries and red flags.
-Understand mandatory reporting.
-Learn how to protect campers and create safe spaces."
Leadership Team
avatar for Talin Tahmasian

Talin Tahmasian

Camp Director, Leadership Team
Special Guests
A

Alison

Center For Hope
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall

12:15pm EDT

Communication that Moves Camp Forward
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Great teams communicate clearly—and that starts with you. This session focuses on resolving conflict, giving and receiving feedback, and understanding who to go to when something’s not working.

You will:

Practice conflict resolution strategies with co-counselors

Learn how to offer and receive feedback with respect and clarity

Understand camp’s communication chain of command

Build confidence speaking up with kindness and professionalism
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center

12:15pm EDT

Snapshots and Standards
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Photos tell a story—and during camp, that story is always being written through your actions. In this session, you’ll reflect on how your role is seen from the outside, analyze your job description, and go on a photo scavenger hunt to capture “what to do” and “what not to do.”

You will:

Identify key expectations from your job description

Learn how your behavior and body language appear in photos

Participate in a visual scavenger hunt to model camp professionalism

Reflect on how perception shapes camper, peer, and parent trust
Wednesday June 18, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Pavillion Pavillion

1:30pm EDT

Behavior Support
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Gallery Gallery

1:30pm EDT

Center for Hope – Abuse Prevention
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
"-Identify boundaries and red flags.
-Understand mandatory reporting.
-Learn how to protect campers and create safe spaces."
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall

1:30pm EDT

Communication that Moves Camp Forward
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Great teams communicate clearly—and that starts with you. This session focuses on resolving conflict, giving and receiving feedback, and understanding who to go to when something’s not working.

You will:

Practice conflict resolution strategies with co-counselors

Learn how to offer and receive feedback with respect and clarity

Understand camp’s communication chain of command

Build confidence speaking up with kindness and professionalism
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center

1:30pm EDT

Swim Training with Caroline
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
"-All staff will be tested on their ability to swim across a lane and tread water for 60 seconds; passing is not required, but participation is mandatory.
-Caroline, the Aquatics Director, will lead a review of swim level designations and pool safety procedures.
-Learn and discuss new Shomer procedures for supervision and safety."
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Pool Pool

3:00pm EDT

Behavior Support
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Gallery Gallery

3:00pm EDT

Center for Hope – Abuse Prevention
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
"-Identify boundaries and red flags.
-Understand mandatory reporting.
-Learn how to protect campers and create safe spaces."
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall

3:00pm EDT

Communication that Moves Camp Forward
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Great teams communicate clearly—and that starts with you. This session focuses on resolving conflict, giving and receiving feedback, and understanding who to go to when something’s not working.

You will:

Practice conflict resolution strategies with co-counselors

Learn how to offer and receive feedback with respect and clarity

Understand camp’s communication chain of command

Build confidence speaking up with kindness and professionalism
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center

3:00pm EDT

I Spy: A Successful Lesson
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
"-Participate in a modeled activity led by a facilitator that demonstrates best practices in lesson delivery.
-Observe how strategies such as engagement, pacing, differentiation, and camper voice are used in real time.
-Take structured notes on ideas to try in your own area.
-Debrief as a group to share insights and build a list of replicable techniques.
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Art Studio B Art Studio B

3:00pm EDT

Snapshots and Standards
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Photos tell a story—and during camp, that story is always being written through your actions. In this session, you’ll reflect on how your role is seen from the outside, analyze your job description, and go on a photo scavenger hunt to capture “what to do” and “what not to do.”

You will:

Identify key expectations from your job description

Learn how your behavior and body language appear in photos

Participate in a visual scavenger hunt to model camp professionalism

Reflect on how perception shapes camper, peer, and parent trust
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Pavillion Pavillion

3:00pm EDT

Swim Training with Caroline
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Wednesday June 18, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Pool Pool

4:15pm EDT

Behavior Support
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Gallery Gallery

4:15pm EDT

Center for Hope – Abuse Prevention
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
"-Identify boundaries and red flags.
-Understand mandatory reporting.
-Learn how to protect campers and create safe spaces."
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Social Hall Social Hall

4:15pm EDT

Communication that Moves Camp Forward
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Great teams communicate clearly—and that starts with you. This session focuses on resolving conflict, giving and receiving feedback, and understanding who to go to when something’s not working.

You will:

Practice conflict resolution strategies with co-counselors

Learn how to offer and receive feedback with respect and clarity

Understand camp’s communication chain of command

Build confidence speaking up with kindness and professionalism
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Parenting Center Parenting Center

4:15pm EDT

Snapshots and Standards
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Photos tell a story—and during camp, that story is always being written through your actions. In this session, you’ll reflect on how your role is seen from the outside, analyze your job description, and go on a photo scavenger hunt to capture “what to do” and “what not to do.”

You will:

Identify key expectations from your job description

Learn how your behavior and body language appear in photos

Participate in a visual scavenger hunt to model camp professionalism

Reflect on how perception shapes camper, peer, and parent trust
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Pavillion Pavillion

4:15pm EDT

Weeks 1-3 Planning Time
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Wednesday June 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center
 
Friday, June 20
 

3:00pm EDT

Individual Planning and Meetings with Lauren and Tobi
Friday June 20, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Friday June 20, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Center Teen Center
 
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