Teen Program: Chaverim

The JCC’s Teen program, called Chaverim by most, is in its 22^ndyear.

It continues to serve teens entering 8^thgrade through 12^th from all five Sonoma County synagogues and the Jewish community at large. Our program provides a unique venue that inspires involvement in Jewish life. Students meet by grade level for weeknight dinner discussions, and are also encouraged to participate in other Jewish teen activities here and in the Bay area. Meetings provide the opportunity to experience social interaction and engaging discussions dealing with relevant emerging young adult issues as well as ethical topics- all through a Jewish lens.

Whether you can make all the sessions or just a few, membership in this program is sets the stage to make a place for Judaism in your current life and in the future.

As one parent of a student recently said “We appreciate our kid’s sports and extracurricular activities.  But really, most of them will only spend a few years in their young lives being in soccer or baseball or dancing or whatever it is that occupies their thoughts at the moment. They will spend their lives being Jewish, so let’s help them make Jewish engagement in life a habit.”

Newcomers are always welcome regardless of prior Jewish knowledge or experience.

Rick Concoff

Director of Youth and Teen Programs

To get in touch with Rick directly, email rick@jccsoco.org, or call (707) 823-3916

For general information and to register, contact the JCC office at (707) 528-4222

Rick Concoff, M.A., has been an educator and mentor for children of all ages including grade school, pre-teen and teen for over 35 years.

CHAVERIM 2016-2017

Registration Form

Chaverim Schedule 2016- 2017