Parents

How can USY benefit your teen?

USY provides a safe, supportive space for teens to:

• Step away from social and academic pressures of high school
• Find a sense of belonging in a warm, inclusive community
• Meet new friends and form lasting bonds through shared experiences
• Develop confidence and leadership skills
• Explore and grow into their personal and Jewish identities
• Experience an authentic and dynamic Judaism
• Participate in fun and enriching Jewish programming
• Discover the joy of Judaism and love for Israel
• Expand their horizons through immersive travel
• Engage in hands-on learning
• Give back to their local communities and beyond
• Gain social action skills needed to make positive change in the world

Kadima, USY’s program for pre-teens.

Kadima (forward in Hebrew) offers pre-teens grades 5-8 (varies by region) the opportunity to:

• Meet new people and have fun
• Stay engaged in Jewish life and learning once Hebrew school is over
• Experience the joy of Judaism
• Develop leadership and social skills