Teen Talk Newsletter
July 2025-Summer Edition
Hello JCY Teens and parents -
I hope you are all enjoying the summer thus far! School is out, but we've been planning some summer fun and getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year. We have 2 teen events planned and hope to see you at one...or better yet, both! Keep reading for the details and info on Teen Leadership (including madrichim) training.
Pool Party - Open to JCY registered teens in (rising) grades 8 - 12!
We have a generous congregant family in Leesburg that has graciously invited us to enjoy an afternoon of swimming, snacking and hanging together! Join us on Sunday July 27th from 2pm - 4pm. Address of the event will be shared with registrants. No fee for this event, but registration by Thursday7/24 is required HERE.
Lounge Night - Open to all CSS Teens and friends in (rising) grades 7 - 12
We're restocking snacks, opening the teen lounge and planning some fun for Monday August 1th from 6:30pm - 8pm. We'd love to see you ALL! We don't want to run out of fun or food, so please register by Sunday 8/10 HERE.
S A V E THE DATE - Teen Leadership + Madrichim Training - Sunday 8/24 - 10am
Teens registered in our post b'nai mitzvah program are asked to join us for a morning of community, leadership lessons and of course, snacks! This training is open to all registered teens and REQUIRED for all Madrichim. Tentative schedule:
10am - 11am - all registered teens in grades 8+
11am - 11:45am - Madrichim
11:45am - 12:15pm - 1st year madrichim
Keep your eyes out for the registration form later this month.
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in getting a jump on community service hours for school ? Want to start accumulating points for our program? We need help in the office and several upcoming community events - including Shabbat Under the Stars. Reach out to me via email or text.
Still reading? Send me a photo via email or text of you enjoying your summer to be used in upcoming communication or at least a quick note about your summer adventures by 7/17 AND earn a BONUS POINT!
Hugs to you ALL!
B'ahava,
Mindee Trudell
Teen Engagement & B'nai Mitzvah Coordinator