Kallah

Calling all families!

Looking for a fun, family experience this summer? Bring the whole family to Kallah! While adults enjoy spiritual, Jewish learning your kids can participate in our activity packed Kids’ Kallah.

Led by experienced Jewish educator, Sara Pollack, Kids Kallah will explore Jewish themes through multi-modal and fun activities that includes interactive and cooperative games, individual and group art projects, stories, and songs. Sara is an incredibly experienced Jewish educator, bringing with her a background in designing children’s programming that inspires curiosity and connection. Each day will focus on a different theme:

Kehillah Kedoshah – Holy Community
Shomrei Adamah – Guardians of the Earth
Simcha & Ruach – Joy and Spirit
Shabbat Shalom – Peace & Reflection

WHAT IS KIDS’ KALLAH?

For children who take part in our Kids’ Kallah program (open to ages 3 – 12) there will be a week full of programming to look forward to in all Four Worlds. What will that entail?

• Creative play inside and out
• Making connections—with glue and string, color and light, and with each other
• Speaking and listening through music and prayer
• Learning in different modalities about the concept of Kesher – Connection! 
• Experiencing the joy of coming together and creating friendships and growth in a safe and supportive environment

—————————————————————————————————————-

A MESSAGE FROM OUR KIDS’ KALLAH COORDINATOR

Welcome to Kid’s Kallah! I’m Sara, and I’m thrilled to be overseeing Kid’s Kallah this year! Jewish education is my passion–especially informal Jewish education. As an experienced educator, I’ve spent nearly half my life working in Jewish education, teaching and designing programming for learners in pre-school up to adults. I’m dedicated to creating engaging, meaningful experiences that inspire curiosity and connection.

During the school year I am a public school teacher. When I am not in the classroom I am an avid crafter and reader, and I love spending time with my husband and daughter in our home of Northern Virginia. I look forward to sharing a wonderful Kid’s Kallah experience with your children, filled with learning, laughter, and fun! -Sara

—————————————————————————————————————-

WHEN IS KIDS’ KALLAH?

Kids’ Kallah will be open during program hours, from Tuesday through Saturday. No Kids’ Kallah programming will be offered on the travel days of Monday, June 30 or Sunday, July 6. Schedule below is subject to change.

Kids’ Kallah Program Hours
Tuesday, July 1: 8:45 am – 12 pm, 2 – 5:15 pm
Wednesday, July 2: 8:45 am – 12 pm, 2 – 5:15 pm
Thursday, July 3: 8:45 am – 12 pm, 2 – 5:15 pm
Friday, July 4: 8:45 am – 12 pm, 1 – 4 pm
Saturday, July 5: 8:45 am – 12 pm, 2 – 6 pm

Babysitting Hours (if there is enough interest)
Tuesday, July 1: 6:30 – 10 pm
Wednesday, July 2: 6:30 – 10 pm
Thursday, July 3: 6:30 – 10 pm
Friday, July 4: 6 – 10 pm
Saturday, July 5: 7 – 10 pm

Family Programming
Family Kabbalat Shabbat (Friday, July 4): 4:15 – 4:45 pm
Family Shabbat Morning Davvenen (Saturday, July 5): 9 – 9:45 am

—————————————————————————————————————-

WHAT WILL A TYPICAL DAY BE LIKE?

Each day at Kids’ Kallah will be unique, memorable, and exciting. Each day will follow a general flow, which can be found below.

Morning General Flow
Morning gathering
Outdoor activities (outdoor games, nature walks, gathering materials)
Creative making (art and other hands-on projects)

Afternoon General Flow
Music
Free play time; choice of activities
Outdoor time

—————————————————————————————————————-

WHAT IS THE COST?

Families are strongly encouraged to register for the full week of Kids’ Kallah to truly be able to experience a week of Jewish Renewal (designed just for kids!) More info about pricing can be found at the Pricing tab above.

Child (6-12) (With family in double room) – $360
Child (3-5) (With family in double room) – $180

For those unable to join for the full week, we welcome Shabbat-Only registrants as well. Shabbat-Only Kids’ Kallah registration will begin with Family Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday evening, and include up through babysitting on Saturday evening. More info about pricing can be found at the Pricing tab above.

SHABBAT ONLY: Child (6-12) Commuter – $180
SHABBAT ONLY: Child (3-5) Commuter – $180

—————————————————————————————————————-

WHAT IS THE MADRICHIM PROGRAM?

HELP, I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS!

Not to worry! Check out our FAQ below for some of our most frequently asked questions.

My child is under the age of 3. What should I do?
We sincerely apologize, but toddlers/infants (under the age of 3) will not be able to receive babysitting services provided by Kids’ Kallah. This means that your little ones will need to remain with a parent or caregiver at all times. Babes in arms are always welcome at programming!

If we receive a significant amount of interest in babysitting services for our youngest Renewalniks, we may be able to add this as an optional upgrade service. If you are interested in babysitting services for your toddler/infant, please reach out to us at kallah@aleph.org to let us know of your interest. 

My child is a teenager (13 – 17.) Do they qualify for Kids’ Kallah?
Great question! Teens aged 13 – 17 qualify for our madrichim (Counselor-in-Training) program to help our with Kids’ Kallah onsite. A uniquely-designed madrichim program, specifically for teens, will allow them to experience their own personal learning, leadership, and growth journeys through Kids’ Kallah in a new and meaningful way.

My child has special needs. Will their needs be able to be accomodated?
Absolutely! Our Kids’ Kallah Coordinator, Sara Pollack, has extensive experience working with children of all abilities, and brings with her a background as a public school teacher. Please reach out to us at kallah@aleph.org as soon as possible to share more about your child so we can do our best to prepare for their arrival.

Who will my child be spending time with?
Our Kids’ Kallah Coordinator, Sara Pollack, will be spearheading and overseeing our Kids’ Kallah program as a whole. But she won’t be alone! She’ll be joined by a team of Kids’ Kallah Counselors who will all work together to create magic each day. Each adult counselor is background check certified and has experience working with children.

Our Kids’ Kallah Coordinator and Kids’ Kallah Counselors will also be joined by our Kids’ Kallah Madrichim (Counselors-in-Training.) Kids under the age of 17 will never be left unsupervised without an adult.

I am not sure if I want to register my child yet; can I just show up with my child on the day of the program?
Unfortunately we cannot accept any last-minute registrations and will need to turn away anyone who shows up onsite with out an advance registration. Make sure you register in advance (spots are filling quickly!) to ensure your child has a spot in our Kids’ Kallah program.

I have questions and/or suggestions about the curriculum.
Wonderful! We’re glad to hear it. Please reach out to us at kallah@aleph.org so that we may connect you with our Kids’ Kallah Coordinator.

I have another question that isn’t listed here.
No problem! We’d love to help. Please reach out to us at kallah@aleph.org so that we may connect you with our Kids’ Kallah Coordinator.