YOUTH & TEENS
B’nai Israel Congregation's Carl & Doris Lane Youth Department proudly offers a wide variety of informal programming for children in kindergarten through 12th grade, including three youth groups, retreats, an incredible Purim Carnival, and other unique opportunities to form long-lasting connections. We also offer scholarships for youth to find experiences beyond B’nai Israel.
grades k–6
Elementary-age students always have plenty of opportunities to build their Jewish identity here at B'nai Israel! We offer religious school; monthly social programming through our Bonim, Machar, and Gesher Youth Groups; grade-specific annual events; holiday and weekly Shabbat experiences designed just for them; and more!. Here are a few links to check out:
grades 7–8
The B'nai Mitzvah age is always busy and there are so many ways to continue the connection with B'nai Israel. 7th and 8th Graders are also invited to attend our Shabbat Teen Minyan and have a special Religious School program designed just for them, Noar B'Yachad.
Learn more:
grades 9–12
The high school years are a wonderful time of connection at B'nai Israel. We have a Hebrew High designed specifically with the schedule and interests of teens in mind. Teens can also gain service hours as teaching assistants in our Madrichim/Hadracha program; attend Shabbat Teen Minyan; and enjoy special travel and Shabbaton opportunities. Through our College Connection program, our graduates continue their relationship with B'nai Israel.
Learn more:
upcoming events
Teen Minyan
Shabbat, Nov 9th 10:30a to 11:30a
Teens: Skydiving at iFly Gaithersburg (Grades 9–12)
Sunday, Nov 10th 4:30p to 7:00p
JTS Ambassador Shabbat with Rabbinical Student Micah Cowan
Friday, Nov 22nd 5:45p to 7:00p
Teen Civil Rights Trip
Motzei Shabbat, Nov 23rd 6:00p to Tuesday, Nov 26th 7:00p
Teen Minyan
Shabbat, Dec 7th 10:30a to 11:30a
Teen Hanukkah Party
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 8:00p to 10:30p
Teen Minyan
Shabbat, Dec 21st 10:30a to 11:30a
Teen Minyan
Shabbat, Jan 11th 10:30a to 11:30a
Teen Shabbat
Shabbat, Jan 25th 9:00a to 12:00p
Teen Minyan
Shabbat, Jan 25th 10:30a to 11:30a
youth scholarship opportunities
QUESTIONS?
We can't wait to hear from you!
Contact:
Lily Pollack, Youth Coordinator, 240-221-2515
Wed, October 30 2024
28 Tishrei 5785
the latest
Purple Shabbat (Shabbat Hol HaMoed Sukkot 5785) by Rabbi Michael Safra
announcements
Adult Civil Rights Trip February 10–12
Led by Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
Learn more here.
Adult March of the Living Trip April 22–May 1, 2025
Join us on the journey from darkness to light. Learn more. Virtual info session on 10/21 at 7:45 PM. Register today.
NEW Hebrew High Launches for Grades 9–12
Our program is designed with the interests and schedules of teens in mind. Check it out.
Schilit Nursery School AND Lessans Talmud Torah registration for 2024–2025 is open!
Very limited spaces remain for our 2024–25 Schilit Nursery School — we can't wait to meet you! Registration is also open for our Lessans Talmud Torah (Grades K–8).
B'nai Israel First Synagogue in North America to Install RightHear, supporting those who are blind or low vision.
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shabbat services
Friday | 6:15 PM (7:00 PM during Summer) Access via Zoom (password 6301)
Saturday | 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM (Minha) Access via Livestream
weekday services
Sunday | 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM
Monday–Thursday | 7:15 AM & 8:00 PM
Friday | 7:15 AM
*Service times vary on holidays.
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B’nai Israel is proud to be accessible to all.
Large print siddurim, assistive listening devices and page magnifiers are readily available. Our entire building and grounds are wheelchair accessible. We can provide sign language interpreters upon request and subject to availability.
