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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

TuesdayTue, 5 NovNovember, 2024

Election Day Bonanza

Tuesday, Nov 5th 9:30a to 2:30pSpend your day off from school with your friends from B'nai with a field trip and movie afternoon!

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SaturdaySat, 7 DecDecember, 2024

Bonim & Machar: Parents Night Out (Grades K–5)

Motzei Shabbat, Dec 7th 6:00p to 8:00pDrop off your children for pizza and a pajama movie night while you take the evening off!

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SaturdaySat, 25 JanJanuary, 2025

 
 
Teen Shabbat

Shabbat, Jan 25th 9:00a to 12:00pJoin us as we honor our teens and celebrate the ways in which they contribute to the vitality of our congregation.

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SundaySun, 10 NovNovember, 2024

Gesher: Laser Tag (Grades 6–8)

Sunday, Nov 10th 12:30p to 3:30pProve that you have what it takes to be the best of all your friends at laser tag. Transportation is included.

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SundaySun, 8 DecDecember, 2024

Gesher: Zoo Lights (Grades 6–8)

Sunday, Dec 8th 5:30p to 9:00pJoin Gesher for an evening trip at the zoo to enjoy the beautiful light display. Transportation is included.

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SaturdaySat, 25 JanJanuary, 2025

 
 
Teen Shabbat

Shabbat, Jan 25th 9:00a to 12:00pJoin us as we honor our teens and celebrate the ways in which they contribute to the vitality of our congregation.

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TuesdayTue, 5 NovNovember, 2024

Election Day Bonanza

Tuesday, Nov 5th 9:30a to 2:30pSpend your day off from school with your friends from B'nai with a field trip and movie afternoon!

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SaturdaySat, 7 DecDecember, 2024

Bonim & Machar: Parents Night Out (Grades K–5)

Motzei Shabbat, Dec 7th 6:00p to 8:00pDrop off your children for pizza and a pajama movie night while you take the evening off!

MORE INFO

SaturdaySat, 25 JanJanuary, 2025

 
 
Teen Shabbat

Shabbat, Jan 25th 9:00a to 12:00pJoin us as we honor our teens and celebrate the ways in which they contribute to the vitality of our congregation.

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SaturdaySat, 9 NovNovember, 2024

 
 
Teen Minyan

Shabbat, Nov 9th 10:30a to 11:30aThese services are for the post-b’nai mitzvah teens of B’nai Israel. Our teens help to organize the service and lead it, often including tefillah and discussion, with support from staff and clergy.

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SundaySun, 10 NovNovember, 2024

Teens: Skydiving at iFly Gaithersburg (Grades 9–12)

Sunday, Nov 10th 4:30p to 7:00pTeens are going indoor skydiving! Transportation is included.

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FridayFri, 22 NovNovember, 2024
SaturdaySat, 23 NovNovember, 2024

 
 
Teen Civil Rights Trip

Motzei Shabbat, Nov 23rd 6:00p to Tuesday, Nov 26th 7:00p

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SaturdaySat, 7 DecDecember, 2024

 
 
Teen Minyan

Shabbat, Dec 7th 10:30a to 11:30aThese services are for the post-b’nai mitzvah teens of B’nai Israel. Our teens help to organize the service and lead it, often including tefillah and discussion, with support from staff and clergy.

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SaturdaySat, 14 DecDecember, 2024

Teen Hanukkah Party

Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 8:00p to 10:30pJoin us for our annual teen Hanukkah party at B’nai Israel. There will be sufganiyot, latkes, dreidels, and more!

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SaturdaySat, 21 DecDecember, 2024

 
 
Teen Minyan

Shabbat, Dec 21st 10:30a to 11:30aThese services are for the post-b’nai mitzvah teens of B’nai Israel. Our teens help to organize the service and lead it, often including tefillah and discussion, with support from staff and clergy.

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SaturdaySat, 11 JanJanuary, 2025

 
 
Teen Minyan

Shabbat, Jan 11th 10:30a to 11:30aThese services are for the post-b’nai mitzvah teens of B’nai Israel. Our teens help to organize the service and lead it, often including tefillah and discussion, with support from staff and clergy.

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SaturdaySat, 25 JanJanuary, 2025

 
 
Teen Shabbat

Shabbat, Jan 25th 9:00a to 12:00pJoin us as we honor our teens and celebrate the ways in which they contribute to the vitality of our congregation.

MORE INFO

SaturdaySat, 25 JanJanuary, 2025

 
 
Teen Minyan

Shabbat, Jan 25th 10:30a to 11:30aThese services are for the post-b’nai mitzvah teens of B’nai Israel. Our teens help to organize the service and lead it, often including tefillah and discussion, with support from staff and clergy.

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QUESTIONS?

We can't wait to hear from you! 
Contact: 
Lily Pollack, Youth Coordinator
240-221-2515

Wed, October 30 2024 28 Tishrei 5785