Teens : JOLT
(Jewish Opportunities & Learning for Teens)

Welcome Students Thursday Night Overview Contact  Dinner Option Location First-Hour Course Description Second-Hour Course Description Instructors Fees and Tuition Registration Form Brochure Calendar
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View 2011-2012 Course Catalog
Trimester 3  pdf

2011-2012 JOLT Calendar pdf

2011-2012 Registration Form  pdf file

JOLT Your Way Into Jewish Learning

Students enjoying the JOLT Kick-off Bowling Party

CONTACT

Maxine Weil, JOLT Director

CAJE
12 Millstone Campus Drive
St. Louis, MO  63146

Office: (314) 442-3757

mweil@cajestl.org

LOCATION

Classes are held on Thursday evenings at at Congregation B’nai Amoona, 324 S. Mason Road (63141).

Dinner Available Each Thursday

This is an option for teens who may be coming from another activity or who want to come early and socialize with friends. Choose on a trimester basis when you register.

SNACK SPONSORS

Bring a snack for JOLT break, or contribute $36, $54 or $72 to sponsor a snack, and we will do the shopping!

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6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Cooking Jewish Classics
(Juniors and Seniors only)
Cook up traditional Jewish dishes, learn a few tricks for microwaveable meals in a college dorm, develop your basic cooking skills, all while exploring the many “tastes” that Jews have made uniquely their own.
Instructor: Betsy Enger, Mashgichah, Congregation B'nai Amoona

Hebrew Chat Room
Keep your Hebrew fresh as you expand your vocabulary and conversation skills. Students will be exposed to Israeli music, newspapers and other forms of media as a way to further develop Hebrew language, conversation and comprehension skills.
Instructor: Ziva Adler, Hebrew Teacher

Hidden Stories in the Bible
When you think of Bible stories, most likely you think of the hit parade: Adam & Eve, Noah’s flood, and Joseph’s coat. Do you think of a woman who finds bones of Joseph, a king who is full of scandal and deceit? Discover some of the wonderful stories hidden in the Tanach.
Instructor: Rabbi Shmuel Kay, Community Educator & Consultant


Israel through Cinema
You will have the unique opportunity to explore Israeli films and the multimedia arts through an educational portal. Through films and interactive activities you will explore the diversity of Israeli society. Instructor: Andy Schwebel, Director of Experiential Education, Congregation B’nai Amoona

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Difficult Dilemmas: What Would Jew Do?
A teenage friend has vodka in their water bottle, a classmate is being harassed... Making decisions on ethical issues is often a challenge. What would a hidden camera reveal about your reactions to some of
the tough ethical decisions facing Jewish teens today?
Co-Instructors: Subie Banaszynski, NFTY Director of Operations;
Andrew Goldfeder, Youth Advisor & Holocaust Museum Coordinator

Jews “R” News
A lot is happening in the world. Join us as we use a Jewish lens to analyze current and recent news. Learn how to seek out a balance of news stories and how articles reflect the politics of the writers.
Instructor: Bob Cohn, Editor-in-Chief Emeritus, St. Louis Jewish Light

Judaism Through Drama
Participate in an interactive opportunity which delves into the theatrical world. We will look at a variety of different plays from bibliodrama to musicals that relate to our Jewish lives. Instructor: Andy Schwebel, Director of Experiential Education, Congregation B’nai Amoona

Mitzvah Projects & Beyond
Participate in interactive service learning both inside and outside the classroom. Receive community service credit while learning about the Jewish values of appreciation, kindness and empathy.
Instructor: Rabbi Shmuel Kay, Community Educator & Consultant

Strong Girls, Healthy Relationships III
This is especially designed for Jewish girls to engage in structured and open discussions that explore empowerment and self-esteem as teens engage in healthy relationships. Instructor: Lisa Deutsch, MSW, LCSW

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JOLT PURIM CELEBATION - March 8  6:30-8:30 p.m.

All JOLT participants will come together for a special Purim celebration in place of regular classes. We will bake hamentachen, enjoy entertainment by the JOLT Drama class, and perform a Mitzvah that will benefit the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry.

Dinner will be provided for all participants.

NOTE TO PARENTS: Donations are appreciated for anyone who would like to help sponsor this event.

JOLT Calendar 2011-2012

Attendance: Regular attendance is a necessity for achievement in any class. Students are expected to attend class regularly. If you will be absent, please call the director at (314) 442-3757 or e-mail mweil@cajestl.org. With only 8 weeks per trimester and an action-packed curriculum, students are encouraged to arrive on time and return to class on time after the break.

Changing Classes: Students may transfer classes with the approval of the JOLT Director.

Emergency and Weather Related Closing: In the event of snow or other extreme weather conditions, JOLT will follow the procedure of the
Parkway School District. If Parkway schools are closed, JOLT will be closed. A decision about weather related closing will be made by 2 p.m.

Driving: Students who drive to JOLT are expected to drive directly to B’nai Amoona and remain there until the end of the evening at 8:30 p.m.. The JOLT faculty does not patrol the roadways or the parking lot. We rely on trust and communication between students, parents and faculty for the successful implementation of this policy. Students are expected to use common sense, obey the law and maintain the trust given them by their parents and the faculty.

Guests: Guests of students are permitted to attend a class, subject to prior arrangements with the JOLT Director.

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Tuition (per trimester): $125
Check with your synagogue to see if tuition is covered by the synagogue.

Dinner Option (per trimester): $50

Material Fee: $18 for some classes ONLY - text book, food or other supplies

Credit Card Payments will be accepted for full payment, due at registration.  MasterCard and Visa Only!

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	Teens from across the community came together for three summer JOLT classes:  Glass Fusing Mezuzah Making, Jews on the Silver Screen and Cooking for Community Service.   View pictures from this exciting summer program.