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JCC Maccabi Games |
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Mission of the Games To offer Jewish Community Centers and YM/YWHAs in North America the opportunity to reach teens through participation in the JCC Maccabi Games®, and in year-round athletic, educational, cultural and social programs, as well as teen experiences in Israel. To provide Jewish youth with a supportive environment that fosters mutual respect and sportsmanship, where they can interact in an atmosphere of fun, democracy, and peace. To cultivate a deeper understanding and instill an appreciation of Jewish values within Jewish youth, enrich their Jewish identity in an informal setting, and encourage their identification with the state of Israel. To promote and encourage the health, physical fitness and well-being of Jewish youth through participation in recreational and athletic activities To introduce Jewish youth to the international Maccabi Movement, which presents athletic, cultural, and social opportunities with Jews from around the world. |
Did you know that in the Summer of 2011 the JCC sent 8 delegates to compete in the first ever JCC Macabbi Games in Israel?
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In 2012 we will be sending a delegation to JCC Rockland in West Nyack, NY. The JCC Maccabi Games is an amazing event where thousands of Jewish teens meet, compete and have a great time.Interested in attending? Contact Paige Silberfein, psilberfein@ssbjcc.org or 908-725-6994 x207 |
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