RSY-Netzer Shemesh31 July – 14 August 2018/5778

5778 likes To sign up go to www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp

“MY DAUGHTER HAS GAINED SO MUCH FROM SHEMESH - FRIENDSHIPS, AWARENESS OF SOCIAL JUSTICE ISSUES AND THE CHANCE TO BE OUTDOORS IN BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE WITH NO SOCIAL MEDIA INTRUDING!”

SIGN UP, DON’T MISS OUT!

Parents’ Information

RSY-Netzer Summer Camp

DATESHACHAR, EMUNAH, REUT, ATID(12-15 year olds, school years 7-10/S1-4)31 July – 14 August

BRIYAH(10-11 year olds, school years 5-6/P6-7)5 – 14 AUGUST

PRICESHACHAR, EMUNAH, REUT, ATID£1099 (Earlybird priority price for Reform

synagogue members, up to and including 6 February 2018)

£1129 (Reform synagogue members, after 6 February 2018)

£1329 (Non-Reform)

BRIYAH£799 (Earlybird priority price for Reform

synagogue members, up to and including 6 February 2018)

£869 (Reform synagogue members, after 6 February 2018)

£999 (Non-Reform)

is supported by: and

“ SHEMESH HAS BEEN AN ONGOING WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE FOR MY CHILDREN. BUILDING JEWISH IDENTITY, LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND BEING PART OF A WONDERFUL RSY-NETZER COMMUNITY.”

By sending your child on RSY-Netzer Shemesh, you will be giving them the gift of magical memories. Your child will have a summer full of adventure, interesting and engaging learning, fun-filled days and nights spent with friends, as well as the chance to unplug and connect with positive young adult role models. These magical memories will last forever.

What makes RSY-Netzer camps unique?RSY-Netzer is a Jewish environment unlike any other. RSY-Netzer gives your children space to explore different ideas, discover their passions, tackle challenging questions and make lots of friends. Our camps enable them to think and experience prayer in new and creative ways. We support them in becoming well rounded young people with an open view of the Jewish community, Israel and the world around them.

How our camps workShemesh is a chance for your child to live for two weeks (or 10 days for Briyah) in a Reform Jewish community. We know that it is important for them to feel comfortable and at ease in their surroundings, so we split the age groups on to different sites. At each camp there are a range of fun activities to join in with as well as space to chill out and relax. Our camps have single-sex dormitories (or tents for Atid). Our leaders provide a friendly face to educate and inspire your children. All this while being part of an active, friendly and supportive RSY-Netzer community!

StaffingRSY-Netzer is a youth movement run by young people for young people. Shemesh camps are run for 10-15 year olds and staffed by 17-23 year old volunteers. Most of our madrichim (leaders) were participants on Shemesh and, after being involved in RSY-Netzer for a number of years, are excited to have the opportunity to create the wonderful camps they loved so much as chanichim (participants).

A lot of time and effort is put into training and supporting our volunteer madrichim. They are all fully DBS checked and graduates of our intensive year-long leadership programme. Our madrichim spend much of June and July preparing themselves and the incredible programmes for Shemesh, working tirelessly to provide an exciting and stimulating experience for our chanichim.

In addition, each camp has an experienced Welfare Officer and Medic, and all are supported by the RSY-Netzer full time Movement Workers and the Youth Department staff.

Practicalities

We provide coach travel from and to London, Manchester and Leeds. On departure day, you will be advised when your children have arrived on camp. On return day, your children will have their mobile phones on the coach so they can give you live updates throughout the journey. If there are any major delays, we will endeavour to advise you by text.

There will be opportunities on camp for your children to phone home. You will be advised of the dates and time for them to call home.

We know how essential it is to refuel young, active people and so, with the help of a qualified nutritionist, we have created tasty vegetarian menus with plenty of fresh and healthy food. Tuck will also be available during camp.

Buddy System

RSY-Netzer welcomes new participants. We have set up a buddy system to help our participants to make new friends before Shemesh starts and to make their first experience on camp all the more enjoyable. If your child would like to be put in contact with someone from your area before camp please let us know by contacting Alyson on 020 8349 5666. We will endeavour to find someone in your area, however, we cannot guarantee this.

Welfare Supervision

At RSY-Netzer, we pride ourselves on our professional approach towards the health and safety of our participants. We employ a mental health and wellbeing team who are based at the Sternberg Centre all year round. In addition, we have an experienced Welfare Officer on each camp who is on call 24/7. These Welfare Officers are people with professional experience as teachers or working with young people, and generally have a youth movement background themselves.

Our aim is to always create a warm and safe atmosphere for our participants and we are the only youth movement to offer this level of professional support. To complement this, our madrichim (leaders) are trained in welfare issues as part of their leadership training course.

RSY-Netzer operates an inclusive approach towards accommodating all young people where possible. We are able to support young people with a range of medical, physical, social and emotional issues. For your child’s benefit, it is essential that even sensitive information is recorded to us on the Medical & Welfare Form.

We take both confidentiality and compliance with national standards for child welfare very seriously. After your form has been returned, if anything changes, or any new welfare and medical needs arise, it is your responsibility to advise us as soon as possible. This will enable us to best provide for your child.

RSY-Netzer is all about immersing yourself in an exciting Jewish environment, being empowered, and making lifelong friends. We are an inclusive youth movement that takes a fun, modern approach to Judaism and informal education in a safe, supportive environment.

We aim to inspire and empower you through innovative, engaging learning and informed decision making within our Reform community. We do this through living out our key values of Reform Judaism, Reform Zionism, Tikkun Olam (social action) and Livluv (personal development).

RSY-Netzer is the youth movement for Reform Judaism in the UK and has been around for more than 30 years. Every year over 1000 young Jewish people experience our welcoming and exciting Jewish community.

So what are you waiting for? Sign up now!

INTRODUCING RSY-NETZERWHY CHOOSE RSY-NETZER?

RSY-Netzer @RSY-Netzer rsynetzer

Communication

In the run up to Shemesh we provide parents with all the details about camp by email and further details are available on our website. In June there will be Parents’ Information Evenings in London, Manchester and Leeds. In early July, we will send an information email detailing travel arrangements, kit list, contact details plus additional information that may be required. Before camp, you will be given an emergency number, which will be available 24/7. During camp, we aim to tweet pictures so that you can keep up to date. This is dependent on an adequate wifi signal on camp.

To sign up go to www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp or for more information speak to Alyson Joseph on 020 8349 5666

or email ajoseph@rjuk.org

RSY-Netzer Shemesh31 July – 14 August 2018/5778

5778 likesTo sign up go to

www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp

“MY DAUGHTER HAS GAINED SO MUCH FROM SHEMESH - FRIENDSHIPS, AWARENESS OF SOCIAL JUSTICE ISSUES AND THE CHANCE TO BE OUTDOORS IN BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE WITH NO SOCIAL MEDIA INTRUDING!”

SIGN UP, DON’T MISS OUT!

Parents’ Information

RSY-Netzer Summer Camp

DATESHACHAR, EMUNAH, REUT, ATID(12-15 year olds, school years 7-10/S1-4)31 July – 14 August

BRIYAH(10-11 year olds, school years 5-6/P6-7)5 – 14 AUGUST

PRICESHACHAR, EMUNAH, REUT, ATID£1099 (Earlybird priority price for Reform

synagogue members, up to and including 6 February 2018)

£1129 (Reform synagogue members, after 6 February 2018)

£1329 (Non-Reform)

BRIYAH£799 (Earlybird priority price for Reform

synagogue members, up to and including 6 February 2018)

£869 (Reform synagogue members, after 6 February 2018)

£999 (Non-Reform)

is supported by:and

“ SHEMESH HAS BEEN AN ONGOING WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE FOR MY CHILDREN. BUILDING JEWISH IDENTITY, LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND BEING PART OF A WONDERFUL RSY-NETZER COMMUNITY.”

By sending your child on RSY-Netzer Shemesh, you will be giving them the gift of magical memories. Your child will have a summer full of adventure, interesting and engaging learning, fun-filled days and nights spent with friends, as well as the chance to unplug and connect with positive young adult role models. These magical memories will last forever.

What makes RSY-Netzer camps unique?RSY-Netzer is a Jewish environment unlike any other. RSY-Netzer gives your children space to explore different ideas, discover their passions, tackle challenging questions and make lots of friends. Our camps enable them to think and experience prayer in new and creative ways. We support them in becoming well rounded young people with an open view of the Jewish community, Israel and the world around them.

How our camps workShemesh is a chance for your child to live for two weeks (or 10 days for Briyah) in a Reform Jewish community. We know that it is important for them to feel comfortable and at ease in their surroundings, so we split the age groups on to different sites. At each camp there are a range of fun activities to join in with as well as space to chill out and relax. Our camps have single-sex dormitories (or tents for Atid). Our leaders provide a friendly face to educate and inspire your children. All this while being part of an active, friendly and supportive RSY-Netzer community!

StaffingRSY-Netzer is a youth movement run by young people for young people. Shemesh camps are run for 10-15 year olds and staffed by 17-23 year old volunteers. Most of our madrichim (leaders) were participants on Shemesh and, after being involved in RSY-Netzer for a number of years, are excited to have the opportunity to create the wonderful camps they loved so much as chanichim (participants).

A lot of time and effort is put into training and supporting our volunteer madrichim. They are all fully DBS checked and graduates of our intensive year-long leadership programme. Our madrichim spend much of June and July preparing themselves and the incredible programmes for Shemesh, working tirelessly to provide an exciting and stimulating experience for our chanichim.

In addition, each camp has an experienced Welfare Officer and Medic, and all are supported by the RSY-Netzer full time Movement Workers and the Youth Department staff.

Practicalities

We provide coach travel from and to London, Manchester and Leeds. On departure day, you will be advised when your children have arrived on camp. On return day, your children will have their mobile phones on the coach so they can give you live updates throughout the journey. If there are any major delays, we will endeavour to advise you by text.

There will be opportunities on camp for your children to phone home. You will be advised of the dates and time for them to call home.

We know how essential it is to refuel young, active people and so, with the help of a qualified nutritionist, we have created tasty vegetarian menus with plenty of fresh and healthy food. Tuck will also be available during camp.

Buddy System

RSY-Netzer welcomes new participants. We have set up a buddy system to help our participants to make new friends before Shemesh starts and to make their first experience on camp all the more enjoyable. If your child would like to be put in contact with someone from your area before camp please let us know by contacting Alyson on 020 8349 5666. We will endeavour to find someone in your area, however, we cannot guarantee this.

Welfare Supervision

At RSY-Netzer, we pride ourselves on our professional approach towards the health and safety of our participants. We employ a mental health and wellbeing team who are based at the Sternberg Centre all year round. In addition, we have an experienced Welfare Officer on each camp who is on call 24/7. These Welfare Officers are people with professional experience as teachers or working with young people, and generally have a youth movement background themselves.

Our aim is to always create a warm and safe atmosphere for our participants and we are the only youth movement to offer this level of professional support. To complement this, our madrichim (leaders) are trained in welfare issues as part of their leadership training course.

RSY-Netzer operates an inclusive approach towards accommodating all young people where possible. We are able to support young people with a range of medical, physical, social and emotional issues. For your child’s benefit, it is essential that even sensitive information is recorded to us on the Medical & Welfare Form.

We take both confidentiality and compliance with national standards for child welfare very seriously. After your form has been returned, if anything changes, or any new welfare and medical needs arise, it is your responsibility to advise us as soon as possible. This will enable us to best provide for your child.

RSY-Netzer is all about immersing yourself in an exciting Jewish environment, being empowered, and making lifelong friends. We are an inclusive youth movement that takes a fun, modern approach to Judaism and informal education in a safe, supportive environment.

We aim to inspire and empower you through innovative, engaging learning and informed decision making within our Reform community. We do this through living out our key values of Reform Judaism, Reform Zionism, Tikkun Olam (social action) and Livluv (personal development).

RSY-Netzer is the youth movement for Reform Judaism in the UK and has been around for more than 30 years. Every year over 1000 young Jewish people experience our welcoming and exciting Jewish community.

So what are you waiting for? Sign up now!

INTRODUCING RSY-NETZER WHY CHOOSE RSY-NETZER?

RSY-Netzer @RSY-Netzer rsynetzer

Communication

In the run up to Shemesh we provide parents with all the details about camp by email and further details are available on our website. In June there will be Parents’ Information Evenings in London, Manchester and Leeds. In early July, we will send an information email detailing travel arrangements, kit list, contact details plus additional information that may be required. Before camp, you will be given an emergency number, which will be available 24/7. During camp, we aim to tweet pictures so that you can keep up to date. This is dependent on an adequate wifi signal on camp.

To sign up go to www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp or for more information speak to Alyson Joseph on 020 8349 5666

or email ajoseph@rjuk.org

INTRODUCING RSY-NETZER SHEMESH CAMPS

Booking InformationEnrolment and Acceptance Please note that until 6th February 2018 we have an earlybird priority system in place for members of Reform synagogues. Applications received after this date are accepted on a first come first served basis. Therefore if you want to have a better chance at getting a place, please apply early. To sign up fill in the online Enrolment Form at www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp Once you have submitted this form you will be forwarded to the Medical and Welfare Application Form which must be completed at that time. Once your applications have been processed you will be emailed an invoice for the deposit and further payments. Your child’s place will only be secured once we have received your deposit and your child’s Medical and Welfare Application Form have been approved. If anything changes relating to the medical information before shemesh begins it is your responsibility to advise us in writing beforehand. RSY-Netzer reserves the right to refuse any applicant.

Payment

Your child’s Medical and Welfare Application Form and the deposit of £275 (including £100 administration fee) must be received no later than 28 February 2018. The full balance must be paid by 25 May 2018. Your invoice will include an additional £20 pocket money for your child. Failure to pay your deposit and full balance by these dates may put your child’s place on camp at risk.

On Briyah, over ten incredible days of camp, you’ll meet amazing people from all over the country and become part of a caring and friendly community of chanichim (participants) and madrichim (leaders) who together will build the ultimate camp experience.

Every day on Briyah is full of excitement. The day will start with energising morning fun and you’ll enjoy a selection of Nossim (specialist project groups which could include art, outdoor survival, and cooking). You’ll explore Reform Judaism and Israel through amazing interactive peulot (programmes), choosing incredible activities like capture the flag, super science, drama, discos, as well as adventure sessions like climbing and water activities. Whether you have a passion for art or you are a sports fanatic, there is something on Briyah for everyone.

Briyah will be a summer to remember, full of fun, friends, and more!

10-11 Year Olds (School Years 5-6/P6-7)BRIYAH (CREATION)

12 Year Olds (School Year 7/S1)On Shachar you’ll have an amazing time making new friends and spending time with old ones too. You’ll spend an unforgettable two weeks having fun on this camp specially designed just for your year group.

With exciting and immersive peulot (programmes) you will have the opportunity to discover new things about yourself and the world around you. You will explore Reform Judaism, Israel and social action all within the warmth of an RSY-Netzer environment. With a huge range of activities on offer, whether you’re a sports enthusiast, a budding actor, aspiring artist or just want to try something new, this camp is the one for you. Challenge yourself with outdoor adventure activities, grow as part of a team and go home with a new found confidence.

Shachar has a new adventure every day – make sure you don’t miss out!

SHACHAR (DAWN)

Atid is a once in a lifetime under-canvas experience in the beautiful countryside! With friends old and new, you’ll create a unique atmosphere in your very own RSY-Netzer community.

Atid is famous for its incredible three day tiyul (hike) where you and your friends will support each other through the exciting challenges that pop up along the way. It is an extraordinary experience that you will talk about for years to come.

You will develop your knowledge and understanding of Reform Judaism, Israel and social action. You’ll have the opportunity to make choices about what you would like to explore on camp allowing you to take the lead this summer. You will engage in peer leadership, preparing and running activities for each other, taking the first step on your hadracha (leadership) journey with RSY-Netzer.

Atid is the perfect stepping stone before coming on RSY-Netzer Israel Tour!

15 Year Olds (School Year 10/S4)

ATID (FUTURE)

Make a splash on Reut this year on an adrenaline fuelled adventure site by the riverside, where you will have the chance to experience water based activities like kayaking, sailing and motor boating.

Reut aims to expand your horizons. You’ll tackle serious social issues, learn how to make a difference as an individual and be part of an empowering community. You will develop your thoughts and ideas about RSY-Netzer, Reform Judaism, Israel and the world we live in. There is so much to love about Reut, from summer festivals and secret cinemas to team challenges and immersive mystery experiences; there’s no telling what your fantastic madrichim (leaders) may create for you on this camp!

On Reut there are endless opportunities to get to know new people and create friendships which will last a lifetime. This is an RSY-Netzer summer you’ll always remember, filled with kef (fun), exhilaration and achievement.

14 Year Olds (School Year 9/S3)REUT (FRIENDSHIP)

Financial Assistance

RSY-Netzer strongly believes that our young people should have the opportunity to take part in our events and we strive to support this in every way we can. Financial assistance is available through Reform Judaism to applicants who can’t meet the full cost of the programme.

Reform Judaism aims to offer young people the opportunity to take part in Shemesh through financial assistance funds that will assist individuals as far as possible based on a means tested process. There is complete confidentiality throughout the process and the identities of the recipients of financial assistance remain anonymous.

If you are in a financial situation where you are unable to afford the full cost of the programme please tick the appropriate box on the online Enrolment Form. RSY-Netzer will then contact you with details on how to apply for financial assistance.

If you are applying for financial assistance you will still be asked to pay the £275 deposit. Financial assistance must be applied for by 2 March 2018. Applications received after this date may not be considered. We are sorry that we can’t accept late applications as once our fund has been allocated it is then closed for the year. There is no cancellation charge applicable in cases where Financial Assistance is requested (by the deadline), but where the request can’t be met.

For more information, contact Alyson Joseph on 020 8349 5666.

Discounts

RSY-Netzer offers a £40 discount for every additional sibling attending a summer event. This will be deducted from the final emailed invoice.

Cancellation Policy

If you wish to cancel your place on Shemesh, you must contact: ajoseph@rjuk.org, in writing.

Deposits are non-refundable from 28 February 2018. If you cancel your place prior to this date, you will be entitled to a refund of any monies paid (or payable) less the £100 Administration Fee.

Any participant who cancels after the deposit deadline and before full payment is due will be entitled to a refund of all monies paid (or payable), except the £275 deposit. For any participant who cancels after 25 May 2018, no monies will be refunded.

Cancellation Fee

We recommend paying our optional £35 Cancellation Fee. If you choose to pay the Cancellation Fee, this must be paid in line with the deposit deadline of 28 February 2018. After this date no cancellation fees can be paid.

If the Cancellation Fee is paid, any participant who cancels before full payment is due on 25 May 2018 will be entitled to a full refund of all monies paid, except for the £100 Administration Fee.

Any participant who pays the Cancellation Fee and cancels after 26 May 2018 for medical reasons will be entitled to a full refund of all monies paid, less the

£100 Administration Fee. A signed letter from the participant’s doctor will be required to support your cancellation for medical reasons. Any participant who cancels after 26 May 2018 for non-medical reasons will be entitled to a full refund of all monies paid, less the £275 deposit.

In the event of you taking out your own travel insurance, you will need to seek reimbursement directly from your provider as RSY-Netzer will retain monies in accordance with our Cancellation Policy above.

Data Protection

We take your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information and that of your child/ren, for the purposes of Shemesh and to contact you specifically about Shemesh (by phone, email, post and text). Your information will be stored on the Reform Judaism database and it will be shared within our organisation to those staff with authorised access.

Personal Possessions

We are not liable for any damage to personal possessions that are taken on camp. Therefore, we recommend that you ensure your child has cover under your household or travel insurance for any personal possessions taken on camp, for example, jewellery, clothes, electrical items, instruments (this list is not exhaustive).

For further information and our terms and conditions visit our website: www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh

13 Year Olds (School Year 8/S2)

Emunah offers a wide range of exciting opportunities, from discos and immersive giant board games to outdoor activities like climbing and high ropes. There is never a dull moment on Emunah!

With fancy dress, film nights and loads more surprises, this will be two weeks that you’ll never forget. On Emunah we take you that one step further. You will delve deeper into Reform Judaism, Israel, and social action in interactive and dynamic sessions planned by your fantastic madrichim (leaders). You’ll consider what these topics mean to you and engage with the big issues in our world today.

With our location in the stunning countryside, each day will bring fantastic new opportunities; there will be no shortage of kef (fun). Emunah is all about creating memories with friends. You’ll be part of an incredible RSY-Netzer community and want to stay forever.

Emunah will leave you wanting to come back for more!

EMUNAH (BELIEF)

To sign up go to www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp or for more information speak to Alyson Joseph on 020 8349 5666

or email ajoseph@rjuk.org

RSY-Netzer Shemesh31 July – 14 August 2018/5778

5778 likes To sign up go to www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp

“MY DAUGHTER HAS GAINED SO MUCH FROM SHEMESH - FRIENDSHIPS, AWARENESS OF SOCIAL JUSTICE ISSUES AND THE CHANCE TO BE OUTDOORS IN BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE WITH NO SOCIAL MEDIA INTRUDING!”

SIGN UP, DON’T MISS OUT!

Parents’ Information

RSY-Netzer Summer Camp

DATESHACHAR, EMUNAH, REUT, ATID(12-15 year olds, school years 7-10/S1-4)31 July – 14 August

BRIYAH(10-11 year olds, school years 5-6/P6-7)5 – 14 AUGUST

PRICESHACHAR, EMUNAH, REUT, ATID£1099 (Earlybird priority price for Reform

synagogue members, up to and including 6 February 2018)

£1129 (Reform synagogue members, after 6 February 2018)

£1329 (Non-Reform)

BRIYAH£799 (Earlybird priority price for Reform

synagogue members, up to and including 6 February 2018)

£869 (Reform synagogue members, after 6 February 2018)

£999 (Non-Reform)

is supported by: and

“ SHEMESH HAS BEEN AN ONGOING WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE FOR MY CHILDREN. BUILDING JEWISH IDENTITY, LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND BEING PART OF A WONDERFUL RSY-NETZER COMMUNITY.”

By sending your child on RSY-Netzer Shemesh, you will be giving them the gift of magical memories. Your child will have a summer full of adventure, interesting and engaging learning, fun-filled days and nights spent with friends, as well as the chance to unplug and connect with positive young adult role models. These magical memories will last forever.

What makes RSY-Netzer camps unique?RSY-Netzer is a Jewish environment unlike any other. RSY-Netzer gives your children space to explore different ideas, discover their passions, tackle challenging questions and make lots of friends. Our camps enable them to think and experience prayer in new and creative ways. We support them in becoming well rounded young people with an open view of the Jewish community, Israel and the world around them.

How our camps workShemesh is a chance for your child to live for two weeks (or 10 days for Briyah) in a Reform Jewish community. We know that it is important for them to feel comfortable and at ease in their surroundings, so we split the age groups on to different sites. At each camp there are a range of fun activities to join in with as well as space to chill out and relax. Our camps have single-sex dormitories (or tents for Atid). Our leaders provide a friendly face to educate and inspire your children. All this while being part of an active, friendly and supportive RSY-Netzer community!

StaffingRSY-Netzer is a youth movement run by young people for young people. Shemesh camps are run for 10-15 year olds and staffed by 17-23 year old volunteers. Most of our madrichim (leaders) were participants on Shemesh and, after being involved in RSY-Netzer for a number of years, are excited to have the opportunity to create the wonderful camps they loved so much as chanichim (participants).

A lot of time and effort is put into training and supporting our volunteer madrichim. They are all fully DBS checked and graduates of our intensive year-long leadership programme. Our madrichim spend much of June and July preparing themselves and the incredible programmes for Shemesh, working tirelessly to provide an exciting and stimulating experience for our chanichim.

In addition, each camp has an experienced Welfare Officer and Medic, and all are supported by the RSY-Netzer full time Movement Workers and the Youth Department staff.

Practicalities

We provide coach travel from and to London, Manchester and Leeds. On departure day, you will be advised when your children have arrived on camp. On return day, your children will have their mobile phones on the coach so they can give you live updates throughout the journey. If there are any major delays, we will endeavour to advise you by text.

There will be opportunities on camp for your children to phone home. You will be advised of the dates and time for them to call home.

We know how essential it is to refuel young, active people and so, with the help of a qualified nutritionist, we have created tasty vegetarian menus with plenty of fresh and healthy food. Tuck will also be available during camp.

Buddy System

RSY-Netzer welcomes new participants. We have set up a buddy system to help our participants to make new friends before Shemesh starts and to make their first experience on camp all the more enjoyable. If your child would like to be put in contact with someone from your area before camp please let us know by contacting Alyson on 020 8349 5666. We will endeavour to find someone in your area, however, we cannot guarantee this.

Welfare Supervision

At RSY-Netzer, we pride ourselves on our professional approach towards the health and safety of our participants. We employ a mental health and wellbeing team who are based at the Sternberg Centre all year round. In addition, we have an experienced Welfare Officer on each camp who is on call 24/7. These Welfare Officers are people with professional experience as teachers or working with young people, and generally have a youth movement background themselves.

Our aim is to always create a warm and safe atmosphere for our participants and we are the only youth movement to offer this level of professional support. To complement this, our madrichim (leaders) are trained in welfare issues as part of their leadership training course.

RSY-Netzer operates an inclusive approach towards accommodating all young people where possible. We are able to support young people with a range of medical, physical, social and emotional issues. For your child’s benefit, it is essential that even sensitive information is recorded to us on the Medical & Welfare Form.

We take both confidentiality and compliance with national standards for child welfare very seriously. After your form has been returned, if anything changes, or any new welfare and medical needs arise, it is your responsibility to advise us as soon as possible. This will enable us to best provide for your child.

RSY-Netzer is all about immersing yourself in an exciting Jewish environment, being empowered, and making lifelong friends. We are an inclusive youth movement that takes a fun, modern approach to Judaism and informal education in a safe, supportive environment.

We aim to inspire and empower you through innovative, engaging learning and informed decision making within our Reform community. We do this through living out our key values of Reform Judaism, Reform Zionism, Tikkun Olam (social action) and Livluv (personal development).

RSY-Netzer is the youth movement for Reform Judaism in the UK and has been around for more than 30 years. Every year over 1000 young Jewish people experience our welcoming and exciting Jewish community.

So what are you waiting for? Sign up now!

INTRODUCING RSY-NETZERWHY CHOOSE RSY-NETZER?

RSY-Netzer @RSY-Netzer rsynetzer

Communication

In the run up to Shemesh we provide parents with all the details about camp by email and further details are available on our website. In June there will be Parents’ Information Evenings in London, Manchester and Leeds. In early July, we will send an information email detailing travel arrangements, kit list, contact details plus additional information that may be required. Before camp, you will be given an emergency number, which will be available 24/7. During camp, we aim to tweet pictures so that you can keep up to date. This is dependent on an adequate wifi signal on camp.

To sign up go to www.rsy-netzer.org.uk/shemesh-summer-camp or for more information speak to Alyson Joseph on 020 8349 5666

or email ajoseph@rjuk.org