Last NFTY event of the year: 8th graders are invited! — The North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY), the national reform youth movement, is a great way for Beth Am youth to be active in Jewish life. Every event is tons of fun, and there are lots of leadership and volunteer opportunities, too. This event is the last event of the school year and is open to all 8th - 12th graders. Registration is open now.
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Youth Groups
BAJY (Beth Am Junior Youth), 6th - 8th grade, is for all middle school students interested in fun, friendship and community service.
BATY (Beth Am Temple Youth), 9th - 12th grade, our senior youth group for all high school students, is a great way for Beth Am teens to make lifelong friends by hanging out with their peers at the synagogue, learning about their Jewish identity, and having fun.
A small fee is charged for youth group membership. For scholarship assistance, including youth group membership, retreats, Jewish summer camp and Israel programs, please complete and Informal Education Scholarship Form and return Erin Goldstrom, Youth Advisor. Close
BATY (Beth Am Temple Youth), 9th - 12th grade, our senior youth group for all high school students, is a great way for Beth Am teens to make lifelong friends by hanging out with their peers at the synagogue, learning about their Jewish identity, and having fun.
A small fee is charged for youth group membership. For scholarship assistance, including youth group membership, retreats, Jewish summer camp and Israel programs, please complete and Informal Education Scholarship Form and return Erin Goldstrom, Youth Advisor. Close
Wednesday, May 23, 6:30 - 8 p.m., BATY Room
Take a Break with BATY — If you feel as if you have no downtime during the week, schedule in a BATY Hang-Out sesh. Food, friends and a break from the week await – no need to RSVP and they're FREE.
Sunday, May 27 - Monday, May 28, American River
8th- to 12th-graders are invited for this end-of-the-school-year tradition! — The Annual BATY Rafting Trip is here! Join us for a memorable overnight trip, camping out under the stars, celebrating Shavuot together and white-water rafting on the American River. All 8th graders are invited to join us for their first BATY event. A detailed itinerary and waivers are available in the registration packet.
Sunday, June 3, 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Elkhorn Slough, north of Monterey
For All 5th-8th Graders — BAJY’s final event of the year is fast approaching: KAYAKING! We will be paddling in Elkhorn Slough and then picnicking at the wildlife reserve. Experience some of California coastline’s natural beauty and have a great time with your BAJY friends. No previous kayaking experience necessary.
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Congregation Beth Am • 26790 Arastradero Rd., Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 • (650) 493-4661 • Contact Us 