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2,500 Reasons to Be Proud
This summer, our Apachi campers and families did something truly extraordinary. Together, we collected more than 2,500 kosher pantry items, valued at over $4,000, for The Ark—a vibrant hub of essential human services that lifts and strengthens the Jewish community. That’s 2,500 tangible reminders of what it means to live our value of Tikkun Olam, […] Learn More ›
STEM Center at Sunrise Day Camp—Chicago Makes Its Debut
Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago gives kids undergoing cancer treatment (and their siblings) a chance to just be kids at camp all for free! The kids are not just campers—they are future innovators! Our new STEM Center at Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago celebrated its debut with a ribbon cutting ceremony. This STEM Center is made possible with thanks […] Learn More ›
How We Celebrated Mental Health Month Together
At JCC Early Childhood, we believe in the power of supporting children’s mental wellness, especially during these pivotal early learning years. May was Mental Health Awareness Month and a time when we focused on nurturing big feelings and providing tools to help children thrive. As mom to four, I’ve had my share of big feelings. […] Learn More ›
Shatter the Stigma: Teen Voices for Mental Health
When we launched the JCC Teen Mental Health Committee, our mission was clear: break the stigma surrounding mental health, promote emotional wellness, and empower teens to speak up, support each other, and share resources. Since then, this dedicated group has led powerful conversations, created wellness kits, and hosted impactful community mental health fairs. But this […] Learn More ›
Inspiring Education, at Home and Abroad
Do we ever really stop learning? I took some time off last week and took my good friend to one of my favorite places in Colorado. While I have been there many times, we did things on this trip that were firsts for me, too. On breaks in between morning walks and mountain hikes, my […] Learn More ›
Finding Calm in the Chaos: Understanding and Managing Stress When Overstimulated
Big crowds, large events, and loud noises stress me out. As a little kid, I was scared of trains because they made loud noises. Now, I don’t like loud music. I used to avoid grocery stores because they felt overwhelming—big, crowded, and chaotic. While I’ve grown more comfortable with grocery stores over time, I still […] Learn More ›