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Celebrating JCC Chicago’s Best
Tuesday was one of those exceptional days that remind me why working here, at JCC Chicago, is such a special experience. During our quarterly All Staff Meeting we did something we’ve never done before … we introduced the first ever JCC Chicago Employee Recognition Awards. A few months ago, we asked our staff to reflect […] Learn More ›
Go to Camp with Your Grandparent! (Yes, We’re Serious)
Thinking about Grandparents Weekend for your family this summer? This special guest blog from a grandchild will have you packing and planning for the best summer experience! Written by Lindsay Weisskopf, freshman at Highland Park High School. This summer will be her 6th summer as a camper at Camp Chi. Seven years ago my grandparents […] Learn More ›
No Shame On U Makes Impact in Jewish Community and Beyond
How many times in your life have you thought of a great idea for a new business or mission driven organization? Many of us have these light bulb moments but most don’t act on that impulse. For a select few talented, passionate entrepreneurs, their breakthrough idea can be a game changer. This was the case […] Learn More ›
Yom Ha’atzmaut, Camp and Connections
Sometimes it feels like any day can be a holiday. We have National Grilled Cheese Day, Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day and even Talk Like a Pirate Day. With so many “holidays,” it’s easy to miss one that is actually important, especially when it takes place on the other side of the world. Today […] Learn More ›
Make New Friends
Our Approach to Friendship Friendship is the heart and soul of JCC’s J Camps. For many of our campers, camp is the first time they are developing friendships without parent involvement. Our camp philosophy is to balance the opportunity to meet new friends with the comfort of being with familiar ones. Friendship making is fundamental […] Learn More ›
Play Detective: Uncover the Meaning of your Child’s Challenging Behaviors (Part 2)
Written by Rachel Schwartz, LSW, and Jamie Miller, LCPC, JCC Chicago Early Childhood Social Services Last week we talked about core functions of a child’s behavior and how you can investigate to determine the underlying meaning and purpose it is serving for your child. Once you are able to identify those factors, you can implement […] Learn More ›