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FEBRUARY 2009 UPDATE
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| Shalom Friend, |
The Israel Scouts Movement was created in 1919, 90 years ago, and was the first Hebrew youth movement in Israel. Today, the movement includes over 70,000 participants, in over 170 shvatim (chapters/tribes) from Kiryat Shmona in the North to Eilat in the South. It is the only pluralistic, non-partisan educational youth movement in the country. Based on the principals of friendship, camaraderie, community service and social justice, the Tzofim encourages its scouts to have social, democratic lifestyles with an emphasis on self-starting, excellence, independence and a love of the State and the people of Israel. The Israel Scouts teaches its scouts to be good citizens and young leaders. Since the inception of the country, this movement has been an initiator and partner in all aspects of pioneering and meaningful Zionist activities that occur in Israel. We, at the Friends of Israel Scouts, Inc. - Tzofim, are proud to be associated with such a noteworthy and revolutionary organization. So many of us are the people we have become as a result of the Tzofim. We hope that you will join us in congratulating the Israel Scouts on the past 90 years and help us to ensure its sustenance for the next 90. Mazal Tov!
Rafi Hadad
Executive Director
Friends of Israel Scouts, Inc. - Tzofim | |
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| CHOOSING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE! |
 Tzofim Tzabar's main event will take place in mid-February. Around 320 9th -12th graders, from all across North America, will unite for four days for the yearly mid-winter convention. This year's theme is "Choosing to Make a Difference." Throughout the weekend, participants will engage in programming focused on democracy, social activism and creating change in their local communities and in Israel. In addition, there will be outdoor and social activities, keeping in line with traditions from the past. All of our scouts are counting down the days! |
| WEST COAST OFFICE UPDATE |
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On January 17th-19th, 55 young people came together to begin the process of making aliyah with Garin Tzabar. One group met in Los Angeles and one in San Francisco. Work continues to establish a Tzabar Shevet (tribe) in Los Angeles. The first activities for high school students will take place on January 25th. The Tzofim Friendship Caravan will be making its first trip to various places on the West Coast. All schools, synagogues, JCCs and Federations are invited to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
Dana Yaari Dayan
West Coast Regional Director
Phone: (323) 951-1247
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| JOIN US ON CVK, OUR SUMMER ISRAEL PROGRAM! |
Chetz V'Keshet registration is going on now! Join our growing list of participants who will get the opportunity to experience Israel... Israeli style!
Chetz V'Keshet is a month long program coordinated by the Friends of Israel Scouts Inc. -Tzofim and the Educational Division of the IDF for teens to travel to Israel. There, participants will experience a variety of exciting activities including army training, rapelling, rafting, hiking, touring, and more! Together with their Israeli peers, Chetz V'Keshet participants will learn about Israel's history and present as they visit the sites they learn about.
Too young for Chetz V'Keshet? Try Keshet- our 10 day program in Israel where participants can take a break from their family vacation to explore the best of Israel with their peers.
CLICK HERE to learn more.
Scholarships available upon request.
Aharona (Roni) Tagar and Ariel Gindea
Israel Summer Programs Department
Phone: (212) 451-6275
Email: cvk@israelscouts.org |
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MIDWEST OFFICE UPDATE |
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 We are happy to announce that Alon Ozeri, has joined the Midwest Office team. His main goal is to establish a new Tzofim Tzabar scouting chapter in Chicago. Throughout the last two months, Alon has laid the foundation for the new chapter, represented the Tzofim at the Cincinnati summer program fair and has functioned as a counselor for the Garin Tzabar Midwest group. In addition, Alon will replace Yarden Mekaiten while on maternity leave, beginning in late February. Welcome and good luck to Alon in his new position!
On January 11th, a meeting was held for parents of the new Tzabar chapter. Despite the snow, many people were in attendance and volunteered to assist in all aspects of building the chapter. Our first activities will consist of leadership training for 8th-12th graders. The scouts are looking forward to participating in the Mid-winter Tzofim Tzabar convention in Los Angeles, for the first time. This Purim, activities will commence for younger scouts. All 4th-7th graders are welcome to join in the festivities.
Yarden Mekatien
Midwest Regional Director
Phone: (847) 675-6790
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| BRING THE SPIRIT OF ISRAEL TO YOUR HOMETOWN! |
With Nefesh B' Nefesh as the Tzofim Friendship Caravan sponsor for 2009, we are looking forward to having four Caravans that reach many places who have yet to fall in love with the Caravan.
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