ILTC

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

7:45 AM: Boker Tov
Time to rise and shine for a great day ahead!

8:15 AM: Shacharit (Independent)
Those who would like to can join our Jewish educators to start the day with a morning prayer service.

9:00 AM: Aruchat Boker | Breakfast
Fuel up with a meal and chat with friends as we prepare to take on the day.

10:00 AM: Kavanah
We’ll come together as a community to frame the day, including an overview of daily topics or themes, announcements, and information.

10:15 AM: Blueprint Session
Blueprint sessions are the heart of the ILTC experience and the curriculum. They're run nearly every day in the same groups of teens and facilitators. Over the course of the sessions, teens learn new theories, acquire new skills, and begin to live and breathe the organizing principles of BBYO around the world.

11:30 AM: Snack Break
Grab a bite and some swag from the canteen.

11:45 AM: Yesod Session
Yesodot are deep dives into a specific area of the Movement that focus on providing teens with tools and information around a core topic and create space for them to begin applying their skills.

12:45 PM: Cabin Cleaning
Enjoy some quick bonding time as we ensure our spaces are neat and safe.

1:15 PM: Aruchat Tzohorayim | Lunch
Head back to the dining hall for your midday fuel up—grilled cheese and tomato soup is especially a favorite! We also always have a salad bar, and the fixings for sun nut butter and jelly sandwiched for anyone who prefers.

2:00 PM: Sivuv
Let’s get moving! Sivuvim are camp-style activities that range from beach volleyball to lake time to shira (singing).

3:30 PM: Afternoon Experience
You never quite know what your day will bring at ILTC—sometimes it’s a guest speaker, sometimes it’s a black light dance party.

5:00 PM: Chofesh | Free Time
Take a break with your friends and chill in our hammocks, jam out with the camp instruments, or take a walk around our lush, green grounds. Get excited for the days at the pool!

6:30 PM: Mincha (Independent)
Those who would like to can join our Jewish educators for a midday prayer service.

7:00 PM: Aruchat Erev | Dinner
We eat, we sing, we laugh—dinner is always a good time at ILTC!

8:00 PM: Evening Program
Evening Programs are experiences planned by teens, staff, and external partners and guests help bring what we’re learning at ILTC to life.

9:30 PM: Rikkudim | Dance
Who doesn’t love a chance to move and groove to end off any amazing day?

9:45 PM: Ma'ariv (Independent)
Those who would like to can join our Jewish educators for an evening prayer service.

10:15 PM: K'far Meetings
Alephs and BBGs head to their respective cabin areas and discuss any closing business of the day.

10:30 PM: Cabin Time
Finish the day with a bit of bunkmate bonding time.

10:45 PM: Laila Tov | Good Night
Sweet dreams! We’ll see you tomorrow for another great day at ILTC.

 

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Is ILTC for you?
ILTC is a great program for Alephs and BBGs currently in 10th or 11th grade who are current or aspiring regional leaders (with or without positions), have attended regional leadership conventions or CLTC (though not required), or have an interest in leading, within or outside of BBYO!

How many teens attend ILTC?
ILTC welcomes around 200 Alephs and BBGs each summer. Participants come from almost every community across the Order.

Who staffs ILTC?
BBYO programming professionals and advisors serve as the site director, program director, operations director, leadership director, and leadership staff at ILTC. We’re also joined by Jewish educators, song leaders, Israeli counselors (sh'lichim), expert specialists, college-age counselors (madrichim), and an office manager.

What is the ILTC curriculum about?
ILTC's primary focus is on leadership at the council, regional, and International level. Teens focus on developing a wide range of leadership skills including effective team collaboration, communication strategies, and relationship building, as well as learning how to shape a global movement. Teens learn through interactive workshops, self-selected rotations, and programming throughout the day.

Is the food at ILTC kosher?
Perlman Camp utilizes certified kosher ingredients, and prepares in accordance with kosher practices. There is no ongoing rabbinical supervision in the kitchen.

What do I do about medication?
For the safety of our teens, all medications—prescription and over the counter—for camp-based summer programs must go through CampMeds. This includes any over-the-counter medication, including supplements or vitamins. Medications used in emergency situations, like an epi pen or inhaler, as well as oral contraceptives can be brought to camp and do not need to be filled through CampMeds. CampMeds medications must be filled no later than 30 days before the start of a program. BBYO staff are unable to distribute medication that a participant brings with them. Failure to accurately fill prescriptions through CampMeds will result in a $250 fee and medication brought will not be distributed. Failure to comply with the policy may result in a removal from the camp program.

How do I get to ILTC?
Teens can either be dropped off directly at camp by a parent or guardian, or they can fly into the local airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ (EWR), where they'll be met by BBYO staff and taken to their program by bus.

Do you offer travel insurance?
BBYO is glad to offer a travel insurance option for all our Summer Experiences through Travel Insured International. Families are highly encouraged to purchase travel insurance to protect their investment and plan for the unexpected. Please visit this page to see all the details on the policy and its terms.

What does wellness look like at ILTC?
ILTC has a full-time licensed mental health professional and a nurse on site. Additionally, all BBYO staff are youth mental health first aid certified.

Is there scholarship for ILTC?
Yes! Several different scholarship options are available:

• BBYO Need-Based Scholarship: Apply as part of your registration. Applications are due by January 18, 2024, and awards will be announced on January 30, 2024. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Anita M. Perlman Scholarship (for BBGs): In honor of the legacy of the founder of BBG, visionary feminist Anita M. Perlman, an award up to $500 in additional scholarship for a BBG to attend ILTC to enhance their leadership and identity. Funds are limited—applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and awarded based on greatest need via the scholarship application.
• Community Scholarships: Additional local and community funds are available; please see our scholarship page for a full list of resources.

Name: Fara Gold
Contact: [email protected]
Summer Role: ILTC Site Director

“Friendships made during summer are special because summer camp friendships help bring out an organic you, surrounded by people who want to see that true “you” grow.”

Name: Morgan Wittenberg
Contact: [email protected]
Summer Role: ILTC Program Director
“Every week, I look forward to Shabbat acapella, where right after dinner, before we go into Shabbat Shira and Rabbi’s Tisch, we all come together to sing as a community, loud, proud, and just our voices. It’s often under the stars which is a huge bonus”

Name: Meir Tannenbaum
Contact: [email protected]
Summer Role: Perlman Lead Jewish Educator
“My favorite part of BBYO Summer Shabbat is walking around and getting to schmooze with the teens.”

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ILTC COORDINATORS

Name: Riley Gold
Contact: [email protected] | Instagram: @rileygold_ // @bbyomazkirim
Community: North Florida Region

Name: Justin Ferstein
Contact: [email protected] | Instagram: @justinferstein // @bbyomazkirim
Community: Great Midwest Region

There are many more ways to combine our summer experiences to extend your fun, learning, and self-exploration. Explore your 2025 connection options here.