INTERNATIONAL KALLAH

Exploring Jewish Identity Your Way

In November 2023, BBYO launched a new summer registration system that requires families to create a brand-new account, as it is not connected to any of the systems you may have previously used. Please visit bbyo.my.site.com/s/login and click Register Now to start this process. Need help setting up your account? Visit this document for step-by-step instructions.

OVERVIEW

International Kallah is where BBYO members from across the globe come together to explore their own Jewish identity and learn about their shared Jewish heritage, all while enjoying adventures in a beautiful camp setting.

LOCATION: B’nai B’rith Perlman Camp, Lake Como, PA

DATES

Jul 17 - Aug 6, 2024 Available

current grades CURRENT GRADES: 10-12

DURATION: 21 Days

PROGRAM FEES

CENTENNIAL PRICE: $2,499

It’s BBYO’s Centennial year! So that anyone who would like to can celebrate 100 years with us, we’re offering special pricing on our domestic Summer Leadership Experiences. The typical summer rate for Kallah is $3,490—a $991 savings. Centennial pricing available for summer 2024 only.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Kallah programming
Transportation to and from the local airport, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Meals
Two snacks per day
All activities
Program t-shirt and Kfar (community) sweatshirt

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Health & Wellness

Travel Insurance

DETAILS

International Kallah goes beyond the traditional classroom. It’s where you can find your “Jewish self” through interactive sessions and one-on-one conversations about a spectrum of topics, making Jewish learning individualized and fun! Facilitated by Jewish educators of different backgrounds, you’ll have access to a variety of resources and something new every day. With time to spend outside bonding with new friends, Kallah is the perfect place to build strong relationships and create a diverse and cultured community. We’ll also get the chance mingle with other local Jewish camps during the Morasha Pluralism Exchange, where we’ll get to examine our similarities and differences, and celebrate the mosaic of the broader Jewish community. Along the way, Jewish culture will come to life through electives such as art, music, cooking, photography, social media, and sports, to name a few.

Make it a Perlman Summer! You can combine International Kallah with ILTC for the ultimate summer duo. Each program offers the chance to make lasting friendships, explore Jewish values, and learn practical leadership skills—but by combining them together, they provide twice the opportunity for a summer packed with fun.
Centennial Price: $5,498
Regular Price: $6,880
Savings: $1,382
To sign up for a full Perlman Summer, just register for both ILTC and Kallah and you’re all set!

A DAY IN THE LIFE

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

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

8:15 AM: Shacharit (Community)
We’ll come together 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: Limmud Session 1
Limmudim are the heart of the Kallah curriculum where teens learn with educators on engaging Jewish subjects and are given the choice of topics they want to explore.

11:15 AM: Snack Break
Grab a bite and some swag from the canteen.

11:30 AM: Limmud Session 2
Another opportunity to explore a concept or issue of your choice.

12:30 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: Chug or Sivuv
Meet with your self-selected club for some camp activities—swimming, song writing, mural painting, rock wall climbing, and more! Over the course of the program, you and your friends will create something to share with the whole Kallah community at the last night event.

3:00 PM: Beiteinu
This small, consistent community functions as your family group throughout the program. The spaces have a regular flow to provide space for processing, reflection, and laughs.

4:00 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.

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 Kallah!

8:00 PM: Evening Program
When the sun sets at camp, the program at Kallah only shines brighter. At Kallah, evening programs are a playground of Jewish cultural experiences, deep conversations around campfires, and starlit song sessions.

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
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 Kallah.

DISCOVER

FAQs

Is Kallah for you?
Kallah is a great program for Alephs and BBGs currently in 10th through 12th grade who want to explore and take ownership of their Judaism..

How many teens attend Kallah?
Kallah welcomes around 200 Alephs and B’nai B’rith Girls each summer. Participants come from every region and countries from across the Order.

Who staffs Kallah?
The International Kallah staff includes a site director, program director, song leaders, Israeli counselors (sh'lichim), expert specialists, college-age counselors from around the world (madrichim), and an office manager. In addition, we have over 10 Jewish educators onsite representing a variety of denominations and viewpoints, including rabbis and trained educators.

What is the Kallah curriculum about?
The Kallah curriculum allows participants to learn about and connect with Judaism in their own way. With a diverse community of Jewish educators, guest experts, and peers, participants explore ancient and current topics and ask and answer some of Judaism’s big questions.

Is the food at Kallah 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 Kallah?
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 Kallah?
Kallah 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 Kallah?
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 International Kallah 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.

TEAM

Name: Lewis Sohinki
Contact: [email protected]
Summer Role: Perlman Site Director
“Friendships made during summer are special because we build strong foundations at camp and grow those relationships throughout life. Camp friends are the best friends!”

Name: Liron Lipinsky
Contact: [email protected]
Summer Role: Kallah Program Director
“My favorite part of a BBYO Summer Shabbat is showcasing BBYO’s pluralistic philosophy by designing inclusive and meaningful Shabbat experiences for everyone to enjoy.”

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.”

KALLAH COORDINATORS

Name: Mercedes Benzaquen
Contact: [email protected] | Instagram: @mercedes.benzaquen // @bbyoshlichim
Community: BBYO Spain
“Kallah is the best summer program because you get the chance to engage in meaningful conversations and meet amazing people from all over the world.”

Name: Judah Moskovitz
Contact: [email protected] | Instagram: @judah_moskovitz // @bbyoshlichim
Community: BBYO Vancouver
“Friendships made during summer are special because a day feels like a week, a week feels like a month, and a month feels like a second.”

CONNECTIONS

HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy unique bonding moments as you build a community together

Immerse yourself in Limmud Sessions and Reflections, the heart of the Jewish identity exploration of Kallah

Get a new perspective on the American Jewish experience, past and present, during our offsite field trip to Philadelphia, PA

Engage in practical How-To sessions and grow skills for BBYO and life with educators and trainers

Show your team pride at the friendly Maccabiah competition where you’ll go head-to-head with your friends

Shape your experience with Chugim, the club of your choice

Celebrate Shabbat your way with song and dance, Jewish and camp traditions, and delicious food

Get cozy in your home away from home, Perlman Camp, our base for over 70 years

Get your burning questions answered during Campfire Conversations, which represent the pluralism BBYO is built on

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