❤️ The Heart of Camp: Celebrating Our Brave-Making Team

This week, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude for the incredible people who form the heart of camp. They are the dedicated helpers and mentors who create the magic, the moments, and the memories that define a JCC Abrams Camps summer.

We are talking about every single member of our staff family: our amazing counselors, specialists, nurses, lifeguards, madrichim, bus drivers, leadership, and support staff.

They are the ones on the ground, making "brave tries" possible every single day. They greet with a smile, coach with enthusiasm, cheer the loudest, and care deeply so that every camper can feel safe to connect, smile, and grow.

Shining Stars: Our Guest Experts

This past summer, we were privileged to host an outstanding roster of guest experts who truly lit up the grounds and broadened our campers' horizons! Their passion and expertise introduced new skills, boosted confidence, and fostered essential values like grit and discipline.

Guest Expert	Contribution	Key Skill/Value
Steve Garrison (Former NY Yankee)	Pitching clinic and inspirational talk	Confidence on and off the mound
Rachel Siegel (Acoustix Music Studio)	Joyful music classes for our youngest	Creativity and connection through song
Coach Crehan (Hoops Academy)	Basketball skills clinics	Turning effort into progress
Bryce “The Precise Ninja”	Ninja warrior training and obstacle course	Focus and grit
Leslie (Four Peas and a Dog)	Creative cookie decorating masterclass	Hands-on creativity and fun
David Kahn (Krav Maga)	Self-defense and discipline instruction	Discipline and self-confidence

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❤️ The Heart of Camp: Celebrating Our Brave-Making Team

This week, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude for the incredible people who form the heart of camp. They are the dedicated helpers and mentors who create the magic, the moments, and the memories that define a JCC Abrams Camps summer.

We are talking about every single member of our staff family: our amazing counselors, specialists, nurses, lifeguards, madrichim, bus drivers, leadership, and support staff.

They are the ones on the ground, making "brave tries" possible every single day. They greet with a smile, coach with enthusiasm, cheer the loudest, and care deeply so that every camper can feel safe to connect, smile, and grow.

Shining Stars: Our Guest Experts

This past summer, we were privileged to host an outstanding roster of guest experts who truly lit up the grounds and broadened our campers' horizons! Their passion and expertise introduced new skills, boosted confidence, and fostered essential values like grit and discipline.

Guest Expert	Contribution	Key Skill/Value
Steve Garrison (Former NY Yankee)	Pitching clinic and inspirational talk	Confidence on and off the mound
Rachel Siegel (Acoustix Music Studio)	Joyful music classes for our youngest	Creativity and connection through song
Coach Crehan (Hoops Academy)	Basketball skills clinics	Turning effort into progress
Bryce “The Precise Ninja”	Ninja warrior training and obstacle course	Focus and grit
Leslie (Four Peas and a Dog)	Creative cookie decorating masterclass	Hands-on creativity and fun
David Kahn (Krav Maga)	Self-defense and discipline instruction	Discipline and self-confidence

Your Voice: Share the Gratitude and the Vision!

The people behind the moments are what make camp so special. We want to hear from you!

Who Helped Your Camper Grow?

Was there a counselor who went the extra mile? A specialist who unlocked a new passion? A bus driver who always made the ride fun?

Comment and we'll be sure to pass along your heartfelt gratitude and thanks directly to them.

Who Do You Want to See Next Year?

We are already planning for an even more amazing summer in 2026! What kind of celebrity or expert would you like to see inspire our campers next?

• Celebrity chefs teaching a culinary masterclass?

• Competitive swimmers sharing Olympic-level tips?

• A renowned tennis pro running drills?

• Other ideas?

Comment with your thoughts and suggestions!

Let’s hear it one more time for the people behind the moments that make JCC Abrams Camps a truly unforgettable place!