STRATEGIC HEBREW CITY EXPLORERS

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The NY City Explorers program is a great chance for students to build their Hebrew skills in a hands-on, fun environment.  

Click here for a recap of summer 2014.  

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.

Daily 10:00 AM--3:00 PM  
Meet at scheduled venue.  
Upcoming programs:
Summer 2015 -- "SIGHTS OF NYC" 
                       Session 1: August 3-7  
                       Session 2: August 17-21    
  • Includes ice cream, Central Park Zoo, Nature Walks, Neighborhood Walks, Museums and more!
  • Advance Discount Ends 3/2
  • Tuition:
                            Regular           Early Bird       
   5 day program     $395                 $325                   

EXPLORERS (Ages 7-11): Click here for registration form!

  • Eat ice cream, play sports, learn to dance, visit the Central Park Zoo and the Conservatory Garden, etc. and learn Hebrew as you tour.  This unforgettable experience incorporates games, scavenger hunts and other innovative activities to make Hebrew language accessible and fun!
  • Small group ratio of 5:1 allows students to learn vocabulary through hands-on games and activities with a trained instructor. 
  • Groups are assigned based on language skill and instructional needs to maximize each child's comfort and enjoyment.
  • No matter what level you speak Hebrew, we will help you develop strategies to build your conversational skills.
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Scavenger hunt in Essex Street Market

APPRENTICE (Ages 12-13): Click here for registration form!

After the first few days, I found myself thinking in Hebrew!  I never knew I that I knew so much!

           -- 5th grade
  • Limited number of apprenticeships are available for students with strong Hebrew skills in grades 7-8.  
  • Students will learn how to develop and lead games that promote language acquisition and will work on own language skills while assisting groups of elementary age students (Explorers).  
  • Apprentices alternate their time between the Explorers and specially designed leadership training workshops with their peers. 
  • Application and phone interview required.

Language Guide (High School): Click here for application.

  • Language Guides are talented high school students with strong conversational Hebrew skills. 
  • Language Guides lead small groups of Explorers through language building activities and tours.  
  • Application and interview required.  Applicants must attend a minimum number of training sessions.  Previous Fellowship and Entrepreneur Circle attendees encouraged to apply.

Stipends are available on sliding scale, commensurate with language skill and/or completion of Strategic Hebrew Leaders Fellowship.  Openings available based on Explorer and Apprentice enrollment. 
I gained more confidence and Hebrew, and more strategies for learning how to speak. I definitely see a difference in how I use my Hebrew. 

--9th Grade