Skip links

JYN CONNECT

Main navigation

Main Content

The Program

Where Education,
Volunteerism and Fun
Go Hand-in-Hand.
JYN Connect partners High School
teens & Elementary School children
in a positive Jewish environment
where everybody gains!

High School
Students

Teens in High School
(Grades 11-12)

This program will allow teens to develop their mentoring & leadership qualities through specialized peer mentoring training followed by a year of hands-on experience. They will also be able to fulfill their community service requirements through this extraordinary opportunity of social and communal activism.

Sign Up Now

Elementary
Students

Kids in elementary school
(Grades 4-7)

Children will meet weekly in a stimulating, safe and Jewish environment where responsible high school students from the community will be on hand to help with homework, test preparation and tutoring. They will also enjoy unique Jewish crafts, sports and outings with guidance and direction from their teen mentors.

Sign Up Now

How It Works

JYN Connect runs weekly on
• Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:30PM
• Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:30PM
throughout the school year.

Teens & children will be paired up based on social
compatibility, subject matter and activity preference.
They will enjoy special outings and trips.
Each week will be divided
into two segments:

Teens will assist elementary students with homework, in various academic subjects.

Teens will direct activities, crafts and sports for the children.