Educational Theme 2011 - Moshevet Shivat Tzion


Shivat Tzion LogoWelcome to Moshevet Shivat Tzion! This summer’s educational topic covers pre-State Israel, from 1880 to 1948. We will be exploring the optimism, passion and excitement of building a new state along with the tensions and struggles that came along with it.

Each day of camp will have a topic that relates to the theme of the month – Shivat Tzion. Campers will learn about Jerusalem in the 1800s, The First Zionist Congress, the establishment of the Kibbutz Movements and much more.

Everyone in camp will have a daily dose of the theme. Morning wake up will announce the daily topic along with interviews and trivia. Each eidah will creatively weave the daily topic into their programming. We are excited about the the optimism and originality our vibrant staff has shown in implementing the theme into the fabric of camp. Daily shiurim will follow a curriculum that shadows and gives a Torah voice to the story of Zionism and the events leading up to Ben Gurion's declaration of independence.

Specialty staff will also be connected to the theme through their daily “301” learning group. The “301” limmud is a 5 minute (301 seconds) reading or discussion using primary sources relating to the daily theme. We are looking forward to integrating all of the wonderful people and resources up at camp to bring the history alive.