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Why We Returned to Sci-Tech West

Why We Returned to Sci-Tech West

We are so lucky that some of our pioneer summer staff have returned to staff for summer 2. Wondering what brought them back for another unforgettable summer? It's an amazing way to spend a summer! Working behind the scenes to create the camp experience so many refer...

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LGBTQ+ Inclusion at Sci-Tech

LGBTQ+ Inclusion at Sci-Tech


During staff training, the URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech staff had the opportunity to hear from Keshet, a Jewish organization focused on creating a more inclusive environment for members of the LGBTQIA+ community through (amongst many things) resources and education.

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Live Long and Prosper: Words of Torah for Our Camp Leaders

Live Long and Prosper: Words of Torah for Our Camp Leaders


I’m sure many of you are familiar with this symbol.
Live Long and Prosper!  And some of you may know that Leonard Nimoy (aka Spock) was Jewish! He once mentioned in an interview that he was inspired to create the Vulcan salute because he had seen this hand motion in synagogue as a child during the Priestly Benediction. 

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3 At Home Boker Big Bang Experiments

3 At Home Boker Big Bang Experiments


One of our favorite parts of summer is starting every morning with a Boker Big Bang! We’re preparing our experiments for the summer and wanted to share some safe experiments you can practice at home.

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From Fireflies to Faders: My Journey to "Professional Camper"

From Fireflies to Faders: My Journey to "Professional Camper"


My Jewish journey began during my first summer camp session in 2000, and I cannot tell you all how elated I am that, nearly 20 years later, I get to return to the camping world as the Assistant Director of URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy East, and help facilitate the kind of summer camp experience with a unique blend of STEM education and classic camp vibes that a younger Harrison would have loved, and that an older Harrison is proud to be a part of.

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