What an incredible end to Summer 2024! Session 3 was filled with learning and laughter, discoveries and dear friends. As we say goodbye to our campers, we are already dreaming of Summer...
When people talk about summer camp, the focus often lands on the campers—their experiences, growth, and joy. But what about the staff who make this all possible? As the Staff Engagement Coordinator for 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy, I’ve had the privilege of...
How important is URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech camp to my family? We’re back this year, even though our child is not. Our son, Ezri, was a pioneer camper here at Sci-Tech. My spouse, Michelle Shapiro Abraham, had been working with the Foundation for Jewish Camp’s specialty...
A favorite evening program at Sci-Tech Academy is Frosty Frost, named for the building in which it is held, during which campers have the opportunity to choose their activity based on what they happen to be curious about at the time. Choices run from board games to...
By Sam Sheran My first year at Sci-Tech, I almost didn’t want to come back. I was hopelessly homesick—I didn’t get along with my roommate, I didn’t like the summer heat, and I just really missed my mom. I spent my two weeks crying and talking to my counselors. And...
One of the roles of the faculty at Sci-Tech is to give an iyyun, or thoughts on prayer, as part of the Friday night service. I thought that I might share one that I wrote two years ago, and shared on the first Shabbat of camp: Let’s talk about the Sh’ma. It is a...
