We started off today with inspiring chaburahs and teacher shuirs. In the afternoon, we baked, made posters, and wrapped gifts for the bridal shower! After dinner we boarded the busses to Lev HaTorah where we joined the 11th graders in making a beautiful bridal shower for Yael from Mexico. It was so nice to see both grades come together to partake in such a touching simcha. We can’t wait for the wedding next week!

-Mali, Bergenfield, NJ

Today was a packed day! We started with going rafting down the Yarden. Bonding with friends while spending time on the water was really fun. After that there were 3 options for trips: tour of Tzfat, Dekarina Chocolate Factory/Amuka, and an awesome water hike! I went to Tzfat which was super meaningful. I got to learn about one of the holiest cities in the world. I felt truly inspired by the city and being able To Daven by the Kever of the Ari Hakadosh. Traveling up North will definitely be something I won’t forget.

– Sarah Gila, Queens, NY

This summer has so far been the best summer ever!!!! This shabbos we stayed up North, and the ruach was unbelievable. We started shabbos with singing lecha dodi, and ended it with hearing the amazing choir sing it. After an unforgettable shabbos, we went on a boat ride, for a melave malka and dance party! Can’t wait for another awesome day on Michlelet!!

-Deena, Toronto, Canada

Chana Rus Grossman is from RBS, Israel and is going to Machon Tal for business management in the fall Bezh. She attended Ahavat Yisrael for High school before spending two amazing years at MMY. Chana Rus is so excited to spend her first summer on Michlelet learning and having a blast with the best girls out there. The fabulous girls in Chana Rus’s chabura are Sari (Naaleh), Hannah (SKA), Shirah Leah (Derech Emunah), Rina (Ida Crown) and Shira (Naaleh). Chana Rus’s chabura learns about Jewish women throughout history, focusing on what they did to enhance the lives both of their families and Klal Yisrael, and how they can embody the amazing character traits of the role models they learn about.

What is your favorite part of shabbos on michlelet and why?

Hannah- My favorite part about shabbos on michlelet is the meals where I get to spend time with my friends, and cheer with them.

Sari- Friday night tish and after that when we stay up super late all just talking instead of being on our phones or going places

Rina- I love the activities they do before shalosh seudos like the panel and the speed dating because it brings real conversation and connection between the different people and pushes past small talk.

Shirah Leah- My favorite part of shabbos in michlelet is the optional shuirim that are given throughout the day. it’s something inspiring that takes you through the rest of the day and teaches you something new. I also like connecting to people without the distraction of phones. it gives an opportunity for all different type of girls to sit around and schmooze and connect.

Shira- My favorite part of Shabbos on Michlelet is definitely singing Shabbos Zemiros together. When we sing I feel a sense of achdus between the entire program that is different from the rest of the week. I love singing slowly and clearly internalizing the kadosh words of each Zemira that we sing. As we sing I feel myself being uplifted and I realize how lucky I am to be a Bas Yisrael on such an incredible program.

DT Novick is from Bet Shemesh finishing off her first year of sheirut leumi (national service). She attended Bet Shulamit for high school. She will be starting her first year at  Michlalah College this fall, majoring in Tanach and math. This is DT’s first summer on michlelet and she is loving every minute:) DT’s chaburah focuses on  women in the Tanach. The goal of this chabura is to use the women in Tanach as role models for Jewish women today and for the girls to help find their pathway to becoming a fulfilled Jewish woman.. The chabura is taught using skits, games and stories. The chabura is made up of an incredible group of girls. Amalia (Bruriah), Bracha  (Yavneh), Chayala (TAG) and Malkie (Ahavat Yisroel).