Miriam Boim is originally from Woodmere NY where she attended SKA. She then spent a year and a half at Shaalvim for Women and did Sherut Leumi (national service) at an elementary school in Maaleh Adumim. Miriam now lives in Israel and is studying Special Education at Herzog College.
Miriam is so excited to be spending her first summer on NCSY Michlelet!
Miriam’s chaburah is about leadership in Am Yisrael, where she and the girls explore different topics connected to leadership by learning from various leaders in Tanach and Jewish History.
Miriam has the great privilege to learn with 4 incredible girls: Tamar Austein from Raanana Israel, Miriam Mermelstein from Queens NY, Atara Pollack from Cleveland Ohio, and Chana Zimmerman from Oakland California. Each girl is so unique and special and adds so much to the atmosphere and discussions. Miriam feels very fortunate to have the opportunity to learn the topic of leadership with girls who will definitely continue on to be leaders of their various schools and communities!
Now that we’ve been on Michlelet for over 3 weeks, what would you say is the favorite part of the program?
Tamar Austein- The highlight of my summer so far is the learning on Michlelet. It’s a huge opportunity to grow, get to know yourself, and to be a better Jew. I learnt so much and feel so privileged to be able to spend this summer in such a great place and environment while doing such great things.
Miriam Mermelstein- The Night speakers are always a highlight of my day. It’s the best to be able to relax and then regroup at the end of the day for amazing inspiration.
Chana Zimmerman- The bus rides are tons of fun! We sing and listen to music, we take bus selfies and meet new people. The bus is where it’s at.
Atara Pollack- The highlight of my summer is all the amazing opportunities we have every day on Michlelet. Michlelet is unique because we get to experience it all. From Tiyulim to Chessed to learning, it’s really an all-around amazing experience. When I go to sleep at night and think about my day, I can’t believe how much I’ve done. The girls are so sweet and the Madrichot really make the program. There is never a moment when I feel bored or inactive- I’m constantly moving! Michlelet is really enhancing who I am and helping me grow to be a better Jew and person.