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Embracing a ‘Yes, and’ Approach at Camp and Beyond
A theme that thread through this summer in particular was the value of saying and living with a ‘yes, and’ approach to life. ‘Yes, and’ requires openness and flexibility as well as confidence and courage.
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6 Things I Learned at The 6
I can honestly say that camp can happen anywhere, no matter where…because it’s the people that make it special and meaningful, not the place.
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6 Points Camper attends first World Lacrosse Championship hosted in Israel
Sam Burgunder went from playing lacrosse 6 Points to Netanya, Israel, interning at the Lacrosse World Championships. Here’s how he got there.
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Day in the Life: Jerusalem Lions
First and Second Session Jerusalem Lions Counselor Shayna shares a glimpse inside a typical day in the life of 6 Points' Youngest Eidah at camp this summer.
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The World Cup Reminds Me of 6 Points
6 Points Faculty Member Rabbi Malcom Cohen shares his thoughts on the 2018 World Cup and how 6 Points is connected
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Why the 5K Matters at Camp
It may feel insignificant to run 3.1 miles but in the grand scheme of things, it could be those few miles that change just one person’s life for the better.
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How 6 Points Athletes Make the Most of Their Day of Rest
URJ Lay Leader for Youth and North American Camping Chair Shelley Niceley Groff writes on her experiences during Shabbat at 6 Points.
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Day in the Life: Camp Song Leader
Our Song Leader Emily Groff—or “Music Coach” as the campers call her—plays an integral role in our camp community. Follow her through a day in the life at 6 Points!
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Put me in Coach!
Faculty Member Stephanie Schwartz reflects on her time at the Six and how our athletes embody our values on and off the field, court and pool.
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A rabbi reflects on the true meaning of 6 Points
I remember when 6 Points Sports Academy opened nine years ago. It took me a minute (or more!) to realize… “Oh! I get it… 6 Points… like the SIX points on the JEWISH star!” Clever. And hidden. And yet so obvious. What a great metaphor for this URJ camp that has been so successful. Rabbi Mark Cohn reflects on how 6 Points fosters Jewish living.
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