Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

CIT Summer Program 2026 Application
2026-06-01 08:00 - 2026-07-31 17:00 (America/New_York) | FL
What is a CIT?

A CIT is a rising leader, provided with the opportunity to assist the Beth El Early Learning Center summer camp counselors with many aspects of the camp day. CITs are role models, and in addition to working with the children, will engage in continued professional development skill sessions throughout the summer.

What are the responsibilities of a CIT?

CITs follow the direction of the head counselor. Examples of some responsibilities may include: helping students put on their socks and shoes, engaging with the kids during water play, reading to the children, helping to prepare for classroom activities, and providing support during the implementation of classroom activities.

Important Information

This program is for teens who are entering 8th through 12th grades next school year.
This is a volunteer program only. All hours can go toward community service.
Teens can choose to volunteer for a half day ending at 1:00pm or a full day until 3:15pm. If would like to stay longer, we can explore this on a case-by-case basis.
There are three sessions. You can choose how many you’d like to work.

Session 1: June 1 – 19
Session 2: June 22 – July 10 (no camp on Friday, July 3)
Session 3: July 13 – 31

At least two Wednesdays per session will include a professional development program.
Every Wednesday, will include a check-in meeting and lunch provided by Temple Beth El.
All CITs must have a background check for our ELC licensing, and a few other documents will also be required. This takes at least a week to process.
Prices: $75 for one session, $105 for two sessions, or $135 for three sessions.

Important Dates

Applications are now accepted on a rolling basis. (only a few spots left for session 1 weeks 2 & 3)
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 – Mandatory Virtual Orientation at 6:00 pm
Friday, May 29, 2026, 11-12PM – a “Meet and Greet” for the kids. After the Meet and Greet, you will have time to get to know the counselor you will be working with for the summer. All CITs should try attend, even if you are not working Session 1.
Monday, June 1, 2026 – FIRST DAY OF SESSION 1
Session dates:

Session 1: June 1 – June 19
Session 2: June 22 – July 10 (no camp on Friday, July 3)
Session 3: July 13 – July 31

Being a CIT is a commitment. Counselors are depending on you, so it is critical that you are present. Please be advised that if you miss multiple days, you could be removed from the program.
We are in for a wonderful summer! Please reach out to Ollie Frieze (ofrieze@tbeboca.org) with any questions.

Parent Form
TEEN CIT APPLICATION

Bereavement Group
2026-06-15 10:00 - 12:30 | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Temple Beth El and Ruth & Norman Rales JFS are proud partners and continue to meet the needs of community members by offering a bereavement group facilitated by Andrea Pittell, MSW, LCSW.
The group will be for those who have lost a spouse in the last year and are looking for support in their grief. This group will be meeting at Temple Beth El’s Schaefer Family Campus once a week.
For those who have lost someone other than a spouse, life partner or parent; JFS has other groups in the area. Please fill out the form and someone from JFS will get in touch with you.
Two times: 10:00 am and 11:15 am. The leaders of the group will tell you which time has space available when you sign up.
Register

Beth El Circles: Conversational Hebrew Circle Meeting
2026-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | FL
Conversational Hebrew weekly on Zoom at 1:00 pm
Join the Conversational Hebrew Circle to be a part of this meeting on Zoom. The Zoom link to join will be sent to members of the Conversational Hebrew Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Beth El Circles: Canasta Circle Meetup
2026-06-15 13:00 - 15:00 | FL
Are you ready to Meld Match? Let’s ‘find your ally’ to play this rummy like game. Join the fun to play with other members.
*In addition to our experienced/advanced players, we are now welcoming beginners who would like to play during the day. We will have tables grouped by levels. So feel free to join us!
To receive the details, please join the Canasta (Day) Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Beth El Circles: Book Worms Circle Meetup
2026-06-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Is your nose always buried in a book? Share and discuss the books and authors you love with other avid readers. Take your turn at moderating a meeting too!
To receive all the details, please join the Book Worms Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!
