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American Jewish Society for Service
Location: United States
Program Description:
At AJSS, participants will join with other high school students from across the country, living and working together. Over a six-week period, our campers help construct housing for low income families and working with local community agencies. Campers experience hands on physical labor, building “community” as they perform the mitzvah of Tikkun Olam. Earn 100+ HS service hours.
Overall rating:
Average: 5 (1 vote)
Host:
Qualifications: Rising 11th and 12th Graders
Program Dates / Length: 6 weeks; June 27 - August 6, 2010
Housing: Provided in the host community; group lives together
Cost / Availability of Financial Aid: Cost for 2010: $3,200, plus airfare. Financial assistance is available.
Credit Awarded:
Mailing Address:
Rena Convissor, Executive Director
American Jewish Society for Service
10319 Westlake Drive, Suite 193
Bethesda, MD 20817
Phone: 301.767.3930
E-mail: info@ajss.org
Website: www.ajss.org
Reviews:
"Our son’s AJSS summer was a life-changing experience....he really looks at the world differently now.
He loved the work and all things surrounding it. The American Jewish Society for Service has been running these trips for over 50 years, and it truly shows. From the way the introductions are handled on a pre-trip conference call, to the way the participants are given day-to-day responsibility for planning meals, weekends and daily activities...it all really works, and SO well! Professionally run, excellent staff and group dynamics – a wonderful summer experience!
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Parent, 2008