Seriously Connected

This summer, we were delighted to provide families with an opportunity for their children to connect both in-person and virtually via Camp Kef.

The unique, in-person experience created a sense of summer “normalcy” and routine during a time that was anything but normal! We are proud to report that Camp Kef On Campus ran very smoothly, with students social-distancing, wearing face coverings, washing hands many times per day and following the same protocols we will have in place when students return to campus for learning. We were so impressed by our students, especially our youngest campers, who followed protocols with diligence and grace. It was amazing to see campers in action, and both parents and students have 27.

expressed their gratitude. A surprise inperson inspection by the Los Angeles County Department of Health yielded a glowing report. Camp Kef met and surpassed all health and safety requirements set forth by the County. We truly knocked it out of the park! A special “thank you” to our incredible Camp Kef On Campus team, led by Rabbi Avi Taff and Art Specialist Lisa Suman, who paved the way for such a successful experience, and to Orit Rappaport, VBS’ Operations and Facilities Manager and Pandemic Response Coordinator, whose insight and assistance were invaluable.

In addition to Camp Kef On Campus, we also held a six week virtual Camp Kef-Connected. Over 115 campers had a well-rounded, enriching and FUN experience cooking, coding,

reading, doing yoga, singing, crafting, baking challah and more! This virtual program would not have been possible without our innovative Camp Kef-Connected leadership team (also led by Rabbi Avi Taff), as well as guest instructors.

Thank you to the VBSDS Board of Trustees and the many generous donors who made the vision for virtual camp a reality. Because of overwhelming community support, we were able to offer the virtual camp experience free of charge to all VBS families. The sessions were thoughtful, creative and helped children maintain a sense of connection to their friends and to VBSDS throughout the summer.