Contact info
REGIONAL CONTACT:
Zoe Cole – NFTY Southern Interim Regional Mentor
Email Zoe
REGIONAL BOARD:
Ellie Z., President
Mira K., Programming VP
Lilly P., Social Action VP
Yael F., Religious and Cultural VP
Charles V., North Membership VP
Mason G., South Membership VP
Sydney A., Communications VP
NFTY Southern Fall Conclave
Calling all 9th-12th graders in the Deep South and beyond for a fun-filled weekend in Little Rock November 15-17! This teen-powered retreat will include engaging programming, celebration of Shabbat and opportunities to build community with other Jewish teens. Early bird registration opens September 30 and will remain open until November 1. The weekend is open to all Jewish teenagers currently in 9th-12th grade.
TRAVEL INFORMATION, REGISTRATION, SCHOLARSHIP AND FAQS, COST, PAYMENT AND SCHOLARSHIP
Early Bird registration opens on September 30 for $245 per teen. After October 15, this increases to $275 per teen. Registration closes on November 1. Upon registration, your card will be charged the full event cost. You will need your health insurance information for registration. Families are expected to first seek scholarship from their local communities, including synagogues and federations. Your synagogue’s Youth Professional(s) or Executive Director should be able to help you. Please reach out to Zoe Cole if you are seeking scholarship for the event by emailing here. After seeking and receiving scholarship information from your community, you can apply for additional scholarship by reaching out to Zoe Cole.
Travel Parameters
All participants should arrive in Little Rock between 4:30-5PM
If your teen needs to fly to the event, please reach out to Zoe for information on flight parameters. All participants must leave Little Rock at 9:30 AM on Sunday.
Please note that travel to and from Little Rock is not included in the registration fee.
Teens may not drive themselves to and from the event. All drivers must be adults 21 and up.
Other FAQs
What is NFTY? What is Fall Conclave?
All 9th-12th graders are welcome to attend this teen-powered weekend. Fall Conclave is full of exciting programs, meaningful tefillah experiences, and NFTY/camp activities, all led and planned by teens. All are welcome, whether you are a first-timer or returning NFTYite.
NFTY is a movement that builds strong, welcoming, inspired communities through teen-powered engagement. Together, we pursue tikkun olam (repairing the world), personal growth, youth empowerment, and deep connections, all rooted in Reform Judaism. What makes NFTY different than other youth organizations are our 13 Principles. When you register, the teen and parent both agree to these ideals. NFTY events maintain high expectations of being a caring and safe community. To this end, each participant and parent will sign off on the NFTY Brit K’hilah, our code of conduct.
Who plans the weekend?
The Temple B’nai Israel teen youth group, LaFTY has been working hard all semester to plan our Fall Conclave. The NFTY Southern Regional Board is supporting LaFTY during this event. We are so excited to empower our local TYG’s and help host this event.
What should teens pack?
We will provide a packing list in our pre-event email sent a week before Fall Conclave. In general, clothing should be casual. In November, the weather in Little Rock can be chilly, so plan to pack some warmer clothing!
What does health and safety look like for the weekend?
The health and safety of our teens is our number one priority. We will have a nurse on site throughout the weekend in case teens need anything. Additionally, we will be collecting medication for the weekend. We will send out more detailed information prior to the event.
We will have security on site for the weekend. Additionally, we have a strong relationship with our local law enforcement in case of any emergency.
Are all meals provided for the weekend?
Yes, all meals are included and meet dietary needs. Please specify dietary needs on the registration form.
My question isn’t here. Who should I reach out to?
Please email Zoe Cole.
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