Page BBYO ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE SUPPLEMENT APPLICATION for the B.B.Y.O. ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE Return to Israel Summer Institute, B'nai B'rith Youth Organization, 1129 Vermont Ave.,NW, Washington 5, D.C. Date: Name First Middle Last Address The Optimity of a Liftine Age Date of Birth B Name of Parent Name of B.B.Y.O. Chapter Indicate B.B.Y.O. Experience: Indicate Knowledge of Hebrew and Jewish Background: A Summerin Israel (Knowledge of Hebrew is not required for participation in the Israel Summer Institute) with BBYO Indicate School, activities and standing: (Name of School, Class, Marks, etc.) References (List Two) 1. Name Address Occupation 2. Name Address Occupation (Please enclose $10 registration fee. This fee will be applied to the total cost if your application is accepted. WOOF In cases where application is not accepted, the registration fee will be returned in full. Checks or Money Orders should be made out to Jewish Agency, Inc.-Israel Summer Institute.) Signature of Parent Signature of Applicant: Department of Program & Publications, Bnai Birth Youth Organization, 1129 Vermont Ave,NW, Washington D.C. Page 2 BBYO ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE BBYO ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE Page 7 What You Will Want The Basic Facts To Know About The ELIGIBILITY: All members of the B'nai B'rith reached Girls eligible, and the provided Aleph they Aleph have Zadik Israel Summer Institute are their fifteenth birthday by July 1st, 1956. However, all appli- cations must be approved by the WHAT IS IT? B'nai B'rith Youth Organization staff member in the locality of the A seven week program of stimulating activities in Israel as part of a well planned and A BIRDSEYE VIEW OF ISRAEL'S major port applicant. organized leadership training institute sponsored by the B'nai B'rith Youth Organization in city of Haifa. BBYO Israel Summer Institute par- close cooperation with the Youth Department of the Jewish Agency for Palestine. ticipants will visit Haifa among other key Israeli DATES: cities. The group will leave the United HOW DID IT COME ABOUT? A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE States in late June or July and will The B'nai B'rith Youth Commission formally accepted sponsorship of the B'nai B'rith return to New York City in late By Alan Bisno Youth Organization Israel Summer Institute at its annual meeting held last summer at Camp August or early September. A mini- B'nai B'rith. (Alan Bisno of Memphis, Tenn. participated in the 1955 Israel mum of seven weeks will be spent Summer Institute sponsored by the Jewish Agency.) in Israel itself. The exact dates While the activities will be designed specifically for the B'nai B'rith Youth Organization, "L'shonah haboah b'Yerushalayim"-Next year may we be in Jerusalem. will be anounced shortly. all technical arrangements and program supervision in Israel are being handled by the Youth Many times I had recited the ritual words around the Seder table at Department of the Jewish Agency. The Youth Department has sponsored similar Israel Sum- Passover. Yet, these words never had any real significance for me. Then, the COST: mer Institutes for the past seven years. Its program is operated on a non-profit basis as an B'nai B'rith Youth Organization made it possible for me to visit Eretz Yisrael, educational program and has the full support of the Israel Government. and suddenly I found myself in the land that has been sanctified in the hearts, The total cost per person is only the minds, and the prayers of the Jews for five thousand years. $795.00. This includes: With a group of young people from every corner of America, last summer WHAT IS ITS PURPOSE? 1. Round-trip scheduled airline I sharea the experience of exploring that brave, vibrant young country where transportation between New York The Israel Summer Institute is designed to give BBYO members a thorough and un- our fellow Jews are dedicating their lives in recreating "a land flowing with City and Israel. equalled understanding of Israel, its hopes and problems. Its goal is to provide each partici- milk and honey." pant with new insights and to help him gain an intimate knowledge of the Israeli people and It is impossible to relay the impressions which this trip made upon me. 2. Accomodations and all meals Only through personal observation can one understand the tremendous impact in Israel and while in transit. land. It is hoped that upon their return to the United States, the participants will be able to which Israel has on the young American Jew who visits its shores. 3. The full Institute program in share with their fellow members and friends their experiences and knowledge. Yet. for those of you who will this summer travel the length and breadth Israel - including transportation of Israel, I must confess a deep envy. I envy you the profound educational to various parts of Israel, tuition, WHO WILL SERVE AS GROUP LEADERS? and emotional experience you will have-an experience still vivid in my memory. maintenance, etc. How well I remember splashing in the waters of the Sea of Galilee, The BBYO Institute group will be accompanied on its entire journey by a regular BBYO Not included in the above cost quibbling with Arab traders in Beersheba, admiring the radiant starlit sky staff member. If registration exceeds expectations, additional BBYO staff members will be over Jerusalem. Yes, I even feel nostalgic about the hours of bouncing about in are the following items: assigned to accompany the group. Upon arrival in Israel, the group will be met by additional ancient busses or the painful business of counting my new crop of callouses 1. Passport fee. staff members assigned by the Youth Department of the Jewish Agency. after a day of work in the fields. 2. Excess baggage charges The historic spots I visited, the friendships I formed, the emotional inspira- (forty pounds are allowed WHAT ACTIVITIES WILL MAKE UP THE PROGRAM? tion I received-all these are things which-Israel offers the visitors. And all free). these things are offered within an atmosphere of brotherhood, offered in the While the program for the 1956 Institute has not been worked out in detail as yet, the warm, friendly way in which one Jew greets another. 3. Non-scheduled excursions. general outline is available and appears elsewhere in this pamphlet. Last minute changes are For truly, as Israel extends her arms to another group of visiting American 4. Personal expenses (i.e., bever- inevitable but it is already evident that it would be impossible to duplicate the variety of activ- Jewish youth, the words of greeting she offers could not be more appropriate. ages, laundry, stationery, etc.) ities and visits at this low cost. Many of these programs are possible only because of the As the Israelis say, "Baruchim are they that come. 5. Personal insurance. wholehearted support given to the Institute by the Israeli government and civic leaders. APPLICATIONS: An application form appears on the back page of this pamphlet. Additional copies are available from the Program and Publications Department of the B'nai B'rith Youth Organization, 1129 Vermont JEWISH AGENCY Summer In- Avenue, N.W., Washington 5. D.C. stitute participants look across All applications must be sub- to the Labanon border. The view mitted by April 15. 1956. if the is from Rosh Hanikra on the number of participants must be Mediterranean. This is one of the sights BBYO Institute partici- limited. priority will be given to pants will see this year during applications arriving earliest. their sight seeing. All inquiries for additional in- formation should be sent directly to Daniel Thursz. Assistant Nation- RELAXING ABOARD A MOTOR BOAT on the al Director of Program and Pub- Sea of Galilee is a pleasant way to spend a sum- mer afternoon. BBYO Israel Summer Institute lications, B'nai B'rith Youth Or- participants will get plenty of time for social ac- ganization, 1129. Vermont Avenue, tivities, such as this. N.W., Washington 5, D.C. Page 6 BBYO ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE BBYO ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE Page 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS An Open Letter To Parents REGISTRATION Dear Parents, BBYO members in the United States and Canada, between the ages of 15 and 19 are eligible for enrollment in the Israel Summer Institute. All applicants must submit a notarized state- It is with a great deal of pleasure that the Bnai B'rith Youth Organization is able to announce ment of approval from their parents or guardia n. United States citizens of draft age must ob- its sponsorship of the Israel Summer Institute for 1956. tain clearance from their local draft boards. Early registration is essential, since the number of participants is limited. For several years, the Jewish Agency for Palestine, with whom we are cooperating in this endeavor, has been sponsoring similar programs for Jewish youth from all parts of the world. The Applications must be sent in with 2 photos, 2 letters of reference from community leaders or other responsible persons, and & $10.00 registration fee (included in the overall cost of activities of the Israel Summer Institute are therefore tested and proven. We have the experiences $795.00). Incomplete applications cannot be considered. Approval of the local BBYO Director of the past seven consecutive summers to guide us in our program and activities. is also required. We look upon the Institute as one of the richest opportunities we can offer our young people PAYMENTS during their participation in the B'nai B'rith Youth Organization program. This pilgrimage to Israel is bound to have a great impact on the individual's entire life. It will reinforce his identification Upon notice of acceptance, registrants will be r equired to submit a deposit of $200.00 so that with the Jewish community and his own heritage. It will give meaning to his efforts within BBYO plane and ship accommodations can be reserved in advance. and it will crystallize his convictions and ideals, Full remittance must be received by May 15. Payments made after that date are subject to a $10.00 late fee. Make all checks payable to: E WISH AGENCY, INC. - ISRAEL SUMMER The BBYO Israel Summer Institute will be a maturing experience for your child. He will INSTITUTE. visit a new land and meet a new people with whom he shares a common ancestry. He will hear Hebrew spoken on the streets, in the theaters and in the restaurants. He will make friends with REFUNDS other Jewish teen-agers from England, Holland, South Africa and many other parts of the world. Applicants who withdraw from the Institute up to three weeks before departure will receive He will get to know the Israeli Sabre born and raised in the Promised Land. full refund, except for the $10.00 registration fee. The registration fee will be refunded only to applicants who have not been accepted. No refunds will be made to participants who miss As is stated elsewhere in this brochure, the BBYO Israel Summer Institute will be led by part of the tour or program. a regular member of the BBYO professional staff. The Jewish Agency Youth Department has, in addition, made arrangements to have other TRANSFERABILITY OF TICKETS trained leaders and educators join the BBYO group in Israel. Tickets are not transferable, and cannot be exchanged for reservations at any other date. Since all our transportation is chartered, participants must travel with the group eastbound and Another factor which you might bear in mind is the presence in Israel of strong B'nai B'rith westbound. lodges. The B'nai B'rith leaders in Israel can be expected to give their full assistance to our young- Arrangements can be made for people who are unable to depart on the scheduled date, to join sters and the Institute wherever and whenever the opportunity arises. the group abroad. This can be done only with permission of the BBYO Israel Summer Institute Director. The flight to Israel and the return flight to the United States will be by scheduled, modern airliners. In Israel, all participants in the BBYO Israel Summer Institute will be entitled to "Kupat HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Cholim" services - Israel's complete medical plan which includes preventive care. In addition, a qualified nurse will be attached to the Israel Summer Institute by the Jewish Agency. All participants must be in good health in order to be accepted. A medical certificate is re= quired. Particulars about vaccination and inoculation will be sent to the participants after Kashruth and the Sabbath will be observed during the entire program of the BBYO Israel their acceptance has been confirmed. Summer Institute. RESPONSIBILITY As you can see, the program has been planned in detail to insure adequate care, supervision and safety for your child. The Institute reserves the right to make changes in travel arrangements, tours and program without previous notice. The BBYO Israel Summer Institute is, indeed, the opportunity of a lifetime for your youngster. The Institute and the B'nai B'rith Youth Organization will not be responsible for personal in- The B'nai B'rith Youth Organization jury, or for loss of passengers' baggage. All members are required to abide by the rules and regulations governing the Israel Summer Institute. BBYO ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE BBYO ISRAEL SUMMER INSTITUTE Page 4 Page 5 The Israel Summer Institute Program of Activities At The Beginning B'nai B'rith Projects You will begin your stay in Israel at the Teachers Seminary in Bet Hakerem, Jerusalem. The Seminary will serve as your Special arrangements are being made for all members of base during the first three weeks. You will meet the top gou- the BBYO Israel Summer Institute to visit the various B'nai B'rith ernmental leaders of Israel as well as many authorities in all projects in Israel. You will have the opportunity of seeing at first facets of Israeli life. You will participate in discussion groups hand what the various fund-raising projects, in which AZA and as well as many social activities, including periods devoted to BBG have participated, have accomplished in the Promised Land: Hebrew songs and folk dancing. the Children's Home, the Martyrs' Forest, and the collective You will also have the opportunity to select a study group settlements established by B'nai B'rith. You will see for yourself which will investigate an area of Israeli life of special interest the new industries created by funds made available through the to you. And what is more important, you will see Jerusalem and Israeli Bond Program! begin to understand the life in Israel. PRIME MINISTER DAVID BEN GURION, at right, has an attentive audience as he replies to a question from one of the participants at last year's Jewish Agency Summer Institute. High govern- ment officials are expected to serve as guest lecturers at this year's BBYO Israel Summer Institute. The Kibbutz Period For a period of two weeks, you will temporarily become a "member" of one of Israel's collective settlements. You will live the life of a "kibbutznick" and share in the daily work, meetings and cultural events of the Kibbutz. For a short time, you will be an Israel pioneer. During that time, you will participate in special discussions and in various trips in the area of the Kibbutz. During all stages of the program, you will be accompanied by the Insti- tute leaders and advisors. Tours A HIGH POINT ON ANY TOUR of Israel is an Guided tours are the backbone of the Israel Summer Insti- inspection trip to view captured Arab war equip- NO TOUR OF ISRAEL IS COMPLETE without a ment. Here, last year's Jewish Agency Institute journey through Safad. This is a view of a tute. In order to really know Israel, you must see it for your- participants look over a Syrian tank captured dur- street in the ancient city which never fails to im- self. This opportunity will be given to you as a member of the ing the early days of Israel's War of Independence. press visitors with its modern conveniences. BBYO Institute. You will visit Tel-Aviv, bustling commercial hub of Israel; Haifa, the chief seaport of Israel with its beautiful skyline; fast growing towns such as Nathanya in the heart of the citrus belt; Tiberias on the shores of Lake Kinneret; Beer- Socials sheba, boom-town of the Negev; scores of agricultural settle- Evaluation ments, farms, etc. Many social get-togethers are being planned for the BBYO You will explore the steep, narrow streets of ancient Safad, During your final days in Israel, you will participate in a Israel Summer Institutes. You will meet Israeli teen-agers includ- Acre and Nazareth. You will view antiquities at Ascalon and complete evaluation of the program and the activities of the ing members of BBYO groups in Israel! You will attend recep- Caesaria and you will inspect archaelogical sites at Beth Yerach BBYO Israel Summer Institute. tions planned by community leaders in your honor. You will also and Capernaum. have the opportunity to work closely with Jewish youth leaders The BBYO Israel Summer Institute group will visit the new You will be able to make recommendations not only in from Britain, Canada, Holland, Scandinavia and other European dam and artificial lake at Beth Natufa, a key feature of Israel's terms of the Summer Institute but also in the area of AZA and areas who will be in Israel on programs similar to the BBYO vast national irrigation program. Among the many places to be BBG programming. You will have seen for yourself the miracle Israel Summer Institute. In addition, free time has been included visited are the Knesset, Israel's parliament; the Hebrew Uni- of Israel and your reports and suggestions will form the basis in the program for you to meet relatives, friends and new ac- versity; the world famous Chaim Weizmann Institute; and the for the re-evaluation of the entire BBYO Israel Program. quaintances outside of official functions. Tel-Aviv Museum where the Israel Declaration of Independ- ence was proclaimed. As a member of the Israel Summer Institute, you will travel through the Jerusalem corridor over the famous "Road of Cour- age" and you will descend to the Dead Sea by way of Israel's latest engineering marvel, the road to Sodom. And many, many more exciting trips!