Youth Groups
Our youth groups are an important part of our educational program at Congregation Beth Shalom. Youth groups provide an opportunity for socialization within a Jewish context. Youth Group Membership is included in Religious School and Prozdor for grades 2nd-7th. We offer four youth groups based on grade. Youth group membership is required to participate in any youth group event.
Matanot – For youth grades 2nd and 3rd. This group holds one event per month. Events include activities such as Shabbat dinners, a Chocolate Seder, and mini-golf.
Chaverim – For youth grades 4th and 5th. This group holds one event per month. Events include improv, laser tag, board games, ice cream parties, and volunteering.
Kadima – For youth grades 6th-8th. This group holds 1-2 events per month. Post B’nai Mitzvah students may also attend the monthly USY Youth Minyan. Events include Masterchef Jewnior, Israeli Movie Nights, and Kadima only Shabbat dinners.
USY (United Synagogue Youth) – For youth grades 9th-12th. Regular events for this group include a monthly youth minyan, board meetings, at least 1 social programs a month, and other social and religious events. Popular events include: Into the Night, Havdallah, Movie Nights, and more! Follow our USY Chapter, Seattle Nimratz, on Instagram.
Registration & Fees
Register online on Shulcloud to participate in our 2025-2026 youth groups!
Click here for detailed registration instructions!
*Note that non-members will need to contact Beth Shalom to have an account created for them before they will be able to register.
Beth Shalom Youth Groups require a yearly registration and membership fee. Here are the prices for each of the youth groups for the 2025-2026 school year.
|
Youth Group |
Standard Membership Fee (for CBS members) |
Unsubsidized Rate (for nonmembers) |
|
Matanot (2nd & 3rd Grade) |
$60 |
$75 |
|
Chaverim (4th & 5th Grade) |
$60 |
$75 |
|
Kadima (6th-8th Grade) |
$70 |
$85 |
|
USY (9th-12th Grade) |
$125 |
$160 |
For overall youth department questions, please contact Rachel Wachtel, Director of Education by email.
Meet Joy Keren, 2025-2026 USY and Kadima Advisor!
We’re excited to welcome Joy as our new youth group advisor! Originally from Israel, Joy brings a deep passion for our Jewish community, Hebrew language, and cultural connection. They’ve worked extensively with youth as a mentor, educator, and creative program leader, and are excited to build meaningful, joyful experiences for both Kadima and USY. Joy currently teaches in our religious school, tutors Hebrew, and is a small business owner. With a background in learning and development and experience organizing large community gatherings, Joy looks forward to creating spaces where our teens can feel a strong sense of belonging, pride, and have fun. In her free time, Joy loves to cook Shabbat dinners, make art, dance, and play with her cat Queenie who proudly rules the house. You can contact joy at youthadvisor@bethshalomseattle.org.