A message from the new Assistant Director:

Hello, my name is Jenn Reiss and I am the new Assistant Director for Camp Galil. I am very excited to join such a wonderful community! I am looking forward to working with all the prospective and current families in order to make their children's summer the best it could possible be. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions and/or concerns you may have. I can't wait to get to know each and every one of you!
Here's a little about me:

Current Location: Yardley, Pennsylvania

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I received my Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Temple University. I completed my internship through Jewish Family and Children's Service in Princeton, NJ focusing on community involvement as an Assistant Case Manager and an Advisor for two teen programs. Throughout my college years I had the wonderful opportunity to substitute teach at Abrams Hebrew Academy, my alma mater.  While in high school I was an active member of NCSY and held the title of Vice President of Communications my senior year. I am very excited to be continuing my efforts in the Jewish community with this position.

Tell us about your family: I grew up in a very large family consisting of 5 children. I am the youngest and also the only girl... It was a very loud and fun house to grow up in! Since my family owns their own businesses, I spent much of my teenage years working in my father's clothing stores. 

Why did you want to become the Assistant Director: From the moment I saw the job posting, I knew this was the perfect opportunity for me. I love working with parents and families and providing people with positive experiences. Also, I have always been an active member of the Jewish community, so what better way to continue my efforts than working within the community. Sending your children to camp is an important decision that many parents struggle with. I want to be able to work with these parents so that they feel very confident and excited about sending their children to Camp Galil. 

What's your favorite...

Book: To Kill a Mockingbird
Holiday: Passover
Music: I am a big fan of the band Passion Pit, but truly enjoy all music.
Food: I love falafel and shawarma.
Ice Cream Flavor: Mint Chocolate Chip, YUM!

Fun Fact: As a child, I was a dancer and figure skater.
Are you going to jump off the zip line this summer: Absolutely! I am looking forward to it!
If you could meet anyone alive or dead, who would you choose: Larry David
If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would you go: While I've already been there twice, I'd love to make my way back to Israel!