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JCC OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY
Expands Access to High-Quality Early Childhood Education, Including Addition of Sensory Room

(January 22, 2025) – The Jewish Community Center of the Lehigh Valley (JCC) is excited to announce the completion of its newly remodeled and expanded classrooms, marking a significant step forward in enhancing early childhood education. The expansion includes an additional classroom, an updated Media Center, an outdoor pavilion, and the creation of a Sensory Room which is designed to support a diverse range of learning and neurodivergent needs. With these additions, the JCC will be able to serve 20% more children in the upcoming school year, offering greater access to top-tier early education for families in the region.

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CAMP JCC
Only Lehigh Valley Summer Camp to Earn ACA Accreditation Status

ALLENTOWN, PA – The American Camp Association® (ACA) announced today that Camp JCC at the Jewish Community Center of the Lehigh Valley has received ACA-Accredited® Camp status. Camp JCC is the only camp in the Lehigh Valley to currently hold this status.

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On Rosh Hashanah, we often wish others l’shana tovah u’metukah - a good and sweet new year. Good and sweet, what wonderful adjectives. Even the youngest among us can understand these concepts, and in fact, they must be among the first adjectives that enter a child’s vocabulary. And despite their simplicity, they continue to be something more»

The JCC of the Lehigh Valley’s Youth Basketball program offers kids a chance to play, grow, and learn in a safe and fun environment. We emphasize skill-building and character development, ensuring that sportsmanship and fair play are balanced with healthy competition. The 2024-2025 season kicks off in mid-November with practices, and games beginning more»

The JSeals Swim Team is diving back into action for another incredible season. Like the Olympic athletes who inspire us with their dedication, teamwork, and passion, our JSeals swimmers are ready to make waves in the pool. With the season fast approaching, it’s time to sharpen our strokes, strengthen our kicks, and focus on what makes this team truly more»

The job of an ECE Director is filled with day-to-day responsibilities and challenges. My job is about to get a little easier as we welcome Karli Miller to our ECE family! Karli has accepted the position of Early Childhood Administrator. They will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of our Early Childhood department and will play an active role more»

Friendship Circle is back welcoming senior adults to our regular social gathering that offers special programming to entertain, educate, and engage. From musical performances and guest speakers to hands-on activities and demonstrations, each meeting provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with others in the community. A vegetarian meal is also provided more»

This summer, the JCC welcomed the Friends of Israel Scouts Tzofim Friendship Caravan for a special end-of-summer program made possible by the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley. The Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan, which is comprised of 10 young men and women, spends each summer travelling across North America to bring a message of hope and peace for more»