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The Team
Our experienced and passionate Teva Teen Staff are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and fun environment your teens to learn, grow, and make lifelong memories.
Noy Itzikowitz
Noy, a native of Israel, is not only a seasoned senior software developer but also an adept team builder and leader. Alongside his wife, he lives with his family in the serene beauty of the Santa Cruz mountains.
Passionate about sparking innovation and fostering a love for nature in children, Noy dedicates his time to inspiring young minds. His hobbies extend to leading DIY community building projects and crafting challenging zipline and ropes courses alongside his sons, all within the embrace of nature. In his role as a mentor, Noy imparts invaluable skills such as shelter construction and fire-making techniques using friction. Yet, perhaps most importantly, he emphasizes the significance of effective communication and collaboration, ensuring each child emerges with not only practical knowledge but also the ability to thrive in any team
Rabbi Yigal Rosenberg
Rabbi Yigal combines his passion for extreme sports such as surfing, parkour, skateboarding, and snowboarding with deep commitment to Jewish causes. With over 12 years of youth counseling, leading birthright trips to Israel, and teen overnight camps, Rabbi Yigal is excited for an incredible wilderness adventure this summer.
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Rabbi Sholom Nemanov
Rabbi Sholom Nemanov, a beloved teacher at the Cheder of Pleasanton, brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to everything he does. With over a decade of leadership in Jewish camping, he has worked in numerous teen camps across the world—most recently on the East Coast—where his dynamic presence and genuine care left a lasting impact.
A passionate outdoorsman, Rabbi Sholom loves nature and incorporates physical activity and adventure into his programming, helping campers build confidence and connection through outdoor exploration. His warm approach, quick wit, and creative mindset shape a camp environment that’s both joyful and meaningful. Through spirited activities and heartfelt guidance, Rabbi Sholom inspires teens to engage deeply with their heritage while having an unforgettable experience along the way.
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Rabbi Levi Meijers
With over a decade of expertise in overseeing and leading overnight camp adventures, Rabbi Levi is deeply committed to bringing out the fun and humor within Jewish education. He brings boundless energy and a vibrant personality to crafting an engaging camp environment. Through a fusion of his dynamic skills and creative spirit, Rabbi Levi ensures that every moment at camp is not only enjoyable but also intellectually stimulating. His passion lies in infusing joyful Jewish experiences into the camp journey, fostering both fun and meaningful connections with the heritage and traditions.
Rabbi Mendel Liberow
Rabbi Mendel brings a wealth of experience working with teens and leads CTeen Youth programs in both Los Gatos and Morgan Hill. Known for his boundless energy, infectious humor, and captivating storytelling abilities, he's the life of the party around the bonfire!
