Ramah

“Ramah” is a Hebrew word meaning “high place” or “height.” You can count on the Camp Ramah experience to take you to new heights socially, spiritually and professionally!

Shlichim

“Shlichim” is a Hebrew word meaning “emissary” or “messenger.” Every Ramah camp is enriched by the participation of a group of Shlichim, (also known as the “Mishlachat” or “delegation”) from Israel, who share their love for Israel with campers and staff throughout the summer. The Shlichim are staff and are typically all ages and are involved in every aspect of camp educational and administrative activities, thus imbuing the entire camp with the spirit of Israel. In addition, the Shlichim typically reinforce the daily use of Hebrew throughout all aspects of camp and also organize special activities to foster the Ramah community’s close personal relationship with Israel.

Tikvah

“Tikvah” is a Hebrew word meaning “hope.” At Ramah, the Tikvah Program is a camping program for Jewish children and teens with special needs, learning problems and social difficulties. Tikvah provides an overnight summer camp experience that integrates Judaism with traditional camp activities. The Tikvah Program emphasizes social development and Jewish learning through individualized experiences and inclusion in general camp programs as much as is possible. Four Ramah camps – Wisconsin, New England, California and Canada – maintain Tikvah Programs, while New England and California also have Vocational Education programs where older teens with special needs not only experience camp activities, but work at camp as staff members and learn life skills.