All current programs are virtual. Requirements for the MVP program have changed for Winter 2021.
Please email us to learn more.
MVP
MVP is an access point for tweens and teens (6th & 7th Graders - ages 12-14) who are interested in getting involved in Friendship Circle and being an inclusive friend. MVP is also a engaging and meaningful Bar/Bat Mitzvah Project. The program builds a foundation for understanding and accepting each others differences and how to apply those lessons at school, synagogue, home, and hopefully future Friendship Circle programs.
Program
Through activities, games, and multimedia presentations, MVP participants learn about communication, human development, diagnosis and more. We teach these subjects through special needs advocacy, Jewish values and current events. This dynamic and interactive approach, opens doors to meaningful discussion and personal growth for participants. In addition to the weekday meetings, participants and their parents attend Sunday Circle to get a hands-on experience participating at our programs.
5 Weekday Meetings
- In-Person Orientation - 1.5 hours - At least one parent must attend
- 3 Digital Meetings - 1 hour each - Parents are not required to attend
- In-Person Final Recap Meeting- 1.5 hours - At least one parent must attend
Option of Monday or Tuesday evening meeting will be decided by the families in each session.
3 Sunday Circle Programs
Get a glimpse behind the scenes and join the fun with new friends.
1 parent expected to attend
Location rotates based on session
Impact
“Although I was apprehensive at first to join FC, the more I participated, the more comfortable I felt. FC taught me kindness and respect because I learned … how to embrace other people’s differences.” -Mia, graduate of our MVP program, from the pulpit at her Bat Mitzvah
Sessions
Currently all 2020-2021 MVP Sessions will be virtual. To learn more, click here.