Tag: tradition
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The Story We Tell Together
March 31, 2026
As we prepare to gather around our Seder tables for Passover, I find myself reflecting on what makes this holiday such a defining Jewish communal experience. Across generations and levels of observance, we come together each year with family and friends to tell the same story. Side by side we sit, asking questions, singing, and […]
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Calm the Camp Jitters
March 25, 2026
Preparing for your child’s first summer at Camp Ramah Darom can be both exciting and a bit nerve-wracking. To help ease those first-time jitters, we’ve compiled a list of resources and tips designed to ensure both you and your camper feel confident and ready for the adventure ahead. From connecting with other families through our […]
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5 Packing Tips from Pros
March 22, 2026
This was originally posted many moons ago, but I thought it could be useful for all the first-time camper parents. In addition to all the info below, we also have an online store where you can purchase almost everything on your packing list and fill your camper’s duffle with Ramah Darom logowear. Check it out […]
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Camp Packing Tips!
March 19, 2026
Summer will be here before you know it, excitement is building and there are at least a few items still on your “need to purchase” list. We are here to help. From logowear to packing list items, we’ve got you covered. For more packing advice, check out 5 Packing Tips from Pros, and let us […]
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A Sense of Belonging
February 6, 2026
Jewish Disabilities and Inclusion Month feels like the right time to share what Tikvah Support at Camp Ramah Darom has meant to our family. The Tikvah Support Program didn’t just ensure success at Camp for our neurodivergent son. It helped him thrive in all aspects of his life. Camp Ramah Darom created an environment where […]
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Planting for the Next Generation
February 2, 2026
Today we celebrate Tu B’Shvat, the birthday of the trees. As Ramah Darom marks its 30th year, I have been thinking about a story that feels timely. An ancient scholar, Honi the Circle Maker, was once walking through the woods when he saw a woman planting a carob tree sapling. Knowing that a carob tree […]
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Values That Carry Through
January 23, 2026
One of my greatest joys is seeing our campers and their families throughout the year. As we count down the days until summer (134 days to go!), we relish the opportunities to be together in our campers’ home communities. Just over a week ago, we saw many of our Atlanta families for Havdallah. With nearly […]
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Reflections on Winter Family Camp at Ramah Darom
January 6, 2026
We’re five days into our first Winter Break Family Camp at Ramah Darom, with one full day still to go, and I can already say with complete certainty: this will not be our last escape to this special place. Usually, Aaron and I spend school breaks lamenting about how exhausting they can be and counting […]
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Alumni Spotlight: Or Moshe (Tzevet ’22)
December 9, 2025
Or Moshe was a member of the 2022 Mishlachat delegation at Ramah Darom. When Israel was attacked on October 7, 2023, Or knew she had to do something to help. Or joined the International Department at the Hostage and Missing Families Forum to take part in the essential work of bringing all of the hostages home. […]
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Giving Thanks for Our Ramah Darom Community
November 26, 2025
As we approach Thanksgiving, I have been reflecting on how closely the holiday’s themes mirror the spirit of Ramah Darom. Gratitude, community, reflection, growth, and of course, the joy of gathering over delicious food—these are not just Thanksgiving traditions; they are woven into the fabric of Ramah Darom. Pirkei Avot teaches, “Eizehu ashir? Ha-sameach b’chelko”—“Who […]