Dear Parents of TJJ Bus 1,

We hope this email finds you well. We wanted to provide you with an update on our journey so far and let you know how your children are doing.

The beginning of our trip has been incredibly exciting. TJJ Bus 1 arrived at the airport safely, and our group quickly got organized. Upon arrival, we had a delicious lunch waiting for us, and we had the pleasure of meeting our wonderful Israeli staff. The energy among the participants is fantastic, and we can already tell it’s going to be an incredible adventure.

After gathering on our designated bus, we made a stop at a grocery store to pick up some snacks and supplies.

Last night we travelled to the North. We had an orientation session, and enjoyed a fantastic buffet dinner. To ensure that everyone is well-rested, we encouraged a reasonable bedtime so that they would be energized for the exciting days ahead.

Today, we had the pleasure of visiting the Kinneret, where we worked on our team building skills with the ultimate activity: Build your own raft and race on it! We then had an amazing pizza lunch and went white water rafting on inflatable tubes. 

As we prepare for Shabbat, our group is taking some time to rest, catch up on sleep, and get to know each other better. It’s essential for everyone to have a meaningful and fulfilling experience during the next 25 hours. We have a meticulously planned itinerary, filled with exciting activities and opportunities for personal growth.

We want to express our gratitude for entrusting us with your children’s well-being and educational journey. Rest assured that we have a dedicated and experienced team, working tirelessly to ensure their safety, happiness, and growth throughout the program.

We are eagerly looking forward to the action-packed week ahead, where we will explore more incredible sites, engage in meaningful discussions, and create lifelong memories. We will make sure to keep you updated on our progress and share highlights from our adventures.

Wishing you and your families a peaceful and joyous Shabbat.

Shabbat Shalom,

Yehudis Cagen & Rabbi Fhima 

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