Dear NCSY TJJ Lion Pride,

We are so excited that TJJ 2017 is finally underway!!!

It was amazing meeting those parents that came to the airport to see us off, we really appreciated your well wishes and we miss you already!! Be sure to look out for many more updates like this to hear about the amazing time we are having on TJJ!

Following our arrival in Ben Gurion Airport we were met by our Israeli Tour Guides and a scrumptious dinner. We began our very first bus ride by travelling to Jerusalem, the political capital of Israel and spiritual capital of the Jewish Nation. Following dinner and a program orientation we are turning in for the night so that we can be ready to tackle the rest of the summer refreshed and energized!

If you need to reach me in Israel you can email me at strassmanc@jsu.org or call me at 050-709-1041.

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We look forward to an amazing day tomorrow at Ir David, the City of David, and an Archaeological Dig from the temple era where we can discover ancient artifacts!

Best,
Rabbi Chaim

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