The Young Israel of Oceanside is proud to host an energetic and mutli-faceted youth program. We cater to the needs of all of our youngsters whether they are in pre-school, college or anywhere in between.

Shabbat Programs

On a weekly basis the Youth Department runs programs on both Shabbot morning, during Davening, and in the afternoon.

During the morning groups, our preschoolers enjoy all of the toys, books and games our “Nursery Room” has to offer. Of course they also enjoy delicious snacks.

We have groups geared for elementary school boys and girls where they Daven, play games and discuss the weekly Parsha.

Our Youth Minyan is absolutely first-rate. Organized & run by the kids themselves, the Minyan serves those in 6th grade and above. The Davening is beautiful and so is the weekly Kiddush that follows.

On Shabbat afternoon we reassemble for a 1 hour program. The pre-schoolers again meet in their own room while the older children enjoy our Youth Lounge/Game Room, outdoor playground or beautiful lawn. We follow up the hour with a 15 minute round of snacks (we seem to do plenty of eating at all of our programs).

Around the Year

Throughout the year our children are quite busy with many entertaining programs. Purim Carnivals, Chanukah Blasts, Shavuos Night Barbecues, Great Adventure Trips & Chol Hamoed Sukkos Fishing Excursions are among the many events that we run annually. Of course, sometimes, we just flop on the Youth Lounge Couches and play video games!

NCSY

We are proud to host an extremely active NCSY Chapter here in the Shul, both on the Jr. level (6-8 grade) and the Sr. level (9-12 grade). On a monthly basis we hold Ongei Shabbos in member’s homes, Weekday Ice Cream & Inspiration learning sessions (a quick trip to Carvel followed by a Schmooze about a relevant Jewish Teen topic) and exciting events such as: Create a Commercial Contest, Murder Mystery Night, Ceramics Painting, trips (to name a few) and BARBECUES GALORE!