JET Holds Teen Awards Night

On Wednesday, May 27, nearly 100 Jewish teens and their families attended the third annual Jewish Experiences for Teens (JET) Teen Awards night. These teens came from all over Columbus, and represented over 10 different Jewish teen organizations. The evening began with the attendants enjoying a kosher Chinese dinner, followed by presentations from local youth directors.

"It was wonderful to see all of the teens together," said Samara Chodosh, JET director. "Youth directors shared awards that individuals and chapters have received on a national level, and it is clear what great Jewish teen leaders Columbus has."

Pictured, left to right, are: Stuart and Marilyn Cole, and recipients of this year's David and Irene Cole Essay Contest, Esther Benatar, Hali Nacdimen, and Leah Finkleman.

JET Announces Scholarship Winners

Also during the JET Teen Awards Night, winners of the teen essay contest were announced. Teens were invited to answer the question "What does being a Jewish Teen mean to me?" The winners were selected by the JET parent committee.

The essay winners were: First, Samantha Levy; Second, Mimi Wilhelm; Third, Miriam Geiger; and Fourth, Julie Ecker. Geiger also won first place in the artwork category. All teens received a cash prize.

To read Levy's winning essay, click here.

For More Info...

For more information about JET, contact JET Director Samara Chodosh at (614) 559-6255.