Josh (and Ira Korshin) here — and we’re thrilled to invite your middle and high schoolers to ONE LAST JMC (Jewish MIddle School Community) gathering before summer break!

Whether your child has come to every event, just one, or none yet — this one’s for everyone! And yes, friends are always welcome — the more, the merrier, so pass along this news!

✨ Here’s the Scoop:

🗓 Date: Sunday, May 4
⏰ Time: 2:00 – 3:15 PM
📍 Location: Congregation Beth Ahabah

🎶 Why You Don’t Want to Miss It:

This final celebration brings everyone together for both some high-energy, some meaningful vibes:
🎧 Israeli pop & music hits to dance, vibe, and talk
🎲 Fun games & contests that spark laughter and connection
🤗 Meet Tal and special Israeli guests for a meaningful conversation and Q&A
🍫 Delicious Israeli snacks (don’t worry parents — we’ve got some healthy options too!)

We’ll reflect, bond, and celebrate our amazing JMC crew — old and new!

👋 Special Invite to High Schoolers:

High schoolers — we’d love for you to join us as mentors and bridges for our rising 8th and 9th graders. Bring your stories! Whether you're involved in BBYO, JSU, NCSY, StandWithUs, Friendship Circle or something else — we want to hear about it! Got flyers or upcoming event info? Bring it along!

💬 RSVP & Questions:
Please RSVP to Ira (call or text 804-317-1323 or reply to this email). We’d love to know who’s coming!

BONUS: 🌟 Make It a Double Feature!
Stick around after JMC for the RVA Walk for Israel 🇮🇱 — same location, starts right after! Bring the whole family and spread the love. (Details in the link.)

From all of us behind the scenes —

Thank you for being part of this journey. Our community is stronger together. 💙
With gratitude,
Josh 7th, Sarah 8th, Ira (parent ambassador), and the JMC Team

WITH SPECIAL THANKS to Rabbi Sherry for her guidance, our dear friends like Robyn Galpern, Arielle Sherman, and Yemini family for hosting, and all the kids who stepped up - writing articles, setting up art stations, reaching out to include friends all along the way! Let's not forget our sponsors: the Jewish Community Federation of RVA (and the stars of people behind it!) & Or Atid, who's folks generously helped us launch JMC in the beginning and support its' success throughout the year! We’ll circle back soon iwth all who joined us to close the loop properly (and gather feedback, to make it even better), but hey — breifly had to give credit where it's due. We have people who have our back through the winding road of figuring out all the details, on the way to building something new and thriving!