K-12
After School Program
Let your kids disconnect from the school day with friends, activities and homework. The 2024-2025 school year will include add-on activities such as sports, cooking, arts and crafts, science and more.
Playmakers Youth Theatre
Youth and teens of all experience levels participate in shows that help them stretch their imaginations, gain confidence on and off the stage and build lifelong friendships. This community theatre program presents several shows a year.
School’s Out and Vacation Camp
When school is out, The J is in. During our holiday and vacation programs, youth will have active days complete with swimming, arts and crafts, sports, games and even a few special surprises.
Maccabi Games
Join this annual event in North America where teens compete in Olympic-style games. A program of Jewish Community Center (JCC) Association, the games bring together thousands of Jewish teens for several days of competition.
Preston’s H.O.P.E.
This extensive accessible playground park is for children with all levels of abilities and disabilities – providing children with the opportunities to explore, play and learn. It is located on the property of and operated by Mandel JCC.
BBYO
The J houses the Ohio Northern Region of this youth group movement for Jewish teens in grades 8-12. We host the Cleveland Jewish Basketball League and offer special BBYO Teen membership
pricing to our fitness center.
Featured Classes
Camps, K-12
07/07/2025 - 07/28/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/16/2025 - 07/16/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 06/22/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/23/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/22/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 07/21/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/06/2025 - 07/28/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/06/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
09/27/2024 - 09/28/2024
An activity-filled overnight at Camp Wise for those who want a taste of Camp Wise and existing campers.
A fun-filled overnight at Camp Wise for kids currently in grades 2, 3 and 4. Whether you're an existing camper or interested in experiencing a taste of camp, this weekend is guaranteed to be filled with friends, camp activities and Camp Wise-style Shabbat programming. Kids will stay in our Chalutzim village cabins and keep busy with the ropes course, arts and crafts, outdoor cooking, STEM-related activities and a spirit circle. Parent drop-off on Friday is at Camp Wise and the weekend will conclude with pick-up and Havdalah program at Mandel JCC's Beachwood Campus.
Camps, K-12
09/29/2024 - 09/29/2024
It's not too early to think about Summer 2025. Take a tour of Camp Wise, including cabins, ropes course and mo
Are you thinking about registering for Camp Wise Summer 2025 or have recently registered? Come to Chardon for an opportunity to tour the camp and meet our staff. Enjoy hiking our wooded property as we take you to look at the cabins, admire the ropes course, and imagine our lake and pool active with campers.
Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12
09/19/2024 - 09/19/2024
A family challah-making program with a hands-on community service project.
Come to The J after school to make your own challah and participate in a hands-on community service (Chessed) project. Give back to the community and help prepare for shabbat. For children ages 2-10 and their caregivers.
Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12
09/29/2024 - 09/29/2024
A free family Rosh Hashanah celebration.
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with The J! Taste symbolic Rosh Hashanah foods, make your own honey jar, enjoy birthday cake to celebrate the birthday of the world and hear a Rosh Hashanah story. For families with children ages birth to 8 years old.
K-12
08/26/2024 - 06/13/2025
Wind down after school with activities, homework help and friends.
Kids ages K-6 enjoy a variety of activities including basketball and tag in The J's gymnasium, playing games with friends, or creating art projects. It's the perfect place to wind down from the school day, get homework help, and get recharged for family time.
Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12
10/21/2024 - 10/21/2024
A fun family Sukkot celebration with pizza and activities.
Celebrate Sukkot in The J’s sukkah during this family event. Enjoy kosher pizza, crafts and some Sukkot stories. For families with children ages birth to 8 years old.
K-12, Arts and Ideas
09/29/2024 - 01/12/2025
A theatre program for grades K-2. Explore performing arts fundamentals and present a showcase event.
This class-meets-rehearsal model is a perfect introduction to the arts or a great fit for a more seasoned young performer. Explore performing arts fundamentals through improv, enjoying creative movement, learning the ins and outs of storytelling and playing a character. Students will rehearse for a showcase featuring musical numbers and speaking lines for each participant.
K-12, Arts and Ideas
09/19/2024 - 02/10/2025
Audition for Playmakers' Fall/Winter production of Disney's High School Musical on September 19 from 5:30-8:30 pm at The J.
Audition for Playmakers' Fall/Winter production of Disney's High School Musical on September 19 from 5:30-8:30 pm at The J. This smash-hit, based on the beloved Disney Channel Original movie, celebrates teamwork and individuality. High School Musical tells the story of brainiac Gabriella and basketball star Troy who take the stage by storm when they audition for their high school's musical. This fun-filled show will have you dancing in the aisles!
Aquatics, K-12
09/16/2024 - 10/21/2024
An introduction to water skills that help children ages 6-12 feel comfortable in the water.
Children ages 6-12 receive lessons based on a logical, level progression that helps swimmers develop water safety, survival and swimming skills. The class is designed to give participants a positive learning experience while working on strokes, floating and basic water skills.
Aquatics, K-12
09/16/2024 - 10/21/2024
Level 2 swim lessons build upon introductory water skills to help children ages 6-12 succeed with fundamental aquatic skills and strokes.
Children ages 6-12 receive lessons based on a logical, level progression that helps swimmers develop water safety, survival and swimming skills. The class is designed to give participants a positive learning experience while working on fundamental aquatic skills including front crawl and backstrokes, floating and basic water skills.
Aquatics, K-12
09/16/2024 - 10/21/2024
Level 3 swim lessons build upon Level 2 lessons to help children ages 6-12 with stroke development.
Children ages 6-12 receive lessons based on a logical, level progression that helps swimmers develop water safety, survival and swimming skills. Stroke development builds on the skills learned in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deeper water working on rhythmic breathing and adding new strokes after refining front crawl and backstroke.
K-12 Leadership
Jill Sadowsky
Sr. Director of Camping and Youth Services
216-593-6258
Adrionna Powell-Lawrence
Assistant Director of J-Day Camps
216-593-6222
Emma Miller
Playmakers Youth Theatre Director
216-593-6287
Aubree Lieberman
Director of J-Day Camps and Youth Services
216-593-6236