WOODCLIFF LAKE—Valley Chabad’s Teen Leadership Initiative has announced its CTeen leaders for the 2024-2025 scholastic year. These student leaders will guide the program’s events and spearhead community service and social initiatives across the area, fostering connections and a sense of Jewish pride among their peers.
This year’s leaders include Jacob Berin of Upper Saddle River; Todd Merson, Sloane Irizarry, Noah Berger, and Maya Zislin of Woodcliff Lake; Ava Zindel of Saddle River; and Ava Agronovich and Gail Gluck of Montvale. Together, they will collaborate to create impactful programs, including shabbatons, volunteer opportunities, and community-building activities.
Reflecting on her experience, CTeen leader Gluck told Pascack Press, “I would recommend CTeen for other teens because it gives Jewish high schoolers a chance to connect with one another and creates a safe space. I’ve made some of my closest friends through CTeen, whether at shabbatons or events we host. I’m beyond grateful for all the amazing opportunities it has provided.”
Irizarry added, “Some goals I hope to achieve are growing the CTeen community, organizing events teens look forward to, and becoming a role model for younger students—not only within CTeen but beyond as well.”
About the Valley Chabad Teen Leadership Initiative
The Valley Chabad Teen Leadership Initiative empowers teens to engage with their community, build meaningful relationships, and grow as future leaders. Through its programs, participants cultivate a sense of responsibility and Jewish pride while making a positive impact on their communities.
For more information about Valley Chabad or to get involved in upcoming events, visit www.valleychabad.org or call 201-476-0157.