For kids in grades 6-8. For local events, our Shaare Torah Kadima chapter includes 6th and 7th graders. For regional events, Kadima includes 6th-8th graders. Kadima is the United Synagogue of Conservative Judiasm youth program for individuals in grades 6-8. The purpose of Kadima membership is to involve Jewish pre-teens in a meaningful relationship with Judaism in an environment that is religious, educational and social. Through Kadima membership, young people can find their identity as Jews. Kadima encourages young people to pursue their Jewish education which leads to the performance of mitzvot and strengthens involvement in the social needs of the community. Kadima provides the setting for social, athletic, and recreational activities within the atmosphere of a Jewish way of life.

We have the following Kadima programs planned for this year: