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For specific departments, please click on the categories below to see our current remote and in-person programming. All in-person programs comply with government guidelines and safety regulations. Please continue to check back, as this page will be updated as programs are added throughout the fall.

Membership & Fitness

​Fitness
We are excited to announce that our Fitness Center has reopened. Learn more here!
We are also continuing to offer pop-up outdoor group exercise classes for Active Members, including hikes and mind-body classes. Sign up here.

Indoor Pool
We are excited to announce that our indoor pool has reopened. Click here for more information.

Sports & Aquatics

​Core 24 Basketball Academy
Through programs for kids at all skill levels, from Pre-K through high school, our goal is to help our players build character, develop their skills, and have fun! Check out our winter programs here!
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Gymnastics
We are so excited to welcome our gymnasts back for another amazing season! Our gymnastics program, which takes place at the Avis/South Shore Building, has various options for children ages 4-17, at all skill levels. We offer classes on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Register here!
 
Aquatics
Private swim lessons for children and adults are available in the indoor pool.

• Beginning at the current level of the children working towards independent swimming skills or stroke improvement.
• Scheduled by appointment only.
• This class is designed for one-on-one instruction.

Fee $35 member/$50 non-member per 30 minutes
Register here!

Lifeguard Certification Courses
Want to learn skills that will help you save lives? Become a certified lifeguard! Pre-registration is required and you must attend all classes. Must be 15 years old.

Stay tuned for upcoming dates!
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Prerequisite Swims:

• Swim 300 yards continuously
• Tread water without using arms (hands in armpits) for 2 minutes
• Swim 20 yards, surface dive, retrieve object, swim 20 yards with object and exit water within 1 minute, 40 seconds

If swims are not passed, a refund will be issued minus $25 administration fee.
Fee: $300 Members/ $400 Non-members (fee includes pocket mask and certifications)

​Lifeguard Re-Certification Courses
Stay tuned for upcoming classes!

• ​The purpose of this course is to help participants achieve recertification in Lifeguard Training without having to take the full content course. This review course includes First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Includes Lifeguarding Skills As Well As CPR/AED For The Professional Rescuer And Healthcare Providers And First Aid- 2 Year Certification.​

Fee: $160 M $185 NM
CPR Only Fee: $75M $95 NM

For more information, contact Justine Bergen, Director of Aquatics, at 718.475.5215 or jbergen@sijcc.com

Tennis
​Tennis Fall/Winter Session:
September 12 - December 19 (no classes November 14 & 28)

• Ages 6-17
• 9am-12pm

Full session: $300 members/$360 non-members 
Drop-in class: $30 members/$35 non-members 
Register here. 

Private tennis lessons are $75 per hour for members and $85 for non-members and take place at Bernikow JCC. 
For any questions, please call 718.475.5200 x1301 or email tennis@sijcc.com


Krav Maga Upcoming Session
Sunday Session: 13 weeks 
September 19 - December 19 (no class 11/28)
10am - 11am: Women Only
11am - 12pm: Men Only 
Members: $325 / Non-Members: $390

Wednesday Session: 11 weeks
October 6 - November 24 (no class 11/24)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Co-ed
Members: $330 / Non-Members: $385

​Drop in class rate:  

• $35 for a Sunday/1-hour class
• $40 for a Wednesday/1 ½-hour class

Discounts:

• 10% off a 2nd person
• 15% off a family of 3 or more​​

To register, email Jill Gottlieb at jgottlieb@sijcc.com

Soccer
Stay tuned for upcoming programs!

​Register here. 

Early Childhood Education & First Foot Forward

​At the JCC’s Early Childhood Center, our programs are sensitive to each child’s unique talents and strengths. We pride ourselves in creating fun, hands-on learning opportunities for all. We are dedicated to providing children with a strong educational foundation. Our thematic curriculum allows children to discover and grow in loving, nurturing and engaging environments. All programs are staffed with caring and experienced professionals. Our teachers are certified by the State Education Department of New York and we are licensed by the Department of Health’s Bureau of Day Care.

3-K and Pre-K For All
​The JCC is proud to partner with the NYC Department of Education to offer FREE 3-K and Pre-K For All. 3-K For All and Pre-K For All is offered at all four of our locations. We offer flexible scheduling and small class sizes.

Early Childhood Education is offered at four convenient locations:
• Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC, 1466 Manor Road, 718.475.5230
• Nancy and Ronald Avis/South Shore JCC, 1297 Arthur Kill Road, 718.475.5224
• Aberlin/North Shore JCC, 485 Victory Boulevard, 718.475.5290
• JCC/Berman Early Childhood Education Center, 2221 Richmond Avenue, 718.475.5100
For more information, click here.

Daycare
The JCC offers daycare for children ages 3 months-2.9 years. Daycare is currently running from 7am-4pm at our Bernikow location.

First Foot Forward
The JCC has over 30 years of experience serving preschool children with special needs! First Foot Forward is dedicated to assisting children 2.5 to 5 years old with developmental needs. Our individualized curriculum allows children to reach their full potential in a warm, nurturing environment. New York City and State fund First Foot Forward programming. First Foot Forward is available at our Bernikow, Avis/South Shore, and Berman locations.

First Foot Forward specializes in helping children with:
• Speech/Language Delays
• Socialization Concerns
• Developmental Delays
• Poor Motor Skills
• Sensory Needs
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
For more information, click here.

Youth & Camp

​Learning Bridges
​Learning Bridges is a free program providing childcare to children enrolled in NYC Public Schools for parents who need to return to work. The program is administered by DYCD. As part of the program, the JCC will be working with feeder schools to serve children in grades K-8. All of the students in the JCC program must come from the feeder schools that DYCD approves. DYCD will determine which children are accepted into the Learning Bridges program based on a predetermined set of criteria and will contact parents directly with an offer letter outlining next steps.

​Explorers After School Program
Our program is offered at the Bernikow and Avis/South Shore Buildings from 3:30-7:00pm. Activities include homework help, sports, STEAM projects, and more!
For more information, contact:
Avis/South Shore: Sara Doyle at SDoyle@sijcc.com
Bernikow: Lucy Kamil at LKamil@sijcc.com 

Music

For over 50 years, the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute has been sharing the love of music with Staten Islanders. We offer group and private lessons for children and adults. ​All music classes are currently being held virtually.
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For more information on our music programs, contact Ela Seeley at ESeeley@sijcc.com.

Music Together

• Parents and children will learn basic music skills and create special memories while making music together!

Sundays or Tuesdays, starting 10/5 
9 week session, 10 - 10:45am, at the Bernikow JCC 
Infant - 5 years old
Members: $215 / Non-Members: $225

Music Adventures with Ms. Bo

• Explore music through song, movement, and instrumental play along! 

10 week session starting 10/4 - free demo 9/19
Mondays, 3:30 - 4:30pm at the Bernikow JCC 
Ages 3-5
Members: $120 / Non-Members: $160

Groovy Music Time

• Enjoy music and movement with a certified Music Therapist able to engage children with emotional and cognitive needs! Focus on motor skills and language areas! Parent participation is required.

10 week session starting 10/4
Mondays, 2:30 - 3:30pm at the Bernikow JCC
Ages 3-5
Members: $225 / Non-Members: $280

Drama Adventures

• Bring a fairytale to life with theater games, songs, and stories! This class introduces children to stage presence and self-expression in a fun and supportive environment.

10 week session starting 10/5 - free demo 9/19
Ages 3-5 - 3:30 - 4:30pm
Ages 5-7 - 4:30 - 5:30pm
Members: $120 / Non-Members: $160

Dance and Play Improv

• Learn dance techniques and choreography, express yourself through dance, and connect with friends!

10 week session starting 10/6 - free demo 9/19
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:30pm at the Bernikow JCC
Ages 3-5
Members: $120 / Non-Members: $160 

​Harmony Road

• A parent-child music experience focusing on the development of the whole child alongside keyboard readiness. 

15 week session starting 10/12 - free demo 10/5
Bernikow JCC 
Music in Me: Ages 3-4, 4pm
Harmony Road: Ages 4.5-6, 5pm
Young Musician: Ages 6-7, 6pm
Members: $245 / Non-Members: $290

Music with Mr. Ray, Presented by the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute and JCC Day Camp
Sunday, October 3, 11am-12pm
Bernikow JCC Lawn

• Join us for a FREE music performance for children and families by Mr. Ray! Mr. Ray sings original songs with positive messages about kindness, respect, and social-emotional awareness.

Register here. 

​Suzuki Violin

• Learn to play violin using the Suzuki Method! With active parent participation, children learn by listening & imitating, as all children are innately musical.

Ages 3-6 (Parent participation required)
Sundays, 11am, 45 minutes 
Bernikow JCC
4-week FREE Demo Course: 10/3 - 10/24
Following 4-week demo, 10-week session begins 11/7
Members: $120 / Non-Members: $160 


Music Experiences
Mondays and Thursdays at 5pm - Zoom link follows your registration

• Join a certified Music Therapist in a virtual session to sing, play, and express your inner musicality. This class is for ages 6-20.

​This program is approved to accept funding through Medicaid Waiver. Register here.​​

​Harmony Club
The Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute is accepting highly motivated music students in grades 9-12 to participate in a FREE comprehensive course of study. “Harmony Club” students receive private lessons and ensemble classes throughout the 2020-21 school year. In addition, students participate in master classes, and solo and group recitals. Students accepted to the program are required to fully participate in lessons and workshops and to represent the program through public performances. To apply, please email your 1-2 min performance audition to Ela Seeley, Music Institute Director, at eseeley@sijcc.com. This program is made possible through a grant from UJA-Federation of New York.

Instrumental Lessons
In addition to our ongoing virtual music lessons, we are also excited to begin offering in-person private music lessons! All lessons will adhere to government guidelines and regulations. We will take all the necessary precautions to ensure our students' and faculty members' safety. Learn more here! 

Scholarship Auditions
We are currently holding scholarship auditions for the 2020-2021 school year! If your child is ages 12-18 and has some prior music training, please email a 1-2 min video of your performance (to include a scale and musical selections) to Ela Seeley, Music Institute Director, at eseeley@sijcc.com. 
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Private Lessons
Private lessons may be 30, 45 or 60 minutes.  Private lessons are available in:

• Bassoon
• Violin
• Cello
• Clarinet
• Flute
• French horn
• Guitar
• Oboe
• Percussion
• Piano
• Saxophone
• Trumpet
• Recorder
• Trombone
• Tuba
• Voice

Cultural Arts

Check out our virtual special events below!

​​​​The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…An Inter-Traditional Dialogue Between the Chinese and Jewish Traditions: How Is It Possible and What Is It About?
Thursday, October 7, 2pm

• Join scholar Ping Zhang 张平 as he builds a dialogue between the Chinese and Jewish traditions! Ping Zhang is the first Chinese scholar to become a tenured professor in Israel and the first scholar to introduce Rabbinic classics into the Chinese world. 

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here.
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The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Yiddish Theatre Series featuring Motl Didner, Associate Artistic Director of the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene
Tuesdays, October 12 & October 19, 7pm

• On October 12, Motl Didner, Associate Artistic Director of the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, will present a virtual lecture on the history of Yiddish theatre.
• On October 19, Motl joins us again to moderate a virtual panel discussion featuring three actors from a variety of National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene productions who will share their experiences with us.​

Tickets are $12 per program or $20 for both programs. Register here.

The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Dialogues on Diversity: The Black-Jew Dialogues
Thursday, October 14, 7:30pm
Teen Lounge, Bernikow JCC

• Join us for The Black-Jew Dialogues, presented by Dialogues on Diversity! This provocative two-actor comedy explores the absurdity of prejudice and racism to teach audience members how to engage in cross-generational and cross-cultural dialogue. The performance combines fast-paced sketches, improvisations, puppets, and a game show, followed by a conversation moderated by Amy Posner, Executive Director of Hillel at CSI. The goal of the Black-Jew Dialogues is to promote open and respectful conversation among our audience members about their differences. This program is presented in collaboration with Hillel at CSI.

Donations are suggested. Register here.​

The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Jews of Color Count with Ginna Green
Wednesday, October 27, 6pm

• Join Ginna Green, a Fellow of the Kogod Research Center at the Shalom Hartman Institute of America, as she shares her vision of a vibrant, equitable, multiracial Jewish community. 

​​Donations are suggested. Register here.
Join us on Zoom.
Meeting ID: 830 1347 1824
Passcode: 8tKzjW​

The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Opera for Music Lovers with Lou Barrella
​Mondays, 12:45-2pm 
President's Room, Bernikow JCC

• October 25: A Trip to Operatic Italy: During the summer of 2009, Lou Barrella made a long awaited trip to Italy.  In addition to visiting some main cities, he went to the places important in the lives of Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini. This presentation is a pictorial souvenir of that trip accompanied by appropriate operatic music by these two great composers celebrating these beautiful locations.  It is not, however, just a typical “travelogue” but a marriage of pictures and appropriate music for each location.   Sharing this experience should bring back wonderful memories for those who already have been to these places and a yearning to visit them for all those who desire to travel there………Buon viaggio a tutti!
• November 22: Serenades in Opera, Ballet, Film & Song: A Serenade is a piece of music performed at night to a lady from below her balcony by a lover.  Sometimes these presumed tranquil moments can create a conflict: the essence of operatic situations. This presentation will survey some of these wonderful pieces that convey lyric beauty, dramatic encounter and humorous entanglement.   
• January 24: Singing Without Words: The sound of a singing human voice can bring much pleasure; and when one is expressing words that have special or dramatic meaning, one’s experience can be greatly enhanced. There are times, however, when a specific text ends and the singer continues on with “la, la, las” or other non-verbal sounds.  This presentation will explore those operatic moments when words stop and non-words continue vocalizing that’s pleasurable!
• February 21: Exploring Similar Dramatic Scenes in Film & Opera: This program will allow participants to experience the operatic enhancement of dramatic scenes that tell a similar, if not same story.  In the process, one will gain an appreciation of the opera composer’s genius, as he adds the wonderful dimension of very appropriate music to the drama at hand.  Comparative scenes will be presented from:
  • Zefferilli’s Film, Bernstein’s West Side Story & Gounod’s “Romeo& Juliet”
  • ​Camille with Greta Garbo & Verdi’s “La Traviata”
  • A Tale of Two Cities & Giordano’s “Andrea Chenier”
  • The Odd Couple & Verdi’s “Rigoletto”
• March 14: Operatic Women of Character, Determination & Independence: This DVD presentation will focus on strong and spirited women, who can also be spontaneous, stubborn or even silly; however, in the realm of opera, one must suspend reality at times for the greater purpose of strong musical interpretations.  Great composers cause us to believe in and support their heroines, the causes they endorse and the actions they take.  Ultimately (and usually because of great music) we understand them, sympathize with them and deeply admire them!  Today we’ll glimpse into the lives of Azucena, Carmen, Liú, Tatiana and Marie, the Daughter of the Regiment; and listen to the great music of Bizet, Donizetti, Puccini, Tchaikovsky and Verdi. “You’ve gotta love these gals”!

$15 per lecture / $55 for the series. Coffee and pastries included. Register here.

The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Building Peace and Dialogue between Jews and Muslims with Dr. Mehnaz Afridi
Thursday, November 4, 7pm
Bernikow JCC Social Hall

• Join us for a lecture by Dr. Mehnaz Afridi focusing on building peace between Jews and Muslims. Dr. Afridi will discuss the need for empathy in the Muslim community on the topic of the Holocaust, and the “racialization” of Jews and Muslims. She will also talk about the implications of colonialism and how it has fostered animosity between these groups. Born in Karachi, Pakistan, raised in Europe and the Middle East, Dr. Afridi brings with her a multicultural perspective. 

Sponsored by the Wagner College Holocaust Center. Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Register here.

The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…From Crisis to Opportunity: A Conversation with Roei Ben-Tolila
Sunday, November 7, 12pm

• Join us as former IDF officer Roei Ben-Tolila shares his incredible life story. Paralyzed in combat, Roei inspires others to turn crises into opportunities, and represents the secret of Israeli resistance: "One for all, all for one."

Donations are suggested. Register here.
Join us on Zoom here
Meeting ID: 974 2869 8948
Passcode:  JCC

​​The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Virtual Tour: From the Days of the Temple to the Talmud
Beginning Tuesday, November 9; See dates below
11am-12pm EST
Explore Israel without leaving home! Join us for a 5-day virtual tour with tour guide Dani Margolis.

• Day 1, Tuesday, November 9: We’ll start off with Caesarea, the wonderful sea port built by King Herod the Great, the man who rebuilt the last Temple 2000 years ago.
• Day 2, Wednesday, November 10: Next, we'll visit Beit She'arim, or “the house of gates,” a Jewish catacomb and the second most important burial site outside of Jerusalem in ancient days. This is a fascinating Mishnaic site.
• Day 3, Thursday, November 11: On our third tour, we'll visit Tzipori, once the capital of Galilee. An important city in a wonderful location, Tzipori was also the seat of the Sanhedrin and mentioned many times in Talmudic texts. Here, you will find amazing mosaics including a fantastic synagogue.
• Day 4, Monday, November 15: Our tour picks up again on Monday with a trip to the mountain of Arbel overlooking the Sea of Galilee and the city of Tiberias. This will afford us some great views of the area and, while not an ancient city, we can get a real feel of the area which was so important in ancient times. The tour includes the hot springs of Tiberias around which one of the 4 holy cities later developed.
• Day 5, Tuesday, November 16: To end our week of touring, we move to the Golan to the city of Gamla, which featured in the writings of Josephus Flavius. A powerful battle took place here and the break in the walls is still visible. This tour includes another great ancient synagogue.

Fee: $15 per day or $60 for the entire week. Register here. 

​​​The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…The Roots of Bluegrass (And the Routes to Bluegrass): A Concert of Traditional Bluegrass Music
Sunday, November 14, 2pm
Bernikow JCC Social Hall

• Join the Grassland Band for a FREE performance of traditional bluegrass music! Bluegrass music, which developed in the Appalachian region, is inspired by the music settlers brough with them from England, Scotland, and Ireland. It is infused with the nuances of the music of their African American neighbors. 

This project is made possible (in part) by a DCA Art Fund Grant from Staten Island Arts, with public funding from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs. Register here.

The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…The Middle Ages: Mining for New Stories From the Old with Peter Whitehouse
Tuesdays, November 23 - December 28, 10am
Bernikow JCC Media Room 

• Join Peter Whitehouse for a 6-part lecture series that surveys the Middle Ages, prospecting this rich period of history for overlooked bits of gold! Topics will include:
  • The Inquisition and Mystics
  • The Burgos Cathedral Ambulatory
  • The Virgin’s Assumption
  •  Peculiar German Art
  •  The Children’s Crusade
  •  The Cathedral of St. Apollinare

Tickets are $12 per lecture or $60 for the series. Register here.

The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Cultural Passport: Jewish St. Petersburg with Tanya Lvova
Wednesday, December 1, 2pm

• How did the Jewish community in St. Petersburg become one of the world's richest and most vibrant communities in the 19th and 20th centuries, in spite of obstacles and restrictions faced by Jews in the Russian Empire? Join us for a virtual tour of Jewish St. Petersburg to learn about this outstanding community, including magnificent architectural examples like the St. Petersburg Synagogue. Led by St. Petersburg native Tanya Lvova, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the city without leaving home!

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.

​​​The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…The Pope, the Jews, and the Relations Between the Church and the Jewish People
Mondays, December 6 and December 13, 7pm

• Join Joe Delaney for a two-part virtual lecture series on the history of the relationship between the Catholic Church and the Jewish people. The first part will cover the sad history of this relationship from the Early Middle Ages through the Holocaust and postwar period. The second lecture discusses efforts by modern day popes to improve and maintain constructive and positive relationships

Tickets are $10 per lecture or $18 for both lectures. Register here.

​​The Dr. Esther Grushkin CENTER for ARTS + CULTURE Presents…Jews of Africa: Focus on Nigeria with Bonita Sussman
Tuesday, November 16, 7pm
Social Hall, Bernikow JCC

• Join us a for a FREE community program! Bonita Sussman will discuss the Jewish community in Africa, with a special focus on Nigeria.

Donations are suggested. Register here.​
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Book Club:
All Book Club meetings take place at 12:30pm. 
September 23: Treasure Seekers by Roberta Seret

Department for People with DIsabilities

At the JCC, we specialize in helping those with disabilities. We provide developmental, social, and recreational opportunities for a wide spectrum of individuals, beginning at age three and ranging through adulthood. Our staff’s mission is to provide opportunities for participants to improve social skills, which enhance their overall well-being. Staff are professionals working to provide stimulating experiences for our participants. We also provide inclusion programs to allow people with disabilities to participate in many of our programs outside of the department.

Day Habilitation
Our Day Habilitation Without Walls Program for Young Adults offers social, recreational, and vocational activities at the JCC as well as in collaboration with our partner organizations. This program is currently operating in-person at the Bernikow Building.
Our program maintains a strong emphasis on community inclusion. We engage our participants in opportunities to be healthy, social, and active members of the community with a maximum degree of independence. Our ulti­mate goal for our participants is to establish the groundwork for optimal success in achieving their highest potential as they transition into adult­hood.  ​​

Senior Services

CLLD Virtual Classes
Our Center for Lifelong Development is offering an array of educational, fitness, and cultural classes throughout the fall. Click here to learn more.

Social Services for Seniors
The JCC provides comprehensive screenings for benefits and entitlements that can help older adults save time and money and improve their quality of life. Assistance with the following is provided at no cost and by appointment only:
• Food Pantry & Benefits
• Legal Issues
• Health Insurance
• Budgeting/Financial Counseling
• Medical Referrals
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
For more information, please contact Amelia Winter, Director of Senior Centers, at 718.475.5238 or awinter@sijcc.com

Family Solutions to Memory Loss
The JCC offers specialized programs for Memory Loss. We have a compassionate, caring, trained, and qualified staff that is CPR/AED certified. We offer a low ratio of staff to participants to assist with participant engagement, meal preparation, and reinforcement of daily life skills. Our programs are currently operating remotely, except where noted. Family Solutions to Memory Loss programs are funded in part by grants from the New York State Department of Health and New York City Dept. for the Aging.

Rosemary's Place*
An Early Stage Memory Center
Monday-Thursday, 10am-3pm
Rosemary’s Place is the only program on Staten Island specifically geared for individuals recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease/related dementias.
*Funded by the Richmond County Savings Foundation in honor of Rosemary Manzulli.​
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My Place
Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm 
Our one-of-a-kind program for individuals with mild or mid-stage Alzheimer’s Disease/related dementias.

Caregivers Support Center
Our Caregiver Support Center offers services and support to individuals who are providing care to a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease/related dementia. All services are remote, with the exception of in-person support services.

For more information, contact Toniann Bertonazzi at tbertonazzi@sijcc.com.
Learn more about our memory loss programs here.

Social & Community Services

Social Services - COVID-19 Connect to Recovery
We’re here to help! The JCC is here to connect you to emergency services during this difficult time, either through JCC programs or referrals to partner agencies. All services are free and available remotely (with the exception of food services). ​For more information, contact Carolyn at COVID19@sijcc.com or 718.475.5264
Learn more about all our services here

Health Insurance
The JCC is committed to helping people in our community find affordable health insurance. We help over 4,000 people get health insurance annually. You do not have to be a JCC member to take advantage of these services.
We are currently operating remotely. Our CHIPS Staff are trained Navigators, certified through the New York State Department of Health. They assist individuals and families in enrolling into public health insurance programs (Medicaid, Child Health Plus and Essential Plan) as well as in Qualified Health Plans through the New York State of Health Marketplace.
The multi-lingual Navigator staff can assist people under the age of 65 with eligibility, enrollment, plan selection and health literacy. We speak English, Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, Yiddish, Korean, and Romanian.
Services are available at various locations with weekend hours offered. There is no cost to enroll, although premiums and co-pays may apply, depending upon program.                                                      
All services are free and confidential!
Please contact 718.981.1400 for more information.
For those over age 65, please contact Amelia Winter at 718.475.5238 or awinter@sijcc.com

Adult Education
Our Adult Education Programs are free and available in multiple locations around the Island. Enrollment is limited, and registration is ongoing. Programs are currently taking place virtually.
​To register, call 718.508.3895.

HSE/ABE Program
This program is for those 18 years of age or older who wish to prepare for the GED/TASC Exam. Classes provide students with the skills and knowledge needed  to take TASC Exam  in order to receive their High School Equivalency diploma. Registration is ongoing. In addition, we will help all eligible students schedule their TASC Examination at available local testing centers in Staten Island and Brooklyn. 

ESL Program
​The English as a Second Language Program offers classes to help adults to improve their English language skills. Day, evening, and Saturday classes are offered throughout the year. Instruction focuses on improving reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. The goal of the program is for students to improve their English language skills in order to better communicate with others and participate in community activities.

Resource Navigation
​The JCC's team of Resource Navigators works as part of New York City's Test + Trace Unit, helping provide assistance to those impacted by COVID-19.

Community-Based Youth Programs

All programs are running both in-person and remotely. These programs are funded by the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD).

Cornerstone Community Centers
Our three community centers are the Gerard Carter Center, Cornerstone Todt Hill, and Cornerstone Richmond Terrace. These centers provide year-round out of school time activities for youth ages 5-21 and programs for adults 22+, including seniors. Our innovative community model promotes a healthy lifestyle and social engagement for both youth and adults. 
For more information, email Debra Fredrick at dfredrick@sijcc.com
​Learn more here.

​School-Based Programs
Beacon Programs
The JCC Beacon program serves the community on the North and South Shores of Staten Island, at I.S. 49 and Tottenville High School, respectively. The after school program for middle school and high school students offers a wide variety of essential services to school-age children as well as their parents and the community. The mission of the Beacon program is to provide activities that are not generally available during the school day. The Beacon program also works closely with each principal to support their ongoing academic needs. Regularly scheduled after school, evening, Saturday, and summer camp programs include academic help (STEM based), social services, recreational, leadership development, nutritional enhancements, music, dance, art, and drama. There is a registration process for enrollment into the JCC Beacon programs with applications available at each site.  
For more information on Beacon at I.S. 49, contact Joii Bobian at jbobian@sijcc.com.
For more information on Beacon at Tottenville High School, contact Cliff Bloom at 718.605.3033.

SONYC Program at Eagle Academy
​The JCC SONYC program serves the young scholars of Eagle Academy in the Berta Dreyfus Campus. The mission of the SONYC program is to serve middle school participants with opportunities during after school time that will allow them to develop leadership skills while strengthening their academic progress through various project-based activities such as STEM, cooking, leadership development, entrepreneurship, and recreational activities.
For more information, contact Demar Manradgh at 718.727.6201.
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Adolescent Literacy at I.S. 49
Our JCC Adolescent Literacy program provides services to students who need individualized and focused academic support. Students learn such things as communication, public speaking, reading and writing of literary works, as well as exploring literacy components through leadership. To enroll in the program, applications can be submitted to the Beacon or main school office.
For more information, contact Joii Bobian at jbobian@sijcc.com.

COMPASS at P.S. 65
The JCC COMPASS program provides after school programming for elementary aged children in the north shore area. Similar to the JCC Beacon program, the program complements the school day by offering academics, socialization, recreation, and the arts. Parents and the surrounding community are also provided with opportunities to support the efforts of the program by civic engagement events that bring the community together. To enroll in the COMPASS program, applications can be submitted to the COMPASS office at PS 65. 
For more information, contact Seth Kaplan at 347.466.4407.

COMPASS Explore at P.S. 65
Compass Explore is an educational theatre program, “Building Self-Esteem”, funded by NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD) and housed in PS65. This innovative theatrical journey celebrates cultural diversity for self-esteem development and personal exploration. Activities are guided by the NYS Learning Standards for the Arts and connected to PS65’s ELA/SS curriculum maps. This extraordinary curriculum consists of classroom-based activities and 2 theatre performances in which students write, build sets, design costumes, and perform for multiple audiences.  This program meets after school on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the academic year.
For more information, contact Linda Springer at ​lspringer@sijcc.com.