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THRIVING IN A PANDEMIC YEAR
For all of us, this pandemic has presented a variety
of challenges. From educating our children to safely
expanding ones interests and skills- we have navigated
and thrived together. JCC Greater Boston is proudly
providing a variety of programming that meets the
varying needs, wants and interests of all in our
community. Thank you to the thousands of individuals
who have trusted us with their children as we continue
to meet our community where you are.
How
good
it is:
to swim together
KRISTINA VITULLO:
How
good
it is:
“During COVID, the Karashim swim
ly. The ability to safely continue such
to learn together
a beloved activity in the middle of
JAIME SMITH:
a pandemic kept the kids physically
“Our daughter, Mia, had a fantastic
active and me and my husband sane!
experience at the Godine ELC. We were
Before, during and after COVID, the
sad when she graduated in May not
JCC has been and will continue to be
realizing we would be back in the Fall.
a place of warmth and comfort - and
Rather than starting a new school in
that means the world to us.”
Needham for Kindergarten masked in an
team was a saving grace for our fami-
unfamiliar place, she seamlessly started
in the newly formed Kindergarten at
the JCC. As parents, we were relieved to
know that Mia was comfortable and safe
for the transition. Having her continue
at the JCC was a game changer for our
family. The teacher was outstanding and
Mia flourished during what could have
been a very uncertain time. This past
summer, Mia spent several weeks at
Camp Grossman and Camp Kaleidoscope.
Mia’s growth through the programs and
support at JCC was invaluable!”
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