After much deliberation, Chabad House has concluded that Camp Gan Israel of Highland Park will be undergoing a number of changes in the future. We are seeking new quarters to house the camp which will allow for enhanced and additional programming. As we have not been able to accomplish the goal of acquiring a new site, we will not operate our camp for Summer 2023. We will continue our search and look forward to being of service to you and your family in the Summer of 2024. Until a new director is hired, there is no one monitoring or responding to the camp emails. All questions can be forwarded to Chabad House - 732-296-1800 or office@chabadnj.org.
Welcome to Camp Gan Israel Highland Park NJ!
Camp Gan Israel Highland Park is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. Camp Gan Israel HP enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities. Many a child has been known to wait all year to come back to Gan Israel! Camp Gan Israel Highland Park has the following divisions:
1. Mini Gan for boys and girls ages 3-5 (toilet trained)
2. Day Camp for boys and girls entering grade 1-3
3. Pioneers for boys and girls entering grade 4-7
Hours: Camp is from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Friday, camp ends at 3:00 pm.
Camp Calendar 2022:
Campers enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a warm and vivacious atmosphere. Camp Gan Israel Highland Park is like dozens of specialty camps all rolled into one. Sports. Rovers Soccer. Gaga. Leagues. Art. Dance. Swimming. Drama. Guitar. Magic. Mad Science. Gymnastics. Electives. Prize Store. Cake Decorating.
You name it, we’ve got it. We enjoy a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter for exciting ideas and activities. We work hard each year to incorporate innovative ideas, creative programs, and brand new activities to make Camp Gan Israel Highland Park the absolute BEST summer program available anywhere!
Learning Curriculum 2022:
Campers receive daily shiur lessons from our very own camp Rabbi! This summer, our goal is for campers to understand that in order for the world to exist, Torah, Avodah and Gemilus Chassadim are required. Each day, campers will learn a Torah thought on Torah, Avodah and Gemilus Chassadim. An essential part of the learning program is a constant concern and recognition of our camper's middos. Take a look at the image below to view the themes that will be covered.
Lunch Menu 2022
- Camp Gan Israel provides snacks twice a day and hot lunch that is included with the camp tuition.
- Snacks will consist of a grain and fruit both in the morning and afternoon.
- If your child does not like the camp lunch or has dietary need, please bring food from home.
- We are NOT a nut free facility. All nuts are permitted.
- Plain pasta is available daily for children that do not like the camp hot lunch.
Our Facility:
Camp Gan Israel takes place at Rutgers Chabad - 170 College Ave. in New Brunswick.
Our secure facility includes full safety measures that include video cameras throughout the facility.
Rates & Dates 2022:
Camp will not be opening for Summer 2023.
Camp will begin on Tuesday, June 28 and will run for 8 weeks until Friday, August 19. There is no camp on July 4 and Tisha B'Av fast day.
Rates: The camp rate includes all camp programming, hot lunch, healthy snacks twice a day, all camp supplies, a camp t-shirt and trips.
Please note that there will be no extensions on rates to any of the deadlines. Once any bunk fills up, we do not accept any more campers for that group.
Open House & Reunion 2022
- Wear your camp shirt with pride!
- Extreme Laser Tag
- Bounce House
- Arts & Crafts
- Light Refreshments
At camp: 170 College Ave. New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Click here to RSVP for the Open House & Reunion
Early/After Care 2022
Parents are required to sign up by June 1. Daily drop offs will not be permitted.
- Early care 8:30-9:00: $10 per week, $80 for the summer
- Early care 8:00-9:00: $20 per week, $160 for the summer (a minimum of 5 full time campers are required for this option to be available.)
- Aftercare: 4:00-5:00: $20 per week, $160 for the summer. There is no aftercare on Friday.
ACA Accreditation
Camp Gan Israel Highland Park is licensed by both the NJ Dept of Health and the ACA Accreditation.
ACA Accreditation means that your child’s camp cares enough to undergo a thorough peer review of its operation — from staff qualifications and training to emergency management.
American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies to assure that current practices at your child’s camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. Camps and ACA form a partnership that promotes growth and fun in an environment committed to safety. ACA Accreditation is voluntary and ACA accreditation assures families that camps have made the commitment to a safe, nurturing environment for their children. ACA goes beyond basic requirements for health, cleanliness, and food service into specific areas of programming, including camp staff from director through counselors, emergency management plans, health care, and management. ACA applies separate standards for activities such as the pool and trips.
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