FAQ's
Camp Ashreinu will be opening its doors summer 2025 for girls entering 1st-4th grade with plans to add on a 5th and 6th grade the following summer.
Camp Ashreinu will be located at the beautiful , newly renovated Maayanot High School, located at 1650 Palisade Ave in Teaneck, NJ. Maayanot is situated on a private street on a cul de sac, allowing for privacy and loads of outdoor space. It is conveniently located right off of Queen Anne Road, near all the stores, restaurants, and Rt. 4.
Camp Ashreinu is opening its doors as a sister camp to Camp Acheinu. Camp Ashreinu is dedicated to fostering a wholesome fun, tzanua, warm environment where girls will have ample opportunities to grow and shine. With a thoughtful balance of group and bunk activities, Camp Ashreinu has a vision to nurture every girl’s unique strengths, inspiring her to grow, build confidence, and thrive. Our intent is to service Acheinu families as well as others who are looking for a healthy, wholesome, Torah- oriented girls camp in Bergen County.
The girls have a packed day, with daily activities such as chinuch/learning, sports, arts, drama, swimming, team building activities, dance, and more. There will be a creative energy built into the day that combines ruach, skills, athletics, achdus and loads of fun. Daily swim, a camp wide production, innovative activities and trips are just a few of the amazing components we are planning!
We are accepting wholesome girls from Torah oriented homes. We are limiting enrollment in order to build a warm, intimate environment and develop a connection with each girl. As spots are limited and we are B’H filling up, we recommend you apply as soon as possible in order to secure your spot.
You will need to make an account on CampSite in order to complete an application. The link to create an account can be found on the camp’s website, ashreinudaycamp.com. If you are already a Camp Acheinu parent, you can use your Acheinu login. Once you create an account you will be able to choose registration for Camp Ashreinu. After you submit the application, you will get a confirmation email. Applications take up to two weeks to process. We will be calling a Morah, teacher or principal before accepting each camper, so please be accurate when filling out the application. Failure to provide accurate information will delay your application and can affect acceptance. Your child is accepted after you receive a confirmation email.
After your daughter is accepted, you will need to submit a $350 non-refundable deposit to secure her spot. Payment can be made via Zelle to billing@ashreinudaycamp.com or via credit card or check. If you choose Zelle, you must put your daughter’s first and last name in the subject. To pay by credit card, log into your Parent Dashboard on Campsite and under “Financials” you can pay by credit card. Checks should be made out to Camp Ashreinu and mailed to: A. Pomerantz, PO Box 880113, Boca Raton, Fl 33488. You will also be able to check your balance, as well as submit all forms, on your Parent Dashboard. Tuition must be paid in full by May 28.
Camp is a time when we have the ability to teach our children the importance of dressing modestly while having fun through engaging, fun-filled activities.
Please adhere to the following dress code:
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Skirts must cover the knees
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1st-2nd grade- short sleeves
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3rd -5th grade- sleeves below the elbow
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Sneakers for safety
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Cover-up or swim dress must be worn to and from pool
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Camp Ashreinu will be going on trips to enhance the camp experience. The trips provide opportunities to explore new activities with new and old friends in a safe and fun environment. Our girls can look forward to amazing destinations such as trampoline parks, roller skating, bowling and an amusement park.
Camp Ashrienu is a nut-free camp. That includes peanuts and tree nuts. Please do not send in food whose label says “may contain nuts” as a precaution to those with severe allergies.
We are offering an exclusive one week program ONLY for our girls entering 5th grade! End camp with a bang with a big trip, late night, and so much more! All full summer 5th graders will participate in this exciting week at no extra charge.
The health and safety of our campers is our #1 priority. The Maayanot campus is secluded and secured by an armed guard who guards the campus. Visitors are not allowed to enter the building without the guard’s approval and must receive a visitor’s pass upon entering. Ashreinu will also have a staff who will serve as our nurse. She will be there to wipe tears, clean boo-boos, and handle issues that may arise throughout the day.
Mrs. Rachel Burg will be serving as our Head Counselor. Mrs. Burg has been involved in formal and informal Jewish education for close to three decades in schools, camps, as well as outreach positions. Mrs. Burg taught first grade at RYNJ for sixteen years, served as head counselor and camp mother at Camp Dina, and has been involved in NCSY, Aish HaTorah, the OU and Project Inspire. Mrs. Burg is a true model who exemplifies the values of our camp. With a vision for an exceptional girls' day camp where girls can thrive spiritually and physically, Mrs. Burg is looking forward to bringing this dream to life.
Mrs. Rookie Gross will be serving as the Camp Director. Mrs. Gross has been a leader in Torah day camps for over twenty years, both in CT and NJ. Mrs. Gross’s vision and dedication, coupled with her warm personality and strive for excellence has made her an exemplary leader. Mrs. Gross is passionate about providing an outstanding camp experience in a Torah-dik environment. She is grateful to her current parent body whose trust has enabled her current camp to thrive and succeed and is looking forward to serving the “sisters” of our Acheinu families.Camp Ashreinu will be hiring kind, thoughtful, tzanua high school aged girls who will serve as counselors and junior counselors. Our staff will reflect the inherent values and middos reflected at Camp Ashreinu and will be dedicated to providing a most memorable summer for all campers. Staff applications will be opening late December. Please check back then.
Yes, we will be offering GIRLS ONLY bussing at an additional cost from Fairlawn, Bergenfield, Teaneck, UWS, Riverdale and Washington Heights directly to and from camp. Buses have limited spots so please sign up together with your registration on your Parent Dashboard. Your spot will be reserved after you sign up, submit a $100 transportation deposit and get confirmation Details and pricing can be found on CampSite. Stop locations and times will be sent out via email right before camp.
Yes, we offer hot lunch at an additional cost. Alternatively, you can send in your own bagged lunch from home. Lunch is provided by Kosher Experience four days a week and EJs Pizza once a week. You can sign up for lunch when you register for camp on your Parent Dashboard. An average week includes fleishig twice a week and dairy/pareve three times a week. The lunch menu is emailed out before camp and will be posted on the Parent Dashboard and the camp’s website right before camp. All campers, including those on the lunch program, must bring in a large water bottle (which can be refilled at the water fountains) and ample snacks as we do not provide daily snacks or drinks.
All campers must have the following forms uploaded to Camp Site:
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Updated Immunization Records
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Universal Child Health Record
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Camp Waiver Form (required for enrollment and acceptance into Camp)
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Camper Health Profile (required for enrollment and acceptance into Camp)
The following forms are only required for certain campers:
1. Allergy Action Plan -required if your child has allergies
2. Medication Authorization Form- required if your child will be taking medications during camp hours.
All forms can be found on your Parent Dashboard and must be completed and signed by a pediatrician (when required). No camper is allowed to camp without these forms completed. If you have any questions regarding forms, please email billing@acheinudaycamp.com.
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If you have any questions related to registration or billing, please email Mrs. Pomerantz at billing@ashreinudaycamp.com; If you have any general questions, feel free to email Rachel Burg at rburg@ashreinudaycamp.com. During the summer, all general questions should be directed to our girls’ camp secretary at office@ashreinudaycamp.com or to Mrs. Burg at rburg@ashreinudaycamp.com