Preparing Your Whole Child for the Summer

With Rabbi Yaakov Chaiton
Director, Chinuch Through Connection

As summer approaches and your child prepares to head off to camp, you may be wondering:
What should I say about what’s ahead?
How much is too much to share?
How do I prepare them without overwhelming them?
And how do I support them through the inevitable bumps and changes along the way?

These are the questions that guided a recent, highly practical and insightful webinar led by Rabbi Yaakov Chaiton, founder of Chinuch Through Connection and head of the Student Support Department at Cheder Chabad of Philadelphia.

Rabbi Chaiton brings a rare perspective, shaped by deep involvement in both hands-on casework and meaningful, personal guidance to students and families. His approach blends a commitment to inner growth with the realities of real-world experience. His style is clear, relatable, and actionable—grounded in the belief that connection is the bedrock of successful parenting and education.

“Thanks for a great, insightful, practical, relatable session tonight! Those of you with kids going to camp: I highly recommend listening to the recording!”
– one father shared after the session

In this webinar, Rabbi Chaiton offers parents a refreshing and empowering take on summer prep.

What You’ll Learn:
• What to say (and what not to say) before camp
• How to help your child feel prepared without feeling pressured
• How to navigate tricky transitions and difficult goodbyes
• What it means to truly support the whole child; including their feelings, fears, and sense of belonging

Whether your child is heading to day camp, overnight camp, or simply shifting into summer mode at home, this session will equip you with the tools to guide them with confidence and clarity.

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