Children & Youth

Dance Director, Carlee Sachs-Krook

Carlee Sachs-Krook moves fluidly between the roles of dance educator and scholar. An ecletic groover with a background in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, creative dance, and Pilates, she holds a BFA in Dance from Sam Houston State University and an MA in American Dance Studies from Florida State University as well as Balanced Body Pilates certification. She has taught various dance styles to children and adults for over ten years across studio, community, and collegiate settings. Grounding in culturally reflexive and student-centered approaches to learning, she strives to nuture her students' curiosity, sense of play, and creativity. Her teaching practice guides her research interests, which lie at the intersection of dance, pedagogy, popular culture, and social justice. Her research appears in the textbook Dance and US Popular Culture edited by Dr. Jennifer Atkins and The Dancer Citizen.

Dance Schedule and Information

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Registration FAQ

For more information, please contact Nicolle at nicolledv@jccnh.org. For registration questions, contact Barbara Zalesch at (203) 387-2424 x250 or barbaraz@jccnh.org.

Summer After Camp at the J (Ages: 4-15)

Mon-Fri | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

The Sports and Recreation department will run an After Camp program to extend the camp day! The perfect opportunity for campers who want to spend more time with friends, are looking to participate in afternoon activities, and to help parents who need care after 4:00pm. Families can register for any days needed and activities will last as late as 6:00pm. Activities will include outdoor play, water games, crafts, GAGA, free swim (Fridays) and many more pre-planned activities fun for all ages.

Transportation will be provided by staff from JCC Day Camps to 4:00pm classes for Dance, Karate and Swim Lessons.

Please note: After Camp is only open to JCC Day Camps campers.

Questions? Contact Kelly Dinapoli at kellyd@jccnh.org

Vacation Camp

Mon-Fri | August 19-23 | 9 AM - 4 PM

Join us for an incredible time! Whether it’s for a day or the entire week, we have a range of activities including arts and crafts, swimming, and much more! Our fantastic program is open to grades K-6. Be sure to bring all the essentials, including sneakers, a bathing suit, a towel, goggles, lunch, snacks, and a water bottle.

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Extended Day at the J

Mon-Fri | Coming this fall | 3:30 - 5:30 PM

Extended Day at the J for grades K through 8 is coming this fall! This program will run Monday through Friday, 3:30-5:30 PM for $30 per day, or $35 for drop ins. No transportation is provided. Activities include arts and crafts, games, outdoor play, playground, swimming, and more!

Contact Kelly with questions at kellyd@jccnh.org.

PJ Library

PJ Library is a national Jewish family engagement program that mails free, high-quality Jewish children’s literature and music to families on a monthly basis.

Greater New Haven’s PJ Library program is open to any Jewish children from ages 6 months to 8 years old. PJ Library and the JCC Family Center also offer family programs & events including author readings, story times, holiday celebrations, and Shabbat Friends - a weekly cooking series for children and their caretakers.

Kids and parents can expect to receive their books within six to eight weeks. Sign up online or contact Kayla Bisbee, Director of Jewish Family Engagement, at kbisbee@jewishnewhaven.org.