
JPLinks serves as a vital extension of the core Jewish Parent Academy experience, providing additional community-based and extracurricular programming that deepens engagement beyond the classroom. This initiative includes a diverse array of activities such as lectures, Shabbat celebrations, and volunteer opportunities designed to foster authentic connections within the local Russian-speaking Jewish community. By establishing strategic partnerships with local synagogues, JCCs, and federations, JPLinks helps participants integrate into the broader American Jewish landscape while maintaining a focus on authentic leadership and engagement on their own terms. The program is funded through a combination of participant fees and contributions from local organizing committees, ensuring that each event remains accessible and relevant to the specific needs of the cohort.
