2023 Dallas Israel Teen Tour
Deposit Application

October 31, 2022 - Initial application opens. Non-refundable deposit is due with application.

January 10, 2023 - Last day to submit application with a non-refundable $500 deposit. 

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis.

March 1, 2023 all remaining fees must be paid in full. 

Requirements for the application process

• A letter of recommendation by a Federation approved local Rabbi or Cantor. If the teen does not have a relationship with a local clergy, the Federation is happy to make an introduction! 
• An interview with a Federation professional and/or lay leader is required prior to acceptance into the program. Interviews will be scheduled after the letter of recommendation is received. 
• The Dallas Israel Teen Tour is heavily subsidized and made available through generous funders. In addition to the registration fees, each family is expected to make a personally meaningful gift to the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas's annual campaign to support future programs.

All teens will be informed of their final acceptance decision within 30 days from submission of the required letter of recommendation and interview. 

Space on the trip is secured only following that final decision and only so long as fee milestones are maintained.

If a teen is not accepted into the program, the $500 deposit will be refunded.

Interview with a Federation Professional and/or Lay Leader

Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis and only after the letter of recommendation from a rabbi or cantor is received. We recommend you request the letter as soon as you complete your initial deposit and registration. You will be contacted once the letter is received. 

Pre-trip Sessions/Early Learning Requirements

Each teen is required to complete 18 nekudot (points) to remain eligible for the subsidized pricing and to participate in the trip. All nekudot (points) must be completed by June 1. There are three ways teens will earn their nekudot: in-person sessions (6 nekudot), Zoom conversations with Israeli teens (6 nekudot), and virtual sessions (6 nekudot).

Mandatory In-Person Dates (subject to change):

~ January 22, 2023 (2 nekudot)

~ April 2, 2023 (2 nekudot)

~ May 7, 2023 (2 nekudot)

Zoom Conversations with Israeli Teens

Each Dallas teen will be paired with an Israeli teen for six 30-minute Zoom conversations. February 5 is the initial Zoom conversation. The following five conversations can be done at a mutually agreed upon time. (6 nekudot for participating in all 6 Zoom sessions).

Virtual Sessions (6 nekudot) to be completed at the teen's convenience by June 1, 2023. 

Any missed in-person sessions will have a makeup assignment. Virtual sessions may be completed at the teen's convenience provided they are completed before the June 1, 2023 deadline.

Cancellation Policy

If a participant cancels at any point, they agree to pay the full unsubsidized cost of any non-refundable expenses already incurred on their behalf. This includes flights, land costs and all other program costs. We highly recommend that you purchase the suggested Travel Insurance. More information about the travel insurance will be provided at a later date. 

Please provide your teen's contact information, not the parent's information. This is how we will communicate with your teen.

Passports must be valid through at least January 18, 2024.

A letter of recommendation from a local rabbi or cantor is required to be considered for the program. If the teen does not have a relationship with a local rabbi or cantor, the Federation will assist you.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas/ Dallas Israel Teen Tour will provide

• All materials needed for the program.
• Travel to/ from Israel, ground arrangements in Israel, and 3 meals per day in Israel.
• All food provided to the participants by the Federation at programs in Dallas and in Israel will be kosher.

By signing this document, I agree to attend and participate in:

1. All pre and post trip sessions and programs, either virtual or in-person. If a teen cannot attend a session, please inform the Federation staff as soon as possible. A make-up session or assignment will be determined based on circumstance.

2. A 3-week Israel experience including all events, programs, and activities while in Israel.

In addition, I agree:

3. To be in possession of a valid passport whose expiration date extends for at least 6 months from date of our departure from Israel, July 17, 2023 (passport must be valid through January 18, 2024).

4. Share learning and experiences with other Dallas Teens and the Dallas Jewish community.

5. Abide by all procedures and instructions issued by the Federation and program administrators. A code of conduct must be agreed to and signed by all teens and parents upon acceptance into the program.

6. That my teen’s name can be included in press releases issued by The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas, and that this information, as well as his/her photograph or other likeness, may be used in Federation publications, on the Federation’s website and in any Federation video or audio materials.

7. Agree to pay the cost of any non-refundable expenses already incurred on my teen’s behalf should I cancel participation in the Dallas Israel Teen Tour or if my teen is removed from the program for violating the code of conduct.

A non-refundable deposit of $500 is due upon completion of this form. If your teen is not accepted into the program, your deposit will be refunded.