If you look closely, you knew that there was a difference in “life on the street” in Israel this past week. The youngsters in Girls Town Jerusalem certainly felt it, even though Jerusalem was relatively quiet. There is a horribly disconcerting feeling knowing that the Islamic Jihad (PIJ)’s threats that they have missiles that can reach Tel Aviv are more than just threats. Even on Shabbat night, once the "cease-fire" began, there were still missiles that fell near Beer Sheva

Following many good ideas for the Israeli version of STEM curriculum (Science, Technology, and Engineering & Math), a group of youngsters from Girls Town Jerusalem accepted a STEM Marshmallow and Toothpick Challenge. Presented with basic concepts of structure, stability, and sustainability, the girls had to figure out the best way to plan and present their marshmallow creations. Actually, the Challenge provided the girls with the opportunity to collaborate with their fellow

You could never tell from looking at them but Arnie and Sue Garelick have been devoted friends of BL-GTJ for close to FOUR decades!!! They love for life, fun, and music is what their AMAZING sound system is bringing to the dormitory. What is this new sound system all about? The system’s procenter is equipped with the most advanced drivers including a 1” Tweeter, two 4.5” mid/woofer and two 4.5” bass Radiators. All that adds up to exceptional sound reproduction, even at the h

With the advent of Daylight Savings Time in Israel last week, the student in BL - Girls Town Jerusalem began a new project which all are very excited about. The early advent of evening creates the perfect background for this 12-week program. Partnering with one of the local academic seminaries, volunteers are giving a series of interactive sessions highlighting making choices leading to life-satisfaction. Life satisfaction is a positive concept that affects short- and long-