The I-Team

The I-Team

DKJA Rosenblatt High School seeks to be a platform for a broad base of Jewish students, to deepen their connection, their understanding and commitment to Israel.  This is achieved by creating an engaged community of students that are gaining Jewish experiences and leadership opportunities while learning about and advocating for Israel in ways that interest the students.  We create a holistic synergy between the local and national stakeholders, including lay leaders and strategic pro-Israel partners and our student body.

This all takes place under the umbrella of the I-Team Fellowship a club of committed students dedicated to the Israel American relationship, in whatever form interests the students most.  Our goal is to prepare our students for college life.  Our challenge continues to be how to deepen their understanding of their relationship and connection to the people, culture, and history of the State of Israel.   We seek to build confidence to understanding the issues in a way that students feel they can articulate with poise to help them feel more adequately equipped as participants in the discussion.   

We are involved on an ongoing basis with a variety of organizations committed to a strong Jewish community and Israel.  Two weeks ago we had a cadre of student leaders go to the AIPAC High School Summit in Washington DC, this week we had a legal discussion with the National Director of Legal affairs with Stand with Us to discuss how to legally advocate for Israel and advocate against BDS groups.  This week we have the Bau Sisters telling the story of their Israeli parents who were saved by Shindler during World War Two and later clandestinely served as Mossad Agents under the guise of a media company.    

Students are looking for leadership opportunities and experiences that are attractive for entrance to college and that give them real experiences.    The I-Team Fellowship empowers students to: a) create Israel programs, b) train them to build their understanding of Israel, c) provide mentors to guide them as they develop leadership skills, and d) provide opportunities to public speaking and PR responsibilities ( marketing materials, op-ed, blogs).  These leaders will make Israel and their participation in the Israel Leadership Fellowship a priority.  They will also take responsibility for creating and staffing initiatives and programs and advocating for Israel. 

Rabbi Plotkin