The Z3 Teen Summit is a unique track within the Z3 Conference designed especially for teens. This custom program is created to help teens find their voices, be in community, and participate in the most important conversations shaping Jewish peoplehood today.

It focuses on three core goals:

  • Empowerment & Agency

    As the next generation of our Jewish community, participants will experience firsthand how their opinions, ideas, and dreams can create new understanding and realities.

  • Insight & Inspiration

    Attendees will hear from world-class speakers who will inspire, encourage, and guide them toward deeper engagement with Israel & Zionism, Jewish Identity, and Peoplehood.

  • Community & Belonging

    Teens from different schools, youth groups, and programs will all gather together and experience the joy of being part of the larger Jewish community, both locally and globally.

The Z3 Teen Summit is more than just a conference—it’s a chance for teens to be part of the conversations, connections, and experiences shaping the Jewish future.

The Day at a Glance

Morning Arrival

Teens will check in, receive their Summit nametag, and be welcomed into the teen tent—a dedicated space with breakfast, swag, snacks, games, and social time. The tent is designed for both focus and fun, with space for formal sessions, relaxed hangouts, and community connection.

Morning Program

Welcome and framing of the day by Lara Walklet, OFJCC Teen Engagement Manager

  • Keynote address by Sarah Hurwitz, Author of As A Jew: Reclaiming Our Story From Those Who Shame, Blame, and Try To Erase Us

  • Special presentations from community leaders and speakers, including stories from the Shinshinim about their experiences in Israel on October 7th

  • Teen panel featuring peers engaged in meaningful Jewish programs

  • Opportunity to explore the Community Partner’s Fair in the Midrachov

Lunch Break

Grab-and-go lunch to enjoy anywhere on campus, alongside friends old and new.

Afternoon Programming

  • Keynote activity: Olympic gold medalist Ori Sasson shares his journey of resilience, struggle, and perseverance—followed by a judo clinic and Q&A.

  • Breakout Sessions (choice-based): Options include a hands-on mosaic art workshop with Mia Schon, a futurist-thinking session with Ted Kahn, and additional sessions drawn from the larger Z3 program.

Closing the Summit

Processing circles in the teen tent

  • Closing plenary with Jon Polin & Rachel Goldberg-Polin

  • Teens are welcome to stay and enjoy evening entertainment with the broader Z3 community

How to Register

Tickets for the teen summit are $99

The ticket price is a full day of programming, food and snacks throughout the day, swag, and more.

To register for the Z3 Teen Summit please email [email protected]. 

Please be sure to include:

  • Your full name

  • Which high school you attend 

  • Any Jewish programs, youth movements, etc. you are a part of (For example: BBYO, Young Judea, etc.)

  • A copy of your current student ID