Earn college credits in high school while learning what Judaism says about money, stress and success

Once again this fall, Jewish high school students in the North Orlando area will have a unique opportunity to earn college credits while exploring the tenets of Judaism.

Over the last year, the stock market came to a crashing halt only to rebound to record highs. Oil prices fell below $0 a barrel and cryptocurrency exploded. Millions lost their source of income and the president of the United States sent checks in the mail. 

As we experience a time of profound economic flux, CTeenU's newest course invites high school students to take a deep dive into an exploration of the Torah's take on money, stress and success, while earning up to three private college credits.

Titled, "CTeenU Business School," the course is the product of CTeen U, a collaboration between Yeshiva University and the Chabad teen network, CTeen International.

Yeshiva University is the world's premier Jewish institution for higher education, home to a network of undergraduate and graduate programs. Their undergraduate programs offer a unique dual curriculum comprising Jewish studies and liberal arts, sciences, and business courses.

CTeen is the world's fastest growing network of Jewish teens, with over 600 chapters in 37 countries on 6 continents.

In CTeen U, Yeshiva University and CTeen have carefully curated courses that will appeal to Jewish high school students from any background. No previous Judaic knowledge is required.

The curriculum is designed to encourage teens to ask questions and apply Jewish thought to their everyday activities.

The CTeen chapter at Chabad of North Orlando has already hosted a successful CTeenU course last year. Teens have debated and discussed, assessed and applied Judaism's philosophy and thought and its practical application in the modern world. CTeen U's relevant and engaging curriculum on the tenets of Judaism cultivates a strong sense of purpose and Jewish identity. Formulated to be relevant, interesting, and fun, CTeen U students actually look forward to their classes.

CTeen U Business School will examine questions such as, "Is self worth defined by net worth?" "Does G-d care if I use a friend's Netflix?" and "Is my stuff also your stuff?" The course will engage students in examining the Torah's view on Labor Unions, poverty prevention and yachts and analyze whether Judaism prefers Socialism over Capitalism.

Zoe Carmi, a junior at Mount Dora High School said, "I've attended a CTeen U course already. I learned so much about who I am as a person and as a Jew, and it's made me think deeply about mundane things that occur in everyday life. I'm really looking forward to what I'll discover in this coming course."

As in the past, once a week, CTeen U students meet at Chabad of North Orlando to be greeted by Rabbi Yanky Majesky. The small group setting makes it possible for the instructor to get to know each student, and for the students to bond with each other as they study.

"I know how busy teens are preparing for college - this is an opportunity for them to advance their resume and college career while studying the Torah's timeless wisdom," said Rabbi Majesky. "I am constantly inspired by the enthusiasm and curiosity students bring to each class."

Yeshiva University credits are accepted at many colleges around the country, including highly selective schools, state colleges, liberal arts colleges, public flagships, specialized programs, and many more.

The course is available to 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Classes will be held once a week for 21 weeks, starting Sept. 12, 2021. Tution for the year is $1399 with an early bird discount of $100 off when registering before Sept. 1, and entering promo code: Early Bird. Scholarships are available and no one is turned away due to lack of funds.

To register or for more information visit cteenu.com and choose the North Orlando chapter or call Chabad at 407-636-5994.