Things couldn't look more different than just a year ago, with affordable rapid testing, vaccinated staff, and logistical plans in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19

Governor says camps can open in June if COVID cases further fall, after closure last year led most Jewish camps to shut down

New book by multidisciplinary team examines the historical shift from Hebrew immersion to 'Hebrew infusion' as camps aim to strengthen American Jewish identity in 21st century

Lawsuit challenging governor's order to shutter overnight programs likely won't yield results in time; Jewish leaders urge civil disobedience, say camp provides essential education

Lawmakers from the religious community have become increasingly vocal as playgrounds remain shut and families with 10 or more children are limited to their cramped apartments

The 'bubble camp' plan is full of holes that pose risk for kids, staff and nearby communities. It's also ethically flawed

While most camps have announced they won't open this year, Camp Modin will accept kids, and is has a specific plan to keep the coroanvirus away

However, network of North American institutions remain confident that they will survive into next year

Summer program organizers face coronavirus restrictions, budget shortfalls as virus continues spread; some states ban overnight overnight camps

Some programs consider turning into socially distanced family retreats with rentable bungalows similar to the Catskills, as they seek to salvage a key experience for many US Jews