Welcome 8th-12th Graders!
Temple Shalom's youth group, TOTS (Teens of Temple Shalom), is a peer community for and by teens in grades 8-12. Throughout the year, we'll have social, religious, social action, and maybe even informal educational programming as we build this community together.
TOTS is separate from our religious school, and teens do not need to be madrichim in order to participate. In fact, the youth group is a great way for kids who aren't madrichim to also be involved and stay connected to their TS peers. There will also be leadership opportunities for teens within TOTS, with the teens eventually becoming more and more responsible for planning and running events.
Do you want to….
Make a Difference? Participate in our teen-led social justice initiatives!
Celebrate Shabbat? Join a Teen Dinner at Shabbat B'Yachad
Become a Leader and a Role Model? Join the Madrichim program! Positions available for 2025-2026
Socialize and Get Involved? Attend a social event!
Upcoming Local Events (TOTS - Teens of Temple Shalom)!
"Sunday Teen Hangouts" 12:30-1:30 pm for every Sunday when there's religious school:
9/14, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/23, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 3/1, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, and 5/3.
An informal space for teens in grades 8-12 to connect with friends, nosh, build community, play games, plan youth group events, and more! Come for the whole hour or just stop by - all are welcome! No RSVP required.
Find T.O.TS on Instagram
Teen Shabbat Dinners during Shabbat B'Yachad: 2025-2026
November 7, 2025: Grades 10 - 12
January 9, 2026: Grades 8-9
February 6, 2026: Grades 6-7
March 13, 2026: Grades 8-9
April 10, 2026: Grades 6-7
May 1, 2026: Grades 10-12