This life-changing journey to Poland and Israel requires the buy-in of every participant and their parents/guardians. Program requirements are designed to ensure that every teen is prepared to engage deeply, contribute meaningfully, and carry the lessons of this journey forward. With active parent/guardian support and participation throughout the program, teens are best positioned to make the most of this extraordinary experience.

Parent/Guardian Action Items:

1. Parent/guardian complete the required online registration form within 10 days of attending an informational meeting.
2. Parent/guardian complete forms and submit fees according to the Application Checklist.
3. Parent/guardian will have a short interview with a Y2I staff member.

Teen Action Items:

1. Teens participate in a small group interview with other applicants and members of the Y2I professional team. Interview dates will be assigned after you attend an informational meeting. 
2. Teens obtain two Letters of Recommendation and a Student in Good Standing Form according to the Application Checklist.
3. After the trip, teens will submit a short reflection about their experience.

Teen and Parent Action Items:

1. Teens and parents attend the pre-trip meetings and the trip reunion. Dates listed below are subject to change.

PRE-TRIP MEETINGS

Meeting locations will be announced.

If you have questions, please contact Sharon Wyner at 978-565-4450 or email swyner@lappinfoundation.org.

Exceptions to the requirements are considered.  Exceptions must be made in writing to Sharon Wyner, swyner@lappinfoundation.org.

To receive your refundable deposit back, teens and parents are expected to fulfill the requirements of 2027 Youth to Israel Adventure and Holocaust Educational Trip to Poland.