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Application Process

Participants must be fully vaccinated to attend.

Because ETGAR 36 is a serious educational experience, final acceptance will come after an interview and include consideration of personal statements. This will help to assure that the program and applicant are a good match. The interview will be arranged upon receipt and review of the application.

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Which journey are you applying for?*

Etgar 36 (36 days)
Etgar 36 West (22 days)

Applicant's Name*

First Last

Applicant's Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Gender*

Male
Female

Date of Birth*

Grade Entering in Fall:*

School*

T-Shirt Size*

Home Phone*

Teen's Email Address*

Teen's Cell Phone Number*

How did you hear about Etgar 36?

Have you ever participated in a summer program?*

Yes
No

If yes, what program(s)?

Specify any dietary needs (kosher, lactose intolerant, vegetarian, etc.):

Specify any behavioral/psychological issues or past traumatic events:

Etgar 36 is an intense educational/social experience. Do not discontinue any behavioral medication.

Applicant Photo*

Please include a recent clear photo of the applicant.

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, Max. file size: 32 MB.

Parent Information

Parent 1 Name*

Parent 2 Name

Parent 1 Email*

Parent 2 Email

Parent 1 Cell Phone*

Parent 2 Cell Phone

Does the applicant live with both parents?*

Yes
No

If no, please describe the living situation:

Teacher Reference

Please provide the name and email address of a high school teacher. We will send an email to the teacher that addresses the applicant's academic ability to take advantage of the educational aspect of ETGAR 36. We will send an automated survey email to the teacher reference.

Name of Teacher*

Teacher's Email Address*

Emergency Contact

Emergency Contact, available during the summer:

Emergency Contact Name*

Emergency Contact Phone - Day*

Emergency Contact Phone - Evening*

Emergency Contact Phone - Cell*

Relationship to Applicant*

Health Insurance Company*

ID Number*

Benefits Phone Number*

Health Insurance Card*

Please take a photo of, or scan, the health insurance card, front and back, and upload here.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, Max. file size: 32 MB.

Personal Statements

Please complete the questions below. Statements should be the applicant's original thoughts. Please limit each statement to 300 words.

Statements may be emailed in separately, to: billy@etgar.org.

Why do you want to participate in ETGAR 36?

What challenges do you face as a Jew and American?

What is America to you? Include thoughts on what is the American dream, what responsibilities, if any, come with being an American citizen, what are the strengths and problems of America.

Payments & Refunds

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Space is guaranteed until Feb. 1, 2023. - A $1,500 deposit is due upon registration. You may cancel by Feb. 1, 2023, and get a full refund. After Feb. 1, 2023, space is on a first-come, first-served basis. - An additional payment of $1,500 is due by February 1, 2023. - The remainder will be billed monthly or can be paid off in full. Either way, you choose to pay, full payment is due by May 1.
Before Feb. 1, 2023 - 100% refund
Between Feb. 1, 2023 - March 15, 2023, - everything minus $1,500.
Between March 16, 2023 - May 1, 2023, everything minus $3,000.
After May 1, 2023, no refund.
Make all checks payable to "ETGAR INC.".

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Terms and Conditions of Enrollment

Etgar 36 and Etgar Incorporated (ETGAR) and its representatives are authorized to make whatever arrangements and accommodations and make such rules and regulations as they deem advisable, in their discretion, for the safety and welfare of the participants in general and the PARTICIPANT in particular. Included in the rules are:

No use, purchase, or possession of tobacco, e-cigarettes/vape, alcohol, drugs, and weapons at any time. This includes any related to any of these items.
Participants must participate in all activities and stay with the group at all times. No leaving the hotel.
Sleeping quarters are arranged by the gender that the participant identifies as. At no time are members to be out of their rooms after clearly stated evening hours.
Intentionally disruptive behavior, including graffiti, shoplifting, inappropriate language/discussion, constant lateness, need for constant redirection, and exhibitionism, will not be tolerated.
Any damage to a hotel room will be split equally among people in the room unless someone claims responsibility. Dismissal from the program is at the discretion of ETGAR and does not need to include warnings. No tuition refund will be made for voluntary or involuntary withdrawal from the program. The parent, or legal guardian, is responsible for any additional costs, including transportation, incurred by ETGAR due to withdrawal from the program. ETGAR's responsibility for PARTICIPANT shall end upon drop off at the departure airport at the end of the program or date of withdrawal from the program.
ETGAR is not responsible for. Nor will it regulate tattooing, haircuts, and piercings received by participants during the program.

ANY INACCURATE OR INCOMPLETE INFORMATION, INCLUDING MEDICAL, BEHAVIORAL, and PSYCHOLOGICAL ON THIS APPLICATION IS GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL FROM PROGRAM.

It is expressly agreed that PARTICIPANT is permitted to participate in all activities, including swimming, river rafting, alpine sliding, biking, hiking, ropes courses, and camping which may be directly supervised by ETGAR personnel or by others contracting with ETGAR. ETGAR is not responsible for any injury or damages which result from weather or other acts of God, accidents, illness, the demands and inherent risks of outdoor activities, strikes, acts of terrorism, or any other events beyond its direct control. PARTICIPANTS and their parents/guardians recognize and agree to assume these risks. ETGAR has the right to cancel the tour for any reason whatsoever at any time. Neither ETGAR nor its representatives shall be responsible for any theft of, loss of, or damage to property or bodily injury suffered by PARTICIPANT during the trip.

I understand that ETGAR does not engage personnel qualified to provide medical, dental, health, or other similar care or services to PARTICIPANT. I agree to pay all costs and expenses incurred directly or indirectly by ETGAR for such care or services.

ETGAR may use photographs, video tapes, and testimonials of participants in publicity materials.

Applicant's Signature*

Parent's Signature*