Sam Toso joined our Jewish Federation of Madison staff team as Programming/Camp Shalom Director in 2020. She is excited to be heading into her fourth summer in the director position.
Camp Shalom
Camp Shalom - which means "peace" - is the summer day camp of the Jewish Federation of Madison. Its Jewish environment is welcoming to all elementary and middle school-age children and provides a safe, nurturing, and fun experience.
Summer Fun at Camp Shalom
Watch the video to see some of the highlights.
Camp Shalom FAQs
Have questions about enrollment, finances, or what to expect at Camp Shalom? Before emailing or calling, take a look through our helpful FAQs. We've compiled a comprehensive resource to answer the most commonly asked questions, and more.
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About The Camp Shalom Experience Questions >
Summer 2024 Control Measures
Camp Shalom is dedicated to constantly evaluating our practices to stay up to date with relevant information regarding COVID-19 and day camp guidelines. Our aim is to keep our families and staff as safe and healthy as possible.
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About Camp Shalom
Camp Shalom, a program of the Jewish Federation of Madison, is an inclusive summer day camp for children and teens, guided by Jewish values, that fosters personal development, friendship, and community. Led by experienced and nurturing staff on over 154 picturesque acres at the beautiful Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus in Verona, campers of all faiths, ethnicities, and abilities safely play and learn through a variety of engaging and innovative activities, including aquatic, sports, arts and crafts, nature, Jewish enrichment, and team building.
Camp Shalom was established in 1954 and is the oldest and largest day camp in Dane County, serving over 1000 children throughout the summer. Camp Shalom offers three sessions for campers going into Kindergarten - 5th grade. Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim (NOBO) offers two sessions for campers entering 6th - 9th grade. Our scholarship fund, providing full and partial scholarships, ensures we have never had to deny a child a summer camp experience because of financial need.
Camp Programs
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Meet Camp Shalom Assistant Director of Staff Recruitment & Retention
Logan Bookstaff joined our team in December 2023 in this newly created year-round position. He has worked at Camp Shalom since 2018.
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Meet Camp Shalom Noar-Bogrim (NOBO) Director
Stephanie Taylor joined the Jewish Federation of Madison staff team in February 2024 as the Director of Camp Shalom's Noar-Bogrim (NOBO). She brings her experience as a social worker, past camper, CIT, counselor, and current camper parent.
Join the Camp Committee
We are looking to add more voices to our Camp Committee! Camp Committee members provide valuable input during monthly meetings and pitch in to help with some of the behind-the-scenes tasks and processes. These include staff recruitment and retention strategizing, scholarship fundraising, and camp betterment brainstorming that support our success. We hope you will consider joining us and being part of growing our camp’s strong legacy. If you have questions or an interest in being part of the team, please contact Sam (shalomdirector@jewishmadison.org). We look forward to your participation!
Do you have (or know) a preschooler? Check out our program for children 18 months to 4 years old at Gan HaYeled Preschool.
In The News
January 3, 2023: Featured in Wisconsin State Journal
Winter Camp Shalom seeks to build community along with snow forts
June 7, 2021: Featured in Wisconsin State Journal
Summer camp is back this year - with some changes
July 24, 2017: Featured in Wisconsin State Journal
Camp Shalom rooted in tradition as Dane County's largest day camp
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Contact & Directions To Camp
Irwin A. & Robert D. Goodman Jewish Community Campus
7762 County Road PD
Verona, WI 53593
(608) 848-1822 (phone during summer season ONLY)
Sam Toso, Camp Shalom Director
shalomdirector@jewishmadison.org
Camp Shalom Corporate Sponsors
We'd like to thank the following organizations for their generous support of the 2022 Camp Shalom Scholarship Fund. Their sponsorship has allowed many children to experience summer camp who would otherwise not have been able to afford the chance. Become A Corporate Sponsor >
SHALOM CIRCLE
($5,000-$9,999)
Camp Shalom Scholarship Donors
Many other companies and individuals have contributed to the Camp Shalom Scholarship Fund.
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