Rabbi Avremi and Shaindy Schapiro

Camp Senior Directors

Rabbi Avremi is a graduate of the Rabbinical College of America Since moving to Milwaukee in 2006, he has been working as the Executive Director of the Youth Division for Lubavitch of Wisconsin.  Some additional programs under his direction include 15 years at the Director of Camp Gan Israel Milwaukee, CTeen, and Mitzvah Corps.

Rabbi Avremi's passion for camp and his enthusiasm for creating new and fun ways to reach out to all Jews, are just part of what makes him a great director for Ckids Gan Izzy!

Shaindy has been serving as a shlucha at Lubavitch of Wisconsin alongside her husband Rabbi Avremi since their move here in 2006. Teaching and working with children of all ages has been a passion of hers since high school. This passion has led Shaindy to teaching positions and leadership roles at Gan Izzys all over the country. Shaindy’s knowledge, experience, and devotion to today’s children make her a great partner in running Ckids Gan Izzy! 

When Rabbi Avremi and Shaindy are not busy planning and running camp you can find them spending time with their children and hosting guests

Rabbi Shlomo and Rochel Wolvovsky

Camp Directors

Meet Shlomo and Rochel, dedicated educators with a wealth of experience in organizing summer day camps for Camp Gan Israel worldwide. With a fervent commitment to Jewish education, they bring enthusiasm and expertise to tailor the camp experience to meet the unique needs of each camper. Alongside their own children, Shlomo and Rochel are thrilled to extend the joy and enriching activities of Gan Izzy to your child this summer, fostering a vibrant and educational environment for all participants. Get ready for a summer filled with learning, laughter, and lasting memories!

Our Staff

Camp Gan Israel, (CGI) prides itself on its exceptional staff. All staff come with prior camp experience and a desire to work with kids. Bunk sizes are kept small and well-staffed, our camp maintains a low staff-camper ratio. Each Special is run by professional instructors.

We take great pride in our commitment to recruiting, training and keeping the highest quality staff in the camping profession. Over the years, Camp Gan Israel Milwuakee has always been dedicated to small groups with exceptional staff supervision. This ensures the best possible care, instruction and supervision for our campers. Our counselors are highly trained, dedicated, and experienced, and all are fully trained in First Aid and CPR.