Meet the Directors

Becky Firestone, Director

Becky holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Indiana University and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Hofstra University. Becky has been teaching grades 3 – 7 for fifteen years for the Department of Education. She has been part of the Beth Sholom family for over twenty years and has worn many hats during her time at BSDC. Becky is loving her role as Director and is excited to provide campers an opportunity to become passionate about new activities, to explore new paths and build lifelong friendships.

Dee Dee Horowitz, Assistant Director

Dee Dee is excited to be the Assistant Director at Beth Sholom Day Camp. A longtime member of the BSDC family, she began as the drama specialist and within a few years rose to the position of Program Director, where she was responsible for the scheduling and programming. In her current role, during the off season, you will find Dee Dee in the office handling all logistics and actively engaging with current and prospective parents. During the summer, Dee Dee will be embracing all of the theme days and supporting our staff to give your kids the summer of their lives. Prior to taking on her this role, Dee Dee was an Early Childhood teacher at the Forest Hills Jewish Center. She holds her Master’s Degree in Educational Theatre from NYU and her Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Arts from Stephens College. Dee Dee lives in Queens with her husband, her two kids, and her cat. In addition to being Assistant Director, Dee Dee is also a proud BSDC parent. #10for2