May 25, 2017 | Vol. 3, Issue 21
Dear Washingtonians,
With June just around the corner, now is the time to ensure that we are setting our children and teens up for success during the summer months. Our young people are safer when they are under the care and supervision of responsible adults, and they are more likely to succeed in school when they are exposed to new learning opportunities throughout the summer.
To keep young Washingtonians engaged, safe, and learning while they are out of school, my Administration offers a range of resources and activities for youth of all ages. From the Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program to reading programs to cheerleading, taekwondo, and
engineering, there is something for everyone. As of today, registration is still open for DCPS Summer Learning Programs and the Department of Parks and Recreation's (DPR) summer programming. In addition, DPR still has space open at multiple summer camps at recreation centers around DC.
Of course, these programs only keep young people engaged when their families know about them and are able to access them. You can help by spreading the word about summer.dc.gov, a one-stop shop for all things summer.
When our young people succeed, our entire community succeeds. Working together, we can ensure that more young Washingtonians stay safe this summer and go into next school year refreshed and ready to learn.
Sincerely,
In March, Mayor Bowser announced six steps the District is taking to protect vulnerable young people in Washington, DC, and yesterday, the Mayor gave an update on the Administration's progress. Read about the Mayor's update HERE.
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Join Mayor Bowser tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. at Banneker Recreation Center for the
annual summer pools kick-off event! There will be swimming, giveaways, music, and fun.
Throughout Memorial Day Weekend, outdoor pools will operate from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. All outdoor aquatic facilities will officially open on Saturday, May 27. A list of all outdoor pools, indoor pools, and spray parks can be found HERE.
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The Bowser Administration will be hosting free outdoor fitness sessions in Chinatown Park throughout the summer. Join us on Monday evenings in June and July from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for Zumba, yoga, Doonya, and barre classes!
Learn more and register for a class HERE.
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May is National Foster Care Month! Want to learn more about adopting or fostering children and teens in DC? Attend an informational session at the DC Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) where representatives from CFSA provide an overview of DC's Foster and Adoption Program and answer questions. The next session is tonight from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Residents interested in attending an informational session must RSVP by calling (202) 671-LOVE (5683) or by sending your contact information to CFSA through fosterkids.org or facebook.com/CFSADC.
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This
week's District Minute features stories about the groundbreaking at South Capitol Street Apartments, Bike to Work Day, and the launch of Solid Foundations DC, the Interagency Council on Homelessness Strategic Plan to Prevent and End Youth Homelessness.
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Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) coordinates a wide variety of
recreation programs and supervises many of DC's recreation centers, parks,
community gardens, and aquatic facilities. DPR's mission is to enhance the
quality of life and wellness for DC residents and visitors by providing
equal access to affordable and quality recreational services.
DPR has an opening for a Community Programs Manager. This position is responsible for advising the Deputy Director and overseeing the overall administration and execution of program operations and activities. All details regarding
this vacancy, including qualifications, can be found by visiting the job announcement.
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