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To learn more about our founder, please watch Redemption Stone: https://xitter.gq/t.co/llZyJMdzOf… Donate at https://xitter.gq/t.co/uFbvX9LB7I

Washington, DC
Joined August 2009
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Get fit, explore your neighborhood, and support a great cause! Every dollar raised during our event - Are You Fitter than a Fifth Grader - supports our free, research-based afterschool and summer camp programming. Donate today! charityfootprints.com/eventd…
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Thanks to @MayorBowser for her support of #LightsOnAfterschool Day. Now let's ensure DC's OST programs receive the funding they need to keep young people excited about and engaged in safe, enriching, and fun activities when they're not in school.
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DCPS Families: If you did not upload your student’s COVID-19 test results, please bring a photo of the results with you. Students without proof of a test will be tested on site but will experience lengthy delays entering school. osse.dc.gov/sites/default/fi…
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DCPS families, today is the day to pick up, test, and report! Take your COVID-19 rapid test (kits available at schools until 5:00 pm) and then report your results online at dcps.dc.gov/safereturn.
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DCPS will operate on a 2 hour delay this morning due to inclement weather. Test kit distribution on Wednesday will now be from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. Students must be tested today, and results should be uploaded by 5:00 pm.
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.@TFSinDC will lead one of DC's first CityTutor Hubs, providing high-impact literacy #tutoring to students at two Ward 1 elementary schools. Read more about this new partnership: citytutordc.org/fishing-scho… #CityTutorDC #PoweredByConnection
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Out-of-school time (OST) programs remain a critical support system for DC children & families amidst the challenges of COVID-19 & virtual learning. Our new blog series showcases the many ways OST providers are supporting families during the pandemic. dcactionforchildren.org/blog…
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DC residents — get your free home winter weatherization kit to help save money on your utility bills! You'll receive 17ft of weatherstripping, outlet/switch gaskets, foam pipe insulators and window shrink insulators. ➡️ Request a kit, while supplies last: dcpsc.org/winterreadydc
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Need help managing anxiety and stress? Talk to a mental health clinician anytime. Call 1-888-793-4357. It's okay not to be okay.
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We’ll have a “little sumn sumn” for everyone to enjoy for our 30th anniversary celebration on September 30! We’re especially excited for DJ Curley Sues live after party! Our event is free! Everyone is welcome - click here to RSVP eventbrite.com/e/redemption-….
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Check out this event from one of our youth coalition members @TFSinDC
2020's annual celebration will be special! Join us on September 30 on our Facebook (@TheFishingSchool) as we watch Redemption Stone – The Life and Times of Tom Lewis and reflect on how our humble beginnings have inspired our growth over the last 30 years. eventbrite.com/e/redemption-….
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Need school supplies? Communities in Schools @CISNation will be distributing on Tuesday, 9/15 from 2-4 at Stuart-Hobson MS (and on Wednesday, 9/16 from 10-12 at Kelly Miller MS). @JOWilsonDC
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Student tech devices and materials will be available for pick-up starting next week. For more information on the pick-up process and times, contact your school directly.
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Make sure to visit your school by 4 pm to pick up your Chromebook and learning supplies!
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#Throwback to when actor and author @hillharper discussed empowerment and financial literacy with our students at The Fishing School. At TFS, it’s important to have members of our community come and speak to our students, too. Thanks, Hill!
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Have some funds to spare this week? If so, consider donating to @tfsindc, @MySistahHouse, @ChangeTMW and more: brightestyoungthings.com/art…
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Term 1, from Aug 31 through Nov 6, will be all virtual.
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Families - Please let KIPP DC know if you’d like your child to participate in hybrid learning or fully virtual learning. Learn more about our rigorous health and cleaning protocols: bit.ly/3gV31NV Please complete the survey by Friday, July 17th: bit.ly/3fssNsu
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"I knew I wanted to teach students whose backgrounds look a lot like mine. I’m able to build relationships with them and their parents because our stories are the same." -Mr. Gilchrist @Honored May 2019 Honoree. Read more: bit.ly/2ZDgmU6
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Learn about how DC's largest #Charter #School system, @KIPP_DC, is preparing to reopen and prevent #infections in their schools. #SETTY has been instrumental in advising KIPP DC on their reopening as well as providing long term solutions. More: wapo.st/38bWuex
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