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Riverdale, Md – The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County in partnership with the County Council is proud to again offer its weekend tutoring program, Saturday Enrichment Academy (SEA), to help improve grades and test scores of county youth. In this three-hour weekly program, learning coaches use creative ways to meet the needs and styles of participants in grades 1-3 to promote academic acceleration. SEA is FREE for Prince George’s County residents ages 6-9 and will take place at nine Department locations September 30 – December 9, from 9:30am – 12:30pm.

“The purpose of our Saturday Enrichment Academy is to provide academic support to youth who are having challenges with English Language Arts and STEAM”, states Anica O’Neil, Assistant Division Chief at the Department. “It is our goal to bridge the gap and provide our youth with resources and a comfortable, fun, engaging environment that will assist with mitigating their learning challenges.”

Students receive small group tutoring that creates a more comfortable learning environment and allows tutors to meet participants where they are. SEA will take place each Saturday at the following locations in Prince George’s County:

Berwyn Heights Elementary School

Columbia Park Community Center

Deerfield Run Community Center

Fort Washington Forest Community Center

Glassmanor Community Center

Lake Arbor Community Center

Langley Park-McCormick Elementary School

William Beanes Community Center

William Hall Academy

Registration is now open here. To learn more, contact anica.oneil@pgparks.com.

About the Department

With over 28,000 acres of parkland, trails, athletic fields, playgrounds and more – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County provides an award-winning park system through progressive, quality, innovative leadership and a commitment to its community and environment. The Department delivers first-class recreational activities and programs for people of all ages and ability levels. It strives to improve the quality of life for residents in Prince George’s County and the communities in which they live, work, and raise families. The Department’s facilities and programming continue to evolve and expand to keep pace with the needs of its vibrant community. For more information, visit www.pgparks.com.

Riverdale, Md – The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, part of the Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission, is proud to present several upcoming events about African History and Culture. Happening throughout September, the community will have access to a variety of educational and entertaining programs offered virtually and in person. These include:

September 12, 7:00 pm – online

Echoes of the Enslaved: Virtual Book Discussion

Join our partner Joe McGill and his co-author Herb Frazier in a virtual discussion about their new book, “Sleeping with the Ancestors: How I Followed the Footprints of Slavery”. Hosted by the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System.

September 16, 12 noon – Surratt House Museum

Echoes of the Enslaved: Music. Dance. Dialogue

Join us and the Slave Dwelling Project for the annual Echoes of the Enslaved. This year’s program will feature a full day of conversations and provocations centered around the legacies of slavery, with an emphasis on freedom, resistance, and the right to vote. The day’s activities will include a block party, discussion with activists and scholars, food, tours of Surratt House Museum, and a bonfire.

September 24, 12 noon – Bladensburg Waterfront Park

Celebrate Africa Festival

Celebrate Africa 2023 will feature performances with artists and events that showcase the rich cultures of the African continent. Enjoy a live band, vocalist, drumming and community dance, storytelling, spoken word, an art exhibition, and more.

About the Department

With over 28,000 acres of parkland, trails, athletic fields, playgrounds and more – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County provides an award-winning park system through progressive, quality, innovative leadership and a commitment to its community and environment. The Department delivers first-class recreational activities and programs for people of all ages and ability levels. It strives to improve the quality of life for residents in Prince George’s County and the communities in which they live, work, and raise families. The Department’s facilities and programming continue to evolve and expand to keep pace with the needs of its vibrant community. For more information, visit www.pgparks.com