Girls Empowerment Group
Wilson Senior Rosie Cohen (daughter of Peace teacher Linda Ryden) will be offering a free, 8-week program for 5th grade girls starting in February. "Girl Sense" will focus on media literacy, feminism, friendship, and self-empowerment. Workshops will include group discussion, videos, and role-playing. We'll meet from 3:30-4:30 in The Oasis (on Team 3) on Tuesdays or Thursdays (depending on what day works for more people). If you think your daughter might be interested or if you'd like more information please contact Rosie at
Lost: Boys' Bright Yellow Gap Winter Jacket
My son, Gabriel Satin (Ms. Jensen's class), said his jacket "disappeared" during recess (along with hat and gloves). If you've seen, kindly return it to his class or call Marilyn Kitzes at 917-676-4461. His name is written inside. Thanks!
Unique Opportunity to See Deborah Roffman, Acclaimed Author and Sex Educator
You have the chance to sign up for an intimate seminar with acclaimed author and sex educator, Debbie Roffman. You may recognize her name as she spoke a few years ago at Lafayette Elementary School to a huge crowd. She's a fabulous speaker and so informative and approachable.
You can read more about her and her accolades here. This is a unique opportunity as it's a small group setting with lots of Q&A. You can sign up on Eventbrite, but note that space is limited to the first 25 sign ups.
HoopEd and A Long Summer are teaming up this winter to bring you the Beginner Ballers Instructional League. We will meet Saturday mornings to work on skills such as dribbling, shooting, catching, passing, pivoting and defense PLUS controlled game play.
Kids will learn the basics and have fun in a low pressure environment! An hour of jam packed activities developing basketball skills, friendships and memories!
Boys and Girls are Welcome!
Our Lady of Lourdes (Bethesda): Grades K-4th
Saturdays, December 14 - March 8
(12 WEEKS - NO CLASS DECEMBER 28)
www.hoopeducation.com to REGISTER!
Join the DC Youth Orchestra Program for music classes and ensemble rehearsals this Spring at Eastern High School on Capitol Hill. Most classes and rehearsals are on Saturdays, but some beginning classes are offered on Tuesday evenings. Students at all levels and from the entire DC/MD/VA area are welcome. Students who already play an instrument need to schedule an audition to determine the appropriate class and ensemble. The Spring semester begins on January 25 (the Youth Orchestra and Junior Orchestra begin January 18). The last day to register is January 18. For more information and to register go to www.dcyop.org