Dig local history? Then put a visit to the Laurel Museum on your list! The free museum reopens for in-person visits this Saturday, June 26th at noon with updated exhibits sharing Laurel’s history as well as its social justice work. And while you’re in Laurel, why not check out some lovely small businesses in this city, including divine coffee at Sip at C Street Flats followed by a visit to the Laurel Public Library (and its amazing kids room). Still got more energy? Take a walk/run along Laurel’s Riverfront Park, which is right behind Sip. You’re welcome!
Meet Hyattsville Elementary School’s Kindergarten Teachers! (PGCPS Registration Happening NOW.)
It’s time to register your child for pre-k and kindergarten at PGCPS! Curious about kindergarten at Hyattsville Elementary School? Well, you’re in luck! Our latest post shares registration information, a peek at the steller kindergarten teachers at HES and points of contact should you have any questions.
Pathway to Unity this Friday, March from DeMatha High School to DC Border
On the morning of Friday, August 28th, citizens of our community will walk in solidarity down the Route 1 corridor from the East-West Highway to the D.C. border to express support for the goals of The Commitment March, the 57th Anniversary of the March on Washington. Walkers can walk for one block or all the way down to the National Mall, advocating for police reform, voter registration & participation, and an accurate census. The event, called the “Pathway to Unity,” is supported by a collaboration between the residents of Brentwood, College Park, Hyattsville, North Brentwood, Mt. Rainier, Riverdale, and University Park.
Best School Supplies for Online Learning
PGCPS begins the 2020-21 school year on Monday, August 31st with distance learning for all students. If you’re wondering what school supplies are needed for this fall, here’s the official PGCPS school supplies list here. If you’re curious what additional supplies local parents found helpful to have on hand, then this Back to School Supplies List is for you.
PGCPS Fall 2020 Reopening Plan & Opp for Input
PGCPS recently shared its reopening plan for Fall 2020. We’re sharing links to this draft plan (in English, Spanish and French) as well as a note to let you know that the Board of Education is having a meeting this Thursday to review and approve this draft plan. So, if you’ve got questions, concerns or feedback, now’s the time to share them with your School Board Member(s), Dr. Goldson, your principal and your PTA/O president. Giddy-up!
Many Hands Make Light Work: University Park’s Stream Clean-Up
Wells Run, a small tributary of the Northeast Branch of the Anacostia River that runs through University Park (UP), can get quite dirty from time to time. Candy wrappers here. Plastic bags there. Hub cap there, too (srsly).
