Students from DC SCORES are headed to the World Cup in Moscow

Students from DC SCORES are headed to the World Cup in Moscow

While the US Men's National Team will not be in Russia for the World Cup, a special group of young women (including students from Petworth) are set to represent the United States at the Street Child World Cup in Russia this May, and make a difference in doing so.  Watch the great video!

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Kennedy Street now offers a new way to help people take care of their mental health

Kennedy Street now offers a new way to help people take care of their mental health

As residents address the changing urban space and the craziness of the holiday season, family issues including parenting and caretaking, mental health needs may get ignored. That’s why Heidi Vanderwerff and Marjorie Strachman Miller started Kennedy Counseling Collective, with the goal of offering an inviting space that fosters a place of mental healing and health. Learn more about this new local business.

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Crossing guard hit by car at Farragut & Georgia, driver flees scene

Crossing guard hit by car at Farragut & Georgia, driver flees scene

A crossing guard, Jawan Thompson, was the victim of a hit and run collision on Wednesday, December 20th, and was left with a fractured neck and broken pelvis. There is a GoFundMe campaign to assist Ms. Thompson with her medical bills and recuperation if you are able to help.

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20th Annual DC SCORES Poetry Slam! comes to Roosevelt HS Wednesday, 11/15

20th Annual DC SCORES Poetry Slam! comes to Roosevelt HS Wednesday, 11/15

The 20th Annual DC SCORES Poetry Slam! is this Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 5-8pm inside Roosevelt High School's auditorium. The free event is open to anyone -- whether you can make it for the full three hours or just 30 minutes. 

Petworth is greatly represented at the DC SCORES Poetry Slam!. Among the neighborhood schools performing are Powell, MacFarland, Barnard, Raymond and Bruce-Monroe. 

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