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Mayor Bowser Highlights Free, Safe and Fun Summer Opportunities for DC Youth, Encourages Families to Stay Cool During Extreme Heat

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Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the availability of free summer programs for District youth, urging families to register for enriching activities like the Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program. The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education encourages parents to explore various options, including STEM camps and library programming, available across all eight wards. Thousands of free slots remain open through collaboration with DCPS, DPR, and the DC Public Library. Parents can navigate these offerings using the Out of School Time DC portal, which simplifies the registration process.

Deputy Mayor for Education Paul Kihn highlighted the commitment to making opportunities accessible for students in every neighborhood. The announcement comes as the District is under an Extreme Heat Alert, prompting officials to remind families of safety measures. Activities include the Junior Lifeguard Academy and weekly veggie giveaways, providing diverse options for youth engagement. Families can find more events and programs at dprevents. com and dprprograms.

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