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DC Public Schools scores a goal on soccer access

Soccer access at D.C. Public Schools is going to be expanded thanks to an effort by the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation, the MLS Players Association, Target and the U.S. Soccer Foundation, according to a Thursday news release.

Ten mini-pitches — small, customized, hard-court surfaces — will be installed at DCPS schools over the next 12 months.

Three mini-pitches have already been completed. They’re at Hart Middle School, Plummer Elementary School and Sousa Middle School.

Seven more will be completed next year.

“At D.C. Public Schools, we know the positive impact of athletics and physical education in helping inspire and empower students,” DCPS Chancellor Lewis Ferebee said in a statement. “Thank you to our committed partners for investing in positive outcomes for our students. I am proud of the community effort to expand access to athletic learning spaces across D.C. Public Schools, and look forward to seeing our families and community enjoy these facilities.”

Women’s History Month: Girl Scouts celebrating girl power in the DC area

These girls do more than sell cookies — though, admittedly, that’s part of being a Girl Scout. Girl Scouts and their troop leaders in the D.C. area are part of the nationwide organization that teaches girls curiosity and confidence, not just during Women’s History Month, but all year long. Golden girls
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