Brent Selected as a DPR Summer Camp Site – Enroll Monday, March 25 at noon!
 
Exciting News!  Brent has been selected as a site for DC’s Department of Parks and Rec summer camps.  Our site was added and will offer Little Explorer and Discovery Camps (Ages 3 -10 years).
 
Enrollment for camps begins Monday, March 25 at noon through the DPR website - here.  These camps fill to capacity very fast so if you are interested in having your child participate, create your Household account and password NOW with DPR so you are ready for registration AND be at a computer precisely at noon on Monday to register. 
 
Reduced rates are available for qualifying families. 
 
To access registration or learn more about camps in general, browse through the options below and follow the links.
 
How to Register:
Register Online 
Registration Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Camp Information and Locations
Reduced Rate Application
 
Here are additional sites for the camps:
Little Explorer and Discovery Camps (Ages 3-10 yrs.)
DCPS/DPR Camp Locations
Amidon Bowen - 401 I Street SW
JC Nalle – 219 50th Street SE
Miner – 601 15th Street NE
Moten – 1565 Morris Road SE
Seaton – 1503 10th Street NW
Simon - 401 Mississippi Ave SE
Watkins – 420 12th Street NE
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Dear Brent Community,
 
DC's Department of Health has issued a letter to our community after we reported a case of Scarlett Fever in a child at Brent this week. Scarlet Fever is caused by bacteria called group A Streptococcus or group A strep. ​ Please take a moment to read the letter and review the fact sheet.  Links to each document are below:
 
Scarlett Fever Letter
 
Scarlett Fever Fact Sheet 
 
In addition to regular cleaning, Brent’s custodial team has disinfected high touch surfaces, tables, and chairs in the classroom with the case of Scarlett Fever, and will conduct a deep cleaning over the mid-Winter Break.
 
If you have any questions, please feel to reach out to Brent’s school nurse, Ms. Lee at (202) 698-3367 and Jlee6@cnmc.org.
 
Thank you for taking the time to review this information.
 
Sincerely,
 
Sara Ewbank
Assistant Principal
Brent ES

Registration for Springboard Spring Elective programs begins February 13th.  Springboard’s spring programs are taught by local community experts,  and offer multiple opportunities for kids to explore fun and creative activities!
Benefits of enrichment programs include:
• Increased academic success and social skills
• Boosted self-confidence and self-esteem
• Dedicated time for fun and relaxation while exploring new interests, or building skills
Register by March 8th to secure your child’s spot!
Please note, some classes may be cancelled if enrollment is low. To help avoid cancellation, it is best to register early.
Questions, please email enrichments@springboardkids.com.  Visit parent.springboardkids.com to enroll.  A course catalog can be found on here.

​Dear Brent Community,
 
DC's Department of Health has issued a letter to our community after we reported four cases of “gastroenteritis” (nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea) in children at Brent this week. Please take a moment to read the letter and review the fact sheet.  Links to each document are below:
 
Department of Health – Gastroenteritis Letter
 
Viral Gastroenteritis Fact Sheet
 
In addition to regular cleaning, Brent’s custodial team has disinfected high touch surfaces, tables, and chairs in classrooms with confirmed cases of the gastroenteritis illness, and will continue doing so throughout next week.  
 
If you have any questions, please feel to reach out to Brent’s school nurse, Ms. Lee at (202) 698-3367 and Jlee6@cnmc.org.
 
Thank you for taking the time to review this information.
 
Sincerely,
 
Sara Ewbank
Assistant Principal
Brent ES