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Local, County, State and Federal Resources
Last modified: 3/5/2013 11:49:22 AM
Local, State, Federal and Community Resources

 

Arts    
Art Events and Workshops   For artists, teachers and volunteers - or for just attending an event! M-NCPPC
Child Care    
Maryland National Capital Park and Planning     Offering before and after care, schools out camps, etc M-NCPPC
Community    
Take Charge Program Pull ‘Em Up Campaign  The Take Charge Juvenile Diversion Program, Inc. announces the kick-off of the Pull ‘Em Up—Stop Saggin’ Belt Campaign, an opportunity to donate and drop off belts September 4 thru November 1 at various locations throughout the county. http://takechargeprogram.org/

Foster Parenting

 More than 50 children and youth are waiting for safe and nurturing homes of their own. Are you ready to share your love, your hopes, and dreams? If so, please contact: Maryland Foster Care Recruiter at 301 365-4480 ext 414
 
The National Center for Children and Families 
Education    
Hillside Family of Agencies   Hillside Family of Agencies' integrated system of services addresses the varied, diverse, and complex needs of children and families.  Hillside Family of Agencies 
The Child and Family Information Center Provides resources, services, benefits and opportunites that are available for children, youth, and families that live in Prince George's County. 24/7 Information and Resources Phone line, Systems Navigation/In-Home Service, Bi-Lingual, and Follow-Up Service. Just Call CFIC at 1-866-533-0680. Prince George's County Commission for Children, Youth & Families
Adult Education/GED     Diploma options/GED tests/Preparation courses     State of Maryland
Count On Us Math Homework Help Show  Produced by PGCPS; offers free math help Mondays and Wednesdays on PGCPS TV96 (Comcast) or TV38 (Verizon) PGCPS
Early Childhood Education  Head Start, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten education PGCPS
Free Tutoring for eligible students  Free tutoring available for certain students at Title 1 Schools    PGCPS
Free Homework Help | More help  Free academic tutoring with a valid library card PGCLMS 
Head Start      Education services for ages 3 -5 for eligible families PGCPS
iCan Shine Bike Camp Bike Camp for students with disabilities  View flyer Fairfax County, VA
Literacy Council   Free tutoring to learn how to read. Prince George's County Literacy Council
Test Prep Videos: HSA, MSA, AP, SAT  Produced by PGCPS; online videos for test preparation for elementary through high school students  PGCPS
 Leadership Cares  Outreach programs in youth-to-youth mentoring, literacy tutoring and hunger relief.    Leadership Cares 
Prince George's Community College  Offering two-year degrees, continuing education, licensure, etc.     PGCC 
SAT, Study Skills, Speed Reading Offers courses at locations in Prince George's County  Certified Learning Centers
Scholarships High school students are invited to write and illustrate a children's book that discusses the topics of tolerance and diversity. B’nai B’rith International
Employment    
USA JOBS/STUDENT JOBS  Students and Recent Graduates Educational Employment Federal Government
Hospitality and Tourism  Prince George's Community College offers degrees in Hospitality and Tourism      PGCC 

Job Corps
Education and Career Technical Training

Training in high growth occupations leading to industry recognized certifications and students can earn GED/HSD. Weekly orientation held on Mondays and Fridays in Largo, Laurel, and Waldorf. http://www.recruiting.jobcorps.gov

Phone: 410.625-8400

Six Flags Summer Employment  
Events (Community)  Events sponsored by the community of interest to PGCPS  
Interfaith Calendar  Primary sacred times for world religions  
A Family Festival Event   Prince George's Child Resource Center, Inc. is celebrating its 20th Anniversary.  Prince George's Child Resource Center, Inc.
Field Trips            
Environmental Education  Nature and environmental education in Prince George's County     M-NCPPC
Historical sites     Things to do in Prince George's County     M-NCPPC
Newseum  Newseum to offer free admission for visitors age 18 and under during summer months in DC Newseum
Financial 
Disaster Assistance    Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development 
Emergency Financial Assistance  Provides financial assistance if you are facing an eviction , utility cut-off, foreclosure, relocation after an eviction, or work-related expenses  Prince George's County
Grants:  Federal | State | Corporate, Private | For Students | Misc.   Grants for school systems, schools, teachers and scholarships for students PGCPS
Energy Assistance Program     Pays up to $500 for families of individuals experiencing financial hardship     Mary's Center
Health  
Home and Hospital Teaching  Provides instruction to students who are unable to participate in their school of enrollment due to a verified physical or emotional condition. Instruction may take place in the home, hospital, therapeutic center, and/or an alternative setting.  PGCPS
Health, Wellness and Fitness  A website dedicated to promoting health, wellness and fitness for adults and children PGCPS
Prince George's County Health Department  Provides health services to the residents of Prince George's County, including disease control, environmental health, individual health services for adolescents, adults and seniors, and women and children. Prince George's County 
School Health Services  Immunization requirements, medical forms, school-based services for Prince George's County students PGCPS
Teen Moms/New Teen Moms  The Teen Adolescent & Parenting (TAP) Program............301-669-6000 PGCPS
Housing  
Disaster Assistance    Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development 
 Emergency Housing  Emergency Shelters provide a clean and safe environment for individuals and families in Prince George's County.  Prince George's County
Fair Housing Help Fair Housing - You Have a Right to Live Where You Choose BNI
 Homeless Hotline   Toll Free 1-888-731-0999  Prince George's County
 Housing & Homeless Services  Provides Homelessness Prevention, Emergency Assistance, Utility Assistance, Emergency Food Assistance, Emergency Shelter, and Transitional Housing. Prince George's County
 Homeless Education   Education information for Students in Prince George's County PGCPS
Nutrition 
 Emergency Food Assistance   Food is provided to eligible individuals and families free of charge   Prince George's County
 Free and Reduced School Meals   School meals for eligible students PGCPS Food and Nutrition Services
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)    Provides households money to buy food.  Download brochure Capital Area Food Bank
Recreation
Harmony Hall Regional Center HH Winter Brochure | New classes: Drumming | International Cultures | Musical Comedy  
 M-NCPPC    Parks, Community Centers and Programs for Montgomery and Prince George's Counties  The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
  Prince George's County Dept of Parks and Recreation    Programs for Prince George's County Residents  Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation
Rube Goldberg Competition This school year, Magruder High School in Rockville, MD will be hosting its first nationally recognized Rube Goldberg Contest. This contest is open to all high school students in Mid-Atlantic region, and will take place on February 2, 2013. Teams of 3 or more students can work together to build a minimum of a 20 step 6'x6'x6' complex contraption to hammer in a nail. The winning team will win entrance to the national competition in March, as well as a cash prize. Feel free to contact us or our staff sponsor Andrew Kuehner at Andrew_W_Kuehner@mcpsmd.org.   More info at www.rubegoldberg.com  
 Xtreme Teens   Programs for teens  Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation
Safety    
Anti-Bullying  Anti-Bullying website     PGCPS
Gang Reference Card | en español  This quick and easy reference guide provides common warning signs of gang involvement. Department of Justice
 Solutions to Address Gang Crime CD- ROM, Version 2.1  The CD-ROM includes resources related to law enforcement responses for addressing gang activity, gang activity in specific populations, criminal behavior of gangs, and statistics and research on gangs.  Department of Justice
Keys2Drive   To help make the roadways safer for everyone, AAA has created a comprehensive teen driver safety website, Keys2Drive, which contains state-specific driving and licensing information for teens and their parents to guide families through the learning-to-drive process.  AAA Mid-Atlantic Public & Government Affairs
Summer Activities  Summer Camps and activities for students and parents Various community organizations