Category Archives: Middle Schoolers

August 24, 2026 · 10:29 am

Enter to Win a Fall Season of Rowing with TBC Racing ($1,200 Value)!

Looking for a new sport for your middle schooler? Here’s their chance to get out on the Potomac and discover rowing!

TBC Racing is giving away one full registration to its Fall 2026 Middle School Discover Rowing program — a $1,200 value!

The DC-based nonprofit rowing club serves middle and high school athletes throughout the region. Their programs give young athletes the opportunity to challenge themselves, become part of a team, and experience DC from an entirely different perspective — from the water. Designed for kids ages 12+ with little or no previous rowing experience, Discover Rowing introduces athletes to the fundamentals of the sport while building fitness, confidence, teamwork, and new friendships.

Over the eight-week season, athletes will learn the basics of the rowing stroke, boat handling, water safety, and how to work together as a crew — all while training on the Potomac River in the heart of DC. The season wraps up with an opportunity to put those new skills to work and race in the Tail of the Potomac regatta on October 31!

The Fall 2026 Middle School Discover Rowing program runs from September 7 to October 31. Practices are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 4-6:30pm, at Thompson’s Boat Center in Georgetown. An indoor training facility at the Watergate is available when weather prevents rowing outdoors.

Visit the TBC Racing website for more information and registration. And be sure to enter the giveaway for a chance to win a full Fall 2026 Middle School Discover Rowing season and give your child the opportunity to discover their new favorite sport!

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GIVEAWAY! For a chance to win one full registration to the TBC Racing Fall 2026 Middle School Discover Rowing program ($1,200 value), simply leave a comment below telling me the activity your family is looking forward to most this fall. This giveaway will run through August 31, 2026, then a winner will be picked at random and notified shortly thereafter. Good luck!

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This giveaway is sponsored by TBC Racing, however, I only promote programs, places, and events that I genuinely believe in and think would appeal to KFDC readers.

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March 14, 2023 · 9:45 am

Percy Jackson-Inspired Summer Adventures at Camp Half-Blood & Camp Jupiter

Camp Half-Blood and Camp Jupiter are summer camp experiences unlike any other. Inspired by the “summer camp for young demigod heroes” in the Percy Jackson book series, the award-winning programs aim to bring the exciting adventures of literature to life for kids. From June 26 – August 18, they will be offered for seven, week-long sessions to rising 2nd – 9th graders right in Rock Creek Park!

Campers have the opportunity to learn about and explore the ancient myths and legends of different cultures around the world. From the story of Zeus and the gods of Olympus, to the tales of Eastern deities, and the myths of the Native American tribes, your child will be transported to a world of adventure and imagination.

On a typical day, campers will solve ancient riddles, play tabletop roleplaying games, take a break for a snack, and then battle an army of monsters wearing their custom-crafted armor. Experienced and knowledgeable counselors lead campers on a journey through the myths and help them discover the lessons and values that these stories have to offer.

Founded in Brooklyn in 2010, Camp Half-Blood has since expanded to multiple states, with programs in 13 locations and online. This is the fifth summer it is being offered locally in Rock Creek Park. Cost is $525 per week, and families may register for as many weeks as they like.

There is a special running right now: Register for two weeks before April 1, and receive a 50% discount on the third week!

Visit the website for more information and registration for Camp Half-Blood and Camp Jupiter. Or to book a one-on-one call with a member of their team, email info@plato-learning.com.

This post is sponsored by Plato Learning LLC, however, I only promote programs, places, and events that I genuinely believe in and think will appeal to KFDC readers.

Fun for FALL at Imagination Stage

Imagination Stage has been a beloved and trusted theatre for 43 years! Their fall classes provide an ideal setting for nurturing creativity, exploring the arts, and making new friends and great memories. Registration is now open for 6- and 10-week classes as well as one-day workshops in acting, musical theatre, performance, dance, and filmmaking for ages 1-18. They are conveniently located in Bethesda, just minutes from the Metro.

The skilled and fun-loving teaching artists are dedicated to the Imagination Stage mission of empowering all young people to discover their voice and identity through the performing arts. Financial aid is available.

For full class information, visit the website.

Early Childhood Classes
Check out some of the classes and workshops for children ages 1-5, which focus on providing fun and developmentally-appropriate experiences!

You & Me: On the Farm (12-23 months)

Saturday Song Circle: We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt (ages 1-5)

Sunday Fun Day: Not Quite Narwhal (ages 1-5)

You & Me: Creating with Color (24-36 months)

Heroes, Royalty, & Dragons (ages 3-4)

NEW Drama & Music/Drama & Música (Bilingual) (ages 4-5)

Broadway Boogie (Ages 4-5)

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Elementary School Aged Classes
Kids can embrace the fun, whether they’re dancing to Disney tunes or learning comedic timing 101!

Creative Drama: Star Wars Adventures (grades K-1)

Drama and Music: Jungle Tales (grades K-1)

Mini Broadway Song & Dance (grades K-1)

Creative Drama: Myths and Magic (grades 2-3)

Comedy Kids (grades 2-3)

Dance: Newsies (grades 2-3)

FUNdamentals of Musical Theatre (grades 4-5)

Improv Theatre Games (grades 4-5)

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Teen Classes
Middle and high school aged students have a chance to hone their skills and have some fun in Dance, Acting and Musical Theatre, Training and Performance, Filmmaking, or Access classes!

NEW Freedom Choir (grades 5-12)

FUNdamentals of Filmmaking (grades 6-8)

“Have at Thee!” – Shakespeare Scenes & Combat (grades 6-12)

Dance Academy: Technique and Flexibility (grades 6-12)

Voice & Dance: Rock/Pop Musicals (grades 7-9)

Musical Theatre Performance (grades 9-12)

Access Voice Acting (ages 13-21)*

*Imagination Stage provides equitable access to all programming, from added inclusion supports to peer-group access classes in order to provide the most successful experience for each student.