Entering the 23 – 24 school year, I cannot help but reflect on how much the Scholars’ programming has evolved. Since 2016, when I acquired
TCPS programming is underway. In our third week, we have about 30 scholars participating in the enrichment programming. We have changed the scheduling and expanded
Summer 2023 was a Blast! Fifty scholars enjoyed eight thematic units and activities weeks, including Sports Week, College Week, Superhero, and Luau. Our middle school
April showers bring May flowers! The scholars have been working hard to help the gardener with gardening work outside at least once a week. Gardening
Happy March! This month, the Scholars were able to learn about March Madness, National Women’s Month, and National Chip on your Dip Day. The Scholars
Happy February! The Scholars have been working on many activities, focusing on Black History Month and what this important time means to the scholars. Every
Happy 2023! The scholars have been working on many different activities this month. TCP is excited to announce the addition of an art specialist who
December is a time for celebrations, and Scholars have embraced many traditions this month. From Kwanzaa to Christmas to Hanukkah, the students learned of the
The TCP Scholars are pleased to announce that we have been selected for the 1619 Project Education Network. These activities for after-school educators give various entry
The TCP Scholars are excited to welcome Theresa McDuffie to our programming team. Ms. Theresa came to us by way of the 2022 summer SWAT
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