OEC Promotes River Safety
As springtime approaches and more people are inspired to get outdoors, canoeing and kayaking along the Potomac River become a popular pastime in the DC area.
Voices of Scholars: Love is Everywhere
(Kelley Thompson is a Program Specialist in FLOC’s Scholars Program.)
FLOC Scholars spent the month of February participating in a cultural exchange with students in Afghanistan. I
Check out the new FLOC.org!
On behalf of the entire team at FLOC, I am pleased to announce the re-launch of http://www.floc.org, with an all-new look and expanded content!
Biking in Wild Places
(Rob Stull is the Outreach Coordinator for the Outdoor Education Center.)
Are bicycles appropriate in wild places? According to The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), the answer is yes.
The Disparity in Education Funding
(Ellie Haga is FLOC’s Executive Assistant and Development Associate.)
A recent article in The Washington Post addressed the resource disparities that many of our school neighborhoods face.
OEC Challenge Course Meets, Exceeds Industry Standards
(Rob Stull is the Outreach Coordinator for the Outdoor Education Center.)
Maintaining the Outdoor Education Center’s High Ropes Challenge Course is an ongoing process.
FLOC Featured on 88.5 FM!
Tune your radios to 88.5 FM WAMU American University Radio!
For Love of Children is featured as the new Community Minute for the month of March! FLOC Executive Director
In Two Hours, You Can Change a Life
(Jennifer Doak tutors in the Tuesday Night Reading program and volunteered to blog about her experiences.)
Two hours isn’t really that much time, when you think about it.
Girl Scouts and OEC Partner to Build Character
(Rob Stull is the Outreach Coordinator for the Outdoor Education Center.)
“Girl Scouts of the USA is the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls—all girls—
Tutor Spotlight: Peyton Ware, In His Own Words
(FLOC is recognizing outstanding tutors who have shown enthusiasm and commitment to their student(s) in a series of articles called “Tutor Spotlight.” Peyton is a tutor in the Saturday Morning program.)