There’s a new way for teens to stay active in Tacoma. Through September 1, sixth to eleventh graders can utilize a new program called Summer Teen Late Nights, for a free meal and various activities at locations throughout the city. FOX13
. Through September 1, sixth to eleventh graders can utilize a new program called Summer Teen Late Nights, for a free meal and various activities at locations throughout the city.
"We’re trying to figure out how we can keep kids safe year-round." School Board Vice President Korey Strozier said. The program will be run through Tacoma Public Schools in partnership with the YMCA, the Boys and Girls Club, Pierce County, the City of Tacoma, Metro Parks Tacoma, and non-profit Greentrike.
"We’ve lost 10 students this year, and that’s a lot." Strozier said. "So how do we get to a situation where this doesn’t continue to happen?" Teens can use the space from 5 to 10 p.m. each weeknight throughout the summer at 12 different locations, including:
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