The Town of East Hartford and Justice Education Center Invite Local Girls to a One-Week Basketball Program
East Hartford, CT – The Town of East Hartford has once again partnered with The Justice Education Center, Inc. to bring the “Inspire” Girls Summer Basketball program to East Hartford. This one-week basketball program will bring girls entering grades 1st through 8th together in sport, fun, and friendship. The goal of the program is to connect young girls with women leaders who will help build self-esteem, motivate and inspire them, while having fun.
“Inspire” is open to East Hartford residents and will run from Monday, August 7 through Friday, August 11, 9 AM to 3 PM at the Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University (9 Riverside Drive). Snacks and lunch will be provided to all participants.
We recommend each participant bring a water bottle with their name on it, sneakers, and comfortable clothing. The clinic is planning one afternoon to one of the Town of East Hartford pools.
Registration for the basketball program is now open for East Hartford girls only at www.ehparks.org. The maximum number of participants is 80, registration is first come/first serve and will close Friday, August 4th at 3pm. Registration fee is $25 to ensure participation.
The Justice Education Center, Inc., is a 46-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities, improving public safety, and providing unique educational, training and enrichment opportunities. Its statewide policy and program initiatives stress character development, increased self-esteem, health, wellness and resiliency for children, youth, and young adults which include remediation, pre-apprenticeship technology training, college and employment preparation. The Justice Education Center’s website is https://www.justiceeducationcenter.org.
For more information about “Inspire” visit www.easthartfordct.gov or call Parks and Recreation at 860-291-7160.