In partnership with the City of Gaithersburg, the first bubble opened in the fall at the Bohrer Park Activity Center with just 6 teens willing to give it a try. Word traveled, and soon it filled to capacity with teens who had serious barriers to success with virtual learning from home. A second location is open at Casey Community Center. In addition to providing a connected learning station for each student, Identity staff are creating a community of  excitement, inspiration and accountability. Students say they are thriving with a regular schedule as they build bonds with each other and really connect to their classes.  Plus, they are engaged in enrichment activities like painting, outdoor recreation and volunteerism.  Most of all, these bubbles bring an incredibly diverse group of young people out of isolation and create a supportive learning community.  Will you help them continue to thrive this school year?

During this pandemic - Keep vulnerable students  connected to school, older youth to work and parents able to help them with a gift to Identity. You can donate securely online, or mail a check to Identity, c/o Nonprofit Village, 15800 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20855.