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VPA Summer Bridge (Suitland and Northwestern High School)

Program Description

The Visual and Performing Arts Summer Bridge program is open to all incoming 9th and 10th graders who applied, auditioned and were accepted into the VPA program at Northwestern High School.The Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) Summer Bridge Program is a dedicated initiative designed to provide a comprehensive orientation and foundational experience for students entering the specialized VPA curriculum at Northwestern High School. This intensive program is exclusively open to all incoming 9th and 10th-grade students who have successfully navigated the rigorous application and audition process and have received an official acceptance into the highly selective VPA program.

Who Should Apply

Open to all incoming 9th and 10th graders who applied, auditioned and were accepted into the VPA program at Northwestern High School.

How To Apply

The VPA Program Coordinator will share registration information for the VPA Summer Bridge with eligible students.

Contact Information

Temisha Kinard, Summer Coordinator

temisha.kinnard@pgcps.org

301-808-8256

Class Sessions

Forestville High School - July 6- July 9, 2026 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.

Northwestern High School - August 10 - August 14, 2026 9:00 -1:00 pm

Location

Forestville High School

Northwestern High School

Cost/Accommodation
  • There is no cost for this program.
  • Breakfast will be provided.
  • Transportation will not be provided.