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Registration open for free DeKalb PAL virtual summer camp

Registration is now open for DeKalb Police Athletic League Virtual Summer Camp. The free program will run June 8 to July 31. AJC file photo
Registration is now open for DeKalb Police Athletic League Virtual Summer Camp. The free program will run June 8 to July 31. AJC file photo
By Juanita Love
June 3, 2020

Registration is now open for the inaugural DeKalb County Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) Plus Unit Virtual Summer Academy. The free program, created for youth ages 5-18, will run June 8 to July 31, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The program is hosted by the P.A.L. Unit. In the past, it officers did everything from taking youth on field trips and hosting sporting events to holding panel discussions with officers and community leaders. This year, because of COVID-19, the camp will be virtual. It will include a variety of virtual experiences including PAL fitness, cheerleading, virtual Gaming with a Cop, a talent show and more.

Register now at www.dekalbcountypalplus.org.

Information: 770-724-7724

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