Harris' Heroes

Bertie Harley, a beloved crossing guard in Prince George’s County for almost 50 years, died recently.

Leon Harris introduces Ms. Kimberly Parker from the BASIS DC.

The Grassroot Project teaches students about physical, nutritional and mental health by incorporating physical activity. In the past, college athletes ran the activities during PE at D.C. schools. The program has now gone virtual. News4’s Leon Harris spoke with the director of programs about how they’re continuing their mission.

Like every other school, the Carlos Rosario school in D.C. has transitioned to virtual learning during the pandemic. But online learning can be particularly difficult for adult immigrants trying to learn English. News4’s Leon Harris has more on the challenges facing their students during the pandemic.

Cousin Wayne is running a cleaning service staffed entirely by neighborhood kids who cannot find summer jobs during the coronavirus pandemic. News4’s Leon Harris reports.

A Montgomery County organization is bringing people together to during the pandemic. Leon Harris reports Empowering the Ages allows people from older and younger generations to connect.

This week on Harris’ Heroes, News4’s Leon Harris is celebrating postal workers and their work in our communities through the pandemic.

News4’s Leon Harris celebrates local mailmen and women who make their communities better on Postal Worker Appreciation Day.

The deaf community are disproportionately impacted by mask requirements during the time of COVID-19. News4’s Leon Harris reports on how the National Children’s Center Early Learning Center are working to provide clear masks for those who lip-read.

Many kids are missing out on big birthday parties with their friends, so Princess Perfect is bringing the party to kids in isolation. Leon Harris reports.

Generation Hope helps teen parents get their college degrees. Leon Harris reports during the pandemic, mentors have still been supporting their scholars through virtual lessons.

Project Youth COVID-19 Relief Organization is a group of teenagers helping hospitals get personal protective equipment. News4’s Leon Harris reports.

An Arlington County teacher is coming up with creative ways to keep her students engaged during distance learning. News4’s Leon Harris introduces Nicole Croce.