Middle schoolers and cousins Mykia Charles and Aionna Butler discuss their experiences in Anacostia Park. Mykia has been coming to the park for a long time; for Aionna, it's her first time. Both of them enjoy skating and meeting up with family in the Park. They remember falling down while skating. "This is a fun park ... but bring some kneepads!"
Eleven-year-old Arajae McRae talks about why she likes Anacostia Park. It's a place where she can play basketball, skate, and gather with her friends and family. She describes it as her favorite park that she's ever been to. Arajae discusses why she likes her best friend, why she likes math, and what she wants to be when she grows up: "I have a lot of options."
Fourth grader NaZir Howard discusses what he likes about Anacostia Park. He's been coming for about a month, and enjoys skating, the events, and the basketball courts. He likes to skate because it allows him to express himself and it's okay to make mistakes. He talks about how the Park should include more go-go in the music they play. He ends with a word to his friends: "if you ever feel the need to come skating, this is the spot!"