Author Archives: KEEPAC

January 2018 Update from the KEEPAC

Posted on February 4, 2018 by KEEPAC

CASINO – Thanks to all the volunteers! Thank you to everyone who took time off their busy schedule and volunteered for the Casino December 17 and 18. Some families even did two or more shifts! Your time and effort is really appreciated. … Continue reading →

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Creation Space

Posted on December 3, 2017 by KEEPAC

Contributed by Cheryl West-Hicks You know those places you can’t wait to share. They seem too good to be true. “Is it possible that I could be the one to introduce someone to this gem?” you think, imagining your heroism. … Continue reading →

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We have a Walkable School

Posted on November 20, 2017 by KEEPAC

A few weeks ago we asked how your children get to school, whether they walk, bike/scooter/skateboard, take a family vehicle or taxi, or take the bus. Of those that took the survey (which represents approx 25% of the students in … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Canadian Down Syndrome Awareness Week

Posted on November 8, 2017 by KEEPAC

This week was a bit of a big deal in our world. You see, yesterday marked the last day of Canadian Down Syndrome Awareness Week! Each year, from November 1st to 7th we help educate our friends and family about … Continue reading →

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We’re on Facebook (again)!

Posted on November 2, 2017 by KEEPAC

KEEPAC has had a Facebook account for a few years, but it wasn’t updating properly. That’s been fixed so now everything posted here will come through to our page there. If you follow us on Facebook, or on Twitter, you’ll … Continue reading →

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Update from the King Edward Elementary Parent Advisory Council – October 2017

Posted on October 31, 2017 by KEEPAC

Who is the 2017/18 KEEPAC         Position Name (kids in Grade) Position Name (kids in Grade) Chair Camilla L.N. (3, 6) Vice Chair Heidi C. (1, 2, 4, 6) Treasurer Cheryl W.H. (K, 2) Secretary Elena P. … Continue reading →

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Christmas Present Ideas

Posted on October 31, 2017 by KEEPAC

Some great Christmas present suggestions from a KEE mom. Continue reading →

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After School Art Class for Kids at the Strathcona Community Hall

Posted on October 30, 2017 by KEEPAC

For kids 6 and up, these classes are offered by Berna Ponich, our artist in residence at King Edward Elementary. Late fall session – Learn To Make – Artist Trading Cards – $80   Wednesdays Nov 1st to 22nd (no class Nov 9th); 4:00 – 5:15, or … Continue reading →

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Are you visited by the Switch Witch?

Posted on October 28, 2017 by KEEPAC

An introduction to the “Switch Witch,” a friendly witch that visits kids at Halloween. Continue reading →

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Free LEGO Event this Saturday

Posted on October 25, 2017 by KEEPAC

Looking for a fun, FREE activity to do this Saturday? Toys r’ Us is having another “make & take” event at any of their 3 locations around the city this Saturday, October 28, starting at 11 AM. Kids will make … Continue reading →

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