{"id":5833,"date":"2019-09-16T21:22:44","date_gmt":"2019-09-17T05:22:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/communications.blogs.kpbsd.k12.ak.us\/?p=5833"},"modified":"2019-09-16T21:22:44","modified_gmt":"2019-09-17T05:22:44","slug":"community-resources-parents-youth-thankyou","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kpbsd.org\/schools\/comm-test\/2019\/09\/16\/community-resources-parents-youth-thankyou\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Resources for parents and youth #ThankYou"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Sources<\/a>KPBSD celebrates the sources of strength offered in our communities who are rising up to assist our families and youth.\u00a0#ThankYou<\/a><\/strong>
\n *Kindly add resources you know about in the comments on @KPBSD Facebook<\/a>. KPBSD is continuing to receive additional places and groups and will add to this post.<\/strong>
\nCommunity Resources
\nKPBSD posts fliers as a community service. Such postings do not constitute an endorsement of the content or viewpoints expressed therein.<\/em>
\nKenai Peninsula Food Bank<\/a>
\nWill offer kid friendly lunches in the Fireweed Dining Room and extend hours, if necessary, and will offer dinners with the funds have available to provide evening meals: 1 hour serving time and simple meals. The Food Bank will also put together food packages that can be used for lunches at home\u2013bread, peanut butter, etc. For more information please contact: 262-3111.
\nKenai and Soldotna activities in support of parents and youth:
\nOrca Theater<\/a>
\nFinding Nemo at Noon on Tuesday, $3 admission per person
\nKeep checking the Facebook page. Will be adjusting show times and movies depending on how the strike goes.
\nJumpin’ Junction AK<\/a>
\n$2 off bounce, golf or Virtual Reality for school aged kids, K-12. Normally closed on Mondays, but will be open on Mondays through the strike to offer an exercise and activity option for kids.
\nKenai Little League<\/a>\u00a0Baseball:
\nFall Ball will still proceed as planned as it is not connected with the school nor is it on school property.
\nRiver City Cheer & Gymnastics<\/a>\u00a0Day Camp staring 9\/17 until classes resume. Full day 8-5 $75; 1\/2 day 8-12:30 or 12:30 -5 $40. Member rates: Full day $65, 1\/2 day $35. Limited space, register early. frontdesk@rivercity.net; 260-9990, For more information:\u00a0www.rivercitycheer.net<\/a>\u00a0or visit us on FaceBook.
\nSterling
\nSolid Rock Bible Camp<\/a>
\nSolid Rock is planning Day Camps!
\n\u2022 When: Tuesday & Wednesday, September 17-18. 8:00-5:00 (extended hours available)
\n\u2022 Who: Munchkins (K-2 grade) and Juniors (3-6 grade).
\n\u2022 Cost: $30\/day plus $5 each for extended hours. Second child discounts available.
\n\u2022 Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, and lots of fun!
\nLike and follow our Facebook page for updates! Registration will open Monday, September 16, at noon. Go to our website to register.\u00a0www.solidrockbiblecamp.com<\/a>
\nThe fine print:
\n\u2022 Because this is primarily offered to meet the needs of families affected by the KPBSD Teachers\u2019 Strike, we ask that homeschool families and those unaffected by the strike not to register. You can ask to be put on the waiting list!
\n\u2022 If a bargain is reached before Tuesday, the day camp will be cancelled.
\n\u2022 Because of the uncertainty regarding the duration of the strike, kids with food allergies will need to bring their own meals.
\n\u2022 Children need to be able to use the bathroom unassisted.
\n\u2022 We will be outside, rain or shine so kids must bring everything on the gear list (found in the comments below and when you register).
\n\u2022 Is your child in Jr. High or High School and has worked at Solid Rock in the summer? Let us know if they can help!
\nKenai\/Soldotna\/Sterling\/Nikiski child care:
\nKenai Fellowship:
\nA team of volunteers in place at Kenai Fellowship mile 8.5 Spur Hwy from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Tuesday through Friday with a mini VBS snacks lunch and safe place for parents in need. We can manage 30 kids and will be praying for an end to the strike. If there are parents in need of child care or interested helpers (must have background check verification from a church or other reputable organization on the peninsula), contact Deanna 953-2834.
\nHomer:
\nPaul Banks PTA organized a Pop-Up childcare K-2. Looking for volunteers to sign up:\u00a0https:\/\/signup.com\/…\/invitation2\/secure\/2960306\/false<\/a>…
\nCity of Homer Parks & Recreation<\/a>\u00a0Community Recreation will have extended hours activities at the SPARC for kids, 9 AM \u2013 1 PM.
\nHomer Public Library<\/a>\u00a0is adding extra programs and continuing their summertime bagged food program with the\u00a0Homer Food Pantry<\/a>
\nThe Kevin Bell Arenda is adding extra hours for open skate
\nCheck\u00a0www.KBayAHA.com<\/a>\u00a0for more info on these and other options in the Southern Kenai Peninsula area
\nNikiski:
\nThe Compass Coffeehouse<\/a>
\nDuring the upcoming school closure, The Compass Coffeehouse and The Compass Drop-In will be open as usual:
\nSunday: Closed
\nMonday-Friday: Coffeehouse 6:30am-1:30 pm; Drop-In 2:30-6:00 pm.
\nSaturday: Coffeehouse 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m; Drop-In closed
\nNikiski Nazarene Church:
\nIn response to the incredible need for families to provide solutions for children during school closures, Nikiski Church of the Nazarene is offering a Day Camp (VBS-style) from 8:30am-4:00pm starting Tuesday.
\nNikiski Church of the Nazarene is planning Day Camp
\n(Vacation Bible School-style)
\n\u2022 When: Starting Tuesday, September 17-18. 8:30-4:00 (extended hours unavaialble)
\n\u2022 Who: K-5th Grade
\n\u2022 Cost: Free
\n\u2022 Includes: All activities, crafts, and snacks
\n\u2022 EXCLUDES: Lunch. Please provide a sack lunch for your child that is CLEARLY marked with their name. A freezer, refrigerator, & microwave will be available with adult assistance. Please ensure the lunch is PEANUT-FREE as we are not able to make special accommodations for allergies.
\nSee our Facebook page for updates! Registration will open Monday, September 17, at 6:00pm at\u00a0www.nikiski.church.<\/a>
\nThe fine print:
\n\u2022 Because this is primarily offered to meet the needs of families affected by the closure of schools, we ask that homeschool families and those unaffected by the strike not to register. You can ask to be put on the waiting list!
\n\u2022 If a bargain is reached before Tuesday, the day camp will be cancelled.
\n\u2022 Because of the uncertainty regarding the duration of the strike, kids with food allergies will need to bring their own snacks & meals.
\n\u2022 Children need to be able to use the bathroom unassisted.
\n\u2022 We will be outside, rain or shine so kids must bring everything on the gear list.
\nSpace is extremely limited.
\nWe are only able to accommodate 30 children for Tuesday, September 17, 2019. This number may be updated on additional days depending on background checked\/ abuse trained volunteers.
\nOnly those who have successfully completed the online registration are secured a spot.
\nPlease do not attempt to DROP-IN if no online regisytration spots are available.
\nIf you do not plan to participate after registering, please contact us ASAP to allow space for another child.
\nNo shows directly impact another family\u2019s ability to participate.
\n\"City<\/a>
\n\"Nikiski\"<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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