KVPAC’s Spring Break Camps!
KVPAC presents ARTstravaganza: Spring into Art Spring Break Camps March 15th through March 19th. Children ages 3-12 can turn their inner artist loose & take a creative journey exploring many facets of the arts: theatre, drama, storytelling, painting, music, clay & more. Children prepare a special presentation on the last day for family & friends. AM and PM camps have different projects. Campers are divided by age. Full-day campers bring a lunch & are supervised between camps at no extra charge. Please visit www.kvpac.org for camp details.
The Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center is located at 2501 S. Mason Rd #290, (located in the Great Southwest Equestrian).
Prepared Childbirth Class at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital will be holding a one day class at 12:00 pm on March 13th to provide future parents the tools needed to make their birth experience the best it can be. Become educated with factual information about pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the post partum period. Fees are $70 per person/couple. Call 713-222-2273.
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital is located at 23900 Katy Freeway.
Katy ISD Board Approves Volunteer Enrollment Option for Seven Lakes and Cinco Ranch High School Students
The Katy ISD Board of Trustees approved a recommendation Monday night to provide families impacted by the Attendance Boundary Modification a one-time Volunteer Enrollment Option (VEO), which would allow those students grandfathered to remain at their current high school to instead choose to move to the new high school.
“After spending hours researching all our options and the systemic implications that volunteering could possibly cause, I believe that we have developed a Volunteer Enrollment Option that will serve the best interests of our students and families, as well as the district,” says Katy ISD superintendent Alton Frailey.
Families wishing to apply for the VEO will need to do so between March 1 and March 12. Information about the VEO application process, as well as the necessary forms and guidelines can be found on the district’s Web site.
In addition, the district will hold an informational meeting for those interested in the VEO on Monday, March 1, at 6:30 p.m. in room 1200 at the Katy ISD Education Support Center, located at 6301 S. Stadium Lane. Those wishing to attend are encouraged to RSVP online.
In other action, the Board of Trustees approved the administration’s recommendation to modify the attendance boundaries for Seven Lakes, Cinco Ranch and Taylor High Schools. Developed after hundreds of hours of staff work and an unprecedented community engagement process that included five public workshops and opportunities for online input, the new boundaries will help relieve overcrowding at Seven Lakes High School.
Details of the recommendation can be found at the district’s Web site on the Attendance Boundary Modification webpage.
5th Annual Making a Difference Together Disability Conference
The 5th Annual Making a Difference Together Parent Conference and Resource Fair co-sponsored by Family to Family Network and the Katy ISD Special Education Department, will be held on Saturday, February 27th at the Morton Ranch High School.
This FREE conference is offered to parents of children (age birth to adult) with any type of disability, will cover a variety of educational, medical, and family-based topics relevant to raising a child with a disability. Four breakout sessions will be available, with more than 20-25 topics per session. A number of presentations will be offered in Spanish.
“This conference allows parents to gain an understanding of valuable information that will enable them to make informed, educated decisions – and become strong advocates for their children,” said Mary Jane Williams, executive director of Family to Family Network. “We are fortunate to have the support of so many experienced professionals that have an abundance of informationto share with parents.”
Doors will open at 8:00 am on conference day. Breakout sessions will run from 9:00 am to 4:15 pm. For a complete list of presentations and to register online, go to www.familytofamilynetwork.org (click on Special Events) or call 713-466-6304. Athouh walk-ins are welcome on the day of the event, pre-registration is recommended.
The conference also receives support from Rotary Club of Katy Sunrise, Houston Endowment, and Newfield Foundation. The Mission of Family to Family Network is to help families of children with disabilities by providing information, training, referral, and support. Family to Family Network is a 501@3 non profit organization.
Lunar New Year Wonderweek at the Children’s Museum
The Children’s Museum of Houston Celebrates the Year of the Tiger with exciting activities and performances February 11th -17th. The tiger is revered by the ancient Chinese as the sign which protects family. Learn more about this Lunar New Year celebration with interactive activities and a spectacular Lion Dance performance.
ON-GOING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
• Chinese Red and Yellow Bracelet: Fold paper in the traditional Chinese colors to make a fabulous bracelet.
• Dancing Dragon Toy: Make your own paper version of the dancing dragon like the ones usually worn in parades during the Lunar New Year.
• Tiger Craft: Make a paper bag puppet to celebrate the Year of the Tiger.
• Leap into the Sky: Visit the Science Station as they explore the characteristics which make fireworks brilliant: noise, color, smoke, and projection. Find out how fireworks are made to create these dynamic effects.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
• Spotlight Performance: Lion Dance. Enjoy an authentic Lion Dance in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
Thursday, Feb. 11: 6:30 p.m. during Free Family Night.
Saturday, Feb. 13: 2 p.m
For more information visit http://www.cmhouston.org/lunar/.
Green Thumb Seminar: Fruits and Nuts
The Fort Bend Master Gardeners sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service will present “Fruits and Nuts” as the February program in the Green Thumb Series on Thursday evening, February 11, 2010. Learn about chill hours, pollination requirements, disease control, and planting tips as well as varieties that do well in Fort Bend County. The seminar will be from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Cinco Ranch at the “Lake House” located at 25202 Springwood Lake Drive in Katy . The seminar is free to all, no pre-registration required. Anyone with an interest is encouraged to attend. For more information please call 281-341-7068 or visit www.fbmg.com.
KVPAC’s Family Art Workshop: Swimmy
Family Arts Workshop at KVPAC are alot of fun for everyone. Families enjoy workshops TOGETHER! Each workshop is based on a featured book followed by an activity as noted. On February 19th from 5:oo pm to 7:oo pm is a dramatic reading based on the book by Leo Lionni followed by a very fishy art workshop! A parent must attend with their child. Parents are free, $15 for the first child & $10 for siblings. Register online at www.kvpac.org. For more information, contact Lisa Connolly, KVPAC Marketing Director, 281-829-2787 or at lconnolly@KVPAC.org.
The Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center is located at 2501 S. Mason Rd #290, (located in the Great Southwest Equestrian) in Katy.
Cinco Ranch High School Junior Parent Night
Cinco Ranch High School Junior parent night has been schedule for February 11th. It will be held in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Cinco Ranch High School counselors will be there to give you important information to help you and your student prepare for their senior year.
Cinco Ranch High School-Performing Arts Center, 23440 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy.
Ties and Tiaras, A Fundraiser for the KEYS Scholarship Program
On February 18th you won’t want to miss Ties and Tiaras. This annual event is hosted to fund scholarships for graduating seniors who have participated in the district’s KEYS mentor program for at least two years. The event will also recognize the Katy ISD KEYS mentors of the year, honoring their years of service and dedication to students. Guests will be treated to hors d’oeuvres and beverages provided by Hasta La Pasta, and from 6:00-7:30 may bid on a beautiful collection of Katy ISD student artwork and gift baskets during a silent auction. Joining Hasta La Pasta in supporting the KEYS Scholarship Program are Firethorne, Tradition Bank, Brazos Valley School Credit Union, Members Choice Credit Union, Memorial Hermann Hospital Katy and Perry Cummins.
The event will be held at Agave Road, 1010 FM 1463 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. For more information, go to www.katyisd.org or contact Martha Brown at marthabrown@katyisd.org or 281-396-2468.
Faith West Academy Annual Community Open House
Faith West Academy, located at 2225 Porter Road in Katy, will host its Annual Community Open House on Saturday, January 23, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Faith West Academy is an accredited, inter-denominational, private Christian school that started educating youth in 1982. Faith West Academy offers a strong core curriculum for Preschool (age 3) through 12th grade. Accelerated courses are offered for 7th -12th grade students. A competitive athletic program, under TAPPS accreditation, is available for our high school students, as well as performing & visual arts, choir, band, and cheerleading. For information, please contact FWA at 281-391-5683 281-391-5683 x229 or visit our website at www.faithwest.org.
KVPAC’s Family Art Workshop: Frank the Monster
Family Arts Workshop at KVPAC are alot of fun for everyone. Families enjoy workshops TOGETHER! Each workshop is based on a featured book followed by an activity as noted. On February 6th from 5:oo pm to 7:oo pm is Monster Pinata! A parent must attend with their child. Parents are free, $15 for the first child & $10 for siblings. Register online at www.kvpac.org. For more information, contact Lisa Connolly, KVPAC Marketing Director, 281-829-2787 or at lconnolly@KVPAC.org.
The Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center is located at 2501 S. Mason Rd #290, (located in the Great Southwest Equestrian) in Katy.
City of Katy Boot Camp
City of Katy Boot Camp will be available at Katy City Park on Tuesday and Thursdays at 6:00 – 7:00 am and 7:00 – 8:00 am. Cost is $15 per individual session or $96 per month. All sessions will consist of both circuit training and muscle building exercises. There will be 2 one-hour sessions per week to focus on: Muscle Building, Tone & Definition, and Weight Loss. Additional Options Available: Body Fat Measurements, Customized Diet Plans, Physical & Sports Rehabilitation, Diet & Nutrition Consulting (Diabetes, Allergies, etc.), Prepackaged Food Meals (Customized to Individual Fitness & Diet Goals). Trainer Contact Information: John Handrick, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Cell: 832-876-3862 832-876-3862; Email: jbh@mybodywise.com.
2010 Children’s Art & Poetry Contest
Children ages 6 – 12 who live in Harris, Fort Bend or Montgomery County are eligible to participate in an annual art and poetry contest.
Deadline to submit work is March 31, 2010, but children will receive 5 points which will count toward their total score if they submit their work prior to March 15th.
Children are encouraged to submit their work as soon as possible as it will be posted on the web site (no names will be shown on the entries as independent judges will be judging the entries on their merit alone and will not be given the names of the children).
There are three categories – art (1st – 2nd grade), art (3rd – 5th grade) and poetry (3rd – 5th grade).
Gift certificates to Memorial City Mall will be awarded to the children with winning entries as follows:
Best of Show—$200
1st Place—$150
2nd Place—$100
3rd Place—$75
Honorable Mention-$50
For more information, contact contest director, Linda Moore – 281-582-3986 or lmoore@hal-pc.org.
Spring into the Arts at KVPAC through January 13th!
Thanks to overwhelming community support last year, KVPAC is able to offer a special discount!
Register one student for a spring class of your choice and the second student gets 50% off. Registrants do not need to be related and students do not need to be enrolled in the same class. Both students must be registered together in person or by calling 281-829-2787 by January 13th. No other discounts apply to 2nd registrant.
This offer is based on class availability. The 50% offer excludes: Academic PreK, Imagine That, Family Art Blasts, Academy & COMPANY.
One Week Only – Offer expires Wednesday, January 13th!! Open to the first 25 registrants to respond.
Make your choice from the following selection:
PreK Class
Mom & Me Music AND Art! Ages 18 months – 5 years
Theatre Classes
Bugs Ages 5-9
Lemonade Ages 6-10
Circus Circus Ages 5-9
Emperor’s New Clothes Ages 8-12
Show Choir Ages 8-16
Acting ABC’s Ages 11-16
Acting Up! Ages 6-11
Drama Queens Ages 5-9
Stage Management Ages 12-18
Art Classes
Art Smart! Ages 3-5 and 5-7
Creative Clay Studio Ages 7-Adult
Drawing to the Max Ages 9-12
Master Clay Ages 8-Adult
Paint to Mozart Ages 6-8 and 8-12
Ready, Set, Draw Ages 7-9 and 9-12
World of Art Ages 7-12
Young @ Art Ages 7-10
Adult Art Classes
Master Clay Studio
Photography Review
Art for the Soul: Mosaics
Art for the Soul: Wet & Wild
I9 Sports Programs Registration
Registration is now open for the Winter 2010 Flag Football & Soccer leagues running January 9th through March 6th at Beck Jr. High in Cinco Ranch in Katy and Winter 2010 Basketball & Cheer leagues running January 16th through March 6th at Pattison Elementary in South Katy. Their number one goal is for the children to have a positive, fun experience that will encourage them to continue to play sports. You will find that I9 Sports is an exciting alternative to “traditional” leagues because they offer the features you value most:
* Unsurpassed organization and communication;
* Emphasis on fun that places the kids’ needs first;
* Focus on basic skills, sportsmanship (lessons taught and medals awarded weekly) and team play;
* Convenience (practices and games on the same day at the same time each week; 8 week seasons);
* Inclusiveness (equal playing time for every player, every game);
* No additional fees or fundraisers;
* Commitment to safety (background checks on all coaches and professional referees);
* Teach the fundamentals of the sports and emphasize having fun… and boys and girls love it;
* All teams are organized into division based on age, size and skill level.
They offer Sports Leagues/Camps during the Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and will be adding additional venues in South Cypress/North Katy and Sugarland this coming Spring. For more information, visit www.i9sports.comor call the Program Director, Denny Daniels, at 281-398-PLAY (7529).
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Fruit Tree Sale & Symposium
The Agrilife Extension Texas A&M System Fruit Tree Sale & Symposium will be held on January 16th from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. The Symposium, Fruit Trees for the Gulf Coast by Ethan Natelson, is free and open to the public. There will also be pruning and grafting demonstrations and Q&A Sessions.
The Fruit & Nut Tree sale is from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in the gardens and features the best varieties of apple, avocado, berry, citrus, fig, peach, pear, persimmon, pomegranate and pecan trees for Harris County.
For more information, click here or call 281-855-5600.
The sale location is 3033 Bear Creek Drive, Houston, TX 77084.
CrossPoint Church 7th Annual Preschool Fair
The 7th annual Preschool Fair, sponsored by the MOMS Club of Katy-SE is scheduled for Saturday, January 23rd. The fair will be held at CrossPoint Church located at 700 S. Westgreen Blvd. in Katy, and run from 10 am to 12 noon. If you’re thinking of sending your little one to preschool in September, this is the perfect opportunity to check out all the local programs. More than fifty local preschool and Mother’s Day Out programs have been invited to come to one location to provide information and answer questions for Katy area parents. For additional information e-mail momsclubofkatyse@yahoo.com.
