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CCSO and K is for Kids Foundation
Team Up for Reading
Collier County children will have more books to read thanks to a book drive being conducted by the Collier County Sheriff’s Office and coinciding with its third community art exhibition.Read More…
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Team Up for Reading
Team Up for Reading
K is for Kids Delivers First Round of Books for School Libraries
K is for Kids Foundation delivered more than 1,100 books to local school librarians on May 6th during a county-wide meeting of Media Specialists at Gulf Coast High School in Naples.Read More…
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ARTISTS, AUTHORS AND AWARDS AT EXHIBITION RECEPTION
When middle school students in Collier County were given the unique opportunity to visually express the power of words in an upcoming art contest and exhibition sponsored by K is for Kids Foundation, one hundred and forty-two ‘tweens and teens responded with enthusiasmRead More…
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Opening Night Reception nears for “Power of the Word” Art Exhibition
Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the young artists whose work will be on exhibit at the Collier County Sheriff’s Office Art Gallery. The Opening Night Reception is this Thursday, April 21st from 5:00-6:30 p.m. Awards and prizes will be handed out beginning at […]Read More…
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Awards and Finalists Announced for “Power of the Word” Art Contest & Exhibition — Middle School Students Illustrate that Readers are Leaders in All Fields of Competition
The top awards and finalists have been announced for the “Power of the Word” Art Contest & Exhibition sponsored by K is for Kids Foundation for middle school students in Collier County. The inaugural competition offered ‘tweens and teens a unique way to visually […]Read More…
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Pizza for a Cause: Teen Council promotes Philanthropizza FUNdraiser
California Pizza Kitchen partners with the Teen Council to host PHILANTHROPIZZA! a FUNdraiser that provides an easy, flavorful way to support our cause. This Saturday, April 2nd, dine in or out at California Pizza Kitchen, Waterside Shops from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., hand […]Read More…
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Why we are Friends of the School Library
Libraries often provide the ONLY access some kids have to books. By making a tax-deductible donation to K is for Kids, you will be helping us purchase new books for close to 8,000 Collier County children to read, from toddlers to teens. Read More…
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“Power of the Word” Art Contest for Middle School Students in Collier County
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to illustrate the power of communication! Contest is open to all middle school students in Collier County. Deadline for entry is March 18th.Read More…
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Governor Rick Scott Proclaims February as Bring a Book, Bring a Friend for Children’s Literacy Month, Sending Greetings & Best Wishes to All Observing It
Governor Rick Scott proclaims February as Bring a Book, Bring a Friend for Children’s Literacy Month, sending greetings and best wishes to all observing it.Read More…
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K is for Kids® ON FOX 4 Morning Blend
K is for Kids® Founder, Karen D. Clawson, goes on Fox 4 Morning Blend to talk about “Bring a Book, Bring a Friend® for Children’s Literacy Month” running throughout February and how citizens can help enrich children’s lives one book at a time.Read More…
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