Dear KP Students and Parents/Guardians,
Thank you for your interest in KP CARES! We are the school community service club. Our mission is to give back to the King Philip and West Hartford communities through our various activities and fundraising. Our club will be led by Mrs. Martin (6th grade, Intensive Education) and Mrs. Gallagher (6th/7th grade, Sapphire team).
Meetings will be held after school every other Tuesday from 3-4 pm in room 20 (across from the small cafe).
Students will work together on projects and planning. Throughout the year we will be looking for parent volunteers to help with transportation and facilitating club projects.
I can’t make it to all the meetings. Can I still be a part of KP Cares?
Of course! This year we are starting on Tuesdays but may add additional days to alternate our meetings. We hope this helps accommodate students in KP Singers, Beaux Strings, etc. so they are able to participate occasionally. We would love to see you as often as possible but attending every meeting is not required. You are always welcome at KP Cares events even if you are unable to attend meetings!
I cannot go (or don’t want to go) to all the events, can I still join?
Yes, you can still join even if you cannot attend one or more events. You can help with any of the fundraising activities and planning prior to the day of service. The more help we have to prepare for events, the better our projects are!
How can Parents/Guardians help?
Parents and guardians can help by donating items to our various projects (clothing, toiletries, toys, etc.). Adults can also help transport students on the day of project events. We invite parents to stay with the students while they serve. Unfortunately, KP teachers MAY NOT transport students so parent transportation support is needed and greatly appreciated. As events are approaching, Mrs. Gallagher will be send out emails requesting parent help. If you would like to receive these emails, please provide an email address on the response form or by emailing one of the advisors.
How will information be communicated?
Mrs. Martin and Mrs. Gallagher will communicate with students and parents using our KP email and Google Classroom. Our classroom code is tl3yh46 for anyone who would like to join! We also have a Google Phone number that will be available for use during events. More information will be provided around the event dates. Please feel free to send any questions or concerns using email throughout the school year. Students: you should also listen for morning announcements regarding upcoming KP CARES meetings and events.