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26th Annual Festival of the Famous this Friday–June 10th, 2011

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Come see and be seen with a host of famous names from throughout history at the 26th Annual Festival of the Famous! The festival begins at 1:45 p.m. on Friday, June 10th in the Terrace Park Commons. Friends and family of “the famous” are cordially invited to come and see if they can figure out just who’s who. Also in attendance will be distinguished guests from Edmonds School District and members of the Washington State Legislature Representative Cindy Ryu (D-32), Representative Luis Moscoso (D-1), and Senator Paull Shin (D-21).

Will We See You at the BBQ?

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One last reminder that our annual Challenge Families Summer BBQ is this Sunday, August 29th starting at 11:30 a.m. at North Lynnwood Neighborhood Park, 18510 44th Avenue West (Picnic Shelter #1). The weather forecast looks to be pleasant for that day, so please plan to bring appropriate clothing and gear for lounging on the grass, running through the water spray, climbing the “rock”, shooting some hoops, swings, slides, monkey bars, and even a possible kick ball game.

Parent Coffee Chat on Sunday, June 13th

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Please join us for this school year’s final Parent Coffee Chat on Sunday, June 13th at 2:00 p.m. at Urban City Coffee, located at the corner of 44th Avenue West and 212th Street in Mountlake Terrace. This is a casual gathering and opportunity to discuss issues unique to parenting gifted children. Come share your questions, ideas, feedback, and a beverage with other parents. Members of the CPA board will also be in attendance. We look forward to seeing you there.

Please note that there will be NO gathering at Walnut Street Coffee in Edmonds on Saturday, May 29th.

Parent Coffee Chat on Sunday, April 18th

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Please plan to join members of the CPA board and your fellow parents at our third monthly Coffee Chat on Sunday, April 18th at 2:00 p.m. at the Caffe Ladro in the Five Corners neighborhood of Edmonds at 8403 Main Street, next to the Mieko’s Fitness. This is an informal opportunity to discuss any challenges and issues of concern for parents of gifted students. Parents of gifted students who do not attend Terrace Park are welcome as well. Come share your questions, concerns, ideas, and observations.

Final Details for Gifted Education Day

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Here are the latest details and information on the planned activities for families from the Challenge Program in Edmonds School District attending Gifted Education Day in Olympia on Friday, February 5th. Everyone who has registered with CPA has received this information in email, but anyone with students in the gifted education programs are welcome to participate in Olympia on the 5th.

Please view the GED Itinerary for the latest details on meetings with legislators, tours of the Capitol, and travel directions. We hope to see you there!