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The Family Guide 2024 Summer Issue
On the Cover:
Photo credit to Relational Riding Academy.
Activities:
• Contest Page
• Community Events & Fireworks
• Summer Movies & Water Fun
• Hiking Trails
• Summer Camps
• Chasing Waterfalls
Education:
• Local School Districts
• N. Idaho & Spokane Schools
• Early Learning Centers
• Alternative Schools
Parenting:
• Childcare Resources
• Equine Therapy
• Water Safety Tips
• Summer Meal Programs
• Legal Assistance
The Family Guide is a 501-C3 Organization established in 2006 serving Spokane and North Idaho. All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means including electronic in whole or part without permission is prohibited. The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the views of The Family Guide. Disclaimer: The School Districts and Schools do nor sponsor or endorse the event/information/advertisement and the districts/ schools assume no responsibility for it In consideration of the privilege to distribute materials, the school districts/ schools will be held harmless of any cause of action filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of this materials, including costs, attorneys fees and judgments or awards.
Publisher: Charity Bagatsing-Doyl nwfamilyfun@yahoo.com | (509) 928-9664 www.thefamilyguide.org | SpokaneUnitedWeStand.org
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The Family Guide’s Summer Giveaway!
Uh Oh, The Flying Squirrel jumped off a trampoline & landed somewhere in the pages of The Family Guide.
10 Winners who correctly identify where the Flying Squirrel landed will be eligible to win one of the following prizes.
One lucky winner will win a $350 Bounce & Soar Party Package for 10.
2 lucky winners will each win a $50 gift card to Roller Valley Skating Rink.
2 lucky winners will each receive a $50 gift card to the Red Dragon Restaurant.
2 lucky winners will each receive a $50 gift card to Thai Bamboo Restaurant.
3 lucky winners will each receive a $50 gift card to Cole’s Bakery & Café.
Please send us an email that says: Dear Family Guide, I found the Flying Squirrel on page #_____.
Send us an Email: nwfamilyfun@yahoo.com
Please include your name, address & phone number. Drawing will be held on June 30, 2024
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BASEBALL SEASON IS FINALLY HERE!
OTTO the Mascot is the world's first Spokanasaurus and has become one of the most famous mascots in the world since joining the Indians in 1993. He's more than just big, blue, & a reptile w/ style!
In his excitement, Otto the Mascot accidentally knocked over a bucket of baseballs which rolled inside the pages of The Family Guide.
4 Readers who correctly identify the number of baseballs in the pages of The Family Guide will be eligible to enter to win.
4 Upper Box Seats, 4 Spokane Indians Prize Packs and a chance to meet chance to meet OTTO the Mascot at a 2024 game.
Please send us an email that says: Dear Family Guide, There are _______ Spokane Indians Baseballs in the Summer Issue. Send us an Email: nwfamilyfun@yahoo.com Please include your name, address & phone number. Drawing will be held on June 30, 2024
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Activity
4th of July Fireworks!
N. IDAHO
Bonners Ferry ‐ Boundary County Fair‐grounds, free fireworks at dusk.
Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel cdacasino.com
Coeur d'Alene ‐ Free fireworks at dusk, at City Park.
Harrison ‐ Free fireworks over Lake Coeur d'Alene at dusk.
Priest Lake ‐ Fireworks viewable from resorts at Priest Lake at 10:30 p.m.
Sandpoint ‐ Downtown, parade & live music, free fireworks at dusk at City Beach.
Silver Mountain (Kellogg) ‐ Division and Main streets, vendors & tournaments, free fireworks at dusk.
SPOKANE
Deer Park -Deer Park High School’s
football field. Free fireworks at dusk. Lake Spokane ‐ Lakeside Middle School
Liberty Lake ‐ Enjoy activities all day long in Liberty Lake Pavilion Park. Free fireworks at 10 p.m.
Moses Lake -McCosh Park, 401 W .
Fourth Ave.Free fireworks at 10 p.m.
Nine Mile Falls - Free fireworks at dusk
Northern Quest Casino northernquest.com
Riverfront Park Family-friendly festivities culminating with a fireworks display at the Lilac Bowl at 10 p.m.
Spokane Indians Baseball www.milb.com/spokane
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11 3110 N. Division St. Spokane, WA 99207 509-327-7313 | www.toispokane.com Present this Ad. Buy 1 Entrée & Get the 2nd Entrée at 50% Off. Expires 7.31.2024 Sun, Mon, Wed & Thurs 11 am -9 pm Fri & Sat 11 am -9:30 pm DAILY LUNCH BUFFET Wed-Mon 11 am -3 pm CLOSED TUESDAYS Bringing Authentic North Indian Cuisine to the Inland Northwest since 2001.
North Idaho Community Events
Coeur d’ Alene
www.coeurdalene.org/cda-events
Downtown Coeur d’ Alene
www.cdadowntown.com
North Idaho
www.visitnorthidaho.com
Post Falls
www.visitpostfalls.org
Sandpoint
www.visitsandpoint.com
Spokane Community Events
Downtown Spokane Partnership www.downtownspokane.org
Liberty Lake WA
www.libertylakewa.gov/237/
Community-Events
Riverfront Park
my.spokanecity.org/riverfrontspokane
Spokane and Spokane Valley www.visitspokane.com
Summer Movies
AMC’s Summer Movie Camp for Kids
Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. AMC at River Park Square shows discounted family-friendly films your kids will love. www.amctheatres.com/amc-scene/ summer-movie-camp-for-kids
Free Movies at Pavilion Park
727 N. Molter Rd Liberty Lake, WA (509) 755‐6700
Free movies most weekends in July & August. www.pavillionpark.org/events
Movies in the Meadows Park 13500 Mirabeau Pkwy
Spokane Valley WA (509) 688‐0300
www.spokanevalley.org/ moviesinthepark
Regal Cinemas Summer Movies
Summer Movie Express tickets are just $2 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays . All movies start at 10:00 am. Check with your theatre for exact showtimes.
www.regmovies.com
Regal North Town Mall 4750 N. Division St Spokane, WA
Regal Spokane Valley Stadium 12 14760 E. Indiana Ave Spokane, WA
Regal Riverstone Stadium 14 2416 Old Mill Loop Coeur D'Alene, ID
Garland Theater
In the summer, in addition to their regular programming, the Garland adds in free shows for kiddos every Monday through Friday at 9:30 am during summer break. www.garlandtheater.com
12 Gluten Free, Keto, Vegan & Dairy Free Options. 521 E Holland Ave. Spokane 99218 601 E Riverside Ave. Ste 110, Spokane 99202 colesbakeryandcafe.com | 509-413-1739 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Pastries, Lattes & more!
Public Pools & Beaches
Spokane City Pools
The pools at Shadle, Comstock, Hillyard, Liberty, A.M. Cannon, and Mission parks; June – August 2023. Aquatics Hotline: 509‐625‐6960 my.spokanecity.org/recreation/ aquatics/
Spokane County Pools spokanecounty.org/1644/Aquatics
Spokane Valley Outdoor Pools www.spokanevalley.org
N. Idaho City Beaches www.cdaid.org www.postfallsidaho.org www.sandpointidaho.gov www.visitnorthidaho.com
Coeur D’Alene City Park & Beach 415 Mullan Rd Coeur d'Alene, ID (208) 769‐2300 Priest Lake (208) 443‐3191 www.priestlake.org
Sandpoint City Beach Park 58 Bridge St., Sandpoint, ID www.visitsandpoint.com
Spirit Lake
6222 W. Maine St Spirit Lake, ID www.spiritlakechamber.com
Q'emiln Park
12201 W Parkway Dr Post Falls, ID www.postfallsidaho.org
Priest River‐Albeni Falls Dam 2376 E. Highway 2, Oldtown, ID www.facebook.com/Albeni‐Falls‐Dam
Hiking Trails
Best Trails in Panhandle National Forest www.alltrails.com
Hiking | WA State Parks parks.wa.gov
Trail of the Coeur d' Alenes www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov
Washington Trails Association www.wta.org
Pacific Northwest Trail Association www.pnt.org
Pacific Northwest Trails www.trailsnw.com
Rails-to-Trails www.railstotrails.org
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests www.fs.usda.gov
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Summer Camps!
Airway Heights Parks & Recreation www.airwayheightsparksandrec.org
Ballet Arts Academy www.balletartsacademy.com
Camp Cross www.campcross.org
Camp Gifford Discovery Camp www.campgifford.com
Camp Ka-Mee-Lin www.postfalls.gov/camp/
Camp Kroc www.kroccda.org
Camp Mivoden www.mivoden.com
Camp Sweylokan www.campfireinc.org
Christian Youth Theater N. Idaho www.cytnorthidaho.org
Christian Youth Theater Spokane www.cytspokane.org
Cocolalla Lake Bible Camp clbcamp.org
Coeur d’Alene’s Parks & Recreation www.cdaid.org/parks
Coeur d’ Alene Summer Theatre www.cstidaho.com
Dance Center of Spokane www.dancecenterofspokane.com
Dance Theatre Northwest www.dancetheatrenw.com
Dynamic Athletic Center www.dynamicathleticcenter.org
Girl Scouts E. WA & N. ID www.gsewni.org
Gizmo Cda www.gizmo-cda.org
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Holy Names Music Center www.hnmc.org
Kindermusik www.kindermusikfun.net
Shoshone Creek Ranch Camp www.lutherhaven.com
NBC Camps www.nbccamps.com
Northern Dance Academy www.northerndance.com
Post Falls Parks & Recreation www.postfalls.gov
Rathdrum Parks & Recreation www.rathdrum.gov
RecTennis www.rectennis.com
Ross Point Camps www.rosspoint.org
Schweitzer Adventure Camp www.schweitzer.com
Skyhawks www.skyhawks.com
Spokane Public Schools www.spokaneschools.org/summer
Spokane Parks and Recreation www.Spokanerec.org
Spokane Therapeutic Recreation www.spokaneparks.org
Spokane Valley Parks & Recreation www.spokanevalleywa.gov
Spokane Valley Summer Theatre www.svsummertheatre.com
Spokane Youth Sports Association www.SYSA.com
The Warehouse Athletic Facility www.warehouseathletics.com
Twin Eagles Summer Camps www.twineagles.org
Twinlow Camp www.twinlow.org
YMCA Camp Reed campreed@ymcainw.org
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Chasing Waterfalls
The Inland Northwest is bursting with lakes, rivers, creeks and waterfalls. The following waterfalls will give you a great excuse to spend the day in nature.
North Idaho
Myrtle Falls: A short and pleasant .9mile out-and-back trail near Bonners Ferry leads to this waterfall.
Snow Creek Falls: A 4-mile round-trip hike near Bonners Ferry that accesses two waterfalls in one trail.
Copper Falls: A 1.4-mile loop trail near the Canadian border that climbs the hill through gentle switchbacks to the falls.
Granite Falls: A 1.5-mile round-trip hike near Priest Lake that follows the Granite Creek to the falls.
Kootenai Falls: A 1.6-mile round-trip hike near Libby that crosses a swinging bridge and offers views of the falls.
Yaak Falls: A roadside attraction near Troy that can be seen from a viewing platform or a short walk along the river.
www.visitidaho.org
Eastern Washington
Hog Canyon Falls: Located in the serene Palouse region and a mere 30 minutes away from Spokane.
Hawk Creek Falls: Gracefully descend over a rocky ledge, creating a tranquil
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pool below, perfect for cooling off during the warmer months.
Towell Falls: A captivating natural attraction within the rolling hills of the Palouse region.
Exley Falls: Marking an exquisite natural landmark, cascades 45 feet into a serene inlet of Horseshoe Lake.
Douglas Falls: Offers a comprehensive outdoor experience that offers a variety of recreational activities set against a backdrop of lush landscapes and historic charm.
Crystal Falls: This accessible natural wonder, with a total descent of over 60 feet through a series of cascades ending in a dramatic 30-foot plunge.
Sweet Creek Falls: The path to the falls winds past the echoes of the past, including an old mining shaft, bridging the gap between the adventurous spirits of yesterday and today.
Spokane Falls: Its power alone leads us into understanding why the Native American tribes considered the place sacred. A striking emblem of natural beauty interwoven with urban development, stands as the largest urban waterfall in the United States.
Peewee Falls: Standing as a monumental cascade of 233 feet, claims the title of the tallest freestanding waterfall in Northeast Washington.
Palouse Falls: Stands as a majestic testament to the natural grandeur of WA State, cascading 198 feet into a dramatic basin set against the unique backdrop of the channeled scablands. www.northwestwaterfalls.com
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Education
Spokane Area School Districts
Catholic Diocese of Spokane 525 E. Mission Ave.
Spokane WA 99202 (509)358-7330 dioceseofspokane.org
Central Valley School District 2218 N. Molter Rd Liberty Lake WA 99019 (509) 558‐5400 | cvsd.org
Cheney Public Schools 12414 S. Andrus Rd Cheney WA 99004 (509) 559-4599 | cheneysd.org
Deer Park School District 428 N Main St, Deer Park WA 99006 (509)464-5500 | dpsd.org
E. Valley School District 3830 N. Sullivan Rd Bldg 1 Spokane Valley WA 99216 (509) 924-1830 | evsd.org
Freeman School District 15001 S. Jackson Rd Rockford WA 99030 (509) 291-3695 | freemansd.org
Mead School District 2323 E. Farwell Rd Spokane, WA 99208 (509) 465-6000 www.mead354.org
Nine Mile Falls School District 10110 W Charles Rd Nine Mile Falls WA 99026 509-340-4300 9mile.org
Orchard Prairie School 7626 N. Orchard Prairie Rd Spokane WA 99217 (509) 467-9517 orchardprairieschool.org
Spokane Public Schools 200 N. Bernard St Spokane WA 99201 (509) 354-7365 spokaneschools.org
West Valley School District 2805 N Argonne Rd Spokane, WA 99212 (509) 924-2150 wvsd.org
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Spokane Schools
All Saints Catholic School 1428 E. 33rd. Ave
Spokane WA 99203 (509) 534-1098 allsaintsspokane.org
Assumption Parish School 3618 W. Indian Trail Rd
Spokane WA 99208 (509) 328-1115 assumptioncatholic.org
Calvary Chapel Christian School 16409 E. Broadway Ave Spokane Valley WA 99037 (509) 921-9460 calvarychristianspokane.com
Cataldo Catholic School 455 W. 18th Ave
Spokane WA 99203 (509) 624-8759| cataldo.org
Faith Baptist Academy 2804 E. Euclid Ave
Spokane WA 99207 (509) 482-6101 |fbaspokane.com
1st Presbyterian Christian School 318 S. Cedar St
Spokane WA 99201 (509) 747-9192 fpchristianschool.org
Gonzaga Preparatory School 1224 E. Euclid Ave
Spokane WA 99207 (509) 483-8511 |gprep.com
Grace Alliance Christian School 2426 S Dishman Mica
Spokane Valley, WA 99206 (509) 473-9701 gracealliancechristianschool.org
Highbridge School 11400 E Sprague Ave
Spokane Valley WA 99206 (509) 241-3721 Highbridgeschool.org
Liberty Launch Academy 24001 E. Mission Ave Liberty Lake, WA 99019 (509) 505-7607 libertylaunchacademy.org
Northwest Achieve School 116 W. Indiana Ave
Spokane WA 99205 (509) 327-3311 ascendtotheheights.com
Northwest Christian Schools 5104 E. Bernhill Rd Colbert WA 99005 (509) 238-4005 nwcs.org
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North Wall Schools
9408 N. Wall St
Spokane WA 99218 (509) 466-2695 northwallschools.com
Palisades Christian Academy 1115 N. Government Way
Spokane WA 99224 (509)325-1985 pcasda.org
Pioneer School 618 N. Sullivan Rd #5
Spokane Valley WA 99037 (509)922-7818 pioneerschool.com
Plum Tree School 520 E 20th Ave Spokane WA 99203 (509) 747-1040 plumtreeschool.com
PRIDE Prep
811 E. Sprague Ave Ste A Spokane WA 99202 (509) 309-7680 prideprepschool.org
Riverday School
4249 E. Pratt Ave Spokane, WA 99202 (509) 326-6595 riverdayschool.org
Salish School of Spokane 4125 N. Maple St Spokane WA 99205 (509) 325-2018 salishschoolofspokane.org
St. Aloysius School 611 E. Mission Ave Spokane WA 99202 (509) 489-7825 stalsschool.org
St. Charles Parish School
4515 N. Alberta St Spokane WA 99205 (509) 327-9575 stcharlesspokane.com
St. George’s School 2929 W. Waikiki Rd
Spokane WA 99208 (509) 466-1636 | sgs.org
St. John Vianney School 501 N. Walnut Rd
Spokane WA 99206 (509) 926-7987| st.johnvianney.com
Spokane International Academy 777 E Magnesium Rd
Spokane WA 99208 (509) 209– 8730 spokaneintlacademy.org
St. Mary’s School 14601 E. 4th Ave
Spokane Valley WA 99216 (509) 924-430 stmarysspokane.com
St Matthew Lutheran 6905 N. Country Homes Blvd Spokane WA 99208 (509) 326-3766
St. Thomas More School 515 W. Saint Thomas More Way Spokane WA 99208 (509) 466-3811 thomasmorespokane.org
Southside Christian School 401 E. 30th Ave
Spokane WA 99203 (509) 838-8139 southsidechristianschool.org
Irv's Jewelry Rocks and Gifts 11907 E. Trent Ave
Spokane WA 99206 (509) 924-5464 | www.IrvsShop.com
Family Fun Day every Saturday (except holidays). Anytime during store hours 10:00 to 4:00. Kids under 18 with an adult, spin our "Fun Wheel" for a cool prize! Collect a “Rock or Fossil" trading card, a different one each week.
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Spokane Christian Schools
8909 E. Bigelow Gulch Rd
Spokane WA 99217 (509) 924-4888 | scs-spokane.org
Spokane Valley 7th Day Adventist 1603 S. Sullivan Rd
Spokane Valley WA 99037 (509) 926-0955 spokanevalleyadventistschool.org
Summit Christian Academy 4224 E. 4th Ave
Spokane WA 99202 (509) 924 4618 ncek12.com
The Oaks 2303 S. Bowdish Rd
Spokane Valley WA 99214 (509)536.5955 theoakscca.org
Trinity Catholic School 2315 N. Cedar St
Spokane WA 99205 (509) 327-9369 trinityspokane.com
Valley Christian School 10212 E. 9th Ave
Spokane Valley WA 99206 (509) 924-9131 valleychristianschool.org
Westgate Christian School 7111 N. Nine Mile Rd
Spokane WA 99208 (509) 325-2252 westgateschristianeagles.com
Windsong School
4225 W. Fremont Rd
Spokane WA 99224 (509) 326-6638 spokanewindsongschool.org
Spokane Early Learning Ctr
The Early Childhood Education & Assistance Program (ECEAP) 3939 N. Freya St MS 1055
Spokane WA 99217 (509) 533-4800
ECEAP is designed to serve 3 & 4year-old children & their families who meet the income & eligibility criteria. In addition, children with disabilities who qualify for special education services and/or previously participated in certain birth to age three programs are also eligible for ECEAP. This preschool program is provided for free. ccs.spokane.edu/Head-Start
ECEAP Community-Minded Ent 3307 E 55th Ave
Spokane WA 99223 (509) 951-7435 community-minded.org
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NEWESD 101 ECEAP
ECEAPinfo@esd101.net (509)323-2720 | esd101.net
Early Learning - The Mead School 821 E Midway Rd, Colbert, WA 99005 (509) 465-6700
meadschool.org/early-learning
Green Gable Children's Learning
3308 E. 57th Ave Spokane WA 99223 (509) 448-4344 1722 E. 32nd Court Spokane WA 99203 (509) 455-6110 415 E. Holland Ave Spokane WA 99218 (509) 466-3473 greengablepreschool.com
YWCA Spokane ECEAP (509)789-9271 | ywcaspokane.org Sites downtown, Airway Heights and Medical Lake.
Parent Cooperative Preschools cathy.meier@sfcc.spokane.edu 3410 W. Whistalks Way MS 3160 Spokane, WA 99224 ccs.spokane.edu
Manito Parent Coop Preschool Manito United Methodist Church 3220 S. Grand Blvd. Spokane, WA
Mead Parent Coop Preschool
Country Homes Christian Church 8415 N. Wall Spokane, WA
Newport Parent Coop Preschool
United Church of Christ 430 W. 3rd Newport, WA
NW Parent Coop Preschool
Emmanuel Presbyterian Church 1926 W. Chelan Ave Spokane, WA
Country Homes Christian 8415 N Wall St Spokane WA 99208 (509) 466-3414 | chchristian.org
Liberty Park Community Dev Ctr 1417 E. Hartson Ave Spokane WA 99202 (509) 534-0957 llibertyparkcenter.org
Lilac City Early Learning Center 1020 E. Cozza Dr Spokane WA 99208 (509) 315-8977 | lilaccityelc.com
MLK Jr. Family Outreach Center 500 S Stone St Spokane WA 99202 (509)455-8722| mlkspokane.org
NW Christian Early Learning 5028 E. Bernhill Rd Colbert WA 99005 (509) 292-6700 | nwcs.org
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Parkview Early Learning Center
5122 N Division St. Spokane WA, 99207 (509) 326-5610 parkviewelc.com
Pavlish Playhouse & Preschool
404 E. 30th Ave
Spokane, WA 99203 (509) 624-1286 pavlishplayhouse.com
Ponderosa Care A Lot Preschool 11626 E. Sands Rd
Spokane Valley WA 99206 (509) 924-0052
Redeemer Lutheran School
3606 S. Schafer Rd Spokane Valley, WA 99206 (509) 926-6363 redeemeralive.org/school
Spokane Montessori School 1909 N. Wright Dr Spokane WA 99224 (509) 328-6466 spokanemontessori.com
St. Anne’s Children Center 25 W. 5th Ave Spokane WA 99204 (509) 232-1111 stanneskids.com
Sullivan Kindercare
205 S Sullivan Rd
Spokane Valley WA 99037 (509)926-5551
Valley Parent Preschool
708 N. Pines Rd
Spokane Valley WA 99206 (509) 326-4410 valleyparentpreschool.zohosites.com
N. Idaho School Districts
Coeur d’ Alene School District 1400 N. Northwood Center Ct Coeur d' Alene ID 83814 (208) 664-8241 (209)cdaschools.org
Kootenai School District 8100 S. Ogara Rd Harrison ID 83833 (208) 689-9957 sd274.com
Lakeland School District 15506 N. Washington St Rathdrum ID 83858 (208)687-0431 web.lakeland272.org
Post Falls School District
206 W. Mullan Ave Post Falls ID 83854 (208)773-1658 | pfsd.com
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N. Idaho Schools
Classical Christian Academy
2289 W. Seltice Wy Post Falls ID 83854 (208)777-4400 classicalchristian.com
Coeur du Christ
618 E. Wallace Ave
Coeur d'Alene ID 83814 (208)219-7807 coeurduchrist.org
Christian Center School 3639 W. Prairie Ave Hayden ID 83835 (208)772-7542 christiancenterschool.org
Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy 4904 N Duncan Dr Coeur D Alene ID 83815 (208)676-1667| cdacharter.org
Cornerstone Christian Academy 810 N. Chase Rd Post Falls ID 83854 (208)773-5200 | ccapf.com
Genesis Prep Academy 1866 N. Cecil Bldg. 2 Post Falls ID 83854 (208) 691-0712 genesisprep.org
Holy Family Catholic School 8005 W. Kathleen Ave Coeur d' Alene ID 83815 (208)765-4327 Hfcs-cda.org
Kootenai Bridge Academy 637 N Park Dr Coeur D Alene ID 83814 (208) 930-4515 kootenaibridgeacademy.org
Lake City Jr Academy 111 E. Locust Ave Coeur d’ Alene ID 83814 (208)667-0877| lcja.org
LAM Christian Academy 4800 N. Ramsey Rd Coeur d'Alene ID 83815 (208)765-8238 | lamcda.org
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Natural Connections Academy
5827 W. Conklin Rd
Worley, ID 83876 (208) 428-6224 naturalconnectionsacademy.net
251 W. Miles Ave Hayden ID 83835 (208) 772-7546 northIdahochristianschool.com
N. Idaho STEM Charter Academy
15633 N. Meyer Rd Rathdrum ID 83858 (208) 687-8002 northidahostemcharteracademy.org
Summit Christian Academy 5350 N. 4th St Coeur d'Alene ID 83815 (208) 765-8238 | scaidaho.org
Wired2Learn Academy
1800 N. Highway #41 Post Falls ID 83865 (208) 699-6232 wired2learnacademy.com
N. Idaho Special Needs Schools
North Star Child Dev. Center 282 E Kathleen Ave. Coeur d'Alene ID 83815 northstarschools.org
The Learning Garden
412 E Mullan Ave
Post Falls ID 83854 learning-garden.org
N. Idaho Early Learning A Child's Imagination
9306 N. Government Way Hayden ID 83835 (208) 772-5400
A Place for Kids
112 W. 9th Ave Post Falls ID 83854 (208) 457-0103
North Idaho College Head Start (208) 666-6755
411 N. 15th St, Ste 103 Coeur d'Alene ID 83814
The Head Start program provides services to children ages three to five and their families. nic.edu
Community Early Learning Ctr
Community United Methodist Church (208) 666-5493 1470 W. Hanley Ave Coeur d'Alene ID 83815
Harding Head Start (208) 666-6762
411 N. 15th St Coeur d'Alene ID 83814
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Lakeland Head Start (208) 687-1682 14797 Kimo Court Rathdrum ID 83858
Mountain States Early Head Start 415 N. 15th Street Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814 msehs.org
NIC Children's Center (208) 666-6755 1000 West Garden Ave Coeur d'Alene ID 83814
Post Falls Head Start (208) 773-6164 106 West 9th Street Post Falls, ID 83854
Special Needs Schools
Can Learn Academy (509) 624-3109 canlearnacademy.org
Joya 1016 N. Superior St Spokane WA 99202 (509) 326-1651 | joya.org
Spokane HOPE 1821 E. Sprague Ave Spokane WA 99202 (509) 868-0044 | spokanehope.org
Alternative Schools Daybreak School
960 E. 3rd Ave Spokane WA 99202 (509) 444-7033 daybreakyouthservices.org
Innercept
1115 Ironwood Drive Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 (208) 665-7178 | innercept.com
Idaho Youth Challenge Academy 117 Timberline Dr Pierce ID 83546 (208) 464-1253 Idyouthchallenge.com
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Childcare Resources
Parenting
CREW Behavioral Services has opened a Community Day Respite Center for non-medical children ages 4-18 who present on the autism spectrum or have specific behavioral issues. You can utilize your DDA respite hours to get a break and rejuvenate. You may drop off your child for up to four hours at a time. www.crewbehavioralservices.com
DSHS’s Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) is the childcare subsidy program that helps families w/ children pay for childcare to find jobs, keep their jobs, and get better jobs. The WCCC Program is administered by the Dept of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). (877) 501-2233
The Childcare Assistance Program (CCAP) provides parents in Spokane County with access to quality licensed childcare. While parents are in outpatient treatment groups, support group meetings, drug court, or other appointments, access to children’s programs like infant or toddler care & preschool; before- and after-school programs; and summer camps. www.community-minded.org
Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery is a safe, confidential place for anyone who may be experiencing a crisis and needs a helping hand. They deem “crisis” anything that keeps you from taking care of your child as well as you would like. www.vanessabehan.org
North Star Child Development Center in Coeur D’Alene, provides childcare and disability programs to help children of all abilities achieve their maximum potential by using research-based educational programs to address difficulties with behavioral management, language, social play, self-help, and academic skills in an inclusive setting. www.northstarschools.org
Idaho Child Care Program, serves families with children under the age of 13 or over 13 if a child has a disability, providing child care assistance to working families by paying for a portion of child care. The parent’s share is based on the size of the family and the amount of their income. We help Idaho families with child care so parents can work, complete job training, or finish
school. You may qualify for child care assistance if you have children and are Working, Attending school or undergraduate school (online not accepted) , Participating in job training or Participating in the Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI) program. www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
The Children’s Village is a trauma responsive safe haven, restoring trust and hope for children and families who experience abuse, neglect, or are in crisis. 24-72 hour crisis placement by community families. This service has no charge because of community support. We know that families can avoid longterm trauma if we can provide services immediately at their point of crisis. We’re here to help. www. thechildrensvillage.org
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What Is Equine Therapy?
Equine therapy involves engaging in activities with horses while being supervised by a mental health professional. Activities include grooming, feeding, and leading the horse. The goals of this therapy include developing skills such as emotional regulation, selfconfidence, and responsibility.
Horses have been used for therapeutic purposes since ancient times. Equine therapy can be used with various populations, including children, teens, adults, families, and groups. It complements traditional talk therapy by offering an experiential outdoor experience that engages all senses.
Equine therapy may help with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and other mental health challenges. It can also benefit individuals with physical disabilities or autism. Remember that equine therapy provides a unique and powerful way to connect with animals and explore emotions.
Resources: Free Rein freereinspokane.com
Second Chance Ranch secondchanceranch.org
North Idaho Therapeutic Horse Riding nithr.org
Idaho Youth Ranch youthranch.org
Idaho Horse Therapy idahohorsetherapy.com
Restoration Ranch restorationranchidaho.com
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Drowning is the second leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 14 years old in the United States.
At any time of year, lakes & rivers, can be appealing and dangerous at the same time.
Water that is warm on the surface, may be much colder below. Use caution when swimming and always supervise young children playing in or near the water. Rivers may not be moving as fast, but log jams can trap swimmers and large rocks and logs could tip over rafts, canoes, and kayaks.
Swimming in open water (lakes, rivers, ponds, and the ocean) is harder than in a pool. People tire faster and get into trouble more quickly. A person can go under water in a murky lake, making them very hard to find, or be swept away in currents.
Avoid swimming where two rivers come together – many good swimmers have gotten into trouble or drowned in currents that didn't seem to be moving that fast.
Swim in a life-guarded area, especially if you are not a strong swimmer. Be cautious of sudden drop-offs in lakes and rivers. People who can't swim or aren't strong swimmers have slipped into deeper water and drowned.
When boating, don't overload the boat and wear a life jacket that fits. Have children wear a life jacket that fits them, and watch them closely around water – they can go under water quickly and quietly.
Children 12 years old and under must wear a life jacket that fits them on moving boats less than 19 feet in length in Washington.
Check beach advisories before you go swimming.
Parents must tell their children about the dangers of open water at rivers, lakes, and beaches. Know where your child is, who they are with, and when they are expected home.
Never take your eyes off children in the water – not even for a minute! Parents may think they'll hear splashing and screaming when a child is in trouble, but when a child drowns, it usually happens quickly and silently.
Knowing how to swim doesn't make a child drown-proof. Never use flotation devices as a substitute for supervision.
Learn how to swim and teach your children how to swim. Know CPR so you can help save a life if a water emergency happens.
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Legal Assistance
CDA Office of Idaho Legal Aid Services: www.idaholegalaid.org
Conflict Resolution Center of The Inland Northwest, Inc. www.conflictresolutioncenter.org
Kootenai County Courthouse Court Assistance. www.kcgov.us
Northwest Mediation Center www.nwmediationcenter.com
Safe Passage www.safepassageid.org
The Idaho Volunteer Lawyer Program www.isb.idaho.gov
Gonzaga Law School: www.gonzaga.edu
Kinship Care www.fbhwa.org
Manzanita Immigrant Legal Aid www.manzanitahousespokane.org
Moderate Means Program www.wsba.org
Northwest Justice Project www.nwjustice.org
Spokane County Bar Association Online Lawyer Referral Service www.spokanebar.org
WA State Foreclosure Fairness Program 1-877-894-HOME (4663) | comerce.wa.gov
Washington Law Help www.washingtonlawhelp.org
YWCA www.ywcaspokane.org
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The Summer Meal Program
Local Public Schools will offer free meals to all children 18 and younger
Cheney SD Nutrition Services (509) 559-4595 | www.cheneysd.org
Coeur d' Alene SD Nutrition Services {208) 667- 74691 www.cdaschools.org
Post Falls SD Child Nutrition Office (208) 773- 1625 I www.pfsd.com
Lakeland SD Food Service Office (208) 687- 5451 www.web.lakeland272.org
Central Valley School District (509) 558-5414 Iwww.cvsd.org
East Valley School District (509) 241-5905 I www.evsd.org
Spokane District 81 (509) 354-7270 www.spokaneschools.org
West Valley School District (509) 922-5467 I www.wvsd.org
Food Banks
Mobile Markets. Fresh, healthy & free food in E. Washington & N. Idaho. Second Harvest
www.2-harvest.org/food-near-me-wa/ North Idaho Services Directory www.niservicesdirectory.com/food/
Spokane Food Pantries www.foodpantries.org/ci/wa-spokane
WIC Program
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides supplemental foods, health care referrals, and Nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and nonbreastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five.
N. Idaho WIC
8500 N Atlas Rd Hayden ID 83835 (208) 415-5130 www.panhandlehealthdistrict.org/wic
Spokane WIC
1101 W. College Ave #210 Spokane WA 99201 (509) 324-1620 www.srhd.org/programs-and-services/ wic/ locations
Formula & Diaper Banks
N. Idaho
Idaho Diaper Bank www.idahodiaperbank.org
Mountain States Early Head Start www.msehs.org
St Vincent de Paul ICARE Program www.stvincentdepaulnorthidaho.org
Spokane CAPA / Prepares www.cceasternwa.org
Mission Community Outreach Center www.4mission.org
Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery www.vanessabehan.org
Washington Free Diapers www.facebook.com/wafreediapers/
Family Emergency Services
North Idaho Services Directory www.niservicesdirectory.com
Spokane www.connectspokane.com
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