Olathe Quest Connection and Blue Valley Parent Advocates for Gifted Education invite you to an evening of questions and answers, stories and anecdotes, adventures and exploits with a panel of Olathe and Blue Valley parents who are ready to share their home runs and strike outs in raising gifted children. This is a free event Thursday, April 11, 7-8:30 p.m. at the Hilltop Campus Conference Center, 7700 W. 143rd St. Overland Park. 
In January of 2015, the Olathe Police Department’s Officer Michael Kern, radio number 704, passed away from a fatal heart attack while preparing for a Presidential escort. In his memory the annual 704 Blue Run began and is a tribute to his service and all Olathe officers that have been tragically lost. This event takes place April 27 on the Indian Creek paved trails and offers a unique distance of 7.04 miles as well as a 5K run/walk. The 704 Blue Run is a family oriented fun event with the purpose of raising funds to establish college scholarships for Olathe Police Department families.
Parents and district patrons are invited to attend the district’s final Parent Mental Health Seminar on Tuesday, April 2, 7 p.m. at Prairie Trail Middle School. This is a free event. No RSVP is needed. No child care is provided.
Join us for a fun-filled summer day camp for kids (ages 6+) and adults with intellectual, developmental or physical disabilities. July 8-12, Community Covenant Church, Lenexa.
United way of Greater Kansas City is partnering with H&R Block to offer My Free Taxes, an income tax e-filing system free for households that make $66,000 or less. The IRS-certified and secure service offers free filing for federal and up to three state returns.
Elementary (gr. 3-5) and Middle School students (gr. 6-8) are invited to Olathe Northwest’s Summer Art Camp 2019 June 10-13. Each camper will receive a t-shirt to personalize, daily snack, and an armload of amazing artwork. Campers will experience different art processes including painting, photography, ceramics and more! 
We invite you to join us for a special event on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at Frontier Park in Olathe. The 7th Annual Maguire Gilner Angel Day 5K Run/Walk is an event that honors Maguire Gilner and his brother Titus, as well as all babies/children who left this world way too early. This is a family event with music, food, activities for the kids, shopping, a Tot Trot, bake sale, silent auction, and much more. Proceeds from the day benefit the Maguire Davis Gilner Foundation, which helps local families purchase headstones for babies and children.
Students entering grades 6-12 can choose from a wide ranging selection of enrichment opportunities this summer at Johnson County Community College.
The 7th Annual Jadon’s Hope Bug Run/Walk is on a quest to find a cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Jadon, a 4th grade student at Rolling Ridge Elementary, has lived with SMA since birth. Jadon’s HOPE Foundation strives to promote educational awareness and fund research for Spinal Muscular Atrophy, the #1 genetic killer of infants under the age of two. The Foundation also provides support for families affected by terminal childhood diseases. This year’s 5K/10K and Bitty Bug Dash is March 30.
Camp Wood YMCA offers day and residential summer camps, year-round outdoor education, and event hosting. Programs are guided by a commitment to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Choose your adventure… traditional camp, mini-camp, horse camp, top camp chef, drama, skateboard, paintball, and construction. Additional choices for teens include Teen Camp, Paddle and Climb Trip, Inside Out (leadership camp), LIT (Leaders-In-Training), CIT (Counselor-In-Training), and WIT (Wrangler-In-Training). Beyond summer camp opportunities include Family Camp, overnight stays for school groups, retreats and reunions. Discounts and scholarships are available for military families.