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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Katy, Texas, United States of America   February 3, 2012 --

Pat and Janice Vinson, co-founders of Kids ‘R’ Kids International, announced Tuesday that Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools and Academies is the first national early childhood education franchise to be granted District Accreditation from the AdvancED accreditation Commission, the national commission that confers the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI) accreditation seal. This means that the district and all of its schools are accredited, and that Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools and Academies are recognized across the nation as a quality school system including Katy’s own Kids ‘R’ Kids Cinco Ranch East. (http://www.kidsrkids1tx.com)

The accreditation process involves three ongoing components: 1) meeting high quality standards; 2) implementing a continuous process of improvement; and 3) engaging in quality assurance through internal and external review. The district’s accreditation is for a five-year term with regular monitoring of progress and reporting occurring during the term. 

“District Accreditation as conferred by the AdvancED Accreditation Commission provides Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools and Academies a nationally-recognized mark of quality for our district and all the schools within our district,” shared Pat Vinson. “It demonstrates to the nation our commitment to excellence, our openness to external review and feedback, and our desire to be the best we can be on behalf of the families we serve.” 

Dr. Mark Elgart, President/CEO of AdvancED, stated, “District Accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school system on the primary goal of creating lifelong learners. Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools and Academies is to be commended for engaging in this process and demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement.”

Parents and interested community members can learn more about the District Accreditation Process at www.advanc-ed.org.

About Kids ‘R’ Kids Cinco Ranch East

Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy of Cinco Ranch East provides a secure, nurturing, and educational environment for children (ages 6 weeks - 12 years) to bloom into responsible, considerate, and contributing members of society. Located at 21955 Westheimer Parkway, Kids ‘R’ Kids of Cinco Ranch East is family owned and operated, and is part of a national network ranking in the top 10 nationwide for franchised early childhood education centers. Visit online (http://www.kidsrkids1tx.com), call (281) 828-2273 or become a fan on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/krk1tx) for more information and to sign up for a tour.

About AdvancED and SACS CASI

Dedicated to advancing excellence in education through accreditation, research, and professional services, AdvancED is the world`s largest education community, serving and engaging over 27,000 public and private schools and districts in 69 countries and serving nearly 16 million students. AdvancED is the parent organization of the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). SACS CASI is a non-governmental, voluntary agency that accredits nearly 13,000 public and non-public institutions throughout the world (http://www.advanc-ed.org). 

        We are excited to announce that Kids ‘R’ Kids has been working with ABC Mouse.com to sync our curriculum with the ABCMouse.com`s 2500 plus learning activities (i.e., books, games, puzzles, etc. including reading, math, science, and music and art activities).  This exciting new partnership will enable our parents to actively reinforce at home what is being taught in our classrooms each day. 

 ABCMouse.com has been in development for five years.  The quality of each aspect of the site is unparalleled and children can`t wait to play/learn on ABCMouse.com.  Parents love it because they are better connected to their child`s education and to the school.

 We are in the process of adding new computers to our café/library and training our educators.  Additional information will follow regarding Kids ‘R’ Kids and ABCMouse.com within the next couple of weeks.  

We are excited to announce that we have just received Hug Above the Rest Award from Kids ‘R’ Kids International.  The Hug Above the Rest Award is Kids ’R’ Kids highest award for curriculum implementation.  The program review evaluates how well our educators implement the curriculum.  Kids ‘R’ Kids Internationals’ programming evaluation system has been in place for two years.  We received the “Pride and Joy” award last year, which is the highest level expected by the corporate office.  However, this year we received the “Hug Above the Rest” award, which denotes that we have exceeded Kids ‘R’ Kids International’s expectations. 

SKEETERS MASCOT TO BE UNVEILED ON DECEMBER 1
Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Skeeters, Kids ‘r’ Kids Form Partnership

SUGAR LAND, Texas --- The Sugar Land Skeeters announced that the Skeeters mascot will be unveiled Thursday, December 1, at 10 am at Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy at 11118 Hwy 6 South in Sugar Land. The mascot will make his first public appearance at the Sugar Land Annual Tree Lighting December 1, at 5 pm in Town Center. 

“It is a great fit to find a company like Kids ‘R’ Kids that has the same philosophy that we do, and that is they’re about kids and so are we,” said Christopher Hill, Skeeters Vice President for Business Development. “We feel this partnership is all about providing wonderful opportunities for the children of Greater Houston. Plus, our mascot is a character that is always with us, whether it is the preseason, postseason or off season. It will be a very visible part of this community just like Kids ‘R’ Kids.” 

The mascot was created by Dave Raymond of Raymond Entertainment Group. Raymond pioneered the field of sports mascots with his innovative inhabitation of the world-renowned Phillie Phanatic. He was the original Phanatic, and his vision and performance skill spawned a revolution in the mascot industry. 

The early childhood education provider, Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools & Academies, will sponsor the mascot. As a new corporate partner, Kids ‘R’ Kids will sponsor a full-color, sixteen-page comic book to be handed out at all mascot events and appearances. The comic book is currently being illustrated and describes the mascot’s origin. 

“Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools & Academies are thrilled to sponsor the Sugar Land Skeeters’ mascot,” said John Carroll, owner of Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy in Sugar Land. “A major part of Kids ‘R’ Kids’ core philosophy is to strengthen families through the education and care we provide for over 8,000 Houston area children. Because the Sugar Land Skeeters organization is also focused on providing high quality family-friendly activities, we look forward to a fun and entertaining partnership.” 

Also included in the corporate partnership is sponsorship of the Baseball Buddies program. The Kids ‘R’ Kids Baseball Buddies is a youth program geared towards local youth leagues. The selected team will receive 15 tickets to a game and an opportunity to stand on the field with the Skeeters during the National Anthem. Kids ‘R’ Kids locations will serve as registration sites. 

About Kids ‘R’ Kids: Houston area Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools & Academies are part of a national early childhood education franchise, Kids ‘R’ Kids International, headquartered in the North Atlanta suburb of Duluth, GA. With over 160 locations in 15 states, they provide a secure, nurturing and educational environment for children (ages 6 weeks through 12 years) to bloom into responsible, considerate, and contributing members of society. A family owned and operated organization, Kids ‘R’ Kids Schools & Academies consistently rank in the top 10 nationwide for franchised early childhood education providers. (www.KidsRKids.com) 

About the Sugar Land Skeeters: The Sugar Land Skeeters minor league baseball team, led by Manager and former Major League All-Star Gary Gaetti, will play in the $35 million-dollar StarTex Power Field, which is being constructed by the City of Sugar Land and the Skeeters at the intersection of State Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 90A. The Sugar Land Skeeters will play 70 regular season home games annually, starting with the 2012 season which begins on April 26. StarTex Power Field will play host to a multitude of other sporting events, including football, soccer, lacrosse, cheerleading and band competitions, as well as concerts, group outings and scout sleepovers. Fixed-seat stadium capacity is approximately 6,200 for baseball, plus additional lawn and standing-room-only tickets. StarTex Power Field has a capacity of 10,000-plus in concert configuration. 

Results of Fundraiser for Beast Cancer

Thanks to all our parents, students and staff, we rallied together and raised over $1,100 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
Congratulations to Ms Ash, Kinder 1 classroom, for collecting the most pennies. Ms Ash`s classroom collected $116 towards this month’s ABC Program,  Susan G. Komen Foundation.
Our ABC (i.e., A Better Community) Program is our school’s way of giving back to the community.   Our goal is to help our students understand the importance of helping others.

Fundraiser For Beast Cancer:

On Denim Day, October 7, 2011, our team, Kids `R` Kids #1 TX, has pledged to donate the cost of a pair of jeans each to Lee National Denim Day. We invite you to join our team and work with us to help raise money for this important cause.

Click Here to Make a Donation

Mothers Day Out Program:

We are excited to announce the start of our Mothers Day Out Program.  MDO starts on September 1, 2011 and will continue through the end of May 2012.   Click on this link for more information.

“Back to School Bash”

When:  Friday, August 19th, 2011

Where:  KRK Cinco Ranch East Parking Lot

Time:   7:00pm to 8:30pm

Moon Bounce

Popcorn, Cotton Candy,

Snow Cones, Nachos

Children’s DJ

Special Guest: “Wendy”

from Wendy’s Restaurant

Please join us for a night of Family Fun!!!

We will be accepting donations of school supplies for Krause Center.

Kids `R` Kids Featured on Lifetime TV Network

Duluth, GA, July 13, 2011 - Through its relationship with O2 Media, Kids `R` Kids International, Inc., creators of Kids `R` Kids Schools of Quality Learning and Kids `R` Kids Learning Academies will make appearances on July 19, July 27, and August 2, 2011 on the premiere women`s morning show `The Balancing Act`, which airs on Lifetime Television.
 
Elisa Shepherd, Government Relations and Public Policy Liaison for Kids `R` Kids will be the featured guest. Elisa joins the show to help educate parents on choosing the right school for early education.
 
Kids `R` Kids Schools of Quality Learning and Kids `R` Kids Learning Academies encompass the organization`s founding philosophy: "Children should be hugged first, and then taught."  In this series viewers will learn that Kids `R` Kids believes a child needs time to bond with his teacher.  Bonding comes through trust and trust is shown through love.  Once a child initiates a hug to his teacher, the learning has already begun.
 
In the upcoming segment viewers will learn how developmentally appropriate practices are crucial during the preschool years.  Kids `R` Kids has developed a concept that works.  They offer multiple classrooms based on a child`s developmental age, a large activity area, a cafeteria for socialized dining with a full work-space kitchen, multiple outdoor play areas and school buses with seat belts for transporting older children to elementary schools and field trips.
 
"We look forward to having Kids `R` Kids join the upcoming `myParenthood` series on The Balancing Act. They will bring yet another great solution to parents, one that will have a real impact and help them not only balance their lives, but also their children`s," says Doug Campbell, Founder and Executive VP of Programming for The Balancing Act. The schools offer each child, family, and teacher a place where they can succeed, whether it`s through work or play. Kids `R` Kids positive outlook on caring for and educating children creates an atmosphere of fun and excitement.
 
About The Balancing Act
The TV show airs on Lifetime Television at 7:00am (ET/PT) - and is America`s premier morning show that`s about women, for women, and trusted by women. For information or to view a show, visit http://www.TheBalancingAct.com.

Kids `R` Kids Learning Academy Distinction!!

We are proud to announce that due to our long history of exceeding state, corporate, and industry standards of health, safety, and educational excellence for the children in our care, our corporate headquarters, Kids ‘R’ Kids International, has awarded our school with its highest acclamation by naming us Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy of Cinco Ranch East.

To you this means that we have achieved these outstanding benchmarks:

·        For at least two consecutive years we have earned Kids ‘R’ Kids International’s Platinum Award for Health and Safety;

·        We have earned the Kids ‘R’ Kids Pride and Joy award for educational achievement;

·        We are currently a candidate for AdvancED Accreditation through SACS/CASI (same organization that accredits elementary, middle, and high schools), among the most prestigious accreditation achievements available in the early childhood education arena.

As parents, you can rest assured that the best practices for health, safety, and education are upheld continuously by everyone here at Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy of Cinco Ranch.  Please join us as we celebrate this milestone by helping us “spread the word” to the community regarding best early childhood education facility in our school!

Healthy Menus

Kids `R` Kids Cinco Ranch implemented a menu that has been approved by a licensed dietitian denoting that our menu meets the 2005 dietary guidelines for the USDA. Our goal is to not only address the academic needs of our students by also the physcial needs as well. 

Platinum Award

Kids ‘R’ Kids Cinco Ranch has received the Platinum Award for the fifth consecutive year from Kids ‘R’ Kids International. The Platinum Award is the highest award issued by Kids `R` Kids International for health and safety. We would like to thank all of our teachers and staff for their commitment to providing a safe... learning environment for all of our students