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General  /  September 10, 2024

September 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our September 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: CEO Announcement Baby Safety Month Giving Tuesday Preview … and more! Read our September... Read more: September 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter
Image looks like the front page of a newspaper titled "The CAPA Chronicle." Headline reads "CAPA BOARD NAMES NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO DR. KRISTINA JONES" in bold bold text. The image also features a smiling professional headshot of Dr Jones wearing a pink suit and gold jewelry.
General  /  August 21, 2024

CAPA Announces New President and CEO Dr. Kristina Jones

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Kristina Jones has officially been named the new President and CEO of CAPA! Dr. Jones has been with us... Read more: CAPA Announces New President and CEO Dr. Kristina Jones
General  /  August 6, 2024

August 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our August 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: Back to School Connect with Kids Community partnership highlight: Independence Uncorked Wine Festival …... Read more: August 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter
A photo of two adults reading a picture book to a child is at the top of the image. In the center is a white shape with blue writing in the center reading "Exploring Mental Health with Kids Through Stories and Activities." There are colorful blue and pink shapes around the white shape, including a pink CAPA heart. The CAPA logo is at the bottom of the image.
General  /  July 25, 2024

Exploring Mental Health with Children

Naming Feelings and Finding Calm Understanding mental health is important for kids and adults. It helps kids know their feelings, realize they are not alone,... Read more: Exploring Mental Health with Children
Children engaging in a craft activity at a table with various colored paper and crafting supplies. Text overlay reads, "Easy Activities to Do with Your Kids."
General  /  July 18, 2024

Resources for Easy, Kid-Friendly Activities

  Looking for fun and easy activities to do with the kids in your life this summer? We’ve got lots of suggestions! Check out the... Read more: Resources for Easy, Kid-Friendly Activities
A family is walking down a hiking trail in the woods. Overlay text says "Free Fun in Kansas City."
General  /  July 11, 2024

Free Fun in Kansas City

  Keeping kids busy during the summer can be challenging, but it’s a great time to build connections and make memories together! Here are some... Read more: Free Fun in Kansas City
General  /  July 2, 2024

July 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our July 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: Welcoming new staff Practical tips for building a summer routine Play Like a Kid!... Read more: July 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter
A young girl and a young boy are seen happily folding and sorting laundry together in a bright, well-lit room. The girl, wearing a yellow striped long-sleeve shirt and green leggings, is placing folded towels into a large gray laundry hamper. The boy, dressed in a plaid shirt and dark pants, is holding a stack of green towels with white stars. Both children are smiling, indicating they are enjoying the chore. The room is tidy, with a light-colored carpet and furniture in the background.
General  /  July 2, 2024

Summertime Structure

Five Practical Tips to Balance Fun and Routine This Summer Summertime often brings fun activities like days by the pool, grilling outside, a trip to a... Read more: Summertime Structure
A timeline outlining the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) initiatives from November 2020 to September 2024. Timeline Details: Nov. 2020: 3-part DEIB training for staff and interns Dec. 2020: DEIB training for board ...: Hiatus due to COVID Feb. 2023: DEIB journey re-launch Mar. 2023: First retreat Apr. 2023: DEIB committee formed Sept. 2023: Second retreat Oct. 2023: Committee drafted DEIB Statement Feb. 2024: Teams begin chart of work Sep. 2024: Third retreat
General  /  June 6, 2024

DEIB Update

We’re dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). To break it down, diversity is about celebrating and representing our differences; equity is making... Read more: DEIB Update
General  /  June 4, 2024

June 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

Our June 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter is live!  In this Issue: Message from Interim President and CEO, Dr. Kristina Jones 3rd Annual Play Like a... Read more: June 2024 CAPA Connections e-Newsletter

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