SPONSORED CONTENT, Preschool, Playschool Kim Soderberg McRae SPONSORED CONTENT, Preschool, Playschool Kim Soderberg McRae

Helping Preschoolers Build Independence Before Kindergarten

When we asked some of the local Kindergarten teachers what they hope to see in their students coming into Kindergarten they all said strong independence/self-help skills. In a preschool classroom with 24 kids and two teachers, we ask that all the kids at least TRY to put on their own outdoor gear.

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Education, Kindergarten, Parenting Kim Soderberg McRae Education, Kindergarten, Parenting Kim Soderberg McRae

Prairie Waters Elementary Exploring Alternating Full-Day Kindergarten: Parent Survey Now Open

Prairie Waters Elementary is exploring a move from half-day Kindergarten to a full-day program on alternating days, and families are invited to share their thoughts. Rocky View Schools (RVS) uses Administrative Procedure 211 to guide this process, and parent feedback is essential.

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Christmas, Community Events, City of Chestermere Kim Soderberg McRae Christmas, Community Events, City of Chestermere Kim Soderberg McRae

Winter Lights Festival Set to Brighten Chestermere on November 29

The City of Chestermere’s annual Winter Lights Festival returns on Saturday, November 29, 2025, bringing an evening packed with lights, live entertainment, and family activities at John Peake Park. The event runs from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with the annual lighting ceremony scheduled for 6:00 pm.

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