Tag: Calgary ECS
Riya’s Rolling with Speech
Pacekids Programs
March 9, 2026
When Varun taught his daughter, Riya, how to bike, he placed his foot on her back tire to keep her from rolling away too soon. Unsatisfied with the lack of movement, Riya turned to her father and said, “Keep your feet to yourself.” All Varun and his wife, Shweta, could do was look at each other and laugh. “Her tone was so passive-aggressive,” laughed Shweta. “It made us so happy.” “We didn’t see any of this attitude and communication before we joined Pacekids. All these things give us a lot of happiness.” ─ Shweta Riya was diagnosed with autism spectrum
More Than a Milestone: Pacekids’ 2025 Year in Review
Pacekids Programs
February 26, 2026
Alex Reed Executive Director If I may be so bold, this past year has been one of the most significant in the history of Pacekids — not simply because we opened a new school, but because of what that school represents. When the doors of our Sunridge facility finally opened, it wasn’t just the sound of staff and families arriving, or the laughter of children echoing through new hallways. For me, it was the sound of possibility. It was the realization of years of dreaming, planning, and believing that more children should have access to the services they so desperately
Pacekids ECS Online Info Session + Q&A
Pacekids Programs
February 25, 2026
Are you exploring preschool or kindergarten options for your child with diverse needs? Pacekids is hosting two upcoming online ECS information sessions, and we’d love for you to join us! Each session is designed to give families an in-depth look at our Early Childhood Services program. What you’ll learn: How our play-based, individualized programming supports each child’s unique development What a day in our ECS classrooms looks like How our transdisciplinary therapy team works directly alongside classroom staff Program funding through Alberta Education’s Program Unit Funding (PUF) Fees, transportation, and available subsidies Our registration and intake process How we keep
Valentine’s Bash by We Rock the Spectrum
Nikki Montilla
January 28, 2026
Pacekids is proud to sponsor this year’s Valentine’s Bash hosted by our amazing community partner, We Rock the Spectrum – North Calgary! Join us for a love-filled evening on Saturday, Feb. 7th from 4pm – 6pm at We Rock the Spectrum North Calgary (440 28 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6T8). Expect 2 hours of open play, themed crafts, balloon drop, sweet treats and a dance party with Rumi! Register NOW for $20/child at werockthespectrumnorthcalgary.ca or call 403-454-0446 We Rock the Spectrum – North Calgary is one of Pacekids’ valued community partners. Opening their doors in 2023, We Rock the Spectrum was founded
Sunridge 2026 Open House
Pacekids Programs
December 17, 2025
Celebrate International Education Day with us on January 24th, 2026! Pacekids is hosting our first-ever public Open House at our Sunridge school. Come join us to learn about our Early Childhood Services and explore enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. When: Saturday, January 24th, 2026 from 10am to 12pm Where: #130 2850 Sunridge Blvd NE, Calgary, AB T1Y 6G2 Tour our bright, welcoming facility and discover our classrooms, sensory rooms, gym, and specialized learning spaces. Meet the passionate educators, Classroom Therapy Aides, and therapists who make our programs exceptional. We’re excited to feature our partners Sprog and Sprocket, We Rock the Spectrum
Riya’s Rolling with Speech
Pacekids Programs
March 9, 2026
When Varun taught his daughter, Riya, how to bike, he placed his foot on her back tire to keep her from rolling away too soon. Unsatisfied with the lack of movement, Riya turned to her father and said, “Keep your feet to yourself.” All Varun and his wife, Shweta, could do was look at each other and laugh. “Her tone was so passive-aggressive,” laughed Shweta. “It made us so happy.” “We didn’t see any of this attitude and communication before we joined Pacekids. All these things give us a lot of happiness.” ─ Shweta Riya was diagnosed with autism spectrum
More Than a Milestone: Pacekids’ 2025 Year in Review
Pacekids Programs
February 26, 2026
Alex Reed Executive Director If I may be so bold, this past year has been one of the most significant in the history of Pacekids — not simply because we opened a new school, but because of what that school represents. When the doors of our Sunridge facility finally opened, it wasn’t just the sound of staff and families arriving, or the laughter of children echoing through new hallways. For me, it was the sound of possibility. It was the realization of years of dreaming, planning, and believing that more children should have access to the services they so desperately
Pacekids ECS Online Info Session + Q&A
Pacekids Programs
February 25, 2026
Are you exploring preschool or kindergarten options for your child with diverse needs? Pacekids is hosting two upcoming online ECS information sessions, and we’d love for you to join us! Each session is designed to give families an in-depth look at our Early Childhood Services program. What you’ll learn: How our play-based, individualized programming supports each child’s unique development What a day in our ECS classrooms looks like How our transdisciplinary therapy team works directly alongside classroom staff Program funding through Alberta Education’s Program Unit Funding (PUF) Fees, transportation, and available subsidies Our registration and intake process How we keep
Valentine’s Bash by We Rock the Spectrum
Nikki Montilla
January 28, 2026
Pacekids is proud to sponsor this year’s Valentine’s Bash hosted by our amazing community partner, We Rock the Spectrum – North Calgary! Join us for a love-filled evening on Saturday, Feb. 7th from 4pm – 6pm at We Rock the Spectrum North Calgary (440 28 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6T8). Expect 2 hours of open play, themed crafts, balloon drop, sweet treats and a dance party with Rumi! Register NOW for $20/child at werockthespectrumnorthcalgary.ca or call 403-454-0446 We Rock the Spectrum – North Calgary is one of Pacekids’ valued community partners. Opening their doors in 2023, We Rock the Spectrum was founded
Sunridge 2026 Open House
Pacekids Programs
December 17, 2025
Celebrate International Education Day with us on January 24th, 2026! Pacekids is hosting our first-ever public Open House at our Sunridge school. Come join us to learn about our Early Childhood Services and explore enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. When: Saturday, January 24th, 2026 from 10am to 12pm Where: #130 2850 Sunridge Blvd NE, Calgary, AB T1Y 6G2 Tour our bright, welcoming facility and discover our classrooms, sensory rooms, gym, and specialized learning spaces. Meet the passionate educators, Classroom Therapy Aides, and therapists who make our programs exceptional. We’re excited to feature our partners Sprog and Sprocket, We Rock the Spectrum