Kelso Kids Shop With A Cop, Bringing Home Holiday Joy -12/03/24
Fifteen Kelso kids ages 6 to 11 will get to bring presents home to put under the tree after shopping with Kelso Police Officers on Saturday, December 7, at the Kelso Target. The tradition, now in its 16th year, helps lower income families experience more holiday joy while building positive relationships with local law enforcement. Students selected are referred by school counselors based on need.
“Shop with a Cop holds a special place in our hearts," said Officer Shayda Panah. "It provides an opportunity for law enforcement officers to positively connect with children within our community on a personal level. This helps foster a positive relationship between the police and local youth.”
Shop With a Cop: December 7
- Children and will ride a school bus from City Hall with Kelso High School’s Police Science students to Target and shop for an hour with officers before the store is open to the public.
- Students ride the school bus back to City Hall with a Police escort. Presents will be wrapped by volunteers while children enjoy snacks, crafts and photos with Santa.
- Group photo in front of City Hall for students and officers.
- Parents arrive to pick up their kids.
About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world. When we asked students and staff what makes Kelso strong, with 45 voices, there was one clear answer (bit.ly/ksd-strong).