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Mon, 14 May 2012 14:12:23 +0100

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Online Classroom

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:22:45 +0100

The school year is quickly coming to an end, which means deadlines for assignments and examination dates are fast approaching. Every student can use a little help outside the classroom and that extra help is only a click away. We've compiled a list of some of the best educational sites that'll keep you on top of your grades and eager to learn more! Khan Academy Treat Khan Academy as your virtual classroom. With more than 2,100 educational videos ranging in intensity from the Grade 1 level to c...

By Janelle C., Grade 7

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:55:18 +0100

Growing up, I always thought that police officers were mean and scary. I knew that they are there to protect me from the bad things but I always thought they did it in an intimidating way. I guess it was because police officers always looked so serious. Or maybe it is because our parents have always told us that if we ever do something bad, the cops will come after us. Perhaps it is because our parents show fear around police officers too. As I grew older, I started to lose an opinion on police ...

By Mohamad F., Grade 7

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:51:08 +0100

As a participant in the program known as Kids, Cops, and Computers, my whole perspective and views of police officers changed in a 180 degree scale. This program has not only provided me with a laptop to work on school projects but gave me an understanding of how hard our police officers work on a daily basis to serve and protect our community. My perception of officers was to put people in jail, give tickets to people who can’t afford to pay it and most of the times cause hardship to the citi...

Our Cops Are Tops

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:35:32 +0100

Cops are Tops and the students on the Kids, Cops & Computers program can attest to that! We recently held a contest asking students to talk about their perspective of the police and how that has changed through their participation in the Kids, Cops & Computers program. We received over 60 submissions, all of which spoke of the positive impact that the police have on our community. The decision to select the top three winning enteries wasn’t easy, but it had to be done! Congratulations t...

Thank you MGR volunteers!

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 05:00:00 +0100

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give."- Winston Churchill It's National Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we'd like to celebrate the contributions of our dedicated volunteers who have contributed their time to make the Kids, Cops & Computers program a success. Our volunteers are diverse. They are Board Members who offer their time and advice to make the Kids, Cops & Computers program as successful and innovative as can be. They are Toronto Polic...

Survey Confirmation

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:33:58 +0100

Thank you for filling out the KCC survey. Your feedback is appreciated. Sincerely, Heather KCC Program Coordinator Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation...

Alumni

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:25:21 +0100

If you or someone you know is a Merry Go Round alumnus, we want to hear from you! We’re interested in knowing where life is taking you, what your aspirations are and how we can connect you to other MGR grads who are able to assist you with your future endeavours. Please be sure to provide us with your updated email address and phone numbers so we may notify you of upcoming KCC alumni events and opportunities. We're hoping to have Alumni Meet & Greets, establish a mentors...

Confirmation

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:50:22 +0100

Dear Scholarship Applicant, If you are reading this note you can be assured your application has been received. Should you be selected as a recipient we will contact you. Sincerely, Heather KCC Program Coordinator Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation...

Volunteer Activities

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:20:19 +0100

Approved Community Involvement Activities The following is a list of activities that the TDSB and the TCDSB have compiled to complete the volunteer requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. These activities may also be used towards fulfilling the requirements for this scholarship program. Help your neighbours: provide service to seniors or to others who have difficulty leaving their homes – raking, shovelling (no snow blowers), shopping (students should not drive vehicles...

2012 Scholarship Guidelines

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:58:51 +0100

Kids, Cops & Computers (KCC) offers a scholarship program, designed to recognize and reward students currently in Grades 9 to 12 who have demonstrated outstanding community citizenship activities. We believe that active community citizenship is vital to the health and well-being of our neighbourhoods, and further helps the students in our program gain the experience and self-confidence needed to succeed in their futures. Eligible activities performed for the Ministry of Education’s volu...

Pennies for Kids

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:19:09 +0100

Finance Minister Jim Flaherty suggests you should put your pennies to a good cause and give them to charity. “Free your pennies from their prisons at home and those jars they’re in and give them to charity," he said Thursday, during the Federal government's announcement that it will no longer produce the copper coin. Merry Go Round would love to take them. In fact we'll take all your spare change ... we'll even take money that folds! And yes, incredible as it may sound, we take...

Newsletter Confirmation

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:31:18 +0100

Thank you for signing up to the Kids, Cops & Computers Newsletter! We will do our best to keep you up-to-date with our news and any upcoming events. Please take a few mintues to browse our site. The "Impact" section is a great place to start....

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Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:29:04 +0100

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2012 Citizenship Scholarship

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:28:24 +0100

2012 Good Citizen Scholarship Application View the application guidelines here. First Name: Last name: Your current school: Current Grade: Please select... 9 10 11 12 Contact Information Street Address: City: Province: Postal Code: Primary Phone: Other Phone: Personal Email: Application Checklist Please use this checklist to make sure the following items have been attached to this application before submission. ...

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Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:51:21 +0100

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Our Cops are Tops

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:44:57 +0100

As a participant in the Kids, Cops & Computers program, you have had many interactions with police officers. As one participant wrote, "I am very glad and grateful that I have police officers in my life because they make sure that people are safe and the bad criminals are put in the place where they belong, jail." For KCC's second contest of the year, we want you to be as creative as you can with your submissions. Tell us, in your own words, why our Cops are Tops! What impact has being in t...

Mixer Media

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:06:41 +0100

Police Chief William Blair Melissa Grelo & Hurdeep Ahluwalia G. Scott Paterson, MGR Chairman Ben Mulroney, Mixer Remarks...

A Day In The Life Of A Police Officer

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19:43:28 +0100

Few months ago, I was chosen for a program known as Kids Cops & Computer. And in this program a small number of kids learn about interesting information that we did not know. I will be writing about the stuff I learnt in the first meeting that were awesome to know. An officer named Tony had been working as a police officer for eleven years. Most police officers work for 2 – 3 years. Tony told us a cool fact about police cars. At the back of a police car, there are four digit ...

Mixer 2012 Photos

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:53:35 +0100

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Mixer Media

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 14:10:14 +0100

Police Chief William Blair Melissa Grelo & Hurdeep Ahluwalia G. Scott Paterson, MGR Chairman Ben Mulroney, Mixer Remarks...

Ben Mulroney Mixer Remarks

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:57:56 +0100

Ben Mulroney couldn't make it to the 8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer so he shared his views of the Kids, Cops & Computers program through a video message. Here's what he had to say:

Chief William Blair Discusses KCC Impact

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:35:06 +0100

Toronto Chief of Police William Blair, talks with Karman Wong, CP24, about his support of Merry Go Round Children's Foundation's Kids, Cops & Computers program, during the 8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer.

G. Scott Paterson on MGR's Impact

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:24:48 +0100

Merry Go Round Children's Foundation chairman, G. Scott Paterson, speaks with CP24's Karman Wong during the 8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer in support of the Kids, Cops & Computers program. Paterson talks about the impact that the Program is having on kids in Toronto....

Melissa Grelo & Gurdeep Ahluwalia on KCC

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:19:45 +0100

CP24's Melissa Grelo & Gurdeep Ahluwalia speak with Karman Wong about co-hosting the 8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer. Grelo talks about her experience with the Program and the impact it is having on kids in Toronto.

Event Program

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:50:56 +0100

TSN

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:11:54 +0100

Teacher Impact Contest

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:27:47 +0100

I am really inspired by my teacher and I respect him. He has many great qualities and I am thankful to be his student. - Thanooj, Second Place We received some wonderful submissions for the KCC Teacher Impact Contest. The contest, which was open to all Kids, Cops & Computers kids asked students to describe the teacher who has had the greatest impact on them. Click on the thumbnails below to view sample submissions! Brian's Submission &nb...

Mixer Celebrities

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:14:08 +0100

Bill Blair (Chief, Toronto Police Service) Brian Burke (GM, Toronto Maple Leafs) Kate Beirness (TSN) Darryl Boyce (Toronto Maple Leaf) Ken Campbell (The Hockey News) James Cybulski (TSN)Lindsey Deluce (CP24)Marcel Dionne (Retired Hockey Legend)Nathan Downer (CP24/Argos)Darren Dreger (NHL on TSN)Farley Flex (Music Promoter) Duane Forde (CFL on TSN) Sheri Forde (TSN, Reporter) Melissa Grelo (CP24) Gord Miller (Hockey on TSN) George Gross Jr. (Commonwealth gold medalist) &n...

Tutorials

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:48:46 +0100

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Open Office: Presentation

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:37:11 +0100

Launching Impress and touring the user interface OpenOffice.org 2 Impress Getting Started | by David Rivers View this entire Impress course and more in the lynda.com Online Training Library®....

Open Office: Writer Tutorial

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:09:56 +0100

Launching Writer OpenOffice.org 2 Writer Getting Started | by David Rivers View this entire Open Office course and more in the lynda.com Online Training Library®....

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Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:45:53 +0100

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MGR Welcomes Alumni President

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:19:27 +0100

Ashley Juchawski was selected for the Kids, Cops & Computers program thirteen years ago. She was first introduced to the Program in Grade 7, when she was provided with a brand-new computer, printer and Internet connection at her home to use for school work. Coming from a single-parent home, Ashley saw the daily struggles her mom would go through and wanted to make a positive change. "Seeing my mom struggle, I always thought I want to make a difference. I want to work hard. I want to be succe...

By Thuvarakah L., Grade 7

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100

Many people have negative perspectives when it comes to police officers. Some people are scared. I was one of them but, as I got to know them, I wasn’t that scared, in fact I felt protected. My parents are split, which means I had a lot to do with police officers when I was young and I was scared of anyone who had bulletproof outfits and carried guns on them. They often interrogated me also, which brought me to my decision on police officers, scary people who made a living out of scaring other ...

Internet Safety: A Message from Our Kids

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:05:52 +0100

As part of their participation in the Kids, Cops & Computers program, kids are asked to complete a 500 word essay about one of the topics covered during the Lead & Learn sessions by their Toronto Police officer mentors. Shane B. wrote an excellent essay on Internet safety, which was recently showcased on KiwiCommons. Here's what he had to say about being safe online: Internet safety by Shane "Internet safety is an important thing. You have to be very careful of what you put on things ...

Report Card Winners

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:23:49 +0100

Three Kids, Cops & Computers students know that submitting their report cards on time is as good as eating Timbits. Shabab A, Daryll S and Isha R were awarded with Tim Hortons and Futureshop gift cards for exhibiting responsibility by sending their report cards to the Kids, Cops & Computers program on time. Students who met the deadline were entered in a draw and the three lucky winners had a choice of receiving a $25 gift-card to: Tim Hortons Shoppers Drugmart Cineplex Best Bu...

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Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:46:55 +0100

Many charities have complained that the public does not understand the complexity of their work and relies too much on ratios and misleading rankings. We agree. We invite you to visit this new micro-site (www.smartgiving.ca) that the Charity Law Information Program and Blumbergs have created to identify factors donors should consider when donating to charity. It also warns donors of common schemes that should be avoided. Another website, Donate2Charities, which extracts information from data file...

Kids, Cops & Computers Kicks off at School

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:44:49 +0100

Erin Hatfield from InsideToronto.com had her notepad and camera ready during the Kids, Cops & Computers launch at Parkdale Public school. She was there on hand to write about all the excitement that happens during KCC launches. Here is an excerpt of the article she wrote: "Tsomo Chomphel couldn't wait to get home and boot up her new laptop, listen to music by the likes Lady Gaga and Selena Gomez and, of course, work on her school work. "I'm excited because sometimes me, my brother an...

Your Voice

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:01:28 +0100

If you're in Grade 8 and recently filled out a Kids, Cops & Computers survey, thank you! You're feedback is greatly appreciated and will help us make the Program even better! The survey was sent out to the 200 students who entered the Program last year and was tailored to measure the impact we've had on self-esteem, academics and social life. Here are some of the responses we received: "I think this program is really fun and I am sooo thankful I got to be a part of it." "The Kids, ...

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Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:45:36 +0100

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KCC: An Upward Trend for Success

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:04:45 +0100

For the past seven years, St. Maria Goretti teachers Leslie Karra and Danielle Murphy have witnessed the profound impact that the Kids, Cops & Computers program is having on kids. They've "seen first-hand how the computer and eBuddy mentorship motivates kids to do better at school." "I've seen kids go from quiet and shy to exhibiting leadership after they've been selected to be part of the Program," notes Karra. Kids, Cops & Computers works with Grade 7 kids who are selected by their e...

Kids, Cops & Computers: A World of Difference

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:15:10 +0100

8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:03:11 +0100

8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer Raises $208,090 (Net) for Kids, Cops & Computers! To view photos from the event click here. To watch videos from the event click here. The Hockey Hall of Fame was shining with stars February 22 as athletes, broadcasters and prominent names in policing and business came together to support Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation’s Kids, Cops & Computers program. 500+ people attended the 8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer this year including...

Lest We Forget

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:08:18 +0100

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month we pause in memory of the men and women who sacrificed their lives in military service. Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on the heroes - past and present - who put their lives in danger so we can live the life we do today. First held throughout the Common Wealth in 1919, the day marks the armistice (truce) ending the First World War, which took place at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 a year earlier. Today, at public gatherings throughout ...

Homework Help

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:17:02 +0100

With midterms kicking in and deadlines for assignments fast approaching, every student can use a little homework help. That's why we've compiled five online tools that'll help make your journey through the school year less stressful. Quizlet Making flashcards to study material is nothing new, but with Quizlet you don't need to deal with index cards and markers to make them. With 7 million sets of flashcards covering any possible subject, Quizlet is an online haven of study games an...

Thank You Donation

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:24:46 +0100

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Purchase Your Tickets

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:50:58 +0100

Join Us For An Evening That Makes A Difference The 8th Annual Celebrity Sports Mixer At the Hockey Hall of Fame, February 22, 2012 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Purchase your tickets today and help connect Toronto's kids with brand-new laptops and police mentorship. Together, we can make a difference! Purchase a Champion's Package (10 Tickets) Purchase a Player's Package (4 Tickets) Purchase Fan Tickets (Individual Tickets) Please note - online ticket purchases will generate a tax receip...

Thank You USB Kid

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:32:30 +0100

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CIBC's SmartStart for Kids

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:31:36 +0100

Want to learn about money? How to make it, save it, invest it and have it grow? Visit https://www.cibc.com/ca/youth/index-html.html?1,1 for cool tips and tricks on money management. This is one resource that aims to make you richer!...

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:56:36 +0100

The TD Scholarship for Community Leadership rewards students who have shown leadership in many areas including environmental cleanup, the promotion of social justice, the fight against child poverty and others. Basically, if you are a young Canadian who has made a difference in your community, TD Canada Trust wants to hear from you. Each scholarship is valued at up to $70,000 and includes - - Up to $10,000 for tuition per year - $7,500 a year toward living expenses Plus - - An offer of ...

The Elli Davis Team Talks MGR

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:51:23 +0100

Merry Go Round was recently featured in a blog post by Ellie Davis for its dedication to solving "the difficult situations of many people living in this city." "Many of us cannot imagine life without a computer. There are hundreds of children whose parents simply cannot afford to purchase one — no matter how crucial being able to work with a computer is for their future. Fortunately, our thoughtful fellow citizens recognized how big of a problem not having access to a computer at home is, and ...

Our Lady of Assumption Instructors Talk About KCC

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 18:10:47 +0100

Our Lady of Assumption principal, Enza Maggiacomo and Grade 7 teacher Heather LeBlanc talk about the impact of the Kids, Cops & Computers program. The Kids, Cops & Computers program launched in the school yesterday.

A Brand-New Laptop & Eco-Friendly Bag of Goodies!

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:37:32 +0100

Grade 7 students participating in the Kids, Cops & Computers program this year are in for a treat. They will be able to take their brand-new Toshiba C650 laptops home in a handy eco-friendly bag donated by Downsview Park. Also included in the bags are Downsview Park bookmarks and lip balms. "The bags from Downsview Park are a perfect fit," says Natasha Bowes, office manager at Kids, Cops & Computers. "They ensure that the kids have something to carry their new laptops home wi...

Esso Golf Tournament Raises $10,000+ For MGR

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:12:47 +0100

Mulligan sales at the 2011 Esso Invitational Golf Tournament did more than just give golfers a do-over in their game, they helped level the playing field for financially disadvantaged kids. The tournament's "Buy A Mulligan" campaign raised $10,500 for the Merry Go Round Children's Foundation's Kids, Cops & Computers program and will ensure that deserving kids in Toronto have the technology tools they need to succeed in today's digitally dominated world. The campaign provides an opportunity ...

St. James Kids Greet KCC With Bright Smiles

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:37:23 +0100

The Kids, Cops & Computers program equipped an additional 16 students during its Launch event at St. James Catholic School, yesterday. With smiling faces, the selected kids and their parents arrived at the event eager to learn more about their participation in the Program and, of course, receive their brand-new Toshiba C650 laptops. Shauntel M., Grade 7, says she's thought and dreamt of this moment since completing the Program survey in June. "I thought about it all summer. It's somethin...

Kids, Cops & Computers Mentorship Program

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:16:42 +0100

YOUR VOTES CAN WIN A $30,000 GRANT TO KICK START A NEW MENTOR PROGRAM Our proposed mentorship program inspires youth to help youth. Kids, Cops & Computers Mentorship program will have senior high school students in Grades 11 and 12 and/or Kids, Cops & Computers alumni mentor students. Mentors will provide motivational support as well as scholastic mentoring to students in Grades 8 through 10. They will have the opportunity to fulfill their 40 hours of community service to graduate, d...

KCC's First Launch Comes At "Perfect Timing"

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 19:24:23 +0100

Kids, Cops & Computers' first 2011-2012 school launch came at a perfect time for Dilfahr G. The Grade 7 student said the monitor of the computer that he shares with 5 siblings to do homework stopped working recently. "So this is perfect timing for me," he explained. Dilfahr, along with 11 other kids from St. Andrew's Junior High School, walked out from the evening launch equipped with their brand-new laptops and Kids, Cops & Computers USB sticks. When Dilfahr heard that he has been sel...

Put Dreams Within Reach!

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:28:44 +0100

"You truly have given me the gift, the gift of success! For that, words cannot express my appreciation." -Sheraz T Buy one USB and put one in the hands of deserving kids Contribute towards a new laptop Contribute towards a new Internet connection ...

High Achiever Gets Brand New Computer

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 18:24:46 +0100

Inside Toronto reporter Justin Skinner speaks with Seph M. about his experience with the Kids, Cops & Computers program. You can read part of the story below or click here to see the full version on Inside Toronto. Growing up with two brothers, eighth-grader Seph Marshall has often had a hard time getting on the computer to do school work. That changed when he was selected as the winner of a new computer through the downtown Toronto-based Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation. Merry Go Ro...

Make Dreams A Reality

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 18:06:37 +0100

Not all kids go back to school feeling prepared. For some, having a home computer is a dream. This school year, you can make their dream a reality. See the ad on page PM6 of the National Post (Sept/9/2011) or click here to see the ad online!...

Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation Gives Toshiba Laptops a Whirl

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Markham, ON (September 15, 2011) – The Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation (MGR) and Toshiba of Canada announced today a joint effort to equip financially disadvantaged students with Toshiba Satellite C650 laptops. As part of the MGR Foundation’s Kids, Cops & Computers program, a program that seeks to level the playing field for disadvantaged youth, 300 Greater Toronto Area (GTA) students will receive a new laptop this year. Click here for the full story....

KCC: More Than Just A Laptop

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 19:47:38 +0100

Kids, Cops & Computers is more than just about getting a computer, says participant Fuad M. "It's about meeting new people, trying new things and being involved," he explains. Like all participants, Fuad was selected to be part of the Kids, Cops & Computers program when he was in Grade Seven. He had to fill a survey and demonstrate how he would benefit from having a brand-new home computer and Toronto Police officer eBuddy. After attending the launch and receiving his computer, h...

Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation Gives Toshiba Laptops a Whirl

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation Gives Toshiba Laptops a Whirl Foundation to donate 300 new Satellite units to financially disadvantaged students Markham, ON (September 15, 2011) – The Merry Go Round Children’s Foundation (MGR) and Toshiba of Canada announced today a joint effort to equip financially disadvantaged students with Toshiba Satellite C650 laptops. As part of the MGR Foundation’s Kids, Cops & Computers program, a program that seeks to level the playing fiel...

Make Dreams Come True: Connect a Kid

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 16:57:24 +0100

"Merry Go Round has not only given us a wonderful present, but a chance to be successful. Let's face it; we're a generation that relies on technology. For many people it may seem as something that's not a big deal, but to a kid like me, it means a lot." Not everyone goes back to school feeling prepared and connected. For some kids, the first day of school marks the first day of a struggle to get assignments completed on time and looking good. With our society increasingly dependent o...

The Best Free Software for Students

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:46:23 +0100

By: Marc Saltzman (As seen in Moneyville.ca) Marc Saltzman is a Merry Go Round Children's Foundation Board Member and strong supporter of the Kids, Cops & Computers program. If you spend time online, the expressions “you get what you pay for” and “nothing in this world is free” don’t necessarily apply. For students heading back to school, there are hundreds of free programs you can download or use as online-only applications. They don’t cost a dime and you can use them ...

The Ultimate Camp Experience

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:49:51 +0100

Merry Go Round participants Carlo, Daniel, Fuad and Kashyap pose for a picture with basketball athletes Rashad Green, Danny Green and Kevin Spann. When Kashyap P. first heard of a camp opportunity made possible by Merry Go Round Children's Foundation Board Member, Greg Rogers, he was hesitant to accept the offer; he had never been to an overnight camp alone without family or friends and did not know what to make of the one-week experience. The thought of attending Olympia Sports Camp with...

Kids, Cops Computers FAQ

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:50:02 +0100

How can I become part of the Kids, Cops & Computers program? The Kids, Cops & Computers program works with select Grade 7 students attending schools identified by the Toronto District and Toronto Catholic District school boards. Educators within the identified schools select kids who they feel would benefit most from participating in the Program. What happens if my computer gets damaged? We hope you are taking good care of your computer, however if the damage to your computer is ...

Kids, Cops & Computers has Talent!

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:22:08 +0100

From video reviews to paintings and animation KCC kids proved they have talent! Browse through our KCC Talent Contest submissions to see just how talented they are. Sheraz's Talent Video Editing Miranda's Talent Animation Chirshani's Talent Singing Deng's Tal...

KCC Connects Student with iPad

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:19:50 +0100

When Chrishani P. used to watch people on TV accepting prizes they've won, one thought would cross her mind: "That can't be real." Two months ago however, she received a call from Merry Go Round Children's Foundation that changed this belief. Chrishani, a Grade 12 student attending Monsignor Percy Johnson school, was recently awarded with a brand-new iPad from the Kids, Cops & Computers program. "When you called to say that I'm going to get a brand-new iPad, I couldn't b...

Thank You Freedom International

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 17:28:24 +0100

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KCC helps connect Goalball athlete with his passion

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:20:42 +0100

Although Kids, Cops & Computers participant Arvin C. has been playing Goalball for only two years, his passion and talent for the sport have already brought him to the International Blind Sports Federation World Youth Championship in Colorado Springs. Goalball, a sport for the vision impaired and blind, has two teams compete against each other with the aim of scoring a goal by getting a ball with bells embedded inside, into the opponents net. The only catch: players must wear eyeshades...

Greetings from the Government

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:24:13 +0100

Greetings from the Prime Minister

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:10:58 +0100

Greetings from the Premier

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:46:48 +0100

Google Smarter

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:42:19 +0100

Almost instantly after clicking Google's search button, you're hit with a vast sea of knowledge that one cannot even come close to finding at the biggest of libraries. That's why, whether you are researching a school project, hobby, movie review, celebrity gossip or the news, Google is the way to go. But, at times, being overwhelmed with pages and pages of results can be both frustrating and time consuming. That's why we've compiled 5 tips and tricks that will make your next Google search quicke...

KCC: Connecting Toronto's Kids With Their Passions

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:11:07 +0100

Be Web Wise

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:49:12 +0100

While exploring the Internet is a wonderful way to spend some of your free time this summer, you should always be cautious of what footprints you're leaving online. After all, what you do and say online may impact you forever. Here are 10 Internet safety tips that you should always follow whether you're just browsing for fun or keeping in touch with friends through email, messenger and social media sites like Facebook: 1. Think of the Internet as a stranger: Information you post on the Intern...

KCC: Talent Contest!

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 15:47:30 +0100

The Kids, Cops & Computers program wants to add some excitement to your summer by giving you a chance to win a brand-new iPod shuffle! All you have to do is tell us about a talent you are proud of, in as creative a way as you like. You can make a video of yourself performing your talent, a photo-essay, draw a picture, write a story, an essay or poem. Let your imagination guide you. Send your submissions to hiba@merrygoround.ca or upload them to Facebook at www.facebook.com/kidscopscomputers ...

Supporter Badges

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:09:56 +0100

Thank you for supporting Kids, Cops & Computers We welcome our community and corporate supporters to add a "Supporter Badge" to your website. You can copy and paste the image or insert the accompanying html code. Please link to http://www.kidscopscomputers.org 100 X 100 <a href="http://www.kidscopscomputers.org/"><img alt="KCC Proud Supporter" src="http://www.kidscopscomputers.org/images/stories/Badges/proud_supporter_100.jpg" ></a> 150 X 150 ...

About Us

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 19:08:27 +0100

Merry Go Round Children's Foundation was established in 1997 to level the playing field for financially disadvantaged kids and assist in breaking down barriers between youth and police. The Foundation is able to achieve its mission through its unique Kids, Cops & Computers program. The Program, which runs from Grade 7 through high school, provides kids with brand-new home computers and Toronto Police mentorship. To date it has helped 1,400 kids get digitally connected....

KCC: Smile, you've been SNAPed!

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 17:53:45 +0100

Photographer David Raines from SNAP North Toronto had his camera flashing during Merry Go Round's annual Inspiration event. From guest speakers to the recognition ceremony, Raines captured the essence of what Inspiration is truly about: a time to celebrate the achievements of Grade 7 students on the Kids, Cops & Computers program. Merry Go Round installs brand-new computers and Rogers Internet connections in the homes of financially disadvantaged kids in Toronto. Grade 7 students are pa...

230 Toronto Lawn Tennis Club Connects Kis

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 14:09:49 +0100

A recent squash Calcutta held at The Toronto Lawn Tennis Club is digitally connecting kids in Toronto's 13 priority areas. That's because 25% of the tournament's proceeds were donated to Merry Go Round Children's Foundation in support of the Kids, Cops & Computers program, which provides financially disadvantaged kids with brand-new computers, colour printers, Everest College computer training and Internet safety seminars. "It's a great charity that works to educate kids and that is exa...

Life Time Donors

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:28:38 +0100

Dear Sponsor, Thank you very much for the laptop. It has been very beneficial to me. The laptop has really helped me with school work, research, and also kept me in touch with relatives. Furthermore, I have learned a lot from the computer classes. Sincerely, Maria L., Valley Park Middle School Corporate & Community Sponsors $1,000,000 + Rogers (in-kind) $200,000 - $999,999 Anonymous CIBC Children’s Foundation HP (in-kind) Microsoft (in-kind) National Po...

Corporate Supporters

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:26:57 +0100

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Community Partners

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:36:03 +0100

The Toronto District School Board and Toronto Catholic District School Board work closely with Merry Go Round Children's Foundation to identify students who are eligible to participate in the Kids, Cops & Computers program. Principals and teachers from participating schools provide resources for mentor support and help refine Program activities. Representatives from both the TDSB and TCDSB sit on Merry Go Round Children's Foundation's Board. The Toronto Police Service's C...

Partners

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:26:47 +0100

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Merry Go Round Children's Foundation User Agreement

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:05:24 +0100

User Agreement Unless otherwise indicated, this Web site and its contents are the property of Merry Go Round Children's Foundation (Kids, Cops & Computers). and/or its subsidiaries, affiliates, or assigns (collectively "kidscopscomputers.org"), and are protected, without limitations, pursuant to Canadian and foreign copyright and trademark laws. By accessing this Web site, you agree to the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree, you have no right or license to access this Web sit...

Study: Technology Helps Boost Student Performance

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:38:08 +0100

Technology is helping to improve classroom performance by students from kindergarten through college and to increase productivity by teachers, principals and administrators, according to a new study released today by CompTIA, the non-profit association for the information technology (IT) industry. “With emerging technologies such as tablets and netbooks, interactive whiteboards and wireless solutions gaining ground in the classroom, the reliance on IT by the education market will only grow in ...

Events

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:08:02 +0100

Launches 8th Mixer Inspiration ...

Inspiration

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:01:08 +0100

Inspiration Our annual Inspiration event recognizes the achievements of first-year Kids, Cops & Computers' students. Held in late May or early June each year, the event is a time when the Grade 7 students, their police officer eBuddies, teachers, corporate supporters, volunteers and Merry Go Round Board Members all come together to celebrate students' achievements. Individual awards are presented along with KCC Scholarships. Inspiration 2011 was held at the Toronto Celebratio...