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2025-2026 PD Days
PD Days | 9am - 4pm | Ages 5 - 12
Drop off 8:30am - 9am | Pick up no later than 4:30pm
Our unique PD Day programs offer children access to multiple community-based learning resources in one engaging experience. In the morning, participants will explore the exhibitions at the Esplanade and take part in play-based art projects designed to spark imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills. In the afternoon, we take a short walk across the street to the Medicine Hat Public Library, where kids can enjoy special programming and activities that complement their creative learning.
The registration fee includes all materials. Please note that some materials may stain clothing, so students should wear old clothes or bring an apron or paint shirt. Be sure to pack appropriate outdoor clothing (boots, toques, mitts, etc.) as we may go on short walks, weather permitting.
• September 19 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• October 10 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• December 19 (MHCBE PD Day)
• January 23 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• March 20 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• April 24 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• May 15 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
About the instructor: Julie Downey-Hoglund
While our projects and spaces make this program special, our arts instructor Julie Downey-Hogland, will ensure that each child has a positive experience. Equipped with a post-secondary education in both social work and fine art, she is passionate about inspiring children to achieve their full potential and to have fun while doing it! Julie has extensive experience working with children and youth of all ages and abilities. She has been creating a warm and inclusive learning space as an arts instructor at the Esplanade since June 2018 and we are very lucky to have her!
A patron may withdraw their registration up to two weeks prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund. No refund will be issued within the two weeks prior to the start date, but withdrawals during that time period will be considered on a case by case basis and may result in a credit applied to the patron’s name. No credit or refund will be issued to any withdrawals within three business days before the start date of the program.
Drop off 8:30am - 9am | Pick up no later than 4:30pm
Our unique PD Day programs offer children access to multiple community-based learning resources in one engaging experience. In the morning, participants will explore the exhibitions at the Esplanade and take part in play-based art projects designed to spark imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills. In the afternoon, we take a short walk across the street to the Medicine Hat Public Library, where kids can enjoy special programming and activities that complement their creative learning.
The registration fee includes all materials. Please note that some materials may stain clothing, so students should wear old clothes or bring an apron or paint shirt. Be sure to pack appropriate outdoor clothing (boots, toques, mitts, etc.) as we may go on short walks, weather permitting.
• September 19 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• October 10 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• December 19 (MHCBE PD Day)
• January 23 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• March 20 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• April 24 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
• May 15 (MHPSD/MHCBE PD Day)
About the instructor: Julie Downey-Hoglund
While our projects and spaces make this program special, our arts instructor Julie Downey-Hogland, will ensure that each child has a positive experience. Equipped with a post-secondary education in both social work and fine art, she is passionate about inspiring children to achieve their full potential and to have fun while doing it! Julie has extensive experience working with children and youth of all ages and abilities. She has been creating a warm and inclusive learning space as an arts instructor at the Esplanade since June 2018 and we are very lucky to have her!
A patron may withdraw their registration up to two weeks prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund. No refund will be issued within the two weeks prior to the start date, but withdrawals during that time period will be considered on a case by case basis and may result in a credit applied to the patron’s name. No credit or refund will be issued to any withdrawals within three business days before the start date of the program.
In the event that the class of your choice is sold out, please click HERE to be added to the waiting list. Please ensure you specify which class you require.
