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Visiting schools is a great way to learn about them, and NPN Playdates make it fun for your whole family. They are a perfect way to spend time inside a school, meet teachers and staff, and learn about what makes each school unique. You will also meet other families, enjoy a fun morning of play, and enjoy a cup of coffee you didn't have to make! Even if you aren't looking for a school, it's a nice way to enjoy the morning. We hope you'll join us! Preschool Playdates are for children under six years old and at least one parent. Screenless Saturdays are for children aged approximately 6-9 and at least one parent. A parent must be present at all playdates at all times. Click on the links below to learn more and RSVP. More dates are added regularly. Check back often!

Welcome to NPN's podcast, Chicago Style Parenting, where we delve into parenting life in Chicago and uncover the resources, information, and support that Chicago families need. Trailer: Welcome to Chicago Style Parenting! Listen here: Spotify Recorded July 2024 Description: Meet your hosts, Amy Johnson and Sitaara Jones Intro Episode: Meet the NPN team! Listen here: Spotify Recorded July 2024 Description: Amy, Sitaara, Jana, Doloris, and Seth welcome our listeners SEASON 1 Season 1, Episode 1: Understanding Anxiety in Children and Teens Listen here: Recorded 8/16/24, hosted by Amy with guest Caroline Adelman, PhD Description: Dr. Adelman and Amy discuss anxiety in children and teens, and how parents can support their anxious child and teen. About our guest: Dr. Adelman completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she completed her pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowships at the Child Study Center at Yale University, and she is the founder and clinical director of Chicago Psychotherapy. Dr. Adelman has published book chapters and journal articles on the topics of anxiety disorders, childhood obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other topics. She has presented her research regularly at national conferences and has conducted multiple clinical trainings on the topic of treating childhood OCD and anxiety disorders. She is also the proud mother of two girls. Perks for NPN members from: Chicago Psychotherapy Sonnets Academy NPN members, click here to learn more and redeem. Not a member? Join now.

Neighborhood Parents Network started in 1980 as a volunteer-run organization. Today, our Executive Director, a team of part-time directors and managers, and a group of amazing volunteers continue the work of supporting Chicago families. If you are passionate about helping parents research schools, navigate developmental differences, and get parent-to-parent advice, we hope you will join us! Posted on 8/17/23 Board of Directors - volunteer Junior Board Member - volunteer Grants Manager - volunteer Auction Coordinator - volunteer NPN is proud to be an inclusive organization and welcomes families of all cultures and backgrounds, regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnic origin, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

NPN helps Chicago parents find schools, navigate developmental differences, and get parent-to-parent advice. Neighborhood Parents Network, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1980, is Chicago’s top resource for parents. We work with corporate clients to provide value-added services for their employees. NPN is a must-have for all employers in Chicago Recruiting and retaining employees is hard. When childcare falls apart, school application deadlines loom, or a child needs extra support to meet their developmental milestones, your employees need strategies and support so they can do their best at work. NPN can help. When you partner with NPN, your employees have access to all that NPN has to offer, including: - childcare resources - school search guidance - developmental differences support - parent-to-parent advice Support your employees with a Corporate Partnership Corporate partners purchase NPN memberships for their employees for only $30 each, a discount of over 50%. In return, NPN recognizes corporate partners on our website and social platforms. Purchase 30 or more memberships, and NPN will also make a donation to your corporate charity. Click here to learn more. Ready to take the first step towards improving your employee experience? We are eager to partner with you! Complete the form below to get started and to receive additional information.

NPN's annual Developmental Differences Resource Fair is the only free fair in Chicago that brings together therapy providers (speech, OT, PT, DT, etc.), therapeutic schools, and activity providers such as martial arts and soccer all in one place. Expert-led sessions cover topics such as IEPs and challenging behaviors. Whether you have a diagnosis for your child and need comprehensive care or you are looking for services that can treat specific delays or behavioral issues, DDRF is your one-stop-shop for solutions.