Parenting Networks and Resources: Human Resources

Parenting Networks and Resources

Northwestern is pleased to offer a wide range of resources for parents and families, made possible through partnerships with community organizations.

Neighborhood Parents' Network - Connecting Chicago Parents
Neighborhood Parents Network is a non-profit 501(c)3 that connects a diverse community of families with the resources they need to navigate parenting in the city. Expectant, new and seasoned parents come to NPN to find what they need to tackle the everyday challenges of being a Chicago parent. Whether online or in person, NPN makes it easy to find support, must-have information and amazing city events. NPN has been connecting Chicago parents for more than 36 years! NPN is pleased to offer a discount $25 discount of their $65 annual membership fee to Northwestern faculty, staff, post-docs and graduate students. Learn more about NPN's Northwestern discount.
Chicago Parent
Chicago Parent is a monthly parenting magazine, that has been bringing news, events, and articles on a wide range of parenting topics to Chicago parents for over 25 years. Special features include the Going Places family guide (Fall, Spring and Summer) and twice-annual Chicago Special Parent.

Childcare Network of Evanston
Since 1967, CNE has served the community of Evanston by creating awareness about the importance of early childhood education and by advocating for the youngest members of our communities. And like the families they serve, CNE continues to grow.
The Winnetka Alliance for Early Childhood
The Alliance for Early Childhood is a community collaboration organization that promotes the healthy growth and development of children from birth to age eight (or 3rd grade) by providing resources, programs, and support for the parents and professionals who teach and care for them.
Evanston CASE
Evanston CASE is a nonprofit uniquely situated to be the go-to place for families whose children have disabilities and require special education services and accommodations. They serve parents and caregivers with children aged 3 to 22, with any disability, who attend Evanston public and private schools.
City of Evanston - Parks and RecreationThe City of Evanston offers various programs and events throughout the year. From summer camps to movies in the park, the Parks & Recreation Department has resources and programming for the whole family.
Skokie Park DistrictThe Village of Skokie provides programs and events for all ages of your family. From cultural ares, summer camps, and, early childhood programs, many families have found these programs to be beneficial for the whole family.

Family Action Network (FAN)
The Family Action Network (FAN) is a 501(c)(3) organization that curates a free, high-quality human development speaker series each academic year. All programs are free and open to the public.
Evanston Public Library Kids Calendar
Community events for children and families in Evanston, coordinated by the Evanston Public Library.
Kindermusik at Northwestern
Many children are first introduced to music at Northwestern in lively Kindermusik classes, where they explore music through moving, singing, and playing instruments. A rich variety of activities promotes music and language development, symbolic thinking, coordination, and social interaction. Age-appropriate sequential classes are offered for children from birth through age seven.

Childcare Aware
A project of the Office of Child Care, Childcare Aware helps families learn more about the elements of quality child care and how to locate programs in their communities.
National Association for the Education for Young Children (NAEYC)
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research.
Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families
Founded in 1977 by leading researchers and clinicians in diverse disciplines focused on child development, ZERO TO THREE works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the early connections that are critical to their well-being and development.
TeenLife
TeenLife connects with parents, teens, and counselors who seek experiences that inspire purpose and passion for college and life beyond school. They have been the go-to site for content, college information, and other opportunities for over 10 years. TeenLife connects students, parents and educators with the best experiential learning opportunities for middle- and high-school students