Director of DevelopmentSt. Gall Catholic School
Executive Director/CEOPAV YMCA in Berwyn
ControllerChicago Public Media
Internal Audit ManagerIllinois Tollway
Monday, November 14, 2011
Friday, November 4, 2011
Drumming Classes at the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance
Drumming classes at the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance!
PRAA proudly presents to you our November/December Studio Arts workshop! Bomba drumming classes! Celebrating the African influence in Puerto Rico and other countries of the Caribbean, we have partnered with AfriCaribe to teach traditional drumming and dance of several Puerto Rican Bomba rhythms, we will prepare and present various styles of folk music from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean through song, dance, drums and other percussive instruments, please email daniel@praachicago.org for more information. This workshop is for students 12-17 years old.
Click here for more details!
PRAA proudly presents to you our November/December Studio Arts workshop! Bomba drumming classes! Celebrating the African influence in Puerto Rico and other countries of the Caribbean, we have partnered with AfriCaribe to teach traditional drumming and dance of several Puerto Rican Bomba rhythms, we will prepare and present various styles of folk music from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean through song, dance, drums and other percussive instruments, please email daniel@praachicago.org for more information. This workshop is for students 12-17 years old.
Click here for more details!
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Scholarshop Opportunity through the Chicago Children's Museum
Chicago Children’s Museum (CCM) is committed to supporting the educational goals of the diverse communities they serve through innovative programs that elevate children’s learning through play. That is why CCM is excited to announce an exclusive scholarship opportunity for educators through the Student and Educator Scholarship Program!
The scholarship program will provide a total of four free learning opportunities through June 30, 2012 to communities in need. The Student and Educator Scholarship Program strives to deepen relationships with schools and organizations in the Hermosa, North Lawndale, Rogers Park, West Ridge and Washington Park communities, as well as support educators and parents in their work to provide meaningful learning opportunities for children and families. Click here for detailed information.
Here are a few key things to keep in mind about the scholarship:
Eligibility:
Among other requirements that are listed in detail on the application (attached), the Student and Educator Scholarship Program is open to individuals working EITHER in: 1) a school where 80% or more students receive free or reduced lunch, OR 2) a 501c3 non-profit organization that serves low-income families. Individuals must also work within the following zip codes to qualify: 60615, 60626, 60637, 60639, 60641, 60645, 60659, and 60660.
Deadline:
Applications must be received by CCM by November 30, 2011. Awardees will be notified by December 30, 2011, with programs taking place between January 3 and June 30, 2012.
If you still have questions after you’ve reviewed the attached application, please feel free to email Courtney Hrejsa at courtneyh@chicagochildrensmuseum.org.
The scholarship program will provide a total of four free learning opportunities through June 30, 2012 to communities in need. The Student and Educator Scholarship Program strives to deepen relationships with schools and organizations in the Hermosa, North Lawndale, Rogers Park, West Ridge and Washington Park communities, as well as support educators and parents in their work to provide meaningful learning opportunities for children and families. Click here for detailed information.
Here are a few key things to keep in mind about the scholarship:
Eligibility:
Among other requirements that are listed in detail on the application (attached), the Student and Educator Scholarship Program is open to individuals working EITHER in: 1) a school where 80% or more students receive free or reduced lunch, OR 2) a 501c3 non-profit organization that serves low-income families. Individuals must also work within the following zip codes to qualify: 60615, 60626, 60637, 60639, 60641, 60645, 60659, and 60660.
Deadline:
Applications must be received by CCM by November 30, 2011. Awardees will be notified by December 30, 2011, with programs taking place between January 3 and June 30, 2012.
If you still have questions after you’ve reviewed the attached application, please feel free to email Courtney Hrejsa at courtneyh@chicagochildrensmuseum.org.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Internet for 9.95 a month
Internet for 9.95 a month for students who receive free school lunches!
Technology is advancing far too quickly for our youth to be without basic internet services. Not only does their school work suffer, but their computer skills as well. Comcast has created Internet Essentials. It is available to households with children who receive free school lunches under the National School Lunch Program.
For more information, visit: www.internetessentials.com
Technology is advancing far too quickly for our youth to be without basic internet services. Not only does their school work suffer, but their computer skills as well. Comcast has created Internet Essentials. It is available to households with children who receive free school lunches under the National School Lunch Program.
For more information, visit: www.internetessentials.com
Street-Level Youth Media
After school media arts workshops meet twice per week for eight weeks, and are geared towards beginning to intermediate-level students.
All workshops are free and held out Street-Level Youth Media's new 5,250 sq ft multimedia center located at 1637 N. Ashland!
All workshops are free and held out Street-Level Youth Media's new 5,250 sq ft multimedia center located at 1637 N. Ashland!
Keeping Kids Safe From the Start: Preventing and Responding to Childhood Exposure to Violence
KEEPING KIDSSAFE FROM THE START: Preventing & Responding to Childhood Exposure to Violence
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Casa Central's Bitia Alfonso Auditorium
1335 North California Avenue (3rd Floor)
8:30-9am: Registration
9am-12pm: Training
Casa Central's Violence Prevention and Intervention Program is pleased to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month with an important (and free!) training
Participants will have the opportunity to network and learn from and with one another, and will also receive reproducible Spanish- and English-language handouts, activities and intervention resources.
Call (773) 645-2417 for more information
Click here to register.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Casa Central's Bitia Alfonso Auditorium
1335 North California Avenue (3rd Floor)
8:30-9am: Registration
9am-12pm: Training
Casa Central's Violence Prevention and Intervention Program is pleased to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month with an important (and free!) training
Participants will have the opportunity to network and learn from and with one another, and will also receive reproducible Spanish- and English-language handouts, activities and intervention resources.
Call (773) 645-2417 for more information
Click here to register.
Domestic Violence Awareness trainings through ICVP
“From Societal to Personal, how to Prevent Domestic Violence”
October 19, 2011 from 9:30-1:00
Guest speakers, Charlie Stoops, Ph.D. from Dominican University and the Center for Advancing Domestic Peace and Megan Rosado Direct Service Volunteer and Education Coordinator Connections for Abused Women and their Children talk about “From Societal to Personal, how to Prevent Domestic Violence”
Click here for more information on the training and how to register.
“How to prevent teen dating violence”
October 26, 2011 from 9:30-1:00
Learn to how to use practical tools that have been shown by research to be effective to prevent teen dating violence. You will receive information and resources in the areas of healthy relationships and teen dating violence to compliment youth-oriented programming.
Click here for more information on the training and how to register.
CEUs are available for both trainings!
PI support clinic
October 24, 2011 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Central States SER
3948 W. 26th St., Suite 213, Chicago
To register for the training, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/supportclinicoct24
These sessions are free. They are sit-down, individualized sessions with members of the Pi Team for 45-minute time slots. Sites can discuss the program improvement process, site YPQA data, implementation challenges, or any questions related to supporting the Pi work at your individual site.
Who should attend: The participants can include youth workers or instructors, program coordinators, managers, funders, and other stakeholders. The training is also a great fit for new staff who are unfamiliar with the assessment tool, or as a refresher for staff preparing for a follow-up assessment.
Information on Selective enrollement and magnet school programs for youth
Options for Knowledge Presentations
There are still plenty of dates available to learn about selective enrollment (gifted) and magnet elementary schools and programs for youth. Get the latest information about how to apply, including the new online application. For information on selective enrollment and magnet options visit http://www.cpsoae.org or call 773-553-2060.
Click here for the schedule of presentations.
Friday, October 7, 2011
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