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he Goddard School of Chicago (West Loop) is more than a warm and nurturing place. It's more than a great education for your child. It's peace of mind. We strive to be the best education based preschool and daycare in West Loop. Book your tour and learn about our play based F.L.EX(Fun, Learning, Experience) program - 312.625.8866 or https://calendly.com/westloop/60min

Cambridge Coaching's team of PhDs, drawn from Harvard and the most selective programs in every possible field, gives it to you straight — What is realistic? What do you need to get there? How will you do it? Plus, a wealth of invaluable tips for tackling every aspect of academia.

NPN's biggest fundraiser of the year, which allows us to continue to bring programming, events and school-choice help to Chicago parents, opens for bidding on Wednesday, March 8th! Open to the public, our Online Auction is bigger and better than ever, with more than 200 items up for bid. Once you've had a chance to see our $65,000+ in goodies for Chicago families, make sure to place bids asap! We know how crazy life can get—set your max bid and rest easy. You can stop back in and visit your items or check your email notifications to make sure you are still in the lead. Bidding closes at 10pm CST on Sunday, March 12. This is the perfect opportunity to buy things you already know you want or need—like summer camps, kids classes, museum memberships, restaurant gift cards, birthday parties, theater tickets, sports tickets, jewelry—and help NPN, a 501(c)3 non-profit that depends on your bids to keep its lights on! Did we mention floor tickets to see Beyonce’s Renaissance Tour in Chicago? How to bid: Go to biddingforgood.com/npnparents. If you are new to Bidding For Good online auctions, click the Register to Bid button in the top center of the homepage. Enter the necessary contact information and click Submit. If you already have a Bidding For Good account, type in your username and password and click Sign In. Click the View All Items button to peruse more than 400 amazing items or click on individual categories to shop item by interest. Select the item(s) on which you’d like to bid. Enter your current bid, maximum bid and/or straight bid. (For more information about these types of bids, see below.) Make sure to click the Confirm Bid button to ensure your bid is properly processed. Track your bids by clicking the My Items button. To update your account or credit card information, click the My Account button. Check your email for updates when there is activity on your items. Frequently asked questions: Do I need to enter credit card information into the system in order to bid? Yes. Your bid is considered your commitment to purchase the item at that price. If you win the item, the credit card used will be charged for the item you purchased. What is a “Maximum Bid”? Your maximum bid is the highest price you are willing to spend on an item via proxy bidding scenario. You can always increase your maximum bid if you’d like or if you’ve been outbid. What is a “Straight Bid”? A straight bid allows you to bid higher than the minimum increment immediately, instead of having to wait until the bidding is increased to that level. Enter the amount you would like to bid on an item, and check the "Straight Bid" option. The bid will be placed immediately at the amount entered. Do all items “close” at the same time? No. Every item’s closing time will continue to extend in 5-minute increments as long as there is continued bidding. Individual items will automatically close when there is a 5-minute extension period with no new bids or after 60 minutes past the original close time. Is there a “Buy It Now” option? Yes, on three items. For the NPN Online Auction, you have the option to purchase raffle tickets to win three floor tickets to see BEYONCÉ - RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR. You can also purchase raffle tickets for the 50/50 auction and you can Fund a Family by purchasing an NPN membership for a family in need. Those all operate as a “Buy It Now” option. Will I be notified via email if I am outbid? Yes. Bidders are automatically opted in to receive bid alerts when they are outbid. Happy bidding! Thank you for supporting the NPN community. Please contact Amy at amy@npnparents.org if you have any questions or need any help.

At Shef, we’re rebuilding the food system from scratch, redefining who can participate in the food economy, and returning personal connection to the making, eating, and sharing of food. We are an online marketplace for local, food safety certified cooks to connect with customers in their community and earn a meaningful income selling homemade dishes. ‍ Homemade is the aroma of your childhood kitchen, the laughter around a family table, the taste of locally sourced produce; it’s memories, nostalgia, and tradition. It’s building bridges between cultures and people that make us whole. ‍ More than anything, the power of homemade food comes from the love and care of those who make it, all opening up their hearts to provide the gift of a homemade meal to you.

At Camp Galileo we believe that kids can change the world and have a blast while they’re at it. That’s why we combine a mindset-shaping, innovation-based approach with summertime fun, and run captivating camps that K-10th graders LOVE. Campers can say goodbye to the same old summer with 6 unique weeks of amazing STEAM projects, exciting collaborative challenges, and fun-filled outdoor games.

Bucktown Academy is a half-day pre-kindergarten program for children ages two through five. Bucktown Academy provides a high-quality early childhood educational experience where children are prepared academically and socially for kindergarten. At Bucktown Academy, we believe that children learn through play within a structured, child-centered environment; our dedication to this approach is clearly demonstrated in our loving and organized classroom where children develop a passion for learning.

Welcome to JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Florence G. Heller JCC, located in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. Here, your child is at the center of all we do. We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. We offer preschool, daycare and more. Our professional, loving, one-of-a-kind educators help your family feel that Florence G. Heller JCC in Lakeview is your home away from home. From incredible classrooms to our beautiful outdoor space, your child will have endless opportunities to learn, play, grow and make friends that last a lifetime.

Ladybug & Friends Daycare and Preschool offers a safe, nurturing learning environment with unique learning activities. Accepts children 6 weeks old to 6 years old.

At Roycemore, we see every child as an individual full of endless possibility and potential. Since 1915, Roycemore continues to promote educational excellence for students PK-Grade 12.

Family is very important to Jennifer. She is passionate about providing the best results for her clients and their families, and making sure they are protected. While Jennifer realizes that there are many attorneys to choose from, she believes her holistic approach sets her services apart. Jennifer feels strongly that quality representation is achieved through a high level of involvement and attention by the lead attorney. In providing this high level of attentiveness to her clients, Jennifer is able to stay in touch with their needs and concerns, while offering them her expertise during every phase of the representation.

PlayWorks Prep, a therapeutic preschool preparatory program, utilizes a global developmental model with an emphasis on social-emotional development and sensory integration. This program is appropriate for children with speech and language delays, social-emotional needs, sensory processing challenges, behavioral challenges, and cognitive delays. Our programs serve children ages 2 ½ to 6 years old with developmental delays that may include: ~ Speech and language delays ~ Cognitive delays ~ Social-emotional delays and/or difficulties with social interaction ~ Sensory processing challenges ~ Behavioral challenges

For nearly 40 years City Home Vacuums and More has been providing expert service to Chicagoland! We are a one stop shop for vacuums, central vacuums, air purifiers, humidifiers, repair and more! Two great locations to better serve you! Lincoln Park: 2646 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614 773.348.4500 Oak Park: 148 N. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60301 708.660.9800 Stop by or call to find out more!

Shopping Girl’s mission is to build a personal relationship with each client in order to provide all personal styling needs as well as affordable, unique, and customized fashion consulting.

The suburbs are confusing! Let a local show you around now, so you can be ready for the busy spring market! Nichole Veihman hosts free, private, western suburb tours, so you can choose the right town for you. Learn about the schools, the downtowns, the culture, and community of different suburbs. My goal is to really listen to you and help you find not just the right home, but also the right suburb. Start your suburb research now, so you can house hunt in the spring, and be in your new home before next school year. Reach out to schedule your tour today!

I discovered and fell in love with photography as a teenager and it has been my passion for over 30 years. Before my children I focused on fashion and fine art, was lucky enough to work under the some of the Masters and have my work showcased and published nationally and Internationally.

Edyta Grazman Photography has been recognized and listed as the Top Chicago Family Photographer by Bump Club And Beyond, The Chicago Chic, Mommy Nearest, Red Tricycle, Pearachute and Yelp, just to name a few. Several of my images have recently received awards in the prestigious Portrait Masters Competition. Check out more of Edyta's work at https://www.edytagrazman.com.

Cultural Care Au Pair connects families all over the country with trained, high-quality caregivers for a fixed cost of $375 per week and saves busy parents time by pre-screening and selecting candidates based on particular family needs and providing exclusive access to applications. Families can also search for pre-screened applicants from the largest database of candidates in the country. For more information on hosting an Au Pair please go to culturalcare.com or contact Marcie Wolbeck at (619) 617-2839.

Since 1981, Kiddie Academy has been a leader in education-based child care. The company serves families and their children, offering full time care, kindergarten, before- and after-school care and summer camp programs. Kiddie Academy's proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum, supporting programs, methods, activities and techniques help prepare children for school and for life. Kiddie Academy is using the globally recognized AdvancED accreditation system, signifying its commitment to quality education and the highest standards in childcare.

Strive ABA Consultants is dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment in order to proactively breakthrough the barriers of autism and other developmental disabilities. We strive to impement comprehensive strategies of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to become catalysts for change while embracing each individual’s full potential.

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Specializing in Diagnostic Evaluations and Developmental Testing for Children Ages 20 Months to 7 Years. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) ADHD Learning Disabilities Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Urban Prairie Waldorf School is a progressive, inclusive pre-k through 8th grade school located minutes from downtown Chicago, educating and preparing students to be responsible global citizens. Our education lights the fires of enthusiasm, creates a sense of agency in the world, offers teaching that is an art form based on love for the children, and fosters a community of mutual support and conscious parenting. We innovate on the 100-year-old Waldorf teaching tradition to engage today’s child intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically. Our hands-on curriculum unfolds in time with the developmental stages of childhood, from the busy preschooler to the newly self-aware 3rd grader, from the “golden year” of 5th grade to the exciting complexities encountered in the 8th grade. We’re focused on the person your child will become: curious, compassionate, self-reliant. Our graduates are ready to excel academically and socially in the environment of their choosing. Find out why our alumni successfully get into the high schools of their choice with the confidence and strong academic foundation that they will need to be engaged, global citizens.

Writing college essays doesn't have to be a painful affair! It's actually an opportunity for creativity and growth. It can even be--dare I say? Fun. Perhaps, like most students, this is the first time you've been asked to self-reflect and share intimately about yourself in writing. Over and over again. On a deadline. (Yikes!) Perhaps you feel like your entire future is hinging on these 650 words, and any excitement you have about what may lie on the other end of the admissions process is eclipsed by your anxiety about the application itself. Okay, that's not so fun. But there is another way! Enter moi - your college essay coach and new best friend. I'll help you: - Stand out in your application - Strategically plan your essays so they highlight your best attributes - Capture your personality in writing - Stay organized and ahead of schedule - Cultivate clarity and confidence

At our training sessions you can hear laughter and words of encouragement while children are trying to mimic the moves of their coaches. We offer a curriculum focused on the basic FUNdamentals of soccer. Our staff of US Soccer Federation nationally certified coaches ensures that each student receives technical and tactical instructions in a positive environment. We foster a culture that encourages commitment, leadership, sportsmanship and resolve. This program assumes no prior soccer experience or skill level. We focus our training on foot-skills and ball control, SAQ (speed, agility and quickness), small sided games and finishing.

At Resurrection Preschool, our philosophy is simple: as educators, we help each child gain a positive self-concept, a sense of competency, and a love of learning. Our classroom activities focus on the “whole child,” including each child’s social, language, cognitive, emotional, and physical development. We also place emphasis on balancing child-selected activities with teacher-directed activities. Started in 1970 by Resurrection Lutheran Church, Resurrection Preschool & Toddler Program has been offering a high quality education for 2-5 year olds since its inception. Our play-based, developmentally appropriate program works to build within each child a positive concept of self and others, a sense of competency, and a love of learning in a diverse classroom that welcomes children of all faiths, classes, and races.