Community Partners & News

Click on the logos below to be directed to the websites for community organizations. If you would like to have a flyer approved and posted, please submit it via email to Linda Wehrheim. Information should be submitted two weeks in advance of the date you would like it posted. Please do not submit items directly to the schools or PTOs.

Distribution of this information does not imply directly or indirectly that the content of the material is sanctioned, sponsored, or endorsed by the District, the School Board, or the Superintendent.

Categories Organization Information Flyers
Education    
New Trier High School New Trier High School Information about High School District 203
Northern Suburban Special Education District Northern Suburban Special Education District Special education cooperative that provides programs, services and coaching and consultation to our 18 member districts.
Winnetka Community Nursery School Founded in 1943, a non-profit preschool offering a rich and creative play-based curriculum, highly qualified staff, opportunities for parental involvement and a sense of school community.
Winnetka Public School Nursery Winnetka Public School Nursery A private, non-profit preschool open to all children from any community
Winnetka Public Schools Foundation Winnetka Public Schools Foundation The WPSF enhances education in the Winnetka Public Schools through fundraising and education.
Parent Education    
Alliance for Early Childhood Alliance for Early Childhood Provides programs and support for parents and professionals who teach and care for young children
Family Awareness Network Family Awareness Network Sponsors educational programs for parents and teachers and fosters connections between parents, community and schools
Parent Education Consortium Parent Education Consortium

PEC's comprehensive program calendar is a centralized source listing of parent resources and programs that promote stronger schools, family and community life.

Community    
Village of Winnetka
Village of Winnetka Municipal site that offers government offices, hours, forms, and contacts. Also, features meeting calendar, community events, links and news.
Erika's Lighthouse
Erika's Lighthouse Raising awareness about adolescent depression and mental health

Keeping Kids Safe Project National Child Safety Program that tours the country providing FBI Quality Digital Fingerprints to families.

League of Women Voters of Winnetka-Northfield-Kenilworth The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy.
North Suburban YMCA Volunteer-led, non-profit community organization serving 12 communities of the North Shore.
Winnetka Northbrook Rotary Club Providing fellowship and service opportunities to business owners, community leaders and involved citizens since 1924.
The Volunteer Center The Volunteer Center The Volunteer Center connects students, and residents, with service opportunities.
Winnetka Children's Fair Annual children's fair on the Village Green marking the end of the school year with rides, games and food. A community tradition for over 60 years. Get involved by volunteering or sponsoring today! 67th Winnetka Children's Fair June 7-8, 2013 (PDF)
Winnetka Community House Winnetka Community House Offers a wide range of programs for children, including classes and special events
Winnetka Historical Society Winnetka Historical Society The Winnetka Historical Society educates people on the stories of our past, in an effort to enrich our present and inspire our future. Log House Jubilee (PDF) - September 22, 2013
Winnetka Park District Winnetka Park District The Winnetka Park District offers a wide-variety of programs, special events, parks and facilities including: A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center, Winnetka Ice Arena, Winnetka Golf Club, Platform Tennis, Beaches and Boating.
Students    
Haven Youth & Family Services Haven Youth and Family Services Haven helps youth and their families in crisis and collaborates with schools to identify and prevent crises.
Winnetka Youth Organization Winnetka Youth Organization The YO is a place for young people. Located in the Winnnetka Community House, The YO offers a variety of social events.
Winnetka Boy Scout Troop 20 Winnetka Boy Scout Troop 20 Boy Scout Troop 20 welcomes all boys grades 5-12 to join us. Learn leadership skills and enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, climbing and SCUBA.
Winnetka Troop 18
Winnetka Troop 18 Winnetka’s Boy Scout Troop 18 is one of the oldest and most respected troops in the country, with an excellent program known for producing many Eagle Scouts New Recruit Invitation to Tuesday Meetings (PDF)
Additional Resources and Events    
American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end cancer for good.
Friends of Ogichi Friends of Ogichi Friends of Ogichi is a non-profit organization that promotes leadership in women.
Chicago Botanic Garden Chicago Botanic Garden Chicago Botanic Garden's Mission: To promote the enjoyment, understanding, and conservation of plants and the natural world.
Center for Gifted The Center for Gifted The Center offers programs with unique, hands-on activities for children who express capacity for high performance in diverse areas of intelligence.

Children's Theatre of Winnetka Children’s Theatre of Winnetka is a non-profit volunteer theatre company
known for high quality children’s productions. Established in 1974, CTW
uses a cast & crew of children from New Trier Township, grades 4 thru 8
The Hadley School for the Blind Promotes independent living through lifelong, distance education programs for people who are blind or visually impaired, their families and blindness service providers.

Illinois Baseball Academy Teaching valuable life-skills (sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, etc.), helping children grow as baseball players and people as well.
Kenilworth- Winnetka Baseball Association Founded in 1971, the KWBA is an all-volunteer, non-profit association that teaches baseball and good sportsmanship for 1st through 8th graders in spring, all star, summer, and fall leagues.
North Shore Art League The North Shore Art League has been the premier resource for the arts in Winnetka since 1924, offering arts education, workshops, lectures, exhibitions and scholarships. Spring 2013 Class Brochure (PDF)

Trevian Soccer Club Non-profit corporation with a passion for soccer. By building a sense of teamwork, confidence, fitness and individual skills, players in the TSC will achieve success both on and off the field. Tryouts May 11 - June 10, 2013 - Download flyer (PDF)
Village Club Newcomers and Neighbors Social organization for residents new to Winnetka.
Winnetka Children's Hour The Winnetka Children’s Hour, a non‐profit organization, has been providing live, original performances for families since 1932.