Chicago Neighborhood Parents Network
Chicago Neighborhood Parents Network
Podcast Description
Whether online or in person, NPN, a non-profit 501(c)(3), makes it easy to find support, must-have information and educational, fun events. NPN has been connecting a diverse community of Chicago parents for almost 50 years! We help families find childcare, research schools, navigate developmental differences, and get parent-to-parent support through our active discussion forums, parent workshops, informative articles, playdates, support groups, and more. Many parents know us for our popular flagship events - our Developmental Differences Resource Fair & our Preschool & Elementary School Fair.
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The podcast delves into various parenting themes, including education, child development, and social issues affecting families. Recent episodes have explored topics such as navigating CPS admissions for children with disabilities, the impact of summer jobs on teens, and preparing children for the age of artificial intelligence, offering practical advice and community insights.
Whether online or in person, NPN, a non-profit 501(c)(3), makes it easy to find support, must-have information and educational, fun events. NPN has been connecting a diverse community of Chicago parents for almost 50 years! We help families find childcare, research schools, navigate developmental differences, and get parent-to-parent support through our active discussion forums, parent workshops, informative articles, playdates, support groups, and more. Many parents know us for our popular flagship events – our Developmental Differences Resource Fair & our Preschool & Elementary School Fair.
In today's digital age, many parents find themselves struggling to keep up with the technology their children use daily. One pressing question is: How can we guide our kids to form healthy relationships with social media and technology? In this episode, we'll explore the insights from Jane Kim, founder of KindEd, a social media literacy program aimed at empowering children with the skills to navigate the digital world. This matters not only for their immediate social interactions but also for their long-term development and well-being.
About Jane Kim
Jane Kim is the founder of KindEd, a social media literacy program designed to help children build healthy digital habits. With a background as a former Chicago public schools teacher and an Obama Foundation scholar, Jane's work is rooted in her extensive experience in education and public policy.
Learn more about KindEd here: https://kind-ed.org/
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