Collaboration for Early Childhood

09/04/2026

We are honored to be this year's receipient of the OPWG Sip & Stroll Fundraiser!

09/03/2026

Joe visits Paren't Helper Daycare in Oak Park!
Parent's Helper Daycare

09/02/2026

Tomorrow! With the construction on Oak Park Ave., both our front and back doors will be open. There is easy access through the alley between Oak Park Ave and Grove, with ample 3-hour free parking on Grove.
https://collab4kids.org/open-house-rsvp/

09/02/2026

Our friends at Oak Park Dia de Los Mu***os have opened Altar registration. Please see attached for more information.

08/30/2026

Catch up with us while enjoying a sweet treat! 🍦RSVP here: https://collab4kids.org/open-house-rsvp/

08/28/2026

Joe explores The Basics principle of talk, sing, and point.

08/26/2026

Friday, September 11 is the 700 block of Bonnie Brae's LemonAid blockparty. They're looking for event volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080848A9AF28A20-65079698-lemonaid #/ and volunteer bakers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080848A9AF28A20-65079718-lemonaid #/ Bonnie Brae 9/11 Charity "LemonAid" Stand

We'll see you there! Thanks for your support! https://collab4kids.app.neoncrm.com/forms/lemonaid-2026-2

It's LemonAid time once again!!! Here is a list of jobs we need to fill for the day of! We have broken things down to one hour shifts (with the exception of cowbell which is a 1/2 hour shift). We have over 100 shifts, so please sign up for more than one! The jobs are age-specific. Please note the de...

08/24/2026

Request for Proposals

The Collaboration for Early Childhood is pleased to announce the release of the request for proposals for workshops for our 2027 Symposium: Connecting the Dots. We invite educators, researchers, and practitioners to contribute their expertise and insights by submitting a workshop proposal. This is an opportunity to share what inspires your work, highlight innovative practices, and engage with colleagues committed to advancing early learning.

The Symposium will take place in person, in Oak Park, Illinois, on Saturday, February 27, 2027. Proposals are due Monday, October 5, 2026. All submission details and guidelines can be found in the Request for Proposal form linked here https://collab4kids.org/symposium-2027-rfp/

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Convocatoria de Propuestas

La Colaboración para la Primera Infancia se complace en anunciar la apertura de la convocatoria de propuestas de talleres para nuestro Simposio 2027: Conectando los puntos.
Invitamos a educadores, investigadores y profesionales a contribuir con su experiencia y conocimientos enviando una propuesta de taller. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir lo que inspira su trabajo, destacar prácticas innovadoras y conectarse con colegas comprometidos con el avance de la educación infantil.
El Simposio se llevará a cabo de manera presencial en Oak Park, Illinois, el sábado 27 de febrero de 2027. La fecha límite para enviar propuestas es el lunes 5 de octubre de 2026.
Todos los detalles e instrucciones para la presentación se encuentran en el formulario de Solicitud de Propuesta enlazado aquí. https://collab4kids.org/symposium-2027-rfp/

08/21/2026

We are honored to be included in the 25th anniversary of the Bonnie Brae LemonAid block party. Join the celebration! 700 block of Bonnie Brae, 3-7pm, September 11. As always, thank you for your support! https://collab4kids.app.neoncrm.com/forms/lemonaid-2026-2