Plano Area Alliance Supporting Student Success

06/08/2026

What are you doing next Friday night? Come join us for FREE fitness in the park. Yoga for adults, FREE babysitting on site for the kiddos! Reach out to Betsy Vega for more information.

06/05/2026

School and Sports Physicals are coming to the Kendall County Health Department through VNA Health Care on Thursday June 25th!!
When calling to schedule an appointment please mention you are calling in reference to the clinic taking place at the Kendall County Health Department.

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El jueves 25 de junio se ofrecerán exámenes físicos escolares y deportivos en el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Kendall a través de VNA Health Care!
Al llamar para programar una cita, por favor mencione que llama en relación con la clínica que se llevará a cabo en el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Kendall.

06/01/2026

Mark your calendar for Friday June 12th at 6:00 p.m. for FREE fitness in the park! Take some time for yourself while we take care of the kiddos. Reach out to Betsy Vega for more information.

05/26/2026

📧Stay in the know!
✔ Get updates on local events, family resources and activities sent straight to your inbox!
🔗 Sign up on our website: https://paasss.org/news/newsletter-signup/

05/20/2026

Reminder! 📣 Our PAASSS Quarterly Collaboration Meeting is tomorrow, May 21 from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. via Zoom!

We’re excited to bring together community partners, providers, families, and regional leaders for an important conversation about the future of early childhood support across Region 24.

Tomorrow’s meeting will include:
✨ Updates from IDEC ahead of the July 1 launch
✨ The unveiling of our new strategic plan
✨ The reveal of our new name and logo shaped by community collaboration and feedback

Thank you for being part of this journey with us. We hope you’ll join us for this exciting milestone moment!

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05/19/2026

🍉 Make the most of summer with family fun close to home!
🎳 From bowling and zoos to forest preserves and more, there are plenty of local spots to explore with your little ones!
🚲 Find a full list of activities and locations at the PAASSS website and start planning your next outing!

🔗 https://paasss.org/parents-caregivers/family-fun-activities/

05/18/2026

Join us for an important community conversation 💛

The Region 24 Mental & Behavioral Health Early Childhood Community Forum is bringing partners, providers, and families together to focus on building resilience and supporting early childhood across our communities.

📅 June 18, 2026
⏰ 11:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Plano Family Resource Center

Lunch will be provided, and free on-site childcare is available (registration required).

Secure your spot by June 10:
bit.ly/4diR1Vp

05/15/2026

👀 Looking for child care this summer?
🔎 Finding the right fit can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be!
💙 Explore local options and find care that works for your family.

🔗 Start here: https://paasss.org/find-child-care/

05/14/2026

💜 Expecting a baby or recently welcomed one? You may qualify for FREE support through the Better Birth Outcomes Program for Kendall County families!

The Better Birth Outcomes (BBO) Program provides caring support for qualifying pregnant and postpartum moms through pregnancy and your baby’s first 6 months. Participants can receive:
✔ Pregnancy & postpartum education
✔ Baby health & safety guidance
✔ Nutrition support
✔ Connections to helpful local resources
✔ Optional home visits and one-on-one support

This free program is designed to help moms feel supported, informed, and connected during pregnancy and early parenthood.

📍 Available for qualifying Kendall County residents only.

👉 Learn more or register here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/63fdf175596e47c6b4a1878b64978362?portalUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fmaps.co.kendall.il.us%2Fportal

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05/14/2026

We’re excited to invite our community partners, providers, families, and regional leaders to join PAASSS for our upcoming Quarterly Collaboration Meeting on May 21 from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. via Zoom.

This special meeting will include:
✨ Updates from IDEC ahead of the July 1 launch
✨ The unveiling of our new strategic plan
✨ The reveal of our new name and logo, all shaped by community input and collaboration

Thank you for helping us build a stronger future for children and families across Region 24. We hope you’ll join us for this exciting milestone moment!

🔗 Zoom Meeting:

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