What We Do

PROMOTE 
communication 
& collaboration
OFFER 
character building & leadership  programs 
INCREASE 
cultural competency
AID 
schools with their inclusion initiatives
LISTEN & RESPOND
to the needs of our network
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If you missed the live presentation this summer, here is an opportunity to watch it
​On Demand... 

ONLINE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES:

Los Angeles based African American Member Parent & Educator Group



​SIX STEPS FOR WASHING HANDS

COVID - 19 GUIDANCE
Five Steps to help stop Coronavirus
1. Stay  home as much as you can 
2. Keep a safe distance
3. Wash hands often
4. Cover your cough
​5.  Sick?    Call ahead​  

What is ISDN?

ISDN is an alliance of parents and educators dedicated to enhancing the development of environments that are welcoming, inclusive and equitable for our students and their families. By establishing a strong network, ISDN seeks to strengthen collaborative efforts through programming, dialogue and improved interschool communication. 

ISDN is a 501c3 non-profit organization.

We seek to:
Establish a strong inter-school organizing community
Empower families by providing ongoing support
Raise the level of awareness and understanding of differences  
Enhance each school's commitment to anti-bias awareness, mu;ti-cultural programming and equity initiatives.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

FPWA
​Fulfilling the Promise of Opportunity​

presents R.E.A.L. Equity Talks, every Thursday morning in October.

These events are free.
​See description under Events tab.

Upcoming ISDN Events 

Race and Privilege Parent Alliance: 
RAPPA Events

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​​What: 
  RAPPA is an inclusive group of adults interested in pursuing a greater understanding of anti-bias awareness.
​Everyone is welcome.

Online Zoom Meeting
Thurs. October 15, 2020
​6pm

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RAPPA meetings create a safe space to express what is on your mind, engage in thoughtful discourse and learn from each other.
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    2020- 2021 Season
The On Track Program
for 5th to 8th graders
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What: 
   On Track Program       a Saturday educational empowerment program for students of color in
grades 5 to 8.

Give your child an education they cannot get in regular school.

 Program Cancelled
due to COVID
for 2020 - 2021
Consists of 10 Saturday sessions, from 10:30am to 12:30pm.
Where: 
Virtual Classroom
Cost: $500 for 30 classes

To be placed on list for future registration.

 2020 - 2021 Season

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What: 
ON TRACK ENRICHMENT TUTORING
On Track instructors are ready to help combat summer slide and poor remote learning. 
When:
After School & Weekends
​Where: 
Zoom Online Individualized Instruction available
Time:
As desired
Contact:
​wendy@isdnetwork.org

 ​ PARENT LEADERSHIP CAUCUS 

When:
TBA

Where:
The Nightingale-Bamford School - 20 East 92 St.
Time:
6 to 8pm
Cost: Free
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An opportunity for multi-school discussions about DEI initiatives and collaborations.

 Getting AIR
​(Acceptance, Inclusion and Respect)

Exploring Trans and Gender Non-Binary Identity 
for High School Students.

An "in-person" discussion group and support system designed for Trans and gender non-conforming high school students within the independent school community.

We welcome school participation and involvement.

2020 - 2021 Season
When & Where:
TBA
For more information, 
​contact@isdnetwork.org 
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ISDN is a 501(c)(3) organization and your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.