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

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.

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.

When: 
Thurs. Dec. 12th

Time:
6pm to 8pm

Where: 
Bank St School
610 West 112 St.

Cost: FREE
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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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    2019- 2020 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 begins Nov. 2019
Consists of 10 Saturday sessions, from 10:30am to 1:30pm.

When: 
Nov to March:
11/9, 11/16 & 11/23
12/7 & 12/14
1/11 & 1/25
2/8, 2/22 & 2/29

Time:
10:30am to 1:30pm
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Where: 
The Nightingale-Bamford School
Cost: $600 for 30 classes

Registration is now open
ON TRACK OPEN HOUSE
Sat 10/19/19 - 11to1pm

2019 - 2020 Season

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What: 
Me and My Grownups      Workshop 
Designed  for children of color and their parents in  Kindergarten to 3rd grades to have fun, meet new friends and share parenting secrets. 
When:
Saturdays
Nov 23, Jan 25, Feb 22

​Where: 
The Nightingale-Bamford School
Time:
11:00am to 12:30pm

 2019 ADULT FORUM for
​ PARENT DIVERSITY LEADERS

When:
Tuesday, Nov. 5th

Where:
The Nightingale-Bamford School - 20 East 92 St.

Time:
6 to 8pm

Cost: Free
​
Topic:
​"What's the Buzz, Tell Me What's Happening?"

 Getting AIR
​(Acceptance, Inclusion and Respect)

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

An online 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.

All diversity directors, and GSA student representatives are welcome.

​Student Registration Here

When:
10/23, 10/30, 11/6. 11/13
​Where: 
Online
Time: 8-9pm
For more information, 
​contact@isdnetwork.org 
DONATE HERE

ISDN is a 501(c)(3) organization and your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.