NSSRA ’ s Partner Communities
NSSRA ' s Core Values
NSSRA ' s Vision
NSSRA ’ s Services
NSSRA ' s Mission
Diversity , Equity , and Inclusion Statement
About NSSRA
Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association was formed in 1970 and is an extension of ten park districts , two cities and one village in the northern suburbs of Chicago . This partnership includes the Park Districts of Deerfield , Glencoe , Glenview , Highland Park , Lake Bluff , Kenilworth , Northbrook , Northfield , Wilmette and Winnetka ; the Cities of Highwood , and Lake Forest and the Village of Riverwoods . NSSRA has been creating an environment of belonging through play for over 50 years , and has the distinction of being the first Special Recreation Association in the country .
NSSRA ’ s Partner Communities
As a cooperative of 13 partner communities , one representative from each partner community serves on our Board of Directors , collaborating to provide leadership and governance to NSSRA .
NSSRA ' s Core Values
Compassion , Respect , Quality , Flexible , Accountable and Ethical Practices .
NSSRA ' s Vision
To be leaders in recreation by providing innovative and exceptional services for people with disabilities .
Deerfield Park District . . . . . . . . . . Laura McCarty Glencoe Park District . . . . . . . . . . Lisa Sheppard Glenview Park District . . . . . . . . . Michael McCarty Park District of Highland Park . . . . . . . Brian Romes City of Highwood . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Hospodarsky Kenilworth Park District . . . . . . . . Johnathan Kiwala Lake Bluff Park District . . . . . . . . . . . John Bealer City of Lake Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joe Mobile Northbrook Park District . . . . . . . . . . Chris Leiner Northfield Park District . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill Byron Village of Riverwoods . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kris Ford Wilmette Park District . . . . . . . . . . . Steve Wilson Winnetka Park District . . . . . . . . . Shannon Nazzal
NSSRA families and the community are invited to attend board meetings on designated Thursdays at 10:00 am . Board meeting schedules can be found online at nssra . org .
NSSRA ’ s Services
NSSRA services include traditional , inclusive , cooperative , summer camp programs , special events , overnight trips , camps , Gator Athletics / Special Olympics , and more .
NSSRA ' s Mission
Diversity , Equity , and Inclusion Statement
Enrich the lives of people with disabilities in our partner communities through quality recreation services .
NSSRA is committed to cultivating an inclusive , equitable and safe environment . NSSRA works to remove barriers by fostering a culture that embraces diversity and treats all people with dignity and respect .
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