October 2019
Members of NSSRA’s Board of Directors and full-time staff celebrate the purchase of NSSRA’s new facility at the recent Board meeting on Thursday, September 12.
NSSRA Purchases Former Lakeside Congregation Building in Highland Park for New Recreation Facility

Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA) ended its six-year search for a new facility on Thursday, August 29 when its purchase of Lakeside Congregation for Reform Judaism was made official.

Set back on Lake Cook Road near the Edens Expressway, the 5.5 acre campus and 30,000 square foot facility is in the heart of the northern suburbs and central to NSSRA’s 13 partner agencies.

“This is an important step in our nearly 50-year history,” said NSSRA’s Executive Director Craig Culp. “We set a goal in 2013 to find the most suitable, permanent home for NSSRA, and this new facility will not only accomplish that goal, but also shape the next 50 years of fun, friendship and community for NSSRA participants and families.” Read more.
SWING may have been rained out this year, but thanks to the support of our incredible s ponsors, donors and golfers we still raised more than $55,000 for NSSRA Foundation!

To still be able to call a cancelled event a tremendous success is a tribute to NSSRA’s generous and enthusiastic community. These funds will provide scholarships for children, teens and adults with disabilities who participate in NSSRA’s year-round recreation activities and will assist NSSRA in purchasing accessible vehicles. We are so grateful for your support!
In September, Gator golfer Miguel L. and the Gator White volleyball team competed at the Special Olympics Illinois Outdoor Sports Festival!

Miguel placed 1st in his division for golf, and Gator White played hard in both of their games on Saturday, losing the first and winning the second! Unfortunately, Sunday games were cancelled due to rainy weather and some teams weren’t able to play, so no awards were handed out.

All of that said, the weekend was a blast and the Gators had a ton of fun together! Congrats, Miguel, and Gator White for your hard work and sportsmanship! We are so proud of you! Click here for more details and photos.
We are thrilled to welcome Brian Romes, Park District of Highland Park ’s newly minted Executive Director, to NSSRA’s Board of Directors! Big things are ahead for us in Highland Park, and we couldn’t be more excited to work together. Welcome, Brian!

If you need help navigating WebTrac, NSSRA's online registration portal, we've got you covered. Join us for a hands-on class where you will learn to use WebTrac in preparation for Winter 2020 registration. Please bring a laptop or tablet! NSSRA has a few laptops and tablets available for those who do not have a personal device. RSVP today to NSSRA Registrar Caitlin Deptula at (847) 509-9400 x6815 or cdeptula@nssra.org.  Click here for details.

We recently had the honor of accepting a check for nearly $1,100 from  D&R Autoworks , proceeds from their July give back event for NSSRA Foundation!

D&R Autoworks is a huge supporter of NSSRA participants, and we couldn't be more grateful for their generosity year in and year out!

Hey, hey! Don’t ditch those fancy clothes after homecoming! Help our participants look and feel their best for our 2020 Shining Stars Banquet, when we’ll be celebrating our 50th anniversary as an agency!

New and gently used cocktail and formal dresses, suit coats and ties may be dropped off at the NSSRA office or to  D&R Autoworks  through April 1, 2020.  Click here for details.
Fall Program Reminders
As we head into the most wonderful time of the year, we have a few friendly reminders for our participants and families:

Please label all hats, gloves and coats, etc.   Temperatures will be dropping soon which means that coats and all manner of winter wear will be creeping back into our daily wardrobes.  Please remember to label ALL outerwear with participant's names  so that we know who to return things to when those items inevitably get left on the bus, in the office and at program.

The program guide for Win ter programs will be in the mail soon and the 2020 Annual Information Form (AIF) must be on fil e before any registrations will be processed. This form can be completed on our website here:  www.nssra.org/forms

AIFs are completed on an annual basis and provide NSSRA with the most up-to-date information about our participants. Please be as specific and detailed as possible. If you selected that you or your participant has a seizure disorder also please complete the 2020 Seizure Information Form (SIF), also found on our website here:  www.nssra.org/forms
Summer Recap

We've been here, there and everywhere the last few months, taking on adventures and celebrating summer together! Catch up on our fun!

We're hiring! Get in the game and work for NSSRA this fall!

No experience is necessary, we offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay and the chance to give back to your community and have fun, too. Details here.

Questions? Contact Human Resources Coordinator Morgan Baiardo at (847) 509-9400 or mbaiardo@nssra.org.
NSSRA Board of Directors
Thursday, October 24 at 10:00 am

NSSRA Foundation Board of Directors
Monday, December 9 at 5:00 pm

NSSRA Associate Board Meeting
Monday, October 28 at 7:00 pm

As part of a program through Amazon called Amazon Smile, when you shop online through  smile.amazon.com , Amazon gives NSSRA Foundation a portion of the profits from your purchase. Click here for details.
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