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SPARK Program • 735 Westgate Road • Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
Nancy Bang, Director
Phone: (847) 824-1065
Fax: (847) 824-8225
email: bangn@d62.org
Billing Information - Carol Russell (847)824-1065, ext 29 russellc@d62.org Early Childhood Programs - Pat Weber (847)824-1065, ext 26 weberp@d62.d62 ESL-Ma. Pilar Ramirez (847)824-1065, ext 22 ramirezm@d62.org Learning Links Family Interactive Library - Julie Ritzema (847)824-1065, ext 35 ritzemaj@d62.org School Age Program - Gloria Gryzik (847)824-1065, ext 32 gryzikg@d62.org Family Support Coordinator - Tamee Hussar (847)824-1065, ext 28 hussart@d62.org Parent Education:
Baby Book Times (English)-Bonnie Hussar(847)824-1065, ext 35
The SPARK Staff hold the following beliefs:
•each child is a unique and special individual to be treated with dignity and respect
•the safety of each child is of highest priority
•all children have the right to develop a positive self-concept
•all children can develop self-discipline when offered guidance and a supportive environment
•children develop best when they are involved in decision making
•play is essential to the healthy development of children
•physical activity is an important developmental need of children
•parents are a child's first and foremost teacher and their involvement and partnership with school programs, staff and activities sets the stage for their child's success