Chicago music teacher wins Teacher of the Year award
5:18 PM - October 12
Rauner College Prep's Rob Vega chosen by People Magazine as one of five Teachers of the Year nationwide.
Chicago professor builds a school in Haiti
3:18 PM - October 1
Chicago mom and DePaul professor believes the best way to help Haiti is by educating its children.
Chicago Public Schools teachers strike suspended, classes resume Wednesday
10:57 PM - September 18
Union’s house of delegates votes to end strike, contract not yet approved
Chicago Public Schools chief envisions 2012-2013 as a school year of success
2:44 PM - August 20
CPS CEO Jean-Claude Brizard sees tougher work and longer days in the upcoming school year, but with a success story in the end.
Back-to-school swag
3:34 PM - August 2
From snacks to bags to supplies, we've gathered some of the best of the back-to-school offerings this year.
12 tips to get the best start in preschool
12:12 PM - August 2
It is important for kids to have the best experience possible when it comes to loving school, so get started in preschool with our tips from the experts.
Boys vs. girls: Understand the difference (beyond the obvious, of course)
12:01 PM - August 2
Experts say parents and teachers should not compare boys and girls -- or stereotype students based on their gender.
Technology in the classroom
11:55 AM - August 2
What you should know about creating a health media diet for your kids this school year.
Home sweet home
11:42 AM - August 2
Today's homeschooling families are different than those of the past. We examine why families make the choice for their children's education.
Does the end of summer vacation mean the end of vacations?
11:31 AM - August 2
Does the end of summer vacation mean the end of vacations when the school bell rings? Some say yes, some say no.
