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Charter Schools

Chicagoland charter schools every parent should know about

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Explore the best charter schools in the Chicago area with data-driven picks to help families find the right fit.
Charter Schools

Best charter schools in Chicago and Cook County for 2025

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Discover top charter schools in Cook County to help your child thrive — with data, reviews and standout programs.
Education

New Illinois Law Shields Undocumented Children From School Exclusion, ICE Raids

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Next year, undocumented students will have new protections in Illinois schools.  A new law, the Safe Schools for All Act (HB 3247), defends every child’s...
Uncategorized

Looking for Affordable Living? The No. 1 City Is Right Here in Illinois, According To This Ranking

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The most affordable place to live in the United States is hidden in the heart of Illinois.  A new ranking by the U.S. News and...
College Planning

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign: What Parents Need to Know About Majors, Housing, Scholarships, and Tuition

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Is your child considering becoming a Fighting Illini?  The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is a premier research university serving roughly 55,000 undergraduate and graduate...
Attractions

WONDRA Opens in Schaumburg: Multi-Sensory Family Experience at Woodfield Mall

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Shrink down to the size of a ladybug and walk along the forest floor then float among the clouds at WONDRA, a new multi-sensory...
Travel

Illinois’ Best Small Town? This Historic Gem Might Surprise Chicagoland Families

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The best small town in Illinois, according to a geography resource company, is perfectly set up for a family vacation.
Public Schools

When is the First Day of School for CPS?

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As the bustle of summer winds down, preparation for the new school year amps up.  Chicago Public Schools parents can be prepared for the first...
Parenting

These Illinois Small Cities Are Among the Best in the Nation

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For many families, the slower pace of a smaller city outweighs the benefits of a larger one. Families looking for a small city to settle...
Advice

Illinois Nearly Tops the List for Millennials — But One Score Held It Back

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Millennials living in Illinois have it pretty good according to a study of the best states for the generation to reside.  WalletHub, a personal finance...
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