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Plainfield Schools Zone Finder

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For Plainfield Schools parents, one of the main steps to planning your child’s education is knowing which school they will attend.  Plainfield has a number...
Public Schools

IEP Overview for Naperville Schools 

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Read our guide for an overview of how an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) functions within Naperville Schools.  
School Issues

Chicago Teachers Secure Historic Contract Without a Strike – What Parents Should Know

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The Chicago Teachers Union came to a historic agreement with the Chicago Board of Education last week with big wins for teachers. For the...
Private Schools

Incredible Chicagoland Montessori Schools That Help Kids Thrive

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Find top-rated Montessori schools in the Chicago area with programs that support your child’s whole development.
School Issues

Illinois Homeschool Bill Sparks Controversy — What Parents Should Know

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A proposed bill to increase regulation and oversight of homeschools across the state has stalled under pressure from homeschool advocates.
School Issues

USDA Cuts $26.3 Million Grant for Illinois Schools

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A $26.3 million grant to help feed Illinois kids with local, fresh food has been canceled by the Trump administration. The Local Food for Schools...
School Issues

New Illinois Bills Being Proposed Regarding Schools and AI 

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Parents can learn more about potential upcoming legal changes to how AI tools are evaluated and used in the classroom.
Public Schools

Avoid the Morning Madness! The Must-Know Bus Guide for Schaumburg Schools

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Use our quick guide to learn more about which Schaumburg Schools’ bus routes are available for you and your family. 
School Issues

Illinois Schools Could Get More Money Under Governor Pritzker’s Budget Plan

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Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s state budget proposal for 2026 would make another historic investment into public education, but uncertainty about the future of K-12...
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South Side Dad Desmond Owusu Uplifting His Community One Load of Laundry at a Time

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Southside dad Desmond Owusu is bringing free laundry services to families in need through the So Fresh, So Clean project.
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