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College

College Planning

Preparing for College: A Checklist for High Schoolers

Kristen J. Gough -
Start with their freshman year.
Advice

How to Help Your High School Senior Through COVID-19 Pandemic

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Find tips on college, financial aid and memory making.
Special Needs

Steps to secure your child’s financial future

Ericka L. Polanco Webb -
Special needs makes planning especially important
Education

Seeing a future for kids with special needs

Ericka L. Polanco Webb -
More programs are helping parents look ahead with hope.
College Planning

Podcast Episode 15: Saving for College

Hillary Bird -
It's important to start saving now.
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Public Schools

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Discover DuPage County's top public schools with the best teachers, rated on teacher quality, student achievements and more.
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Parenting

How Much Does It Really Cost to Raise a Child in Illinois?

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Illinois families know that raising a child is expensive, but the change in costs over the past year might be a surprise.
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Public Schools

See the Chicago Public Schools 2025-26 Calendar: Key Dates and Holidays

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See the full 2024-2025 CPS calendar, including key dates for the first day of school, winter break, spring break and more.
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Advice

Highest-Paying Jobs in Chicago That Don’t Require a College Degree

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Skip college, earn big. These Chicago jobs pay six figures and don’t require a four-year degree. See the top careers now.
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