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STEAM curriculum broadens the horizons for students

Carrie Rodovich -
Gone are the days where students learn the basics of reading, writing and arithmetic solely through lectures and rote memorization. Schools across the country,...
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Schools trying different ways to teach foreign languages

Shannan Younger -
Some of the Chicagoland's best schools are going beyond the standard way of teaching another language and really getting the kids communicating.
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What schools do with homework and how parents can help

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Avoid homework battles in your house every night by trying some of the tips from Chicago area educators.
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Enrichment opportunities enhance curriculum in Chicago area schools

Carrie Rodovich -
Educators believe supplementing traditional subjects helps lead to students success
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Fundraisers that make the grade for Chicago area schools and organizations

Carrie Rodovich -
School fundraisers not only raise important money for schools, but teach the kids valuable lessons about helping others
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Chicago offers many preschool options to fit families’ needs

Carrie Rodovich -
Quality preschool programs provide a strong base for kids' future learning
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Local schools work to address gender differences in the classroom

Shannan Younger -
Area schools try a variety of tactics to get the most out of students
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Independent schools offer their take on Common Core

Shannan Younger -
Chicago area private and independent schools believe in not-so-standard learning and the Common Core State Standards do not apply to them.
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9 ways parents can establish good parent-teacher relationships

Shannan Younger -
Chicagoland school experts share their best advice to create a relationship that is positive for your child
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