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Illinois Best Public High Schools Ranked – Did Yours Make the List?

Katina Beniaris -
Find top public high schools in Illinois! Explore Niche's rankings based on academics, teacher quality and more.
Education

At Home in the World

Claire Charlton -
Brought to you by British International School of Chicago, South Loop.
Education

Bringing Science to Life

Latin School of Chicago -
Brought to you by Latin School of Chicago.
Things to Do

State Doctors Rank COVID-19 Risk for These Family Activities

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Trick-or-treating with a mask is considered a low-risk activity.
Education

Making the Right Choice for Your Child’s Education This Fall

Tamara L. O'Shaughnessy -
Should we send them back?
Education

How Illinois Schools Will Reopen This Fall

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Two-thirds of parents say yes, one-third is worried.
Education

3 Keys to Educating Gifted Students

Stacey Winconek -
Help gifted students soar academically and emotionally.
Education

South Loop Montessori School Opens Its Doors Amid Pandemic

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Lessons learned to ensure student safety.
Education

How Gen Z learns: they aim to change the school experience for the better

Jessica Schrader -
Gen Z is born between 1995 and 2015.
Education

How Parents Can Partner with Schools to Help Kids Succeed

Shannan Younger -
And it doesn't mean you always have to run the fundraiser.
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These glow-in-the-dark indoor mini golf spots are perfect for Chicagoland families

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These indoor mini spots in Chicago and the suburbs make the game so much more fun with glow-in-the-dark experiences, fun themes and more.
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Events

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is back in the Chicago area with glow-in-the-dark shows

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If your kids love big trucks, bright lights and loud engines, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is returning to the Chicago area Friday, Jan....
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Advice

New Illinois laws impacting families in 2026

Amanda Rahn - 0
New Illinois laws in 2025 include school safety updates, vaping restrictions, trauma training and required relaxation activities for students.
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Guides

A parent’s guide to Chicago Bears game day with kids

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At 5:30 p.m. CST Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, the Chicago Bears take the field at Soldier Field, and for many families, game day is...
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