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Best Elementary Schools in Cook County
Choosing an elementary school is an important early step in a child’s education. Some schools in Cook County have better scores than others. Niche, a data-analyzing website focused on schools, has graded some of the best elementary schools in Cook County. The results stem from multiple ranking factors including...
3 Ways to Get Chicago Kids to Love Nature
When Council Oak Montessori School moved to its Blue Island location six years ago, enticed by the large plot of land that came with the building, their first order of business was to transform the playground. Students and teachers knew what to do, and the first step was to repurpose...
Game On at Stay & Play Game Cafe
Take your family game night to the next level at Stay & Play Game Cafe in Irving Park. The creative family-owned cafe provides everything you need for the perfect game night: a wide selection of games for all ages, delicious food, drinks for grown-ups and even fancy mocktails and hot chocolates for kids.
Picking the Right School in Chicago for Your Future Leader
Picking the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you make regarding their development. However, if you’re like a lot of parents, you may feel overwhelmed by the range of options available. Nakisha Hobbs, CEO & Co-Founder of It Takes a Village Family of...
Fun Ways to Celebrate Leap Day in Chicagoland
Leap Day comes around once every four years on the last day in February. Although Leap Day is not an official holiday, it’s still a fun day to celebrate. Check out these Leap Day events in and around Chicagoland to enjoy as a family. Leap Day Celebration at Gage...
Best Things to Do with Chicagoland Kids in March
When raising kids, life can get busy with school, sports practices, dance classes and other extracurricular activities. That’s why it’s sometimes helpful to plan ahead when searching for exciting events and attractions in Chicagoland. To make things easier for you, we’ve rounded up some of the best things to do with kids this month.
Northwestern Center for Talent Development Outreach for the Cooke Young Scholars Program
Resources, support and opportunity are factors that contribute to a student’s success. Recognizing that many talented students may not have access to these key factors, the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation created the Cooke Young Scholars Program and works with Northwestern’s Center for Talent Development to provide outreach to schools and families.
See the Bellwood School District 88 2023-2024 Academic Calendar
Planning around school can be tough — we’re here to help. From holiday breaks to professional development days, here is the 2023-24 calendar as approved by the Bellwood School District 88. Important 2023-2024 school year dates. Here are a few key dates you’ll want to bookmark:. First...
See the Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65 2023-2024 Academic Calendar
Planning around school can be tough — we’re here to help. From holiday breaks to professional development days, here is the 2023-24 calendar as approved by the Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Important 2023-2024 school year dates. Here are a few key dates you’ll want to bookmark:...
Win Tickets to Disney Princess – The Concert at Rosemont Theatre
Get ready to sing along to your favorite Disney songs at Disney Princess – The Concert at Rosemont Theatre on Sunday, March 10 at 2 p.m. This production features Broadway performers appearing as themselves (no costumed Disney princesses will be there). Fill out the form by Tuesday, March 5...
Credit Card Debt Weighing on You? Some Small Steps Can Pay Off
Credit card debt is an unfortunate reality for many today. Americans owe over $1 trillion in credit card debt, according to recent data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. And with steep interest rates and a high cost of living, the end of the road with debt can seem far away.
Chase Winter Family Adventures Big Sky, Montana
Big Sky, Montana is a gorgeous mountain town not far from Yellowstone National Park where wild winter adventures come to life. Snow-kissed Rocky Mountains and alpine valleys offer world-class skiing and bucket-list worthy outdoor excursions. My family snowmobiled past snow-blanketed bison at Yellowstone National Park, dog sledded with excited Alaskan...
Where to Find the Most Scrumptious Donuts Near Tinley Park
If you’re on the hunt for that perfect donut in the Tinley Park area, donot worry – we gotchu. Here are some donut stores local to the area that are our jam. Made from scratch in-house everyday, Frosted Donuts range from classic styles like chocolate glazed and old-fashioned, to gourmet options, such as cocoa puffs, cinnamon toast crunch and banana cream. Kiddos will especially love the fun creations that have become menu staples, including sour patch kids, cookie monster and skittles.
Camp O is a Transformative Experience for Young Campers
If you are looking for a camp that empowers children on the autism spectrum and with social- emotional challenges, take a look at Camp O, an innovative program developed by the “O-School“. Under the guidance of camp director Ellie Badesch, Camp O is now entering its third year.
Get Kids Grooving with These Dance Classes Near Skokie
Best for ages: 3-5 Tiny dancers are introduced to the world of ballet through creative movement, imaginative play and rhythm skills to help support their motor skill and coordination development. Class is set up as a playful atmosphere through the use of props, games and movement adventures, infused with songs featuring beloved storybook characters. Check out other dance classes offer by the Skokie Park District including ballet, jazz and more.
British International School Chicago-Lincoln Park’s Social Impact Initiatives Build a Brighter Future
Many parents would agree that a global approach to education is needed to accommodate our changing world. At the British International School Chicago-Lincoln Park (BISC-LP), their mission is multifaceted. The school focuses not only on excellent academics, but also on social issues that affect all people. “At BISC-LP part of...
Best Places to Buy a House in Cook County
Buying a home isn’t just a contract to the property, it’s a sometimes lifelong commitment to the surrounding community, too. Choosing where to buy a home is a major life decision. Luckily, Niche, a website offering rankings and statistics on towns, schools and colleges, also publishes a ranking of the best places to buy a home. See the rankings below to find out how towns in Cook County stack up.
Explore Nature’s Playground at Garfield Park Conservatory
Gather up your kiddos and prepare to leave the Midwest weather behind with a tropical escape to Garfield Park Conservatory. Located at the center of the city’s original West Side parks — Douglass, Garfield and Humboldt parks — the conservatory is a lush, green paradise located right here in Chicago.
See the Sunset Ridge School District 29 2023-2024 Academic Calendar
Planning around school can be tough — we’re here to help. From holiday breaks to professional development days, here is the 2023-24 calendar as approved by the Sunset Ridge School District 29. Important 2023-2024 school year dates. Here are a few key dates you’ll want to bookmark:
See the South Holland School District 150 2023-2024 Academic Calendar
Planning around school can be tough — we’re here to help. From holiday breaks to professional development days, here is the 2023-24 calendar as approved by the South Holland School District 150. Important 2023-2024 school year dates. Here are a few key dates you’ll want to bookmark:
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