During the pandemic, like many of us who couldn’t get haircuts, 7-year-old Evan Hall sported a new, longer hairdo. But once the stay-at-home bans were lifted, Hall had become so fond of his long locks ...

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On May 19, a new law passed requiring that every school district in Illinois offer a full-day kindergarten program by the 2027-2028 academic year. Bill HB2396 requires school districts to offer a full ...

During camps at Instituto Cervantes Chicago, Spanish is the language of high-fives, art tables, group games and memorable moments that make kids feel brave. “Families immediately value our authentic ...

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Photo courtesy of SPF All Day. For families looking for a fun, active way to spend time together no matter the weather, SPF All Day is the perfect indoor option. The city’s largest pickleball and ...

Pokémon fans, get ready, a brand‑new interactive Pokémon exhibit is making its U.S. debut in Chicago this spring. Originally launched in Japan, this exhibit invites families to compare their favorite ...

Selecting a diverse community for raising a family is instrumental in broadening a child’s perspective. Niche, a top resource for town, school, and college rankings, recently published its 2024 list ...

Blippi Live Be Like Blippi Tour is a high energy stage show where kids can sing, dance and explore with Blippi and Meekah. Families will hear favorite songs like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck” ...

Staff at Austin College and Career Academy welcome a student for the first day of school. The Chicago Board of Education approved future school calendars with start dates that are about a week later ...

In Chicago, students don’t move up to high school without entrance exams. Here’s the Chicago high school entrance exam prep for every test they can take. Stepping up from middle to high school in ...

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