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 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 ...

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 ...

For families looking for a fun, active way to spend time together no matter the weather, SPF All Day is the perfect indoor option.... Key takeaways Visit the best libraries in the Chicago area to ...

Private school guides and admissions in Chicago. Explore Cook County's top private schools offering global learning, college prep and financial aid for qualifying families. Explore Lake County's top ...

Key takeaways Visit the best libraries in the Chicago area to discover your next read or just to explore the beautiful public spaces. Visit... Families across Chicagoland have plenty of ways to keep ...

Families across Chicagoland have plenty of ways to keep kids entertained this weekend. From live theater and music performances to hands-on library activities and... For families looking for a fun, ...

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See the full 2025-2026 CPS calendar, including key dates for the first day of school, winter break, spring break and more. Planning your family’s year around school schedules? The 2025-26 Chicago ...

From traditional dessert pies to famous pizza pies and everything in between, here are the best of the best Chicago pies.

Raising a child as a single parent is a journey of incredible strength, but it shouldn’t be a journey taken alone. A variety ...

Find the best overnight camps for Chicagoland kids! From arts to adventure, find the perfect summer camp experience.