Micah Baker is starting her freshman year at Howard University a lot differently than she thought she would. Micah expected to be at Howard's Hilltop campus in Washington, D.C., by now. Instead, the Cluster Tutoring graduate is learning this … [Read more...] about Graduate Micah Baker tackles online college learning
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Senior spotlight: Kaleb reaps tutoring’s benefits
High school senior Kaleb and his tutor, David Wilson have had to juggle Cluster Tutoring with Kaleb's busy schedule on three sports teams and at a part-time job. But even though they sometimes had to meet on weekends, they always managed to make a … [Read more...] about Senior spotlight: Kaleb reaps tutoring’s benefits
Senior spotlight: Antonio is ready to soar
Ever since high school senior Antonio first rode on a plane, he has wanted to be a pilot. With help from his tutor, Stan Birnbaum, he's mastered enough math to fulfill that dream in the fall when he starts learning to fly. "I was 8 years old when … [Read more...] about Senior spotlight: Antonio is ready to soar
FAFSA forms are now being accepted
High school seniors and their families now can submit FAFSA forms to the federal government to apply for college financial aid for the 2020-21 school year. FAFSA, or the Free Application for Financial Student Aid, is the form students must fill … [Read more...] about FAFSA forms are now being accepted
Summer programs available for teens
Museums, libraries, and other organizations in Chicago offer summer learning opportunities for teenagers in the form of internships, jobs, and other programs. Many offer payment or stipends, or the chance to earn a college scholarship. There are also … [Read more...] about Summer programs available for teens
Illinois schools offering more scholarship money
The state of Illinois is stepping up with new funds to ensure that Illinois students have an easier time affording college at state schools. And students don't have to be a valedictorian to benefit. The Illinois Legislature has set aside $25 … [Read more...] about Illinois schools offering more scholarship money
