If you’re a 7th or 8th grader — or the parent or tutor of a student in those grades — be sure to sign up for the Oct. 29 Cluster Tutoring workshop for tips on how to navigate the Chicago Public Schools’ online high school application process. CPS has … [Read more...] about How to get help with CPS high school applications
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How to help your student with remote learning
No one knows how long students will be attending school in virtual classrooms instead of physical ones. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed approaches to education. It's a learning experience for all: Students, parents, teachers, and tutors. Many … [Read more...] about How to help your student with remote learning
Chicago schools offer basic Google training for families
Chicago Public Schools has a series of YouTube videos that help families -- parents and students both -- how to better use Google to enhance remote learning. In addition to the virtual training sessions, a complete guide to online reopening from CPS … [Read more...] about Chicago schools offer basic Google training for families
Free STEM learning from Project Exploration
Families whose students are especially interested in science can sign up for extra remote instruction in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) through Project Exploration. With a program called [email protected], Project Exploration can provide … [Read more...] about Free STEM learning from Project Exploration
CPS students eligible for free internet service
Chicago Connected will provide approximately 100,000 Chicago Public Schools students with free high-speed internet service to make remote learning easier this fall. This first-of-its-kind program will be one of the largest and longest-term efforts … [Read more...] about CPS students eligible for free internet service
Teen-run Austin Harvest delivers produce and jobs
A transformed liquor store in Chicago's Austin neighborhood is now a pop-up market offering fresh produce for an area often hit with food insecurity. It's an effort by Austin teenagers, with funding from Chicago professional athletes, and the By the … [Read more...] about Teen-run Austin Harvest delivers produce and jobs
