Did you realize all the ways engineers build things we use every day? The Chicago Public Library's Winter Learning Challenge will focus on engineering. The CPL Winter Learning Challenge runs from Dec. 18 through Jan. 8. Kids are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Chicago Public Library winter challenge: Be an engineer
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Best children’s books of 2017
Looking for some good children's books to give as gifts or to find at the public library? There's a lot more than just the latest entry in the Wimpy Kid series. Here are some lists of top literature picks for young readers that were published this … [Read more...] about Best children’s books of 2017
Cluster’s Annual Report: Another year of success
Cluster Tutoring keeps growing in numbers and in its positive effects on learning. Whether it's adding a summer program, enhancing student math skills through tutor training, or seeing all of our seniors be accepted to college and career development … [Read more...] about Cluster’s Annual Report: Another year of success
Teacher tutors bring over 400 years of teaching experience to Cluster
Volunteer tutors don't need teaching credentials or experience to be a successful tutor. But considering that 18 current or retired teachers volunteer as Cluster tutors, they bring a wealth of expertise and knowledge to their one-to-one sessions with … [Read more...] about Teacher tutors bring over 400 years of teaching experience to Cluster
Help Cluster with AmazonSmile
As the holidays get closer, don't forget that online shoppers can earn extra money for Cluster by shopping through AmazonSmile. Amazon is touting daily deals even before Black Friday on Nov. 24 and Cyber Monday on Nov. 27. If you're online and … [Read more...] about Help Cluster with AmazonSmile
Staff spotlight: Joseph Owens
If you're a Tuesday night tutor, student, or parent, chances are the first face you see as you enter tutoring is that of Joseph Owens. Joseph, or Mr. Owens, as he is known to everyone, has served as the Tuesday night security guard at Pine Avenue … [Read more...] about Staff spotlight: Joseph Owens
