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Sign up now for After School Matters

By AustinTalks | October 4, 2022

Chicago teens ages 14 to 18 can apply now for the fall programs that start this week. Teens will be paid for their participation.

Community

Pastors, teacher show support for students after shooting near Michele Clark

By AustinTalks | August 29, 2022

Faith leaders gathered outside Michele Clark High School Monday morning to offer prayers and show their support for students after a shooting near the school last week. A teacher at the school is raising money to support students’ emotional and physical safety.

black youth

After Urban Prep, college-bound Austin students look to future

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | August 22, 2022

Three recent Urban Prep graduates share their college plans and hopes for the future.

CPS

Field School students to start classes at renovated Key Elementary building

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | August 21, 2022

An open house will be held Aug. 22 from 5 to 6:30 at the school, which is located in the former Francis Scott Elementary School that CPS closed nearly a decade ago.

austin library

Don’t miss final back-to-school events this weekend

By Michelle Meyer | August 19, 2022

Free school supplies and other resources will be available at several back-to-school fairs, just in time for CPS’ first day of school Aug. 22.

back to school

Don’t miss Summer Fest West

By AustinTalks | August 18, 2022

All are welcome at the free event, which will be held from 12 to 3 p.m. Aug. 20 at Marshall High School Campus Park, 3300 W. Jackson Blvd. There will be food, health screenings, bounce houses, entertainment and more.

Austin

Several Austin schools to get less funding from CPS next year

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | June 19, 2022

Seven Austin schools would see a decline in their budgets under the proposed budget that will be considered by the Board of Education on June 22. Six others would see an increase. See the details for each school’s budget here.

News

After-school program accepting applications

By AustinTalks | May 31, 2022

Thousands of spots are available this summer through After School Matters. The programs begin July 5 and will be held across the city.

News

Austin resident found place to start her dream career

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | May 11, 2022

Jemese Marks was one of about 1,400 students who graduated this month from City Colleges of Chicago. The Austin resident earned a degree in early childhood education from Malcolm X College. Hundreds of other West Siders attend the college.

Community

Stop by summer job fair for youth

By AustinTalks | April 20, 2022

The free event will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. April 21 at La Follette Park.

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