News
Nine Austin schools meet CPS criteria for shutdown
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While test scores for area schools have improved, some are still at risk.
Community
West Side high school hosts youth financial literacy event
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The listening session, which included student demonstrations and roundtable discussions, was part of a national program to help Americans stay out of debt.
News
Austin residents attend education conference
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The event, sponsored by the Better Government Association and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, featured several workshops for parents.
News
Austin: Weigh in on new school action guidelines
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Members of the public have until 5 p.m. Nov. 21 to express their opinions about CPS’ new criteria.
News
Austin school celebrates career day
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Students at Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School heard success stories from more than 10 business leaders.
News
Group hopes to get “Promise Neighborhood”
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If chosen, the West Side would receive federal funding to strengthen schools so kids can go from “cradle to college to career.”
Opinion
What happened to our strong community?
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Austin native Susan Banks laments what she sees since returning to the West Side to open a preschool.
News
Three Austin schools have now approved longer days
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Despite opposition from the Chicago Teachers Union, nine schools have voted to add more time.
News
Former New York Jets player attends ceremony
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Emphasizing the importance of education, Brian Musso tells Catalyst Circle Rock students to stay focused on their dreams.
Opinion
Students, you can beat the odds and graduate from college
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Austin native shares his struggles and gains, while encouraging others to follow in his footsteps.