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Five Austin elementary schools now offering full-day pre-K programs

By Mateusz Janik | September 3, 2019

The schools – Oscar DePriest Elementary, Edward K. Duke Ellington Elementary, Howe School of Excellence, Lewis School of Excellence and Sayre Language Academy – now offer a total of 140 full-day seats. In total, all of Austin’s elementary schools have 660 full-day seats and 120 half-day seats available to West Side children.

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West Side schools to get money for capital projects

By Rep. La Shawn Ford | May 7, 2014

The funding will pay for play lots, air conditioning and other improvements.

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First week of school brings some success, more questions

By Reema Amin and Katie Kather | September 2, 2013

Some hope CPS will alter some of the Safe Passage routes, while others continue to advocate for an elected board of education.

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Austin schools face budget cuts this year

By Katie Kather | August 27, 2013

The Chicago Board of Education is expected to approve the district’s 2013-2013 spending plan at its monthly meeting tomorrow.

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Safe Passage routes unveiled for CPS students

By Katie Kather | August 16, 2013

Some question whether the right streets were chosen and if there was enough community input.

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Spotlight on Austin schools for how they’re welcoming new students

By Suzanne McBride | July 11, 2013

Hundreds of West Side youth will be attending new elementaries because of the CPS closures. The principals of two receiving schools explain what they’re doing to help smooth the transition.

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