News
Spencer Elementary model for school improvement
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The Chicago Sun-Times reports the Austin technology academy more than doubled its student performance over the last decade, thanks to Principal Shawn L. Jackson and engaged parents.
Community
A year in review: 2011 Education Reform Act
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West Side advocate Valerie Leonard looks back at the changes made by the act and talks to other activists about the reforms they think are needed for Chicago schools.
News
Brunson students kick off year with new playground
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The West Side elementary was one of 10 CPS schools previously without recess space to receive the new equipment.
News
MindBloom Preschool will not reopen in Austin
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The early childhood education program’s owner said her ideas were not accepted by the community, resulting in financial difficulties due to low enrollment.
Opinion
Because I said so
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Columnist John W. Fountain III writes about dreaming and his desire to get more out of an adult world that can cultivate mediocrity and redundancy.
Community
Spots still available at St. Paul Lutheran School
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Classes start Aug. 28 for kindergarten through eighth grade at the Austin school celebrating 127 academic years.
Opinion
An afternoon of nothing
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Columnist John W. Fountain III shares why it’s OK to take a break, and put off til tomorrow what you can do today.
News
Local artists react to Chicago’s draft cultural plan
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While some express support for the city’s plan, others remain concerned the West Side was not singled out for specific projects.
News
West Side engineers honored
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The students and recent graduates received cash awards from the Chicago Engineers’ Foundation of the Union League of Chicago.
News
Meet the Pathways to Princeton scholars
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The students will be spending nearly a year in the Bethel New Life program to help them realize and pursue their academic dreams, ending with a trip to Princeton University spring 2013.