Fenton High School Board authorizes request for contracts for independent review: 'We need outside people'
The school said board representatives and lawyers will review the proposals and select the most qualified individual or firm.
Fenton School Board votes to authorize requests for contracts for independent review
The Fenton School Board voted Wednesday to further along the process of finding an individual or law firm to conduct an independent review of its handling of sexual misconduct allegations. Nate Rodgers has the story.
Lockport Township High School's auto shop program propels seniors into professional car repair careers
A lot of high schools in the Chicago area offer auto shop. But at Lockport Township High School, they’re stepping on the gas when it comes to auto tech training.
Suburban students excel in auto tech, gain professional certification
A lot of high schools in the Chicago area offer auto shop. But at Lockport Township High School, they’re stepping on the gas when it comes to auto tech training.
Hammond schools closed Wednesday due to 'excessive call offs'
The School City of Hammond district in Northwest Indiana canceled classes Wednesday due to a lack of staffing.
Bringing corporate America to the classroom in Bronzeville
Students at Bronzeville Classical are learning about cultivating a small business. Katrina Roddy founded Classroom to Career (C2C) to teach kids about entrepreneurship.
Hammond schools closed Wednesday due to staffing issues
The School City District of Hammond district canceled class at all 16 schools Wednesday due to excessive "call offs." The district said in a Facebook post that they could not safely staff their buildings.
Families of students with disabilities in Chicago eligible for one-time cash grant through lottery
Families of students with disabilities in Chicago may have the opportunity to receive a one-time cash grant through a lottery system.
Families of students with disabilities in Chicago eligible for one-time cash grant through lottery
Families of students with disabilities in Chicago may have the opportunity to receive a one-time cash grant through a lottery system.
Applications open for Diverse Learners Recovery Fund grants
Chicago families of students with disabilities can now apply for a one-time grant of $500. The Diverse Learners Recovery Fund was launched today. Eligible candidates can apply at the McKinley Community Services South Loop offices.
Study finds lower grades given to students with surnames later in alphabetical order
Researchers discovered a disturbing trend regarding how a student’s last name can impact their grades.
ChiArts senior music student rocks the vibraphone on Good Day
High School seniors have just a few more weeks left before graduation. Senior Wanye Williams from The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts) joined Good Day Chicago to share his talent and his goals for the future.
Pro-Palestine college students protest, prompting online learning
Columbia University students were transitioned to online learning amid massive protests against the war in Gaza, meanwhile, Jewish students say they feel unsafe as Passover begins in Israel.
Earth Day celebration at Nia Family Center on Chicago's West Side encourages outdoor learning
An army of volunteers was tending to the outdoor space at the Nia Family Center in Humboldt Park Monday morning in preparation for Earth Day.
Earth Day celebration at Nia Family Center encourages outdoor learning
Children on Chicago's West Side have a special place to play outside this Earth Day. Thanks to a partnership between PNC Bank and the Chicago Bears, Nia Family Center has a new play yard.
Illinois lawmakers look to extend moratorium on school closures
Lawmakers are looking to extend a moratorium on school closures in Chicago. Right now, Chicago cannot begin closing schools until 2025. Lawmakers are hoping to extend that to 2027.
Fenton HS seeks independent review over handling of sexual misconduct allegations against former teacher
Fenton High School in Bensenville is seeking proposals to perform an independent review over its handling of sexual misconduct allegations against a former teacher.
Fenton HS seeks independent review over handling of sexual misconduct allegations against former teacher
Fenton High School in Bensenville is seeking proposals to perform an independent review over its handling of sexual misconduct allegations against a former teacher.
Collins High School hosts roundtable with local leaders to tackle educational challenges
Mayor Brandon Johnson took time to speak to some of the students, asking them questions about their goals for the future and talking about his administration's plans to work on improving public education.
Chicago school hosts roundtable to tackle educational challenges
Collins High School held a roundtable event Thursday to bring together local leaders and discuss current issues within area schools.