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Why does my 10 yr old son cry to leave school when dropped off in the morning?


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blinbrwn December 10, 2009


"My child cries before going to class. He reports that no one has hurt him. He reports that he does not know what makes him cry? He will not venture... More » 

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Lynn753 December 27, 2009


children at 10 years of age do not normally cry when they get to school. There is definitely something wrong. I agree... More »

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mtnbrookqueen December 30, 2009


Your son probably has separation anxiety. Something might be happening at school. He might be scared for you to leave... More »

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Does anyone have any comments about the new H.S. opened up in school district #203-4 Metea H.S. in Naperville?


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rmcasey5 December 17, 2009


Does anyone have any comments about the new H.S. opened up in school district #203-4 Metea H.S. in Naperville?

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healthy11 December 18, 2009


Hi. Your post caught my eye because I have a good friend in Naperville, but her daughter just graduated from H.S. and... More »

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How do public and private schools compare in Elmhurst?


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kkornas August 14, 2008


How do public and private schools compare in Elmhurst?

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kburme17 December 15, 2009


Our private school has smaller class sizes than any public school in Elmhurst (but not too small). Students get a lot... More »

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At what age does a child start school?


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Jenelia December 15, 2009


I am a new mom and my son just turned 3 yesterday. I know that i need to look for schools and all but, where do I start?

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Jenelia December 15, 2009


Thank you so very much! This is helpful information. I am going to start visiting some schools soon.

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healthy11 December 15, 2009


Jenelia, in IL, a child has to be 5 by Sept.1st to start kindergarten, so your child won't be able to enroll until fall... More »

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How does public school enrollment work in Cicero? What do parents need to know?


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Marian August 14, 2008


How does public school enrollment work in Cicero? What do parents need to know?

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Jenelia December 15, 2009


I am in the same boat. I am so lost as to what to do or where to begin.

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What preschool do you think is great in Darien? Why?


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chrispix August 14, 2008


What preschool do you think is great in Darien? Why?

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Concerned1234 December 14, 2009


Actually, Family Life in Downers Grove has provided my children with a great all-around NAEYC education while being very... More »

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New High School in Chicago


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LaToya September 8, 2008


What is your thoughts on the new high schools, such as, Henry Ford Powerhouse Charter High school, only admitting Freshman students. I hear the... More » 

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drjohnson September 15, 2008


LaToya - I only just ran across your question. I really don't know the politics around these new schools. But... More »

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abrilitag December 10, 2009


I think the charter schools are brilliant. I always hear that the students do so much better than the other kids in CPS... More »

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Is there an elementary school in Crown Point that accepts tuition?


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ericgargano February 10, 2009


Is there an elementary school in Crown Point that accepts tuition?

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yukicharley December 8, 2009


He attends Pathway Christian School. Trinity Lutheran is another good private school that accepts tuition payments. Both... More »

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mspossible December 8, 2009


There are 2 new Charter Schools coming to the Merrillville community in 2010/2011. Both will be located south of route... More »

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Moved to Chicago downtown, and looking for good private preschools.


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yeah0104 October 24, 2009


I just moved to Chicago downtown, around Water Tower. Could you give me any information on good private preschools? I read all the... More » 

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collinm October 31, 2009


Latin School of Chicago, tuition for nursery is about $26,000.00 per year.

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easterbunny222 December 8, 2009


Hello, My daughter attended Resurrection Pre school in Lincoln Park.They are very small and cozy and faith based... More »

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Any recommendations for a middle school for a child with Aspergers Syndrome?


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TashaBC December 7, 2009


My daughter exhibits many of the characteristics of a child with Aspergers Syndrome. We are waiting for the test results, but I want to proactively... More » 

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healthy11 December 7, 2009


Hi. I happen to live in the Chicagoland area, but I have a child with different special needs than Asperger's. Greatschools... More »

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MSMomm December 7, 2009


Hi TashaBC: I have a 13 year-old son who was diagnosed early in life with Asperger's. While I do not live in... More »

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