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Our family is moving to the Chicago area


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shager February 17, 2008


I'm wondering what schools are best...worst....The schools will determine what area we move to.

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forwardus March 20, 2009


Even the best public schools in DuPage that include the "best" junior Hight schools in the nation have flaws, mainly,... More »

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drjohnson March 21, 2009


There have been a number of discussions about schools in the Chicago area. In general, suburban schools are good... More »

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Preschool recommendations in or around Elmhurst, IL!!


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mbormann April 11, 2008


I'm looking for academic based preschool in or around Elmhurst for my potty trained 3 yr old & 4 yr old. They need full time and I don't like schools... More » 

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kburme17 December 15, 2009


Immanuel Lutheran has just what you are looking for! It has full day preschool for 3 and 4 year olds that runs from 8-3... More »

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LaurenT January 30, 2010


My son graduated from KG at Elmhurst Academy last year and was enrolled there since birth. Elmhurst Academy is a Reggio... More »

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HI, I am looking into private school's for my son who will be going into 2nd gr.


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LukesMom April 14, 2008


Want to know parents opinion's on private schools in the aurora/naperville IL area....any help would be greatly appreciated! My son is currently... More » 

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schoolsrule December 29, 2008


Bethany Lutheran school ss. peter and paul school St. Rapael elementary and... More »

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forwardus March 15, 2009


Four Winds Waldorf School provides an excellent opportunity for your son to grow in a warm and enriching environment.... More »

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doses anyone have input about Stoney Creek in Alsip, Illinois


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jtaylor0730 April 27, 2008


doses anyone have input about Stoney Creek in Alsip, Illinois

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healthy11 April 28, 2008


Did you look at http://www.greatschools.net/modperl/browse_school/il/398 While the test scores compared to other... More »

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smitchell January 23, 2009


I don't know how the shool is now, but I went there and it was fine. I had nice memories and have 2 friends that I still... More »

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Drum lessons for a five year old


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jaredsmom April 28, 2008


I have a five year old you carries his drum sticks everywhere we go. Does anyone know a place in the south suburbs or even chicago who would teach... More » 

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PapaDave December 4, 2008


Hi JaredsMom, My brother is in Chicago and I pinged him - all of his kids play music. He uses a lessons company... More »

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easterbunny222 June 8, 2009


Hey , the Old town School of folk Music is a great resource. They have great drumming teachers and the Lincoln Square... More »

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We will be moving to the Justice area in a week and my twins will be attending Wilkins Junior High School and


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Yolandanicole2 May 8, 2008


I was wondering how well is this school? with teachers/work/and of course being there for the students. how is the enviroment of the School .

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healthy11 May 9, 2008


Here's the link to the parent reviews of the school, which seem quite positive: http://www.greatschools.net/school/parentReviews.page?id=6... More »

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Maggamuffin August 8, 2009


Wilkins Junior High is in Justice, Il. I know from experience that the elementary by the same name and the Junior High... More »

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We are relocating and looking for the best school district.


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Anonymous May 9, 2008


My fiance and I are moving to the northwest chicago area and are leaning towards Palatine. We do not have kids yet but would like to already be... More » 

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3crazieboys March 14, 2009


Hi, just wondering if you have moved yet and where did you end up to find out how the schools around u are. I'm from MI... More »

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breiteliza May 11, 2009


Vernon Hills IL is not so close to Palitine IL but Hawthorn district 73 is great you should check out there are a lot... More »

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Anybody have experience with Countryside Montessori (Northbrook, IL) and their primary program?


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Anonymous May 14, 2008


Anybody have experience with Countryside Montessori (Northbrook, IL) and their primary program?

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cterman September 17, 2009


Yes I do have experience with the primary program at Countryside. My child has attended the school for 7 years. It has... More »

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Therapist in NW Suburbs of Chicago


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mom2twinboys July 30, 2008


Does anyone know of a therapist for my 11 year old son in the Algonquin, Dundee, Crystal Lake area? Also looking for a psychiatrist out... More » 

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healthy11 July 30, 2008


I'm in the NW suburbs of Chicago, although not as far out from the city. I know of a couple psychs out in the Crystal... More »

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CObound October 6, 2009


I hope you have had some luck since you initially posted this message. Talk to your school's social worker/psychologist.... More »

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What school districts have the best reputation in or around Chicago?


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Miriam August 14, 2008


What school districts have the best reputation in or around Chicago?

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drjohnson July 11, 2009


Maduck4- I'm sorry your were annoyed by my assessment of Chicago public schools. But please note that half of... More »

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pyrotech October 1, 2011


I realize this feed is a little dated, but it really did provide some good insight for me. I am looking to relocate to... More »

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