How Kathleen Hogan helps shape the One of a Kind Holiday Show into a family-friendly tradition Chicago parents trust.

Learn how challenging academic programs at Northwestern CTD build motivation perseverance and peer connections for advanced ...

CPS has put its 2026–27 and 2027–28 calendars on hold as board members question testing timelines and student mental health ...

For families who prefer to stay outdoors, the Green Bay Trail runs alongside Metra’s Union Pacific North Line from Wilmette ...

From jewelry design and cooking to swimming, soccer and coding, Chicago’s North/Northwest Suburbs are filled with summer ...

The “6-7” trend has taken over TikTok and Instagram Reels, spreading so widely that some schools have begun restricting or banning it. While the chant might appear harmless and nonsensical, its ...

Some Chicago Public Schools students might start and end school at different times this fall. The move comes as the district continues to face trouble over busing and closing a $734 million budget ...

Find out the Thanksgiving break dates for Chicago Public Schools and fun family activities to make the time off special. Thanksgiving break is the perfect time for families to come together. Whether ...

Looking for something to do with your child with special needs? Check out our local list of sensory-friendly ideas. Photo credit: DuPage Children's Museum Sensory Garden Playground As a parent of a ...

Since 1984, the Chicago Parent editorial team is trained to be the go-to source for Chicagoland families, offering a rich blend of expert advice, compelling stories, and the top local activities for ...

Pick strawberries, blueberries and more! Explore the best U-pick farms near Chicago — fun day trip ideas for kids this summer. One of the best things about summer is the abundance of fresh fruit and ...