Education
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Elmhurst University to host ART Inc. leader for MLK Lecture Feb. 19Feb 12, 2025 10:48 am - Nonprofit leader Nikki Romain will discuss how she uses art to inspire change in her community in Elmhurst University's Martin Luther King Jr. Intercultural Lecture.
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‘We’re better together’: Hersey teacher gets students involved with veterans causesFeb 12, 2025 6:00 am - Hersey High School English teacher Jim Miks is one of the most familiar and popular faces in the classrooms, hallways and gymnasiums of the Arlington Heights school. The educator, track and field coach and veterans advocate has formed bonds between the school community and the community at large.
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College of DuPage Asia Symposium showcases Japanese culture through lectures, performancesFeb 11, 2025 5:30 pm - The College of DuPage hosts a free, public Asia Symposium called "Pop Wave: Japan" featuring academic lectures, cultural performances, film screenings, and art exhibitions.
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Glenbard Dist. 87 superintendent speaks about religious expression in public schoolsFeb 10, 2025 11:16 am - Public schools promote democratic values like liberty, equality, justice, and respect while encouraging students' interests in culture, heritage, language, and religious beliefs.
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Downers Grove Rotary Club offers $20,000 in music scholarshipsFeb 09, 2025 11:39 pm - The Rotary Club of Downers Grove will award $20,000 in music scholarships to high school seniors who live in Downers Grove or District 99.
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Maine East students to bring the magical musical ‘Matilda’ to the stageFeb 07, 2025 2:21 pm - Maine East is putting on “Matilda the Musical” with a company of 170 students, including a children’s choir. The production includes a behind-the-scenes event with chocolate cupcakes.
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Antioch closes preschool citing licensing concernsFeb 06, 2025 1:07 pm - Camp Crayon, the Antioch parks department's preschool program, has been closed by the village because of concerns about state licensing and exemptions.
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Prospect Heights Dist. 23 launching information campaign for $19.3 million referendumFeb 05, 2025 5:05 pm - Prospect Heights Elementary District 23 is conducting an informational campaign, including an open house on Thursday evening, as it seeks voter approval April 1 for a property tax hike.
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As Bartlett church ends preschool program, parents seek answersFeb 05, 2025 10:33 am - Parents affected by the recently announced closing of the Precious Tots preschool program at St. Peter Damian Catholic Church in Bartlett say they’re still seeking clarity on the reasons behind the decision.
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Batavia Special-Education Parent Network hosts annual resource fair Feb. 20Feb 04, 2025 10:10 pm - The Batavia Special-Education Parent Network is hosting its annual resource fair for families of special education students, connecting them with over 40 community organizations providing support services.