Education
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The Growing Place announces inaugural Growing the Future Scholarship winnersMar 26, 2026 4:44 pm - The Growing Place Garden Center in Naperville launched its first Growing the Future Scholarship program as part of its 90th anniversary celebration, awarding eight students who demonstrate passion for horticulture and environmental stewardship.
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Tips for filling out your FAFSA forms to avoid mistakesMar 26, 2026 2:09 pm - When you hear that the FAFSA Simplification Act of 2023 made it easier to apply for federal financial aid for college, you may think, “This will be easy!” True, the act reduced the number of questions, but people still find the form so complex and overwhelming that the process seems designed to confuse them.
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U-46 wants your help on new Larkin High School stadium nameMar 26, 2026 2:04 pm - Elgin Area School District U-46 is seeking the public’s help with the naming of a new athletic stadium at Larkin High School in Elgin.
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‘Science Friday’ host Ira Flatow to share health and wellness discoveries on April 23Mar 26, 2026 10:50 am - Ira Flatow, host of “Science Friday,” will deliver the Roland Quest Lecture at Elmhurst University on April 23, discussing health and wellness discoveries with WBEZ Chicago's Sasha-Ann Simons.
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Palatine school for students with anxiety plans enrollment boostMar 25, 2026 4:47 pm - A Palatine school for students with severe school anxiety plans to boost its enrollment and double its in-person capacity.
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McHenry County College raises tuition after keeping it flat last year
Mar 25, 2026 10:53 am - McHenry County College will raise tuition rates by $5 per credit hour starting in the fall semester.
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Former Hersey High School coach resigns from teaching job amid wrestling program probeMar 23, 2026 7:52 pm - Former John Hersey High School wrestling coach Joe Rupslauk has resigned from his teaching position following an investigation into residency and recruiting violations.
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College of DuPage board approves another tuition increaseMar 23, 2026 6:24 pm - The COD board of trustees has authorized a $4-per-credit-hour increase for students who live within the community college district.
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Kane County Fair offers 4-H scholarshipsMar 23, 2026 12:17 pm - The Kane County Fair board of directors in St. Charles is offering a maximum of 3 scholarships per year worth $5,000 each to current 4-H Club members who are high school seniors and planning on attending college.
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River Cities Rotary Club sets April 10 deadline for scholarship applicationsMar 23, 2026 10:39 am - The Rotary Club of River Cities is excited to announce applications are now open for the Brian B. Wegrzyn Scholarship Program.