Education
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Glen Ellyn pastor will talk about carrying forward MLK’s dream at Elmhurst UniversityFeb 04, 2026 1:03 pm - On Feb. 18, the Rev. James Shannon, who worked for fair housing and education, will present "The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr." lecture at Elmhurst University.
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Wade Center lecture series examines visions of justice in fantasy worksFeb 04, 2026 11:29 am - The Marion E. Wade Center at Wheaton College presents a lecture series on the relationship between fantasy literature and conceptions of justice, featuring works by J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Dorothy L. Sayers, G.K. Chesterton, and George MacDonald.
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American Wind Band holds 26th annual scholarship auditions for young musiciansFeb 04, 2026 10:56 am - American Wind Band is hosting its 26th annual scholarship auditions for talented young band musicians in eighth grade and high school.
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Elgin High School hosts annual National Biodiversity Teach-InFeb 03, 2026 11:14 pm - The annual National Biodiversity Teach-In on Feb. 6-20, organized by environmental science students at Elgin High School, features webinars on various topics related to biodiversity and environmental protection.
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Buffalo Grove, Wheeling team for school safety studyFeb 02, 2026 1:51 pm - The villages of Buffalo Grove and Wheeling are partnering on a study aimed at making getting to school safer for students.
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College of DuPage, Glenbard West host Jodi Norgaard, founder of Dream Big ToysJan 30, 2026 11:12 pm - Jodi Norgaard, a toy industry thought-leader, will present "Dream Big: My Entrepreneurial Journey to Break New Ground" at the GPS Parent Series on Feb. 11.
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College of DuPage, Innovation DuPage to host Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit Feb. 26Jan 30, 2026 10:51 pm - College of DuPage and Innovation DuPage are hosting the second annual Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit on Feb. 26, bringing together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to discuss artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and the future of work.
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Texas educator is District 59’s new superintendentJan 30, 2026 7:33 pm - Elk Grove Township Elementary District 59’s new superintendent is Brett Gallini, who comes from the Houston Independent School District and has 25 years of experience in public and charter schools.
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Student loan borrowers in Illinois could face federal, state ‘tax bomb’ in 2026
Jan 30, 2026 4:18 pm - Certain types of student loan forgiveness face federal and state taxes after a law that protected borrowers expired Dec. 31. Now, these loan breaks are considered taxable income at the federal and state levels. A new settlement agreement could terminate the Saving on Valuable Education plan, requiring borrowers to switch to other plans to qualify for loan forgiveness.
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National civics competition for middle schoolers comes with $100K top prizeJan 30, 2026 3:25 pm - Sixth, seventh and eighth graders with an idea about using civics to improve their community can submit an essay to participate in a national competition with a chance to win a $100,000 in a 529 educational savings plan.