Indian Prairie School District 204 is updating its curriculum with new STEM electives, social studies revisions and added ...

Idea Box Integrated Arts offers Chicago camps for ages 5-18 blending theater, music, movement, design and hands-on art-making ...

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 ...

Daily project-based camp exploring ceramics, drawing, storybook design and fashion. Questions? Please reach out to editor@chicagoparent.com. Lori Orlinsky is an award-winning journalist and ...

If your child loves art, Color Me Mine provides a fun and creative outlet to unleash their inner artist. Guests can choose their own pottery piece from hundreds of items, including plates, mugs, banks ...

Plan a cozy Chicago winter staycation with Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk’s Fairy Sleepover Package and Fairy Brunch, featuring costumes, crafts, fairy hair and a kid‑friendly buffet. The Sheraton ...

Years of training at Ballet 5:8 lead an Illinois high school dancer to the spotlight in “Beyond the Nutcracker.” Elena’s first introduction to dance happened before she was even 3 years old. She began ...

Parents can learn more about potential upcoming legal changes to how AI tools are evaluated and used in the classroom. Lawmakers in Illinois want to use two new bills to address AI in schools. The two ...

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 ...

Find what immunizations Chicago students need, when they’re due and how to find local providers to keep them up-to-date.

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 ...

We know picking a name for a baby isn’t easy. If you’re looking for some inspiration, here are some names to add to your list. The Social Security Administration recently released its most popular ...