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Beginning in 2022-23, every public elementary school and high school needs to include a curriculum unit of instruction studying the events of Asian American history, including the history of Asian Americans in Illinois and the Midwest. The workshop will address how to teach Asian American history, culture and literature for the PreK-8 classroom. Teachers can …
Teaching Asian American History, Culture and Literature for Young Children Read More »
Do you want to have a fully enrolled school? Join our Student Recruitment workshop to expand your knowledge for effectively recruiting students and strengthen your tools to engage and retain new families. We understand the importance for charter schools to meet their recruitment and enrollment goals on an annual basis. Our presenter, Erica Minor has …
Chicago Charter School Operations: Student Recruitment Workshop Read More »
NEW WEBSITE FEATURES “50 GREAT PUBLIC LAND DESTINATIONS – CHICAGO AND BEYOND” WHAT: Summer is coming to an end, but it’s not too late to enjoy the great outdoors – and you don’t have to go far. Retired attorney, Alan Gabbay spent the height of Covid’s lockdown identifying and visiting area public spaces as a way …
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Free Sufi Meditation event open to the public. Connect with your heart and explore the depths of your soul. Our meeting will have two sessions of meditation followed by Q&A. Everyone is welcome to engage in this meditation regardless of experience or background.
School districts are reexamining blended learning based on recent digital learning experiences and changed student needs, teacher comfort, and educational expectations. Join our panel of blended learning experts to learn about the evolving research and best practices for you to lead and support your teachers. Our panel of researchers and coaches will share: · …
In the New Educational Landscape, the Future is Blended (Learning) Read More »
Join Erikson Institute’s Clinical and Community Services for an informational presentation and Q&A on what parents, teachers, caregivers, neighbors, and others can do to support young children’s mental health, whether they have been personally impacted by gun violence or exposed through media and adults’ conversation around them. The recent mass shootings in Highland Park Illinois, …
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Are you a K-12 educator or administrator looking for ways to respond to bullying or bias incidents in your classrooms and schools? Are you looking to equip your students with the skills to create a welcoming and inclusive school environment? ADL (Anti-Defamation League) can help! ADL’s A World of Difference® Institute offers a variety of …
A World of Difference® Institute – Information session for k-12 educators Read More »
Are you a K-12 educator or administrator looking for ways to respond to bullying or bias incidents in your classrooms and schools? Are you looking to equip your students with the skills to create a welcoming and inclusive school environment? ADL can help! No Place for Hate® is a student-led K-12 initiative designed to engage …
Information Session on ADL’s No Place for Hate® Initiative Read More »
Are you a K-12 educator or administrator looking for ways to respond to bullying or bias incidents in your classrooms and schools? Are you looking to equip your students with the skills to create a welcoming and inclusive school environment? ADL can help! No Place for Hate® is a student-led K-12 initiative designed to engage …
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Are you a K-12 educator or administrator looking for ways to respond to bullying or bias incidents in your classrooms and schools? Are you looking to equip your students with the skills to create a welcoming and inclusive school environment? ADL can help! No Place for Hate® is a student-led K-12 initiative designed to engage …
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Are you a K-12 educator or administrator looking for ways to respond to bullying or bias incidents in your classrooms and schools? Are you looking to equip your students with the skills to create a welcoming and inclusive school environment? ADL (Anti-Defamation League) can help! ADL’s A World of Difference® Institute offers a variety of …
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Becoming a “Real Man” in Recovery Webinar Will Focus on Addiction Issues and Overcoming Fears in Treatment WHAT: Gateway Foundation, the nation’s largest nonprofit addiction treatment provider, will host a free online webinar, Becoming a “Real Man” in Recovery, during Men’s Health Month on June 29. Addiction expert, Anthony Campobasso, LCSW, CADC, CIP, will discuss the …
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* NOW ANNOUNCING* July 29 – 31, 2022| 36th Annual Newberry Book Fair Book-Lovers’ Weekend Includes Storytelling Fest With Acclaimed Authors WHAT: A Chicago summer tradition is back after a two-year hiatus. Thousands of people are expected to visit the Newberry Library for the free, 3-day indoor book fair running July 29-31, 2022. This year’s weekend includes …
July 29 – 31, 2022| 36th Annual Newberry Book Fair Read More »
One of the most important battlegrounds of the Cold War was the Space Race, where the United States and the Soviet Union competed to see which nation would be first to master space travel. But exploring space presented a lot of challenges – including developing nutritious and tasty foods that astronauts could eat in microgravity. …
Rocket Fuel: Astronaut Food from the Space Race to Now Read More »
As a school or district leader, how are you ensuring the effective implementation of research-based practices that will develop students’ critical literacy skills in service of comprehension of text? In this complimentary virtual institute, we’ll explore models that show the alignment of instructional practices, discuss current state and district initiatives that support the research, and …
Literacy Leadership in Challenging Times Read More »
FREE FAMILY PROGRAM. Why is communication important? What does it mean to communicate with others? How can people communicate when they aren’t able to talk to, or see, each other? Join the Pritzker Military Museum & Library for this special PMML Family Program where we will learn about life as a prisoner of war, investigate …
Taps on the Wall: Learning to Communicate Read More »
The Heartland Marimba Ensemble is one of two touring groups of the Heartland Marimba organization and constitutes a dynamic membership of accomplished performers from the US. The music includes classical arrangements, jazz, tango, ragtime, Americana, pops, holiday favorites, modern, and circus. The Heartland Marimba Ensemble is very ecstatic to premier 9 works that have been …
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Join us in Chicago on June 14 for Twilio Transform Together to learn how leading businesses are using emerging channels, AI and customized journeys to engage customers and how you can build strategies to kickstart your communication initiatives. We’ll be joined by thought leaders from Twilio, Segment, and more!
As a school or district leader, how are you ensuring the effective implementation of research-based practices that will develop students’ critical literacy skills in service of comprehension of text? In this complimentary virtual institute, we’ll explore models that show the alignment of instructional practices, discuss current state and district initiatives that support the research, and …
Literacy Leadership in Challenging Times – Virtual Institute Read More »
Join us at 444 Social on July 24th for the launch of Jada’s Journey, with a community filled day of local artisans, food trucks, a huge raffle & more! Jada’s Story: Jada passed away in 2021 after struggling for many years with addiction and mental health issues. Throughout her battle, I felt helpless when I …
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Description 2nd Annual Food Truck Festival on the Square! If you are ready to get out and enjoy some great grub with music in the air, join us for the Woodstock Food Truck Festival on the Square. Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 4 PM to 9 PM. Make Woodstock your next stop for great food …
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The Parkinson’s Foundation invites you to join us at Parkinson’s Revolution Chicago. Parkinson’s Revolution is an indoor cycling event that combines high energy cycling and fundraising to raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease. On June 11th, at Lakeshore Sport & Fitness in Lincoln Park, you can ride along with the community to fight PD. What’s more, …
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This new outdoor art event, in partnership with Discover Brookfield, debuts on June 11 and 12 at The Corners of Brookfield in beautiful Brookfield, Wisconsin. Surrounded by unique stores, restaurants and cafes, this fun, interactive art experience mixes art of all kinds with the art of beer – and for younger attendees – root beer! …
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This new outdoor art event, in partnership with Discover Brookfield, debuts on June 11 and 12 at The Corners of Brookfield in beautiful Brookfield, Wisconsin. Surrounded by unique stores, restaurants and cafes, this fun, interactive art experience mixes art of all kinds with the art of beer – and for younger attendees – root beer! …
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Art lovers from Chicago’s north and western suburbs always look forward to the Lincolnshire Art Festival, which takes place around the central fountain at the Village Green North in Lincolnshire! This beloved summer show, on June 4 and 5, celebrates 25 years of bringing spectacular art to the community. More than 80 juried artists from …
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Art lovers from Chicago’s north and western suburbs always look forward to the Lincolnshire Art Festival, which takes place around the central fountain at the Village Green North in Lincolnshire! This beloved summer show, on June 4 and 5, celebrates 25 years of bringing spectacular art to the community. More than 80 juried artists from …
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Our fellow Americans, The Beverly Arts Center is proud to present the Chicago premiere of President Mom the hilarious comedy starring our Teen Theatre ensemble. International diplomacy. World peace. Getting your kids to soccer practice on time. For President Madeline McCallister, it’s all in a day’s work. After all, who is more qualified to run the world than …
President Mom at Beverly Arts Center Read More »
Teacher Institute is the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago’s immersive and collaborative professional development program for educators. The design of this free, year-long program is aimed at helping educators investigate, design, incubate, and implement innovative, contemporary curriculum. The emphasis of the Teacher Institute is on supporting teachers in developing student-centered projects that give students an …
MCA Teacher Institute Webinar Read More »
Join the Chicago Public Education Fund, the Latino Policy Forum, the University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, and Chicago Public Schools for a discussion on best practices for teaching English Language Learners. The presentation will feature the latest research findings from the Consortium’s recent report, English Learners in Chicago Public Schools: An Exploration of …
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Teacher Institute is the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago’s immersive and collaborative professional development program for educators. The design of this free, year-long program is aimed at helping educators investigate, design, incubate, and implement innovative, contemporary curriculum. The emphasis of the Teacher Institute is on supporting teachers in developing student-centered projects that give students an …
MCA Teacher Institute Webinar Read More »
BAYSHORE, a center for shopping and dining, is home to this early season art show in Glendale, Wisconsin. More than 70 artists, artisans and art makers show their original art on May 14 and 15. Live music plays non-stop all weekend, and plenty of art activities for children make this a family-friendly event. Food trucks …
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Launching in Chicago on May 21 and 22, this new northside event features art for the home including fabulous paintings, sculptures, and fiber pieces, as well as decor, jewelry and more; all hand made by artists and artisans. Live music all weekend long, festival food and fun art activities for kids hosted by local businesses, …
Lincoln Roscoe Spring Art & Craft Fair: Chicago, Illinois Read More »
Launching in Chicago on May 21 and 22, this new northside event features art for the home including fabulous paintings, sculptures, and fiber pieces, as well as decor, jewelry and more; all hand made by artists and artisans. Live music all weekend long, festival food and fun art activities for kids hosted by local businesses, …
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Downtown Barrington is the setting for the 13th annual Barrington Art Festival, which takes place on the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend (May 28 and 29). This beloved art fest fills the streets with 130 artists from near and far showing and selling art in all media including paintings, sculpture, jewelry, wearables and …
Barrington Art Festival: Barrington, Illinois (Memorial Day Weekend) Read More »
If your child has a behavioral, developmental, physical or intellectual challenge, NPN’s Developmental Differences Resource Fair can help. Our free fair puts you in touch with providers and resources that will encourage your child to reach their highest potential. Chat with reps from Chicago-area schools, camps, therapy providers, extracurricular activities and more Meet other parents …
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Art in the Park returns to Northbrook’s Village Green Park on May 21 and 22 in downtown Northbrook! The park is a beautiful tree shaded venue perfect for seeing more than 85 artists showing paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and more. Live music in the gazebo, festival food, and youth art activities make this a family-friendly …
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Art in the Park returns to Northbrook’s Village Green Park on May 21 and 22 in downtown Northbrook! The park is a beautiful tree shaded venue perfect for seeing more than 85 artists showing paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and more. Live music in the gazebo, festival food, and youth art activities make this a family-friendly …
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Join us to learn strategies one teacher, experienced in working with English Learners, uses to address the needs of all of her students, moving them toward reading independence and oral proficiency. Robin will share how SIPPS (Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Sight Words), a research-based foundational skills program, has been a key part …
The Science of Reading and English Learners – Webinar Read More »
How are equity issues in Chicago Public Schools (CPS) exacerbated by the reality of declining student enrollment? How does declining enrollment affect funding for the district? Join us on Thursday, June 9 at 2 PM (CST) to learn about Kids First Chicago’s new report on CPS’ enrollment crisis and its implications. Presenters will also explore …
To&Through Research Spotlight: Chicago’s Enrollment Crisis Read More »
What strategies or practices can schools implement to better support homeless students? Join us on Tuesday, May 10 at 12 PM (CST) to learn about a recent partnership between the UChicago Inclusive Economy Lab and Chicago Public Schools to investigate the causes and consequences of student homelessness in Chicago. Study authors Dr. Shantá Robinson and …
To&Through Research Spotlight: Helping Homeless Students “Beat the Odds” Read More »
Do awards motivate student attendance? Do different types of awards have different impacts? Join us on Tuesday, May 3 at 2 PM (CST) to learn about recent research on attendance incentives and the implications for practice. Study author Dr. Carly Robinson, who is now a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Brown University, will present astonishing findings …
To&Through Research Spotlight: Using Incentives to Boost Attendance Read More »
Sixth grade can be a time when kids are getting their first phones, texting, signing up for social media, and exploring the web on their own. Sometimes, online life is fun and rewarding, connecting us to our interests and the people we care about. At other times, it can feel overwhelming, addictive, or manipulative. The …
University of Michigan Digital Wellness Youth and Parent Sympoisum Read More »
Learn how to leverage asynchronous coaching to develop teacher practice. Explore how using technology tools for asynchronous coaching can deepen curriculum-based professional learning
In this session from Chicago non-profit Neighborhood Parents Network, you will learn what makes a preschool therapeutic, how traditional therapy is integrated into the preschool environment, the benefits of a therapeutic preschool experience and what questions to ask to make sure you find the best fit for your family. There will be time for Q&A …
What to Look for in a Therapeutic Preschool Read More »
Are you a mama looking for ways to make a bigger impact? Are you a natural giver who loves helping others? Have you ever considered surrogacy? Join us as we talk with 2-time surrogate Ashtin Gurevitz about all things surrogacy! This free virtual event is offered on March 21st at 8am or 12pm CT. We will cover …
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Join Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D. and Michelle Hosp, Ph.D. to explore the different types of reading assessments that support students’ reading development. We will focus on the essential questions that reading assessments address and how we use the results to inform our instruction.
This 90-minute interactive workshop explains how deficit language dehumanizes and deflects from the structural racism and flaws built into our systems, and offers ways to effectively use data to illuminate systemic barriers and reveal root causes. Using labels, deficit language and problematic data infographics when advocating for children and families can have unintended consequences that …
Decolonizing Data and Language Read More »
Many educators have a difficult time saying “no” to requests made by students, colleagues, and administrators. Educators enter the profession as true empaths, with a deep desire to help others. As a result, many educators frequently put others’ needs above their own, leading to fatigue, depression, anxiety, and ultimately professional burnout. If this sounds familiar, …
SEL Series #3: “The Art of Saying ‘No’” Read More »
Now more than ever, educators need to invest in their own self-care and find ways to manage their emotions both in and out of the classroom. Unhealed past trauma paired with daily stressors are carried into the classroom by teachers and their students daily, ultimately resulting in exhaustion and burn-out. A first step in healing …
SEL Series #2: “Dancing With Our Emotions” Read More »
Now more than ever, educators need to invest in their own self-care and find ways to manage their emotions both in and out of the classroom. Unhealed past trauma paired with daily stressors are carried into the classroom by teachers and their students daily, ultimately resulting in exhaustion and burn-out. A first step in healing …
SEL Series #1: “Let’s Lighten Our Emotional Backpack!” Read More »
AeroStars’s Spring 2022 Programs are now open. Don’t miss out on your chance to reserve your spot in a FREE space adventure led by NASA and LEGO Education in preparation for the Artemis 1 Mission launch to the moon! Join us every Saturday at Olive-Harvey College, located at 10001 S. Woodlawn Avenue. Programs start February 5th, 2022. Soar into space by registering today at www.aaiaeroverse.com.
Mirrors and Misconceptions, a program presented in partnership with the Court Theatre and the Smart Museum of Art, pairs the visual art of Fred Wilson’s Murano Glass sculpture, Act V. Scene II Exeunt Omnes – named after the final stage direction in Shakespeare’s Othello – with Court Theatre’s production of The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice. On Saturday, December 18, we will host …
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Mirrors and Misconceptions, a program presented in partnership with the Court Theatre and the Smart Museum of Art, pairs the visual art of Fred Wilson’s Murano Glass sculpture, Act V. Scene II Exeunt Omnes – named after the final stage direction in Shakespeare’s Othello – with Court Theatre’s production of The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice. On Friday, December 17, join us for …
Mirrors & Misconceptions Poetry Reading + Activation Read More »
When Illinois closed schools in March 2020, students with disabilities in Chicago were unable to receive updated Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), a legally binding document that outlines specific services for each student. As a result, thousands of Black and Latine students were left scrambling to regain access to services from Chicago Public Schools. How is …
Public Newsroom: How COVID Delayed Plans for Students with Disabilities Read More »
Did you know that Nearpod was born in the physical classroom and can remain the center of in-person instruction and learning as we move into the future? From faculty meetings to professional learning, our friends at Nearpod want to help educators uncover the undiscovered power of this platform. Join CFE to learn how Nearpod supports …
CFE Virtual Chat: Learning + Leveraging Nearpod Read More »
Learn more about American College of Education and how to continue your education through ACE’s 100% online advanced degrees, single courses, and available tuition grants. American College of Education is an institution offering advanced degrees for educators at an affordable price. Programs are tailored to educator’s schedule needs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and …
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During this in-person technical assistance event, trained professionals will be available to help you prepare and submit your Back 2 Business grant application to help your small business recover from the effects of Covid-19. These sessions are of no cost and available to small business owners in Cook and DuPage counties. Walk-ins are welcome. Please …
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During this in-person technical assistance event, trained professionals will be available to help you prepare and submit your Back 2 Business grant application to help your small business recover from the effects of Covid-19. These sessions are of no cost and available to small business owners in Cook and DuPage counties. Walk-ins are welcome. Please …
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Quad County Urban League Aurora invites you to a FREE live Back to Business Grant informational/Q & A session via Zoom. Presenter, Brittany Moore, is the small business case manager for QCUL and will be sharing in depth information about the grant, answering questions, and scheduling one on one sessions for further assistance with applying. We will …
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Quad County Urban League Aurora invites you to a FREE live Back to Business Grant informational/Q & A session via Zoom. Presenter, Brittany Moore, is the small business case manager for QCUL and will be sharing in depth information about the grant, answering questions, and scheduling one on one sessions for further assistance with applying. We will …
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Interested in a career in aviation? Join @united and @aerostaravion on September 25th as we explore the future of women in aviation at O’Hare International Airport!! Tour United Airlines’ state-of-the-art facilities. Take the first step to achieving the career of your dreams. REGISTER TODAY at https://linktr.ee/AeroStarAvionInstitute!
The free Study and Go Abroad Virtual Fair offers students a unique opportunity to meet with universities, colleges and professional schools from around the world to help them start planning their next step in education. Work abroad and volunteer specialists will also be exhibiting. Learn about admission requirements, exciting programs and scholarships. Chat (text or …
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The free Study and Go Abroad Virtual Fair offers students a unique opportunity to meet with universities, colleges and professional schools from around the world to help them start planning their next step in education. Work abroad and volunteer specialists will also be exhibiting. Learn about admission requirements, exciting programs and scholarships. Chat (text or …
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Beginning September 13, high school juniors who want to build on the STEM and aviation knowledge they’ve received at AeroStar can now take a college-level Aviation Maintenance Tech course at Olive-Harvey College (free of charge for CPS students)! Thanks to a partnership between AeroStar and Olive-Harvey, high school juniors will be trained and certified for …
AeroStar, Olive-Harvey Partnership Expands Aviation Training for CPS Juniors Read More »
Prospective, new and returning families are invited to attend Chicago Ballet Arts’ Open House on August 21 from 9:30 am – 2 pm. Meet our team, participate in free sample dance classes from our faculty and theater classes from our neighbors, Piven Theatre Workshop, tour our professionally equipped facility and enjoy light refreshments. This is a wonderful opportunity …
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Who doesn’t love celebrating the summer season with a good time, tasty snacks, all while fighting hunger? Misfits Market – the nation’s fastest-growing online D2C grocer – is bringing increased access to fresh, affordable food for all by kicking off a multi-city pop-up mobile tour and stopping by Chicago! On September 4th, Misfits Market will …
Misfits Market Summer Tour Read More »
Formerly known as Hip Hop Revival, this year’s FireFest Hip Hop Block Party in Lawndale has a new theme. “We are not all violent like you see on TV,” says Phil Jackson of Firehouse Community Arts Center and coordinator of this 800 person event on Saturday, August 14 at 2111 S. Hamlin, Lawndale. “The only …
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At this year’s Midwest Virtual Event, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s flagship virtual event on Thursday, Sept. 23, thousands of supporters across the Midwest Region—Bloomfield Hills, Mich.; Boulder, Colo.; Chicago; Cleveland; Kansas City, Mo.; Milwaukee; St. Louis; Tulsa, Okla., among others—will unite virtually to support the vital mission of the Museum. They will learn …
‘What You Do Matters’ Midwest Virtual Event Read More »
“Project Onward exists to give a “”visual voice”” to artists with neurodiversity in order to tell their stories and change the perceptions of the world. Many of the artists explore their minds to create powerful works of fantasy, landscapes, and space. This exhibit features artists John Behnke, Bill Douglas, Louis DeMarco, James Hall, Luke Shemroske, …
Project Onward EXHIBITION: Imagined Spaces Read More »
The Race Against Gun Violence (RAGV) celebrates the life-changing work of community organizations and provides a dynamic platform for people who care about ending gun violence to connect and get involved. Race
