On May 19, a new law passed requiring that every school district in Illinois offer a full-day kindergarten program by the 2027-2028 academic year. Bill HB2396 requires school districts to offer a full ...

During the pandemic, like many of us who couldn’t get haircuts, 7-year-old Evan Hall sported a new, longer hairdo. But once the stay-at-home bans were lifted, Hall had become so fond of his long locks ...

In Chicago, students don’t move up to high school without entrance exams. Here’s the Chicago high school entrance exam prep for every test they can take. Stepping up from middle to high school in ...

See the full 2025-2026 CPS calendar, including key dates for the first day of school, winter break, spring break and more. Planning your family’s year around school schedules? The 2025-26 Chicago ...

March 6-8 is packed with ways to get out of the house and try something new with your kids. Whether your family loves hands-on... Key takeaways Visit the best libraries in the Chicago area to discover ...

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 ...

Welcome to Chicago Parent’s online calendar, your go-to guide for the best family events in Chicagoland. Search below for kid-friendly events by area, age, date range and category.

From special museum exhibits to our favorite hiking spots, get ready to have the best Spring Break ever with these fun activities for kids. Pokémon fans, get ready, a brand‑new interactive Pokémon ...

Discover the best libraries, indie bookstores and cozy reading spots in Chicago for families, kids and book lovers.

The Pokémon Fossil Museum opens at the Field Museum on May 22, 2026. Get a family-friendly guide to the exhibit and what to ...

Baptiste, a Chicago teen who found confidence and community through Camp Red Kite at Chicago Children’s Theatre.

Gov. JB Pritzker proposes an increase to Illinois’ school funding formula, but teachers unions say it won’t meet the 2027 ...