A new WTTW online and TV series takes viewers behind the scenes of Chicago’s iconic museums and cultural institutions.
Author: Maureen Kelleher
Preschoolers Have the Least Access to Remote Learning
For years, most discussion of tech and young children’s learning has focused on whether screens are appropriate at all for preschoolers. But the pandemic and remote learning are forcing us to think differently about how electronic devices can help the youngest learners. I’m fortunate to know a local leader in creative use of technology with preschoolers. My friend Jessica Fong,…
Chicago High School Entrepreneurs, Here’s Your Chance to Pitch for Good
Future Founders invites Chicago high schoolers to take part in the Pitch for Good challenge. Deadline April 30.
Join Our Conversation on Learning and #PostCovEd
Join us on Thursday, April 23, at 5 p.m. Central Time, for our inaugural Zoom web chat, #PostCovEd: How the Pandemic Is Changing Schooling Now and for the Future.
Here’s How Friends of the Children-Chicago Is Staying Connected With Kids and Families To Support Their Well-Being
Friends of the Children Chicago shows us how to maintain relationships remotely and balance learning, while helping families deal with trauma and meet their basic needs.
Mayor Lightfoot–And All of Us–Must Push Comcast to Make Good on Their Free Internet Promise
Comcast’s offer of free Internet doesn’t extend to families who owe them money. In other words, families in serious financial trouble can’t get Internet for their kids to keep learning. Read more to learn how to join our campaign to change this.
POST-SPRING BREAK UPDATE: Where to Get School Meals From CPS
Over spring break, 52 schools will continue to serve grab-and-go meals.
CPS Remote Learning Appears Remarkably Reasonable
Starting April 13, Chicago Public Schools will provide remote learning while schools remain closed due to the viral pandemic. Their plans for remote learning sound very reasonable given the huge challenges ahead.