A secular, college-prep microschool through grade 12

Prairie Paideia, NFP

A secular, diverse, college prep, alternative learning community focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity for students elementary through high school (full-time, part-time or hybrid). We emphasize critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills across all levels. We have three levels of mixed-aged small cohorts that allow for differentiation that ensures all students are stretched without being stressed. We are college-prep without college pressure. Students are placed by ability vs. age and we are low-tech, but not no-tech. Our students use real books and writing utensils. Bullying is not tolerated here and we have a longstanding community culture of respect and encouragement among students and adults. Classes are taught in an eclectic combination of styles that includes themed, project-based, Modeling Instruction drawn from various pedagogies. We offer Advanced Placement (many project-based) and dual-enrollment. Let's talk about how to change your child's trajectory.

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Lisa Marie Farver

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Naperville

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A secular, diverse, college prep, alternative learning community focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity for...

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Submission by the city of WheatonJoin the Downtown Wheaton Association for this annual celebration of spring and Easter on March 26. The day begins at 10 a.m. with the Easter Egg Hunt for kids in Memorial Park, followed by the Easter Bonnet Contest at 10:30 a.m. at the Memorial Park band shell. <a href="http://wheaton.us1.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=9d15bc0d474f09241abd49e38&amp;id=450c25e64f&amp;e=387cc1a21d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">See the Downtown Wheaton Association's website</a> for more information. Share your Easter photos with Patch! E-mail your pictures to editor amie.schaenzer@patch.com. Please be sure to include information about the people in the photo and what town you reside in.

Submission by the city of Wheaton

Join the Downtown Wheaton Association for this annual celebration of spring and Easter on March 26. The day begins at 10 a.m. with the Easter Egg Hunt for kids in Memorial Park, followed by the Easter Bonnet Contest at 10:30 a.m. at the Memorial Park band shell. <a href="http://wheaton.us1.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=9d15bc0d474f09241abd49e38&amp;id=450c25e64f&amp;e=387cc1a21d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">See the Downtown Wheaton Association’s website</a> for more information.

Share your Easter photos with Patch! E-mail your pictures to editor amie.schaenzer@patch.com. Please be sure to include information about the people in the photo and what town you reside in.

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The Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference Returns to Benedictine University, June 26–28, 2026
REGISTER BY MAY 5, 2026!
One of the nation’s most impactful Catholic youth gatherings, the Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference, will return to Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois, from June 26–28, 2026. Hosted in partnership with the Diocese of Joliet, Franciscan University of Steubenville, and Partnership for Youth, the conference will welcome thousands of high school teens for a transformative weekend of worship, dynamic speakers, and sacramental encounters.
The Steubenville Youth Conferences—held at 19 locations across North America—exist to evangelize, equip, and empower young people to become joyful disciples of Christ. The Joliet conference is one of the region’s most anticipated summer faith events.
The Steubenville Conference Experience
Over the three‑day weekend, teens and their group leaders will participate in:
<ul>
 <li>Engaging keynote sessions</li>
 <li>Daily Mass</li>
 <li>Eucharistic Adoration with a full‑arena procession</li>
 <li>Men’s and women’s breakout sessions</li>
 <li>Opportunities for Confession throughout the weekend</li>
 <li>Small‑group discussions and fellowship</li>
 <li>Recharge time with games, rest, and community building</li>
</ul>
Meet the Ministry Team
This year’s conference will feature a nationally recognized lineup of Catholic speakers and ministers, including:
<ul>
 <li>Chris Stefanick – Host</li>
 <li>Fr. Leo Patalinghug – Priest</li>
 <li>Lauren Gothard – Speaker</li>
 <li>Lauren Wright – Speaker</li>
 <li>Jimmy Mitchell – Speaker</li>
 <li>Sonar Worship featuring, Aly Aleigha – Worship Team</li>
</ul>
Register today!
Registration, pricing details, and additional resources are available at:&nbsp;
<a href="https://partnershipforyouth.org/steubenville-joliet/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://partnershipforyouth.org/steubenville-joliet/</a>
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The Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference Returns to Benedictine University, June 26–28, 2026
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Local Event: DuPage Nation Garden Club Annual Fundraiser

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Cost: $200 per ticket Table of 10: BEFORE April 24th $1,900; AFTER April 24th $2,000
&nbsp;For more information or to buy tickets click go to namidupage.org/gala/

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