February's WWEA Educator Spotlight

The Wheaton Warrenville Education Association (WWEA) would like to introduce Mrs. Michele Foster, an educator at Bower Elementary.

Free Portraits for Military Family Members

The College of DuPage Photography Club will be hosting free photo sessions for family members that will include a CD for their loved ones.

Glen Ellyn District 41 to Discuss All-Day Kindergarten at Next Meeting

After hearing from community members, the district 41 board of education will discuss the issue at the meeting on Feb. 9

Fury Continues Over the College of DuPage's Secret Six-Figure Severance Deal

A plump taxpayer-funded early retirement package for COD’s President causes uproar.

Hawthorne Elementary Educator Supports English Language Learners

Ms. Kim Theodore is an English Learner (EL) educator at Hawthorne Elementary in District 200.

Which Colleges' Graduates Make the Most Money?

If you want a return on the costly investment that is college, you might consider one of these Illinois universities.

Wheaton Teacher Collaborates with Outreach Center to Provide a Summer Reading Program

Mrs. Gail Kramer began a summer reading program called "Reading Helps You Soar" at Carl Sandburg Elementary in Wheaton.

The Top 50 Public School Districts in 2014

Here are the best school districts in the state, as ranked by Schooldigger.com

The Top 15 Party Schools in Illinois

These colleges know how to have a good time.

The Most Expensive States for Infant Childcare

Forget about college tuition; wait until you see the annual average cost for daycare in Illinois.

January's WWEA Educator Spotlight

The Wheaton Warrenville Education Association (WWEA) would like to introduce Mr. James Stankevitz, a 20 year Science educator at WWSHS.

Illinois Public High Schools with the Best Administrations

A handful of the state’s public high schools are perceived to have the best administrations in the nation, according to Niche.

Bad Grades for Public Higher Education in Illinois

What would you do if your kid brought home a report card with these grades?

Top 25 Illinois Universities With Highest Professor Salaries

A look at which higher education institutions pay its professors the most.

Local Schools Expected to Reopen Friday

Local students will head back to school today following two days off due to cold weather.

Are These Really the 20 Best High Schools in Illinois?

These are the best overall high schools in the state right now, according to City Described.

Illinois' Most Diverse Public and Private Colleges

A list of the most diverse universities in Illinois, as ranked by Niche.com.

The State's Most Diverse Public High Schools

A list of the top 25 most diverse Illinois public high schools, according to Niche.

Jefferson Early Childhood Center Earns Grant for Science Center

Ms. Megan Palombella is a bilingual special education teacher at Jefferson Early Childhood in District 200.

Niche: The Best Overall Colleges in Illinois for 2015

Here are the 36 best, according to Niche. Did your alma mater make the list?

District 200, Wheaton-Warrenville South High School Ranked Among Best in State

Niche recently released its 2015 K-12 rankings.

Emerson Elementary Builds Social Inclusion with Buddy Benches

Emerson Elementary in District 200 builds social inclusion while honoring a recently passed aide.

Wheaton Elementary School Teacher a Nominee for $1 Million Global Prize

Jacqueline Lopushonsky, a Lincoln Elementary School teacher, is a finalist for the Varkey GEMS Foundation Global Teacher Prize.

Supporting Your Student - Free Program

For parents of high school students. A free program provided by Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Held at Wheaton Public Library.

Ka-ching! Illinois' 10 Most Expensive Colleges

Even after scholarships and financial aid are factored in, these 10 universities still will cost you a very pretty penny.

The 30 Hardest Colleges to Get Into in Illinois

If your kids plan on applying to any of these Illinois schools, they better plan on studying hard if they want to get accepted.

Wheaton Warrenville South PE/Health Department Earns Distinguished Blue Ribbon Award

The WWEA recognizes outstanding members in the WWS PE/Health department.

Do you live in one of Illinois' top 50 school districts?

These are the 50 best public school districts in the state.

Report: Illinois' students are falling behind

A new report has some troubling findings regarding the state of the state’s public schools.

Would This School Funding Reform Bill Help or Hurt Your Local School District?

The School Funding Reform Act of 2014, known as Senate Bill 16, would drastically change the state’s education funding formula.

Illinois Has Three of the Best MBA Programs in the Nation

Though they've slipped down the rankings in recent years.

Sen. Nybo, Rep. Pihos to host Westmont forum about Senate Bill 16

Sen. Chris Nybo and Rep. Sandra Pihos are hosting a community forum Nov. 17 in Westmont about a controversial education funding measure.

HBO's John Oliver Tears into Illinois Lottery, Education Funding

Is this the sad truth about the Illinois lottery?

Franklin Middle School Holiday Bazaar

Saturday, November 15 from 9:00-1:00 Franklin Middle School 211 E Franklin St. Wheaton Sponsored by Franklin PTA

Which Schools in the Biggest Illinois Districts are Best?

We’ve compiled a list of the best schools in the biggest districts from the most recent state report cards.

Franklin Middle School Holiday Bazaar | Sat., Nov. 15 | 9-1p | Wheaton

Get started on your Christmas shopping on Saturday, Nov. 15th. Franklin Middle School in Wheaton will be hosting a Holiday Bazaar.

Wheaton Warrenville South Wins Over Lincoln-Way in Playoff Game

Wheaton Warrenville South, a No. 13 seed, won in overtime against Lincoln-Way, a No. 4 seed.

Grayslake North Takes on St. Francis in First Round of Playoffs

Kick off is at 6 p.m. on Saturday.

Wheaton-Glen Ellyn AAUW Branch Meeting

November 5, 2014 7-9 pm Glen Ellyn Civic Center

How Safe are Illinois' Public Universities?

Here are the 2013 crime statistics for the state’s public colleges.