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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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WHEATON, IL — A woman recently stole a Louis Vuitton purse from a store in Wheaton, but she didn't leave the shelf empty. She replaced it with a knockoff Louis Vuitton purse. Police say the suspect's purse swap took place on June 24 just at Stein Mart, 191 Rice Lake Sq. The suspect reportedly entered the store, did the illegal purse switch, and then left without paying for any items. No suspect description was provided in the police summary. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Wheaton Police at 630-260-2161. Image via Shutterstock

WHEATON, IL — A woman recently stole a Louis Vuitton purse from a store in Wheaton, but she didn't leave the shelf empty. She replaced it with a knockoff Louis Vuitton purse.

Police say the suspect's purse swap took place on June 24 just at Stein Mart, 191 Rice Lake Sq. The suspect reportedly entered the store, did the illegal purse switch, and then left without paying for any items. No suspect description was provided in the police summary.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Wheaton Police at 630-260-2161. Image via Shutterstock

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Thief Swaps Fake Louis Vuitton Purse For Real One In Wheaton

The theft took place at Stein Mart on June 24.

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