Amanda Rahn

6 days ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

With college admissions becoming increasingly competitive and global education more essential than ever, many families in the Detroit area are exploring private school options for their children. Private schools can offer unique academic environments—ideal for students interested in bilingual education or those who thrive in structured, college-preparatory settings. While tuition costs can be high, many schools provide financial aid or scholarships to support families with demonstrated need.

6 days ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

Lawmakers are trying to prevent unnecessary vehicle injuries using Michigan’s new car seat laws. The new laws went into effect on April 2, 2025 and mandate that children under two years old sit in a rear-facing car seat, among other rules. Vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children. These new laws aim to prevent unnecessary deaths and injuries to all kids.

6 days ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

A $26.3 million grant to help feed Illinois kids with local, fresh food has been canceled by the Trump administration. The Local Food for Schools and Child Care Cooperative Agreement grant was signed in January to expand the program to include child care centers. The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) now says local farmers will lose out on the money they were expecting.

6 days ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

With college admissions becoming more competitive and global education increasingly valued, many families in DuPage County are considering private schools for their children. Private schools can provide specialized educational approaches—ideal for students who want to study multiple languages or excel in a structured, college-preparatory setting. While tuition at these institutions can be high, many schools offer need-based scholarships to help make a private education more accessible.

6 days ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

As college admissions become even more competitive and the demands for a global education grow, many parents in the Chicago area are turning to private schools. Private schools offer more options for parents looking for specific styles of education. For children with an interest in learning multiple languages or those who thrive in a regimented, college prep environment, private schools might be the answer.