Amanda Rahn

Detroit

Detroit freelance reporter. Email me with tips, tricks, thoughts and/or feelings at [email protected]. https://t.co/MSmPntzezj

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Articles

Plainfield Schools Zone Finder

3 days ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

For Plainfield Schools parents, one of the main steps to planning your child’s education is knowing which school they will attend. Plainfield has a number of public schools and understanding which neighborhood school is tied to your address helps your child start off on the right foot. With this guide, we’ll help make the process earlier with quick steps to identify the designated school for your student. Read on for our streamlined process for finding your neighborhood school in Plainfield.
IEP Overview for Naperville Schools - Chicago Parent

3 days ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

Naperville Schools ensures every student, regardless of ability, has access to a quality education. For those students with disabilities who qualify for extra support, a federally mandated individualized education plan (IEP) is necessary. An IEP allows educators, parents and school support staff to create a plan to suit each child’s unique needs.
Incredible Metro Detroit Montessori Schools That Help Kids Thrive

3 days ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

Searching for top Montessori schools in metro Detroit? Montessori education nurtures the whole child—fostering independence, confidence, and curiosity from an early age. This student-centered approach supports social, emotional, and cognitive growth, helping children build a strong foundation for future success.
Chicago Teachers Secure Historic Contract Without a Strike - What Parents Should Know

3 days ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

The Chicago Teachers Union came to a historic agreement with the Chicago Board of Education last week with big wins for teachers. For the first time in 15 years, the contract was signed without a teachers strike. The contract with the Chicago Board of Education spells out new benefits for teachers: pay raises, smaller class sizes, more paid parental leave, expanded staffing and more. Those big wins won’t come cheap—changes are estimated to cost roughly $1.5 billion over the next four years.
Best Charter Schools in Chicago Area

3 days ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

Students and parents in the Chicago Area in search of a specific school environment may find it in a charter school. Charter schools are public, and unlike private schools, a charter is free to students. For children who learn best in a small school environment or those who thrive with a regimented, college prep curriculum, charter schools might be the answer. Read on for our list of the best charter schools in the Chicago area.
Best Montessori Schools in Chicago Area

1 week ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

A Montessori education can set the foundation for your student’s later success. The education method prioritizes a children’s physical, emotional and social development as well as their intellectual growth. And while Montessori teachers might teach the same basic skills and subject areas, every lesson takes an integrated approach. Niche, a trusted platform for school rankings, has analyzed and graded the best Montessori schools in the Chicago area.
Best Montessori Schools in Detroit Area

2 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

A Montessori education can set the foundation for your student’s later success. The Montessori education method prioritizes a children’s physical, emotional and social development as well as their intellectual growth. Montessori teachers might teach the same basic skills and subject areas, but every lesson takes an integrated approach. Niche, a trusted platform for school rankings, has analyzed and graded the best Montessori schools in the Detroit area.
Best Private Schools in Lake County

2 weeks ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

As college admissions become even more cutthroat and the demands for a global education grow, many parents in Lake County are turning to private schools. Private schools offer more options for parents looking for specific styles of education. For children with an interest in STEM or those who thrive in a regimented, college prep environment, private schools might be the answer.
Michigan Schools Face Major COVID Funding Cuts

3 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Amanda Rahn

Another big change from the Department of Education late last month has sent some Michigan school districts reeling. Schools across Michigan are poised to lose roughly $42 million in COVID-19 pandemic relief funds to improve safety, health, and air quality in 27 Michigan school districts, says MDE in a press release. The change comes after the Department of Education took back its agreement to allow schools to finish spending the COVID-19 pandemic money they were originally given.
Illinois Schools Face Major COVID Funding Cuts

3 weeks ago | chicagoparent.com | Amanda Rahn

Another big change from the Department of Education late last month has sent some Illinois school districts reeling. Schools across Illinois are poised to lose roughly $77.25 million in COVID-19 pandemic relief funds to support the highest-needs students, says the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) in a press release. In Illinois, the decision affects 27 school school districts, two Regional Offices of Education, and three other grantees, says ISBE.