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Experience dazzling lights and family fun at Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, a magical outdoor holiday walk.

CPS is adding new dual language and world language programs to expand multilingual learning and strengthen cultural literacy.

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Chicago Public Schools is replacing rankings with a new accountability system focused on learning and student support.

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