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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Schubert Elementary kindergarten teacher Mary Carey works in her virtual classroom at her home in Chicago. All e-learning will continue through the academic year.

Illinois schools to remain shut through the academic year

April 18, 2020

Gov. J.B. Pritzker suspended in-person instruction across Illinois schools through the remainder of the academic year, altering education plans for the state’s two million students. “My decisions...

Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave.

ETHS to transition to online learning plan through April 12

March 12, 2020

COVID-19 News Evanston Township High School will transition to an online learning plan through April 12, according to a Thursday news release. While there are no confirmed cases of the novel...

2017 Illinois Teacher of the Year Ricardo Castro speaks in Harris Hall during a SESP event on Monday. Castro discussed his view on education and the importance of teaching students to be leaders.

Illinois Teacher of the Year speaks about education, inspiring future leaders

May 16, 2017

Ricardo Castro, the 2017 Illinois Teacher of the Year, emphasized the importance of having the “right narrative” toward education at an event Monday. “It’s very important that we understand...

Illinois drops PARCC college readiness exam

July 13, 2016

Illinois high school students will no longer take the short-lived PARCC college readiness exam after parents, teachers and administrators said it distracted from regular class instruction, the State Board...

Summer Food Service Program offers free meals for Evanston youth while building community

June 18, 2016

The annual Summer Food Service Program is now in its second week of offering free breakfast and lunch on weekdays for youth at various locations such as schools and community centers throughout Evanston. The...

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