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My kid seems to have no clue. We got an offer but we'll probably decline it because the school is too far away. My sense is that this is *very* competitive. ...
CPS elementary school notifications will be available after 5:00 pm on Friday, April 11th on go.cps.edu! Post your offers here. ...
Ok. Today is the day. I don't have an appointment and am going downtown. Anybody have a guess of how long it will take to get through the line and be finished? Interested in the experiences of others... ...
Thrilled DD got in! 🐬 🐬 Now please tell me everything I need to know and plan for. Are there any summer events for the incoming AC kids? Placement tests? Husband is volunteering a lot at the current elementary schools and wants to continue at WY - is this a thing there? ...
I'm buying my 14 yo a cell phone before she starts high school. What rules should I implement for having a cell phone? I wasn't planning on allowing her to have social media accounts until she's 16. Is that too late? Do I give her independence to download any app ...
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