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Students receive free school supplies at West Side giveaway

Aug 21

CPS families prepare for first day of classes as summer ends

On the final day of summer break, Chicago Public Schools students and families across the city took part in events aimed at helping children start the year feeling confident and supported.

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Back-to-School checklist: Ten surprising things parents miss

Aug 20

'Windy City Weekend' talks back-to-school

Aug 14

Find the perfect backpacks for any age this 2026 school year

Aug 6

Best back-to-school deals 2026

Aug 5

IL offers temporary sales tax reduction on back-to-school shopping

Aug 3

Backpacks, school supplies donated to immigrant families in Chicago

Aug 1

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Students receive free school supplies at West Side giveaway

Aug 21

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Students receive free school supplies at West Side giveaway

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Back to school: When should parents take kids to urgent care as classes begin again

Aug 19

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Teen's non-profit partners with Texans quarterback for Back-to-School event

Aug 18

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Back to school: Chicago families paying average $794 per child on supplies

Aug 18

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A Boy And His Dream hosting free Back to School Kickoff event Sunday

Aug 15

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What to know about back-to-school vaccines

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Walmart offers some back-to-school savings

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Latest Stories

Must-have lunch gear & accessories for back to school 2026

Upgrade your lunch gear with these new accessories for students.

Jul 30

Volunteers pack 36K backpacks with school supplies in Chicago

Volunteers and staff with Cradles to Crayons packed 36,000 backpacks with school supplies in less than two hours during the organization's 11th annual Backpack-a-thon at Wintrust Arena Wednesday.

Jul 29

Back-to-school: Top laptop picks for college students in 2026

Shop the best laptops for college students from top brands like Apple, HP, and Lenovo.

Jul 23

Best planners in 2026 for students and teachers to organize the new school year

Get ready for the 2026 school year with these planners for elementary school, high school, college and for teachers.

Jul 17

Dorm room essentials under $50: Top picks for back to school 2026

Back to school 2026: Save big on dorm essentials for $50 or less

Jul 16