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New School Year Opens Across Old Town

Payton students know the drill — even freshmen — as Manierre Elementary reaches full CPS compliance.

Franklin Fine Arts Center Getting New Roof This Summer

CPS took out a building permit pegging the value of the work at $4 million.

Kite Flying, Art Project Brings Students From Four Schools Together

It's about "getting these schools together and trying to make these connections," said Charlie Branda.

Little Kids Rock Expanding Music Program To 320 CPS Schools With $2M Boost

"You want to capture the kids who are sneaking a listen to their iPods in the back of the room."

Franklin Fine Arts Students Make Old Town Beautiful With Photo Installation

Portraits of students line Wells Street with the message "You Make This Place Beautiful."

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Back To School: What To Expect At Lincoln Park, Old Town Area Schools

Franklin Fine Arts Center has a new principal, Jenner Elementary is still considering a merger and more.

Kurt Jones Chosen As Franklin Fine Art Center's New Principal

Jones comes to Franklin by way of Arthur A. Libby Elementary & Middle School in Englewood.

Franklin Fine Arts Students Show Off Piano Skills At Annual Recital

If not for Franklin, many of them "would not be exposed to music lessons," the principal said.

Parents Outraged By Franklin LSC's Decision To Part Ways With Principal

At a contentious LSC meeting, parents voiced strong disapproval of the council's decision.

As Powerful School Councils Fire Principals, Parents Urged to Step Up

Interest in LSC elections has waned dramatically. Will recent principal ousters bring out the vote?

Franklin Fine Arts Center Votes to Part Ways With Principal

Principal Margie D. Smagacz held the position for four years.

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"The reception has been outstanding. We've had lots of interest and excitement," the listing agent said.

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