Our own private Ivy League

Article Abstract:

The top Chicago pre-college schools of Lab, Parker, and Latin are all trying to shed their stereotypes of exclusivity, to recruit more minority students, to justify their sky-high tuitions, and to tighten discipline. All three schools have traditionally been stepping stones to Ivy League universities.

Management, Private schools, Preparatory schools

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The big cheat

Article Abstract:

A nine-member team at Steinmetz High School won the Illinois Academic Decathlon competition in 1995, but the team won by cheating. The coach, Jerry Plecki, was involved in the cheating and the cover-up. He gained the students' trust by forming close relationships with them.

Investigations, High school students, Competitions, Cheating (Education), Plecki, Jerry

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Welcome to the weekend

Article Abstract:

Eighteen weekend destinations in the Midwestern states are described. Luxury resorts, cave expeditions, houseboat vacations, music festivals and small towns are among the trips suggested. Information on hotels, rates, and tour groups is provided.

East North Central States, Cover Story, Description and travel, Midwestern States, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, East North Central United States

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