Vote: Chicago Montessori educator advances to Top 15 in “America’s Favorite Teacher” contest
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Happy Tax Day!
Today (April 15, 2024) is the last day to submit your tax return or file an extension.
If your adjusted gross income (AGI) was $79,000 or less, you may be able to do your taxes online for free with an IRS Free File trusted partner.
Vote for “America’s Favorite Teacher”
Jasmine Williams, a local educator based on Chicago’s South Side, is in the running for America’s Favorite Teacher.
Last Thursday, Williams advanced to the Top 15 out of 111 teachers in her group. Now she has a chance to make it to the Top 10 in her group.
Cast your vote here to help Jasmine Williams secure a spot in the Top 10.
Learn more about the contest and how you can support Chicago’s very own here. You will need to verify your vote using Facebook or by adding a credit card.
You can cast additional votes, support Teach for America, and claim a tax deductible donation by donating to the campaign.
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Supporters will be recognized in an upcoming newsletter.
The Cost of Aging in Chicago
As rental prices surge in Chicago, older Black adults are allocating a growing share of their income towards housing expenses.
Jan E. Mutchler, a professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston, emphasizes, “There isn’t any place in the U.S. where the average Social Security benefit covers the Elder Index cost. Everywhere housing is a large share of the true cost of aging. The more people need to pay for housing, the less they have available to cover medical expenses, food, and other essentials.”
Read more here.
Museum of Science & Industry Free Admission Days
The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago released its schedule for free museum entry days for Illinois residents. Here are the remaining 2024 free entry dates for Illinois residents regardless of membership status.
Sunday, April 21, 2024
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Dates are subject to change. Reach out to the Museum of Science and Industry before you plan your visit. Learn more here.
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