This is our 12th year at Christian Heritage Academy and surprisingly (or not surprisingly) enough,…read morewe fall at about middle on the years-at-CHA spectrum. There are families who have been a part of the CHA family for 20+ years due to multiple children and grandchildren... This is such a testimony to what kind of place CHA is. CHA has been such an important part of our family. Ever since the beginning, when my children started in the preschool classes, to life's ups and many downs, there has not been a time where our lives were not positively touched by someone associated with CHA, whether it'd be faculty, staff or friends. We love the small class sizes as the teachers really get to know my children--their strengths, weaknesses, and quirks--to work with me to nurture them. The faculty and staff really try to model Christ in what they say and do. I love this environment where the daily activities are bathed in prayer (daily morning faculty devotions to start!) and that my children and I are being prayed for. As icing on the cake, CHA offers a strong academic program as well. My daughter, who is a junior in the Upper School this year, is constantly being challenged with a multitude of AP and Duel Credit courses. All courses are taught through a biblical lens and I believe this helps my children a unique perspective to the world around them. CHA offers opportunities for sports, theater, student council, paper--and almost everything else in between so the opportunities for all that my children are provided. The bond between the students is strong as they encourage each other, pray for each other and just love on each other. I am so appreciative towards CHA--its dedication to bringing up soldiers for the Kingdom. It truly has been a blessing in our lives.

My son went to the school in 2022 and 2023. We are Korean and Christian and I thought I was sending…read moremy son to a safe place. Back then my son was in preschool in kindergarten so he didn't really know what was going on but now he's in third grade and he communicates with us perfectly. While looking through his old yearbook together, we stumbled upon this teacher's picture. He said she was very unkind to him with another kid and him were trying to grab an item. He would always give it to the other kid and yell at him . He said he specifically felt singled up by her that she was nice to everybody except him and it was making him very confused but now that he's older and can understand I told him about racism. I told him there's certain people that think they're they're better than others because of their skin color and they like to abuse, helpless little children, while smiling at their occupation, saying that their Christians, that is absolutely disgusting . SHe would always pull him aside and be mean to him while smiling in our faces. My wife thought she was the nicest one there. But she is a racist just trying to cover herself. Christian Heritage Academy you should do better and you should be ashamed of yourself hiring people like that. We trust you with our kids. And we pay you very well for the services. Please get your act together. We are truly disappointed in you 10 thumbs down for you guys.

What a warm and welcoming place!…read more First off, the temple is simply beautiful. It's a vibrant growing community that recently welcomed in the community of Temple Chai (Long Grove) who had to sell their synagogue. And they've been welcomed it with open arms with the lower level of the synagogue refitted with items from Temple Chai to make their displaced members feel at home. I recently was able to see their Men's Club run a Men's Seder and it was a splendid event! The Cantor from Temple Chai ran the Passover Seder and Temple Beth-El's Rabbi oversaw the proceedings and joined in on the festivities. They welcomed members and non-members alike and I felt as if I was a member despite just paying for the event and not a current member. There was networking/meet-and-greet prior to the dinner and the reading of the Haggadah. Then during dinner we were able to chat with friends new and old and after, the Men's Club President thanked everyone individually. I personally was moved by this gesture that I'll be joining the Men's Club this summer. Temple Beth-El is a welcoming, warm, lovely community that if you're looking for a place to call home and to fit in, this is the place for you.

Temple Beth-el is a vibrant, growing community I love the clergy and the friendly, warm TBE…read morecommunity. I am happy that I have found my spiritual home.

Over the many, many years of my life, I've been a member of various parishes. In all those years,…read moreI've found that Holy Family Church in Inverness, IL., is the only church that I looked forward to going to, not only for the masses, but also for the many opportunities to take on active rolls. From being a Lector/Proclaimer, a Eucharistic Minister, Mass Coordinator and being a Charter Member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 11983. If you're looking for a church that offers a sincere family type experience, I encourage you to become a part of this wonderful parish, even if you have to drive an hour or so to get there! And by the way, bring your smile :) with you! My drive time is 30 minutes!

I love the Catholic Church. Deeply. I have never been to a Catholic Church I wouldn't return to…read moreagain, no matter the music, the homily, the architecture, or anything else. Until now. Nothing was holy -- from the art, the music, the liturgy. It was like a Mega Church giving shallow entertainment, hoping the sappiness stirs the congregation. Nothing Catholic about it. It was a bad imitation of a protestant service. I was horrified from beginning to end. For those who gave a good review, I urge you to find a good Catechism class. Not at this institution, though. Some may attribute dissatisfaction to the fact that this church has "liberal" views. I saw nothing liberal or conservative. I heard nothing liberal or conservative. I would be labeled "progressive" for my political views. Please don't insult liberals by calling what happens at this place such. I'm still in a state of disbelief.

The Sophomore level Math teacher drove us to change schools…read more He has an ego and is more interested in penalizing a depressed students grade than engaging with the student. He is the reason my son will not be attending Carmel going forward. There are many great faculty at Carmel, but it only takes a couple of rotten apples to ruin a students experience.

Went to Carmel, Graduated in 2002 and love everything about the school. Not only did I get a better…read moreeducation, but the quality and relationships I developed are some of the best I've gotten in my life. I am sad to see some of the changes the new president and principal are making, as it is starting to stray away from what "Carmel" and what being a "Corsair" is and was, but I hope it comes back. Great school. Best in the area.

Temple Chai is a wonderful place to bring and raise your family. We have been members for roughly…read more14 years and have had both of our children Bar/Bat Mitzvah'd here and love the staff and clergy. It is a very warm place for all and we enjoy attending High Holiday and Shabbat services, as well as many other events throughout the year. We are very good friends with many of the congregants and are honored to be affiliated with such a terrific group of people. In addition to being very active overall at the Temple, we feel that the Temple's Chai Guys Brotherhood and the Women of Temple Chai are enjoyed by all involved. Keep up the great work!

I have been a member of Temple Chai for about 8 years. Shabbat services on Friday nights are…read moregrounding, spiritually moving, full of song -- and are very well attended by regulars and newcomers alike. There is a great Torah study group on Saturday mornings. The staff who guide and educate the B'nai mitzvah students are well respected within the temple community and do a tremendous job in educating our young people. There are many adult education opportunities. The Israel committee of the temple organizes amazing congregational trips to Israel every two years and this December is the fourth or fifth one, I believe. I went on the 2013 trip and I am going on this year's trip as well. My first trip was packed with sights, experiences, and activities that I will never forget and I can't wait to be part of this year's. I am very happy to be part of the Jewish community at Temple Chai.

I had been educated in the public school system my entire life until I attended St. Paul my 8th…read moregrade year. I was very nervous entering a school where most students had known everyone since pre-school. I was accepted right away and never looked back. St. Paul was a very nurturing place that felt like family. St. Paul offers many clubs and sports for students to participate and compete at a high level. If you are looking for a faith-based school, a high-quality education in a lovely neighborhood, look no further. Alum and Parish School Ministry Member

I am so grateful that we found St Paul! My son has grown academically, spiritually, socially and…read morehis confidence in himself has grown too! The teachers are loving but demanding. Principal Heinze is a warm, caring, and responsive leader. St Paul is different from other Christian Schools that I have encountered, in that they allow each child to express their unique individuality. There are no overly-strict policies for dress code, and the rules of conduct are reasonable. These are happy, confident children. I am not worried now about my introverted son transitioning into public high school next year. Thank you St Paul!

Cant say enough good things about this school. They have done a spectacular job right out of the…read morebox in regards to e-learning during the pandemic. It was a very smooth transition and the teachers were available for questions and maintained contact with their students through google meetings. I never realized how important a smaller classroom size was until we were faced with such a horrible situation. Our other daughter is in public high school and they were ill prepared for the type of response required.

Saint Anne School has been doing a great job with distance learning. My daughter has been able to…read morestay on top of her work and has not lost the skills and knowledge she acquired this year. The school had planned in advance to offer distance learning at the start of the school year, so that classes would not be canceled due to weather. The plan was executed at the start of the pandemic. I give all Saint Anne teachers huge props for adapting immediately and transitioning all its students to this new method.

I highly recommend this school. If you have a Christian…read moremindset, this is an excellent place that trains and equips workers for God's ministry.

Send my children there years ago and this was my biggest mistake ever ! This has to be the worst…read moreChristian school in entire Illinois. Boys are constantly being punished and treated unfairly vs girls . Constantly sent to detention. MANY teachers are not qualified to even teach , no AC's running thru the building, not many computers, your smart kids will never grow there because there is no program for accelerated education. Pls chose Christian Heritage Academy in Northfield or Christian School in Schaumburg instead if you have big plans for your children! I saw many bad reviews about this school but they are being removed. This school most likely had 1 star !

We started at Hellenic American Academy in 2022, and from the very beginning, it has felt like a…read moresecond home for our two children. Even though we are not Greek, we've found the most welcoming and inclusive community here--about 20% of the students aren't Greek, and yet everyone is embraced as family. One of the things I've appreciated most, especially when my children were younger, is how naturally they formed relationships with older students. It's a unique environment where kids of all ages interact, and there's a strong culture of mutual respect and kindness across grade levels. Our children take Greek every day and have become impressively fluent--it's amazing to see how confident they are speaking a new language! The class sizes are small, which allows for personalized attention, and the teachers and administrators are truly exceptional--nurturing, dedicated, and highly focused on each child's growth. It's a close-knit community that really supports both students and families. There are plenty of opportunities for involvement, from after-school activities and enriching field trips to school-wide efforts that teach the importance of giving back. Most importantly, the school keeps its focus where it belongs--on strong academics, character development, and traditional values that help shape well-rounded, grounded children. We're so grateful to be part of such a special school!

I have two children here. They both enjoy school and are excelling academically and socially. I…read morejust attended their 25 of March presentations and I was incredibly impressed by all grade levels. We are fortunate there are dedicate people who continue to sacrifice their time to keep this special place operating.