I am currently a senior and I love going to Kennedy. Yes, there may be fights here and there, but…read morethose fights quickly come to an end. The food is excellent. Kennedy has welcome new teachers and staff members over the last 2 years.

If I could give this school zero stars I would. I know have my third child going to this school…read more It's been six years since I first step foot into this school and I am becoming more and more unhappy at all the bad situations that happen at this school. I wish that my daughter hadn't decided to go here, she had the opportunity to go somewhere else. She was registered and classes all set up for her to start school but had a falling out with a friend and said she wanted to switch to Kennendy. If you Google this school you will find a few stories of these terrible situations but they aren't all there in the news and I'm not talking about FB news feed. Almost every single time I am at the school there is a fight. And no that isn't normal. There is a huge bullying problem too! My daughter that graduated last year was a victim and even though it was reported and the police were in the room at the time when they told the student to stop or else they would step in it still went on. I'm not posting this to "cry/whine" about the school but to help other parents.

i went here for grade school and I occasionally come here for Sunday service…read more So, aside from the typical father Paul sermons where he repeats the same, nearly exact sermons from last year, this parish is on the low end of ok. Still with just-graduated teachers and support staff, this (current) staff really doesn't boast any super qualities to place it above Daniel or Kedzie. Church service is all right with the new pastor, but just that- all right. typical and mundane service/reflection. The school will provide the basic foundation but really nothing too spectacular; especially coming from a jaded Catholic. Would I come here if my folks weren't invested in the parish; most likely not- too drab and sleepy. If you are big on tradition; then this is it. :edit 12/27/07: After seeing Fr Paul repeat the same Christmas homily for the past 14 years, I've boosted this up two more stars. why? tradition. every Christmas you can expect to hear Father Paul talk about the Pacific Coast Highway trip with 3 other priests. A long road trip with a stubborn driver wanting to milk out as much driving time as possible has lead to them trying to find a motel for the night but having no luck. Equating that with the story of Mary and Joseph still is funny, even though Fr Paul has lost more than a few steps in his story telling/homily.

why does the pastor allow his dogs to run around the church? They were there when my cousin was…read morebaptized and it was not only distracting but inappropriate. The one dog was scooting his ass on the carpet in back. So sick

Great church. I always come for the carnival, and it's worth coming, even though there isn't a lot…read moreof carnival rides. The staff are nice and friendly. It's a church that I will come back to because of their carnival.

This is the partner school with Fleming that is about 1/2 mile east. Between both schools they…read morecover grades K-8 plus a Headstart program. Grimes consistently rates well on local and national rankings and test scores average higher than the Chicago average. A new artificial turf playground and field were installed in May of 2014. The naming of the school seems a bit unclear. It may be named after a man who served many years in the US Navy. I do know it has NOTHING to do with the two Grimes sisters who were abducted in Chicago and their dead bodies found in Willow Springs. If you have additional information please share it with me.

Just another public school. It was great here. Some teachers were a bit ignorant, but other than…read morethat, good school!

I am very disappointed in Nathan Hale Elementary School in Clearing, Chicago. It is troubling when…read moreconcerns about staff behavior are not addressed with the seriousness they deserve. Educators are held to a higher standard, and when actions or comments reflect poor judgment or a lack of sensitivity, it should be handled appropriately. Failing to do so undermines trust with families and the community. I hope the school administration takes a closer look at these concerns and works toward maintaining a respectful and professional environment for students and families. Teachers are entrusted with shaping young minds, and that responsibility comes with maintaining professionalism and neutrality--especially when it comes to personal political opinions. A classroom should be a place for learning, respect, and inclusion, not a space where personal beliefs are displayed or imposed on students. It is concerning when an educator appears unaware of how their words or actions can influence children. These are impressionable students, and what is said or done in and outside of classrooms carries real weight. Families place a great deal of trust in schools, and that trust depends on educators demonstrating sound judgment, respect, and awareness at all times not only in classrooms. When that standard is not met, it raises serious concerns about whether the environment is truly appropriate for students. I strongly believe that individuals who cannot separate personal views from their professional role should not be in a position of influence over children. Our community deserves better, and our children deserve better.

Our son is in his second year of pre k here. The change in how much he's learned since starting is…read moreamazing to see. The teachers are wonderful, caring, supportive, and genuinely invested in his growth. It gives us so much peace of mind knowing he's in such a positive, nurturing environment. We couldn't be happier with our experience.

Mission presentation at St Symphorosa church for Our Lady of the Broken. Inspiring address by radio…read morepersonality Kevin Matthews about his renewal of faith and rediscovery of redemption. Interesting, informative, and entertaining, with plenty of encouragement to practice the faith.