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Winnetka, IL is an affluent community located just north of Chicago. Known for its picturesque setting and family-friendly atmosphere, Winnetka is a great place to live and visit. It offers plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained such as shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan or visit historic sites like the Skokie Lagoons. Residents of Winnetka also benefit from its excellent public school system and abundant recreational facilities. All these factors have contributed to Winnetka’s reputation as a desirable destination for those looking for quality lifestyle options in the area. Reviews of this suburb are consistently positive, citing its cleanliness, safety, and pleasant neighborhoods as highlights among many others. Whether you’re visiting or planning on living in this vibrant community, you’ll find plenty of reasons to love it!
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Public Schools and Private Schools in WInnetka - 3/6/2011
Having had children attend both public and private schools. I would say the private schools are better. While the public schools are fine, there isn't any way to measure how your child is performing, other than the state test(ISAT), which occurs once a year, end of year and starts in third grade. There are no conventional report cards with grades( letter or number ) until 7th grade. As far as discipline goes, the private schools wins that too. However, it must be said that bullying occurs no matter what school. How it is handled by school officials is the difference. Ultimately Winnetka is a nice community, but I would recommend anyone considering moving here, take a very detailed long look at what you'll be getting for your very high tax dollar vs. what you expect or already get in your current town. It's not enough to believe what people tell you about schools. You have to do the legwork: review test scores, meet w/ school officials, tour facilities, talk with current and former
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Living in a Norman Rockwell painting - 3/3/2008
This idyllic, leafy, close-in suburb north of Chicago comes straight out of a Frank Capra (or John Hughes - see Home Alone for a view of the housing stock and neighborhood feel) film. From the sandy beaches overlooking Lake Michigan to the 100 year old oak trees everywhere to the bucolic village green (site of the Memorial Day and 4th of July parades) to the local muni golf course with a great 18 and a superb kid-friendly 9, this remarkable enclave reminds many of a Norman Rockwell painting. Others might suggest Pleasantville. The cost of entry is high, but once inside all are warmly welcomed. Although the school facilities are old, the quality of the teachers is world class. And the people are genuinely Midwest-nice, with friends made easily through kids and schools. Wasn't born here but I'll never
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