We lived in the Chicago suburbs for about 1 year. At the time our child was too young for school. From what we saw of alot of areas we really enjoyed it. How do some of you feel about raising kids there? The schools? Homes?
2007-09-06 10:38:54 · 11 answers · asked by ACtimes3 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
It matters what you think most of all.
Many districts around Chicago are highly rated, such as Naperville and Wilmette. Even the lesser ones are pretty good compared to nationwide scores.
We are not in such a horrible housing market as CA and NY, although we have our problems.
If you like the changes of seasons and the general lack of BS of Midwesterners, you would be happy here.
2007-09-06 10:44:56 · answer #1 · answered by starrystarrynight 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I live in the chicago suburbs as well, I do not have kids however have lived here all my life. I went to 2 different school districts here. Personally, I do not like it here in this part of country, People have never seemed very homely, neighborly, or giving. Many people that i have come in contact with through out the years have been very two faced people, good to your face but they completely forget you whenn your nto around. In many of the suburbs around chicago money is a big thing. It goes from spectrum to the other but not much in the middle. You h ave the Barrington, Napperville kids that are rich and snobby...then you have the Carpentersville and Mchenry kids that have nothing. THere are a few good middle class towns like Wauconda that have nice kids, but the schooling isnt very good...i fell through the cracks there.THe "richier" towns are pretty and have good schooling but snobby people who are all for themselves, the not so rich either middle class or lower class do not have good schooling and or have more crime.(btw there is PLENTY of crime and drug use in a "good" school with money....the kids can afford it).
I am not sure if this is any differnt from other places in the country but theses are my experiences and i am personally working towards moving somewhere down south one day. Because the people down there just seem to have better morals down there...or at least the same ones i do.
2007-09-06 18:06:02 · answer #2 · answered by Jewels 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay, I am going to answer this even though I risk the chance that you are a Cubs fan - LOL. I was born and raised in Saint Louis and now am raising my family here. You can't beat the midwest. Great weather (don't like it, wait 5 minutes) and when you live in a large city like Chicago or Saint Louis you get all the ammenities, nightlife ect., and can have your home in the suburbs to get that small town feel.
2007-09-06 17:57:44 · answer #3 · answered by Love Life As Wife 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Minneapolis/St. Paul is great!!! I am from the suburbs, but its really great to be close to the city. There are some great schools in MN. I don't know if you are looking specifically in chicago, but it is my opinion that MSP is the best in the midwest! I will never leave and feel great about raising kids there.
2007-09-06 17:46:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just moved from Missouri to Florida. As we were planning the move I realized how beneficial it is for children to grow up in rural areas. Fortunately my daughter has the opportunity to attend a great non-public school here but the majority of school here are unacceptible. If her education suffers I won't hesitate to relocate to the midwest again.
2007-09-06 17:56:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chicago is not a good place to raise your kids. Too many liberal politicians that say they are for you, but in reality are happy with the status quo. Move further South and you'll raise your kids in a friendlier and much safer environment. Take it from someone who used to live in New York State. Get out now, while you can.
2007-09-06 17:44:40 · answer #6 · answered by Kevin U 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I was raised in the midwest and loved it. My brother and his wife live in the Chicago burbs as well and have two little girls. They are very happy there.
Chicago is an expensive city. I grew up in Indianapolis which was much more affordable and was very happy there.
2007-09-06 18:41:08 · answer #7 · answered by Yogi 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Midwest is where it's at. The only thing that sucks about the midwest is the weather. Below 0 for two months, above 100 for two months, and windy the rest of the time. Everything else is ideal. No crime, low cost of living, easy going lifestyle, good education system, etc. etc.
2007-09-06 17:43:11 · answer #8 · answered by Tim 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I think what really matters is what kind of parent you are, not where you live. If you are involved in your kids and teach them well they will grow up to succeed. Good luck!!
2007-09-06 17:41:57 · answer #9 · answered by parental unit 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ohio -- I like having seasons. I -don't- like how important high school sports can be.
2007-09-06 17:42:53 · answer #10 · answered by bonitakale 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋