Interestingly enough, communities seldom share the exact same sets of values. This can be based on a multitude of factors including socioeconomic standing, location, and expectations. Many of the values that are held in North Shore communities are different from other communities around the United States. The primary value in the North Shore is education, and a great focus and emphasis is focused on it by members of the community. The North Shore is considered to be one of the wealthiest areas in Illinois– according to a Crain’s Chicago Business article– with certain areas in Glencoe and Winnetka where the median household income is upwards of $200,000. However, this above average household income does not get in the way of core North Shore values such as the importance of getting a high school and college education. In fact, New Trier Township property taxes are of the highest in the state of Illinois, and are the primary source of funding for the school. According to a Chicago Tri