Tonight Nicholson Elementary, along with many other CPS schools, hosts its 2009 Open House for parents and guardians of its students. The purpose of Open House is for parents/guardians to be introduced to their child's teacher(s), expectations of the classroom/school, and an opportunity to ask any questions of the teacher(s). Sometimes, it can be very difficult to get parents to attend. Why is that? Some would argue it's the time scheduled. Others would say the parents don't see the importance. Even a few might argue parents just don't care.