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Meet Mr. Kammeyer – Payton’s new math teacher
By Madeleine Spanbauer~ Mr. Kammeyer, a new teacher at Payton, teaches geometry and precalculus, valuing critical thinking and student inspiration in education. Read more
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Meet the New Teachers: Ms. Lishonlynn Akporido
By Mila Ind~ This article introduces Ms. Akporido, a new post-secondary coach at Payton. She aims to support students’ future planning through individualized guidance and inclusive support. Read more
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A High Schooler’s Guide to the Primary Election
By Sanaa Taqvi~ High school students can play a pivotal role in the election process by voting in the Chicago primary. This guide covers eligibility, registration, voting methods, candidate research, and civic engagement. Read more
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Making music and memories: A collection of performances and presentations from Payton’s Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month Compass
By Leah Galibois~ Payton’s Latin American Coalition and Music Ensemble celebrate Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month through performances, educating and enchanting the student body. Read more
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“Lift Every Voice and Sing”: Portrayals of strength and resilience from the Black History Month Compass
By Leah Galibois~ Payton’s Black Chamber Strings perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” promoting liberation. Read more
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The “Screenager” Epidemic: Rising Technology Use Among Teens
By Saron Alem~ Teenagers are spending over eight hours a day on screens, leading to harmful effects. COVID-19 and online learning have increased screen time. Tips to reduce negative impacts. Read more
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Rethinking Student Resource Officers: A Call to Build Safer and More Supportive School Communities
By Owen Zolner~ The debate for SROs in schools needs to be rethought, as the system does not benefit or defend students. Students would further benefit from a system that prioritizes building a safer school community. SROs are a negative influence on school culture. Read more
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Sectional IHSA Basketball Championship: Payton falls to St. Patrick
By Owen Zolner~ Payton’s historic season climaxed in a sectional final, showcasing resilience and talent. Despite a valiant effort, they fell short, ending a remarkable journey. Read more
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Consumerism: A Vicious Trend Cycle
By Madeleine Spanbauer~ Social media accelerates trend cycles, notably with water bottles like S’well, Yeti, and Hydroflask. Fast fashion exacerbates waste and poor labor conditions. Consumerism can be reduced. Read more
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No Homework Over Break: A Bandaid or Solution?
By Maya Agrawal~ The “no homework over break” policy at Payton aims to grant students and teachers a stress-free holiday but faces challenges in fully achieving this goal. Read more
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Chicago Fire’s Mediocrity
By Kevin Fernandez~ Chicago Fire dominated early 2000s but faced a decade of disappointment. Blame falls on poor management decisions, including staff hires, player deals, and DP signings. New owner’s changes have yet to improve results. Read more
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Op-Ed: The Case Against Graded Fitness Tests
By Elena Whitford~ The FitnessGram PACER test is a mixed experience for students, causing stress and limited time, but also encouraging self-improvement and a positive mindset. Read more
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Analyzing the 2024 Oscars: Best Actor & Best Actress
By Elena Whitford~ The Oscar nominations for Best Actor and Best Actress feature dominant biopics with subtle female performances and grand male portrayals. Predictions favor Cillian Murphy and Lily Gladstone for the win. Read more
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5 Takeaways from the GOP Presidential Debates
By Steven Jiang~ The Republican Party’s internal strife foreshadows the 2024 presidential election, with Trump’s absence, newcomer Vivek’s impact, and candidates grappling with Trump’s shadow and climate apathy. Read more
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Analyzing the 2024 Oscars: Best Picture
By Elena Whitford~ In her final analysis, Elena Whitford discusses the Oscar Best Picture nominees, highlighting their styles and achievements. From epic historical films to colorful feminist movies, and academic comedies, to minimalist multilingual pieces. Read more
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