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Meet the Director of Climate and Culture: Ms. Kat Hindmand
By Megha Khemka, Copy Editor Ms. Kat is Payton’s Director of Climate and Culture. She wants students to know that her office is a safe place to hang out, cry, or take a minute to get themselves together. Paw Print: Hello. Would you like to introduce yourself? Ms. Kat Hindmand: My name is Kat Hindmand.… Read more
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BREAKING NEWS: CPS to go mask-optional
By Isabelle Ravanas, Editor-In-Chief On Monday, Mar. 7, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) released a statement stating that the district will go mask-optional by Mar. 14, signaling a shift from its previous attitude around masking in schools. Around the country, mask mandates vary vastly by state with some states having done away with their mandates as… Read more
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Alice Ginsburg and the legacy of the Holocaust: Lessons for today’s youth
By Megha Khemka, Copy Editor Alice Ginsburg, now 91, wants today’s young people to gain insights into the urgency of fighting hate from her experiences during the Holocaust. Photo used with permission from the Museum of Jewish Heritage. In response to the increase in anti-Semitic attacks across the country, the following is a reminder to… Read more
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The unity of Black Student Union
By Edna Aman, Contributor BSU held a postponed Kwanzaa celebration on the last day of Black History Month with food, singing, and overall festivities celebrating Blackness. The founding of the BSU club signified a new beginning for Black students within the Payton community. Payton students with roots in the African American Identity Club found community… Read more
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Student Government votes on new election procedures
By: Aaron Faier, Editor-in-Chief* Payton’s Student Government introduced new election procedures on February 9th and took a final vote on them February 10th. These procedures include a new Election Committee, new campaign rules, changes to thes procedure for the election of the freshman class chair, and a change to the voting procedure for Executive Board… Read more
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The effect of gun violence on a student’s daily life
By Vivian Kaleta, Copy Editor Payton’s security guards complete random bag checks every morning to ensure a safe school environment. “Be aware of what you’re doing. Always. Because the minute you let your guard down, things can change.” This advice was given by Kayla Sykes, a 16-year-old North Grand Highschool student who is affected by… Read more
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SAT changes – what to expect
By Ella Schaffer, Staff Writer A student studies for the SAT in the school library during enrichment. On January 25, 2022 the College Board announced changes to the SAT regarding length and accessibility, which will be instituted in 2024. Adjustments to the SAT include a shorter exam, a built in Desmos calculator, “less wordy math… Read more
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How to find love at Payton
By Isabelle Ravanas, Editor-In-Chief Certain clubs at Payton provided Valentine’s Day services to Payton lovebirds, however, below are tips to take matters into your own hands. Though Valentine’s Day has come and gone once again, we at Paw Print believe that there are opportunities to find romance in the school even when it isn’t brimming… Read more
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LSC meeting updates: January 18, 2021 6-8 PM
By Megha Khemka, Copy Editor Overall: Essential Updates Access to Moody Field for Payton use Semester 2 brings new position to Payton staff: Director of Student Engagement. Attendance across Payton and CPS has dropped, and some KN95 masks and rapid tests have been received for faculty. Masks are also arriving for all students. Candidate review… Read more
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LSC meeting updates: December 13, 2021: 6-8 PM
By Megha Khemka, Copy Editor Overall: Essential Updates Campus safety measures have been increased, including school security and a push for vaccinations Concerns about student well-being center around math department grading, belonging and social health, and success for diverse learners Principal selection surveys sent out, candidate review to begin in February Principal Updates: Campus safety… Read more
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LSC meeting updates: November 16, 2021: 6-8 PM
By Megha Khemka, Copy Editor Overall: Essential Updates Student performance is on track for the first quarter; concerns include attendance and grades in specific subject areas. Students and staff have created next steps for the math department survey and grading. Principal selection process will begin soon. Fundraising in the fall has been successful. Principal Updates:… Read more
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How does the CTU work?
By Megha Khemka, Copy Editor The Chicago Teachers Union has been representing teachers, staff, and other employees in the US’s 3rd largest school district for nearly 85 years. On Tuesday evening, January 4, the Chicago Teachers Union’s House of Delegates voted to move to online learning. However, the measure was not official until hours later,… Read more
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Paw Print game review – Pokemon Legends: Arceus
By Cameron Smith, Staff Writer The characters look over a Hokusai-inspired red mountain called Mt. Coronet. About Pokemon Legends: Arceus Pokemon Legends: Arceus is an action-adventure RPG game developed by GAME FREAK and published by Nintendo and the Pokemon Company. It is the first-ever spin-off of the Pokemon video game franchise based on Pokemon Diamond… Read more
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Equity, adolescence, and family: three of Dr. Ansari’s passions
By Isabelle Ravanas, Editor-in-Chief With the start of the 2021-22 school year came the start of a new administration and with it Dr. Ansari as Assistant Principal. Dr. Ansari is a Chicago girl at heart. From growing up in Rogers Park and the surrounding Chicagoland area to completing her bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in… Read more
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Review: Adele’s new album, “30”
By Anna Calkins, Staff Writer After six years of radio silence, Adele has released a thrilling new album. Here’s the rundown on all the new songs. Adele’s long-awaited comeback album, “30,” dropped on November 19th, six years after the release of her last album, “25”. The new album got a lot of attention on social… Read more
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