• Iowa Caucus narrows the field

    What do Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have in common? Not much, but with the Iowa Caucus right around the corner, they are currently both the frontrunners of their respective parties, according to Real Clear Politics. Hillary Clinton is the leading Democrat candidate with 46.8% popularity, followed by Bernie Sanders with 42.8% and Martin O’Malley Read more

  • Possible CPS Bankruptcy

    Governor Rauner is attempting to pass legislation that would allow the state to takeover the financial strapped Chicago Public Schools. While the outcome of CPS declaring bankruptcy is still unknown, for this would be the district first time, many criticize the proposal based on previous school takeover in neighboring states. While students are Walter Payton Read more

  • Warframe Review and Update 18, The Second Dream

      WARFRAME published by “Digital Extremes” developed by “Digital Extremes”. (rated M for mature by ESRB) available on PC,Xbox one, and Playstation 4. Third-person shooter action MMO. Science Fiction Open beta as of 2013 with weekly updates and periodic patches/bugfixes Update 18 (U18) “The Second Dream” released 12/02/15 for PC, 12/18/15 for PS4, and 12/21/15 Read more

  • War on Christmas or social consideration?

    Starbucks has recently been accused of waging a “war on Christmas.” This winter, the company ditched its previous holiday cups, featuring sleds, ornaments and carolers, opting for a simple red cup. The company has been met with opposition stemming from a viral video posted by Joshua Feurerstein. The former pastor claims that the new cup Read more

  • Getting to Know Your School Board: Jesse Ruiz, From VP to CEO to President

    Jesse Ruiz’s list of accomplishments qualify him for his next endeavor in Chicago’s political scene. As December marks the last month of Ruiz’s tenure serving as Vice President of the Chicago School Board, starting next month, he’ll begin to serve as President of the  Chicago Park District. Payton students have benefitted from his tenure on Read more

  • Fallout 4 Review, War…war never changes, well ok it sort of did

    FALLOUT 4 published by “Bethesda Game Studios” and Developed by “Bethesda Softworks”. (Rated M for mature by ESRB) Available on PC, Xbox One, and Playstation 4 First person open world RPG Single player. Post apocalyptic and Science Fiction. Released November 10, 2015, Paid Expansion packs planned (by Jack Knabe, gameplay 11/11 to 12/16) The introduction Read more

  • Animal Society at Payton helps animals find their path

    Can you find the path to these holiday animals? Have you found yourself teary-eyed after one of Sarah McLachlan’s animal abuse commercials? If you care about the mistreatment of animals around the world, the Animal Society at Payton- ASAP for short- is perfect for you. ASAP is a club open to anyone interested in learning Read more

  • Need Some Sweets to Brighten Up Your Week?

    Do you want to make some tasty treats to enjoy in front of the fire, but you think it’ll be too hard and time consuming? Fear no more! Compiled here are three super easy, winter-inspired recipes for your enjoyment. Peppermint Hot Chocolate Courtesy of Number-2-pencil.com Ingredients 2 cups of milk 2 cups of heavy cream Read more

  • Holiday Spirit Week

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  • The Great Christmas Debate

    Although Christmas is one of the most celebrated holidays in the US, it’s also one of the most controversial and debated. At such a diverse school like Payton, it’s no surprise that many of its students hold many different opinions on the subject. In the spirit of the holidays, let’s look at some of the Read more

  • Hot Cocoa: Drink of the Gods

    Winter is here and everyone in Chicago knows the feeling of frozen despair that often accompanies it. Thankfully, we have a delicious remedy for the winter blues: hot chocolate. Treat yourself to happiness with a steaming mug of  hot chocolate. The treat is made from theobroma cacao which translates to “food for the gods”. Although Read more

  • CPD Holds Recruitment Drive for Latino Youth

    Little Village is Chicago’s largest Hispanic community as well as one of the largest in the country. This southwest side community is densely populated with over 200,00 residents residing in a ten block by three mile span. From 23nd & Pulaski to 33 & Pulaski, and from Cicero to Western lies this Mexican hub of Read more

  • Speaker Madigan Makes Rare Speech

    Speaker Mike Madigan spoke to a sold out City Club of Chicago on Wednesday, December 9; tickets for today’s event sold out in under five minutes. With each table costing $750, many of Chicago and Chicago-area successful businessmen and women filled the ninth floor ballroom. Speaker Madigan spoke on the Illinois budget impasses and the progress Read more

  • Emanuel Calls for Special City Council Meeting

    Mayor Emanuel called for a special session prior to the regular scheduled City Council meeting set to take place at 10:00 a.m. His address to city council members was focused around three words: justice, culture, and community. The Mayor believed these over-arching ideas are the key to effectively confront the issues our city faces as Read more

  • #Breaking FOP Asks for Monetary Pledges

    On December 8, 2015 over 50 Payton parents packed the school’s library in the evening. This was the first of two meetings held by Friends of Payton (FOP) set to take place throughout the week. Meetings were specifically targeted to inform parents on the need and urgency for monetary pledges to the school, in order Read more

  • Mizzou Students Rally for Change

        When asked by African-American students what he thought systematic oppression was, Tim Wolfe, Former President of the University of Missouri Systems, responded, “systematic oppression is because you don’t believe that you have equal opportunity for success.” In October, students at the University of Missouri, also known as Mizzou, began protesting racist events that Read more