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I read J.D. Vance’s memoir Hillbilly Elegy. These are my takeaways.
By Steven Jiang, Associate Opinions Editor When J.D. Vance first published Hillbilly Elegy in 2016, he was in the right place at the right time. Political commentators and analysts were searching for answers to explain Trump’s improbable win. In particular, Trump had swept the Rust Belt, a region in the Midwest that has long suffered… Read more
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Review: “Straume” captures the heart of animation
By Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor “Straume,” known internationally as “Flow,” is a Latvian animated feature film noted for its absence of narration and dialogue. Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, the 85-minute film premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, playing at several additional film festivals and in theatres throughout Latvia and France before… Read more
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“Viva mi herencia”: LAC Compass celebrates heritage and culture
By Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor, Photos courtesy of Leah Galibois, Photo Editor Midway through Hispanic Heritage Month, Payton students, staff and faculty gathered in the West Gym to attend the annual LAC Compass. Held to educate the school community and celebrate Hispanic heritage, the Compass featured an informative student presentation and several… Read more
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2024-2025: Meet the Teachers
As Payton welcomes the class of 2028 into the building for the first time, it also welcomes a cohort of six new teachers, staff, and school administrators joining the WPCP community. Read more
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Meet Ms. Augustine
By: Mo Eneh, Staff Writer As the school year progresses, Payton welcomes several new students and teachers. I was honoured with the opportunity to speak to one of these new teachers: Ms. Augustine. Ms. Augustine is a fun-loving teacher aide who enjoys forming bonds and connections with students. She believes that students need to be… Read more
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Meet Ms. Almeda: Payton’s new physical education, health and fitness and driver education teacher
By Cameron Caprio, Head of Business and Fundraising As Payton welcomes the class of 2028 into the building for the first time, it also welcomes a cohort of six new teachers, staff, and school administrators joining the WPCP community. I met with Ms. Alameada to hear her story. Paw Print: What is your role at… Read more
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Staff Editorial: In defense of the student voice at Payton
By Paw Print Editorial Board Throughout the past few years and especially during the recent election cycle, the dissatisfaction of the American people in their perceived ability to make their voices heard has become increasingly evident. One Pew Research Center poll found that 85% of Americans feel that their elected officials don’t care about what… Read more
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Broadway in Chicago’s “Les Misérables” is an enthralling interpretation of an iconic musical
By Kieran Blake, Sports Editor ★★★★ There are few musicals as powerful as “Les Misérables.” Based on Victor Hugo’s colossal 1862 epic novel, it centers on the story of a reformed criminal by the name of Jean Valjean who breaks parole and attempts to live life as a free man. All the while, he is… Read more
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Visual artists’ “day in the sun”: Payton’s first all school art exhibit
By Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor and Mia Mathew, Staff Writer Payton’s first art exhibit opened on Jan. 10 and included pieces ranging from photography to crochet, showcasing work submitted by the school’s students, faculty and staff as Payton’s Jazz Band performed to “set the ambiance.” According to organizers Eloise Khoury ‘26 and… Read more
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Five creative ways to spend your four-day weekend
By Aanya Mathew and Raina Suri, Staff Writers As the end of the semester nears, so does our long-awaited four-day weekend on Jan. 17-20. If you’re staying in Chicago for the mini-break, you might be looking for ways to spend your time. Well, look no further! Here we have curated a list of events so… Read more
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The revival of early 2000s fashion
Y2K fashion returns with low-rise jeans, bold colors, and nostalgia, blending retro styles with modern influences, challenging past ideals, and celebrating creative self-expression. Read more
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Winning on Wells: XC wins State Championship
By Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor, Kieran Blake, Sports Editor, Leah Galibois, Photo Editor On Nov. 19, students and faculty gathered in the West Gym for the third all-school assembly of the year. This time, they celebrated one team in particular: Payton’s State Championship-winning boys’ cross country. Though not quite decked out in… Read more
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November: A month of champions
November was a month of athletic triumph for Grizzlies sports, with historic victories, broken records, and stellar performances across football, volleyball, swimming, cross country, and basketball. Read more
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Moana 2 Review: Did the movie capture the magic of its predecessor?
The much anticipated sequel to the 2016 film Moana unfortunately fell flat and did not live up to viewers’ expectations. Read more
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Review: Steppenwolf’s “Leroy and Lucy” puts magic back in the blues
Through sharp dialogue, standout performances, and thoughtful direction, “Leroy and Lucy” redefines a legendary moment in cultural history. Read more
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