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Op-Ed: Even in an overwhelmingly liberal school, diverse political voices matter.
Growing up in Chicago, a Democratic stronghold, I experienced a culture of political uniformity. True diversity requires fostering respectful debate, embracing discomfort, and protecting all perspectives. Read more
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Review: Something for everyone at the Chicago International Film Festival
The 60th Chicago International Film Festival showcased films from diverse regions, blending high-profile European titles with underrepresented gems. Highlights include Austria’s Peacock and Azerbaijan’s Return of the Projectionist. Read more
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A new form of news: social media and the 2024 election
Social media boosts political awareness but risks misinformation, algorithmic bias, and oversimplification. Youth can stay informed by verifying sources and engaging with diverse perspectives. Read more
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Exploring the Unique Appeal of Video Game Soundtracks
Video game soundtracks, like The Legend of Zelda’s regal tunes or Splatoon’s punk rock beats, excel as study music. Designed to be engaging yet non-distracting, they enhance focus and evoke emotion. Read more
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Analysis on the 2024 Election: What Contributed to Trump’s Victory?
Donald Trump secured the 2024 presidential victory with 312 electoral votes, flipping key swing states. His campaign emphasized economic recovery, immigration reform, and resonated with diverse working-class voters. Read more
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Review: “Coronation” is a Terrifyingly Current Political Satire
“Coronation” provided an unsettling yet unrealistic prediction for the future of the United States, and offered both reassuring and fear-inducing acts. Read more
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Meet Ms. Ruich: Payton’s new diverse learners teacher
I interviewed Ms. Ruich, the newest diverse learners teacher to join the Payton community. Read more
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Warm Hearts, Warm Coats: Help Us Fight Clothing Insecurity for Chicago’s Kids
Hello! We are two sophomores at Walter Payton College Prep, and we are looking for donations to help kids suffering from clothing insecurity. We are working with Cradles to Crayons to provide warm winter clothing for children in Chicago. One in every two kids in Chicago suffer from clothing insecurity, and as it gets colder,… Read more
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The Future of AI in College Admissions
AI is revolutionizing college admissions, streamlining decisions, but raising concerns over bias, transparency, and authenticity. Will tech enhance fairness or amplify inequities? Future implications await. Read more
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October Sports Recap
The Payton Grizzlies had a strong October in sports, with victories in boys golf, girls cross country, and others. Read more
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Double standard(ized): Illinois’ SAT-ACT switch
Payton students have mixed feelings about the switch from the mandatory PSAT to PreACT. Read more
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Youth’s civic engagement: Interview with a High School Election Judge
Junior Thaíla Vera-Hunt was interviewed on her experience as an election judge in the 2024 presidential election. Read more
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A show of civility in a time of civil unrest: the vice presidential debate
The vice presidential debate covered important topics such as climate change and immigration, and was much more civil and respectful than the presidential debate. Read more
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16 times sports and politics crossed paths
By Kieran Blake, Sports Editor It’s 2024! Do you know what that means? It’s an election year! On Nov. 5, millions of Americans flocked to the polls and make a decision that could change the course of history: Kamala Harris or Donald Trump. This highly contentious race took up most of the newscycle in previous… Read more
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Restoring the Ramova
The Ramova Theatre is a historic Chicago landmark that just received a much-needed renovation after being closed for years. Read more
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Payton’s Scholastic Bowl Team Sweeps at Tournament
The Payton scholastic bowl had an amazing tournament during the weekend of Oct. 5, with both the A Team and B Team sweeping the competition. Read more
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