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Changing of the guard: Payton dethroned from Illinois’s no. 1 high school
Read more: Changing of the guard: Payton dethroned from Illinois’s no. 1 high schoolStaff writer Vaughn Thompson breaks down the factors that have led to Payton’s drop in the US News rankings.
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Review: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is a welcome return for the web-slinger
Read more: Review: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is a welcome return for the web-slingerStaff writer Thuan Dinh gives a positive review of the latest installment in the “Spider-Man” film series starring Tom Holland.
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Read more: Subscribe to The Payton Paw Print!Looking for a way to stay connected with the latest news and events happening at Walter Payton College Prep? Subscribe to The Payton Paw Print,…
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Op-Ed: Opt out of photo ops
Read more: Op-Ed: Opt out of photo opsEditors-in-Chief Alexa Gola and Kieran Blake ask that Payton celebrate academic achievements and test scores through optional celebratory photos.
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Payton Pawdcast: Episode 1
Read more: Payton Pawdcast: Episode 1In this episode of the Payton Pawdcast, Dr. Shabazz shares insights on guiding students through high school, reflects on the milestones she’s reached, and opens…
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[Photo gallery] Sweetness Day 2025
Read more: [Photo gallery] Sweetness Day 2025By Charles Zimmer, Staff Photographer On March 3, advisories 601 and 602 went to Cummings Park for the annual Sweetness Day, a tradition that is…
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Pets at Payton Continued!!!
Read more: Pets at Payton Continued!!!The Payton community shares a deep bond over their pets’ quirky personalities and the unconditional love they bring, creating cherished moments and lasting connections.
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Walter Payton v.s. Lincoln Park: A Moment
Read more: Walter Payton v.s. Lincoln Park: A MomentBy Charles Zimmer, Staff Photographer Walter Payton v.s. Lincoln Park
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Cramming 10 pounds of trash into a five-pound bag: 2021’s “Dune”
Read more: Cramming 10 pounds of trash into a five-pound bag: 2021’s “Dune”“Dune” (2021) is criticized for its slow pacing, long runtime, incoherent story, and mediocre acting. Despite these flaws, it received excessive praise and awards, making…
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2024-2025: Meet the Teachers
Read more: 2024-2025: Meet the TeachersAs Payton welcomes the class of 2028 into the building for the first time, it also welcomes a cohort of six new teachers, staff, and…

