Education
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Visual artists’ “day in the sun”: Payton’s first all school art exhibit
Read more: Visual artists’ “day in the sun”: Payton’s first all school art exhibitBy Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor and Mia Mathew, Staff Writer Payton’s first art exhibit opened on Jan. 10 and included pieces ranging…
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Op-Ed: Even in an overwhelmingly liberal school, diverse political voices matter.
Read more: 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…
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Meet Ms. Ruich: Payton’s new diverse learners teacher
Read more: Meet Ms. Ruich: Payton’s new diverse learners teacherI interviewed Ms. Ruich, the newest diverse learners teacher to join the Payton community.
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The Future of AI in College Admissions
Read more: The Future of AI in College AdmissionsAI is revolutionizing college admissions, streamlining decisions, but raising concerns over bias, transparency, and authenticity. Will tech enhance fairness or amplify inequities? Future implications await.
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Double standard(ized): Illinois’ SAT-ACT switch
Read more: Double standard(ized): Illinois’ SAT-ACT switchPayton students have mixed feelings about the switch from the mandatory PSAT to PreACT.
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CPS to keep selective enrollment: a conversation with CPS CEO Pedro Martinez
Read more: CPS to keep selective enrollment: a conversation with CPS CEO Pedro MartinezCPS CEO Pedro Martinez aims to promote equity by enhancing neighborhood schools while maintaining selective enrollment, focusing on resource allocation and community partnerships in his…
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Meet Mr. Clarke: Payton’s new social studies teacher and long-term substitute for Ms. Rivera
Read more: Meet Mr. Clarke: Payton’s new social studies teacher and long-term substitute for Ms. RiveraMr. Clarke, a long-term substitute teacher at Payton, shares his teaching motivations, interests in music and movies, and views on equity in education during an…
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Recapping Dr. Stacey A. Dixon’s visit to Payton
Read more: Recapping Dr. Stacey A. Dixon’s visit to PaytonBy Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor and Camila Alvarado, Staff Writer Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence Dr. Stacey A. Dixon visited Payton…
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Payton Concert Choir Selected to Perform at IMEC 2024
Read more: Payton Concert Choir Selected to Perform at IMEC 2024Walter Payton College Prep Concert Choir performed at IMEC, representing CPS with passion and dedication.
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Gathering Momentum: Science Olympiad at States
Read more: Gathering Momentum: Science Olympiad at StatesPayton’s varsity Science Olympiad team excelled at the Illinois State Tournament despite challenges, emphasizing teamwork and the value of learning and friendship.
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