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Meet Mr. Johnson- Payton’s new visual arts teacher who helps students discover their talents
Read more: Meet Mr. Johnson- Payton’s new visual arts teacher who helps students discover their talentsBy William DeAllaume~ Mr. Johnson, a new visual arts teacher at Payton, values diversity and student growth. Growing up on a farm, his varied experiences…
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A High Schooler’s Guide to the Primary Election
Read more: A High Schooler’s Guide to the Primary ElectionBy Sanaa Taqvi~ High school students can play a pivotal role in the election process by voting in the Chicago primary. This guide covers eligibility,…
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Rethinking Student Resource Officers: A Call to Build Safer and More Supportive School Communities
Read more: Rethinking Student Resource Officers: A Call to Build Safer and More Supportive School CommunitiesBy Owen Zolner~ The debate for SROs in schools needs to be rethought, as the system does not benefit or defend students. Students would further…
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5 Takeaways from the GOP Presidential Debates
Read more: 5 Takeaways from the GOP Presidential DebatesBy Steven Jiang~ The Republican Party’s internal strife foreshadows the 2024 presidential election, with Trump’s absence, newcomer Vivek’s impact, and candidates grappling with Trump’s shadow…
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A Student’s Voice: CPS Walks Out For Palestine
Read more: A Student’s Voice: CPS Walks Out For PalestineBy Saron Alem~ Walter Payton students organized a walk-out to support a ceasefire resolution in the Palestine-Israel conflict. Students protested and walked to City Hall.…
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Election 2024: Fall Recap
Read more: Election 2024: Fall RecapBy Steven Jiang~ Heading into 2024 elections, Democrats control both presidency and Senate, while Republicans hold House. Trump vs. Biden rematch looms. House chaos as…
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Navigating Attendance Policies: The Impact on Payton Students’ Daily Struggles
Read more: Navigating Attendance Policies: The Impact on Payton Students’ Daily StrugglesBy Owen Zolner~ Students at Payton face commuter challenges, impacting attendance and school opportunities. Removal of advisory worsens situation, penalizing for uncontrollable factors and eroding…
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The Ongoing Issue of Book Bans Across America
Read more: The Ongoing Issue of Book Bans Across AmericaBy Madeleine Spanbauer~ Book banning is increasing in the US, particularly in southern states, affecting diverse topics and authors. Illinois is the first state to…
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Payton student Ivanna Dzhadzha recalls her Ukrainian roots and looks to build understanding
Read more: Payton student Ivanna Dzhadzha recalls her Ukrainian roots and looks to build understandingBy Bridget Galibois~ Ivanna Dzhadzha, a Ukrainian student at Payton, adjusts to life in America amid the conflict in Ukraine while excelling in academics, sports,…
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The Benefits and Downsides of the New Payton Schedule
Read more: The Benefits and Downsides of the New Payton ScheduleBy Madeleine Spanbauer, News Editor After years of keeping with the same schedule, Walter Payton College Prep teachers and administration decided to make some changes…
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