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Are phoneless concerts the future?
Read more: Are phoneless concerts the future?Arts & Entertainment Editor Beatriz Whitford-Rodriguez gives an account in favor of phone-free concerts such as Phoebe Bridgers’ ongoing Lost Tour.
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Dear JB Pritzker: The phone ban will harm our education, not improve it
Read more: Dear JB Pritzker: The phone ban will harm our education, not improve itStaff writer Tamar Darlow argues that Illinois Senate Bill 2427, a school phone ban, will lower Payton students’ academic outcomes.
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WPCP Students and Teachers Weigh in on Illinois’ Proposed Cell Phone Ban
Read more: WPCP Students and Teachers Weigh in on Illinois’ Proposed Cell Phone BanIllinois is currently considering a statewide school cell phone restriction backed by Governor JB Pritzker.
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The Minga misstep: why Payton’s new hall pass system is not the answer
Read more: The Minga misstep: why Payton’s new hall pass system is not the answerPayton’s introduction of the digital hall pass system Minga has been controversial among the student body. Editor-in-Chief Kieran Blake offers his take on Minga and…
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Payton reacts: Minga
Read more: Payton reacts: MingaStudents react to Minga, Payton’s new hall pass system.
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The art of vinyl
Read more: The art of vinylBy Addison Davis, Staff Writer The age of streaming has, in a lot of ways, made our lives more accessible. You can now listen to…
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A new form of news: social media and the 2024 election
Read more: A new form of news: social media and the 2024 electionSocial media boosts political awareness but risks misinformation, algorithmic bias, and oversimplification. Youth can stay informed by verifying sources and engaging with diverse perspectives.
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Meet Ms. Buetow – Payton’s Newest Visual Impairment Teacher
Read more: Meet Ms. Buetow – Payton’s Newest Visual Impairment TeacherBy Cameron Caprio~ Ms. Buetow teaches visually impaired students, helping them use technology and braille. She aims to make students independent and enjoys cooking, gardening,…
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The “Screenager” Epidemic: Rising Technology Use Among Teens
Read more: The “Screenager” Epidemic: Rising Technology Use Among TeensBy Saron Alem~ Teenagers are spending over eight hours a day on screens, leading to harmful effects. COVID-19 and online learning have increased screen time.…
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A Chromebook for Everyone: Payton Goes One-to-One
Read more: A Chromebook for Everyone: Payton Goes One-to-OneBy Allison Cho, Camille Grandjean, and Grace McDermott EDITORS Many students are familiar with the current school laptops: bulky, slow, and constantly low on battery.…
