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The 2023-24 U-High Midway newspaper/website and the 2024 U-Highlights yearbook each received a top national award. The Midway also received 17 awards in a local contest.

U-High Midway and U-Highlights win top national award; Midway recognized in local contest

U-High Progressives president Lucie Bhatoey-Bertrand addresses the Coalition for Free Speech at Lab as Lab Liberty president Oliver Wilson listens in a March 5 meeting.

Coalition of clubs emphasizes free speech in monthly political discussions

A new full-time U-High administrative position, a dean of student success, has stirred up different reactions from faculty and others.

New administrative position sparks concern

After school on March 3, members of the girls soccer team discovered some of their personal items were missing from the girls locker room.

Personal items discovered missing from girls locker room

Author and poet Clint Smith discusses “Counting Descent," a book of his which students in English 9 read, live on Zoom in the Ken Griffin Auditorium March 5.

After studying ‘Counting Descent,’ students engage with author Clint Smith

At the 2025 Illinois State Bar Association High School Mock Trial Invitational, U-High’s Mock Trial team did not place, though junior Naomi Benton and sophomore Priya Yamada each received best witness awards.

Mock trial team ends season with individual wins at state competition

U-High's varsity and JV Science Olympiad teams placed second at the March 1 College of Lake County regional. They are headed to the state competition at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign on April 12.

Science Olympiad team achieves strong results in regional, heads to state

$The math team placed first in the state for division 3AA in the Regional ICTM Math Competition on Feb. 22 at Concordia University.$

Dominating regional competition, math team places first

The debate team has had exceptional performances at the Golden Desert Debate Tournament at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Feb. 1-3, the Harvard National Speech and Debate Tournament in Cambridge, Massachusetts Feb. 15-17 and the Maine East Regatta in suburban Park Ridge Feb. 7-9.

Debate team performs well at three recent competitions

The Model United Nations team won best small delegation and had a 100% placement rate at the North American Invitational Model UN Conference at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Feb. 13-16.

MUN team earns best small delegation, full placement at Georgetown

Addicted to the Algorithm

Addicted to the Algorithm

10 x 10: Midway 100

10 x 10: Midway 100

Vice presidential candidate and previous educator Tim Walz addresses his supportive crowd at the 2024 DNC.

With former educator Walz on ticket, schools take spotlight

Freedom in the Balance

Freedom in the Balance

Speakers at the DNC addressed the theme of freedom, directing the word's meaning at key political issues in the election.

DNC highlights freedom as key theme

Reporter Carmen Nehme argues that in-person conversations between friends and family are essential towards building interpersonal relationship.

In-person conversations are neccessary for making real connections

Editor-in-Chief Chloë Alexander argues that Lab students must prioritize friendships and true connection as much as they prioritize academic work.

Lab students must prioritize friendships as much as academics

Reporter Karina Hans argues that spreak break should be split into two parts, one in Febuary and one in April.

Split spring break to boost students’ mental health and academic performance

Reporter Maya Gauhar argues that people should research and avoid fast food restaurants with poor working conditions and low wages.

Support fair wages by choosing ethical restaurants

Reporter Laila Valenti argues using a planner helps students stay organized, reducing stress and improving productivity.

Organize your life and reduce stress by using a planner

Founder and owner of a small baking business, Junior Daniel Wu places a batch of his everything cookies, made with mini marshmallows, pretzels, toffee and four kinds of chocolate, into the oven. Despite a stressful high school environment, he and other U-High students have taken their passion for cooking and baking to the next level through social media accounts or small businesses.

Cooking up success: Students turn culinary passion into profit, social media presence

Despite approximately 40 years of experiencing racism while working as an electrician, Lawrence Driskell has persevered in a career where he is still a minority.

Lawrence Driskell: Former electrician perseveres through discrimination

History teacher Holly Johnston talks to three of her students during class. She dedicates her time to creating a welcoming classroom environment where her students can engage in thoughtful dialogue, and she does so through personal conversations, classroom policies and engagement out of the classroom.

Holly Johnston builds meaningful, intentional connections with students

College counselor Patty Kovacs talks to a junior on Jan. 22 about his potential college matches and how his extracurricular activities and interests could affect which colleges are a good fit for him. Along with representing student's ambition, extracurriculars also work to bolster college applications.

Audio: Extracurriculars represent ambition, self-discovery — and pressure

Dressed head to toe in his own merchandise, Quinton McNair, founder and owner of StruggleBeard Bakery, prepares a batch of his lemon cookies. With his background of battling struggles and determination to grow a beard, Mr. McNair started this buisness to give back to his community through sweet treats.

One tough cookie: Founder of local StruggleBeard Bakery overcomes struggles to share sweets

Students practice lifeguarding skills in Sunny Gymnasium as part of a U-High class. U-High students say lifeguarding provides them with work experience and helps build connections with fellow employees.

Lifeguarding provides students with work experience, camaraderie

A second location of 5 Rabanitos, a Mexican restaurant based in the Pilsen neighborhood, is now open at 1301 E. 53rd St..

Pilsen’s 5 Rabanitos restaurant opens second location in Hyde Park

Slice of the City: Pizza in Chicago

Slice of the City: Pizza in Chicago

An attendee drives a Kia car simulation at the 2025 Chicago Auto Show, Feb.8-17. The auto show included other interactive elements for visitors, such as electric test tracks and ride-alongs.

Chicago Auto Show immerses, engages attendees

The "Coco - Robot Food Delivery" app allows users to order robot food deliveries from certain restaurants. These robots are available in the 27th and 34th ward of Chicago and are also in use in Los Angeles.

Coco Robotics pilot program reimagines, optimizes food delivery

“DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” (“I should have taken more photos”), is a Spanish album by Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny released on Jan. 5. The album features 17 tracks, including hits such as “DtMF” and “NUEVAYoL,” all of which cement Bad Bunny’s ability to create yet another stand out and versatile album.

Bad Bunny’s ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’ is a genre-blending ode to Puerto Rico

Sophomore Aiden Yu and other members of the U-High Chamber Collective perform a female-forward pop concert in Gordon Parks Arts Hall on March 5, raising funds for the Chicago Foundation for Women.

Video: U-High Chamber Collective holds female-forward pop fundraiser

In a recurring scene about a student stuck in a time loop, junior Evelyn Halbach, left, relives the same experience of helping senior Taylor Landrey with her homework.

Gallery: Student Experimental Theater

Over the course of this spring break, catch up with your favorite podcasts and audio stories — while also trying out some new ones!

Break-ready, binge-worthy: 5 podcasts to check out this spring break

Junior Liz Longnecker completes a Gelli plate print during Period 3.

Gallery: ArtsFest sparks excitement, expression

Seniors Krish Khanna and Juliana Walker have been selected to be a part of the IHSA Academic All-State Team.

Krish Khanna, Juliana Walker selected for IHSA Academic All-State Team

Senior Alex Giles, a varsity soccer and basketball player, smiles as she works through a resistance band stretch after school in the fitness center. The exercise improves ankle mobility, preventing injuries during sports.

U-High athletes rely on recovery routines for injury prevention, wellness

The dance team ended its competition season at Ottawa High School on Feb. 8 after placing first in both hip-hop and pom but not meeting the point threshold to qualify for the state tournament.

Dance team wrap up: season ends with ArtsFest performance

On Feb. 28, the boys swimming and diving season ended. Senior Sebastian Gans advanced to the IHSA State Swimming and Diving Championship meet at the FCM Aquatics Center in Westmont. Sebastian and other swimmers, Sam Oyler, Simon Gans and Jeffrey Wang broke school records.

Boys swimming and diving wrap up: swimmers set records, Sebastian Gans advances to state

Senior Alex Giles dribbles around her defender from Lindblom High School in Upper Kovler Gymnasium on Feb. 7.

Athletic essentials Q&A: Alex Giles

FLAWED FORMULA. Once a primary tool for diagnosing obesity, BMI is now being challenged for its oversimplified approach to health. The formula was originally created for population studies, not individual health assessments.

Experts question traditional weight classification in diagnosing obesity

CAFETERIA CHANGES. Some students find the cafeteria food meets their needs, while others feel there is room for improvement. In the coming months, HandCut Foods plan to bring more variety and excitement to lunch by adding new options like sushi, omelets and seasonal treats.

What’s on your lunch plate?

SWEATY SERENITY. Besides benefits like increased sweat production, flexibility, and the detoxifying effects, hot yoga brings many other gains including stronger bone density, better skin, and ease of depression.

Students find mindfulness and strength hot yoga and pilates

FOOD FITNESS FOCUS. Rising obesity rates among younger people reveal the important role of an equal balance
of nutrition, exercise and mindful lifestyle. Hidden ingredients, like the fructose found in corn syrup, in a wide range of common foods may be fueling the increase in obesity rates and the downfall of public health.

The real weight of obesity

SLEEP SABOTAGE. Exposure to blue light and media before bedtime can disrupt sleep by interfering with the body's circadian rhythm and reducing the natural buildup of sleep pressure. This makes it harder to fall and stay asleep, leading to increased fatigue during the day.

Better sleep starts with simple changes

Sophomore Aiden Yu and other members of the U-High Chamber Collective perform a female-forward pop concert in Gordon Parks Arts Hall on March 5, raising funds for the Chicago Foundation for Women.

Video: U-High Chamber Collective holds female-forward pop fundraiser

College counselor Patty Kovacs talks to a junior on Jan. 22 about his potential college matches and how his extracurricular activities and interests could affect which colleges are a good fit for him. Along with representing student's ambition, extracurriculars also work to bolster college applications.

Audio: Extracurriculars represent ambition, self-discovery — and pressure

Video: Community says farewell to retiring ‘Ms. Cynthia’ Boykin

Video: Community says farewell to retiring ‘Ms. Cynthia’ Boykin

Video: Sophomores celebrate ‘joy in service’ with dance, activities

Video: Sophomores celebrate ‘joy in service’ with dance, activities

RDFZ’s dance, aerobics, martial arts and boy’s dance teams smile during the last moments of the “Youth of the Lion Dance,” one of the most common Chinese dances. This Lunar New Year’s animal was the snake, a symbol of good luck, rebirth and regality.

Exchange students arrive from China; Lunar New Year performance amazes

In a recurring scene about a student stuck in a time loop, junior Evelyn Halbach, left, relives the same experience of helping senior Taylor Landrey with her homework.

Gallery: Student Experimental Theater

Junior Liz Longnecker completes a Gelli plate print during Period 3.

Gallery: ArtsFest sparks excitement, expression

TRIUMPHANT TACTICS. Surrounded by players, varsity boys basketball coach Andre Battle discusses mid-game adjustments during a game against the Latin School of Chicago in Upper Kovler Gymnasium on Jan. 17. The game ended in a decisive 58-44 victory.

Gallery: Coaching with Care

An attendee drives a Kia car simulation at the 2025 Chicago Auto Show, Feb.8-17. The auto show included other interactive elements for visitors, such as electric test tracks and ride-alongs.

Chicago Auto Show immerses, engages attendees

RDFZ’s dance, aerobics, martial arts and boy’s dance teams smile during the last moments of the “Youth of the Lion Dance,” one of the most common Chinese dances. This Lunar New Year’s animal was the snake, a symbol of good luck, rebirth and regality.

Exchange students arrive from China; Lunar New Year performance amazes

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Founder and owner of a small baking business, Junior Daniel Wu places a batch of his everything cookies, made with mini marshmallows, pretzels, toffee and four kinds of chocolate, into the oven. Despite a stressful high school environment, he and other U-High students have taken their passion for cooking and baking to the next level through social media accounts or small businesses.

Cooking up success: Students turn culinary passion into profit, social media presence

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Junior Daniel Wu stands in his kitchen, listening to the faint hum of the oven. His math binder rests on the counter, tucked away from shiny metal mixing bowls, a small brown...

The 2023-24 U-High Midway newspaper/website and the 2024 U-Highlights yearbook each received a top national award. The Midway also received 17 awards in a local contest.

U-High Midway and U-Highlights win top national award; Midway recognized in local contest

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