The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
CARING COMMUNITIES. Phillip Matsikas (who insisted on being photographed from the back), Loretta Palmer and Michael Moses will retire at the end of the year after decades of facilitating welcoming communities.

Other cherished faces will retire

Victoria Washington, Opinion Editor
May 26, 2023
After 21 years of interactive P.E. teaching, Debbie Ribbens will retire. She plans to continue her active and energetic lifestyle.

Ribbens inspired with energetic teaching

Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, Editor-in-Chief
May 25, 2023
Paul Horton will retire after over two decades of prioritizing authentic learning for his students. During retirement, Mr. Horton plans to explore and continue new interests, and travel more.

Horton plans to continue hobbies, travel

Audrey Park, Editor-in-Chief
May 24, 2023
Since receiving a Lab P.E. teacher position as her first job ever in 1980, Ms. Greene has treasured the opportunity to watch students grow and help them along the way.

Greene cherished kids for 42 years

Mia Lipson, News Editor
May 23, 2023
In his 25 years at Lab, music teacher Brad Brickner has impacted the music curriculum greatly, and touched the lives of many students.

At Lab, Brickner found sanctuary to be authentic

Taariq Ahmed, Digital Editor
May 22, 2023
ANYTHING BUT ROTTEN. For decades, theater teachers and married couple Mrs. and Mr. Ambrosini work together to execute show after show.

Love that Lasts: U-High theater teachers married for over 50 years flawlessly execute show after show

Skye Freeman, Reporter
May 15, 2023
BIG SMILES. Service learning coordinator Katie Clendenning laughs as she talks with Nash McKeague, a sophomore, to answer questions regarding his community service experience in her classroom April 14. She has a calendly page where students can schedule meetings with her easily. “The conversation was very helpful,” Nash said, “and I was able to clarify some things that I needed to know.”

With her love for community service, Katie Clendenning inspires students

Edward Park, Reporter
May 12, 2023
Daniel Bobo-Jones writes with one of his beloved fountain pens. He has a collection of dozens that includes many styles, which showcase his unique personality and nature that allow him to connect with students.

Through authenticity and humor, biology teacher inspires passion among students

Light Dohrn, Reporter
May 9, 2023
Through two English classes, Teddy Stripling has found a way to create a discussion forum for students regarding complex topics in literature and connect with students who dont usually connect.

Teddy Stripling creates forum to facilitate discussions, understanding

Skye Freeman, Reporter
April 14, 2023
English teacher Sari Hernández instructs seniors Kariani Rojas and Juan Chaides during class. Since starting at U-High in 2016, Ms. Hernández has provided a safe space, particularly for Latinx students.

In finding community, English teacher provides comfort for Latinx students

Jaya Alenghat, Reporter
March 24, 2023
The process of negotiating the collective bargaining agreement for faculty has begun.

Faculty Association, administration begin contract negotiation talks

Audrey Park, Managing Editor
February 13, 2023
Jayna Rumble, the U-Highlights adviser, was named one of 2022 Special Recognition Yearbook Adviser by the Journalism Education Association.

U-Highlights adviser receives national recognition

Ainsley Williams, Reporter
January 11, 2023
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