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Editor Sadie Barash reports on Swim for Kim, an annual fundraiser for breast cancer.
Hello, off-campus

Annette Walker, Sports Editor | November 20, 2024

Throughout October, juniors at Jones have shared mixed opinions about their first-ever taste of off-campus lunch.  “This is the first time we’ve been able to go off campus since starting at Jones,” said Abby Weinraub ‘26. “It’s a really great feeling to finally be able to leave after so long.”  Before off-campus officially began for upperclassmen on September 30, students had...

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Joffrey comes to Jones

Mars Kozubowski, Multimedia Reporter | November 20, 2024

The Joffrey Ballet, an internationally renowned dance company based right here in Chicago, provides many opportunities for young people to learn several styles of dance arts. For the last 10 years, former performer and dance instructor from the Joffrey Ballet, Michael Smith, has been coming to Jones to work with Dance II students to choreograph their piece for the Fall Dance Concert. “Part of...

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First ride with democracy

Kiara Jordan, News Reporter | November 20, 2024

On November 5th, Jones seniors found themselves waiting in the long poll lines to cast their first ever vote in this highly anticipated election.   The thrill of voting for the first time caused many students to prepare ahead of time for the big day. “I felt very excited about being able to vote…I put a lot of work in the preceding months to get a state ID so I can have a form of state...

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Esports excitement

Zain Moustafa, Digital Editor | October 31, 2024

The Jones College Prep Esports team is currently in the height of their competition season, with several of their Varsity teams set to play in competitions across the city. Motivation can  be challenging for some players, but it primarily comes from their passion for the game. "I don’t really follow a specific method to stay motivated and focused; I just play because I genuinely enjoy it,...

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Rocket through regionals

Meghan Zandstra and Brandon Barroso | October 30, 2024

On October 11, 2024, the Jones College Prep Girls Varsity Flag Football team secured the regional championship title at Hope Academy, solidifying their reputation as a powerhouse team.  “This season has been amazing for us,” said player Caroline Friesen ‘27. “We worked so hard to get here, and I’m really proud of what we accomplished together.” Friesen, among others, is a sophomore...

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Another cities

Ignas Petrus, News Reporter | October 21, 2024

On September 26, 2024, the Jones-Payton co-op Boys Golf team competed in the Chicago Public League City Championships against Lane Tech, placing second. This is Boys Golf coach David Gilmer’s tenth year coaching, with the team having a multitude of success during his tenure. “Overall the season was really successful,” said Gilmer. “I’ve been coaching for 10 years. We’ve won five championships...

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A Chromakopia Utopia

Aline Perez-Flores and Barbara Salaam | November 20, 2024

On October 28, 2024, Tyler the Creator released his newest album “Chromakopia.” The release of this album sparked excitement amongst fans. The most recent Tyler the Creator album “Call Me If You Get Lost” was released 3 years ago, and supporters have been extremely eager for a new album ever since.   Tyler the Creator's “St. Chroma,” the first track on the album, is an exciting burst...

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Clairo’s chicago takeover

Aline Perez-Flores, Reporter | October 31, 2024

On October 17, 2024, Clairo lit up the Salt Shed Indoors in Chicago, Illinois as one of the stops on the “Charm” Tour. When Clairo’s tour dates first came out, fans were ecstatic, showcasing her popularity. Tickets quickly sold out - it was a struggle to even buy pre-sale. This tour is particularly special because Clairo recently released a new album, “Charm”, which inspired this tour and...

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Let’s do the Time Warp again!

Mars Kozubowski, Multimedia Reporter | October 30, 2024

Put on your makeup, grab some popcorn, and get ready to celebrate the Halloween season with Richard O’Brien’s cult classic movie The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a 1975 musical comedy/horror film written by Richard O'Brien and directed by Jim Sharman. O’Brien is one of the first openly queer people to produce a movie showcasing their experiences. O’Brien has been...

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