On Friday, Apr. 12, social studies teacher Ryan Maggid clocked out for the weekend, locked the door to room 201, and turned off the lights on a small tank...
In the past few weeks, Jones students have reported that a small, unidentifiable gnome has been running past them quickly, but by the time they try to...
On Mar. 20, the Jones International Connections Club was excited to welcome David Dunford as a guest speaker to their meeting. As a former foreign ambassador...
In a recent move that has raised both eyebrows and cholesterol levels, JCP administration has been giving away free microwavable meals to the student body.
Students are excited but confused about the giveaways; they appreciate the freebies yet unsure what circumstances led Jones to get ahold of such items.
“Don’t get me wrong, I was really excited when I found out there was free mac and...
On Friday, Apr. 12, social studies teacher Ryan Maggid clocked out for the weekend, locked the door to room 201, and turned off the lights on a small tank with four mosquitofish and a smattering of snails.
Two months prior, Maggid had acquired the tank for the room from the Aquarium Club.
“We started setting them up around the beginning of the year, and we weren’t planning to do it so quickly,...
On Mar. 20, the Jones International Connections Club was excited to welcome David Dunford as a guest speaker to their meeting. As a former foreign ambassador and economic officer, the members sought out his expertise to gain an inside perspective on the field of international service work.
“Dunford shared a lot of his experiences about working in the Middle East, as well as some context of the...
Jones student Olivia Pucylowski ‘24 becomes one of five students in Cook County to be nominated for the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards’ nationally-recognized American Voices Award.
The Scholastic Awards aim to celebrate talented, creative young artists who embody originality, skill, and showcase a personal voice or vision in their work. Across the nation, five students from each region...
This spring break, the Jones Spanish Department plans to travel to Spain to gain rich cultural experiences and learn about the country’s vibrant history.
Students and chaperones will be traveling through Seville, Madrid, and Granada for ten days, exploring each city’s rich past, food, and Spanish heritage.
“The trip is more than just teaching a language, it’s about cultural immersion....
It is difficult enough for Jones students to force their bodies awake at an ungodly hour five days a week and drag themselves to the CTA without the added risk of ice covering the pavement. The slippery status of the sidewalks has turned what is already a grueling trek into a fight for your life.
Thankfully, there are easy ways to conquer the ice and make it to school safely.
First, it is important...
The Jones College Prep Varsity boys volleyball team has crafted a stellar start to their 2024 season, coasting towards the playoffs after starting the season with an undefeated 9-0 record.
Varsity Coach Howard Hu is very happy with the success of his team this season.
“I think the boys are doing well,” said Hu. “We are 14 and 3 and our only losses have come against Niles North, Lane Tech,...
On April 10, 2024, Brennen Jones joined teammate Hunter Rauhaus by committing to Beloit College to continue their academic and baseball careers together.
Rauhuas committed first back in the fall, and Jones recently committed to Beloit, joining the baseball roster for the Division III college.
"I couldn't be more thrilled to commit to Beloit College alongside my high school teammate. Having...
This season, the Jones girls water polo team has been crushing it and is closer than ever to making the City Championships for their second consecutive year..
With a successful season so far with multiple wins against high-ranking suburban high schools, the girls water polo team currently stands at twenty to two and is hopeful for the future.
“The season has been great. We have had a really...
The Jones Class of 2024 has experienced many chaotic and unstable events throughout their high school years such as the COVID-19 pandemic, an entirely new administration, and political instability. Our class has faced challenge after challenge and if you ask any senior, this year is nothing like our freshman year, from school policy to social climate to political climate. We were not afforded the privilege...
On Friday Jan. 26, two highschool students from Innovations High School were shot in downtown Chicago, bringing the issue of gun violence to people’s minds once again.
The incident took place at 1 p.m. as the students were exiting the school building. A group of gunmen open fire on multiple students. Two students were killed, 16-year-old Robert Boston and 17-year-old Monterio Williams. They...
The 57th Super Bowl Sunday took place on Feb. 11th, 2024, this event annually brings in millions of viewers. As part of a tradition beginning in 1967, the Super Bowl began featuring musical acts and performances creating The Super Bowl Halftime Show. The event’s halftime show acts as a beacon of entertainment fascinating to non-football fans as well. Let’s take a journey through all of these electrifying...
