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The student news site of Jones College Prep High School

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The student news site of Jones College Prep High School

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Fish studies

Isabella Guzman '25, Section Editor | March 22, 2024

During the second semester, the Aquarium Club installed fish tanks on the second floor of the north building with the help of social studies teachers to continue bringing marine life into classrooms. The fish have added life and discussions to the classrooms.  “It is nice to have almost like a life source in the room. It provides a calming energy. It is nice to look at and provides an interesting...

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More than a game

Emmanuel Ofosuhene '24, Reporter | March 12, 2024

In recent times, esports has risen in popularity among many young students at Jones, becoming a widely growing after-school club and aclab social hub. “Esports is electronic sports, which is video games and anything that has to do with that,” said Ivan Hernandez ‘24, the Jones Esports Publicity Officer.  Similar to any other physical sport, esports is an activity that calls for attention...

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Championing chess at Jones

Noah Barbas '24, Editor-in-Chief Web/Print | February 29, 2024

From Feb. 9-10, the Jones chess team competed in the state finals of the IHSA chess competition in Peoria, IL, where they ranked 70th out of 128 teams. The weeks leading up to the finals included training and preparations for qualifying tournaments. “The buildup was that we played in a sectional tournament,” said David Franklin, a parent volunteer chess coach. “It’s sort of like a Chicago-and-its-suburbs...

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¡Bienvenidos!

Harper Rzepczynski '25, Assistant Online Editor | March 22, 2024

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....

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Ice advice

Eliza Beresh '25 and Harper Rzepczynski '25 | February 1, 2024

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...

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1/30 walkout photos

January 31, 2024

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Go Team! Go!

Mariyah Bell '24, Reporter | March 12, 2024

On Feb. 10th, the Boys swim team took a big win home with the CPL City Championships. Swimmers expressed excitement about the win and expectations of State Playoffs this weekend. Star swimmer Rayburn Kohl ‘25 who’s been a part of the team for 3 years speaks on winning cities and with the hope of doing the same for state as he is making and breaking records along the way. “We started off...

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Just keep dancing!

Veronika Bandura '26, Reporter | March 12, 2024

The Jones dance team has shown a lot of success this year, emerging as the highest-ranked CPS dance team in competition, and went to nationals on Feb 9. At nationals, the dance team had the opportunity to expose their talent to other schools participating. “Nationals are important because we want to showcase our talent and routine on a higher level and bigger stage,” said coach Jazmyne Davis. The...

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Championing chess at Jones

Noah Barbas '24, Editor-in-Chief Web/Print | February 29, 2024

From Feb. 9-10, the Jones chess team competed in the state finals of the IHSA chess competition in Peoria, IL, where they ranked 70th out of 128 teams. The weeks leading up to the finals included training and preparations for qualifying tournaments. “The buildup was that we played in a sectional tournament,” said David Franklin, a parent volunteer chess coach. “It’s sort of like a Chicago-and-its-suburbs...

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Reilly Martin '25, Reporter | March 12, 2024

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...

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Yarah Cornejo-Jimenez '25, Reporter | March 12, 2024

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...

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Dear class of ‘24

Isabella Guzman '25, Section Editor | February 27, 2024

Dear seniors,  First of all, I would like to acknowledge how proud we all are of you guys. We have had front-row seats to the stress of college applications, the relief of getting into a college, and the heartbreak of being rejected from your dream school. Your hard work is finally paying off and we could not be happier for you. However, just a quick question, what are we supposed to do without...

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