Spotlight

Student of the week 2: Anna Yamamoto

Since the beginning of the year, students have recognized teachers who’ve made a real impact in their lives. Now, teachers have also nominated hardworking and enthusiastic students who create a positive atmosphere in class....

The new SAT improves testing standards

Our generation has become accustomed to seemingly endless amounts of standardized tests. With colleges increasingly relying on these tests, students are often the ones paying the price, sometimes spending hundreds of dollars on tutoring...

Teacher of the Week 7: Fatima Candia

Teachers are real life superheroes. Every day, CHS teachers touch the lives of thousands of students, and their work extends beyond the boundaries of the classroom. To show appreciation for these teachers, the Crier...

A look into Coach Modelski’s 30 years

Quick facts : High school: Amundsen High school (in Chicago) High school mascot: Vikings College: North Park college in Chicago (now called North Park University) College Mascot: Vikings Sports played: Wrestled in high school,...

Moana provides fun glimpse into Polynesian culture

It’s boring to stay in one place your whole life. Even if you live somewhere beautiful, it’s still natural to yearn to explore beyond your home and make a new life for yourself. This...

Teacher of the week 6: Amar Patel

Teachers are real life superheroes. Every day, CHS teachers touch the lives of thousands of students, and their work extends beyond the boundaries of the classroom. To show appreciation for these teachers, the Crier...