Seniors prepare to go to polls, eager to represent youth vote

Lab must use its curriculum to counteract its systemic racism

U-High has implemented a new remote learning schedule this year that consists of two hour long periods of each class per week. Although this may be the most consistent possible, many students and teachers are still unable to maintain a consistent sleep schedule and feel increased fatigue due to longer Zoom classes. With emails and Zoom meetings, every task feels as though it takes an extra step to complete. During the increased stress of a pandemic, it is vitally important to focus on what you can control: your sleep habits, University of Chicago Behavioral Sleep Dr. Lisa Medalie says.

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While many restaurants only sat customers outside during the summer, colder temperatures begin to pose problems for Chicago’s dining scene. As the city heads into winter, COVID-19 cases are predicted to rise. Even if the ban on indoor dining was lifted, U-High students believe it is too unsafe during the pandemic and people should consider other options before dining inside.

Winter Dining

The Black Students’ Association has been working since September to organize the assembly. The BSA determined the theme, planned the different components and chose and connected with a speaker, keeping in mind the challenges due to the virtual setting of the assembly.

MLK assembly pt 1

Through the thoughtfulness and effort of the Black Students’ Association, this year’s MLK assembly provided a timely reminder to the Lab community about the importance of speaking up genuinely and working to create change.

MLK assembly pt 2

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