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Lindblom Math & Science Academy will empower every student to excel academically, grow personally, and thrive as engaged citizens in an ever-changing world.

Dear Eagles,

We are having our Annual Alumni Career Day this Wednesday. Lindblom’s alumni have very rich roots which is shown through their level of commitment to serve. One day down the line, this will be you. So we are asking that you give your undivided attention and ask questions during their time with you.

AP Testing will occur from 5/5 - 5/16. There’s no doubt in our mind that you are ready for this because you have been doing the work that it encompasses. Please utilize this week to soak up all the gems that your teachers have been giving you. Everyone should be in class and focused. This may look like the following:

• Showing up to class on time

• Remaining in class for the full 50 or 100 minutes

• Taking notes and annotating

• Going to the writing center during lunch for tutoring

• Going through feedback and making revisions

• Utilizing the practice materials provided to you through AP Classroom and/or Albert IO

Onward and upward,

~Principal Banks

Swoop, Swoop

Congratulations to Team USA winner, Elise Briscoe! Elise participated and won the World championships on the youth all girl national team representing USA Cheer. She participated in a really cool cultural exchange where she interacted with athletes from Mexico, Korea, Japan, England, Austria, Australia, Barbados,Norway, Finland, Sweden, South Africa and so many more countries! It truly is an amazing experience and we are so proud of her.

Congratulations to Jaylia Harris! Jaylia was selected as a Gates Foundation Scholarship Recipient.

Congratulations to Adama Gueye! She was selected as a recipient for the First Year University Award to study Arabic.

Congratulations to Carter Husbands! Carter Husbands (7th grade student) wrote and produced a short-film, Junk Food Kids 2 (trailer: https://youtu.be/tT8MgucK-1Q?si=971r3S_FdhjBwPWq). His film was accepted into CineYouth, the youth arm of Chicago International Children's Film Festival, for filmmakers 22 years and under.

https://www.chicagofilmfestival.com/film/cineyouth2025-family/

• Virtual festival: April 28 - May 4 Available to stream Mon, April 28 @ 12:00pm CT through Sun, May 4 @ 11:59pm CT for a 48-hour watch window. Use the link above to register for the virtual screening.

Come get a double dose of Visual Art and Dance this Friday at the Spring Into Dance, and Subject To Change showcases. The Subject To Change reception will be in the foyer from 3:30-5:00 followed by the Spring Into Dance concert promptly at 5:30.

The website to purchase yearbooks is: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/LMSA25

Illinois is in the process of passing a bill that would effectively ban cell phones during instructional time (you can read the bill HERE). The bill has passed the State Senate and is currently in the State House Education Policy Committee. The bill does provide exceptions for students who require medical or educational accommodations that specifically require the use of cell phones.

At Lindblom, we are seeking to be proactive around developing a comprehensive cell phone policy that meets the requirements outlined in the bill. We would love your input in the creation of a policy that balances meeting the requirements of the bill, prioritization of student learning, and the needs of our students and families.

Please complete this form to help us craft a policy that works in the Nest! We will use this information -- along with information we have already gathered from staff and students -- to craft a draft policy that we will then share back out for additional rounds of feedback.

Thank you for your participation!

We are calling all juniors and seniors to apply for AGB Foundation Summer Business Internship. In previous years we have had promising young people from your school and would love for you to share this opportunity again.

The AGB Foundation Summer Business Internship is now accepting applications until April 30, 2025! This internship program offers an enriching experience designed to empower students with practical skills, mentorship, and insights into various facets of the business and entrepreneurship world.

Here are some key details about the internship:

• Duration: 6 weeks

• Dates: June 23, 2025 - August 1, 2025

• Times: 9am – 3pm

• Pay rate: $16/hour

• Eligibility: High school junior and senior students passionate about business and eager to learn.

  
  

The AGB Foundation Summer Business Internship provides participants with hands-on projects, mentorship from industry professionals, skill development workshops, networking opportunities, and more. It's an excellent chance for students to gain valuable experience that will benefit them academically and professionally.

Apply here: https://agbfd.org/applications-are-open-in-april-for-our-summer-business-internship/

We look forward to welcoming motivated and talented high school students to our internship program! Here is a recap of 2024: https://youtu.be/nhD368Oar_k?si=uB90S8Mx3uSC9aGs

We are prepared to share our Accelerated Summer Learning courses. If your student is interested, please have them sign-up. Accelerated courses are on a first come-first serve basis and seating is limited. The information provided may be subject to changes, but we will make updates in a timely manner.

Malcolm X College is offering a dual credit Bio 114 course in June. Students will receive 4 college credit hours. This course counts toward CPS's biology course requirements. See Ms. O in 324 (emoshaughnessey@cps.edu) if you have questions.

Click on this link to access the new Google Site that lists opportunities for students in the social sciences. This website will be updated as opportunities (summer programs, internships, and more) become available: https://sites.google.com/cps.edu/lmsastudentoppsinss/home

Science Opportunities for Students

Hey seniors! As the school year wraps up, we want to make sure you know about an important deadline. Thursday, May 1st is the last day to get referred to Hazel Health if you’re graduating.

Why does this matter? If you’re referred by May 1st, you’ll still have time to complete free virtual therapy sessions over the summer—even after graduation! You can join from home on your own device, and appointments are available every day from 7 AM – 7 PM CT.

Check out the flyer below and talk to your counselor/social worker ASAP if you’re interested.

This resource is open to all CPS students, and it’s here to support your mental health—whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, relationships, or just need someone to talk to.

A quick heads up about consent:

If you’re under 18, your parent or guardian needs to sign for you.

If you’re 18 or older, you can sign up on your own! Just connect with a Hazel Referrer (like a counselor or social worker) to get started.

Still in CPS next year? You can still use Hazel over the summer—no deadline for you!

We’re excited to announce that the One Summer Chicago (OSC) application portal is now open at www.onesummerchicago.org!

This year, OSC is offering over 29,000 paid opportunities to youth and young adults ages 14–24 across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. The application deadline is May 30, and we encourage early submissions to maximize the chances of receiving a job offer.

Once submitted, applicants will receive:

• A confirmation email with their application ID number

• Bi-weekly updates including important reminders, interview notifications, and access to helpful resources

Opportunities include:

• Jobs & internships for youth ages 16–24, paying $16.60/hour, with partners such as the Chicago Park District, After School Matters, and Northwestern Hospital

• Chicagobility, a project-based learning experience for youth ages 14–15, featuring field trips, career exploration, and a $480 summer stipend

The 2025 One Summer Chicago program will run from Monday, June 23 to Friday, August 1.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity in your newsletters, emails, and communications. Attached are flyers in both English and Spanish to share with staff, families, and community partners.

If you have any upcoming events where you'd like OSC to table or present, please email Tamika Jones(tamika.rjones@cityofchicago.org) and Eshawn Spencer (eshawn.spencer@cityofchicago.org) to submit your request.

Attention 8th Grade Students and Families: If you have selected JROTC I for next school year here at Lindblom, you must complete the included JROTC Consent Form and submit to Sergeant Lamar at cvlamar@cps.edu by Friday, May 2nd, 2025 at 3:05 PM. Thank you!

Early College Awareness Event

- Date: Saturday, May 3rd

- Time: 12PM - 3PM

- Location: Kent Chemical Laboratory, 1020 E 58th Street, Chicago, IL 60637

- RSVP Link: http://tinyurl.com/ecamay2025

This free event is designed to inspire and inform students and families as they begin thinking about the path to college. Highlights include: Keynote Speaker: Jessica Qaasim, a Harvard alumna and CPS graduate, now Head of Industry at Google College Student Ambassador Panel Financial Aid & Scholarship Info Session (for parents) College Fit Factor Workshop (for students) Complimentary lunch and free parking Friends and families are welcome to attend This event is being hosted by the Harvard Club of Chicago and Harvard Law Society of Illinois in collaboration with UChicago.

• 5/2: Senior Grad Night Trip

• 5/2: Spring Dance Concert

• 5/5 -5/16: AP Exams

• 5/7: Decision Day

• 5/9: Spring Band Concert

• 5/16: Annual Spring Choir Concert

• 5/21: Class Sing/Senior Luncheon

Parents,

This is a friendly reminder that our building hours are from 7:00 am until 5:30 pm. We are noticing that students are wandering the buidling after school hours because they are not in programs. This sometimes leads them into unsupervised areas which is a safety concern. Students should not be in the building after 5:30 pm (with the exception of clubs and sports).

High school cheerleading tryouts will be on Wednesday May 7th AND Monday May 12th. Any student interested in being part of the cheerleading team next year must attend both days.

Calling on you, Parents!

Lindblom's Climate and Culture team is gearing up to create SY26 Whole School Safety Plan, and we're hoping that you can join us. Your involvement would entail weekly meetings for the next 5-6 weeks. If you are interested, please send AP Morales an email.

Please visit our athletics website for information relating to sports.

• We have officially started Spring Sports Season. Please log into your parent Aspen portal to pay the Spring Athletic Fees associated to your student's participation. You may also come into the main office to pay.
• Eagle Support is needed! Our students are looking good and team spirit is ESSENTIAL in keeping the momentum. We'd love to see you at our games friends and families!
• Interested in Lindblom gear? Shop online.

Our week 31 attendance ended with 91.26%. Seniors with under 90% attendance will have mandatory meetings to discuss upcoming participation in senior events. The attendance policy is included here. Feel free to email Mr. Hayes, our attendance coordinator, if there are questions about your attendance, bdhayes2@cps.edu.