The Eagle's Press

Dear Lindblom Families,

This year, 7th, 8th, and 9th-grade students will be taking the STAR360 Reading and Math diagnostics. The results from these screeners will help teachers tailor instruction to best support your learner. These results will also help identify students who may benefit from additional ELA or Math supports through our school’s MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) intervention program.

STAR360 diagnostics will take place sometime between 8/31/26 and 9/18/26. Decisions about intervention enrollment will be based on STAR360 results, teacher input, and program capacity. If your student is selected to participate in the intervention program, they will receive enhanced ELA and/or Math support during colloquium flex periods and possibly one lunch period a week; they will not be pulled out of their normal class time. Space is limited in the program; if your student is selected to participate, you will receive a follow-up email from either Ms. Bremer (mbremer@cps.edu) or Mr. Raichel (naraichel1@cps.edu).

Thank you,

Mary Bremer

ELA Interventionist mbremer@cps.edu

Nathan Raichel

Math Interventionist naraichel1@cps.edu

Support our AC students as we host a special fundraiser at a Chicago Sky basketball game! Proceeds from ticket sales will support AC events and the 8th grade trip!

Date: Thursday September 17, 2026 @ 7pm

Location: Wintrust Arena 200 E Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616

Here is the link to purchase tickets

A portion of each ticket purchased through this offer goes toward the school’s fundraising efforts Upper Baseline provides $5!

Lower Baseline provides $10!

*Additional service fees will apply

Additional Bonuses to Assist our Fundraiser:

*Sell 100+ tickets to participate in on-court experience

* Sell 250+ tickets to participate in on-court experience and receive a concourse table for the game your group is attending

* Sell 500+ tickets to participate in on-court experience, receive a concourse table for the game your group is attending, and in-game visit from team mascot

* Please include the name of the student you would like to receive credit for the ticket sales.

To help keep hallways clear, maintain security, and avoid disrupting class instruction, students may only report to a teacher’s classroom during lunch with an email pass from that teacher.

The email pass must include:

• Student name

• Date and time

• Lunch period

• Teacher name

• Classroom number

Students must have a screenshot/photo of the email pass to leave the lunchroom. Verbal permission is not enough.

Once students report to the classroom, they must remain there for the entire lunch period. Students may not go back and forth to the lunchroom or walk throughout the building.

Since 2017, the I-NOMA Design Build Program has connected minority high school students with architecture, design, and construction professionals while transforming community spaces.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Design Build Teen Program. Students will work with I-NOMA professionals to design and renovate a youth workshop space at Concordia Place, gaining hands-on experience in design, construction, teamwork, and the architecture process. Learn more by visiting I-NOMA.

If the cost is a barrier to participation, feel free to reach out to Mr. Kent (tkent@cps.edu) and he can get you connected to the scholarship that will cover the cost of the program.

Gabrielle Sellers was working on an art mural with ASM during the summer at Illinois Masonic. Make sure to give her kudos for this amazingly, beautiful mural when you see her.

What a way to kickoff their senior year! Seniors met up at the beach for their Senior Sunrise photo.

Congratulations to Mr. Criswell and his dual-credit law students, who were featured in Education Week for interviewing Illinois state judges during their field trip last spring.

• 9/7: No School - Labor Day
• 9/17: Lindblom AC Outing @ Wintrust Arena
• 9/19: 8th and 12th Grade Photo Day
• 9/25: No School - Staff Professional Development

Lindblom MSA is actively seeking external partnerships to support student programming and colloquium day offerings. If you have connections to alumni groups, corporate sponsors, or philanthropic organizations, please submit this form and let us know. Thank you for standing with our school!

Calling all 7th, 8th, and 9th graders! Are you interested in engineering, programing, AI, art, and world domination? Then join us on Tuesday September 1st for the FTC Robotics Kickoff! Come to room 303 after school from 3:15-4:30. No experience is needed!

Are you interested in playing 7th and 8th Grade Lindblom AC Boys Soccer this fall? Please come to the AC Boys Soccer Player Meeting on Thursday, September 3rd in Room 104 from 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM to learn all about next steps, important information, required paperwork, and rules and responsibilities. Please reach out to Coach Alaves at jfalaves@cps.edu if you have any questions.

Welcome to SY27 Linblom Sports! Put on your school gear and get hyped for our athletes. Let's go!!!

This free, application-based program is designed to introduce high school students to careers in healthcare, deepen their understanding of organ system biology, and build hands-on technical skills essential for working in the medical field. Throughout the five full-day sessions, students will work alongside physicians, current medical students, and other healthcare professionals.

We especially encourage students with an interest in STEM or exploring a career in healthcare to apply.

The Mini Medical School will take place on Saturdays, from October 10th through 31st, 2026, with the case presentation occurring on November 7th, on Midwestern University’s Downers Grove Campus. This is a full-day, in-person program, and we expect all participants to attend each session. A full lunch will be provided for all participating students.

I’ve attached this year’s flyer to this email with more information, as well as the student application. The application is due on Sunday, 9/6/2026, at 11:59 pm.

Honest Game’s school-sponsored webinar series is built to help students and families navigate the path to college sports with confidence. From eligibility to recruiting, each session gives you the clarity and next steps to stay on track.

Log in at app.honestgame.com with your school email to watch past sessions (Resource Hub → Honest Game Educational Webinars) and sign up below for upcoming webinars.

Topics include:

Academic Eligibility 101 | Sept 14, 2026 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Learn how to build a step-by-step plan to meet and maintain the academic eligibility required for college sports. We’ll break down how grades and courses affect recruiting – and how to track your progress with the Honest Game app. REGISTER

Recruiting from A to Z: Your Roadmap to College Sports | Oct 19, 2026 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Learn how to navigate the college sports recruiting process with confidence. We’ll break down the key steps, rules, and roles – plus share tips on how to stand out to coaches, and use Honest Game’s tools to stay ahead of the competition. REGISTER

Navigating Signing Day, Verbal Commitments, and the Academic Planning Process | Nov 16, 2026 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
November is a key time in the college recruiting process. Learn about the changing recruiting landscape, academic eligibility requirements, and tools to help student-athletes stay on track for college and career readiness. REGISTER

Funding Your Future: Financial Aid & Scholarships for Student-Athletes | Dec 14, 2026 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Explore the ins and outs of athletic scholarships, financial aid, and NIL – so you can make confident decisions about paying for college. REGISTER

Building a Smart College List for Student-Athletes | Jan 11, 2027 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Learn how to build a college list that fits your academic, athletic, and financial goals. We’ll go over what to look for in a school and how to choose the best options for your future in college sports, in the classroom, and beyond. REGISTER

How to Register for an NCAA Eligibility Center Account | Feb 8, 2027 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Looking to play college sports at an NCAA school? We’ll walk you through the different NCAA account types and show you how to register, step-by-step. REGISTER

Middle School Game Plan: Laying the Groundwork for Eligibility | Feb 22, 2027 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Starting early matters. Learn how middle school students can make smart academic choices to stay on track for college sports. We’ll cover why grades and classes matter from the start – and how to avoid mistakes that could hurt future opportunities. REGISTER

How the NCAA Settlement & NIL Are Changing College Sports | Mar 8, 2027 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
College sports are changing fast. Learn what new rules like revenue sharing, expanded team rosters, and NIL mean for your future. We’ll break it all down so you know how to stay eligible and make the most of your college opportunities. REGISTER

Making Summer Count: A Student-Athlete’s Guide to Maximizing Summer Recruiting | Apr 19, 2027 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Learn how to use summer camps, showcases, coach outreach, and academic planning to stand out in the recruiting process. REGISTER

Beyond DI: Finding Your Path to College Sports | May 10, 2027 (7 PM CT / 8 PM ET)
Think NCAA DI is the only path to college sports? Think again. More than 460,000 athletes compete in college sports outside of NCAA DI. In this webinar, students and families will learn about NCAA DII, D III, NAIA, and junior college options – and how to find the right college fit. REGISTER

The Work Ready - Wealth Ready™ Fellowship works with youth ages 14-21 and gives them access to four tracks: Entrepreneurship, Trades, Career Readiness, and Financial Education. Through these tracks, we expose them to real opportunities and provide hands-on experiences. We are assisting them in building their foundation for adulthood. So far this year, 55 young people successfully completed our program; each one received a stipend along with either an internship, shadow day or scholarship over the summer.

The fall session is scheduled to begin Saturday, September 26th, and the application is still open. This is 100% free, and acceptance is based on a first-come, first-served basis.

Application: Work Ready • Wealth Ready™ FALL 2026 Participant Intake & Permission Form

Application deadline: Monday, September 7th

Notification date: Monday, September 14

Program Begins: Saturday, September 26th

The University of Illinois College: The Medical District Veterinary Clinic, located at 2242 West Harrison St, Ste 101, Chicago, IL 60612, is the College’s Chicago-based veterinary clinic. Dr. Ana Valbuena and I coordinate the Community Outreach Program out of this clinic and our mission is to provide students with an opportunity to explore career paths within the veterinary field.

We will be hosting our second annual Open House at our small animal veterinary clinic where students will get a behind-the-scenes tour, have an opportunity to practice hands-on veterinary technical skills, and work up a case like a veterinarian. We would love to extend the invitation to any students who are strongly interested in a veterinary medicine career and/or animal/science related field.

The free event will be held at the Medical District Veterinary Clinic, 2242 West Harrison St, Ste 101, Chicago, IL 60612 on Saturday, September 12th from 1:00-3:30PM. Please encourage any interested students to register using this link or the QR code listed below. Students under 18 will need to have their parent/guardian electronically sign the activity waiver included in the registration link. Registration is limited to the first 30 registrants. We hope to see your students there!