The Eagle's Press

We empower every Eagle to actively engage in their learning through culturally responsive teaching, real-world exploration and problem-solving, and continuous reflection—building agency, achievement, and future-ready skills.

Every Eagle pursues their post-secondary pathway equipped with the content knowledge and skills to excel academically, grow personally, and thrive as engaged citizens in an ever-changing world.

Greetings Lindblom MSA Eagles,

We recognize and deeply appreciate the care, commitment, and high expectations our staff bring to our students each day. Our classrooms are spaces where students are challenged, supported, and empowered to grow. We are excited to celebrate them with a few small tokens of appreciation this week. If you would like to help on any of the dates noted in the image, please contact Mr. Herrera to learn more about how you can help.

As we move into an important stretch of the school year, continued focus and partnership remain essential:

• AP Testing begins this week and continues through Friday, May 15. We are committed to maintaining smooth operations and focused testing environments for all students.

• Senior Decision Day (May 6): We look forward to celebrating our seniors and their postsecondary plans. The link to our live stream will be shared with students and parents.

• Deadlines for senior grades (May 19 at 5:00PM) and grades for 8th graders (May 26 at 5:00PM) support timely graduation decisions and final records. Please make sure students submit any missing work before the deadline.

We also want to thank the staff who supported our recent May Day activities, helping students engage in learning around solidarity and youth voice. We are proud of the meaningful experiences provided to our students.

As always, student safety remains a priority, and we appreciate your continued partnership in reinforcing expectations that support a safe and structured learning environment.

Thank you for your ongoing support of our students and school community.

Together we rise onward and upward,

Principal Banks

~Swoop, swoop!

Lindblom Community,

We kindly ask for your time to share your thoughts about your experience with safety on our campus. This should only take about five minutes, and we're greatly appreciative of your feedback. HERE is the link.

CPS is currently requesting your feedback for district improvements. You can access the survey HERE or you can use the QR codes in the flyer.

Join us in celebrating our Lindblom Choir Students and Seniors as they perform in their Annual Spring Choir Concert on Thursday, May 14th @ 5:30 pm in Keeler Hall. Scan the attached flyer for pre-sale tickets. Please note that tickets can also be purchased at the door for $5 with cash ONLY. Email Mrs Champion @ bahaynes2@cps.edu for any questions. We hope to see you there!

Yearbooks on Sale until June 1st Relive the memories from the 2025-26 school year and buy the Eagle yearbook. Every club, every sport, every event… it’s all here in 250 full-color pages. Click the link HERE to buy yours today. Email Mr. Dudek (stdudek@cps.edu) with any questions.

You are invited to learn more about our students and see their interests in action at our upcoming robotics showcase. The showcase highlights the innovation and collaboration of students, dedicated educators, and community partners who desire to foster safe spaces where students can pursue their interests while developing future-ready mindsets and skills.

Dear 8th Grade Families,

As we approach the end of the school year, we have several exciting events to celebrate! To ensure everyone is informed and prepared, we will be hosting two virtual calls via Google Meet on Monday, May 4th.

Please see the schedule and meeting details below:

1. 8th Grade End-of-Year Events Call

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Topic: We will discuss essential logistics and information regarding the upcoming 8th Grade Graduation and the 8th Grade Luncheon. This session is for all 8th-grade families.

Class Song: This year, the entire 8th-grade class will be performing a class song during the graduation ceremony, with the AC Choir as the lead.

Practice Details: Practices for the class song will be held on Wednesday, May 6th (Colloquium Day) during the afternoon assembly (Decision Day). Students should report directly to the cafeteria at that time. We will also practice on May 13 and May 20th (Colloquium Days).

We will also practice the song during the graduation rehearsal.

Students will receive an email shortly containing the class song and lyrics so they can begin practicing and listening.

2. Class Trip Information Call

Time: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Topic: This separate meeting is specifically for students and parents who are attending the class trip. We will discuss final logistics, schedules, and requirements for the trip to Cedar Point Amusement Park.

Here is the information to join the call

8th Grade End-of-Year Events/Trip Parent Call

Monday, May 4 · 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Time zone: America/Chicago

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/qgd-htzt-yhh

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 484-681-2315‬ PIN: ‪375 493 366‬#

More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/qgd-htzt-yhh?pin=1313655475647

Last week our students engaged in a silent party thanks to Ms. Clemons. It was such a nice event and everyone had such an amazing time.

Congratulations to our Eagles! They looked great, they played great, and they did it all in the name of fun.

Science Olympiad ended our season at the Illinois Individual State Competition. Carlos Martinez and Eric Montelongo competed in Bungee Jump, earning 8th place, Yatzari Correa and Keon Carter competed in Hovercraft, ending up in 7th place, and Brenden Wells and Regan McAlphine earned 6th place in Robot Tour. We are very proud of all of our students who worked so hard to make Science Olympiad successful in its very first year.

Virtual NSLI-Y Fall '26 Application Now Available!

Deadline to Apply: Monday, June 8, 2026, 4 PM US Eastern Time

Virtual NSLI-Y, a program of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, is a beginner-level language and cultural experience for U.S. citizens currently enrolled in U.S.-based high schools. Participants gain critical language, cross-cultural communication, and other practical skills in an interactive online setting.

In Fall 2026 students can apply to learn beginner Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), or Russian. Participants in this merit-based program join virtual classes, led by an experienced teacher, with peers across the U.S. twice a week for ten weeks. Costs are covered by the program.

Virtual NSLI-Y participants who meet eligibility requirements may still apply for NSLI-Y summer and academic year programs abroad.

Participants will engage in...

✨ Interactive instruction from an experienced language teacher

✨ Conversation practice, homework, and language assessments

✨ Cultural and language learning opportunities, featuring multiple guest speakers

✨ Optional community-building or supplemental information sessions https://www.nsliforyouth.org/programs/virtual-nsli-y/

Congratulations to Alexia Banks, Hanna Smith, Leah Harris, Ornella Fambe, Joshua Douglas, and Yatzari Correa! These students definitely amplified their voices and stepped into leadership this past week as they hosted a panel of seniors (Yayra Yametekou, Joshua Scott, Abigail Lagunas, Mya Dunham, Harper McDonald, Mickale Blakely, and Angel Paz-Hernandez). The event was designed to bridge the gap between the junior and senior experience, which was focused on:

• Navigating the college application process.

• Practical tips for balancing academics and extracurriculars.

• Encouragement and "lessons learned" to kickstart a successful senior year.

Congratulations to our 8th grade students whom so bravely presented their projects at the Science Symposium! Their projects were insightful and their presentation skills were impeccable.

Citywide Youth Council Application Open Now! Do you care passionately about issues like education, health, juvenile justice or safety? Do you think young people need a seat at the table when decisions are being made that impact them? Are you interested in meeting other youth who care about their communities? In exploring your own story and leadership style?

Apply now to join a Citywide Youth Council and make your voice heard by working with a team to create and propose solutions for top issues to key decision makers in city government.

Approximately $16.60/hr for 20 hr/week for six weeks between mid-June and early August 2026. Must live in Chicago and be 16 by June 15th, 2026

Tiny URL: https://tinyurl.com/32syfcnp

Applications are rolling, but space is limited.

• 5/6: Decision Day (Live Stream ONLY, unless you have a ticket)
• 5/7: Lindblom Family Night from 4:30 - 7:00 PM
• 5/8: Spring Band Concert (Lindblom - Keeler Hall @ 5:30 pm)
• 5/14: Spring Choir Concert (Lindblom - Keeler @ 5:30 pm)
• 5/15: 8th Grade Trip (Cedar Point)
• 5/16: Senior Prom (Marriott Marquis)
• 5/20: Senior Luncheon (Chateau Del Mar)
• 5/22: Senior Graduation (House of Hope)
• 5/25: No School (Memorial Day)
• 5/27: 8th Grade Luncheon (Navy Pier)
• 5/29: 8th Grade Graduation (Lindblom - Keeler Hall)

Calling ALL Seniors!!!

We're looking forward to capturing your last spirit week of the school year.

Please join us for the Spring Band Concert on Friday, May 8th at 5:30pm. We strongly encourage all guests to pre-order tickets for quicker entry into Keeler Hall, to minimize lines, and to prevent a late start to the concert.

Guests who pre-order tickets will receive an email confirmation, which will serve as your tickets for entry into Keeler Hall. You will not need to sign in at the admissions table if you pre-order tickets. Please make sure that the number of people in your party matches the number of guests in your confirmation email. Guests who do not pre-order tickets will need to pay with cash only and sign in at the admissions table. Again, we encourage all guests to pre-order tickets for easier, quicker entry into the concert hall. The deadline to pre-order tickets is Tuesday, May 5th. Please note that these entrance fees help to fund our band program's repair, supply, and operational needs. Additional donations are always welcome and greatly appreciated; donations can also be made with the Ticket Pre-Order Form and/or at the concert in cash.

On March 17, 2026, over 1300 high school juniors and seniors served in over 1000 precincts throughout the City of Chicago. They were instrumental in having a free and fair election. We are thankful for their civic engagement and their service to our democracy.

Ninety-five (95) student election judges were from Lindblom. Parents, we greatly appreciate your support for our students and the High School Student Election Judge Program.

Join us for a brief Special PAC meeting on Monday, May 4th at 4pm to finalize everything for our Family Night on 5/7. The meeting will be entirely online.

Agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17vIkAMxedE3fRhVNCPvXttjQGdbtblxPB-p4tUeFBV0/edit?usp=sharing

Meet link: meet.google.com/dti-prbb-ths

Lindblom PAC/BAC Family Night -- Thursday, May 7th at 4:30pm

You are officially invited to our Lindblom PAC/BAC Family Night from 4:30-7:00pm on Thursday, May 7th! Join us for an evening of workshops, refreshments, and community.

Here is the schedule for the evening:

Time What 4:30pm-4:50pm Check-in, welcome, and refreshments 5:00pm-5:50pm Choice Session #1 6:00pm-6:50pm Choice Session #2

Sign-up for the evening and pick your choice-sessions using this Google Form

If you have any questions, please let us know. We hope to see you there!

Eighth graders, are you looking forward to Freshmen year? Are you interested in getting to know your new classmates and have a fun summer bonding experience with them? Then you should sign up for High School Connections.

No matter which CPS high school you choose to attend next year, make sure that you sign up for High School Connection using this form. Eighth graders returning to Lindblom should fill out both CPS' form and our school's registration form.

Eagle's Fans, we need YOU!

Come out and support our teams as they begin putting in the hard work of being student athletes. If you're interested in Lindblom gear, visit the main office for purchases.

https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15561

Congratulations to our N16 Chief and Deputy Chief!

We want to congratulate you and your principals for their dedication and work supporting our students with disabilities in new and exciting ways. The schools in this email all had teachers who participated in our Robotics4All / UDL4CS SY26 - 27 cohort. They work as part of a large group of Cluster, Special Education Resource and General Education teachers who use robotics to integrate Computer Science and Computational Thinking, bringing students together in rigorous learning experiences.

Here is a short social media video and some pictures that the CPS communications team shared from our Robotics4All Showcase on Wednesday, April 15th.

Here are the photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/LVuT5sfmUoAPTmrv5

And here is the video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bUjlD380PHG8oT9NAl67PW1Mqs56cNox/view?usp=drive_link

We are happy to share more about the program. Over 800 students, teachers and SECAs from K - 12 attended. They showcased the work they have been doing in class, they did Unified Robotics scrimmages with Special Olympics of Illinois and they engaged with FTC and FRC high school robotics (the competitive high school teams).

Department of Family and Community Engagement (FACE)

Office of Faith Based Initiatives (OFBI)

REMINDERS: Students and families will receive detention notifications by email. Students will serve detention on Tuesday and/or Thursday from 3:15 - 4:15. If you have questions about attendance, feel free to email bdhayes2@cps.edu.