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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,

This weekend we had the distinct pleasure of witnessing a truly remarkable event: our JROTC Military Ball. It was a night of elegance, pride, and heartfelt celebration. Seeing our cadets, their families, and our dedicated instructors come together was a powerful reminder of the strength and unity within our school community. The ball celebrated the achievements of our cadets while highlighting the incredible perseverance of our JROTC students, their dedication to acquiring valuable early college and career credits, and the unwavering commitment of our JROTC instructors. This event served as a beautiful testament to the power of family and community engagement, and I am immensely proud of all who participated.

However, as I reflect on the positive aspects of our school community, I must also address some serious concerns. Recent incidents of disruptive behavior, horseplaying, harassment, fighting, and other acts of misconduct within our school building are unacceptable. These behaviors not only disrupt the learning environment but also compromise the safety and well-being of our entire student body. Let me be unequivocally clear: these actions will not be tolerated. Thus, I encourage parents to partner with us in our efforts to remind students to conduct themselves appropriately - with decency and self-respect. While we believe in a restorative approach to discipline, continued misconduct will be met with consequences.

Specifically, I want to address the upcoming spring pep rally, an event that promises to be a highlight of our school year. We have secured DJ Hot Rod and are working to confirm 1-2 special guests from the music industry to provide another unforgettable experience. However, the privilege of participating in this event is contingent upon responsible behavior. Any student involved in persistent acts of misconduct will be excluded from the spring pep rally. This is not a threat; it is a promise. We are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all Eagles. We believe in providing opportunities for celebration and enjoyment, but these opportunities must be earned through responsible conduct.

I expect our Eagles to lead by example, demonstrating integrity and respect in all actions. I urge each of you to reflect on your behavior and make a conscious effort to uphold our Belief pillars. We are a strong community. Let us demonstrate that strength through positive actions and unwavering commitment to our shared beliefs.

Onward and upward,

~Principal Banks

Swoop, Swoop

Congratulations to AC Boys Basketball! They are Network 11 Champions!!!

Congratulations to Lindblom's National Honor Society Inductees! The NHS Induction ceremony took place on 3/7 and students, along with their families, elegantly participated.

Kudos to Lindblom's Teaching Apprentice, also know as LTA's! With the guidance of their teacher, Ms. Evans, our LTA's conducted professional interviews with rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders who are interested in becoming LTA's.

Congratulations to all 10 Lindblom choir students who participated in the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Festival yesterday at Bloom Trail High School! Scores were given to all students as a Division, I, II, III, IV, or V (I is the highest, and V is the lowest). In total, we had 7 Division I ratings, 1 Division II rating, and 1 Division III rating. Please congratulate the following students: Mikaela Young (Solo), Myah Morris (Solo), Elisa Purnell (Solo), Ian King and Mariah Veal (Ensemble), Lauren Roberson (Solo), Kanyn Wilks (Solo), Yazmere Bose (Solo), Caleb Edwards (Solo) and Autumn Carson (Solo).

Shout-out to our drama, choir, and band students! Their rendition of Mean Girls Spring Musical was so good!

Class of 2027 and Parents:

We are excited to announce that the LMSA Counseling Department is offering College Day trips for the Class of 2027 on Tuesday, April 8th. While this is a non-attendance day for sophomores, we have arranged visits to five different college campuses to provide valuable exposure and help students explore their post-secondary options.

Colleges We Will Visit:

• Chicago State University
• Concordia University Chicago
• Governors State University
• University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) – College of Engineering
• University of St. Francis

Each trip has a 40-student limit and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost is $10 per student (cash only). Please note that payments are non-refundable if a student misses the trip.

How to Sign Up:

To apply, scan the QR codes below for access to the application and permission slip. Printed copies are also available in the Counseling Suite.

Parent Chaperones Needed!

To ensure the success of these trips, we need 15 parent chaperones. If a parent is interested in volunteering, please have them email Ms. Salazar at jlsalazar7@cps.edu. As a chaperone, you will help supervise students during the trip and provide support as they engage with college representatives. Transportation and lunch will be provided for all chaperones.

If you are available and willing to assist, please respond by Wednesday, March 19, 2025, with your name, contact information, and preferred school (if any). We truly appreciate your support in making this experience meaningful for our students!

In addition, if you have not already done for the 2024-2025 Academic year, please complete the following two forms; once you have completed both forms, please email me using my provided email above.

1. CPS Volunteer Form, select level 2 volunteer and select Lindblom as the site.

2. Lindblom Volunteer Form: you will have to upload a copy of your ID here

Thank you for your support! We look forward to providing our students with this valuable college exploration experience.

Student Opportunity:
About the Laborer Trainee Program

Summer paid opportunity in the Laborer Trainee Program with the Laborers' Union and the City of Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation. This is a summer training opportunity that will prepare you for full-time employment opportunities in the skilled trades.

Who is eligible to apply for this summer opportunity?

• Be a CPS graduating senior in class of 2025
• Be able to start on June 16, 2025
• Be an Illinois resident who is 17 and a half or older
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Have a flexible schedule and be able to report to work at 7:00 AM on most days
• Have a valid driver’s license or state identification
• Have the ability to travel during the first 2 weeks (June 16 - 27) to 5700 W Homer Street, Chicago, IL 60639. After June 27th, the reporting location will be determined based on your summer address

Interested in learning more?

Complete this interest form for more information and plan to attend a virtual and/or in-person information session. Soon after you submit the interest form, you will receive a confirmation email with the virtual and in-person details.

Proven Success:
The program's success last year was 70 students hired for summer jobs and 58 hired as full-time employees.

The VALOR JROTC program is a highly competitive, paid, six-week summer internship opportunity for Illinois JROTC cadets—high school juniors, seniors, and recent graduates. Interns provide routine hands-on support with a specific experiment or project area. Tasks are accomplished under the direct supervision of a Fermilab employee and in cooperation with project teams, scientists, engineers, and support personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures.

For more details and to apply, please use the following link:

VALOR JROTC Program:

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Anahi Ruiz Beltran (anahirb@fnal.gov).

Science Opportunities for Students

Multilingual-Multicultural Education - OMME was able to procure the STARTALK 2025 grant, which will allow us to fund a fully immersive (and fun) Chinese Language Summer Program for high school students enrolled in Chinese Level I or II. Besides language instruction, the students will participate in daily cultural activities (e.g., Tai-Chi; Ribbon Dance, Calligraphy, etc.) and a field trip.

Participants will attend classes taught by expert CPS teachers Monday-Friday 9:00 AM –12:00 PM, from June 25 to July 14, 2025, at Walter Payton College Prep located at 1034 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL, 60610.
The online application (see link here) will open starting February 10th. Applications are due on April 1, 2025 by 4:30 PM. Students will receive notice of acceptance by April 24, 2025.

7th Grade Attendance increased by 0.14%

8th Grade Attendance decreased by 0.03%

9th Grade Attendance increased by 0.04%

10th Grade Attendance increased by 0.0%

Grades 8 and 10 have been eliminated from the competition. Let's go Team 7 and Team 9! Tell your friends to come to school and go to each class on time!

• 3/19: ALL Ball Event in Keeler
• 3/24 - 3/31: No School (Spring Break)

• 4/1: No School (Parent-Teacher Conferences)

• 4/8: ACT (SEE our blurb below about attendees)

• 4/10: Pre-ACT (SEE our blurb below about attendees)

• 4/18: No School (Professional Development)

On Tuesday, April 8th, 2025, the ACT will be administered to 11th-grade students, as well as to 12th-grade students who have not met the state-mandated exam requirement.

On Thursday, April 10th, 2025, the PreACT will be administered to 9th and 10th-grade students.

The District will designate April 8th as a non-attendance day for 9th, 10th, and 12th-grade students and April 10th as a non-attendance day for 11th and 12th-grade students.

Last week some of our Eagles participated in a TV Show. Here is the episode of In The Money with the Lindblom Eagles: https://youtu.be/ge2gAm3Fs8M

The Chicago Architecture Center's Teen Fellows program is open for enrollment! Our Teen Fellows program gives selected Chicago sophomores, juniors and seniors the chance to explore architecture and design careers, earn college credit and work alongside industry professionals. This year long program is free of cost and we encourage students interested in architecture to apply!

For more information please visit our website: https://www.architecture.org/events-programs/teen-fellows. Applications are due March 31st. We'd love for interested students to apply and have the opportunity to join our program.

Attention 8th-grade families! As we approach the end of the year, please take note of these important updates for our 8th-grade events:

📌 8th Grade Trip -- Final 8th grade trip balance is due by April 7, 2025.

💰 Fundraising Opportunity – Interested in fundraising for the 8th-grade trip? You can set up a Snap! Raise campaign to help offset costs. Get started with the directions in the attached flyer! We’ve currently raised $746 for students to attend the trip! A detailed breakdown of all fees and deposits can be found in the letter attached below. Please review carefully and reach out with any questions.

🍽️ Luncheon Deposit – A $30 deposit is due by April 1, 2025.

🎓 Graduation Fee Deposit – A $45 deposit is due by March 31, 2025. Graduation fee includes: Cap and Gown, lawn sign, class shirt, and diploma cover.

A detailed breakdown of all fees and deposits can be found here. Please review carefully and reach out with any questions. Let’s make this a memorable finish for our 8th graders! 🎉

Please visit our athletics website for information relating to sports.

• We have official 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 25 attendance ended with 91.33%. Tell a friend, to tell another friend, "Come to school and go to every class on time! " 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.