The Eagle's Press

Greetings Lindblom MSA Eagles,

Thank you to the students, families, community partners, and alumni who participated in our fireside chat with representatives from the University of Illinois System. We are honored to be the first high school stop on this year’s University of Illinois System Listening Tour and featured in the Chicago Tribune.

The Listening Tour reflects an important question we ask ourselves at Lindblom: How do we continue to get better at supporting our students and one another? The University of Illinois System is listening to students and communities to strengthen the value and support it provides. Our students asked thoughtful questions about belonging, internships, externships, and opportunities to make an impact. Their questions reflected what they value about Lindblom and their expectation that their postsecondary experiences will continue preparing them to thrive and excel.

That spirit of listening, learning, and improving also shows up in the ways our Eagles engage beyond our campus. Through partnerships with Earl STEM Elementary School, Randolph Elementary School, Imagine Englewood If, the 16th Ward Alderman’s Office, Residents of Greater Englewood (R.A.G.E.), and others, our students continue making an impact in our community.

Our fall Pep Rally was as energetic and lively as ever as we celebrated students involved in sports, clubs, dance, choir, and drum line. Pep Rally Takeover Ambassadors Kailyn Brown & Marianna Haynes were recognized for their leadership in coordinating and hosting the Tip Fest this summer through their PRTO internship. Shout out to AD Vic, AP Morales, our coaches, sponsors, and parent volunteers for a great event!

Together, we strive for excellence,

Principal Banks

~Swoop, swoop

Engage in a discussion with our attendance staff, Mr. Catlett mecatlett@cps.edu, or Ms. Williams, sdwilliams1@cps.edu if you have questions about your student's attendance.

In honor of Latino Heritage Month, EVERYONE is invited to join in our Lindblom Latino Culture Spirit Week this Monday, 9-28 - Friday 10/2!!!

Next Monday after school, join Lindblom's very own Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Jr Chapter (SHPE) in celebrating our first meeting of the school year! Drop by to learn what our mission is as well as an introduction to SHPE! Not only is SHPE a great way to begin your path as an engineer but it'll allow you to grow your own network and even make new friends! Snacks and drinks will be provided. ALL are always welcome to join our familia!!

- When: Monday, September 28th

- Time: 3:30 - 5:00pm

- Where: In Room 308

Stay tuned for future events and field trips!!

Interested in Taking the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam?

Are you fluent in Spanish? Would you like to take the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam in May and potentially earn college credit?

If so, sign up here.

Once there, enter the following section join code: 72L6DE

The exam is free for students who qualify for free and reduced lunch. Otherwise, the exam is $99 which must be paid via Aspen before May 1st.

If you have any questions, please reach out to AP Meadows at mmeadows@cps.edu.

Are you taking an AP Class? If so, you now have access to BigFuture School and Connections where you can connect the learning and preparation from your AP courses to career and college options. See more information about BigFuture School and Connections along with access instructions here.

Shout-out to Eric Johnson for his service to leadership. Eric was caught this weekend engaging in a 5K walk for St. Jude to fight childhood cancer.

Shout-out to our hosts, Marianna and Kailyn, along with the team from Pep Rally Take Over (PRTO) for a fun and engaged Fall Pep Rally.

The Lindblom varsity FIRST Robotics Competition team volunteered at Maxwell Street Community Garden this weekend. They learned about how to care for the garden, pulled weeds, and picked produce for distribution to the community.

• 9/30: Fall PreACT (Juniors)
• 9/30: Senior Town Hall
• 10/2: LMSA Annual College Fair @Lindblom 3 - 5:30 PM
• 10/7: HSAT (AC8)
• 10/8: Fall Band Concert
• 10/9: HS Homecoming Dance
• 10/10: AC Homecoming Dance
• 10/12: No School - Indigenous People's Day
• 10/21: Picture Day for 7th, 9th, 10th and 11th

Back to School Night Canceled

In collaboration with our PAC, our Back to School Night is being canceled and reimagined for future years. Stay tuned for more details!

The senior parent meeting will still occur as scheduled.

Dear Lindblom Students and Families,

You're invited to the Lindblom Math & Science Academy College Fair! Whether you're just starting your college search or preparing your application list, this is the perfect opportunity to meet face-to-face with representatives and plan your future.

Over 70 colleges and universities are confirmed to attend, including UIUC, UIC, University of Michigan, Stanford, Spelman College, North Carolina A&T, Illinois State, NIU, City Colleges of Chicago, and many more!

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, October 2, 2026

• Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

• Location: Maroon and Gold Gym

Important Reminders:

• Pre-registration: Attendees must register using the QR code on the attached flyer. Once registered, students will receive a unique Strivescan QR code, which they will show to representatives. This QR code will share your contact information with the reps, instead of filling out 70+ information cards.

• Student Requirement: Students must bring their Student ID to enter.

Get answers to your questions about applications, scholarships, and campus life. We look forward to seeing you there!

Stop by the cafeteria during your lunch period on Wednesday, September 30! The Chicago Board of Elections and the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights will be on-site to help you register to vote, answer election questions, and test out a real voting machine with a sample ballot.

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

We are excited to announce Lindblom’s Academic Center Homecoming Ball, which will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the Maroon Gym at Lindblom Math and Science Academy (6130 S. Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60636).

This year’s theme is ✨Once Upon a Time✨.

The dress code for the dance is semi-formal. Themed dress is encouraged but not required, so feel free to wear standard semi-formal attire or get creative with elevated storybook outfits such as princesses, knights, kings, queens, fairies, princes, jesters, or medieval outlaws! Please see the inspo pics below.

No masks or elaborate face paint; students must be easy to identify. Also, props are not allowed.

Tickets must be purchased online through Aspen only; no cash or checks will be accepted. To request that tickets be added to your child’s student account, please submit the request form. Each student is limited to purchasing two tickets. Tickets cost $25 each.

AC students may bring ONE non-Lindblom student guest. The guest must be a current 7th- or 8th-grade student at their home school, and both a paper guest form and a digital guest form must be completed and on file by Friday, October 2, 2026, at 3:05 PM.

To attend the dance, all Lindblom students must meet the following eligibility requirements as of October 2, 2026:

Maintain at least 90% attendance Pass all classes Have no Level 4, 5, or 6 behavior infractions Have no pending detentions Additionally, all Lindblom students must present their SY 26–27 school ID upon arrival to enter the dance!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Dean Taylor ajtaylor20@cps.edu.

If you are a parent or caretaker interested in volunteering for the dance, please reach out to AP Luke at ndluke@cps.edu.

Kudos to Major Stallings and her leadership team for hosting the United States Military Academy at West Point! West Point held an admissions briefing at Lindblom for cadets from Lindblom and Foreman High School.

Julie Simms Holder, Class of 1988, is a cybersecurity and technology risk professional with more than 20 years of experience spanning the legal, financial, and higher education sectors. She currently works for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and serves as a lecturer with City Colleges of Chicago, where she helps prepare the next generation of technology professionals. A lifelong learner, Julie recently completed her MS in Cybersecurity at DePaul University, her second master’s degree from DePaul, following her MS in Data Science in 2020.

Beyond her professional work, Julie is passionate about technology education, community service, and giving back. A longtime President of the Lindblom Alumni Association, she is committed to building an organization whose impact is felt by Lindblom’s students, faculty, alumni, and surrounding community. Her vision centers on cultivating new leadership within the Association that will work with the school to foster greater alumni engagement.

As proud Lindblom Eagle, Julie is currently helping the Class of 1988 prepare for their 40th reunion.