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Kerry after being crowned
Latin Sophomore Crowned Miss Windy City’s Teen
March 7, 2025
Senior Aislinn Curry poses in her Valogram outfit.
Love is in the Air: Valograms
February 25, 2025
Model Congress poses for a photo at the Harvard Model Congress Conference in Boston.
Model Congress Travels To Boston
February 21, 2025
Essential Partners coordinators Kimberly Shaw (left) and Cara Cargill (right), initiating the first-day training course for the newly accepted Difficult Dialogues Council members on Feb. 3.
Latin’s New Approach to Conversation: The Difficult Dialogues Council
February 18, 2025
"American Gods," the class's central text.
‘American Gods’ Class Discontinued After Accusations About Neil Gaiman
February 18, 2025
Kerry after being crowned
Latin Sophomore Crowned Miss Windy City’s Teen
March 7, 2025
Nate Weldon swims at Sectionals.
Nate Weldon Sets New School Record
February 26, 2025
Model Congress poses for a photo at the Harvard Model Congress Conference in Boston.
Model Congress Travels To Boston
February 21, 2025
Students listening to Andrea Amico ’99 present during the Life After Latin event.
Alumni Return to Latin to Participate in Life After Latin Event
February 18, 2025
Eliza Lampert '24 holding up two awards, Best News or Feature Story and Best News Commentary, won at Latin's 2022 Forum awards.
Latin Alum Wins National Journalism Award For Forum Piece on Middle East
February 13, 2025
Aviva Siegel speaking just before finding out about the release of her husband, Keith Siegel.
Stories of Survival and Strength From the Israeli Hostages
February 18, 2025
At the 2025 Grammy Awards, musicians dazzled on the stage—and on the red carpet.
Red Carpet, Ranked: Award-Worthy Looks from the 2025 Grammys
February 18, 2025
iPhone mirroring on computer.
Phone Mirroring: The Loophole to Phone Boxes
February 4, 2025
Latin partners with local law enforcement to stay updated on school safety trends.
School Shootings Might Not Just Be Someone Else’s Problem
January 21, 2025
Twelve members of Latin's Math Team practice for a regional competition at 7:15 a.m.
Can We Please Stop With All the Clubs?
January 21, 2025
Letter to the Editors: Viewing Hoda Katebi Through a Different Lens
Letter to the Editors: Viewing Hoda Katebi Through a Different Lens
January 10, 2023
Letter to the Editors: Response to Op-Ed on Hoda Katebi
Letter to the Editors: Response to Op-Ed on Hoda Katebi
January 7, 2023
Letter to the Editors: Our Paper’s Past as a True Forum
Letter to the Editors: Our Paper’s Past as a True Forum
March 1, 2020
Letter from the Editors: 12.4.16
December 4, 2016
Letter to the Editor: Mason Hammond on Ferguson
December 1, 2014
Latin's four properties that were purchased in 2022: 1515, 1511, 1507, and 1505 N. Dearborn Pkwy.
Time is Money: The Fate of Latin’s Dearborn Property Investment Remains Unclear
March 7, 2025
Will and Isabella at Will's graduation from Stanford University.
Will and Isabella’s Journey From Latin’s Hallways to Wedding Vows
March 7, 2025
Actors Mia Wetzler, Noa Stern Frede, Lindsay Chyna, and Simone Arvetis pose for a scene in "Untamed." This is Izzy Schafer's favorite shot of the film.
Izzy Schafer Debuts New Film Project, Titled ‘Untamed’
February 18, 2025
Students sleeping in chemistry class.
Latin Romans Need to Start Prioritizing Sleep
February 18, 2025
Adidas Sambas
Hot Trends at Latin
February 18, 2025
Peter Flosi Pushes New Academic Heights
Peter Flosi Pushes New Academic Heights
March 7, 2025
Freshman Viola Wang is enjoying new classes and a new community in the Upper School.
Viola Wong Looks Forward Through Freshman Year
February 18, 2025
Young Wyatt Parr singing with Uniting Voices.
Wyatt Parr Sings the Praises of Peach Steaz and Prom
February 3, 2025
Senior Medha Sharma talks about favorite seasons and future goals
Paris and Pumpkin Spice: Medha Sharma
January 28, 2025
Freshman Harper Anderson pursues volleyball and theater.
Harper Anderson Talks Transitioning To High School
January 15, 2025
Will and Isabella at Will's graduation from Stanford University.
Will and Isabella’s Journey From Latin’s Hallways to Wedding Vows
March 7, 2025
Ryan Allen '95 and Andrea Allen '99 enjoying their wedding day.
Love and Legacy: How the Allens Found Their Forever at Latin School
February 3, 2025
Andres and Gigi at their wedding.
Latin Love Stories: How Gigi, Andrew Schwertfeger Found Love At Latin
January 24, 2025
Ari and Dani together on vacation.
From Prom Dates to Soulmates: The Love Story of Ari Samo and Dani Steele
January 15, 2025
Cary Malkin '67 and Lisa Malkin '71 at a family wedding in September 2024.
Latin Love Stories: How Cary, Lisa Malkin Found Love After Latin
November 4, 2024
A beautiful swoosh by senior and varsity girls basketball captain Roya Smith.
1,000 Points and Counting: Roya Smith’s Impact on Latin Girls Basketball
March 7, 2025
Balancing academics and athletics remains a central challenge for many students at Latin.
Student-Athlete or Athlete-Student? Latin’s Juggling Act
March 7, 2025
Nate Weldon swims at Sectionals.
Nate Weldon Sets New School Record
February 26, 2025
Sophomore Julian Heller is shocked at the trade news.
Trade Deadline Drama: Major NBA Moves Stir Fan Reactions
February 18, 2025
Varsity Girls Enjoy Big Win at Big Games
Varsity Girls Enjoy Big Win at Big Games
February 3, 2025
Ellie during a varsity girls basketball game in the Latin gym.
Athlete of the Week: Ellie Szczerba
February 3, 2025
Nate Weldon celebrates after a race.
Athlete of the Week: Nate Weldon
January 15, 2025
Greta Temple swims a butterfly race.
Athlete of the Week: Greta Temple
November 18, 2024
Diego Delira, Athlete of the Week, hanging out in a locker bay.
Athlete of the Week: Diego Delira
November 4, 2024
Francesca Mora is only a freshman, but she is already making a name for herself in Latin athletics.
Athlete of the Week: Francesca Mora
October 7, 2024
The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles
Stars and Surprises at the Oscars
March 7, 2025
The Weeknd performing live.
Hurry Up Tomorrow: The Weeknd’s Last Hurrah
March 7, 2025
In "Squid Game," the guards enforce the rules with silent authority, ensuring no one escapes the deadly competition.
Squid Game Returns For Another Round
March 7, 2025
A group of sophomore actors pose for a picture after a performance.
Student Actors Bring Shakespeare’s Wit and Romance to Life in ‘Much Ado About Nothing’
February 18, 2025
Are the Grammy's right?
The 2025 Grammys: What is Going on with the Recording Academy?
February 18, 2025
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Carla McSweeney, Staff Writer

Carla McSweeney (’25) is looking forward to being able to explore and learn about different community members and share their stories while writing for The Forum. Outside of writing for The Forum, Carla plays on the ice hockey team, is a part of different clubs, and enjoys cooking and baking and spending time with friends and family.

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Students in the Curling Project Week group judge the score of a practice end during Wednesday's on-ice practice.

‘Good Curling’ from the Curling in Chicago Project Week

Carla McSweeney, Staff Writer
March 17, 2025
Students listening to Andrea Amico ’99 present during the Life After Latin event.

Alumni Return to Latin to Participate in Life After Latin Event

Carla McSweeney, Staff Writer
February 18, 2025
Lenny Goldman working in the Upper School Office.

Who Leads the Student Leaders? Mr. Goldman’s New Role

Carla McSweeney, Staff Writer
February 18, 2025
Juniors work on cards for a service project.

Upper School Revives Community Service Requirement

Ellen Cassidy and Carla McSweeney
November 4, 2024
Seniors pose for a photo at Senior Sunrise.

Here Comes the Sun, Seniors!

Carla McSweeney, Guest Writer
October 1, 2024
Jahmal Cole speaks in front of Latin student body.

My Block, My Hood, My City founder Jahmal Cole Speaks at Gathering

Carla McSweeney and Abdon Valenciana
September 23, 2024
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