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Junior Vivian Lee-Yee and freshman Cecily Daly pour ice water on freshman Vivian Sidrys and sophomore Carla DiSilvestro to raise awareness for the USC MIND Ice Bucket Challenge
Old Challenge, New Focus, Same Bucket
April 18, 2025
The Black Student Union's first meeting of the school year, on Sept. 18.
Latin Advances DEI Efforts Amid a National Rollback
April 15, 2025
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
Junior Vivian Lee-Yee and freshman Cecily Daly pour ice water on freshman Vivian Sidrys and sophomore Carla DiSilvestro to raise awareness for the USC MIND Ice Bucket Challenge
Old Challenge, New Focus, Same Bucket
April 18, 2025
Junior Andrew Legendre delivers a serve.
Boys Volleyball Loses Close Match to Jones College Prep
April 15, 2025
Latin's Signing Day ceremony celebrated the eight seniors who have committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
Latin Student-Athletes Take It to the Next Level
April 15, 2025
After being set the ball, senior Kai Gosebruch prepares to send it over the net.
Romans Face Tough Competition in Boys Volleyball Showdown
April 15, 2025
Kerry after being crowned
Latin Sophomore Crowned Miss Windy City’s Teen
March 7, 2025
Sophomore Carla Di Silvestro looks at her scores for Honors Chemistry.
My Desperate Whine for a ‘9’ on SBG
April 15, 2025
Foxtrot's Fruit Loop Oatmilk Matcha.
What’s the Tea About Matcha?
April 15, 2025
KODAK Digital Still Camera. Yellowstone Valley, Absarokas, Wyoming.
Why the Backcountry Makes the Best Classroom
April 15, 2025
Project Week Gratitude Collage by Ellie Anderson
From Grumbles to Gratitude: The Importance of Appreciating Project Week
April 15, 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
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
A student badges out at one of the scanners in the main lobby.
No Badge, No Mercy: Latin’s Sami System Compared to Other Schools
April 15, 2025
Sammy Rubinov connects with the crowd during Gathering.
Unveiling the Influence of the Communications Prefect: Sammy Rubinov’s Journey to Inspire and Connect
April 15, 2025
Each year, an assortment of classes are started, and others become unavailable for students to take the following year.
New Classes and Dropped Classes
April 15, 2025
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
Nathaneal Negatu loves Latin traditions like Project Week.
Role Models and Future Careers with Nathaneal Negatu
April 15, 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
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
Junior Andrew Legendre delivers a serve.
Boys Volleyball Loses Close Match to Jones College Prep
April 15, 2025
Latin students supporting the boys basketball team at a Latin-Parker game.
To Quit or Not to Quit: The Student-Athlete Problem
April 15, 2025
Latin's Signing Day ceremony celebrated the eight seniors who have committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
Latin Student-Athletes Take It to the Next Level
April 15, 2025
After being set the ball, senior Kai Gosebruch prepares to send it over the net.
Romans Face Tough Competition in Boys Volleyball Showdown
April 15, 2025
The Men's NCAA Final Four will take place on April 5, featuring Duke, Houston, Florida, and Auburn as they compete for the national championship.
A Preview of the NCAA Men’s Final Four
April 4, 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
Students Jacob Hooker (left), Keelyn Smey (middle), and Izzy Schafer (right) performing in "Uncle Vanya."
Behind the Curtain: Student-Run Plays at Latin
April 15, 2025
Drake performing in July 2016.
“$ome $exy $ongs 4 U”: Drake Keeps Taking L’s
April 15, 2025
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
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The Student News Site of the Latin School of Chicago

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Caroline McHugh

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief

Caroline McHugh (‘25) is excited to serve as an Editor-in-Chief this year! She loves writing on issues important to the Latin community—whether that be teacher resignations or a short midterms week. Caroline can’t wait for another year of sharing her journalism passion with readers and writers of The Forum. 

All content by Caroline McHugh
Junior Miles Heltzer hikes among rocks and trees.

Mallorca’s History and Hikes

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief
March 14, 2025
Nate Weldon swims at Sectionals.

Nate Weldon Sets New School Record

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2025
Outside view of the Latin Middle School

Latin Increases Tuition for 2025-26 School Year

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2025
Latin students wear formal attire at Princeton Model Congress.

Model Congress Goes to Princeton

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief
December 3, 2024
Juniors Kelsey Riordan and Izzy Schafer act on stage during the "Mauritius" preview.

Advanced Acting Class Stuns Audiences with ‘Mauritius’

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief
December 3, 2024
The Facilities and Operations bulletin board decorated for Halloween.

Halloween Bulletin Board Features Staff as Characters

Caroline McHugh and Zhuangting He
October 31, 2024
Actors on stage during rehearsal of "Failure: A Love Story."

The Making of ‘Failure,’ Latin’s Fall Play

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief
September 16, 2024
Seniors roast marshmallows on their retreat.

The Senior Overnight Retreat Returns

Caroline McHugh, Editor-in-Chief
September 4, 2024
Cynthia Gradek, Latin's Performing Arts Chair and Director of Instrumental Music, recently joined St. Rita's Hall of Fame.

Give a Drum Roll for Cynthia Gradek!

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
June 4, 2024
Varsity Boys Basketball Coach Aubrey DeNard post game.

DeNard Resigns as Coach After Leading Latin Basketball to Historic Success

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
May 1, 2024
Students and chaperones gather for a Project Week group picture.

Building Memories on Project Week

Sofia Grimm and Caroline McHugh
April 3, 2024
A national shortage of ADHD medications is affecting Latin students.

Latin School Students Face Challenges Amid ADHD Medication Shortage

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
March 4, 2024
Devin with his self-portrait

Junior Kindergarteners Show Off Art Exhibit

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
February 29, 2024
Two Upper School faculty members announced their mid-year departure when students returned from break.

Unexpected Faculty Departures Shake Up School Semester

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
January 16, 2024
Junior Zoe Cartwright hard at work before Latin's midterm exams.

Give Me Back My Two Days Of Midterms!

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
December 15, 2023
Juniors Aislinn Curry, Lia Ruiz, and Scarlett Lipe doing math homework.

Latin Lifers Put Their Feet on the Gas for Accelerated Math Courses

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
December 1, 2023
School Year Abroad students in Taormina, Sicily

Pasta and No Parents: Keya Dutt Recounts Her Year Abroad in Italy

Caroline McHugh, Opinions Editor
October 16, 2023
11th and 12th grade Dean of Students, Amy Merrell

Ms. Merrell Takes on 11th / 12th Grade Deanship

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
Sophomore Kate Weiskirch using her phone to buy a tea at Potash.

Think Before You Tap!

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
May 16, 2023
Director Bri Nourie takes a picture of her actors in the play Virtual Congress.

Last Looks on the Student-Run Plays

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
April 19, 2023
Latin recently hosted a blood drive through Vitalant, a company dedicated to providing more equitable donation opportunities.

Blood Drive Participants Encourage Eligible Community Members to Contribute

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
March 8, 2023
Will TikTok Be Banned?

Will TikTok Be Banned?

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
February 16, 2023
Students from Madrid and their hosts outside the United Center before a Bulls game.

Exchanges are Back: Latin Hosts Students From Madrid

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
December 16, 2022
Elon Musk's Twitter Homepage

Elon Musk Takes Over Twitter, Latin Reacts

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
November 16, 2022
The lunch line in Latin's Upper School

The Magic That is HandCut Foods

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
November 1, 2022
Sophomore Avani Shah takes a BeReal.

Latin, It’s Time to BeReal!

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
October 18, 2022
The sign indicates the locked fourth-floor door, preventing students from entering the quiet study space.

Latin Closes Doors for Students

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
September 15, 2022
Latin Lower School Students learning with masks on

Mask Mandate Returns for Lower and Middle Schools

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
May 2, 2022
The Wordle Hurdle

The Wordle Hurdle

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
March 1, 2022
Album cover image of Red (Taylor's Version)

Taylor Swift Re-Records ‘Red’ Album

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
November 15, 2021
Spirited spectators at Latin's homecoming soccer and field hockey games

The Homecoming Hammering: Another Day, Another Victory

Caroline McHugh, Staff Writer
October 15, 2021
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