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History teacher Milena Sjekloca's sophomore advisory works with fifth graders to decorate snack bags.
Building Bonds: Sophomores and Fifth Graders Pack Snacks for AYS
November 10, 2024
History teacher Matt June offers post-election support to students during class.
Navigating Emotions: Latin Teachers Help Students Process Election Results
November 7, 2024
Abdon goes through the voting process for the first time at a senior home turned into election polling place.
First-Time Voters Visit the Polls
November 7, 2024
Brian Hopkins speaks at an event about public safety.
Johnson Vetoes Renewal of Chicago’s ShotSpotter Contract, Sparks Controversy
November 7, 2024
Juniors Isabella Hudson and Roxie Lara hold up a phone while on TikTok.
Scrolling to Success or Stress? Restrictions On Social Media Spark Crucial Discussion Among Latin Community
November 4, 2024
Senior Emma Dumas prepares for a bump.
Close Battle Ends Girls Volleyball’s Stellar Season
November 12, 2024
History teacher Milena Sjekloca's sophomore advisory works with fifth graders to decorate snack bags.
Building Bonds: Sophomores and Fifth Graders Pack Snacks for AYS
November 10, 2024
History teacher Matt June offers post-election support to students during class.
Navigating Emotions: Latin Teachers Help Students Process Election Results
November 7, 2024
Abdon goes through the voting process for the first time at a senior home turned into election polling place.
First-Time Voters Visit the Polls
November 7, 2024
Latin School’s Mock Election Results
Latin School’s Mock Election Results
November 4, 2024
Gaza solidarity encampment on Princeton's campus
Why I’m Scared to be a Jewish Person on a College Campus
May 15, 2024
The Project Week selection process is a mystery to many Latin students. And does it work?
P-Week: The Ups and Downs of Projects and Placement
May 15, 2024
With Prom right around the corner, students have begun to shop for dresses, raising questions about what constitutes a Prom dress.
Easter Prom Dresses vs. Traditional Prom Dresses: What’s the Difference?
May 1, 2024
Ranch: an underrated, under-appreciated, under-used condiment.
All About the Sauce
February 15, 2024
Senior Reeise Remmer gets creative while procrastinating.
The Art of Procrastination: Embracing the Creative Power of Delay
February 1, 2024
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
Many of Latin's clubs, including Math Team, Scholastic Bowl, Model United Nations, Chess Team, Yearbook, ECCO, and The Forum, have designated budgets
Club Funding Commands Meticulous Organization
November 4, 2024
Seniors Miles Daly and Nico Thom engage in a game of Magic: the Gathering.
Magic: The Gathering Casts a Spell Over Seniors
November 4, 2024
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
Lucinda Winlaw (left) poses with friends while wearing a top she crocheted.
Beachwear and Bread: Lucinda Winlaw’s Business and Her Goals for the Future
October 15, 2024
Marlo poses next to her signature which is used on her album covers.
Marlo Leik: Sharing Her Passion One Song At a Time
October 15, 2024
Senior Finn Deeney as Mortimer Mortimer in "Failure: A Love Story," Latin's fall play this year.
Backstage with Finn Deeney
November 11, 2024
Senior Will Wichman contributes to Latin's theatre initiatives and also pursues music and film.
Horror Movies, Theater, and NSYNC with Will Wichman
November 8, 2024
Junior Darina Koedjikova loves challenging herself through athletics, science, and music.
Darina Koedjikova on Coding and Climbing
October 30, 2024
Junior Aidyn Jones with Dr. Cindy Chang, the varsity athletics physician at UC Berkeley.
Aidyn Jones Talks Sports Medicine, Chicken Shawarma, and the Importance of Service Learning
October 22, 2024
Sophomore Keelyn Smey is involved with theater at Latin, along with other arts.
Arts Enthusiast Keelyn Smey
October 15, 2024
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
Senior Emma Dumas prepares for a bump.
Close Battle Ends Girls Volleyball’s Stellar Season
November 12, 2024
JV Blue soccer team after their win against Parker at Latin's Homecoming
JV Blue Soccer Team Bounces Back After Three Players Suspended
November 5, 2024
Kenny Moll cruising through the marathon, proud of his split times.
Latin Alumni Crush Chicago Marathon
November 4, 2024
Jack Zeiger mid-swing at Harbourside Golf Course.
Jack Zeiger Finishes 13th in State
November 4, 2024
Latin's varsity field hockey team is making history with their run in the State tournament this fall.
Historic Win Sends Varsity Field Hockey to the Final Four
October 28, 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
Fini Mendoza Pena defends the ball, moments before scoring the first of her three goals during the NSCD Game.
Athlete of the Week: Fini Mendoza Pena
September 16, 2024
Chappell Roan performs at Lollapalooza in Chicago with a record-breaking daytime crowd.
The Rising Presence of Female Musicians in the Industry
October 15, 2024
DJ Germain turns up the volume of his remixes right before transitioning into the next song.
DJ Germain: Latin’s House Music Hero
October 1, 2024
Actors on stage during rehearsal of "Failure: A Love Story."
The Making of ‘Failure,’ Latin’s Fall Play
September 16, 2024
What is All the Talk Talk About Brat?
What is All the Talk Talk About Brat?
September 16, 2024
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have taken their feud to the next level, including many roasts in their raps.
Rap Civil War: Kendrick Vs. Drake
June 4, 2024
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The Forum
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The Forum
Marin Creamer

Marin Creamer, Editor-in-Chief

Marin Creamer (’22) can’t wait to serve her first year as an Editor-In-Chief for The Forum. Writing and editing for the publication has been a highlight of her experience at Latin. In her free time, Marin enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, and running.

All content by Marin Creamer
From Snubbed to Taking the Dub: Tennis State Champions Tell All

From Snubbed to Taking the Dub: Tennis State Champions Tell All

Marin Creamer, Editor-in-Chief
June 1, 2022
Letters From Class of '22: Marin Creamer

Letters From Class of ’22: Marin Creamer

Marin Creamer, Editor-in-Chief
May 24, 2022
Letter From the Editors: 5.2.2022

Letter From the Editors: 5.2.2022

Eden Raviv, Marin Creamer, and McKenna Fellows
May 2, 2022
Illustration by Elro Starr: Ms. Maajid believes strongly that representations can help set students up to succeed in school.

Representation: Creating More Mirrors at Latin

Marin Creamer, Editor-in-Chief
April 5, 2022
A photo of Jay Verma that senior Kai Lugo keeps in his wallet.

It’s Jay Verma’s School, and We’re All Just Attending It

Marin Creamer, Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2021
Action shot of Colin Campbell '21 talking to Chipotle customer service

Chipotle Bans Latin Students from Eating on Site: A Veto on the Burrito, Unless You’re Incognito

Peter Jones and Marin Creamer
June 1, 2021
Latin Graduation to Take Place at Soldier Field

Latin Graduation to Take Place at Soldier Field

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
May 17, 2021
Holocaust Survivor Speaks at Gathering

Holocaust Survivor Speaks at Gathering

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
April 16, 2021
A compilation of Forum articles quoting club heads

How Representative is ‘The Forum’ of the Student Body?

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
March 15, 2021
The Forum Podcast #2 - 'The Forum's Interview Policy, Sex Ed, and the Ethics of Private Schools

The Forum Podcast #2 – ‘The Forum’s Interview Policy, Sex Ed, and the Ethics of Private Schools

Beatrice Parr, Peter Jones, Robert Igbokwe, Angela Gil, Marin Creamer, and Marianne Mihas
March 14, 2021
Creative Small Businesses at Latin

Creative Small Businesses at Latin

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
March 1, 2021
No Notes, No Time: Pandemic AP Exams Produce Added Pressure

No Notes, No Time: Pandemic AP Exams Produce Added Pressure

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
February 1, 2021
Image of the set up for the remote SSAT from ssat.org

Latin says no to test-optional admissions

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
January 15, 2021
A piece of Eliana's quarantine artwork.

The New Year nears, Latin students reflect on the positives of COVID-19

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
January 15, 2021
Status at Latin

Status at Latin

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
January 15, 2021
Image of saliva test from ABC News site

Latin plans to implement a COVID saliva testing policy second semester

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
December 15, 2020
A look into Diwali

A look into Diwali

McKenna Fellows and Marin Creamer
December 1, 2020
The Impact of Cook County Indoor Dining Restrictions

The Impact of Cook County Indoor Dining Restrictions

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
November 16, 2020
U.S. President Donald Trump pulls off his protective face mask as he poses atop the Truman Balcony of the White House after returning from being hospitalized at Walter Reed Medical Center for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) treatment, in Washington, U.S. October 5, 2020. REUTERS/Erin Scott

The Trump Administration’s Lacking COVID-19 Protocol

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
October 17, 2020
Image of Sabrina Hayes '22 in a game last year.

Field Hockey Players Respond to Spike in Team Size

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
October 1, 2020
What Doctors Think of Various Schooling Plans

What Doctors Think of Various Schooling Plans

Marin Creamer, Features Editor
August 15, 2020
The Latin School of Chicago's two bridges connecting the Upper School to the Middle School building.

Teachers Express Concern Over School’s Reopening

Marin Creamer and Angela Gil
July 31, 2020
Former President, Barack Obama, presenting a commencement speech to the Class of 2020

Obama hosts Virtual Graduation for Class of 2020

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
May 28, 2020
Small businesses like Salad Fork rely on people spending time in summer homes.

Latin Students Flee City, Resort Residents Respond

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
May 28, 2020
Latin Enrollment by Grade Level

Latin Admissions Thrives Despite Recent Events

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
May 9, 2020
Performing Arts Classes Adapt to E-Learning Format

Performing Arts Classes Adapt to E-Learning Format

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
April 18, 2020
Teachers Make Effort to Keep E-Learning Engaging

Teachers Make Effort to Keep E-Learning Engaging

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
April 3, 2020
Latin’s Math Stars Try Their Hand at the AIME

Latin’s Math Stars Try Their Hand at the AIME

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
On the Road to Math State

On the Road to Math State

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Valograms Enjoy Another Successful Campaign

Valograms Enjoy Another Successful Campaign

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
March 1, 2020
Latin's Least Discussed Identity: Ability

Latin’s Least Discussed Identity: Ability

Marin Creamer, Staff Writer
March 1, 2020
Reflecting on the DePaul Games

Reflecting on the DePaul Games

Marin Creamer
December 19, 2019
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