


OpinionOctober 22, 2025
Jayloni Cruz, Editor


OpinionOctober 22, 2025
Jada Coleman, Editor

Senior SpotlightOctober 22, 2025
Melanie Andrade Carranza, Editor




You may ask what a government shutdown is and how it will affect me. Well, a government shutdown occurs when the U.S. Congress fails to pass the necessary appropriations bills or a temporary funding measure to fund federal agencies and operations. When...


Illinois should adopt a 4-day school week because there are several serious negative effects of early starting, 5-day school days that could be prevented with a shorter, later starting school day. Coming from a student, I can see how beneficial this...

Jaslene Lozada has been a dedicated student at Speer since her freshman year. She has participated in Volleyball, Girls' basketball, and...

Lozada is Speer's head football coach. Aside from being a coach, he has 2 kids, one boy and one girl. He has coached football and other sports...

While the final bell rings and students flee outside the classrooms to leave the school building, she’s headed the opposite way to the field. Currently...

After her summer program at Loyola, Speak up democracy, Alondra Delgado has gotten a clear view of what her future can be. When asked how her...

Anthony is a very charismatic student; he's smart, a good person, and often recognized as a great individual by teachers and peers. I interviewed...

From the sidelines to the heart of ITW David Speer Academy, Kelly Bautista has always led with spirit and kindness. As a member of the cheer...





