High school is the place where thousands of people go about their days in the same building, living simultaneous stories all intertwined. “A sense of community is built in [Sandburg] because everyone's...
Every year, Sandburg’s band program heads to a new city to broaden their musical horizons. Last year, they went to London, and in years prior, they have been to Los Angeles, Nashville, and other famous...
The Sandburg Eaglettes dance team made history two weeks ago when they broke into the IHSA state finals, winning 11th place in the 3A division. They worked hard all season leading up to this amazing accomplishment.
Though...
As students filled the Eagle Gym for Sandburg’s Winter Fest assembly, anticipation quickly turned into excitement. Teams from each grade gathered on the floor, surrounded by classmates in the stands,...
Mr. Shawn Walsh, the new School Resource Officer, has arrived at Sandburg, hoping to help improve safety and be a positive influence on the school community, following in the footsteps of former SRO, Mr....
Kyra Sears, Entertainment Editor
• December 2, 2025
On November 7 and 8, District 230 students went on the annual Operation Snowball retreat, a leadership retreat for students to work on team-building, communication, and more. The students went to Camp...
Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, the class of 2029 and following graduating classes will have to complete a total of 32 service hours to graduate. Compared to the 25 mandated hours in years prior,...
As the class of 2026 approaches May, the seniors must get ready for what has been, up to now, one of the biggest moments of their lives: the college application process. Throughout their high school years,...
A week filled with smiles, fun, friends, parties, and memories. From September 22 to 27, there are unique spirit days, delicious food vendors, and crazy activities at Sandburg. Homecoming week is a week...
Student attendance is a huge part of what makes students and a school successful. But with societal and cultural changes and COVID-19, it has been difficult for schools across the country to keep student...
From Fiddler on the Roof to Spamalot, Ms. Etchason–better known as Ms. Etch–is concluding her directing career at Sandburg with The Drowsy Chaperone. Since 1995, Ms. Etch has been directing musicals...
The St. Baldrick’s head shaving and donation event, which has been going on since 2009, is an annual initiative that will be hosted this year on March 17. The event will take place in the Commons from...
