
From the Midway—Hands-on experience with paleontology through the University of Chicago’s Fossil Lab
From the Midway—Hands-on experience with paleontology through the University of Chicago’s Fossil Lab
Go behind the scenes of Lab’s ambitious accreditation journey—a community-wide effort to reflect, collaborate, and shape the future of our Schools.
When Tonika Lewis Johnson spoke to Lab faculty this fall, she shared how art can illuminate the social landscape—and soon after, the world recognized her vision, naming her a 2024 MacArthur Genius.
Celebrating Lab’s place among the best private schools in Illinois.
Lab karate athletes earned world titles and national medals this summer, highlighting their skill, dedication, and leadership.
This fall, the Laboratory Schools welcomes Dr. Sue Groesbeck as interim director—a leader whose nearly five-decade career includes service in public and independent schools throughout the United States and abroad.
Lab alum teams up with UChicago chemists to recreate George Washington Carver’s 1927 blue pigment—blending art, science, and history.
More than athletic talent, Signing Day recognizes the exceptional discipline and resilience it takes to excel.
From the Midway: For the first time in school history, both the newspaper and yearbook programs have received a top national award
Lab alum teams up with UChicago chemists to recreate George Washington Carver’s 1927 blue pigment—blending art, science, and history.
On January 7, Lab seniors gathered for a panel with alumni who shared their college experiences and advice, helping the Class of 2025 prepare for their next chapter.
One of the highest alumni honors awarded by the University, the award recognizes exceptional career achievement.

Senior Getaway was the turning point for one couple. An invitation to listen to the new Miles Davis record marked the beginning for another.
How Lab graduates have revolutionized medicine through groundbreaking contributions to health care.
Highlighting Lab alumni who were pioneers of Chicago's house music and hip hop genres.

Jose Corpuz ’85 built the Millennium Falcon. 30 years later, this Lab alumnus serves as a mentor to his alma mater’s Robotics team.
Exploring Lab's growing connection to the prestigious MacArthur award
Sam Rezaei and James Dill recollect their walk from New York to California as a “completely different chapter of our lives”
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Evergreen Park
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Evergreen Park | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
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Culver Midwest Open (Var/JV)
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TBD
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Culver Academy | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
| Basketball Boys (Junior Varsity) |
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Universal School
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Universal School | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
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Richards High School
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Upper Kovler Gym | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
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Universal School
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Universal School | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
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JV Snowdown (JV)
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TBD
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Homewood-Flossmoor High School | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
| Swimming & Diving Boys (Varsity) |
Highland Park Sprint Invite
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All Day
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Highland Park High School | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
| Basketball Girls (Varsity) |
Ida Crown
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Upper Kovler Gym | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
| Swimming & Diving Boys (Varsity) |
Latin Dual (Swim Only)
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All Day
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Ratner | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
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NSCD
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Upper Kovler Gym | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
| Basketball Girls (Varsity) |
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Willows
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Willows | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |
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NSCD
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Upper Kovler Gym | Subscribe to Athletics Alerts |