By Isaac Johnston, ‘15
UP-N Express train from Chicago
Free time to relax , read or work
The Shalom bus arrives at Braeside
For the CJHS students living in Chicago, Evanston and Wilmette, getting to CJHS can be quite a trek. However, for those who get to school by taking the Metra Union Pacific-North line train, the ride is exciting!
To the CJHS community, we have been forever dubbed as the Train Family. As a proud member of this group, I commute alongside my friends and teachers every day. I enjoy being a part of this family because I have the opportunity to hang out with my friends before school begins. As we commute, I get to talk to them about the up-coming day or the events that just passed. If I am tired, the Metra provides me with an opportunity to get some shuteye before I begin my day. Additionally, the train provides me with the chance to work on homework, especially if there is construction on Lake Cook Road. These trips are never boring. We always come up with ways to liven up the commute.Whether it’s constantly checking the time to make sure the train is on schedule (I’ve only missed the train once!) or enjoying the Friday afternoon Shabbat sing-alongs, there isn’t a boring day in the life of the Train Family!
“Independence is something that before going to CJHS I strived for. Having the responsibility of getting myself on and off of the train is great because I am learning how to be self-sufficient and responsible.” - Emma Siegel ‘17
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The bus arrives at school!
Dozens of CJHS students and staff living in Chicago and Skokie take Pace Bus Route 626 to get to and from school every day!