The Lion's Roar Newspaper: Volume 3 No. 2

Bronzeville Senior featured on News for Safety Initita tive

By Dominick Williams Managing Editor, Bronzeville Campus

In November 2022, Mr. Qwaylin Miller, Class of 2023 from Urban Prep’s Bronzeville Campus was honored and featured on ABC7 Chicago News during their “Making Chicago Proud” segment. Mr. Miller was interviewed live by anchor Mark Rivera to discuss an organization and initiative that he started called “Safe Streets Chicago”. The schools involved are Urban Prep as a network along with Perspectives and Leo High School. “The concept was for a student-designed team to come up with some ideas and provide a perspectives on gun violence and provide safe spaces for students to talk about proactive change in our communities,” said Mr. Miller. Safe Streets Chicago's goal is to partner up with other organizations and campaigns to achieve effective change in our communities

said, Mr. Miller. He went on to explain that Mr. Brandon Lenore, who is the Director of Arcs at Urban Prep and responsible for community programs helped him get into the program. As the creed says “We have a responsibility to our families, community, and world”, said Mr. Miller. What started as a one-man operation has now become a network of people helping make this change. “All I can say is even with the negative publicity Urban Prep is receiving, you can never get or find a better school that genuinely cares about the development of young Black and brown young men,” said Mr. Miller. The Lions Roar will be following Mr. Miller and will provide updates regarding Block Clubs and community-building events in future issues as they move through the planning stages.

Mr. Qwaylin Miller, Class of 2023 from the Bronzeville Campus was honored and featured on ABC7 Chicago News to discuss the launching of Safe Streets Chicago.

What’s UP in the world?

Why Does Saving Our School Matter?

to succeed, we have to change our behavior and approach. The staff at Urban Prep are tremendous. They will teach you a lot but they are not just in it for the money because they don't get a lot but they do it because they care for each and every one of their students. Every day when I walk into the class, I am greeted with a Hello, Good Morning and asked how I am feeling. They care about my physical health just as much as they care about my mental health.

all of the contacts and connections I have made because of them. Urban Prep has done a lot for me and my classmates and I have no doubt it can do even more for kids if it is allowed the ability to stay open. Urban Prep has proven that it has what it takes. I not only believe Urban Prep can do it, I know it can do it. But just like we say every day in our creed, We Believe, And we won’t stop!

By Joshua Smith Freelance Writer, Englewood Campus

Hello Everyone, my name is Mr. Smith, Pride of Accountability, Class of 2024, I attend the Urban Prep Englewood Campus. In addition to my experience at Englewood, I have been fortunate to visit the Downtown and Bronzeville Campuses. Everytime I go, they make me feel like family; this is the reason I believe Urban Prep is an amazing high school.

Being a student, I’ve had the chance to meet really eye opening people, coaches, and friends who have changed the way I see things. Urban Prep has helped me make great connections and has helped to put me in touch with great organizations like the Obama Youth Jobs Corps and Safe Streets Chicago. Through Safe Streets Chicago, I have been able to be a part of a team of student leaders to actively pursue and find ways to keep kids out of violence.

Every year I spend at Urban Prep, I learn something new whether that is how to complete a square using integers or solving problems, how we can help clean up our neighborhoods, or the best way to play against a team who plays in a power I offense. Urban Prep is just like any other high school, maybe even better because they don't just get us ready for college but they help to prepare us for life. They teach us time management, problem solving, and most importantly communication skills, which will help us to become functioning members of society. At Urban Prep we have a voice. We are reminded daily by our principals and teachers that if we want something we have to go after it. We have to advocate for ourselves and if we feel like we are not being put in the best place

At Urban Prep, I get to see a lot of intelligent Black role models, which is good to see because we don’t often see Black people portrayed in this light. They are often portrayed in a negative way so having them in my school everyday is meaningful. Being a student athlete at Urban Prep, I have had a lot of different coaches and everyone has helped motivate me and spur my love for football. They have taught me a lot of different things like why I have to keep good grades to play on the next level. Urban Prep has made me who I am and helped to lead me in a good direction.

I am thankful to Urban Prep not just for teaching me to become a great student-athlete but for

Photo Credit: Jessie Mack

Kevin Velasquez, Cartoonist Englewood Campus Class of 2025

Urban Prep Hosts 1st Annual Network Alumni Day 2022

By Dominick Williams Managing Editor, Bronzeville Campus

On December 19th, Urban Prep hosted the 1st Annual Network Alumni Day. This event was an expansion of alumni day, which started at the Englewood Campus. Urban Prep Alumni from all campuses and classes dating back to the Englewood Inaugural Class of 2010 returned to speak with current students and enjoyed a day of fellowship.

The event was hosted at the Englewood Campus. All students from the Bronzeville and Downtown Campuses traveled to Englewood after community for the planned activities. To kick things off, students were split by class into two large groups to listen to panels of Alumni discuss their journey through Urban Prep, college and life. Alumni answered questions that students were allowed to submit via their Pride Leaders prior to the event.

Lunch was catered by Taquizas and students really seemed to have enjoyed the taco bar. Alumni had an opportunity to fellowship with their younger Urban Prep brothers and catch up with fomer classmates who were in attendance.

The day also included Kwanzaa celebrations, which were coordinated by Englewood Pride Leader, Mr. Johnny Dorsey. During the celebration, students honored women who have made impacts on their lives by presenting them with roses and a

The culminating event was the Alumni Day basketball games. Students from all campuses gathered in the gym to cheer on two games: Alumni Class of 2010-2015 vs. Alumni Class of 2016-2022 and Team UP staff vs. Current Students. Mr. Michael Taylor, Class of 2015 found his way on the microphone as the unoffical MC for each game. The excitement and energy of students cheering on their fellow classmates, teachers and alumni was heartwarming. It was a day filled with togetherness and unity as a network, not individual campuses. "What I liked most about Alumni Day was that the energy, love, and pride was definitely present and visible", said Mr. Dwayne Carter, Englewood Dean of Students.

The event concluded with Urban Prep Annual Holiday Gift distributions. Students each year recieve gifts such as Urban Prep vest, jacksets, hoodies and hats. Alumni assisted each campus with the distribution of the holiday gifts. Alumni Day 2022 was truly a day to remember and students from all campuses raved about how much they enjoyed the day of activities.

"I liked how all the alumni got to see each other and play basketball together. They were able to come back and speak to us and were able to see how they are achieving in both college and life," said Mr. Billy Haynes, Englewood Campus Class of 2023.

Urban Prep Alumni pose for a photo after the alumni basketball game; UP Englewood Campus Alumni Messrs. Brian Peters, Class of 2021 and JaBrice Reese Class of 2011, Englewood during the basketball game, Englewood Alumni Messrs.Michael Taylor, Class of 2016 and Brandon Sparkman, Class 2015 talking during lunch; Mr. Joseph Olalusi, Class of 2015, Englewood Campus speaking during the alumni panel.

Photos Credit: Ian Isbell/Dominick Williams

certificate. Mrs. Jefferies, Ms. Chandler, Mrs. Wilson, Ms. Childs, Urban Prep Parent Ms. Bruce, Ms. B. Hampton, Ms. S. Hampton, Ms. Robinson, Ms. Simmons, Ms. Word, Ms. Teague and Ms. Ross.

URBAN PREP ACADEMIES ANNUAL ALUMNI

Mr. Montrell Otey speaks during the Alumni Panel; Urban Prep Parent Ms. Frances Bruce, Mrs. Rose Jefferies, Ms. Sonya Teague, Ms. Jessica Chandler, Ms. Bridgette Simmons and are all honored during the Annual Kwanzaa Assembly coordinated by Mr. Johnny Dorsey, who is a Pride Leader at the Englewood Campus; Chief Operating Officer Troy Boyd, Jr. tries to steal the ball from Mr. Yashua Beals, Class of 2025 from the Downtown Campus during the Alumni Game; Athletic Coordinator and PE Instructor Mr. James Jefferies on the defense against Mr. Kamren Beckley, Bronzeville Class of 2023 during the Alumni Game; and UP Englewood Class of 2018 Alum Mr. Jeremiah Moss, shooting free throws during the game.

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Students enjoy the catered taco bar; Ms. Bernice Hampton and Mr. Tayshawn Williams, Class of 2023; Urban Prep Englewood Alum Mr. Fazson Chapman, Class of 2013 during the Alumni Game; Bronzeville Principal Joffrey Bywater, Mr. Jalen Jones, UP Downtown Class of 2015 Alum Jaquan Johnson and J. Simmons, Class of from the Englewood; Mr. Jack Avery and Mr. Henry Ogles, Class of 2024, Englewood Campus during the Alumni Game; Messrs. Isaiah Hymon, Class of 2024, Downtown Campus, Bricen Ward, Class of 2024, Bronzeville Campus, and Zachary Smith, Class of 2024, Downtown Campus pose for a picture during lunch; UP Alumni help distribute holiday gifts to students; Urban Prep Englewood Alum Steven McAfee, Class of 2013 shooting a freethrow during the Alumni Game and Mr. KShawn Moore, Englewood Class of 2025 pose with his attire for the Kwanza Assembly.

Photos Credit: Dominick Williams/Ian Isbell

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Urban Prep Downtown Students hosts a Day of Trivia

In November and December, the Urban Prep Downtown Campus hosted two Days of Trivia. The events were student-led. Students came together to create questions in various categories such as movies, education, and life. The days were filled with energy and excitement. The teachers with the most points and the winners were Mr. Anthony Moore (November) and Mr. Michael Thurston (December).

Photos Credit: Alexandra Moore

Students reviewing questions during the event; Messrs. Amarion Williams-Vaughn, Class of 2024, Braylon Stokes. Class of 2025, Christian Jackson, Class of 2025, James Avery, Class of 2024, Orlan’dre Smoot, Class of 2024, Cameron Townsend, Class of 2025; Mr. Perron Thurston after being announced the winner of the day of trivia in December.

Meet Urban Prep Englewood's New Assistant Principal

By Tristan Hunter Staff Reporter, Englewood Campus

We started school this year with a new freshman class and new Principals at the Englewood Campus. I was fortunate to speak with and interview Dr. Davis, who is the new Assistant Principal at Englewood.

Dr. Frank Davis was born and raised in Chicago. When Dr. Davis first learned about Urban Prep around 2006, he thought it was amazing and different. He was a fan from the outside looking in. “They were dressed in a prestigious manner that you normally wouldn't see in a regular school,” said Dr. Davis. In 1995, Dr. Davis attended the Million Man March. At the time, he was pursuing his Masters in Computational Mathematics. While at the march, he recalled a speech by Minister Louis Farrakhan stating “What are you doing to help your people?”.

Dr. Davis stated that at that moment, he was inspired to change his course of study and work in the field of education for young Black men.

Later in 2018, Dr. Davis decided to return to school to pursue his doctorate in leadership. One of his reasons for furthering his education was to show his children that a Black man could reach the highest level of education. He graduated with his Ph.D. in leadership in 2021. He wants to be seen by young Black men, particularly at Urban Prep, as a mentor rather than an authority figure so that they will not falter in the face of any challenges that lie ahead of them. Dr. Davis is a long-time Chicago Bears fan noting that he really enjoyed the legendary Walter Payton’s play style.

Dr. Davis’ favorite quote is: “A man who stands for nothing will fall for

Dr. Frank Davis Assistant Principal

Dr. Davis speaking with Urban Prep Englewood Students, Messrs. Billy Hayes, Class of 2023, Calvin Jordan, Class of 2023, and Colin Berry, Class of 2026

FEATURES STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

STUDENTS RECEIVE GOLD TIES

Mr. McGee received his gold tie in Africana Studies during the month of December. His nominator wrote “Mr. McGee is an exceptional young man. Mr. McGee is very humble and selfless. Mr. McGee does not seek to bring attention to himself but because of the way he presents himself makes people notice him. Mr. McGee is always prepared and on time for my class. Mr. McGee has extraordinary work etiquette. Mr. McGee takes great pride in his work and constantly seeks to improve. Mr. McGee currently has an "A" in my class. Therefore, he is an excellent candidate to be nominated for the gold tie.”

Mr. Beals received his gold tie in Pride. His nominator wrote, “This young man is known for demonstrating a relentlessness in his academic drive with being dedicated, committed, and focused daily. He shows respect to everyone. He is organized, neat, a self-starter, eager to learn and volunteer, and is motivated.”

Mr. Simmons received his gold tie in Honors Chemistry during the month of December. His nominator wrote, “Mr. Simmons takes time out of his studies to help his peers, showing his commitment to his brothers. ”

Teachers of The Month: Urban Prep Students Speak!

Mrs. Lina Beatancourt teaches Spanish and a section of Honors Spanish at the Urban Prep Englewood Campus. Mrs. Beatancourt has been working at Urban Prep for one year. Students expressed that they love the energy she exhibits toward them. Students stated that she is committed to her work as a second language instructor for young Black men. She approaches her work each day with a positive outlook, which inspires students to do well.

Ms. Danielle Roche teaches African American Literature, English Survey, and World Literature at the Urban Prep Downtown Campus. This is her first year at Urban Prep. Ms. Roach was selected for teacher of the month by the students because of the constant hard work she puts into making sure students understand the curriculum that she is teaching. Ms. Roach shows so much support for students by being patient with students. This is why the Downtown Campus has selected her as this month's teacher of the month.

*Students at each campus are polled by the Lion's Roar staff to identify their campus' Teacher of The Month

Ms. Bernice Hampton teaches Honors Pre-Calculus and Algebra II w/Trigonomery in addition to an honors section of both subjects at the Urban Prep Bronzeville Campus. Ms. Hampton has been working at Urban Prep for four years. Let’s be truthful, math teachers ever since elementary school have had a bad reputation for being the least favorite teachers. But Ms. Hampton cares about her students. She supports her students inside and outside the classroom no matter the reason. Everyone is not fortunate to have a thanksgiving dinner, but she changed that. In November, Ms. Hampton made thanksgiving dinners and feed over 120 students. She is truly changing the narrative and for that, the students of the Bronzeville Campus have voted her teacher of the month.

Mr. Yashua Beals Class of 2025 - Downtown

Mr. Eryonn McGee Class of 2026 - Englewood

Mr. David Simmons Class of 2025 -Bronzeville

FEATURES

TIES FOR BEING EXCEPTIONAL

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Mr. Cotton received two gold tie nominations during the month of December on the same day! He received his gold ties in English Survey and Pride. For English Survey, his nominator wrote “Mr. Cotton is an excellent student who is well deserving of a gold tie. He is an excellent student who never fails to impress me with his writing. Mr. Cotton is a skilled writer with a vivid imagination that I am honored to teach and see what his imagination can illustrate and express. This young man is an excellent student who his peers can look up to and someone who models what an Urban Prep young man should look like.” For Mr. Cotton’s gold tie in Pride, his nominator wrote “ This young man is an awesome candidate for a gold tie. He models the creed exceptionally well. He shows fine examples of integrity and accountability inside and outside my classroom. He does all of his work in my class and is always providing his assistance when he can.

Mr. O’Bryant received his gold tie in Chemistry during the month of November. His nominator wrote, “This young man is dedicated, committed, and focused each day he is in attendance and holds himself to a high level of academic accountability by working to earn and maintain high accuracy grades on activities. He also works hard to contribute to the school community by promoting healthy school culture and facilitating meetings with school clubs and their sponsors. He is seen behind the scenes doing the work that helps create bonds with student-led activities and events. What makes this young man exceptional is when he goes the extra mile to ensure that he demonstrates his understanding of line 13 of the Creed: We have a responsibility to our family, community, and world.”

Mr. Ottley received his gold tie in Spanish during the month of November. His nominator wrote, “This student has shown dedication, commitment, and focus throughout the entire school year so far. He participates regularly and retains the material I teach; he's always well-behaved and a friend to those around him; and I look forward to seeing him continue to progress in Spanish class. El estudiante del mes es Mr. Asher Ottley!”

Urban Prep Students Volunteer to Give Away Turkeys

Urban Prep Bronzeville student ambassadors volunteered alongside the Black McDonald's Operators Association giving turkeys to the community for the Thanksgiving.

Mr. La'Travion O'Bryant Class of 2025 - Downtown

Mr. Malichi Cotton Class of 2026 - Englewood

Mr. Asher Ottley Class of 2024 -Bronzeville

Photos Credit: LaToya Wilson Pride Leader Mr. Fazson Chapman, Urban Prep Alum from the Class of 2013 Englewood Campus with Bronzeville students, Messrs. James Hill, Class of 2025, David Simmons, Class of 2025, Qwaylin Miller, Class of 2023, Raymond Gardner, Class of 2025, Kamari Payne, Class of 2023 and Dwain Melton, Class of 2024 at the volunteer event passing out turkeys and being interviewed.

UP Seniors Celebrated for Admission into College

Students who recieved their ties during the month of November and December

Englewood Campus (Nov. 2022)

Devin Bufford

Vernon Chambers

Joquan Coleman

Roderick Duffin

Samuel Garrett

Calvin Jordan

Will Mayes

Aidan Roy

Levi Turner

Micah Turner

Rashaun Rising

Jawon Rogers

Carl Skinner

Kendall Smith

Bronzeville Campus (Nov. 2022)

Joshua Larrieux

Malachi Mcintosh

Tavis Williams

De'Savoyay Donald

Richard Murphy

Steven Maxwell

Theophile Ntandja

(Dec. 2022)

Benjamin Davis

Jamal Watkins

Daveon Robinson

Elijah Johnson

Qwaylin Miller

Rom'a Nelson

Demari Jiles

Urban Prep Seniors from across the network were presented with their red and gold striped ties signifying that they have been accepted into several colleges and universities. Messrs. Levi and Micah Turner, Englewood Campus pose with their mother; Messrs. Aidan Roy, Englewood Campus, Bronzeville Seniors Theophile Ntanja and Joshua Larrieux pose with their family following the On To The Next One Ceremony at their campus.

Photos Credit: Dominick Williams,/ Jessie Mack

Urban Prep's Bi-Annual Academic Distinction Awards Assembly

Urban Prep honor roll students from the Englewood, Downtown and Bronzeville Campuses were acknowledged and celebrated during Urban Prep's bi-annual academic distinction awards assembly. In addition to academics, students were also recognized for attendance and received other special awards.

UP Students' ToyUP Drive Was A Success

During the month of November and December, Urban Prep students from the Englewood, Downtown and Bronzeville Campuses collected over 160 toys for the Christmas holiday. Students donated the collected toys to The Primo Center, a shelter for Women and Children located in the Englewood community. As our creed says "We have a responsiblity to our families, community and world"!

Photos Credits: Jessie Mack/Alexandra Moore/Joffrey Bywater

FEATURES

Students Are Recognized For Academic Achievements

ENGLEWOOD CAMPUS

Summa Cum Laude

3.75GPA - 4.0 or higher

Class of 2025

Jeremy Brown

Lamar Murphy

Johnny Parker

Amir Sanni

JaTorian White

Jeremiah Williams

Class of 2024

Kenneth Bailey

Kenneth Champion

Elijah Cooper

Tristan Hunter

De’Mear McKinney

Malik Owens

Michael Redman

Joshua Smith

Seth Williams

Kamari Woodall

Class of 2023

Ronnell Allen

Imani Avant

De’Anthony Ball

Elijah Brown

Devin Bufford

Sincer Carter

Samuel Garrett

1st Quarter

Magna Cum Laude

3.5GPA - 3.74 GPA

Class of 2026

Amarion Gholar-Washington

Eriyonn McGee

BRONZEVILLE CAMPUS

Summa Cum Laude

3.75GPA - 4.0 or higher

Class of 2025

Avery Barnes - 4.63

David Simmons

James Moore

Amir Cummings

Paris Harris

James Hill

Cornelius Huston

Markell Jackson

Raymond Nutall

Jose Sanchez

Giovanni Hill

Lavell Scott

Keshawn Crockrom

Jeremiah Payton

Juavon Burns, Jr.

Khamarja Fisher

Raymond Gardner

Jaylen Hearts

Cornelius Macon

Justin Smith

Class of 2024

Myles Brown - 4.67

Geoffrey Heard

Johnathan Hollins

Christopher Bennett

Emmanuel McGhee

Melvin Moore

Reginald Abernathy

Dakota Preston

Elijah Sheally

Jua Brown

Treston Harrell

Michael Rollins

K'Anye Farr

Davion Hardaway

Bricen Ward

Joseph Lewis

Zyire Griffen

Jeremiah Scott

Jayden Jeter

Londel Overton

Dominick Williams

Class of 2023

Qwaylin Miller - 5.00

Seven Brimmer

Jamari Christmas

Tyrion Rodgers

Miles Johnson

Ian Isbell

Josiah Jackson

Joshua Larrieux

Kevin Scott

Mark McFerrin

Kamari Payne

Yasser Young

David Allen

Jermaine Jackson

Demari Jiles

Dylan Purnell

Rondell Filmore

Daveon Robinson

Bryce Scott

Justyn Garrison

Chakai Rogers-Washington

Travon Dupart

Elijah Johnson

Koran Ferguson

Austin Cloud

2nd Semester 2021-2022

1 Quarter 2022-2023

DOWNTOWN CAMPUS

Cum Laude

3.0 GPA - 3.49GPA

Class of 2025

Christian Jackson - 3.45

Marqi Hill

Jafari Mahonie

Jalen McQuarter

Anthony Moore

La'Travion O'Bryant

Alexander Spight

Brandon Tibbs

Eric Williams

Soee Williams

Mytrell Willis

Class of 2024

Amarion Williams-Vaughn - 3.45

Zachary Smith

Elijah Jones

Magna Cum Laude

3.5 GPA - 3.74GPA

Class of 2025

Kentrell Davis - 3.54

1st Quarter

Summa Cum Laude

3.75GPA - 4.0 or higher

Class of 2026

Kelvion Vassor - 3.79

1st Quarter Summa Cum Laude

Class of 2026

Sincere Dawson - 3.95

Phoenix Barksdale

Jayden Almo

Urban Prep's Varsity Football Team Finished Season 7-4

Urban Prep's football team finished the overall season 7-4 and 5-2 in conference. UP won the first round game in the 2022 Illinois High School Football Playoff Class 4A against Chicago Sullivan (32-6) in October. In November, the Urban Prep Lions were defeated in the second round by Richmond-Burton (54-6), who advanced to the quarterfinals but were defeated by Providence Catholic.

The Urban Prep Lions finished the season 3rd in conference out of 8 varsity football teams in the CPS - Red South Central Conference.

Photos Credit: Jessie Mack

LET'S PLAY BALL! URBAN PREP SPORTS

Urban Prep's Bronzeville Varsity Basketball Team competing against the Corliss Trojans. Pictured: Messrs. Melvin Moore, Class of 2024; Frank Iverson, Class of 2023; Kevin Scott Class of 2023; and Justyn Garrison, Class of 2023.

Photos Credit: Jessie Mack

BASKETBALL SEASON BEGINS

Urban Prep Englewood Varsity Basketball Team competed against Leo High School, King College Prep and Hubbard to start the season off. Pictured: Messrs. Isaiah Owens, Class of 2024, Tristian Hunter, Class of 2024, Joquan Coleman Class of 2023, and Lamar Murphy, Class of 2025, Joseph Coleman, Class of 2023 and Cameron Foster, Class of 2024; Coach Mike Powell talks with players during timeout.

Photos Credit: Jessie Mack

UP Lions Participate in Thanksgiving Pre-Season Tournaments

Urban Prep Downtown Campus Basketball Team competing in a turkey tournament. Messrs. Orlandtae Smoot, Class of 2025; Jafari Mahonie, Class of 2024, Amarion Williams-Vaughn Yashua Beals, Class of 2025, and Dantrail Green, Class of 2025.

Photos Credit: Jessie Mack

Urban Prep Bronzeville Campus Basketball Team particpated in a turkey tournament against Latin, De La Salle, Chicago Military Academy and King College Prep. Messrs. Davion Worthy, Class of 2024; Melvin Moore, Class of 2024, Cameron Gardner, Class of 2024, and Jakari Dismukes, Class of 2024.

Urban Prep Basketball Season Begins Across The Network

UP Downtown Campus competed against Little Black Pearl Arts Academy in November and were victorious (48-5). Pictured: Messrs. Orlandtae Smoot, Class of 2025, Class of 2024, Cameron Townsend, Class of 2025, and Dontrail Green, Class of 2025 and Coach Jack Avery talks to players during time out.

Basketball Season Standings

ENGLEWOOD VS. North Grand (W) 65-30

Leo (L) 56-24

King (L) 53-47

Richards (L) 67-61

Bogan (L) 68-46

Hubbard (W) 70-50

Air Force Academy (W) 48-26

DOWNTOWN VS. Juarez (L) 66-51

Nov./Dec.Varsity Game Scores

BRONZEVILLE VS. Latin (L) 73-54

De La Salle (L) 83-41

Chicago Military Academy (W) 77-27

King (L) 66-59

Lindblom (L) 83-53

Chicago Vocational (W) 70-49

Amandla Charter School (W) 81-47

Woodlawn (W) 86-53

Dyett (L) 63-58

Corliss (W) 77-51

Little Black Pearl Arts Academy (W) 48-5

January's Issue

What's UP in the world? Students of the Month Teachers of the Month Basketball Coverage

Students SpeakUP to SaveUP

Meet UP's Englewood's New Principal

Dr. Martin Luther King Remembered

Muchin College Prep (W) 65-39

The Lion’s Roar Staff

Dominick Williams, Bronzeville

Tristian Hunter, Englewood

Ian Isbell, Bronzeville

Joshua Smith, Englewood

Kevin Velasquez, Englewood

Bricen Ward, Bronzeville

Michael Woodard, Downtown

Managing Editor Staff Reporter

Photographer Freelance Writer

Cartoonist Staff Writer Staff Reporter

Photos Credit: Jessie Mack