It is no secret that the Fine Arts Department at ETHS offers many opportunities for all students in music, theatre, and visual arts. What is not clear, however, is just how much of an impact this department...

After a fulfilling 40 years, Leslie Wenzel is finally deciding to hang up her boots and retire. An Evanston resident for 62 years a teacher for 40, Ms. Wenzel has done a lot for this community. At ETHS,...

While most people choose to relax after they close their careers, physical education teacher Tim Richardson will be taking a more unique route into retirement. "Retirement isn't really what I'm looking...

After many years of teaching countless students, art teacher Pamela Sloan has decided to say goodbye to ETHS. "Teaching at ETHS has been one of the most gratifying experiences of my life," Sloan said....

Since 1984, the Chicago area has benefited from the inspiring teaching of Joseph O'Shea, but it won't anymore. O'Shea has taught at ETHS for the past 23 years in a variety of science courses, including...

15. That's the number of courses Tracy Autry has taught during her 33-year-long career at ETHS. Autry began her career in the CTE department in 1984. Since then, she's gone on to teach a wide array...

I don't love politics. It's interesting, definitely, but I can't deal with American flag lapel pins. Despite this, I spent last year as an elected official, I went to Board of Education meetings twice...

While most teachers acknowledge students' varying gender identities, very few take the necessary steps to ensure that all feel welcomed. Many of us, mainly those who identify as cisgender, may overlook...

  Lose the mentality that you're "too cool" for school events. High school is so much more than tests and grades. It is also about trying new things, like cheering in the stands, clapping in...

From the stands. That is the name of my tri-weekly column that has come out over the past school year, but this name is more than a cheesy title for the sports column; it is a lifestyle for the majority...