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Tech Hub ends process for checking out Chromebook chargers, offers devices on loan
On Jan 6, at the beginning of second semester, OH implemented a new Chromebook policy that had been underway since August. The main difference is that Chromebook chargers are no longer available to be borrowed by students. The new policy aims to solve one of the main problems the tech hub has seen. “Since we can’t track chargers, we decided to try something new,” said OH Instructional Technology Coach Jaclyn King. “Instead of loaning chargers, we charge devices and provide a loaner device to students.” If a student brings an uncharged Chromebook to school, they just need to trade it in for the day, and will swap the loaner for their (now) charged Chromebook later in the day.
1-30-26 Student announcements
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Winter Guard: Spinning for success
Once the marching band season ends, many color guard members continue to use their skills in a different setting: within the OH Winter Guard. “I enjoy the opportunity to explore new ways of spinning, tossing, and moving without needing to keep pace with a larger group,” Winter Guard director Lauren Rogers said. Winter guard is a different experience from not just the perspective of students, but it is also different from the side of leadership.
Opinion: ‘Tis the season: When should holiday celebrations start?
Already, companies are starting to send out Christmas catalogs, grandmas are addressing hundreds of cards, and carolers are beginning to practice their songs. But we’ve only gone through one round of pumpkins, the leaves haven’t even started to fall, Spirit Halloweens haven’t returned to their graves, and the Macy’s Santa hasn’t even thought about starting the holidays yet.
Creative endeavors: OH students develop, display pieces at ArtSpace Chicago
Senior OH art Students Madison McNanna, Ava Rose Michelon, and Marah Pierce were recently rewarded for their creative endeavors as they had their art displayed at ArtSpace Chicago this month as part of the 2025 Art ConnectED showcase. This showcase is made to highlight up-and-coming artists in the Chicagoland area by giving them a platform to show their art. “They’re already making connections, because a lot of people that are affluent will go there and they’re looking at rising artists,” said Fine Arts Department Chair Michael Skura. While getting their art out into the public eye is important, being in the showcase is important to these students. “It feels great because art’s so important in my life, it’s been a thing that’s been a constant since I was little,” said McNanna.