Early Application Deadline Approaching for Seniors

The early application deadline for many colleges is on November 1st.  The deadline marks the start of the admissions process for the incoming fall of 2026 college students. Applying during the early admissions cycle may allow for students to have an advantage in admission decisions and scholarship consideration. On top of their school work, seniors at East have been working on the next steps of … Continue reading Early Application Deadline Approaching for Seniors

Women’s Empowerment Club brings Strong Ideas to New School Year

East’s Women’s Empowerment club is working hard to make a change on campus this year by initiating multiple projects, including making menstrual products free on campus. The Women’s Empowerment club works to promote gender equality and uplift women in the community. The club is a space created to be a safe and inclusive environment where members can share their experiences and highlight women’s accomplishments. Through … Continue reading Women’s Empowerment Club brings Strong Ideas to New School Year

Above and Beyond: Coalition Club

Coalition Club is holding their next meeting on Sept. 17 in room F231. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Coalition defines itself on their Instagram page as, “a student-led group amplifying diverse voices, fostering inclusion, and driving change in our schools and community.” Club President Carsyn Poindexter and Vice President Kameron Williams work together with board members from Oswego East and Oswego High School … Continue reading Above and Beyond: Coalition Club

East Student Athlete of the Week: Zachary Johnson

Senior golfer Zachary Johnson has been chosen as Athlete of the Week for his contribution to amplifying E.A.S.T.’s core values of excellence, academic, spirit, and tradition. Now a four-year member of East’s golf team and a varsity standout since his sophomore year, Johnson has grown into a record-setting player and the sport holds a special place in his heart. “My grandpa is the one who … Continue reading East Student Athlete of the Week: Zachary Johnson

East BPA Succeeds at Regionals

On Jan 20, East hosted the Illinois Area 17 Business Professionals of America (BPA) regional competitions. They faced a record number of competition from West Aurora and West Chicago, but still pulled ahead with more than 65 individuals and teams qualifying for the state competition.  Among those is Senior Daniela Nether, who competed in Medical Coding and Parliamentary Procedures. “This was my second year in … Continue reading East BPA Succeeds at Regionals

East Seniors Recap the First Semester of their Senior Year

East’s class of 2024 experienced varying levels of stress during the first semester of their Senior year due to their class schedules, extracurricular activities, college applications, and other factors.  Some Seniors including Landon Kangas feel that their lives are easier after finishing Junior year.  “It’s definitely the easiest year so far. I’ve never been too stressed out with school, but this is by far my … Continue reading East Seniors Recap the First Semester of their Senior Year

East Teachers Opinion on 2023 Midterm Schedule

East’s 2023 midterms will take place from Friday Dec. 15, through Tuesday Dec. 19, giving students and teachers a weekend break in between the testing days.  Kristin Rude, who teaches Spanish 2, 4 and AP Spanish Literature, is unaffected by the broken up testing schedule.  “It doesn’t really affect my plans, because I just have certain things I do in the days prior to the … Continue reading East Teachers Opinion on 2023 Midterm Schedule

East BPA Prepares for Regionals

Throughout December, the East Business Professionals of America (BPA) has been gearing up for their regional competitions in January. At regionals, students will compete against West Aurora, West Chicago, and Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) in competitions relating to a wide variety of presentations and tests covering topics such as Network Design, Extemporaneous Speech, Business Law and Ethics, and Payroll Accounting, and many more. … Continue reading East BPA Prepares for Regionals

East’s Varsity Basketball Dominates Crosstown Rivals

The Wolves took care of business on Tuesday night, leaving the court with a 60 – 38 win over the Oswego Panthers. East got out to a slow start, finishing the 1st quarter with a mere nine points. Senior basketball player, Andrew Wiggins, attributed the team’s early troubles to a lack of focus. “The game was very sluggish in the beginning and we were playing … Continue reading East’s Varsity Basketball Dominates Crosstown Rivals

BPAC Hosts their Annual Day of the Dead Event

On Thursday, Nov 2, BPAC (Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee) held their annual Day of the Dead event at East View Academy, welcoming over 100 parents and students.  From loteria (lottery) to Mexican cultural beverages and conchas (sweet Mexican bread), this event combined the Dia de los Muertos traditions into an event for the community to part-take on.  BPAC board members, Diana Calvillo and Jessyka Quintero, … Continue reading BPAC Hosts their Annual Day of the Dead Event

East yearbook team brings home third place award in state competition

After a successful conference and sectional run, Oswego East’s 2022 yearbook has been recognized as one of the best yearbooks in the state.  Last week on Monday, January 9, the 2021-2022 yearbook contest results from the Illinois Journalism Education Association (ILJE) were announced, with East coming in third for “overall general excellence”. East’s yearbook competes in Division 6, competing against other schools in the state … Continue reading East yearbook team brings home third place award in state competition