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The Spirit

The student news site of Saint Ignatius College Prep

The Spirit

The Spirit

Students work diligently practicing the “drill and kill” method

Classes That Make the Grade

Colin McCann, Staff Writer May 11, 2026

Students often say their favorite classes are the most interesting, but interest alone doesn’t guarantee proficiency. At Saint Ignatius, some classes stand out not just because they’re engaging,...

Photo of the Strait of Hormuz, https://www.freeworldmaps.net/ocean/hormuz-strait/

Rising Food Prices

Jack Rogers, Staff Writer May 11, 2026

Rising Prices Rising food prices are starting to hit close to home for Saint Ignatius students, showing up in places they notice everyday. What used to be an easy $8 meal is now moving closer to $15....

JD and Ted

Four Hundred and Fifty Years of Advice

JD Giannis, Staff Writer May 11, 2026

Over 450 years of advice from 5 elders, ranging in age between 70-90, was condensed into 30 minutes of conversation. This is what I got from it.   Their backgrounds? A Navy dentist, a Vietnam...

Winter Formal

Addie Allen February 19, 2026

Snow was falling outside, and inside, of Tully Hall Saturday night.  Winter Wonderland was the chosen theme for the annual freshman-sophomore Winter Forma and the hall was decorated with blue and white,...

The 2026 Chicago Auto Show

JD Giannis, Staff Writer February 19, 2026

The Chicago Auto Show returns to McCormick Place, and more than 200,000 visitors are expected to explore the latest models and innovations from two dozen automakers.   “I’ve gone for the...

The Viewers of the Grammys

Aryanna Aguas, Staff Writer February 19, 2026

Music, politics and outstanding moments took stage at this year's Grammy Awards. This year, many record- breaking achievements were set with a wide variety of artists. As well as many taking home awards...

The Gary Bears

Ian Burris February 19, 2026

an Burris Mrs. Doyle Mrs. Carney The Gary Bears   As concerns continue to grow over Soldier Field, the Chicago Bears are exploring future stadium locations, creating a debate about...

Saint Ignatius spring break Model UN trip

Andrew Hart, Staff writer February 19, 2026

This spring break, Patrick Mahoney is preparing to go to Ireland to participate in a Model UN conference.  At the  conference, students will act as representatives from different countries and discuss...

Cold Day School Closures

Alistair Guth, Staff Writer February 19, 2026

Snow and extreme cold weather caused several school closures at Saint Ignatius College Prep  including a cold day on January 23, canceling classes for students and staff and disrupting normal student...

Kairos

Kairos

Kiran Brown, Staff Writer December 11, 2025

Kairos, a three-day religious retreat rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, brings students together to deepen their faith, form community, and reflect on God’s presence in their...

Mr. Peter Corrigan at Care For Real Site during the pilot Capstone program

The Senior Service Capstone Project

Skylar Greene, Staff Writer December 10, 2025

Saint Ignatius takes another step forward in living out their mission to educate young men and women for lives of faith, love, service, and leadership with the first launch of class-wide Capstone Project...

Winter Pep Rally

Caroline Cole and Staff Writer December 10, 2025

Hail Ignatius! Rah rah rah!!  Students and athletes at Saint Ignatius College prep are preparing for the annual Winter Sports Pep Rally. The rally will highlight the  following varsity teams: boys...

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