CHECK IT OUT | The Amundsen Explorer Vol. 6: Fourth Edition
Be sure to check out The Amundsen Explorer, the editorially independent student newspaper of Amundsen High School! Our talented Viking journalists publish engaging news and feature stories highlighting the voices, events, and accomplishments within our school community. Support student journalism by reading the latest edition today!
CALLING ALL WRITERS | Senior Show Script
Seniors, submit a play script to be produced onstage!
Guidelines:
A committee will choose the top scripts to be produced onstage. Winners will be announced after Spring Break. Performances are on May 1. Scripts are due by March 20. Join the Google Classroom for more information and to submit scripts: vhtb7dkj
Parents, please encourage your creative senior to submit their original script and take advantage of this unique opportunity to have their work performed on stage!
JOIN US | IB Arts Showcase
Join us for our annual IB Arts Showcase on Thursday, March 5th, running 5-7pm! All are welcomed to join in on the appreciation of our seniors hard work these past few years as they curated artworks with a personal connection and developed one of a kind musical compositions. Hope to see many familiar and new faces there!
NEWS | College Possible Scholarship
College Possible students are encouraged to complete our College Possible Scholarship Application for an opportunity to win financial awards ranging from $500-$15,000. (Only open for College Possible Seniors )
CONGRATULATIONS | Academic Decathlon State Competition Results
Dear Amundsen Community,
Academic Decathlon - 2/28/2026 - In Person - at University of Illinois at Chicago
Congratulations to the Amundsen Academic Decathlon Team for winning 3rd place in the entire state of Illinois Academic Decathlon Competition on 2/28/2026 at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Some notable accomplishments include:
Science
Niki K. - 3rd Place - Honors
Essay
Jackson J. - 2nd Place - Scholastic
Niki K. - 3rd Place - Honors
Social Science
Jackson J. - 3rd Place - Scholastic
We have been invited to participate in the United States Academic Decathlon National Competition IN PERSON at Garden Grove, California on April 23 - 25, 2026
Sincerely,
Coach Zhu
NEWS | Seniors, Want to Become Teachers? Join Teach Chicago Tomorrow!
Do you have a senior with a knack for leadership or teaching?
Are they looking for academic, career, and financial support opportunities in college?
Then have them learn about CPS's Teach Chicago Tomorrow!
Teach Chicago Tomorrow is a CPS 4-year pathway Program (partnering with City Colleges, ISU, UIC, NEIU, & Others) that helps your graduating seniors earn a bachelor’s degree in education and a teaching career. We provide robust wraparound supports during your students' college years, including:
ON SALE NOW | Viking Theatre Company presents Little Shop of Horrors
Buy your tickets now for Little Shop of Horrors on March 12-14. Tickets are free to Amundsen students. Everyone else can go to the link for information and to purchase tickets: https://sites.google.com/cps.edu/vikingtheatrecompany/buy-tickets.
REMINDER | The 2025-26 Yearbook!
Relive the moments that made this school year unforgettable! From spirit days and big wins to everyday memories with friends, this year’s yearbook captures it all. Order your yearbook today!
HIGHLIGHTS | Key Info Shared in Previous Issues of the Newsletter
AHS Career Fair
Erie Family Health Center at Amundsen presentation deck.
Amundsen School Counseling website
Scholarships in your INBOX!
CPS Volunteer Programs website
Amundsen Donors Choose Projects
School Fees Website
Chicago North Hockey Club
SPOTLIGHT | The Vikings Shop
Shop the Vikings Shop for AHS spirit wear! Orders are produced on the 15th and 30th of each month. Every purchase supports Friends of Amundsen (FOA), which funds academic and extracurricular programs for all Amundsen students. Thank you for showing your Viking pride and supporting our school community!
Important Dates
Thursday, March 5-6 | IB Arts Showcase (West Gym)
Friday, March 6 | Q3 Ends
Monday, March 9 | FOA Meeting--6pm
Thursday, March 12-14 | Viking Theatre Company: Little Shop of Horrors
Tuesday, March 17 | Staff Development--No School
Tuesday, March 17 | 2026 Primary Election
Wednesday, March 18 | Parent-Teacher Conferences
Thursday, March 19 | AHS Career Fair--9:35-11:20 (West Gym)
Friday, March 20 | AHS Community Day
Monday, March 23-27 | Spring Break
