REMINDER | Senior Events
Senior event tickets for both Prom and the Bowling Luncheon are now live in Aspen’s Parent Portal. A prom ticket at the rate of $165 and a bowling luncheon ticket at $30 have been added as debts to the accounts of all eligible seniors. All payments must be completed in Aspen by midnight on May 8. After this deadline, unpaid ticket debts will be removed, and we will not be able to accommodate any additional purchases due to final headcount commitments with venues.
Students who plan to bring a guest (non-Amundsen senior) to prom must submit a completed guest form, which will result in a second prom ticket being added to their Aspen account. Guest forms are due by May 4 to ensure payment can be completed by May 8. Forms are available in Room 128.
If your student would like a vegetarian meal or has any dietary restrictions, you must email AP Ortiz at [email protected]
If no request is submitted, the default meal will be chicken for prom and a pizza buffet for the luncheon.
Students attending the Bowling Luncheon must also return a signed permission slip, available in Room 128.
THANK YOU! | AAF Banner Project
Thank you to our incredible MVP, Captain and Player level sponsors for supporting AAF's Banner Project. All Amundsen based teams will have a brand new banner hanging in the gym celebrating previous and future team accomplishments!
COLLEGE POSSIBLE | Now Recruiting Sophomores
College Possible is currently recruiting 10th grade students for its college access program. This is a strong opportunity for students who are planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree and want structured support through every step of the college application process, from ACT prep to essays, financial aid, and scholarships. Students in this program are three times more likely to graduate from college. To be eligible, students must be in 10th grade, have at least a 2.5 GPA, demonstrate interest in earning a bachelor’s degree, and meet income eligibility requirements. Families can learn more and apply here.
CELEBRATIONS | State Science Fair Success
We also want to recognize our Viking scientists for their performance at the 99th Annual IJAS State Science Exposition at SIU Carbondale. Three of our students earned 1st Place Gold in their respective Senior Division categories for the state of Illinois. This is a significant accomplishment and speaks to the depth of research, innovation, and perseverance demonstrated by our students and the staff who supported them.
CELEBRATIONS | Academic Decathlon – National Competition
Dear Amundsen Community,
Congratulations to the Amundsen Academic Decathlon Team for participating in the United States Academic Decathlon Nationals Competition in Division IV on 4/23/2026 to 4/25/2026 at Hyatt Regency Orange County in Garden Grove, California.
Some notable accomplishments include:
Overall: Division IV Super Quiz - 1st Place
Most Valuable Decathlete - Niki K. - $250
Highest Scorer - Niki K. - $250
Niki K. - 3rd Place - $500
Jackson J. - 2nd Place - $750
Name - Place - Division
Science: Niki K. - 1st Place - Honors
Music: Niki K. - 1st Place - Honors, Jackson J. - 2nd Place - Scholastic, Jonah F. - 3rd Place - Varsity
Social Science: Jackson J. - 1st Place - Scholastic
Literature: Jackson J. - 3rd Place - Scholastic
Math: Jonah F. - 1st Place - Varsity, Gavin J. - 3rd Place - Varsity
Art: Jackson J. - 2nd Place - Scholastic
Sincerely,
Coach Zhu
CELEBRATIONS | Viking Math Team – City of Chicago Math League
Please join us in congratulating our Viking Mathletes on a strong finish to the City of Chicago Math League season at Contest 5, held at Lane Tech. This marked the final contest of the 2025–2026 school year, and our students represented Amundsen well.
Amundsen is currently ranked 6th place in Division B overall. The Algebra 1 Team earned 3rd place in Division B, with Prudence S. and Edgar M. recognized as team high scorers. Sarah H. led the Geometry team as high scorer, and Peter M. earned high scorer honors for Algebra 2. We appreciate Coach Zhu and the entire team for their hard work and commitment throughout the season.
CELEBRATIONS | Viking Theatre Company
Our Viking Theatre Company continues to build on the success of their recent production of Little Shop of Horrors. The production is now being considered for the Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards, competing against nearly 100 schools across the state. Nominations include best performer, best ensemble, best direction, and best production. We are incredibly proud of our student performers and crew, and we look forward to hearing results later this month.
REQUEST | Art Department Donation – Beads Needed
Our art department is asking for support from the community. Students have been invited to design a window display for a local Andersonville business, and one of their concepts involves the use of beads. If you have any beads at home—any color or size—and are willing to donate, please drop them off in the main office labeled for Mrs. MacBeth or send them with your student to Room 303. We appreciate your support in helping bring student creativity to life.
ON SALE NOW | AAF Spring Social
Join AAF at our annual Spring Social, Friday 5/15 at Gideon Welles from 6-9p. Details below!
REMINDER | The 2025-26 Yearbook!
Time is running out to order your 2025–2026 yearbook. Orders must be placed by April 29 to receive free shipping to the school. Any orders placed after that date will be shipped to your home with an additional fee. Seniors should note that late orders may not arrive in time for Senior Picnic. Orders can be placed HERE.
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
Friday, May 1 | Q4 Progress Reports
Friday, May 8 | AHS Decision Day
Monday, May 11 | FOA Meeting--6pm
Thursday, May 14 | Flex PD - Student Early Dismissal
Tuesday, May 19 | LSC Meeting--6pm
Tuesday, May 19 | AHS Spring Band Concert--6pm
Wednesday, May 20 | AHS Spring Orchestra Concert--6pm
Thursday, May 21 | AHS Spring Chorus Concert
Monday, May 25 | Memorial Day--No School
