Lindblom math and science academy
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Robert Lindblom Math & Science Academy is a public secondary
school which is part of the Chicago Public School system. It is a selective enrollment, university-preparatory
high school in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago. The school, originally named Lindblom Technical High School is named for Robert Lindblom, a nineteenth century Swedish–born trader on the Chicago Board of Trade
. On June 9, 2010 the Chicago City Council approved the designation of the Lindblom Building as a Chicago landmark
by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks
.
The "Seven Pillars"
The seven pillars that are prominent in the façade of the school have been assigned meanings condensed from the 144 "Rules of Conduct" written by the class of 2009 on August 30, 2009. This was established in order to remind students what is expected from them by attending Lindblom. The seven pillars represent the following seven statements:
In 2003, Lindblom underwent a two-year, $42 million renovation. BauerLatoza Studio was hired by Chicago Public Schools to develop the entire project, that consisted of modernized forms of architecture, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. BauerLatoza Studio had also designed brand new computer and science labs throughout the building. The grand reopening was held by the Lindblom Alumni Association and the Board of Education on October 14, 2005. The occasion featured alumna Cheryl Burton
, as the mistress of ceremonies.
The school reopened in the fall of 2005 as Lindblom Math & Science Academy welcoming its first class of freshmen along with the final class of Lindblom College Prep High School graduating in spring of 2006.
In December, 2008, Lindblom received preliminary landmark status from the Commission on Chicago Landmarks . In June 2010, the Chicago City Council
's Landmarks Committee approved the designation of the school as a city landmark, citing “distinctive and exceptional example” of the Beaux Arts Style of architecture “with its monumental classical façade, light-colored masonry and symmetry.”
as part of their SCIENCE@WORK initiative.
The objective of the Baxter Initiative is twofold. First, Baxter is provided support for Lindblom's biotechnology courses. The second was the creation of the teacher professional development program, the Biotechnology Center of Excellence. Teachers from other Chicago high schools can attend professional development at Lindblom in order to create their own biotechnology programs. The initiative also provides support for Chicago's Renaissance 2010 program and the Illinois Institute of Technology’s (IIT) Instructional Development System.
Secondary school
Secondary school is a term used to describe an educational institution where the final stage of schooling, known as secondary education and usually compulsory up to a specified age, takes place...
school which is part of the Chicago Public School system. It is a selective enrollment, university-preparatory
University-preparatory school
A university-preparatory school or college-preparatory school is a secondary school, usually private, designed to prepare students for a college or university education...
high school in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago. The school, originally named Lindblom Technical High School is named for Robert Lindblom, a nineteenth century Swedish–born trader on the Chicago Board of Trade
Chicago Board of Trade
The Chicago Board of Trade , established in 1848, is the world's oldest futures and options exchange. More than 50 different options and futures contracts are traded by over 3,600 CBOT members through open outcry and eTrading. Volumes at the exchange in 2003 were a record breaking 454 million...
. On June 9, 2010 the Chicago City Council approved the designation of the Lindblom Building as a Chicago landmark
Chicago Landmark
Chicago Landmark is a designation of the Mayor of Chicago and the Chicago City Council for historic buildings and other sites in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Listed sites are selected after meeting a combination of criteria, including historical, economic, architectural, artistic, cultural,...
by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks
Commission on Chicago Landmarks
The Commission on Chicago Landmarks, established in 1968 by a Chicago City Ordinance, is composed of nine members appointed by the Mayor and the Chicago City Council. It is responsible for presenting recommendations of individual buildings, sites, objects, or entire districts to be designated as...
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The building
Lindblom Technical High School was completed in 1919 and was designed by architect Arthur Hussander. Lindblom was designed in a Beaux-Arts style and has a neo-classical façade with Roman columns. Within the building is a 2,000 seat auditorium (with two balconies), two gymnasiums, a large study hall/ballroom on the third floor with a barrel-vaulted ceiling and large skylights, a swimming pool, and a greenhouse.The "Seven Pillars"
The seven pillars that are prominent in the façade of the school have been assigned meanings condensed from the 144 "Rules of Conduct" written by the class of 2009 on August 30, 2009. This was established in order to remind students what is expected from them by attending Lindblom. The seven pillars represent the following seven statements:
- We will set realistic goals and will "begin with the end in mind" (7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, Sean Covey).We will keep track of our progress and seek help as soon as it is needed. We will be determined to stay focused until our goals are achieved.
- We will come to school on time and be prepared for all class and colloquia.
- When involved in group projects, each will do his /her part and will speak audibly and effectively to enhance peer understanding.
- We will help others who struggle and will be respectful of their needs. We will be positive, considerate, and open-minded as we interact with staff and students.
- We will believe in ourselves and each other.
- We will take an initiative and responsibility for a clean campus environment.
- We will pursue success with a positive attitude and with a willingness to help and encourage others.
In 2003, Lindblom underwent a two-year, $42 million renovation. BauerLatoza Studio was hired by Chicago Public Schools to develop the entire project, that consisted of modernized forms of architecture, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. BauerLatoza Studio had also designed brand new computer and science labs throughout the building. The grand reopening was held by the Lindblom Alumni Association and the Board of Education on October 14, 2005. The occasion featured alumna Cheryl Burton
Cheryl Burton
Cheryl Burton is a news anchor at WLS-TV in Chicago. She anchors the station's 5 p.m. newscast alongside Ron Magers and is a contributor on the 10 p.m. newscast.-Education and Personal Life:...
, as the mistress of ceremonies.
The school reopened in the fall of 2005 as Lindblom Math & Science Academy welcoming its first class of freshmen along with the final class of Lindblom College Prep High School graduating in spring of 2006.
In December, 2008, Lindblom received preliminary landmark status from the Commission on Chicago Landmarks . In June 2010, the Chicago City Council
Chicago City Council
The Chicago City Council is the legislative branch of the government of the City of Chicago in Illinois. It consists of 50 aldermen elected from 50 wards to serve four-year terms...
's Landmarks Committee approved the designation of the school as a city landmark, citing “distinctive and exceptional example” of the Beaux Arts Style of architecture “with its monumental classical façade, light-colored masonry and symmetry.”
Partnership with Baxter International
In October, 2008 Lindblom became partners with Baxter InternationalBaxter International
Baxter International Inc. , is an American health care company with headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. The company primarily focuses on products to treat hemophilia, kidney disease, immune disorders and other chronic and acute medical conditions...
as part of their SCIENCE@WORK initiative.
The objective of the Baxter Initiative is twofold. First, Baxter is provided support for Lindblom's biotechnology courses. The second was the creation of the teacher professional development program, the Biotechnology Center of Excellence. Teachers from other Chicago high schools can attend professional development at Lindblom in order to create their own biotechnology programs. The initiative also provides support for Chicago's Renaissance 2010 program and the Illinois Institute of Technology’s (IIT) Instructional Development System.
Schedule
Lindblom Math & Science Academy is on a block schedule. Students have four classes per day:Three that last 100 minutes; one that lasts 50, and one 50 minute lunch period. This allows us to focus on depth over breadth. 100-minute classes meet two days a week and 50 minute classes meet four. The school also offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses, where students can earn college credit after the completion of the course and an AP exam at the end of the school year.Activities
The Lindblom Debate Team competes in the Chicago Debate League at both the high school and middle school levels.Athletics
Lindblom features a variety of sports, including football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, water polo, volleyball, cross country/track, swimming, golf, and bowling. In the 2008-2009 school year, LMSA started its first Girls' Swim Team, and Boys' Swim Team. That same year, Lindblom started its Water polo team.Notable alumni
- Cheryl BurtonCheryl BurtonCheryl Burton is a news anchor at WLS-TV in Chicago. She anchors the station's 5 p.m. newscast alongside Ron Magers and is a contributor on the 10 p.m. newscast.-Education and Personal Life:...
is an Emmy AwardEmmy AwardAn Emmy Award, often referred to simply as the Emmy, is a television production award, similar in nature to the Peabody Awards but more focused on entertainment, and is considered the television equivalent to the Academy Awards and the Grammy Awards .A majority of Emmys are presented in various...
–winning television journalist for WLS-TVWLS-TVWLS-TV, virtual channel 7, is an owned-and-operated television station of the Walt Disney Company-owned American Broadcasting Company, located in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The station operates their full power digital operations on UHF channel 44, with their digital fill-in translator on VHF channel...
in Chicago. - Lance Crouther was one of the stars of the Chris Rock Show, he is most famous for portraying the character Pootie TangPootie TangPootie Tang is an American comedy film written and directed by Louis C.K. and released in 2001. It was adapted from a comedy sketch that first appeared on The Chris Rock Show. The character Pootie Tang is a satire of the stereotyped characters who appeared in old blaxploitation films...
. He was a writer on The Chris Rock ShowThe Chris Rock ShowThe Chris Rock Show is a late night comedy talk show featured on HBO. It was created by Chris Rock and featured various guests. The show won an Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety or Music Program in 1999. It ran for three seasons from 1997 to 2000. Seasons 1 and 2 were released as a DVD set...
and most recently is credited for writing on the Documentary / Comedy Good HairGood HairGood Hair is a 2009 American comedy documentary film produced by Chris Rock Productions and HBO Films, starring and narrated by comedian Chris Rock. Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival on January 18, 2009, Good Hair was released to select theaters in the United States by Roadside Attractions...
. - Erik R. Fleming - Member of the Mississippi House of RepresentativesMississippi House of RepresentativesThe Mississippi House of Representatives is the lower house of the Mississippi Legislature, the lawmaking body of the U.S. state of Mississippi....
from the 72nd district - Chet Giermak – All-American collegiate basketball player at The College of William & Mary
- Steve "Silk" Hurley is a Grammy AwardGrammy AwardA Grammy Award — or Grammy — is an accolade by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States to recognize outstanding achievement in the music industry...
–nominated house musicHouse musicHouse music is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in Chicago, Illinois, United States in the early 1980s. It was initially popularized in mid-1980s discothèques catering to the African-American, Latino American, and gay communities; first in Chicago circa 1984, then in other...
pioneer, music producer, and DJDisc jockeyA disc jockey, also known as DJ, is a person who selects and plays recorded music for an audience. Originally, "disc" referred to phonograph records, not the later Compact Discs. Today, the term includes all forms of music playback, no matter the medium.There are several types of disc jockeys...
. - Ali LeRoiAli LeRoiAli LeRoi is an American television producer, director, writer and actor. LeRoi attended Lindblom Technical High School and graduated in 1979 along with Lance Crouther . LeRoi is best known as co-creator and executive producer of the UPN and later The CW sitcom Everybody Hates Chris alongside...
is an actor, director, producer and Emmy AwardEmmy AwardAn Emmy Award, often referred to simply as the Emmy, is a television production award, similar in nature to the Peabody Awards but more focused on entertainment, and is considered the television equivalent to the Academy Awards and the Grammy Awards .A majority of Emmys are presented in various...
winning writer best known for his work with Chris RockChris RockChristopher Julius "Chris" Rock III is an American comedian, actor, screenwriter, television producer, film producer and director. He was voted in the US as the 5th greatest stand-up comedian of all time by Comedy Central...
(The Chris Rock ShowThe Chris Rock ShowThe Chris Rock Show is a late night comedy talk show featured on HBO. It was created by Chris Rock and featured various guests. The show won an Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety or Music Program in 1999. It ran for three seasons from 1997 to 2000. Seasons 1 and 2 were released as a DVD set...
, Everybody Hates ChrisEverybody Hates ChrisEverybody Hates Chris is an African American television period sitcom inspired by the teenage experiences of comedian Chris Rock , while growing up in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York . The show is set from 1982 to 1987; however, Rock himself was a teenager during years...
). - Ethel L. PayneEthel L. PayneEthel L. Payne was an African American journalist. Known as the "First Lady of the Black Press", she was a columnist, lecturer, and free-lance writer. She combined advocacy with journalism as she reported on the civil rights movement during the 1950s and 1960s...
was an award-winning journalist known as the "First Lady of the Black Press". She was the first African–American woman to be issued White HouseWhite HouseThe White House is the official residence and principal workplace of the president of the United States. Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., the house was designed by Irish-born James Hoban, and built between 1792 and 1800 of white-painted Aquia sandstone in the Neoclassical...
press credentials and the first o serve as a commentator for a national television newscast. - Gene RayburnGene RayburnGene Rayburn was an American radio and television personality. He is best known as the host of various editions of the popular American television game show Match Game for over two decades....
was a radio and television personality best remembered for being the host of the game showGame showA game show is a type of radio or television program in which members of the public, television personalities or celebrities, sometimes as part of a team, play a game which involves answering questions or solving puzzles usually for money and/or prizes...
Match GameMatch GameMatch Game is an American television game show in which contestants attempted to match celebrities' answers to fill-in-the-blank questions...
(1962–84). - John W. Reagan – one of the Golden ThirteenGolden ThirteenThe Golden Thirteen were the thirteen African American enlisted men who became the first African American commissioned and warrant officers in the United States Navy.-History:...
, first African-American commissioned officers in the U.S. Navy - Bill Roetzheim was a two–time Olympic gymnast.
- Jerry SandersJerry Sanders (businessman)Walter Jeremiah Sanders III was a co-founder and a long-time CEO of the American semiconductor manufacturer Advanced Micro Devices ....
is the founder and CEO of Advanced Micro DevicesAdvanced Micro DevicesAdvanced Micro Devices, Inc. or AMD is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California, that develops computer processors and related technologies for commercial and consumer markets...
. - Henry Smidl - Coach of Lindblom gymnastics program and member of the US Gymnastics Hall of Fame.
- Eileen Jackson Southern was a professor of RenaissanceRenaissance musicRenaissance music is European music written during the Renaissance. Defining the beginning of the musical era is difficult, given that its defining characteristics were adopted only gradually; musicologists have placed its beginnings from as early as 1300 to as late as the 1470s.Literally meaning...
and African-American music; the first African-American woman to become a tenured full professor at Harvard UniversityHarvard UniversityHarvard University is a private Ivy League university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, established in 1636 by the Massachusetts legislature. Harvard is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States and the first corporation chartered in the country...
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