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The Parker Weekly

The student news site of Francis W. Parker School

The Parker Weekly

The student news site of Francis W. Parker School

The Parker Weekly

Julia Marks

Julia Marks, Editor-in-Chief

Julia Marks is a senior and is thrilled to be serving as Editor-in-Chief for her fourth and final year on the staff of “The Weekly.” She has previously served as News Editor in her junior year, a Copy Editor in her sophomore year, and a Staff Writer in her freshman year. Outside of "The Weekly," Julia participates in Model UN and is a member of Parker’s field hockey team.

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New Assistant Principal Priyanka Rupani starts her new job on July 1. Photo courtesy of Francis W. Parker.

Welcome, Ms. Rupani

Parker Welcomes Priyanka Rupani as New Assistant Principal
Julia Marks
April 2, 2021
Dr. Farah Fahim in her visit with the Science Fiction class. Photo courtesy of Nick Saracino.

Quantum Qualifications

Visiting Engineer Dr. Farah Fahim Speaks to Science Classes Virtually
Jacob Boxerman and Julia Marks
January 29, 2021
Payton Pitts looks for an opening at a varsity basketball practice. Photo courtesy of Payton Pitts.

Mask-etball

Parker Upper School Basketball Season Postponed due to COVID-19
Julia Marks
December 18, 2020
"Thanksgiving: Now With Mute Button." Comic by Maddy Leja.

Zoomsgiving

Please Have a Virtual Thanksgiving
Julia Marks
November 24, 2020
Michelle Gielan presenting a diagram in her virtual MX for students. Photo courtesy of Michelle Gielan.

How To Be Happy

Michelle Gielan Speaks at Francine C. Rosenberg Lecture on Happiness During Uncertainty
Julia Marks
October 30, 2020
The Lincoln Park Zoo's entrance. Metal fences direct visitors into the zoo in an orderly fashion.

I Went to the Zoo During a Pandemic

My Experience Visiting the Lincoln Park Zoo
Julia Marks
October 7, 2020
"COVID-19 Case in the 8th Grade. A switch to Remote Learning for Two Weeks."

COVID-19 Case in the 8th Grade

A Switch to Remote Learning for Two Weeks
Julia Marks
October 6, 2020
Fuel Our Heroes Chicago's Instagram Profile.

Fuel Our Heroes

Parker Students Work to Assist Medical Professionals During COVID-19
Julia Marks, News Editor
June 3, 2020

Making a Difference One Stitch at a Time

Members of the Parker community create masks to help during COVID-19
Julia Marks, News Editor
May 13, 2020

Head-To-Head: Should We Implement Senior Month?

The New Proposal Takes Away From Seniors
Julia Marks, News Editor
April 12, 2020
The Starbucks drinks that twelve upper school students mobile ordered to have picked up and brought back to school for them by two generous students.

Parker Hosts First Annual Starbucks Mobile Order Pickup Competition

Starbucks Regulars Compete For Eternal Glory
Julia Marks, News Editor
March 31, 2020

“Unplug”

Parker Alumni Zuri Mabrey-Wakefield Writes New Column in Unplug Magazine
Julia Marks, News Editor
February 13, 2020

Head to Head: ACT’s New System

The Benefits of Retaking the Test One Section at a Time
Julia Marks, News Editor
January 30, 2020
Michael James speaks to the Junior Class about his activism and civil disobedience.

Cafes, Change, and Civil Disobedience

Michael Gaylord James Visits Parker as Annual Henry David Thoreau Speaker
Julia Marks, News Editor
December 19, 2019
Hill Harper with a sixth grade student after inviting her up on stage to participate in the Morning Ex.

Building Our Future

Actor and author Hill Harper presents at Morning Ex
Julia Marks, News Editor
November 26, 2019
Librarian Mary Coleman poses for a photo in the library.

Collaborate

Parker Librarian Mary Catherine Coleman Publishes New Book
Julia Marks, News Editor
October 30, 2019

Girls In STEM

Middle School Robotics Team Offers All-Girls Option
Julia Marks, News Editor
October 10, 2019

A New Mentorship Program

Upper School Bridge Program Tweaked
Julia Marks, News Editor
September 5, 2019
Stepping stones made by Parker students as a tribute to Ms. Debbie Cole.

A Step to Remember

Senior Art Tribute Created in Honor of Ms. Cole
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
June 5, 2019

Dreamcatcher Foundation Receives Berkowitz Award

Berkowitz Committee Awards $10,000 Annual Grant
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
June 5, 2019
Sophomore Camille Freedman posing in her dance photoshoot. Photo courtesy of Camille Freedman.

Finding Their Balance

A Deeper Look into the Lives of Student Dancers
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
May 9, 2019

Let Them Run

Julia Marks, Copy Editor
April 4, 2019
Parker Hosts AirPod Drive

Parker Hosts AirPod Drive

Parker Hopes to Provide All Students with the School Necessity
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
March 30, 2019

Sleeping at School

Visiting Scientist Dr. Eve Van Cauter Returns to Parker
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
February 14, 2019
Sophomores Benji Gourji, Will Ehrlich, and Spencer  O'Brien and junior Jared Saef perform an a cappella number at Vespers

@Castaldichoir Takes On Vespers

Taking a Deeper Look into Vespers 2018
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
January 31, 2019

Why Do Parker Students Always Attend the White Out Game?

Discussing Student Spirit and Sportsmanship
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
December 20, 2018

Parker Parent Elected Governor of Illinois

J.B. Pritzker Wins Illinois Governor Race
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
November 20, 2018
Student Government Treasurer, Jack Maling, giving the latest update on participatory budgeting proposals at a Friday plenary.

Where is the Espresso Machine?

Issues with Participatory Budgeting Proposals
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
October 30, 2018
Sra. Villagomez teaching a Spanish II class about describing the weather.

From 7th Grade to the Upper School

A familiar face joins the Upper School language department
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
October 4, 2018

The Secret to a Stress Free School Year

The Importance of Taking a Break From Cell Phones
Julia Marks, Copy Editor
September 5, 2018
Newly-elected President Annette Njei presides over the Student Body.

The Votes are In!

Results of the 2018 Student Government Election
Julia Marks, Staff Writer
June 6, 2018
Head to Head: Seniors Should Be Allowed to Vote

Head to Head: Seniors Should Be Allowed to Vote

Should Seniors Be Allowed to Vote in SG Elections?
Julia Marks, Staff Writer
May 26, 2018
The Cast of “Sister Act” performs the closing number in the Friday performance.

Fun as a Nun

Julia Marks, Staff Writer
April 8, 2018
Caroline Conforti '20 (left) and Senna Gardener '20 (right) compete in the American Math competition.

Mathletes at Parker

Parker Students Participate in the American Math Competition
Julia Marks, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
Freshman Olivia Lansburgh talks to eighth graders about life in the Upper School.

New Eighth Grade Shadow Days

Drastic Changes Made to the Eighth Grade Shadow Days
Julia Marks, Staff Writer
January 31, 2018
Class-less in Seattle

Class-less in Seattle

Is Missing Class Worth the Experiences of School Trips?
Julia Marks, Staff Writer
December 20, 2017
Freshman Rohan Dhingra practices his swing at the driving range before a match.

Who Runs the Golf World? Girls!

Julia Marks, Staff Writer
October 5, 2017
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