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Building a Living System of Learning: Inside the Sixth-Grade Cell Project
January
21
,
2026
When students model a system with their own movement, it’s a deeper kind of understanding than memorization alone can provide
A Century on the Record
January
20
,
2026
How the
Midway
—and the students and teachers behind it—continue to shape democratic life at Lab
Designing the Future, Honoring the Past: The Evolving Architecture of the Laboratory Schools
January
20
,
2026
The spirit of Lab is reflected in the campus itself, where new spaces rise alongside historic ones.
Students Explore Paleontology Through Fossil Lab
October
27
,
2025
From the Midway—H
ands-on experience with paleontology through the University of Chicago’s Fossil Lab
Charting Our Future: Understanding the ISACS Accreditation Process
October
20
,
2025
Go behind the scenes of Lab’s ambitious accreditation journey—a community-wide effort to reflect, collaborate, and shape the future of our Schools.
Celebrated Photographer Brings MacArthur Award–Winning Practice to Laboratory Schools
October
12
,
2025
When Tonika Lewis Johnson spoke to Lab faculty this fall, she shared how art can illuminate the social landscape—and soon after, the world recognized her vision, naming her a 2024 MacArthur Genius.
University of Chicago Laboratory Schools Ranked Among Top 5 Private Schools in Illinois
October
1
,
2025
Celebrating Lab’s place among the best private schools in Illinois.
Meet Dr. Sue Groesbeck, the Laboratory Schools’ New Interim Director
September
3
,
2025
This fall, the Laboratory Schools welcomes Dr. Sue Groesbeck as interim director—a leader whose nearly five-decade career includes service in public and independent schools throughout the United States and abroad.
Lab Alum Amanda Williams '92 Recreates Historic Blue Pigment with UChicago Chemists
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July
11
,
2025
Lab alum teams up with UChicago chemists to recreate George Washington Carver’s 1927 blue pigment—blending art, science, and history.
Life After Lab: Alumni Share Their College Journey with Seniors
January
30
,
2025
On January 7, Lab seniors gathered for a panel with alumni who shared their college experiences and advice, helping the Class of 2025 prepare for their next chapter.
Alumna and Nobel Laureate Andrea Ghez '83 to be Presented Unversity's Alumni Medal
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July
16
,
2024
One of the highest alumni honors awarded by the University, the award recognizes exceptional career achievement.
Alumni find love at Lab
February
14
,
2024
Senior Getaway was the turning point for one couple. An invitation to listen to the new Miles Davis record marked the beginning for another.
Pioneering Innovations in Health Care
December
15
,
2023
How Lab graduates have revolutionized medicine through groundbreaking contributions to health care.
Lab in the House: A Tale of Two Genres
November
17
,
2023
Highlighting Lab alumni who were pioneers of Chicago's house music and hip hop genres.
Robotics Fuels Inquiry, Innovation
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November
7
,
2023
Jose Corpuz ’85 built the Millennium Falcon. 30 years later, this Lab alumnus serves as a mentor to his alma mater’s Robotics team.
The Genius of Lab
July
12
,
2023
Exploring Lab's growing connection to the prestigious MacArthur award
A Walk Across America
July
6
,
2023
Sam Rezaei and James Dill recollect their walk from New York to California as a “completely different chapter of our lives”
Alumna Leslie Hairston, ’79, Recalls U-High as Foundational for Public Service
May
9
,
2023
During her years as alderwoman, Hairston says she has a lot of memorable moments
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Building a Living System of Learning: Inside the Sixth-Grade Cell Project
January
21
,
2026
When students model a system with their own movement, it’s a deeper kind of understanding than memorization alone can provide
A Century on the Record
January
20
,
2026
How the
Midway
—and the students and teachers behind it—continue to shape democratic life at Lab
Designing the Future, Honoring the Past: The Evolving Architecture of the Laboratory Schools
January
20
,
2026
The spirit of Lab is reflected in the campus itself, where new spaces rise alongside historic ones.
Students Explore Paleontology Through Fossil Lab
October
27
,
2025
From the Midway—H
ands-on experience with paleontology through the University of Chicago’s Fossil Lab
Charting Our Future: Understanding the ISACS Accreditation Process
October
20
,
2025
Go behind the scenes of Lab’s ambitious accreditation journey—a community-wide effort to reflect, collaborate, and shape the future of our Schools.
Celebrated Photographer Brings MacArthur Award–Winning Practice to Laboratory Schools
October
12
,
2025
When Tonika Lewis Johnson spoke to Lab faculty this fall, she shared how art can illuminate the social landscape—and soon after, the world recognized her vision, naming her a 2024 MacArthur Genius.
University of Chicago Laboratory Schools Ranked Among Top 5 Private Schools in Illinois
October
1
,
2025
Celebrating Lab’s place among the best private schools in Illinois.
Meet Dr. Sue Groesbeck, the Laboratory Schools’ New Interim Director
September
3
,
2025
This fall, the Laboratory Schools welcomes Dr. Sue Groesbeck as interim director—a leader whose nearly five-decade career includes service in public and independent schools throughout the United States and abroad.
Lab Alum Amanda Williams '92 Recreates Historic Blue Pigment with UChicago Chemists
(opens in new window/tab)
July
11
,
2025
Lab alum teams up with UChicago chemists to recreate George Washington Carver’s 1927 blue pigment—blending art, science, and history.
Life After Lab: Alumni Share Their College Journey with Seniors
January
30
,
2025
On January 7, Lab seniors gathered for a panel with alumni who shared their college experiences and advice, helping the Class of 2025 prepare for their next chapter.
Alumna and Nobel Laureate Andrea Ghez '83 to be Presented Unversity's Alumni Medal
(opens in new window/tab)
July
16
,
2024
One of the highest alumni honors awarded by the University, the award recognizes exceptional career achievement.
Alumni find love at Lab
February
14
,
2024
Senior Getaway was the turning point for one couple. An invitation to listen to the new Miles Davis record marked the beginning for another.
Pioneering Innovations in Health Care
December
15
,
2023
How Lab graduates have revolutionized medicine through groundbreaking contributions to health care.
Lab in the House: A Tale of Two Genres
November
17
,
2023
Highlighting Lab alumni who were pioneers of Chicago's house music and hip hop genres.
Robotics Fuels Inquiry, Innovation
(opens in new window/tab)
November
7
,
2023
Jose Corpuz ’85 built the Millennium Falcon. 30 years later, this Lab alumnus serves as a mentor to his alma mater’s Robotics team.
The Genius of Lab
July
12
,
2023
Exploring Lab's growing connection to the prestigious MacArthur award
A Walk Across America
July
6
,
2023
Sam Rezaei and James Dill recollect their walk from New York to California as a “completely different chapter of our lives”
Alumna Leslie Hairston, ’79, Recalls U-High as Foundational for Public Service
May
9
,
2023
During her years as alderwoman, Hairston says she has a lot of memorable moments
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