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The news site of Evanston Township High School's student newspaper

The Evanstonian

Eden Drajpuch

Eden Drajpuch, Executive Editor

Hey! My name is Eden (she/her). I am a senior and an Executive Editor for the News, A&E, and Feature sections. This is my fourth year on staff, and in the past I have been a staff writer and an editor for the Feature section. This year, I am excited to build new relationships, create content that tells meaningful stories, and have a lot of fun along the way. Outside of The Evanstonian, I enjoy running, cooking meals with my family, and listening to podcasts. 

By Eden Drajpuch
ETHS set to become mask optional as of Feb. 28

ETHS set to become mask optional as of Feb. 28

Eden Drajpuch, Executive Editor February 22, 2022
As of Feb. 22, ETHS is set to transition to a mask-optional model on Monday, Feb. 28. Students and families were made aware of this change in an email addressed from Superintendent Eric Witherspoon. In ETHS’ mask-optional model, masks will no longer be required but will continue to be encouraged among staff and students to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. 

Administration outlines semester two changes

Eden Drajpuch, Executive Editor January 14, 2022

In an email sent earlier this week to students and families, the ETHS administration outlined changes that started at the beginning of semester two.. These changes came after a tumultuous end to first...

Illinois releases 2021 report cards

Eden Drajpuch, Executive Editor December 23, 2021

On Dec. 2, Illinois state education officials released the first school report cards since prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The report cards, which include information about academic performance and school...

Photo courtesy of Lia Kelly

Witherspoon set to retire at end of school year

Eden Drajpuch, Executive Editor September 14, 2021
On Sept. 13, Superintendent Eric Witherspoon announced his retirement at the end of the 2021-2022 school year.  Witherspoon has served as the District 202 Superintendent since 2006 and has served as a superintendent at large for over 30 years.
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Evanston Pride celebrates inclusivity

Eden Drajpuch, Executive Editor August 16, 2021

Following the postponement of Evanston’s Pride celebration due to inclement weather, the event was rescheduled for July 17. The rescheduled event consisted of a community picnic and a candle lighting...

What gender means to me

and Eden Drajpuch March 22, 2021
This story describes how the complexities and nuances of gender have shown up in some of the members of the Evanston and ETHS communities.

Seventh Ward

Eden Drajpuch, Feature Editor February 17, 2021

Eleanor Revelle 7th ward alderwoman Eleanor Revelle is currently looking towards a second term on City Council.  Revelle, who has been an Evanston resident for 42 years and a 7th Ward resident for...

Seniors Lily Blackburn and Eli Medack speak to Summit participants at the start of the Summit.

LGBTQ+ Summit, March 11, 2020

Eden Drajpuch, Feature Editor April 6, 2020

“My experience at the Summit was definitely something I could never recreate. This was my first Summit ever and I had a blast. I went as an ally and one of the workshops I was in was for allies....

Junior Valery Jean Jaques reflects on what has brought him joy during the shelter-in-place and locates this selfie of “my sister and my mother who I love so dearly.”

Wildkits find joy during unprecendented time

Eden Drajpuch, Feature Editor April 3, 2020

In this historic time period, The Evanstonian found it important to document the ways in which the ETHS community continue to find joy and take care of themselves. Whether that is through spending...

Photo courtesy of the ETHS Key.

Moving on after 24 years

Eden Drajpuch, Staff Writer May 23, 2019

After four years of high school and 24 years at ETHS, Robin Harkness has chosen to retire and move onto new opportunities. A diligent worker in Student Activities, the Registrar’s Office and both...

English teacher seeks future in counseling

English teacher seeks future in counseling

Eden Drajpuch, Staff Writer May 23, 2019

Although some may know him as the English teacher who wore an orange pantsuit every Friday, Fred Schenck is better known for loving his students. “Having taught here for 25 years, I can tell you that...

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