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Congratulations to the Amundsen Class of 2026

On behalf of the entire Amundsen school community, we would like to extend our congratulations to the Amundsen graduating class of 2026.  We are proud of all that you have accomplished and we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.  Remember, once a Viking, always a Viking.  Congratulations again and Goooooo Vikings!
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Sustainability Saturday & Plant Sale June 6th Featured Photo

Sustainability Saturday & Plant Sale June 6th

The AHS Seeds of Change Club plant fundraiser is back with over 600 student-grown seedlings, shrubs, and trees! This year, we’re hosting a Sustainability Saturday alongside the sale, and we need lots of help planting in the southeast garden. Help us conserve native species, grow edible crops, and lead climate action on campus! Plus, students can earn NHS, CAS, or Service Learning hours! RSVP at the link!
Congratulations to the CSR Scholarship Winners! Featured Photo

Congratulations to the CSR Scholarship Winners!

Friends of Amundsen along with the Amundsen Community would like to congratulate William Hallgren and Fernando Ruiz, the winners of the CSR Scholarship for the 2025-26 school year. Best of luck to both of the winners in their future endeavors!
Congratulations to the AAF Scholarship Winners! Featured Photo

Congratulations to the AAF Scholarship Winners!

Congratulations to our 2026 Amundsen Athletics Foundation Scholarship recipients!

Ashley Ellevog — Softball, Flag Football

Madelyn Gale Ammari — Bowling, Water Polo

John Timm — Baseball, 16” Softball

Reggie Mitchell — Football, Track

Not only are they extraordinary athletes — they exemplify the Amundsen Way: Accountable, Honorable, and Scholarly.
Congrats to the theater classes on their performances! Featured Photo

Congrats to the theater classes on their performances!

Our MYP Drama II students presented Fantastic Mr. Fox and the IB Theatre I students presented The Many Disguises of Robin Hood on Wednesday night. They did a fantastic job designing, building, and acting in the shows!
Amundsen Academic Decathlon Team Wins at Nationals! Featured Photo

Amundsen Academic Decathlon Team Wins at Nationals!

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
Gavin J. - 3rd Place - Varsity
Jonah F. - 1st Place - Varsity
Art
Jackson J. - 2nd Place - Scholastic

Congratulations to Coach Zhu and the team on a tremendous season!

Upcoming Events

AHS Graduation

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM
Location: Gentile Arena (Loyola University), 6525 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626, USA
  • Level 1+Neighborhood High School
  • 100%of IB Diploma Graduates Earned Early College Credentials
  • U of C 5EssentialsWell-Organized for Improvement
  • 25+Athletic Teams
  • 1+Neighborhood High School
  • 100%of IB Diploma Graduates Earned Early College Credentials
  • U of C 5EssentialsWell-Organized for Improvement
  • 25+Athletic Teams