STFers at Whitney M. Young Magnet HS transformed a popular campus gathering into an opportunity for advocacy, education, and meaningful student engagement. Photo by Iris H.
May 6-27, 2026: To wrap up the academic year, STFers across Da Vinci, Palisades Charter, Spring Lake Park, Van Nuys, and Whitney M. Young Magnet High Schools raised awareness and inspired action on human rights through film screenings, tent events, discussions with administrators, and petition collection efforts at events held throughout campus.
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May 6, 2026: Continuing their advocacy from last academic year, STFers at Da Vinci screened "Swept" to spark meaningful conversations about advocacy around protecting the unhoused. Several participants expressed interest in joining STF’s efforts for housing justice. Photo by Justin T.
May 15, 2026: Spring Lake Park HS STFers hosted a film screening of "A Path to Dignity" to explore human rights issues from around the world. Through powerful storytelling and thoughtful discussion, the event raised awareness, sparked meaningful dialogue, and highlighted the experiences of individuals and communities working to advance justice and human rights. Photo by Axel S.
May 20, 2026: During their annual "Taste of Whitney Young" event, STFers at Whitney M. Young Magnet HS engaged their community in housing advocacy by hosting a table and collecting petition signatures to decriminalize city-wide policies affecting the unhoused. STFers collected over 265 petition signatures to send to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson! Photo by Iris H.
May 27, 2026: Palisades Charter HS STFers launched their Student Bill of Responsibilities and Rights (SBRR) 11 years ago. Today, 25 campus decision-makers, administrators and ASB leaders joined STFers to review their recommended revisions to their original SBRR and discuss ways to implement these updates on campus. Next steps will include developing a glossary of important language that will begin this summer. Photo by Angelica P.