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“I like Steinmetz because the fact that we have all these programs like IB and JROTC. I’m in JROTC so that’s the main reason I like Steinmetz, we try to help people out like what we are doing now for Puerto Rico and then we have the salsa fundraiser we have so many things that we can all join or just help out in.” –
Amy Carmona, senior
Interview by Rosalinda Diaz

“We get to express ourselves. Not so many people are judgmental.”
Angelique Ortiz , junior
Interview by Karla Aguilar

“I love the sports and the friends I’ve made throughout my two years here. “
Katrina Fleisher, sophomore
Interview by Karla Aguilar

“What I like about Steinmetz would be the teachers because they take their time to explain projects, homework and classwork and help you with them”
Ignacio Hernandez, ssenior

“People around here are more active. There are lots of activities ,sports and, teachers are not as hard as I expected them to be.”
Arturo Quirino, freshman

“ I like Steinmetz because of the activities, the teachers, the subjects they teach that can help you later in life.”
Janiya Reid, freshman

‘’I like the cool environment here here, and I like the teachers. They’re all respectful it just depends on how the students act.’’
Marcus Musique, senior
Interview by Stephany Casillas                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

‘’You can be yourself without being judged.’’
Kenya Martinez, sophomore
Interview by Jaqueline De Santiago

‘’I like how kind and caring some teachers are.’’
Genesis Muños, senior
Interview by Jaqueline De Santiago

‘’The soccer team and the teachers. It’s very free here.’’
Jovany Sanchez, senior
Interview by Jaqueline De Santiago

‘’They have ceramics and other programs that other schools don’t have.’’
Michelle Hernandez, senior
Interview by Jaqueline De Santiago

“I like the After School Matters.’’
Raymundo Alonso, freshman
Interview by Jaqueline De Santiago

“ I like Steinmetz because of the activities and clubs it has to offer. Steinmetz does tons of things for the Belmont Cragin neighborhood such as throwing weekly sports tournaments for the elementary schools, festivals and car shows. Steinmetz gets the students and families involved what goes on in and out of school.”
Freddy Crittendon, senior
Interview by Rosalinda Diaz

“What I like about Steinmetz? I love my students, the students that go to Steinmetz are the best ones in the whole city of Chicago.”
Gina Szulkowski, teacher
Interview by Rosalinda Diaz

“One thing I like about Steinmetz is that for all four years I get to spend it with my best friend Jasmin and we going to graduate together. We meet here and hopefully we going to get out together.”
Lesly Herrera, senior

“I like how accepting people are at Steinmetz, but I also dislike how fake people are here.”
Carlos Carbajal, senior
Interview by Alyanna Fontanilla

“I like how open-minded the students are here at Steinmetz.”
Daria Velasquez, senior
Interview by Jennifer Gamboa

“I like how diverse everyone is here.”
Erica Bolanos, senior
Interview by Jennifer Gamboa

“I like how the teachers always try new things in order to help us learn more.”
Melanie Ordaz, senior
Interview by Jennifer Gamboa

“Nothing…”
Lesly Herrera, senior
Interview by Jennifer Gamboa

“I like how accepting people are at Steinmetz, but I also dislike how fake people are here.”
Carlos Carbajal, senior
Interview by Jennifer Gamboa

“They should fix the uniform policy so there’s more choices and no limit with what to wear.”
Joseph Mckinley, freshman

“Juniors and seniors should be able to leave for lunch. Other than that, a change in the cafeteria food would be great.”
Alejandro Mascote, freshman

“The way the school handles the temperature within the school.”
Fernando Vargas, freshman     

Interviews by Katherinne Garcia
“The way how students participate in spirit week  And the different kinds of programs like the clubs.”
Max Rodriguez senior

“I like the teachers I lso the fact that students get help after school”
Brian Molina, senior

“I like the sport programs  And the Homecoming events.”
Demetrius Mangua, senior

“I like the programs like JROTC,IB, and AP. I also like some of the teachers and the building.”
Santiago Riano, senior

“I like my students. I like coaching my soccer team and I love teaching the AP and IB classes.
Nico Kotcherha, teacher

”This is the school where I met the love of my life Katera, and I met a lot of friends here such as Braden Knox, Acole Anderson ,Frederick Crittendon ,LaKevin Madlock and Javarius Jones . I joined 2 sports here which are football and baseball.”
Tyrek Gates, senior

“I like my forensic science class because we experiment  on different types of hair. And my friends in the IB program. ”
Aja Williams, senior

“Steinmetz has a lot of opportunities for students.”
Alyssa Murphy, freshman
Interview by Emily Gonzales

“Steinmetz is a big school.”
Tarrence Edwards, freshman
Interview by Emily Gonzales

“I like Steinmetz because of my friends.”
Mariana Fuentes, senior
Interview by Emily Gonzales

“I like Steinmetz because it hasn’t changed much, and the football team because I’m the coach.” William Daugherty, security
Interview by Emily Gonzales

“I like the friends I made over the years.”
Fernando Bahena
Interview by Luz Herrera

‘’I like the RO program.”
Amy Carmona, SENIOR

“We like the positive vibe the school gives.”
Lesly Herrera and Jasmine Deoyos

“I feel that at Steinmetz I was able to connect to many programs such as Bottomline or After School Matters that I didn’t know about with the help of my teachers and counselors. Also, teachers at Steinmetz look out for their students and how you are doing. For example,  taking Ms. Buckmaster’s psychology class last year made me realize how much a teacher looks out for her students. Last year I took a dual enrollment class for psychology and Ms. Buckmaster made sure that I did well in both her class and the one at Wright. She helped me do homework and guided me through any quizzes that I had to take home. I truly appreciated her as not only a teacher but a mentor as well. 
Yahaira Villatoro
Interview by Victor Hernandez

“The people because I like how I have many friends at the school that I know. They also help each other like including homework supporting each other.
Vanessa Garcia
Interview by Victor Hernandez

“I like the fact that Steinmetz is a very diverse school, spirit week, and some of the teachers who have good personalities and really push their students to succeed. For example, Mr. Ochoa, and Mr. Javier are helpful and engage with the students, they really hear you out to what your have to say, Each year you find yourself maturing when you have to shut down some plans just to be dedicated to your school work. Of course there are some fun school events in between.”
Erika Hernandez
Interview by Victor Hernandez

What do you like about Steinmetz?

“The first thing that comes to mind is how people accept who you are. They don’t judge you,I also like the diversity of the school not just in race but in personality too.”
Tania Martinez, Freshmen
Interview by Tamara Johnson

“The one thing I like about Steinmetz is the teachers. They are nice and they help me out.”
Juan Velazquez, junior
Interview by Tamara Johnson 

“I like Steinmetz because it’s a big good. I walk through hallways and got lost. Thats pretty amazing that a person can get lost in a school.”
Erika Nentio, junior
Interview by Tamara Johnson

“I wouldn’t change anything about Steinmetz because my girlfriend goes here and she’s perfect, so the school is perfect.”
Braden Knox, senior
Interview by Chiya Loyd

“I would change the way they run the counselor’s office; they’re never there when we go 6th period or they take so long to get back to the students.”
 Yuridia Galaviz, senior
Interview by Chiya Loyd

“Steinmetz gives too many chances;  they tolerate too many things that happen and it gives the school a bad reputation.”
Julissa Tello, senior
Interview by Chiya Loyd

“I like this school because it’s easy to pass all the classes.”
Erika Nieto-Jacobs, junior
Interview by Yanarie Martinez

“I think it’s a good school, I like the students and the food here.”
Eric Thurman, junior
Interview by Yanarie Martinez

“That it’s fun and entertaining. It’s different.”
Carlos Hernandez, freshman
Interview by Alma Nunez

“The teachers are good with the students, they know what they are doing.”
Manuel Gonzales, senior
Interview by Alma Nunez

“It’s a very diverse, wonderful teachers want to see you succeed and there are many good clubs” -Monica Mitchell, senior
Interview by Melanie Ordaz

“Some teachers are nice, the school is big enough for all students,and the students are friendly.”- Diana Lopez, senior
Interview by Melanie Ordaz

“Friends that go to this school and the teachers that help out a lot.”
Patricia Abrigunda, senior
Interview by Melanie Ordaz

“Students because I get to see them grow into great people.”
Christopher Javier, teacher
Interview by Melanie Ordaz

“Love the students and the community.”
Marcie Buckmaster, teacher
Interview by Melanie Ordaz

“I like the students because some are supportive and can be best of friends in time of need.”
Victor Hernandez, senior
Interview by Stephanie Pravinchandra

“I like the teachers. They’re nice and cool, especially Ms. Mottram, Mr. Javier and Ms. Hank.”
Patricia Abrigunda, senior
Interview by Stephanie Pravinchandra

“I like the teachers and people here. I also like the JROTC program because I think it’s good for the school. There’s a lot to do here. The sports are also really cool.
Ian Marroquin, freshman
Interview by Stephanie Pravinchandra

What would you change about Steinmetz?

By Stephanie Pravinchandra

What do you like about Steinmetz?

“Definitely the people, like my boys Adrian, Ivan, Leslie, Natalie and Brayan. They make the day more tolerable.”
Antonio Sanchez, senior
Interview by Eliseo Reyes

“The teachers, especially Mr. Kotchera, because he is my soccer coach and he motivates me to do my best.”

Elias Cuello, senior

“The people, like Ms. Schmidt, Ms. Zinchuck, Mr. Everage, and my friends Fernando, Edvin, Eliseo and Elias.”

Jairo Bravo, senior

“My friends Noe, Brayan, Alex and Adrian.”

David Delgado, senior

What do you like about Steinmetz ?

Interviews By: Kathryn Rosas

Quote #1:“I like how everyone is really welcoming

   and friendly sometimes .”

• Violet Mora ,Sophomore

What’s your favorite spirit day?

Quote #2 :“My favorite spirit day is character day because there are endless characters and you get to embrace them.”

• Steven Nunez, Senior

Quote #3 :“My friends cause they are always there for me whenever I need them .”

• Areli Anglo Perez , Sophomore

Quote #4 : “I love the volleyball team and just my friends; They mean the world to me.”

• Mia Marrero , Sophomore

What do you like about Steinmetz?

Interviews by Daria Velazquez

“I like the people in this school. I love how people in this school are different in their own way,”

Sofia Velazquez, senior

“I like the teachers I have, such as Mrs. Rezny and Mr. Everage. I feel like they’re both very helpful, especially since it’s the beginning of the school year.”

Daniel Stevenson, freshman

“The amount of clubs in the school because I feel like there’s a lot of opportunities given.”

Millie Martinez, junior

“The teachers because every single teacher I have here helps me out, such as Mrs. Stuber and Ms. Gassman.”

Juan Velazquez, junior

What do you like about Steinmetz?

Interviews by Jasmin Vides

“The teachers because they are nice, helpful, and very caring.”

Angel Chavez, senior

“I like the programs here such as cheerleading, football, and basketball.”

Crystal Cortez, freshmen

“What I like about Steinmetz are the teachers, especially Mr.Everage, because I’ve been having him since freshman year and he is always there for me and his students.”

Rosalina Diaz, senior

“What I like about Steinmetz is that they offer a lot of programs and opportunities to join them and learn new things.”

Alma Carmona, senior

“This is my first year at Steinmetz and so far I like how it is diverse. Since it’s diverse I’m able to learn about different cultures and different lifestyles.”

Jailan Williams, senior

“I love the pushy photographers.”

Miguel Ochoa, teacher

What do you like about Steinmetz?

Interviews by Aja Williams

“The classes such as English, biology and beginning band. The clubs and sports like volleyball and track and field.”

Ana De Leon, freshman

“The counselors such as Mr. Powell and Mrs. Del Valle. They are helpful, they help you get to where you are supposed to be with no doubt. They follow behind you to make sure you’re always okay.”

Cheyanne Johnson, Senior

“The events we have such as the days where we can come out of uniform for good causes. The breast cancer volleyball game is something I really enjoy seeing because everyone look nice in their pink and we are doing it for breast cancer awareness.”

A’shanti Davis, senior

“I like being a part of an environment with people who care about me and my well being and who want to see me do better.”

Katera Goldman, senior  

(Vinnie Rivera)

There is always help no matter what. If you’re struggling with a class there’s always tutoring and teachers go out of their way to help you succeed.

Said senior Ale Guzman

The teachers at Steinmetz are actually trying to be more than educators and more so like “parents” Because they want to guide you in the right path.

Said senior Natalie Velasco

I really like that everything is diverse between everyone, and how we can all come together during big events. As a family

Said senior Karla Aguilar Sanchez

What do you not like about Steinmetz?

“They should fix the uniform policy so there’s more choices and no limit with what to wear.”
Joseph Mckinley, freshman

“Juniors and seniors should be able to leave for lunch. Other than that, a change in the cafeteria food would be great.”
Alejandro Mascote, freshman

“The way the school handles the temperature within the school.”
Fernando Vargas, freshman

“The kids. Some of them are very crazy with the way they act. I have nothing against the school just the way the kids act.”
Fernando Zaragoza, senior
Interview by Stephanie Pravinchandra

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Patrick Sularz

“Ignore the ignorance, and just behave.”
Patrick Sularz, senior
Interview by Kamari Joiner

Patricia Saavedra, Davida Thompson

“Come to school on time, and do all your work. Stay on your grind.” – Patricia Saavedra, senior
Interview by Matias Kirk
“Do all your work, stay on your grind, and don’t let anything stop you.” – Davida Thompson, senior
Interview by Devion Thompson

Steven Morales, Beto Bolanos, Francisco Bolanos

“Do not to fall off track because it will affect the coming years of high school.” – Francisco Bolanos, senior
“Just do your work and listen to your teachers, because you only get one chance in high school. Once you mess it up by ditching and not paying attention, you pretty much kill your chances in ever going to college.” – Steven Morales, junior
Interviews by Estephani Paredes

“Just stay focussed and pass all your classes.”
Abrielle Story, junior
Interview by Aaliyah Collins

Matthew Zavala

“Don’t get lost, know your classes, and pay attention when they explain how the school works.”
Matthew Zavala, freshman
Interview by Estephani Paredes

Lexi Rosch

“Don’t ditch, don’t run around the halls like little monkeys, and take school serious.”
Lexi Rosch, sophomore
Interview by Rosemary McGurn

Diamonte Brady

“Stay on track, and don’t get caught up in the drama of high school to the point where it messes up your chance to graduate.”
Diamonte Brady, senior
Interview by Joslyn Hermosillo

Markisha Walker

“Be on time to class, get great grades (all A’s and B’s), and keep your head up in the worst of situations. Also, don’t have any any drama.”
Markisha Walker, senior
Interview by Estephani Paredes and Teresa Rodriguez

Luis Arias

“Pay attention in class! Don’t goof off or ditch. #stayabovetheinfluence
Luis Arias, senior
Interview by Teresa Rodriguez

Joseph Ares

“The advice I give to all of you is to leave Steinmetz and find a better school for a better future.”
Joseph Ares, junior
Interview by Delilah Perez

Adriana Acosta

“Do your work, never ditch class, listen to your teachers, and keep on their good side.”
Adriana Acosta, senior
Interview by Estephani Paredes

Aryanna Dixon

“Stay in your books and don’t get into any fights. Most importantly, you should go to all your classes on time, and don’t fail any of your classes.”
Aryanna Dixon, sophomore
Interview by Aaliyah Collins

Antonio Corral

“Don’t mess up, do good in all your classes, do all your work, and pay attention.”
Antonio Corral, junior
Interview by Jailene Torres

Ronnie Ballard

“Stay in school, and never let anyone bring you down. Stay focused and do all of your work.”

Ronnie Ballard, senior
Interview by Aaliyah Collins

Cinthya Catalan

“Good luck, my fellow classmates. I admire each and every one of you. Much love.”
Cinthya Catalan, senior
Interview by Matias Kirk

Estephanie Parades, Maria Zavala

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“My advice is sweet and simple: Don’t be be dumb and fail; it’s not worth it.”
Maria Zavala, ’14 (freshman at Dominican University)
Interview by Estephani Paredes

Robert Rittmeyer

“Work hard, don’t give up no matter how hard it is, and be respectful.”
Robert Rittmeyer, teacher
Interview by Estephani Paredes

Nikos Quintero

“I actually love Steinmetz: the building, the teachers, students, etc. For you freshmen, you little guys gotta slow your roll and focus on your future. But turn up!”
Nikos Quintero, junior
Interview by Desiree Erturk

“Stay out the halls. And do not dart for the doorways; they’ll get you. Never get on Roldan’s bad side or Fina’s bad side. If you’re not going to show up to class, just leave. Don’t stay in the bathroom and do nothing like you’re cool. That’s just gross. Be positive and give your best, before you realize your grades and attendance count in your senior year.”
Elianis Rosado, senior
Interview by Jamilah Zayas