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  • November 21English teachers available in the Lit Center by appointment
  • November 21Winter Break Dec.19 - Jan. 2
  • November 21Math tutors available in the math resource center all lunch periods
  • November 21Finals week Dec. 13-16
  • November 21End of first semester Dec.16
  • November 21Winter Art Show & Concert 7:00-9:00 p.m Dec.8
  • November 21All English late work due Dec. 2
  • November 21Winter play 7:00 - 9:00 p.m Dec. 1-3
  • November 21Thanksgiving Break Nov. 23-25
  • November 14Speech Tournament Nov. 19 at Hoffman Estates High School
The student news site of Downers Grove South High School

Blueprint
The student news site of Downers Grove South High School

Blueprint
Ava Lafin

Ava Lafin, Editor-in-Chief

Senior Ava Lafin is an Editor-in-Chief in her second year on Blueprint Staff. She is on the varsity dance team and an officer of Orchesis Dance Club. Lafin is also involved in many leadership clubs such as Blue Crew, Snowball, Life of a Mustang, PE Leading and Changemakers.

Outside of school, Lafin enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching movies and TV, cooking and traveling. She enjoys a competitive nature as she grew up a dancer and partakes in performing at school. Lafin is an avid reader and collects secondhand books at home on her personal bookshelf.

Lafin found her love for writing when she was selected for her class newspaper in the 5th grade. From there she aspired to share her writing and performative abilities through articles, quizzes, videos and other multimedia. Lafin is excited for her senior year and plans on attending college next fall for chemistry.

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The commons is where the administration, councilors, college and career and nurses offices are located.

[Photo] DGS Info

December 6, 2019
Palmer waits on the sidelines to kick the extra point or field goal.

Palmer doubles down on sports with soccer and football

November 3, 2022
Senior goalie Andrik Vidaurri waits in the box as he warms up with his team.

DGS defeats Willowbrook in boys soccer

September 28, 2022
Number 20, Emily Petring scored two touchdowns for the senior team.

Senior class wins first powderpuff game in three years

September 16, 2022
Many events like Senior Night and spirit assemblies are a large part of the upcoming year for the class of 2023.

Incoming senior discusses year ahead

August 4, 2022
Double A Podcast

Double A Podcast: DGS summer plans

May 6, 2022
Students wait in the small gym before getting their blood drawn.

DGS hosts blood drive

May 5, 2022
The rumor of Roe v Wade overturning has sparked activism among Gen Z.

Gen Z drives modern activism

May 5, 2022
DGS Varsity dance team placed second in the West Suburban confrence.

Why DGS Dance is a sport

April 19, 2022
These men have something special about them that have stood the test of time.

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DGS boys baseball will look to take the diamond for their first game on March 22 in hopes of starting off their journey to 1000 wins.

Varsity boys baseball attempts to slide into IHSA history

April 4, 2022
“He really knows whats happening in our community whether its academically, athletically, activities or with the parents. I think hes the heart of South, Jennifer Martinez said.

Schwartz’s impact honored by award

March 28, 2022

March 2022

March 24, 2022

February 2022

February 25, 2022
Visit Nami.org to learn more about mental health information as well as resources.

The portrayal of mental health and illnesses in film and television

February 24, 2022
Double A Podcast: Valentines Day

Double A Podcast: Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2022

January 2022

January 24, 2022
Senior twins Bella and Gracie Lapacek started playing basketball together and can now end their careers together. Both have been playing basketball since they were in preschool; they stated classes at All-Star sports.

Genes and jerseys: Twin teammates take the court

January 23, 2022
One of my favorite traditions is finding my Elf on the Shelf every morning during December.

Top 10 Christmas songs

December 20, 2021
High school dress codes have rules that target female specific clothing creating a stigma for what girls wear.

The unwritten rules of being a girl

December 3, 2021
The Starbucks holiday menu is available for a limited time due to products, but some drinks can be modified to be year round.

An honest review of the Starbucks holiday menu from an avid coffee drinker

December 3, 2021
Ava on the streets: Fall trends

Ava on the streets: Fall trends

December 2, 2021
Take a trip around downtown Downers Grove and get a restaurant recommendation

Take a trip around downtown Downers Grove and get a restaurant recommendation

December 2, 2021

November 2021

December 1, 2021
Its like you havent seen most teenage girls favorite movie, The Notebook.

Could you please write me a love letter?

November 10, 2021

October 2021

October 20, 2021
Penne, Bow tie, Angel hair? Figure out what pasta shape fits you!

What pasta shape fits your personality?

October 18, 2021
What Outer Banks character are you?

What Outer Banks character are you?

October 18, 2021
The changing of the leaves makes fall the most satisfying season to watch progress.

Top 10 things to do this fall

October 18, 2021
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[Photo] Take a trip around downtown Downers Grove and get a restaurant recomendation.

October 14, 2021
Penne, Bow tie, Angel hair? Figure out what pasta shape fits you!

[Photo] What pasta shape fits your personality?

October 1, 2021
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[Photo] What Outer Banks character are you?

October 1, 2021
This cartoon depicts the everyday stressors in the average high schoolers life.

Those darn kids and their phones

September 16, 2021
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