University of Chicago Laboratory Schools

The Spring 2026 issue of LabLife is here.

From Woodlawn to the World, explore the people, ideas, and experiences that continue to shape Lab in its 130th year.

📖 Read the full issue → bit.ly/LabLifeSpring2026

🗣️ Looking for a fun and enriching summer experience for your child? Voices Rising takes place July 13–17 at the University of Chicago! This *free summer camp* for children ages 8–12 helps young leaders build confidence and strengthen their public speaking and communication skills through speech writing, interactive activities, and confidence-building games.

Camp runs from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. each day, culminating in a special capstone event on July 17 where family and friends are invited to watch campers present their speeches and celebrate all they've accomplished throughout the week.

Learn more about Voices Rising, hosted by the University of Chicago Office of the Provost, and register here: https://tinyurl.com/msz86ssk.

School’s out for summer! ☀️

As we close the books on another memorable year at the Laboratory Schools, we’re celebrating all the learning, laughter, and community that filled our halls. We’re grateful for the energy, curiosity, and connection that made this year—and the start of our 130th year—so meaningful.

Wishing all of our students, families, faculty, and staff a fun, safe, and restorative summer. See you in the fall!

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2025–2026 End of Year Video Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

"These days are magic." ✨ At the annual Senior Luncheon, Interim Director Ethan Bueno de Mesquita reminded the graduating class to soak in every moment.

The luncheon is a cherished tradition where, in addition to being celebrated and recognized themselves, our seniors take a moment to pause, reflect, and thank the incredible faculty and staff who have shaped, supported, and cheered them on throughout their four years at U-High.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026—cherish these final high school moments!

🎓 And just like that, they’re High Schoolers! ✨

Earlier this evening, we celebrated the Laboratory School's 2026 8th-Grade Graduation and watched our amazing students officially level up to the world-renowned University High School.

Huge congratulations to our young scholars! 🎉 We can’t wait to welcome the freshman U-High Class of 2030 this fall!

Congratulations to Charles Lichtenbaum on being named a candidate for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

This prestigious recognition honors graduating seniors who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and service.

We are proud to celebrate Charles and this outstanding accomplishment.

Congratulations to Victor Chen on being named a candidate for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

One of the nation's highest honors for graduating high school seniors, the program recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and service.

We are proud to celebrate Victor and this outstanding recognition.