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Jake Pfeiffer

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief

Jake Pfeiffer is a senior, entering his third year on the Central Times staff, this time as Editor-in-Chief. Jake joined CT as a sophomore because he wanted to write news, but since then he has grown to love just about every element of journalism. While it is rare to see Jake anywhere other than the CT office, occasionally you can find him captaining Central’s debate team, watching baseball, listening to a seemingly endless amount of podcasts or drowning in college applications.

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Room 218 was closed due to exterior construction in Sept. It will reopen for classes on Oct. 2.

Classes to move back to originally-scheduled rooms

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • September 29, 2023
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Column: Stop Saudi sports washing

Column: Stop Saudi sports washing

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • September 25, 2023
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The view of Centrals football stadium from Room 222, one of five rooms at an Aug. 26 SAT Exam that were affected by noise coming from the stadium.

SAT scores delayed after test day disruptions

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • September 21, 2023
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2023-2024 Print Archive

Jake Pfeiffer, Jay Deegan, Javen Oswald, Noah Rozek, and Alice Wang • September 19, 2023
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Senior forward Jonathan Stohner fights for the ball with Sandburg opponent during a game that resulted in a Central win on Aug. 31. Stohner is one of the few Varsity players in their same position as last year.

Boys soccer adapts to loss of top goalscorers

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • September 19, 2023
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Grading!

[Photo] Central implements new grading policies

September 16, 2023
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Drum majors and seniors Bianca Cima (front left), and Athena Chen (front right), lead Centrals marching band onto the field for their performance at Centrals Red and White Night.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Red and White Night

September 15, 2023
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Centrals student section cheers on the varsity football scrimage at Centrals Red and White Night.

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Girls cross country runner and senior Ava Hendren nears the finish line at her teams race during Centrals Red and White Night.

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Advertisement for the new athletic department app.

Athletic department unveils new app

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • September 14, 2023
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Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: Ahsoka. Photo Source: Disney+

Review: “Ahsoka” is powered by nostalgia, but that isn’t a bad thing

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • September 7, 2023
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Defensive end Maverick Ohle (9), a senior, celebrates a defensive stop in Centrals game against Plainfield North on Sept. 1. The Redhawks went on to win the game 6-3.

Football wins defensive battle 6-3 over Plainfield North

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • September 1, 2023
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Signs redirect students from Centrals main elevator after it broke down on Aug. 29.

Several classes relocated after elevator breaks down

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • August 30, 2023
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Relocated students work in Centrals auditorium on Aug 24.

Classes relocated, homeroom canceled due to excessive heat

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • August 24, 2023
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A wall at Central had exterior bricks removed after District 203s Board of Education gave emergency approval for repairs of exterior walls near Centrals little Theatre and door 7.

D203 Board gives emergency authorization for wall removal at Central

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • August 10, 2023
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Following the discovery of structural damage, the wall between Centrals door 7 and Little Theater is set to be torn down and rebuilt.

Structural issues found at Central; exterior wall to be rebuilt

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • August 4, 2023
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Two Central competitors win Track and Field state titles

Jake Pfeiffer, Editor-in-Chief • August 3, 2023
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Senior center fielder Clay Schrader hits a fly out into left field. The out was both the last of Centrals 4-1 loss to Plainfield East and of the Redhawks season.

Baseball eliminated from IHSA State Playoffs in first round

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • May 27, 2023
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9: Freshamn Natalie Lau throws the ball to first during a softball game against West Chicago on May 3. With Lau being perfectly centered in the middle of the frame, the ball being in focus and no blur, this easily deserves ninth place on our list.

[Photo] Opinion: Our top 10 photos of 2022-23

May 29, 2023
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Column: A synthesis of sorts

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • May 25, 2023
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The space once occupied by Centrals school store is set to be occupied by the coffee shop after its installation. The space is located near door 7, in the corner of Centrals cafeteria.

[Photo] In-house coffee shop to be installed at Central for 2023-24 school year

May 23, 2023
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Cal Kestus and his droid companion BD-1 look out across the planet Koboh in “Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.” This maybe one of the prettiest things I’ve ever seen in a Star Wars story. Photo Source: Lucasfilm

Review: ‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’ is Star Wars gaming at its best

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • May 15, 2023
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Aramark employees cook stir fry to be served to Central students on May 2. Aramark is set to be replaced by OrganicLife as District 203s food service provider on July 1, 2023.

District 203 approves OrganicLife as new food service provider

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • May 2, 2023
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Central alum Jayden Reed was drafted into the NFL by the Green Bay Packers out of Michigan State University on April 28.

Central alum Jayden Reed drafted into the NFL

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • April 28, 2023
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Column: America’s game no more

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • April 11, 2023
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2023 Board of Education candidate bio: Melissa Kelley Black

2023 Board of Education candidate bio: Melissa Kelley Black

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • March 26, 2023
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The 2023 District 203 Board of Education candidates. From left to right: Ronald Amato, Kristine Gericke, Melissa Kelley Black, Joe Kozminski and Gilbert Wagner.

2023 Board of Education election preview

Jake Pfeiffer and Nolan Shen • March 26, 2023
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2023 Board of Education candidate Q&A: Melissa Kelley Black

2023 Board of Education candidate Q&A: Melissa Kelley Black

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • March 26, 2023
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2023 Board of Education candidate Q&A: Ronald Amato

2023 Board of Education candidate Q&A: Ronald Amato

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • March 26, 2023
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2023 Board of Education candidate Q&A: Gilbert Wagner

2023 Board of Education candidate Q&A: Gilbert Wagner

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • March 26, 2023
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2023 Board of Education candidate bio: Ronald Amato

2023 Board of Education candidate bio: Ronald Amato

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • March 26, 2023
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2023 Board of Education candidate bio: Gilbert Wagner

2023 Board of Education candidate bio: Gilbert Wagner

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • March 26, 2023
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The District 203 board members and administrators drink Dasani water bottles at board meetings. PHOTO SOURCE: DISTRICT 203 BOARD OF EDUCATION

Opinion: To save the environment, start with the small things

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • March 22, 2023
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Senior Clay Schrader practices batting in the cage with junior catcher Danny Vogel

[Photo] Baseball coaches find new ways to challenge their players

March 20, 2023
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Column: Saving Soldier

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • February 27, 2023
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A shelf at the Nichols Library shows the new prize and rules for the Naperville Public Librarys Amazing Book Challenge.

[Photo] Naperville Public Library launches updated Amazing Book Challenge

February 24, 2023
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Column: Where’s the doctor?

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • February 2, 2023
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Central administration blocks ChatGPT

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor • February 2, 2023
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Board member Donna Wandke, who voted to reject the proposal that would add co-curricular music requirements, speaks in dissent at the Jan. 23 board meeting.

D203 Board narrowly approves sweeping changes to high school music program

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • January 30, 2023
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A sign in Central’s front office asks for substitute teachers to sign up for Jan. 25.

[Photo] District, state take action to alleviate substitute teacher shortage

January 30, 2023
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5: Fire fighters were called after a fire alarm went off at Naperville Central on Jan. 17. Shortly after hearing about a fire in the building, our photographer ran outside to capture the moment of the firefighters entering the building. The composition of this shot is great, with the fire truck in the background, the light to be flashing and two firefighters who are walking to another day at work in the foreground.

Fire alarm set off at Central after students see sparks and smoke

Jake Pfeiffer and Jay Deegan • January 17, 2023
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Central junior Bianca Cima speaks at District 203s Jan. 9 school board meeting.

Central students fight proposed changes to music program

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor and Copy Editor • January 17, 2023
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Giancarlo Esposito playing Leo Pap in Netflixs Kaleidoscope. Photo Source: Netflix

Review: ‘Kaleidoscope’ is an interesting yet flawed experiment

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor and Copy Editor • January 6, 2023
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Column: FIFA Failings

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • December 22, 2022
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D203 board approves policy changes

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor and Copy Editor • December 20, 2022
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Column: Discipline Dilemma

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • December 6, 2022
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The Sudance Gallery sells authentic Native American art and jewlery.

Sundance Gallery comes to Downtown Naperville

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • December 3, 2022
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Hallway Headlines: November 2022

Hallway Headlines: November 2022

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • November 30, 2022
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CHAMPS! Central boys soccer wins first state title

CHAMPS! Central boys soccer wins first state title

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • November 30, 2022
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2022-2023 Print Archive

Nathan Yuan, Claire Yung, Jeremy Zhao, Jake Pfeiffer, Noah Rozek, Javen Oswald, Jay Deegan, Kait McHale, and Evelyn Zwicky • November 21, 2022
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Hallway Headlines: October 2022

Hallway Headlines: October 2022

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • November 3, 2022
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A new Career Internship class Is set to be introduced for the 2023 school year, helping students fulfill one requirement to receive an endorsement on their diploma.

Two new courses added to Central for 2023

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor • November 2, 2022
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Elmwood Elementary School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School.

[Photo] Three D203 elementaries Named National Blue Ribbon Schools

October 27, 2022
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7: Central CTE teacher Wright King was named Illinois Tech High School Teacher of the Year. King “pushes, stretches, extends and inspires students in technology and engineering,” fellow CTE teacher Brett Thompson said. We chose this as our number 7 picture due to rich story this told. King is in the foreground instructing a student, but the fascinating background of his classroom helps establish him in his environment.

An award fit for Wright King

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • October 21, 2022
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6: Redhawk junior Aidan Schulz nears the end of the 18th hole in a varsity match against rival Naperville North at Crest Creek Golf Course on Aug. 30. The lighting of this shot heavily contributed to it being number six on the list: Schultzs shadow is contrasted against the bright grass, as light filters in through the leaves above.

Boys golf off to ‘best start in history’

September 19, 2022
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Column: A Unionization Proclamation

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • October 13, 2022
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Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) traveling to a new planet.

Review: Andor is Star Wars at its best

Jake Pfeiffer, News Editor & Copy Editor • October 10, 2022
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‘Red and White Night’ kicks off school year

Jake Pfeiffer and Kait McHale • October 5, 2022
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The tree that was gifted to Naperville Central High School by District 203 as part of the Partners in Growth motto is planted outside of door two.

D203 unveils new motto

September 22, 2022
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Customers walk the aisles of the Naperville Childrens Business Fair.

Second annual Naperville Children’s Business Fair features 85 local kid-run businesses

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • August 15, 2022
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A Naperville Central Student returns his Chromebook at the end of the 2021-2022 school year.

District 203 high school students to receive new computers

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • July 22, 2022
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Senior Dawson Strong scores Centrals 11th point of the game in their 17-3 sectional quarterfinal win over Neuqua Valley on May 10.

Water polo team ‘crushed’ following playoff elimination

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • May 20, 2022
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Central Senior Art Show on April 21

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • April 20, 2022
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The 2022 winter dance theme was “It’s All Greek to Me” and was held on March 19 in the field house.

Winter dance 2022: ‘a little underwhelming’

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • March 27, 2022
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Central to hold winter dance on March 19

Central to hold winter dance on March 19

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • March 10, 2022
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Theatre Central holds auditions for spring musical

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • January 31, 2022
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Eight graders listen to a presentation about course selections given by counselors as part of a new program to introduce Central to future freshmen.

Eighth graders visit Central for course selection

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • January 23, 2022
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District 203 projects loss of $27 million over the next 5 years

Jake Pfeiffer, Staff Writer • January 10, 2022
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A number of students who arrive late to sixth period lunch due to AP science classes and LINK lunch are left with a limited number of meal options.

Lack of variety hits sixth period lunchroom, vegetarian options sometimes out

Jake Pfeiffer and Ivan Thankachen • December 14, 2021
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NCHS Science Olympiad places 18th out of 30 at first invitational

Jake Pfeiffer, Correspondent • December 8, 2021
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Nick Straka is a student in pursuit of his doctorate outside of his job teaching several levels of algebra at Naperville Central.

Lifelong learners

William Tong, Cameron Rozek, Ivan Thankachen, Nolan Shen, and Jake Pfeiffer • November 29, 2021
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Katherine Seguino

Science Dept. chair enters final phase of doctoral work

Jake Pfeiffer, Correspondent • November 27, 2021
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