About Jones, William Jones High School

William Jones High School is one of the earliest schools in Chicago Public School history. It began as School #2 and became William Jones Elementary School in 1858 when all schools were given names. The school became a high school in 1921 as William Jones Continuation School (1921-1938), William Jones Commercial High School (1938-1983), then William Jones Metropolitan High School of Business & Commerce, William Jones Academic Magnet High School and finally William Jones College Preparatory High School.

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Great School & Great Friends!

Tue, 06/03/2008 - 2:02pm — realtor_cepeda

Greatest years of my life were spent here!  I learned so much, attending Jones really prepared me for the business world and I met the best of friends ever!  Even though we only stay in touch once in a while, it's still great to know that I had the honor of being their classmate!

Mr. Blitstein

Tue, 06/03/2008 - 1:37pm — presendiz

During my 8th grade I had a great teacher. His name Mr. Blitstein. He was an excellent teacher.

My First Job

Tue, 06/03/2008 - 1:25pm — presendiz

I will always be thankful for attending Jones.  At Jones I obtained my first job at Northern Trust Company.  Due to this position I was able to gain experience that has helped me throughout my years as an adult.

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Honor Roll

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Ana Castillo

Ana Castillo

Photo credit: Robert A. Molina 2007

Achievement: 
Chicana Writer and Poet
CPS Schools Attended: 
Grant Goodrich
Jones Commerecial

Jean Auel

Recognized Achievement: 
New York Times Best Seller List
CPS Schools Attended: 
LaSalle School
Jones Commercial High School

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Jonesites Class of 1983 -- 30th Year Reunion

Sat, 08/27/2011 - 4:58pm — Cnich27

Jones Commerical High School

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We are in the beginining stages of planning for our 30th year reunion. Anyone interested in working with the planning commitee please go to facebook.com and register (if not already a member) and ask to be added to the official page: Jonesites Class of 1983. We will post information on when and where the next meeting will be held.

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