The official site of the Torch, the student-run newspaper at Glenbrook North High School.

Torch

The official site of the Torch, the student-run newspaper at Glenbrook North High School.

Torch

The official site of the Torch, the student-run newspaper at Glenbrook North High School.

Torch

AP Language and AP Literature teachers decided to move their classes’ AP exams online this year. College Board plans to move seven more tests fully online next year for all schools that offer those seven classes. Graphic by Alison Chung
AP English exams transition to digital format
Avery Copeland and Nikhil Mitra February 24, 2024
Increased demand for tips causes tipping fatigue
Increased demand for tips causes tipping fatigue
Misha Maryan, Editor-at-Large • February 24, 2024
Frequent use of cannabis cartridge devices can lead to damaged lungs and mental health issues because users may inhale heavy metals. Graphic by Jaden Cho
Frequent cannabis cartridge use may impair health
Emma Hirsch, Maddie Farbman, and Sunehri Patel February 24, 2024
Examine our excuses
Micah Shulman, Editor-In-Chief • February 24, 2024
Despite students many responsibilities, kindness must be consistently practiced. In order to create a considerate student body, being kind should be more than another task to check off. Graphic by Hanning Zhu
Are we only kind when we have time?
Lauren Miller, Staff Writer • February 24, 2024
Directing hateful comments towards athletes and coaches has become a norm at sporting events. Fans should prioritize respect rather than engaging in these toxic behaviors. Graphic by Rafaella Kolesnik
Sideline toxic sports behavior
Nikhil Mitra, Sports Editor • February 24, 2024
The Influence of Social Media
The Influence of Social Media
March 5, 2024
Student influencer reels in the fame
Alex Gerstein, Ava Lehtman, and Ruby Werber February 24, 2024
Social media fuels political polarization
Micah Shulman and Lara White February 24, 2024
Senior Gabriella Carr poses with her study materials for the Illinois Real Estate Exam. Carr plans on taking the exam shortly after high school graduation. After passing the exam, Carr can become a licensed real estate agent. Photo by Ruby Werber
Senior plots our real estate career
Kaylie Adelman February 24, 2024
From students to social studies staff
From students to social studies staff
Ellie Erlich, Lexi Tarter, and Euben Ko February 24, 2024
Ronny Lichtenstein (right), 18-year-old Shinshinim program volunteer, helps senior Sasha Cohen with Hebrew IV Honors classwork. The Shinshinim program is a gap year opportunity for Israeli teens to visit various Hebrew classes in the United States and share their experiences.
Israeli teens aid Hebrew classes
Ellie Erlich and Emma Silshtut December 23, 2023
Bakery truck delivers sweets, smiles
Lauren Miller and Nora Skiest February 24, 2024
Torch editor Faith Sharpe challenged herself to go five days without her phone. Sharpe was more aware of her surroundings and less distracted in classes and conversations without her phone. Graphic by Kaitlyn Lu
Phone-free for five days
Faith Sharpe, Features Editor • February 24, 2024
Reviewing noteworthy strategies
Reviewing noteworthy strategies
Kaitlyn Lu, Features Editor • February 24, 2024
Frame by frame: the story of a single basket
Frame by frame: the story of a single basket
Jada Glazebrook and Chris Andreou February 24, 2024
Junior Alexis Myers drives to the basket in a game against De La Salle Institute on Jan. 24. Glenbrook North won the game 62-44. Photo by Karsten Konstant
Girls basketball embarks on ‘revenge tour’
Cailyn Kelsen and Karsten Konstant February 24, 2024
The boys bowling team walks through the halls in a school-organized parade, celebrating season accomplishments. Junior Josh Sachs (front left) holds the team’s third place state trophy. Photo by Karsten Konstant
Boys bowling places third in state
Jaden Cho and Dani Gichner February 24, 2024