Sahil Modi, Executive News Editor
May 24, 2018
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Although the college application process was like any other year for senior Jack Garibaldi, he was surprised to see how admissions decisions played out for his peers.
“Many of my friends who I thought would definitely get into some colleges weren't getting in,...
Sydney Stumme-Berg and Catherine Zhang, Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor
May 24, 2018
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The impact he has had on the students he taught and coached is immeasurable.
“The kids believed in him,” said Athletic Director John Catalano. “Kids believed that if he said, ‘We are going to run two miles today in the sleeting rain,’ they were like, ...
Ben Jutzi, Executive Copy Editor
May 24, 2018
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People sit on the edge of their seats, inching towards the monitor, as senior Mitchell Wilson entertains a crowd at Carthage College while visiting his older brother. The crowd? His brother’s friends, all huddled around him as he played Fortnite.
“There were like 15 guys a...
Andreea Sabau and Sarah Sandlow, News Editors
May 24, 2018
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After attending a conference last school year to learn about what other high schools are doing to improve their student governments, Mike Tarjan, assistant principal for student activities, was inspired by youth motivational speaker Scott Backovich to introduce changes in how...
Sarah Sandlow, News Editor
April 20, 2018
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As she glanced through her Instagram feed, junior Erin Rosenfeld would often see unprompted, hateful comments on the “GBN Students Against Gun Violence” account, an account that is not affiliated with District #225. She saw many comments that did not relate to ...
Sara Williams, News Editor
April 20, 2018
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Color. A whole lot of it. Brightly colored cushions sit atop swivel chairs, and a light colored couch is tucked away in the corner. Along with an accent wall painted orange and another wall covered in whiteboards containing anything from a simple flower to an elaborat...
Lydia Stumme-Berg, Staff Writer
April 20, 2018
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Scrolling through comments and collecting ample amounts of likes on the Glenbrook South Instagram account, GBS senior Miracle Joy Josaiah smiles to herself at the sight of many students reading her work.
Josaiah often finds ...
Karina Belotserkovskiy, Staff Writer
April 20, 2018
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Inspiration for the joint panel came to senior Sungyi Cho when she attended the annual panel run by the Korean Connections Club, also known as the KCC, last year.
“Last year after seeing the KCC open forum, a lot of the [Gender-Sexuality Alliance] members, including myself...
Elaine Kim, Staff Writer
April 20, 2018
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A love for environmental science and an interest in sustainability for her community proved to be the foundation needed for senior Sara Chen, co-president of Environmental Awareness Club, to grow a plan.
“What people think of when they think ‘green roof,’ or li...
April 20, 2018
Ben Jutzi, Executive Copy Editor
March 2, 2018
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Stepping onto the stage, senior Jeremy Stein peered out across the rows of chairs. He approached the microphone and began reciting a childhood story: “Where the Wild Things Are,” but with a twist.
“The night Max wore his wolf suit made him infamous, bred the ...
Andreea Sabau, News Editor
March 2, 2018
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Critical thinking and sifting through research are just a few valuable skills learned in debate class. But as student interest in Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum Debate at Glenbrook North began to decline, debate teacher Michael Greenstein felt that something needed to be done...