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
Teenagers shouldn't resist embracing holiday traditions out of fear of being judged by others. We must choose to act in ways that make us happy rather than appealing to a norm.

Don’t fear holiday cheer

Lauren Miller, Opinions Editor
December 21, 2024
Constructive criticism contributes to our growth. We should be direct when offering feedback because doing so makes our suggestions more impactful and effective.

Stop the sugarcoating

December 21, 2024
The language we choose is a reflection of who we are. Instead of mindlessly using profanity, we should be conscious of how our words influence the way others perceive us.

Speak with purpose

Jaiden Han, Features Editor
December 21, 2024

Talent ≠ success

Lucy Orchard, News Editor
December 21, 2024
Losing is inevitable but necessary for self-improvement. Students should embrace defeat because doing so allows them to grow, become stronger and move forward from disappointment.

Flourish through failure

Lara White, Executive Sports Editor
December 21, 2024

Presence is the real present

Rafaella Kolesnik, Features Editor
December 21, 2024
Saying others' names correctly is an important demonstration of respect and consideration. Names are crucial parts of our identities, and learning them makes those around us feel valued.

Names matter, get mine right

Cailyn Kelsen, Sports Editor
December 21, 2024
Students should stay home when sick to give themselves time to recover and prevent spreading illness. Those who attend school when sick should take precautions to ensure they do not infect others.

Editorial: Sick students, stay home

November 9, 2024
Students’ scores are reflective of individual efforts and should not be compared as a means of validating one’s own accomplishments. Sharing scores encourages unnecessary competition and makes it difficult for students to appreciate their achievements.

Do not ask me how I did

Alex Gerstein, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2024
It is important that students find outlets to relieve their stress when academics and extracurriculars become overwhelming. One way to do so is by finding comforting spaces to alleviate some of the burdens students face.

Thank you to my messy room

Natalie Mahoney, Sports Editor
November 9, 2024
Some students choose to socialize in accessible bathroom stalls, which can prevent people who need them from using these spaces. By abstaining from this selfish behavior, we can ensure these stalls remain open for those who require them. Graphic by Erin Jeon

Stalls are not social halls

Rafaella Kolesnik, Features Editor
October 8, 2024

Forget to connect

Lauren Miller, Opinions Editor
October 8, 2024
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