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

Abby Shapiro, Lifestyle Editor

Abby Shapiro (‘23) is a Lifestyle Editor and has been a member of Torch since her junior year. Previous positions: Staff Writer (21-22).

All content by Abby Shapiro
Freshman Andriana Kavchuk (left) and junior Alina Belei fled Ukraine last fall. Belei left with her mom, and Kavchuk stayed in an underground bomb shelter for hours after the first night of the Russian invasion. Photo by Abby Shapiro

Teens flee war in Ukraine

Abby Shapiro, Lifestyle Editor
May 19, 2023
Senior Abby Shapiro sings proudly in the main lobby. For Shapiro, expressing herself through singing is more than just a performance, but a way to project her own confidence and self-love. Photo by Chase Goldstein

‘Watch as I dive in’ to self-love

Abby Shapiro, Lifestyle Editor
May 19, 2023
Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks on the importance of abortion rights last fall. Pritzker signed an act in January to protect health care providers from facing legal consequences after performing abortions.

Planned Parenthood sees 354 percent increase in out-of-state abortion patients

Chase Goldstein and Abby Shapiro
February 18, 2023
While squatting 385 lbs. at a powerlifting meet against Niles West on Nov. 4, junior William Kurson breaks a personal record and lifts the top squat of the meet. The group meets two to three times a week to work on form and technique, but many members train daily. Photo by Abby Shapiro.

IM powerlifting returns

Abby Shapiro, Lifestyle Editor
December 17, 2022
When graded assessments are handed back, many students begin to compare results. Constantly comparing and asking other classmates questions about their grades creates a toxic and high-pressure environment. Graphic by Carly Erlich

End relentless student pressures

Abby Shapiro, Lifestyle Editor
December 17, 2022

Weighing effects of backpacks

Abby Shapiro, Lifestyle Editor
November 5, 2022
Many foods and beverages, such as those emphasized in this photo, contain hidden caffeine. Consistently consuming caffeine over the recommended limit can lead to overstimulation and insomnia.

Uncovering the impacts of hidden caffeine

Marissa Fernandez and Abby Shapiro
October 1, 2022
Going retro

Going retro

Marissa Fernandez, Dani Gichner, Rana Khan, and Abby Shapiro
April 9, 2022
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