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

Jenna Amusin, Editor-in-Chief

Jenna Amusin (‘22) is the Editor-in-Chief and has been a member of Torch since her sophomore year. Previous positions: Staff Writer (19-20), News Editor (20-21).

All content by Jenna Amusin
Sophomore Brianna Owen listens to music while working out in the fitness center. Listening to music while exercising can increase motivation and strengthen the ability to learn motor skills. Photo by Jenna Amusin.

How music impacts exercising

Jenna Amusin, Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2022
At the beginning of the game against Glenbrook South on Feb. 1, junior Aidan Siegel (left) prepares for a face-off. While rivalries such as the one between the Glenbrooks can increase athletic performance, they can foster a fear of failure. Photo by Alex Garibashvily

Hockey rivalry streak shattered

Jenna Amusin and Sari Goldberg
February 18, 2022
At the beginning of the game against Glenbrook South on Feb. 1, junior Aidan Siegel (left) prepares for a face-off. While rivalries such as the one between the Glenbrooks can increase athletic performance, they can foster a fear of failure. Photo by Alex Garibashvily

Hockey rivalry streak shattered

Jenna Amusin and Sari Goldberg
February 18, 2022
Freshman Juliet Frum races by the soccer fields on Aug. 31 in a dual meet against Glenbrook South. This season, Frum broke the program record for best girls cross country finish at state. Photo by Alex Garibashvily

Freshman races to 17th at state

Jenna Amusin and Chase Goldstein
December 17, 2021
Students who are not enrolled in a music class are not allowed to participate in the majority of extracurricular music groups. Students should be allowed to audition regardless of their enrollment status in music classes to further pursue their musical passions. Graphic by Alyssa Sanchez

Let students into music groups

Jenna Amusin, Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2021
Schools sue e-cigarette companies

Schools sue e-cigarette companies

Jenna Amusin, Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2021
Following a large group discussion about mental health challenges, senior Aiden Degabli (facing) engages in a smaller discussion with Mental Health trainer Maggie Nash (left). In the training sessions, seniors discussed topics like recovery. Photo by Rachel Katz

Seniors certified in Mental Health First Aid

Rachel Katz and Jenna Amusin
May 28, 2021
Students pick up free meals near the Student Activities Center. Since March 2020, Glenbrook High School District #225 has participated in a federally funded free meal program. Photo by Jenna Amusin

District facilitates free meal program

Jenna Amusin and Audrey Gottschild
February 26, 2021

I pledge allegiance to my patriotism

Jenna Amusin, News Editor
December 18, 2020
The first semester final exam schedule spans four days with two 80-minute exams per day. Longer breaks in the schedule allow some students with testing accommodations to finish their exam in one sitting. Information compiled by Jenna Amusin

Adjustments to final exam weighting, schedule

Jenna Amusin and Brooke Falk
December 18, 2020
On June 8, 2020, a Black Lives Matter protest, organized by members of The Acorn Collective, was held in Northbrook. The collective is working towards improving racial equity at GBN and GBS. Photo by Natalie Sandlow

District responds to calls for equity

Rachel Katz and Jenna Amusin
November 20, 2020
Northbrook Village Hall is one of the 31 election poll locations in Northfield Township. Other locations include Glenbrook North High School, the Northbrook Sports Center and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Photo by Natalie Sandlow

Students to work election polls on Nov. 3

Jenna Amusin, News Editor
October 9, 2020

Math Team captures first place at national competition

Jenna Amusin, Staff Writer
May 19, 2020

Top 5 ideas for activities to try in quarantine

Jenna Amusin and Mady Zirlin
May 12, 2020
A Glenbrook Hospital COVID-19 clinical team member wears personal protective equipment including a powered, air-purifying respirator, also known as a PAPR. The clinical team member entered the nurses’ station where she was to be covered with a protective gown before caring for a patient. Photo courtesy of Jon Hillenbrand, NorthShore University HealthSystem

NorthShore University HealthSystem responds to COVID-19 pandemic

Jenna Amusin, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020

Math team integrates into new division

Ellie White and Jenna Amusin
April 20, 2020
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