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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

Rafaella Kolesnik, Executive Copy Editor, Features Editor, Graphics Editor, Website and Social Media Editor

Rafaella Kolesnik (‘26) is the Executive Copy Editor, Features Editor, Graphics Editor, Website and Social Media Editor and has been a member of Torch since her sophomore year. Previous positions: Staff Writer (23-24).

All content by Rafaella Kolesnik
Senior Erica Yoo plays the drums while rehearsing choreography for the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade. Yoo has been performing with the Chicago Korean Dance Company’s youth group since her freshman year.

Dancers perform in Chicago parade

Rafaella Kolesnik, Features Editor
November 9, 2024
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[Photo] Turn on Torch Tunes

Joyce Ng, News Editor
November 9, 2024
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[Photo] Sipping Seasonal Shakes

Mali Nangia, Features 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
Metals Design teacher Christina Rose (left) demonstrates how to solder rings together. Engineering skills and jewelry-making are taught through hands-on projects in the revised curriculum.

Metal Design class revamped

Rafaella Kolesnik, Features Editor
October 8, 2024
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[Photo] Fall Film Review

Nicole Rogoff, Executive Lifestyle Editor
October 8, 2024
Publicly displaying students’ heart rates in P.E. classes may cause embarrassment and stress for those who have a different heart rate than their peers. Teachers should respect the privacy of students by no longer projecting student heart rates and instead showing students their heart rate individually.

[Photo] Keep heart rates hidden

Avery Copeland, Executive News Editor
November 11, 2023
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