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
News
Some college acceptance rates have decreased because students are applying to more schools and available freshman spots remain relatively similar.
Inside college admissions
Marissa Fernandez and Nora Skiest • February 18, 2023
ChatGPT, a newly developed artificial intelligence chatbot, has become increasingly popular among students, who are using it to help review for exams and explore different uses of the technology.
AI technology infiltrates GBN
Rohan Mitra and Anna Morrison • February 18, 2023
Students wait for their orders in the Starbucks on Willow Road and Pfingsten Road during a late arrival day on Feb. 9. In part due to staffing issues that make wait times longer, baristas at this location decided to unionize.
Baristas hope to improve store
Maddie Farbman and Claire Satkiewicz • February 18, 2023
OpEd
Prevent the chance of grading bias
Juliet Frum, Staff Writer • February 18, 2023
Many popular fictional pieces fail to feature a single conversation between two women talking about something other than a man. This falsely tells girls that women’s lives naturally revolve around men. Graphic by Hanning Zhu
Justice for female characters
Claire Satkiewicz, Opinions Editor • February 18, 2023
Students should not feel guilty about losing motivation. High school introduces new opportunities that may interest students more than their schoolwork, but coping strategies can help maintain a school-life balance. Graphic by Carly Erlich
Normalize feeling unmotivated
Micah Shulman, News Editor • February 18, 2023
In The Middle
Dreams
Dreams
February 18, 2023
Once upon a dream
Kaylie Adelman and Lexi Tarter • February 18, 2023
Your dreams
Emma Hirsch and Misha Maryan • February 18, 2023
Features
The paw-fect job for students
The paw-fect job for students
Ellie Erlich, Features Editor • February 18, 2023
Sophomore gives back through education
Emma Silshtut, Staff Writer • February 18, 2023
Facing the facts of skin care
Rana Khan, Features Editor • February 18, 2023
Lifestyle
Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” has a more mature, distinct sound not heard in her previous works. “Midnights” explores Swift’s past lovers, friendships and insecurities through emotional bridges and captivating choruses. Photo by Lexi Tarter
Swift’s ‘Midnights’ is a delight
Micah Shulman, News Editor • December 17, 2022
Naps can be beneficial for teenagers who sleep for less than the recommended eight to 10 hours of sleep. While napping can improve cognitive abilities, naps over 20 to 30 minutes can disrupt the sleep cycle. Photo by Kaylie Adelman
Don't sleep on napping
Kaylie Adelman, Executive Lifestyle Editor • December 17, 2022
Beating student burnout
Marissa Fernandez, Opinions Editor • December 17, 2022
Sports
Junior Owen Giannoulias drives to the basket in a game against Glenbrook South on Jan. 6. Glenbrook North won the game 65-57, and the team beat GBS again on Jan. 31. Photo By Jiya Sheth
Boys basketball wins with speed over height
Chris Andreou and Euben Ko • February 18, 2023
An IHSA referee calls a foul against Glenbrook North with three minutes left during a varsity boys basketball game on Feb. 10. Verbal abuse from fans and coaches has led to the resignation of some IHSA officials. Photo by Kate Leverenz
Referee shortage plagues IHSA
Kate Leverenz, Managing Editor • February 18, 2023
During the conference meet at Glenbrook South on Feb. 11, the swim and dive team cheers on their teammate. The team placed second, and several members of the team achieved personal best times. Photo by Karsten Konstant
Boys swim and dive dominates conference
Dani Gichner and Maddie Grabowski • February 18, 2023
Trending Stories
The hypocritical culture created between genders puts girls down no matter what their interests are. It is everyones responsability to end the constant scrutiny of the women around them. Let girls exist. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

The ridicule of the teenage girl

Rehearsing for Shrek, senior Kyle MacDonald (right) and Glenbrook South senior Alicia Penepacker practice blocking. The musical is scheduled to open April 28. Photo by Claire Satkiewicz.

Behind the scenes of ‘Shrek’

In an illustration of a scene from “Nomadland,” the main character, Fern, walks across a campground at sunset. The movie won two Golden Globes and was nominated for several Oscar categories. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

‘Nomadland’: a different American dream

When students are not allowed to use the bathroom during class, they may grow uncomfortable and be unable to concentrate on their work. Students should be allowed to use the restroom when they feel it is necessary. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

When I have to go, I really do have to go

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