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
Mind Matters sponsor Christina Seaborg and juniors Stella Hyun and Vivian Majewski (left to right) place leaves on the Gratitude Event tree near the entrance to Student Services. Lack of sunlight during the winter months may lead to symptoms of seasonal affective disorder.
Changing seasons sway emotions
Arpi Kirakosian and Ilana Kroner • December 13, 2025
Source: Science teacher Joel Borowicz Graphics and information compiled by Rafaella Kolesnik
Science hall gets scaly star
Rafaella Kolesnik, Editor-in-Chief • December 13, 2025
Torch earns national recognition
Lauren Yoon, Editor-at-Large • December 13, 2025
OpEd
Fitness for the future
Erica Rader, News Editor • December 13, 2025
As more students succumb to slang like "6-7," trending phrases replacing clear thought can erase meaningful language. Taking the time to use thoughtful and precise words supports self-expression.
Sick of six-seven
Rafaella Kolesnik, Editor-in-Chief • December 13, 2025
While trying to cram as much as possible into her day, Torch editor Ilana Kroner often finds herself excessively multitasking. Slowing down can help students find enjoyment and enhanced productivity in individual tasks.
Busy is not always best
Ilana Kroner, Features Editor • December 13, 2025
In The Middle
The Buzz On Caffeinated Drinks
The Buzz On Caffeinated Drinks
December 16, 2025
Caffeinated by the caf
Jaiden Han, Erin Polatsek, and Maya Zhuk • December 13, 2025
Energy drink alternatives
Anabel Cho and Erin Jeon • December 13, 2025
Features
At the Glenbrook South main gym, the Titan Dome, are editors Joyce Ng (left) and Molly Nicoll, Glenbrook North students who take classes at GBS.
Doing double duty at North and South
Joyce Ng and Molly Nicoll • December 13, 2025
Recording a “Call Out Podcast” episode, junior David Artz addresses common teenage mental health questions on Nov. 14 in the Glenbrook North broadcasting studio. The podcast is available on Spotify and Youtube, and new episodes are released on Fridays.
Podcaster advocates for awareness
Vivien Brennan, Opinions editor • December 13, 2025
During her lunch block, junior Carla Konrad (right) goes out to eat with Phoenix Clement on Oct. 9. Konrad has spent time trying new restaurants with her friends and participating in school activities like cross country and Lookbook.
From Germany to GBN
Ashley Ahn, Editor-at-Large • November 1, 2025
Lifestyle
Frosted Favorites
December 16, 2025
Baking away burnout
Maribelle Lee, Executive Lifestyle Editor • December 13, 2025
Frosted Favorites
Maribelle Lee, Linda Podbielski, and Lucy Orchard • December 13, 2025
Sports
As beginners, seniors Natalie Mahoney (left) and Lauren McClamroch took a lesson to learn how to curl at the Chicago Curling Club on Nov. 11. Mahoney released the rock at a 10 o'clock grip and McClamroch swept the rock in attempt to help it recharge the target.
Torch tries curling
Natalie Mahoney and Lauren McClamroch • December 13, 2025
Spartans at state
Spartans at state
Carly Nicoll, Erica Rader, and Lucas Zhang • December 13, 2025
Sean Brandt (left) in the Torch senior issue of 2000. Brandt attended Glenbrook North graduated in the Class of ‘00 and played football, basketball and ran track and field. Brandt, now the head boys track and field coach, is pictured above presenting information about the upcoming track and field season in the Little Theater on Nov. 4.
Past players to current coaches
Jocelyn Kooistra and Elle Laughlin • December 13, 2025