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
Speak loud if noise abounds

Speak loud if noise abounds

Rafaella Kolesnik, Features Editor
March 1, 2025
It is essential that students learn media literacy in order to navigate a world that is growing more dependent on technology. Misinformation can appear in many forms, which makes media literacy necessary to discern the truth.

Get schooled, not fooled

March 1, 2025

Pain isn’t a punchline

Vivien Brennan, Staff Writer
March 1, 2025

Editorial cartoon: Resolutions on life support

Zoey Alpert, Staff Writer
March 1, 2025
Teenagers shouldn't resist embracing holiday traditions out of fear of being judged by others. We must choose to act in ways that make us happy rather than appealing to a norm.

Don’t fear holiday cheer

Lauren Miller, Opinions Editor
December 21, 2024
Constructive criticism contributes to our growth. We should be direct when offering feedback because doing so makes our suggestions more impactful and effective.

Stop the sugarcoating

December 21, 2024
The language we choose is a reflection of who we are. Instead of mindlessly using profanity, we should be conscious of how our words influence the way others perceive us.

Speak with purpose

Jaiden Han, Features Editor
December 21, 2024

Talent ≠ success

Lucy Orchard, News Editor
December 21, 2024
Losing is inevitable but necessary for self-improvement. Students should embrace defeat because doing so allows them to grow, become stronger and move forward from disappointment.

Flourish through failure

Lara White, Executive Sports Editor
December 21, 2024

Presence is the real present

Rafaella Kolesnik, Features Editor
December 21, 2024
Saying others' names correctly is an important demonstration of respect and consideration. Names are crucial parts of our identities, and learning them makes those around us feel valued.

Names matter, get mine right

Cailyn Kelsen, Sports Editor
December 21, 2024
Students should stay home when sick to give themselves time to recover and prevent spreading illness. Those who attend school when sick should take precautions to ensure they do not infect others.

Editorial: Sick students, stay home

November 9, 2024
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