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
Torch editor Sunehri Patel (right) spends time with those who prioritize their relationships with her. Students should surround themselves with people who make them feel valued.

Left on delivered

Sunehri Patel, Managing Editor
April 12, 2025

Peanut pain

Linda Podbielski, Staff Writer
April 12, 2025
Students may not recognize the large impact their inaction has on those around them. When students take accountability for their actions, they may inspire others to do the same, amplifying the change they can create. Graphic by Jaida Cooper

Ripples of responsibility

April 12, 2025
By constantly purchasing trendy products, teens contribute to unnecessary waste production. Students should value products for their function rather than succumbing to constantly changing trends.

Consumerism is so last season

Erica Rader, Staff Writer
April 12, 2025
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
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