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
Senior Nikhil Mitra has spent time throughout the year mentoring younger Torch students. Leadership can be demonstrated by anyone, regardless of title or position.

A six-word message

Nikhil Mitra, Sports Editor
May 24, 2025
Students should try to practice gratitude in every situation instead of letting negativity overpower their thoughts. As a result, one can work more effectively through hardship, developing resilience and grit.

What if I said thank you

Lara White, Executive Sports Editor
May 24, 2025
Students should listen to others’ stories as their perspectives and experiences can create mutual understanding. Pausing to listen to other people can give them a chance to share stories that they would not get to tell otherwise. Graphic by Michelle Andere Anaya, Erin Jeon

Listen close, or it’s lost

Nicole Rogoff, Executive Lifestyle Editor
May 24, 2025
Editor-in-Chief Alex Gerstein feels fulfilled after publishing an issue of the Torch. Students should take pride in their own efforts rather than seeking validation from others.

The truth about tangible talents

Alex Gerstein, Editor-in-Chief
May 24, 2025
Senior Hannah Yoon reminds herself to not let her ideals or expectations for a perfect end result take the joy out of an experience. Powering through daily imperfections and mishaps may allow us to learn from and enjoy every moment.

Embrace by showing grace

Hannah Yoon, Executive Opinions Editor
May 24, 2025
While endings can bring about emotions of sadness and fear, focusing on the negatives can close us off from the possibility change creates. Students should embrace new beginnings and all they can offer.

Say hello with goodbye

May 24, 2025
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
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