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
Crying in the bathroom can be a refuge for some students and may also allow them to alleviate their emotional pain and process difficult feelings. Because bottling up feelings can be overwhelming, students should shed tears when they feel it is necessary. Photo by Avery Copeland

A tearful goodbye to the bathrooms

Maddie Farbman, News Editor
May 25, 2024
Torch editor Marissa Fernandez attempts to do homework while her siblings distract her. Even though moments like these may seem like a nuisance, they can create the best memories. Photo by Avery Copeland

Embrace the unexpected

Marissa Fernandez, Executive Opinions Editor
May 25, 2024
Students should take some time alone every day to connect with themselves. Activities like taking a walk or going for a drive allow people to escape the craziness of everyday life. Photo by Marissa Fernandez

Get in the zone of being alone

Micah Shulman, Editor-In-Chief
May 25, 2024
Instead of waiting for peers to reach out to them, students should take initiative and make an effort to communicate with their classmates. Students should recognize the control they have over their circumstances. Graphic by Jaden Cho

A reminder to look inward

Avery Copeland, Executive News Editor
May 25, 2024
Students should not take the actions of staff members and the resources offered at school for granted. Taking the time to show appreciation is something everyone should do, especially at end of the school year. Graphic by Marisa Chi

Editorial: Conclude with gratitude

May 25, 2024

Break free from biases

Marissa Fernandez, Executive Opinions Editor
April 13, 2024
The P.E. self-defense curriculum is the same for both boys and girls, but experiences often differ as most boys learn physical defense techniques while girls may not. All students must receive thorough self-defense education to adequately defend themselves if necessary. Graphic by Hanning Zhu

Danger doesn’t discriminate

Lauren Miller, Staff Writer
April 13, 2024
Students who oppose finals may fail to realize that the exams help prepare them for the future. Finals offer students opportunities to discover effective studying methods and develop resilience. Graphic by Marisa Chi

Editorial: Finals: a necessary evil

April 13, 2024
Trash and food left in common work areas may attract cockroaches. To prevent unwanted interactions with cockroaches, students should clean up after themselves. Graphic by Alison Chung

Cockroaches, you bug me

Natalie Mahoney, Staff Writer
April 13, 2024

Examine our excuses

Micah Shulman, Editor-In-Chief
February 24, 2024
Despite students many responsibilities, kindness must be consistently practiced. In order to create a considerate student body, being kind should be more than another task to check off. Graphic by Hanning Zhu

Are we only kind when we have time?

Lauren Miller, Staff Writer
February 24, 2024
Directing hateful comments towards athletes and coaches has become a norm at sporting events. Fans should prioritize respect rather than engaging in these toxic behaviors. Graphic by Rafaella Kolesnik

Sideline toxic sports behavior

Nikhil Mitra, Sports Editor
February 24, 2024
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