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
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.

Sideline toxic sports behavior

Nikhil Mitra, Sports Editor
February 24, 2024
Students need to stop complaining about inconsequential issues. Instead, they should choose their battles wisely and advocate for themselves. Graphic by Carly Erlich

Editorial: Students, suck it up

February 24, 2024
Students should always complete sexual harassment training at work. Training is mandatory in Illinois and teaches people how to recognize and prevent sexual harassment. Graphic by Erin Jeon

Help prevent sexual harassment

Maddie Farbman, News Editor
December 23, 2023

Editorial cartoon: Don’t sit idly by

December 23, 2023
Winter break is the perfect opportunity for students to explore which self-care options are most helpful. Students should continue using the methods they discover over winter break during the school year. Graphic by Carly Erlich

Editorial: Chill out for winter break

December 23, 2023
Publicly displaying students’ heart rates in P.E. classes may cause embarrassment and stress for those who have a different heart rate than their peers. Teachers should respect the privacy of students by no longer projecting student heart rates and instead showing students their heart rate individually.

Keep heart rates hidden

Avery Copeland, Executive News Editor
November 11, 2023
Student participation in sports betting can lead to a gambling addiction, but many do not know how to ask for help. Both parents and the school must be aware of this addiction and help raise awareness.

Editorial: All in to address gambling

November 11, 2023
Safety Day had all eight blocks in one day for a shortened amount of time to discuss safety procedures for each class and extra time for safety drills and an assembly. Decreased student attendance and repetitive conversations about safety plans made this day less engaging and effective than it could have been. Graphic by Erin Jeon.

Safety Day becomes ‘Skip Day’ for some

Natalie Mahoney, Staff Writer
November 11, 2023
Some students leave garbage around school, which creates an unhygienic atmosphere for their peers. Students who litter should be aware of the repercussions, and administration should enforce consequences. Graphic by Kaitlyn Lu.

Editorial: Hold litterers accountable

October 7, 2023
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