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
Some students have difficulty making up P.E. class within the department’s current absence policy. One possible change that can help mitigate the issues that arise from the policy is allowing students to submit a recording of a remote workout. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

Health comes before P.E. makeups

Bella Kahn, Executive Lifestyle Editor
December 17, 2021
The pressure to conform can prevent students from pursuing individual passions and prioritizing personal values. When making decisions, students should consider multiple options, rather than defaulting to popular choices among their peers. Graphic by Claire Satkiewicz

Editorial: Calling out the decision to conform

November 12, 2021
When students are not allowed to use the bathroom during class, they may grow uncomfortable and be unable to concentrate on their work. Students should be allowed to use the restroom when they feel it is necessary. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

When I have to go, I really do have to go

Kate Leverenz, Sports Editor
November 12, 2021
Students who are not enrolled in a music class are not allowed to participate in the majority of extracurricular music groups. Students should be allowed to audition regardless of their enrollment status in music classes to further pursue their musical passions. Graphic by Alyssa Sanchez

Let students into music groups

Jenna Amusin, Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2021
During lunch, students play corn hole outside in the student mall. Students should take advantage of opportunities to engage in activities and events to elevate school mindset. Photo by Alex Garibashvily

Editorial: Adopting the optimistic mindset

October 2, 2021
Some of the best memories of high school are the little moments scattered throughout the day that pop up unexpectedly, like when laughter erupts while a broken computer is stuck playing The Duck Song on repeat. Graphic by Alex Garibashvily

The best little moments

Rachel Katz, Executive News Editor
May 28, 2021
Graphic by Alyssa Sanchez.

Stand up against Asian hate

Saruul-Erdene Jagdagdorj, Staff Writer
May 28, 2021
Oh no! Your evil teacher assigned a big test the same day as your English paper is due, and your wifi went out! Proceed to access spells to fight the villains and turn your wifi back on. Graphic by Baeyoung Yoo

An ode to Wizard101

Ellie White, Executive Editor-at-Large
May 28, 2021
Photo by Natalie Sandlow

Stop being clothes-minded

Lauren Dyer, Managing Editor
May 28, 2021
Although the two are often equated, weight should not and does not determine one’s beauty. As a society, we need to acknowledge the existence of fatphobia and work to reduce the stigma surrounding fatness. Graphic by Alex Garibashvily

Weight does not determine beauty

Molly Parker, Opinions Editor
May 28, 2021

The curse of the planner

Sarah Boeke, Editor-in-Chief
May 28, 2021
Photo by Natalie Sandlow

Just one final opinion

Haley Sandlow, Executive Opinions Editor
May 28, 2021
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