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

Micah Shulman, Editor-in-Chief

Micah Shulman (‘24) is the Editor-in-Chief and has been a member of Torch since his sophomore year. Previous positions: Staff Writer (21-22), News Editor, (22-23), Copy Editor (22-23).

All content by Micah Shulman
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

Social media fuels political polarization

Micah Shulman and Lara White
February 24, 2024

Examine our excuses

Micah Shulman, Editor-In-Chief
February 24, 2024
Streetlights in Downtown Northbrook display banners with a new Village tagline “True North.” The new brand was implemented to attract businesses and people to Northbrook. Photo by Micah Shulman

Northbrook unveils new brand

Micah Shulman, News Editor
May 19, 2023
Students should not feel guilty about losing motivation. High school introduces new opportunities that may interest students more than their schoolwork, but coping strategies can help maintain a school-life balance. Graphic by Carly Erlich

Normalize feeling unmotivated

Micah Shulman, News Editor
February 18, 2023

Types of dreams

Micah Shulman and Klara Walny
February 18, 2023
Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” has a more mature, distinct sound not heard in her previous works. “Midnights” explores Swift’s past lovers, friendships and insecurities through emotional bridges and captivating choruses. Photo by Lexi Tarter

Swift’s ‘Midnights’ is a delight

Micah Shulman, News Editor
December 17, 2022
The digital SAT is currently being piloted at schools across the country, including Glenbrook North on Sept. 24. The test features a built-in graphing calculator, allows breaks between sections at each student’s pace and allows students to flag questions as they go.

SAT transitions to online test

Claire Satkiewicz and Micah Shulman
November 5, 2022
Menstrual product dispensers that have been torn down by students are stored in Glenbrook North’s Buildings and Grounds Hub. Multiple dispensers have been taken off of bathroom walls and are starting to be put back up with stronger anchors.

Menstrual products available in men’s rooms

Micah Shulman, News Editor
October 1, 2022
During her radio show on March 10, sophomore Katelyn Plasky (right) hosts freshman Amalya Walny as a guest. Radio students have prepared for WGBK Radiothon, which is scheduled to take place on April 22. Photo by Alex Garibashvily.

Radio students to host 10-hour radiothon

Euben Ko and Micah Shulman
April 9, 2022
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