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The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

The Oracle

The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

The Oracle

Spirit ignited by cheer, band

Spirit ignited by cheer, band

Sofia Cole, co-features editor
October 17, 2023

Every Friday night, as the South football team prepares for their game, stands of parents and students alike crowd into the stadium. At first glance, it seems that they are all gathering to only watch...

Construction; collaboration built with camaraderie

Construction; collaboration built with camaraderie

Bailey Baker, asst. features editor
October 13, 2023

Dating back to South’s very first years, the flourishing tradition of float construction has returned again in a striking new way. Typical September scents of pumpkin spice, crisp leaves, and raw wood...

South’s evolution over the years

Asma Ghomrawi and Zoha Suteria
October 13, 2023

The vivid memory of sitting in the late history teacher Steve Eich’s South classroom still fills the mind of David Schoenwetter, Social Studies teacher and 1994 South graduate. Schoenwetter sat amazed...

Excitement Packs the Stands

Excitement Packs the Stands

Maya Scahill, Co Features Editor
October 13, 2023

The spirit of the crowd at South’s home games is unmatched, from the loud cheering to the crazy blue and gold outfits and face paint. Not only are the games fun to attend, but they also set an example...

Navigating the homecoming hustle

Navigating the homecoming hustle

Zoha Suteria, asst. features editor
October 7, 2023

Homecoming day, an exhilarating experience for many is filled with anticipation and excitement. It’s a night of vibrant colors, joyful laughter, and not-so-graceful dancing. A magical space is formed,...

Self expression through makeup

Self expression through makeup

Sofia Cole, co-features editor
May 19, 2023

From Lady Gaga to David Bowie, celebrities have been experimenting with extreme makeup looks for decades. At South, extravagant makeup as such is stigmatized, senior Joselle David said.  David pointed...

Outstanding Okilko

Outstanding Okilko

Max Beitzel, asst. features editor
April 21, 2023

In 2021, sophomore Lidiia Okilko was uprooted from her native country, Ukraine, and traveled alone to Glenview, Illinois in search of safety away from the war-ravaged place that she once called home. Okilko...

Investing in your future

Investing in your future

Bailey Baker, staff writer
April 21, 2023

Every other Wednesday morning in Room 1137, South students gather to talk about money and strategies for smart investing at Investments Club, junior member Dylan Monagan said. The world of stocks, investment...

PRAIRIE CONSERVATION:

PRAIRIE CONSERVATION:

Emily Pavlik and Sofia Cole
April 21, 2023

An endless grass field rested untouched by civilization. A multitude of species thrived on open grasslands, only the sounds of wind, birds, and small animals were heard throughout the field....

Students explore new paths through Med Tech course

Students explore new paths through Med Tech course

Asma Ghomrawi, staff writer
April 21, 2023

South’s only medical-based elective, Medical Technology, commonly known as Med Tech, is a popular elective for sophomores and upperclassmen. The lab-based class is targeted toward students who have even...

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