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The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

The Oracle

The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

The Oracle

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...

Etruscan excellence

Etruscan excellence

Max Beitzel, asst. features editor
April 21, 2023

Each year, students and parents look forward to having a yearbook that encompasses the entire school year in their hands. The yearbook staff ensures that the final copy held by South students is high quality,...

Horticulture Team nurtures plants, friendships

Horticulture Team nurtures plants, friendships

Maia Weissman, staff writer
April 21, 2023

It may be pouring rain outside, or perhaps it is a cool breezy day, but you would never know from within South’s greenhouse, where the humid temperatures keep plants in the nursery thriving. The greenhouse’s...

Oracle spring crossword (answers below)

April 18, 2023

Down 1. Passover 2. Allergies 4. Umbrella 6. Chicks 8. Bunny 9. Bee   Across 3. Blossoms 5. April Showers 7. Spring Cleaning 8. Ballgame

The final blow: vaping addiction in adolescence

The final blow: vaping addiction in adolescence

Sofia Cole and Sarah Al-Jawhar
March 17, 2023

Vaping has become something that more teens are turning to, as 14.1 percent of high school students said they recently used an e-cigarette or other vape product, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

World Cultures Fair embraces diversity

Sofia Cole, co-features editor
March 17, 2023

For a night of cultural exploration of South’s diversity, various culture clubs will display unique food, music, and games, senior Sara Khan, Students Organized Against Racism (SOAR) Co-President, said....

Crafting brings comfort, community

Crafting brings comfort, community

Sofia Cole and Anna Marquardt
March 17, 2023

From warm wooly sweaters to gemstone adorned crowns, many students channel their creativity into creating gifts and crafts, Kimiko Garbe, Japanese Teacher and Knitting Club Sponsor, said. Garbe has involved...

Law club provides new opportunities for involvement

Law club provides new opportunities for involvement

Justine Liu
March 17, 2023

As the sun blazed and a breeze wafted through the summer air, sophomore Sarina Harjani had an idea: Law Club at South. This past summer, Harjani gathered a group of friends and together they became the...

The Final Blow: Gaby Yap Column

The Final Blow: Gaby Yap Column

Gaby Yap, asst. opinions editor
March 17, 2023

I was 13 the first time I vaped. The summer after I graduated eighth grade, I would often spend time biking around my neighborhood. My routine consisted of a visit to the library,  buying an overly sweet...

Students, staff shamrock and roll

Students, staff shamrock and roll

Victor Spuza and Maia Weissman
March 17, 2023

From attending  Chicago’s celebratory parade to enjoying homemade corned beef and cabbage around the dinner table, many families at South gather on March 17 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and honor...

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