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The Oracle

Ellory Moran

Ellory Moran, Opinions Editor

Hello! My name’s Ellory. This year, I am the co-opinion editor and it is my second year on EdBoard. Other than The Oracle, I also participate in the theatre and TV programs at South.

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Looking beyond the screen

Looking beyond the screen

Ellory Moran, co-opinions editor
November 25, 2024

Everyday life can feel boring. That’s why we flee to the vast internet instead of being trapped in our own mundane lives. We immerse ourselves in the online lives of more interesting people, from...

APPRECIATING ART: Tucked away in the front office gallery resides the National Art Honor Society (NAHS)  art show, featuring art work  by (left to right, top to bottom) Eleni Kafantaris, Briana Balan, Manuela Robles-Berthier, Lukas House, Archana Stoeterau, Caitlyn Davis, and many more. Members of the society created art based on experiences in their life essential to their individuality or influences of their personality. Come celebrate and discover the talented artists of South and learn more about their stories by visiting the gallery anytime through the end of the month.

[Photo] Have heart, respect art

The Editorial Board
November 22, 2024

APPRECIATING ART: Tucked away in the front office gallery resides the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) art show, featuring art work by (left to right, top to bottom) Eleni Kafantaris, Briana Balan,...

The AI takeover

The AI takeover

Ellory Moran, opinions editor
October 4, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is disrupting industries like media, design, and technology, leaving students worried that the fields they’re passionate about are being automated and diminished. Since...

trapped in the glow: Like many other students, sophomore Grace Tekip falls victim to the allure of her screen. Laying in bed, she discovers the harsh realities of bedrotting.

Bedrotting decays summer days

Ellory Moran, asst. a/e editor
May 23, 2024

As the golden rays of the summer sun peak over the horizon, beaches beckon with the promise of sandy shores and crashing waves. The air is infused with saltwater and the sunbeams dance vivaciously across...

Drama class acts it out

Drama class acts it out

Ellory Moran, assistant A&E editor
May 23, 2024

Breakups are bad, but they get even worse in The 9 Worst Breakups of All Time, a drama class performance, we publish on May 24 so this will have already happened, Drama Teacher Mandi Corrao said.  This...

On the Dance Floor: Ilana Lieberman, North senior, looks upon her fellow featured dancers as they rigorously rehearse their challenging choreography. As featured dancers, they are required to difficult choreography to compliment the lead actors.

The Prom takes the floor

Ellory Moran, asst. a&e editor
April 25, 2024

Identity is everything, especially in high school. This year, The Glenbrook Musical will perform a story embracing identity while embracing comedic elements, Mandi Corrao, Assistant Director and Drama...

Art Forms Connections: Senior Cece Biank’s mixed media piece about her mother, who is a psychologist, features a mixture of photography and painting to represent disconnection in her artwork.

[Photo] AP Art Show dives deep into themes

Mae Kuchimanchi and Audrey Reid
April 25, 2024

Art Forms Connections: Senior Cece Biank’s mixed media piece about her mother, who is a psychologist, features a mixture of photography and painting to represent disconnection in her artwork.

Past Lives

Ellory Moran, asst. a&e editor
February 16, 2024

Among all the Oscar nominees for Best Picture – Barbie, Oppenheimer, Killers of the Flower Moon, Poor Things, American Fiction, Zone of Interest, Maestro, and The Holdovers – the indie film Past Lives,...

Elf (2003) Review

Ellory Moran, asst. a&e editor
December 22, 2023

When I was in elementary school, the best part of Christmas was the school holiday parties. The entire class would gather on the cozy rug, settle down with a cup of Swiss Miss, and watch a movie. In one...

Separate the art and artist

Separate the art and artist

Ellory Moran, asst. a&e editor
December 22, 2023

During a dreary, exhausting school day, I often find myself popping in an Airpod and playing my favorite tunes to comfort myself. Most students also listen to music to experience a sense of relief throughout...

Many Mediums: Photo by Amberlyn Hwang, ceramic by Grace Tekip, painting by Michelle Enkhbat, sculpture by Mark Begonia, and drawing by Anu Albegbayer.

Visual Art Electives

Ellory Moran, asst. a&e editor
November 17, 2023

Photography Click. One snap of a camera is all it takes to capture a photo. However, it takes skill to express the desired artistry and emotion within that photo, Art Teacher Amie Elliot said. Photography...

Satellite Radio shoots for the stars

Satellite Radio shoots for the stars

Ellory Moran, Asst. A&E Editor
October 13, 2023

For most students, the Dunkin’ across the street from the Glenview Public Library is a place to grab coffee before studying. However, for upcoming indie band Satellite Radio, Dunkin’ is where junior...

The Final Bow

The Final Bow

Ellory Moran, staff writer
May 19, 2023

Senior Lila Becker looked out at the audience, tears streaming down her face and confetti flying around her, as she took her final bow. It was the closing night of Mean Girls, and Becker’s last time...

Water polo dives into new season

Water polo dives into new season

Danielle Joseph and Ellory Moran
April 21, 2023

With a competitive and enjoyable environment, the varsity girls’ water polo team seeks to end the season strong Micheal Stancik, Varsity Girls’ Water Polo Head Coach, said. Stancik explained that...

Planning Members: Interact leader Vivian Wang gave club members an explanation of
the blood drive during their morning meeting on March 1. Members also created posters
advertising the drive.

Interact prepares for blood drive

Lynn Lee, Asma Ghomrawi, and Ellory Moran
March 17, 2023

The Interact Blood Drive on March 22 is an all-day event held in the Lyceum for both students and staff to sign up to- donate blood, Mark Gallagher, Math Teacher and Interact Club Sponsor, said. The...

Ping-pong club: easygoing and enjoyable

Ellory Moran, Staff Writer
December 16, 2022

Tryouts, cuts, and competition excluded. South’s Ping-Pong Club offers a relaxed environment where students can play ping pong while still maintaining a competitive spirit, Steven Berkley, Ping-Pong...

Senior Pet Awareness Month

Ellory Moran and Maia Weissman
November 10, 2022

When it comes to adopting pets, the bitter truth of the matter is that older animals are usually the last to be chosen. Compared to the 60 percent adoption rate for younger dogs and puppies, senior dogs...

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