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The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

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Seniors, don’t let college stress overshadow your senior year

Justine Liu, staff writer
September 9, 2022

If there was one piece of advice my college friends kept telling me, it was “When it comes to your college essays, do not procrastinate.” Despite many of my friends and I agreeing to write our personal...

Sports: more than just winning

Sports: more than just winning

Sydney O'Hara, staff writer
September 2, 2022

Four years into my high school career, I find myself focusing mostly on my regrets. The electives I never took and friendships I let fizzle out. The classes I could’ve tried harder in and the football...

Oracle After Hours: The toxic side of TikTok

Oracle After Hours: The toxic side of TikTok

Sophia Pinc, columist
May 7, 2020

As the world around us has come to a halt, we are all searching for something to entertain us. And for most teenagers, that entertainment is Tiktok. Almost everyone either has it or at the very least knows...

It’s important to stay virtually connected to people during this time. Here’s why.

Mackenzie Bill, columnist
April 3, 2020

I am an extrovert. I love being surrounded by people I care about, and I always enjoy the company of others. Although going to school may not always appeal to me, I can always look forward to seeing my...

Its almost spring break, so try to create a new experience

It’s almost spring break, so try to create a new experience

Mackenzie Bill, columnist
March 4, 2020

Although it may seem like we’re stuck in the spiral of cold and dreary winter, spring break is only 15 days away. You may have plans of traveling to exotic places or having a rejuvenating staycation....

Life 360: to protect or possess?

Life 360: to protect or possess?

Sophia Pinc, columnist
March 3, 2020

If you are a teenager living in today's world, you have most likely heard of the app called Life360. Teens hate it, adults applaud it, and this difference of opinion has grown to be a barrier for many...

Oracle After Hours: How to Get Rid of Those Winter Blues

Oracle After Hours: How to Get Rid of Those Winter Blues

Sophia Pinc, columnist
February 6, 2020

Winter has come back to Chicago, and it seems to be here longer than we all wanted. It is that time of year where the days are shorter, the weather is colder, and all those fresh tans from winter break...

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