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The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

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The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

The Oracle

Emily Browne

Emily Browne, Assistant Editor

Hi, I’m Emily. I’m an Assistant Editor for the Oracle. I took J-Writing my freshman year and was a staff writer sophomore year. Outside of Oracle, I like to read, bake, and draw.

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Hoffman competed at the Mid-America Oirceachtas, All Ireland Regionals, last November to impress renowned judges. After three days of nonstop dancing, Hoffman placed 13 out of 120 girls.

Hoffman finds leadership in Irish dance

Emily Browne, asst. editor
October 10, 2025

From watching her cousins perform at a young age to practicing six days a week and competing nationally, freshman Avery Hoffman found a passion in Irish dancing. Hoffman decided to try Irish dancing at...

CREW COLLAB: Senior Josh Footlik, North Stage Crew member, and sophomore Savannah Stec, South Stage Crew member, work together to build the set for Chicago. Students from both schools help out with stage construction.

Behind the curtain, Stage Crew shines

Emily Browne, Staff writer
April 25, 2025

As the curtains rise over the stage, the actors are revealed taking on characters of all ages and genres; what you do not see is behind the scenes of the Glenbrook productions. The lights that follow the...

Titan stars bring spirit

Titan stars bring spirit

Emily Browne and Audrey Reid
February 14, 2025

As the South basketball team rushes down the court, cheers are heard not only from the crowd, but from the sidelines, where the inclusive, Titan Stars, stand. Titan Stars is a dance and cheerleading...

Tapestry of Talent: (top to bottom) sophomore Peter Loughran plays xylophone at Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra (GSO) rehearsal, and sophomore Madeline Preston and junior Mia Hermann pose next to the mirrors backstage of the fall play.

Expression, Connection

Emily Browne and Ava Meder
November 17, 2023

At South, the Fine Arts Department is a home for many students, including junior Mia Hermann, sophomore Peter Loghran, and sophomore Madeline Preston. The sense of community in the Fine Arts Department...

Turning the Gavel

Turning the Gavel

Emily Browne and Ava Meder
October 27, 2023

“Order in the court!” — a phrase commonly heard in TV shows and movies, but never in Mock Trial.  Mock Trial is a team made for students who love to speak, act, and embrace their opinions, Junior...

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