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Glenbrook musical facilitates lasting bonds

April 19, 2019
Students walk out in honor of Trayvon Martin

Students walk out in honor of Trayvon Martin

March 15, 2019
South alum Sarah Kim creates portraits during her classes at Parsons University, where she is currently a freshman majoring in Communication Design

South alums continue to pursue art, expand artistic horizons

February 7, 2019
SIGNING THROUGH THE SILENCE: Bending their heads over their work (left), juniors Jordan Dahiya and Sarah Lothian attempt to convey some of the challenges of being deaf. Holding her hands in front of her (right), junior Kasia Dyrda explains her painting using sign language. The American Sign Language Art Gallery was held in the SAC on Thursday, Nov. 8.

ASL Art Gallery emphasizes kindness to all

December 14, 2018
Summer Salt draws inspiration from the Beach Boys in new album Happy Camper

Summer Salt draws inspiration from the Beach Boys in new album Happy Camper

November 16, 2018
Stick-and-Poke tattoos symbolize identity

Stick-and-Poke tattoos symbolize identity

September 28, 2018
Fresh Faces: Presenting to her sophomore English class, new teacher Jen Jun teaches a lesson on fables. Glenbrook South hired 11 new staff members this school year.

[Photo] South welcomes new teachers with fresh perspectives

September 28, 2018
it can happen anywhere: Forming a line outside the auditorium doors, students wait for their belongings to be checked by faculty and administrators before school on Monday. Sept. 24 while Superintendent Dr. Michael Riggle supervises. This security measure was implemented after a message reading “there will be a school shooting on September 25th 2018” was found in a South classroom and reported on Sept. 20. Photo by Yoon Kim

[Photo] Security procedures change, address local, national threats

September 28, 2018
We Realize(d) project exhibits unique aspects in South community

“We Realize(d)” project exhibits unique aspects in South community

May 25, 2018
illustration by Yoon Kim

Immigration impacts national identity, outlook

May 25, 2018
SIGNS THAT SHINE: Demonstrating a new sign, Rosemarie Carsello, American Sign Language teacher shows sophmore Kendall Grenolds a new phrase in sign language. The American Sign Language class participates in events like Silent Weekend in order to immerse students in Deaf culture.

[Photo] ASL course promotes inclusion

May 25, 2018
Films leave lasting impact, significance varies among individuals

Films leave lasting impact, significance varies among individuals

April 20, 2018

Students express personal style through thrift shopping

March 16, 2018
SUPPORTIVE SNAPPING: Listening to his peers’ poems, freshman Justin Manalang snaps, signifying agreement and relatability. Poets at South gather in preparation for Louder than a Bomb, a youth poetry festival, which takes place on March 18.

Louder than a Bomb showcases spoken word poetry, furthers communication

February 9, 2018
SOULFUL CAESAR: Playing his guitar, Canadian artist Daniel Caesar practices songs from his most recent album, Freudian, released August 2017, pictured above. His honest and personal music is influenced by throwback R&B and classic gospel.

Caesar displays emotion through soulful approach

November 10, 2017
CHIMING CHAMBERS: Singing intently, (from left to right) juniors Steph Ornduff and Becky Jacobson, along with seniors Erin Kirby and Rachel Shwartz, prepare for future shows they will perform in within their a capella group, Chambers. This ensemble is best known for their old fashioned clothing and seasonal songs.

Chambers establishes traditions, highlights classical music styles

October 6, 2017
SYMPHONIC SOLACE: Matching pitch, seniors Ashley Levenson (left) and Claire Valenziano (right) practice in their all girls a capella group, Solace. This group is directed by Robert Shellard, new co-choir director.

Solace takes on modern music, creates close knit relationships

October 6, 2017
SERENADING SCAT THAT: Reading their music intently, (from left to right) sophomore Jenna Kim, seniors Micheal McNeela and Yenny Ha and junior Ellie Eavenson sing in South’s only jazz group, Scat That. This group is directed by co-choir director Andrew Toniolo, pictured above.

[Photo] Scat That provides alternate jazz ensemble option for GBS singers

October 6, 2017

Students give time, compassion to animals in need

June 17, 2017

South students show love for animals through service

May 26, 2017
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[Photo] Leaving their mark: South teachers reflect on careers before retirement

May 26, 2017
Crucial Construction: Remodeling the main gym, construction workers begin redoing the floors, adding new bleachers and replacing the basketball hoops in the dome. These additions, along with bathrooms and a new concession stand in the John Davis stadium, were proposed by the Titan Booster Club and District 225, and will be completed before the start of the next school year.

[Photo] Stadium, main gym construction in progress

May 26, 2017
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[Photo] Artist Alert

May 26, 2017
Alumni Adventures: Walking in Brussels, Dani Tuchman, 2016 South alumna, immerses herself in the European landscape after choosing an alternative start program to college rather than attending USC in the fall of 2016.

South alumni embrace independent life

April 21, 2017
Polo passin: Senior leader, Tucker Nienhaus, looks to fellow teamates for a pass during the Titans’ match against GBN on April 11. The Titans defeated the Spartans 19-10.

[Photo] Men’s water polo looks to qualify for State tournament

April 21, 2017
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[Photo] Artist Alert

April 21, 2017
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[Photo] Mid year art show showcases student creativity

March 23, 2017
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[Photo] South freshmen adjust to high school workload

March 3, 2017
While working in their biology class, Mike Hatfield and Abby Coleman perform a lab. Along with others, these S.T.E.M. juniors students took part in the project Cancer for the Common Good which shed new light on how to cure different diseases with cancer cells.

[Photo] S.T.E.M. biology students reconsider stereotypes through Cancer for the Common Good

February 28, 2017
A way with words: Junior Gina Kim edits her essay on comfort women. This essay won Kim the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) award for the First Amendment Freedoms Art and Essay Contest.

[Photo] ADL recognizes Kim for social justice, heritage

February 14, 2017
Powerful Praise: With heads bowed in thoughtful prayer, members of the Cornerstone Christian Club, formerly known as H2O, sing and recite verses at their weekly meetings. Club president John Park believes that school-provided prayer rooms are an important part in ensuring all students feel comfortable practicing their faith at South.

South prayer room offers inclusivity, sparks discussion

February 10, 2017
Counting Computers: Inspecting a computer, Interact senior leader Justin Bifeld examines the donations for the Interact Computer Drive on Jan. 14. Interact leaders noted an increase in this yearís donations in comparison to previous years.

[Photo] Computer drive donations reach all-time high

February 10, 2017
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[Photo] Artist Alert

February 10, 2017
STARTING SHECHTMAN: Preparing to take his mark, junior Nick Shechtman (foreground) listens for the offical to start the event at Titan Relays on Jan. 14. GBS came in first out of eight teams at Titan Relays, an invite South hosts every year where some non-traditional events, such as the 200 yard breaststroke relay, are included.

[Photo] Men’s swimming looks to succeed in post-season

February 10, 2017
Bending down to block out the shot, goalie Paul Zygmunt makes the save against a Loyola Gold offender. The Titans lost to the Ramblers by a score of 4-2.

[Photo] South Hockey loses to rival GBN in seasonal game

December 16, 2016
GIRL GENIUSES: Discussing and planning, sophomore Sophie Nathanson, senior Elizabeth Park and junior Katheryn Woo develop a prosthetic hand. The prosthetic hand that Society of Women Engineers designed and created was donated to e-NABLE, an organization that sends prosthetics to those in need.

[Photo] Society of Women Engineers 3D prints prosthetic hand, donates to assist e-NABLE

December 17, 2016
Military time: Displaying his potrait as a former member of the U.S. Marine Corps, Brian Shaoul, Transitional Studies Instructor for Student Services, described that he never saw actual combat. His main role in service was maintaining aircrafts that would fly troops into loading zones.

[Photo] South staff members reveal stories about time in military service

December 16, 2016
BINARY BROS: Working with his fellow AP Computer Science classmates, junior Kevin Choi (right) smiles as he completes a line of code. The Computer Science curriculum revolves around providing students with a realistic and usable education in technology.

[Photo] Computer programming focuses on problem-solving, realistic issues

December 16, 2016
Supervising Silca: Woodworking teacher Stephen Silca provides insight on senior Jeffrey Mitchells woods project. Silca has been teaching woodworking at South for five years.

[Photo] Silca provides a role model for woodworking students

December 8, 2016
Presenting to club members, Sophie Hensley and Chloe McKerr discuss upcoming yoga related events. Club Younity strives to bring spiritual awareness to the South student body.

[Photo] Club Younity strives to bring awareness to spirituality among student body

December 1, 2016
SISTER SUPPORT: Preparing for a game, the womens field hockey team draws on each other for support. Womens field hockey is just one sport that utilizes the big and little sister program at South.

[Photo] Women’s sports teams develop support system with big and little sister programs

November 19, 2016
BAND BONDING: Directing a late night marching band practice, Greg Wojcik, directer of Souths Band, and son Aaron Wojcik, assistant band director give instructions to students. This will be Gregs 38th and final year at South as band director.

[Photo] Wojcik follows in father’s footsteps, assists in directing GBS Band

November 22, 2016
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[Photo] Indianapolis anti-Trump rally attracts diverse, divided audience

November 13, 2016
Passionate Protester: Yelling to show support, a young woman takes part in a protest against hateful rhetoric and ideals in Indianapolis, Indiana. The demonstration, held on Nov. 12, started at the Statehouse before protesters began to march downtown.

[Photo] Trump resistance rally garners further Republican respect

November 13, 2016
Student, teacher viewpoints differ on use of online literary resources

Student, teacher viewpoints differ on use of online literary resources

November 4, 2016
Lunging to avoid a defender, freshman midfielder MJ McNary, dribbles the ball down field during a game against F.W. Parker on Oct. 20.

[Photo] Field hockey ends year with 12-7 record

November 4, 2016
EVERYDAY IS ‘MUN’DAY: Discussing their meeting agenda, seniors Yoana Sidzhimova and Lori Steffel, GBS Model United Nations (MUN) president and vice president, lead their fellow board members. Sidzhimova and Steffel collaborated on an article about MUN that was published in the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth’s magazine Imagine.

[Photo] MUN Leaders Publish Article in Imagine

November 4, 2016
Erin in Action: Playing a solo on her clarinet, junior Erin Kirby performs at Band-o-rama. At this event, the marching band played in front of parents and honored seniors with awards and speeches.

[Photo] Marching band season ends with a first place win

November 4, 2016
SERVICE OVER SELF: Working with a student from Passages Charter School in Chicago, senior Maude Tarbox engages in one of Key Clubís Eat ‘N’ Read events on Sept. 23. The club promotes various service opportunities within local and global communities.

[Photo] Key Club expands, reforms Eat ‘N’ Read events

November 4, 2016
Zealous for Zeitgeist: Acting out a scene in Zeitgeist, sophomores Sammi Boas and Sarah McNeela laugh as Gabriella Bellows photographs sophomore Annabelle Fogel. The theme of the play, growing up, was chosen by the cast of freshman and sophomore students. In addition, the actors wrote the entire script of the play.

[Photo] Zeitgeist captures childhood experiences

November 4, 2016
THE TITAN IN ALL OF US: GBS alumnus Jake Schmidt interacts with former WBBM weatherman Steve Baskerville (left) and Dr. Jim Shellard (right) while dressed up as Tommy the Titan during the 2011 South Telethon. Schmidt, an active member of Student Council, was a part of South’s Special Education Department.

South Special Education prepares for future

September 30, 2016
Mirroring Maranto: Leading members in the Freshman and Sophomore Play rehearsal, Mark Maranto, Fine Arts instructional supervisor, provides his insight for the direction of the opening scene. One of Maranto’s goals in this new position is to integrate the added classes with existing traditions.

[Photo] Fine Arts Department welcomes Maranto

September 30, 2016
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[Photo] Sedentary classes neglect to offer greatest learning experience

September 30, 2016
RETIREMENT READY: Joining together to reminisce about their careers, South retiring faculty prepares to end the school year for one last time. These staff members have devoted countless years to helping students learn and grow. Featured from left to right: (top) Jerry Zabin, John Lewis, Todd Hansen, Peter Masciopinto, Terry Jozwik, Marty Sirvatka, (bottom) Janice Osowski, Ellen Eichler, Mary Vicars, Kay Sopocy, Dawn Fendt. Not featured: Fred Kocian, Carol May.

Retirement is now in session: South faculty say goodbye to GBS with lasting memories, relationships, legacies

May 24, 2016
FANCY FAMILY: Striking a pose, Alex Ladan (left) hugs her niece, Corrine Shaw (right), for a family portrait. Currently a sophomore, Ladan greatly enjoys being Shaws aunt and confusing others with their complex family tree.

South students face responsibilities, rewards as aunts, uncles

May 19, 2016
DECORATING DUO: Attaching a yellow streamer to support posts, juniors Danielle Callas and Bailey Burke lay the finishing touches on a pyramid for GBSís Turnabout dance, ìNight on the Nileî, on March 5. Callas and Burke participate in Girls Letter Club, a club for varsity female athletes, which is one of the many extracurricular activities offered at GBS.

GBS named number one: Niche placed South as top school in nation for extracurricular activities

March 11, 2016
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