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The Oracle

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The Oracle

The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

The Oracle

Shaving shame

Shaving shame

Ellory Moran, co-opinions editor
April 25, 2025

In the seventh grade, when leg hair began blooming across my legs, my mom handed me a razor. She gave me the choice; if I wanted to, I could shave. That weekend, I went to a family friend’s lakehouse....

Where the heart majors

Where the heart majors

Sarah Park, co-editor-in-chief
April 25, 2025

When I told my parents I wanted to make a lot of money, they told me the “smart” major would be business. They didn’t recommend my dream major, journalism.  I kept their suggestion in mind. Throughout...

Breaking down stigma: embrace accents

Breaking down stigma: embrace accents

Sarah Park, co-editor-in-chief
February 14, 2025

My mom went to Yonsei University, one of the most elite colleges in South Korea, and has a PhD in Musical Arts. She’s one of the smartest people I’ve ever met. And yet, she still asks me to make...

Let’s talk about politics

Let’s talk about politics

Editorial Board
February 14, 2025

It’s time for us to talk about politics. The day after the 2024 election, impassioned discussions filled South’s halls; some students experienced immense joy while others experienced great disappointment. Gen...

Illustration by Gaby Yap

Architecture’s shift: lack of identity

Zoha Suteria, co-opinions editor
February 14, 2025

There was a time when buildings told stories. Cathedrals soared with spires that kissed the heavens, their stained glass whispering tales of de- votion and artistry. City halls, theaters, and libraries...

Irreplaceable magic of live music

Irreplaceable magic of live music

Liyana Bhaiji, guest columnist
December 20, 2024

The lights dim as the background music fades, and the crowd’s chatter erupts into cheers. The stage glows softly as band members step on, instruments ready to come alive. Restlessness shifts into a buzz...

Illustration by Daryna Brodyk

One snap away

Veronica Kolesnikov, Columnist
December 20, 2024

“OMG he saved my picture in chat!” “She sent me a full face pic, she definitely likes me.” “He left me on opened! It’s SO over.” These are the digital actions that teenagers now...

Illustration by Daryna Brodyk

Powerschool pressures

Ellory Moran, Co-Opinions Editor
December 20, 2024

This semester, I have checked PowerSchool nearly every day, and I will be checking it even more as finals season approaches. It feels addictive.  Every time I pick up my phone, I feel the need to...

Perfectionism: the “perfect” crime

Perfectionism: the “perfect” crime

Zoha Suteria, co-opinions editor
November 22, 2024

I’ve rewritten this column more times than I’d like to admit. Perfectionism has a way of drawing out indecision and hesitation, placing relentless pressure to polish, refine, and revisit every aspect...

The cage of comparison

The cage of comparison

Alyssa Ramirez, asst. editor
November 22, 2024

It was a Friday night and I was sitting at my desk, biology notes scattered in front of me and a pencil in hand. Just as I was about to dive into studying, my phone buzzed, a text from my friend inviting...

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...

Colorblind casting brightens stage of identity

Colorblind casting brightens stage of identity

Zoha Suteria, asst. features editor
May 23, 2024

Basking in the warm glow of a television, popcorn bowls scatter around the couch as laughter and joy fill the air. On the screen, the familiar tale of The Little Mermaid unfolds in all its animated glory....

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