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KATES  KITCHEN:  Kneading the dough for buttermilk biscuits, junior Kate Voss prepares a classic dinnertime staple in her kitchen at home. Voss has been involved in the culinary program at South since her freshman year, and also runs her own catering business, called ‘Katering’, outside of her involvement at school

Culinary arts spark student career interests

Gabby Zabat, staff reporter
September 30, 2016

Creamy ice cream, juicy rib-eye steak, or even a Starbucks’  frappuccino are some of people’s favorite foods. As someone begins to cut through a broiled steak or begins sipping their go-to Starbuck’s...

South students pursue political interests

Taylor Everson, staff reporter
July 27, 2016

According to an unscientific Oracle conducted survey, 33 percent of students surveyed are interested in politics. With the upcoming election season in full swing, students at South are exploring their...

South student develops clothing line ‘Nice as Heck’

Yassmin Khatib, staff reporter
July 20, 2016

Christopher Daus is not a typical high school student; Daus not only manages to be a teenager in high school with homework and tests, but he also manages to have his own clothing line, ‘Nice as Heck.’ “Last...

South faculty pursue higher education, passion for learning

Augie Mikell, staff reporter
June 23, 2016

After students graduate from college, they reach a stoplight on their educational highway. While some may choose to stop at the red light and not continue their education, others decide to go at the green...

Students formulate unique identities with different faiths

Leah Dunne, co-a&e editor
May 27, 2016

Some individuals go to church, synagogue or a mosque with their families to worship in accordance with their faith. Others may choose not to align themselves with the same beliefs as their families or...

Student gamers challenge labels, overcome stereotypes

Student gamers challenge labels, overcome stereotypes

Karina Benson, staff reporter
May 27, 2016

The many different worlds of video games are filled with obstacles and puzzles designed to challenge both the player’s gaming abilities as well as their problem solving skills. According to senior Will...

GRINNING GRAD: Beaming proudly with her parents, senior Bryanna Hernandez graduates from South early on April 14. She did so in order to ensure that her father, who was diagnosed with gallbladder cancer earlier this year, could witness her graduation ceremony during his last days.

Senior Bryanna Hernandez graduates early, fulfills father’s last request

Sharon Kim, staff reporter
May 27, 2016

Many students at South are eager to graduate, counting down the days until they can throw their graduation caps in the air and step into adulthood. For senior Bryanna Hernandez, the long-awaited graduation...

Demonstrating a sparring stance to his karate class, English teacher Austin Smith teaches karate. Smith has taught karate in multiple different locations, this one specifically was in Maywood Fine Arts. Photo courtesy of Austin Smith

Teachers reveal, compare previous occupations

Victoria Manousselis, staff reporter
May 20, 2016

At Glenbrook South, many teachers originally started on a different career path. These careers have ranged from a news reporter to a watermelon farmer in Israel. English teacher David Garbe was a news...

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

Yoon Kim, staff reporter
May 19, 2016

Looking at the skyline as they walked along the lakefront at Maggie Daley park, junior Cameron Daly recalls taking his two nephews and one niece downtown on a summer day and bonding with them. Daly is...

Students evaluate healthy lifestyle motives, motivators

Youjin Shon, staff reporter
May 17, 2016

Maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle is an ancient battle which prevents many people from even starting. However, according to Julie Haenisch, one of the nurses at GBS, many students are slowly becoming...

Sculpture class propositioned to be school year elective

Karina Benson, staff reporter
May 13, 2016

The GBS Art Department offers several classes to students, ranging from the two-dimensional world of painting and drawing to the three-dimensional pendants and rings of jewelry. According to Art Teacher...

Posing while baking Challah, a traditional Jewish bread oftentimes served on holidays, junior Rebecca Spector, Israeli Club president, helps to mix the dough with sophomore Jake Hershenhouse. Israeli Club meets to discuss the prevalence of Israeli culture through activities and meetings. Photo courtesy of Rebecca Spector

Israeli Club explores South ties to Israel, promotes inclusivity

Karina Benson & Samantha Rylicki, staff reporters
May 10, 2016

6,756 miles away is a country and culture with different traditions. From the game of Gaga to kosher sushi, South’s Israeli Club studies it all. On Wednesdays after school in room 288, every two weeks...

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