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MONDAY WITH MANNY: On air for WGBK, senior Manny Martinez discusses baseball topics on his radio show Colombian Clubhouse which airs on Monday's at 5:30. In addition to WGBK, Martinez also is a part of South's TV program.

Martinez pursues passion for broadcasting with South’s radio and television programs

Susie You, staff reporter
May 16, 2017

As a member of both WGBK and GBS TV, senior Manny Martinez is a familiar voice at South for his recurring appearances in morning announcements and for his frequent radio shows. According to Martinez, his...

Mid year art show showcases student creativity

Mid year art show showcases student creativity

Susie You, staff reporter
March 23, 2017

Every year, students who’ve taken an art class at South have the opportunity to showcase their artwork in the GBS mid-year art show, according to art teacher Natalie Ingaunis. Despite hosting the art...

Conducting Kaplan: Performing music from the musical, Sweeney Todd, the orchestra for the All State Musical is led by Aaron Kaplan, Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra director. The orchestra contained students from South and schools across Illinois.

South students take part in Illinois All State Musical, Sweeney Todd

Susie You and Gabby Zabat
February 14, 2017

Audience members rush into the auditorium as they wait in anticipation for the gruesome, memorable and historic play. Behind the velvet curtains lie the Illinois All State Musical, Sweeney Todd, as students...

Miracle makers:   Pointing at freshman Abby Neptun, elves junior Erin Kirby, sophomore Becky Jacobson, freshman Luke Kirby, and junior Marina Madsen dance and joke with Neptun on stage of the fall play Miracle on 34th Street. The play’s storyline follows Kris Kringle, Macy’s hired Santa, who is soon put on trial after claiming he’s the real Santa Claus.

Miracle on 34th Street presents positive message

Emma Morris and Susie You
November 4, 2016

This year’s fall play Miracle on 34th Street took the audience on a journey to belief, according to Director Beth Ann Barber. According to Barber, Miracle on 34th Street was a great introduction to the...

Students explore fashion, promote self expression through clothing

Susie You, staff reporter
October 25, 2016

As students quickly fill up the tables lined with individual sewing machines, they eagerly wait to start the first meeting of Fashion Club. The atmosphere is filled with students who share the same hobby...

Clenching his teeth and fists, senior Jimmy Lustig rounds the corner of the outdoor track during practice. The  team looks to continue to do well in their outdoor season.

Men’s track and field places third at Conference

Susie You, staff writer
April 22, 2016

The 2016 boys track and field team placed first at the Fenton Invitational and third at Conference, according to Head Coach Kurt Hasenstein. Several key players were contributors to the team’s success....

Spring Sports Preview:  A glance at upcoming Titan Athletics

Spring Sports Preview: A glance at upcoming Titan Athletics

GEORGIA ARVANITIS, SOPHIE HENSLEY, HENRY SCHLIEZER, SUSIE YOU, co-sports editor, asst. sports editor & staff reporters
March 11, 2016

Badminton: Key Players: Tina James, Jane Oh Under the Radar: Nina Tojo 2015 Record and Finish: 5-3, fourth in Conference Head Coach Terri Kimura has high hopes for the upcoming season as many key players...

Women’s gymnastics looks to tighten up their team techniques

Susie You, staff reporter
February 8, 2016

The varsity women's gymnastics team looks to improve their skills for upcoming competitions, according to senior Ella Voss. Although starting the season with some injured members, the team was able...

Photo Illustration by Dennis Petlakh

Hennelly applies Advanced TV documentary skills, creates own film

Sophie Stark & Susie You, staff reporters
November 23, 2015

The lights flicker dimly as a single spotlight shines on the subject’s face. A boom microphone dangles in the air, and the low murmur of adjusting lenses fills the silence. The camera turns on, and South’s...

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