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Portrait of Ms. Kelli Lawrence. Photo credit: Ms. Jennifer Heim
The Glenbard South Theater Department Says Farewell to Ms. Lawrence
A Year in Review: Final Broadcast for Raider News (23-24)
The Wizard of Oz: Interviews with the Cast
Open Mic Night performers pose with club Sponsors Michael Aye and Joshua Hepler.
Mic’d Masterpieces to Pristine Pages
Voting is a privilege and our right as citizens, and if you are 18 by the next election you are able to vote. Source: Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash
We want YOU to vote: The Importance of Voting and Being a First Time Voter
Why Greek Mythology is Still Relevant
Illustrator: Elise Fey
The Beauty of Cringy Christmas Hallmark Movies
The true usefulness of AP classes is of popular debate for Glenbard South students. Source: College Board
The Efficacy of AP Courses
To Read or Not to Read: Students’ Opinions on Summer Reading
To Read or Not to Read: Students’ Opinions on Summer Reading
Many pet owners would attest to the mental benefits of being around animals. Source: One Green Planet
Are pets good for mental health?
Source: Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash
Glenbard South Seniors and Some Juniors are Eligible to Vote in the Primaries on March 19th! This is Your Guide To Voting.
B.B. Kings recognizable guitar - Illustrator: Amelia Buhle
B.B King’s Life and Legacy
Various hairstyles of the Black community - Illustrator: Asma Irfanullah
The CROWN Act: Confronting Discrimination Based on Hair Style and Texture in Work and School
Source: Unsplash - Aaron Burden
The Benefits of Journaling
Taken by: Kathy Georgieva
How to Combat the Cold-Weather Blues
Beloved Social Studies Teacher Ms. Jeanette Purdy Retires
Ms. Skizas Receives a Harmonious Welcome Back
Aniyah Nelson: How She Goes Above and Beyond
Photo by Clem Onojeghuo on Unsplash
AP Literature: A Glimpse into Current Students’ Experiences
During colder months, salt can accumulate on sidewalks- inflicting abrasive “salt burn”. Source: Shutterflock
Winter Salt Effects and Solutions
“The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store”: American Progress
“The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store”: American Progress
Source: Kathy Georgieva
Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey brought her Goddess tour to the Chicago Theater
The Cast of “The Wizard of Oz” Soars into the Hearts of Glenbard South Students
The Cast of “The Wizard of Oz” Soars into the Hearts of Glenbard South Students
“GUTS”: The Most Relatable Album For Teens
“GUTS”: The Most Relatable Album For Teens
Something Wicked This Way Comes!
Something “Wicked” This Way Comes!
A photo of the author.
July 8th
Strange Hatchling (Part Two)
Strange Hatchling (Part Two)
Strange Hatchling (Part One)
Strange Hatchling (Part One)
Pluviophile
She was Never the Same After That
The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent
The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent
Opinions
Why Greek Mythology is Still Relevant
Erika Hartman, In Depth Writer • April 6, 2024
Illustrator: Elise Fey
The Beauty of Cringy Christmas Hallmark Movies
Ella Pope, School News Editor • January 8, 2024
The true usefulness of AP classes is of popular debate for Glenbard South students. Source: College Board
The Efficacy of AP Courses
Augusta Leimonas, Opinions Writer • October 26, 2023
To Read or Not to Read: Students’ Opinions on Summer Reading
To Read or Not to Read: Students’ Opinions on Summer Reading
Emma Pekkarinen, Editor in Chief • September 27, 2023
Many pet owners would attest to the mental benefits of being around animals. Source: One Green Planet
Are pets good for mental health?
Wardah Fazil, Opinions Writer • September 27, 2023
Source: Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash
School News
Glenbard South Seniors and Some Juniors are Eligible to Vote in the Primaries on March 19th! This is Your Guide To Voting.
Emma Pekkarinen, Editor in Chief • March 18, 2024

Glenbard South seniors, and some juniors, are eligible to vote in the March 19th Illinois primary election. If you turn 18 by or before November...

B.B. Kings recognizable guitar - Illustrator: Amelia Buhle
B.B King’s Life and Legacy
March 3, 2024
Various hairstyles of the Black community - Illustrator: Asma Irfanullah
The CROWN Act: Confronting Discrimination Based on Hair Style and Texture in Work and School
March 3, 2024
Source: Unsplash - Aaron Burden
The Benefits of Journaling
February 8, 2024
Taken by: Kathy Georgieva
How to Combat the Cold-Weather Blues
January 4, 2024
Features
Beloved Social Studies Teacher Ms. Jeanette Purdy Retires
Emma Pekkarinen, Editor in Chief • May 3, 2024

From nurse to flight attendant Ms. Jeanette Purdy thought of many different professions before teaching. However, it was sitting in her College...

The Scoop
“The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store”: American Progress
“The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store”: American Progress
Abby Edwards, Scoop Writer • May 3, 2024

In “The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride, It is no secret that Chicken Hill is a place of struggle, and in 1930, Jews and...

Source: Kathy Georgieva
Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey brought her Goddess tour to the Chicago Theater
Emma Pekkarinen and Kathy Georgieva • May 3, 2024

24 year old Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey (lāy-vāy) has bewitched the world with her worldwide Goddess tour. The singer performed...

The Cast of “The Wizard of Oz” Soars into the Hearts of Glenbard South Students
The Cast of “The Wizard of Oz” Soars into the Hearts of Glenbard South Students
Matilda McLaren, Feature Editor • May 2, 2024

“The Wizard of Oz” is a timeless story, but that doesn’t mean that original flair can not be incorporated into its production. I was lucky...

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Sports
Photo from NCAA.com
Marching into Women’s March Madness
Olivia Cernauske, Sports Writer • April 5, 2024

     With all the recent buzz around Women’s NCAA Division 1 basketball players like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers, it should...

Photo by Jeffery Weisel on Gen Re
America’s Fastest Growing Sport: Pickleball
Sydney David, Sports Writer • April 5, 2024

     Many wonder what is the fastest growing sport in America and many will be shocked when they find out it’s pickleball. Pickleball was...

Incredible Black Athletes: A Tribute to Black History Month
Michelle Marecki, Multimedia Creator • March 17, 2024

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Creative Corner
A photo of the author.
July 8th
Anna Cleland • April 5, 2024

As I walked down the street I saw people in the distance The sun was setting with bright colors of yellow and orange  The air was soft  Trees...

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