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

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

The Independent

Raider Spirit Wall

Raider Spirit Wall

Aminah Ghouse, School News Writer December 7, 2022

Thanks to the class of 2022, Glenbard South students are now able to enjoy the Raider Spirit Wall! The Spirit Wall, donated by the class of 2022 as their senior gift, is located by the main floor stairwells...

The Writing Center

Aminah Ghouse, School News Writer November 1, 2022

As the school year progresses, one may find themself having trouble with certain assignments. Thankfully, in Mr. Joshua Hepler’s Writing Center, students are given an extraordinary opportunity to receive...

The Glenbard Parent Series “Welcomes YOU”

The Glenbard Parent Series “Welcomes YOU”

Emily Puchalski, Opinions Editor October 28, 2022

Ms. Gilda Ross wants you to know that the Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) is here to navigate families with children of all ages and students too.  The origins of GPS date back 27 years ago when Ms. Ross’s...

GBS Model UN ready for a day of debate and resolution at Carl Sandburg Model UN, their first conference of the year! Photo credit: Mr. Ruben Rodriguez

Glenbard South Model UN

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor October 28, 2022

Motion to set the agenda to a new season for the Glenbard South Model United Nations team! The Glenbard South Model UN team is looking forward to a new season of learning and fun.  “I liked to voice...

Students and staff gather early in the morning for a flyover to celebrate Glenbard South’s 50th anniversary.

50 Years of Raider Pride

Kaitlyn Urbanowicz, School News Writer October 28, 2022

The 2022-2023 school year marks the 50th anniversary of Glenbard South High School. To commemorate this anniversary, a special celebration was held on September 30th. Glenbard South’s principal, Ms....

The creative writers of room 311 reply to the prompt “fall”. Photo Credit: Maggie Falkenberg

The Creative Corner of 311

Maggie Falkenberg, School News Writer October 27, 2022

Glenbard South’s Creative Writing Club is the perfect place for anyone wishing to explore themselves and their thoughts through writing within a community of other writers.  Every Thursday, members...

This year’s Scholastic Bowl team. Photo Credit: Dr. Jones

The Raider Scholastic Bowl Team is aBUZZ for their upcoming season!

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer October 27, 2022

The Scholastic Bowl, also known as Quiz Bowl, is an activity where “groups of students compete against other groups of students in a trivia competition, ” said Dr. Caicina Jones, one of the GBS Scholastic...

Johnson will surely be missed at Glenbard South. Source: Barber Jc Photography (John C. Hall Jr.) Website: www.barberjcllc.com

South Students Remember Ms. Johnson

Sana Muneer, Editor in Chief October 13, 2022

On August 31, students gathered in the Glenbard South commons to memorialize Mrs. Tinesha Johnson-Gilbert, South’s secretary who passed away on August 30.  Johnson worked at South for the past three...

Photo Credit: Felicity Abbott

GBS Opinion: In Person Digital AP Exams

Felicity Abbott, Editor in Chief September 26, 2022

COVID caused  the academic world to adapt. Digital exams have now replaced in person standardized tests. However, now that COVID restrictions have been lifted, AP exams have resumed in the manner in which...

Staying organized during the college admissions process: advice from college freshmen.

Sana Muneer, Editor in Chief September 26, 2022

Whether it’s talking about dream schools, thinking about which teachers to request letters of recommendation from, or brainstorming ideas for answering supplemental essays, the college to-do list seems...

Photo Credit: Ms. Chaloka

The Homecoming Crusade

Arya Nade, School News Writer September 26, 2022

This year’s Homecoming is celebrating Glenbard South’s 50th anniversary by reminiscing homecoming dances throughout South’s fifty years.  The Homecoming dance itself is on October 1, 2022, from...

Senior Success

Senior Success

Aminah Ghouse, School News Writer September 26, 2022

Calling all seniors! With college application season approaching, life may be very nerve wracking. However, Glenbard South has many opportunities and resources available to help you succeed.  Glenbard...

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