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

French Club Leaders Colin Luangrath, Bryn Showalter, and Kathy Georgieva. Photo Credit: Maggie Falkenberg

Oui Will Rock You

Maggie Falkenberg, School News Writer September 26, 2022

Fun French Club activities have commenced once more this school year! Bringing to the drawing board new and exciting options, as well as favorite classics, the students of French club have much to look...

BEU 2021-2022, the club celebrates and learns about African American culture. Photo Credit: Ms. Harper

Black Excellence United

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor September 26, 2022

Black Excellence United (BEU) is a space for students of any background, specifically African American students, to learn about and celebrate African American culture.  Ms. Jamea Harper, the sponsor...

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage month Latinos Unidos partnered with Student Equity Counsel to decorate the wall outside of the deans’ office. Photo Credit: Emma Pekkarinen

Latinos Unidos

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor September 26, 2022

Hispanic Heritage month has begun and will continue until October 15th. During this time it is important to look at the Hispanic culture within the Glenbard South Community. One piece of this culture is...

Homecoming 2022

Aminah Ghouse, School News Writer September 9, 2022

Mark your calendars, Raiders, because the Glenbard South Student Council is excited to announce this year’s homecoming!  In celebration of Glenbard South’s 50 year anniversary, Glenbard South’s...

Band members reviewing basics at Band Camp in August. 
Photo Credit: Mr. Wallace

Marching Into a New Year of Music

Maggie Falkenberg, School News Writer September 9, 2022

The favorite tunes of Glenbard South are back as the 2022 season starts for the Glenbard South Band. Beginning  the year with marching, and preparing for a later concert season, band has plenty of showcases...

Turning over a new page: Yearbook club at Glenbard South

Claire Rogers, School News Writer September 9, 2022

Ever wonder what goes into making your yearbook such a keepsake from your highschool years? Hours of work go into the design, the theme, the  pictures, and the layout, not to mention making it all...

Best Buddies posing for their annual Halloween event last year. Photo Credit: Felicity Abbott

Thank You For Being A Friend: Best Buddies at Glenbard South

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor September 9, 2022

Forging friendships is the name of the game for Best Buddies at Glenbard South! Individuals with and without disabilities are a part of this inclusive community focused on friendship. With events every...

Glenbard South to Remember 9/11

Glenbard South to Remember 9/11

Emma Pekkarinen, School News Editor September 9, 2022

This year Glenbard South will remember 9/11 through education and service. A nationally recognized day of service and remembrance Glenbard South will be participating in its commemoration.  On Friday...

“Love/Sick”: A Look Into the Cast

“Love/Sick”: A Look Into the Cast

Kaitlyn Urbanowicz, School News Writer September 9, 2022

With the start of school at Glenbard South comes the start of many extracurricular activities, and theater is no exception. Drama director Ms. Jessica Keuth-Rahtjen chose the play “Love/Sick” to...

The poster for “Love/Sick” created by Hans Herrera which shows the beauty and the flaws of love.

Behind The Scenes of Love/Sick

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer September 9, 2022

This September, on the 15th, 16th, and 17th Glenbard South’s theater will be opening its doors for the first time this year for the play Love/Sick. Featuring nine vignettes about all different types...

Delving Into Principal’s Advisory Board

May 2, 2022

As the 2021 to 2022 school year comes to an end, many are looking forward to summer while some have started to think about next fall. Many changes were made this year at Glenbard South- ranging from Covid...

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