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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

Consumerism takes over Christmas (Illustrated by Elise Fey)

Have holidays fallen to commercialism?

Olivia Weber, Opinions Editor December 1, 2024

Consumerism takes over Christmas (Illustrated by Elise Fey) The holidays are about spending time with loved ones and celebrating the values we hold near and dear to our hearts, right? As the world becomes...

Glenbard South’s schedule for the 2024-2025 school year. (Source: Glenbard South Website)

How should teachers use their block days?

Augusta Leimonas, Opinions Writer December 1, 2024

In education, timing can be a luxury and a challenge. While it sometimes allows for the completion of assignments, other times it seems as if there is not enough time to finish all of these tasks during...

Do university rankings matter?

Ayush Shah, Opinions Writer December 1, 2024

University rankings are lists published by sources like the U.S. News that order all of the country’s universities based on how valuable the education they provide is. The U.S. News Rankings are one...

(Source: https://www.statepress.com/article/2021/02/spopinion-schools-need-to-drop-standardized-testing)

The reality of standardized testing

Olivia Weber, Opinions Editor September 29, 2024

Standardized testing: the age-old enemy of countless students. With colleges and universities seemingly only interested in this one number, it can feel like the course of your future is riding on this...

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The rise of pickleball: America’s fastest growing sport

Augusta Leimonas, Opinions Writer September 29, 2024

In recent years, pickleball has taken over the courts, attracting people of all sorts. What started as a joke in 1965 has now spread all over the world, with 48.3 million players across the US, as stated...

Why Greek Mythology is Still Relevant

Erika Hartman, In Depth Writer April 6, 2024

Take a moment to ponder everything you know about Greek mythology. Maybe you can recall a couple of the Greek gods, such as Zeus, Artemis or Aphrodite, or perhaps you can recite the entirety of Homer’s...

Illustrator: Elise Fey

The Beauty of Cringy Christmas Hallmark Movies

Ella Pope, School News Editor January 8, 2024

Each year, the Hallmark Channel brings in close to one million viewers, the majority of which come from the month of December. Many people are quick to judge Hallmark movies, calling them boring and unoriginal....

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

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered at over 23,000 high schools. AP classes give students the opportunity to earn college credit, thus saving money (not to mention, AP courses give students a leg...

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

With back-to-school season there is always a scramble as we stumble back into our routines, switching out our afternoons of Netflix and hanging out with friends for ones filled with homework and after...

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

According to Forbes.com, in 2023 about 66% of US homes own a pet. Humans tend to keep pets because they provide company and prevent feelings of loneliness. It can vary anywhere from dogs to birds to snakes. NIH.com...

The introduction of the Glenbard Hour has elicited varied reactions from students. Source: Mrs. Santee

Student Opinions on the New Schedule

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer April 10, 2023

Glenbard South has recently announced a new change in the bell schedule with the addition of a new period two times a week called the Glenbard Hour. This new schedule creates a chance for students to get...

Senior Alizah Hashmi working with me at Osco Pharmacy

Is it worth having a high school job?

Aneeqa Meah, Opinions Writer March 12, 2023

The ‘help wanted; sign in front of the fast food restaurant is enticing and it’s hard not to imagine the different things you would be able to buy with the money you would earn.    You...

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