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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

Reigning in the holiday spirit

Stasia Vasko, Bottom Line Editor December 19, 2014

Recently, all the Glenbard South students flocked to the gym to hear the traditional “Holiday Convo.” Over 200 students participated in the musical performance, encompassing the orchestra, band and...

 Senior Melissa Lachcik shows off her "Ugly Sweater"

Winter Spirit Week

Alex Crouch, Editor-in-Chief December 19, 2014
This past week, the Glenbard South Key Club conducted its“Winter Spirit Week” which was part holiday themed. Themes consisted of “PJ Day,” “Holiday Hat Day,” “Dynamic Duo,” “Beach Day” and “Ugly Sweater Day.” Senior Melissa Lachcik said, “The turnout was so much better than last year, and it got me excited for the break!”
Santa and his two elves get close and personal with sophomore Jimmy Robinson.

‘Santa Claus is coming to town’

Jordan Hulseberg, Editor-In-Chief December 19, 2014

Recently, PBIS and Student Union partnered to provide a little bit more holiday cheer to Glenbard South as students had the opportunity to sit on Santa's lap for one dollar. All proceeds were later donated...

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Android vs iPhone: Which one is better?

Daniel Segura, Cutting Edge Writer December 16, 2014

While Apple has dominated the phone market with over $42.1 billion in earnings in the last quarter, Android devices are not out of the race. They have also become more advanced smartphones, but people...

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A little taste of ‘Little Italy’

Dominc Fazzari, Scoop Writer December 15, 2014

(630) 536-2270 1847 Freedom Drive Naperville, Illinois 60563   You can’t beat this authentic Italian restaurant, or as the Italians would call it, a “ristorante.” Starting out as a franchise...

Tell all on the tele

Tell all on the tele

Melissa Lachcik December 13, 2014

Over the course of 2014, TV shows have come and gone. Now that the year is almost over, there were a few in particular - ten to be exact - that have made it on the list of favorites. They range from comedy...

Movies coming out this holiday season

Movies coming out this holiday season

Laurel Bacote, Editor December 13, 2014

Christmas time is finally approaching, and it is time to deck the halls. The holiday season is primarily well known for its seasonal foods, music, and cheer, but it is also a popular time for families...

Pencils down, grades up

Pencils down, grades up

Neal Choksi, Nation Writer December 13, 2014

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation is a non for profit corporation that gives out Scholarships to students who receive a high score on the PSAT test taken in the fall of junior year. NMSC’s goals...

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The Biggest bubble of them all

Owen Ferris, Lenses Writer December 13, 2014

The United States federal government has been offering student loans since the 1950’s. It first started under the “National Defense Education Act” when the government decided to issue loans for returning...

Tech with Dec: Twitter Video Reivew

Declan Loftus, Cutting Edge Writer December 13, 2014

Tech with Dec has entered a new era. Below you will find the first ever Tech with Dec video. In the video, I explain how to use many features of the Twitter app for iOS. I also give my overall opinion...

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Latest, greatest

Oscar Godinez, Cutting Edge Writer December 13, 2014

The iPhone 6 and 6 plus were released on September 9, 2014. The most anticipated iPhone to date. This phone was not as groundbreaking as everyone expected. It started behind the competition. It was behind...

Timothy O'Connor and Gabriel Pocevich enjoy activities at a GSA meeting.

Gay Straight Alliance club grows at South

Alex Little, Nation Writer December 13, 2014
Gay Straight Alliance, GSA, has been a club for students of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Pansexual and Asexual community (LGBTQPA).
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