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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
Haley Wong, Ella Pope, Annika Norquist, Michelle Marecki and Bella Ramirez were a few of the Glenbard South student journalists who attended the NISPA conference. Source: Emma Pekkarinen
Glenbard South Journalists Attend the Northern Illinois Press Association’s Annual Conference
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
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 Hiles: A Valentine’s Day Special
Something Wicked This Way Comes!
Something “Wicked” This Way Comes!
Source: IMDb
Hazbin Hotel: Musical Mediocrity
Greek Mythology Books You NEED To Read
Greek Mythology Books You NEED To Read
This year, Ramadan began on March 11 Source: https://people.com/human-interest/ramadan-everything-to-know/
The Ideal Ramadan Routine For Students: My Experience
Faye Webster released ‘Underdressed at the Symphony’ on March 1, 2024. (Source:https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/faye-webster-underdressed-at-the-symphony/)
Underdressed at the Symphony: Faye Webster’s Untraditional Take on Breakup Music
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
Amanda Herrmann

Amanda Herrmann, Editor-in-Chief

I am currently a senior and am thrilled to be Editor-in-Chief for The Independent.  Aside from newspaper, I play badminton here at Glenbard South. I also participate in Principal's Advisory Board, NHS, Link Crew and Future Teachers of America. Outside of school, I also work at Potbelly. In my limited spare time, I enjoy reading and writing and hope to become a High School English teacher.

All content by Amanda Herrmann
Freshmen welcomed to South

Freshmen welcomed to South

Amanda Herrmann, Editor-in-Cheif
August 16, 2016
Congratulations class of 2016

Congratulations class of 2016

Amanda Herrmann, Editor-in-Chief
June 4, 2016
Midnight Memories made at prom

Midnight Memories made at prom

Amanda Herrmann, Editor-in-Chief
May 25, 2016
Saint Patricks Day traditions

Saint Patrick’s Day traditions

Amanda Herrmann, Bottomline Writer
March 17, 2016
Hidden FirstClass features

Hidden FirstClass features

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
March 15, 2016
Blood Drive

Blood Drive

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
February 19, 2016
Linking ideas through Popplet

Linking ideas through Popplet

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
February 12, 2016
Stress Relief

Stress Relief

Amanda Herrmann, Bottom Line Writer
February 12, 2016
A closer look at Google Drive

A closer look at Google Drive

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
December 19, 2015
Traditional Thanksgiving recipes

Traditional Thanksgiving recipes

Amanda Herrmann, Bottom Line Writer
November 25, 2015
Clear your worries

Clear your worries

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
November 18, 2015
Positive vs negative effects of iPads

Positive vs negative effects of iPads

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
October 23, 2015
Effective studying using iPads

Effective studying using iPads

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
October 23, 2015
Notetaking with iPads

Notetaking with iPads

Amanda Herrmann, Cutting Edge Editor
October 3, 2015
Popular AP Exams

Popular AP Exams

Amanda Herrmann, Bottom Line Writer
April 28, 2015
Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Amanda Herrmann, Bottom Line Writer
March 13, 2015
Courtesy of lifebythebeach.com

The History of Valentine’s Day

Amanda Herrmann, Writer for the Bottom Line
February 14, 2015
Popularity of Instagram

Popularity of Instagram

Amanda Herrmann, Bottom Line Writer
November 7, 2014
Halloween candy trends

Halloween candy trends

Amanda Herrmann, Bottom Line Writer
October 13, 2014
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