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Glenbard South 2023-2024 schedule, Source: Glenbard South Website
Raider Hour Welcomes the School Year
Glenbard South’s rented chiller parked at school. Source: Maggie Falkenberg
South’s Air Conditioning Scare
The full cast and crew of Rainbow Fish. Source: Nate Heim
Rainbow Fish: South’s Theatre Department Makes a Splash With a Student Director
Caption: Czerchlanski has had a remarkable first year filled with passion and dedication here at Glenbard South. Source: Mrs. Czerchlanski%C2%A0
Mrs. Czerchlanski Brings Heart to Glenbard South
Lizzie Steele working on set platforms. Photo credit: Lizzie Steele
The Lovely Lizzie Steele
To Read or Not to Read: Students’ Opinions on Summer Reading
To Read or Not to Read: Students’ Opinions on Summer Reading
Are pets good for mental health?
The introduction of the Glenbard Hour has elicited varied reactions from students. Source: Mrs. Santee
Student Opinions on the New Schedule
Senior Alizah Hashmi working with me at Osco Pharmacy
Is it worth having a high school job?
The Pledge of Allegiance: South students on standing or sitting
Picture of a bright super blue moon on August 30, 2023 Taken by: Kathy Georgieva
The Meaning Behind the Super Blue Moon
Illustrator: Elise Fey
Hawaii’s Wildfires
The Aftermath of 9/11
Muslims performing the prayer of Taraweeh which is done after the 5th prayer of the day. Taraweeh is a longer prayer that involves the recitation of passages from the Quran with rakahs (or cycles of movement) ranging from 4-20. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:First_Taraweeh_in_Hagia_Sophia_02.jpg
A Holy Month: Ramadan
A memorial rock placed at the MSU campus. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2023_Michigan_State_University_shooting-5.jpg
Yet Another One: The MSU Tragedy
GECRCs new Volunteer Coordinator Polly Cooper has a long history with the organization.
The Glen Ellyn Children’s Resource Center: A Beloved Community Embracing Change
Muneer interviewing Starbucks workers on strike for a journalism camp at Boston University in 2022.
Sana Muneer: A World in Print
Caption: Czerchlanski has had a remarkable first year filled with passion and dedication here at Glenbard South. Source: Mrs. Czerchlanski%C2%A0
Mrs. Czerchlanski Brings Heart to Glenbard South
Herrera stands by artwork in the GBS commons hallway. Source: Sana Muneer
The Pledge of Allegiance: Behind the Voice
Senora Giffey smiles in front of a Pablo Picasso painting
South’s Señora Giffey Retires, Leaving a Legacy of Kindness and Strength
The release Stick Season (We’ll All Be Here Forever) saw the addition of seven new tracks. Source: Apple Music
Stick Season: Modern Folk
Oppenheimer was released on July 21, 2023. Source: IMDB
Oppenheimer: A Story Worth Telling
These autumnal films are perfect for movie night! Illustrator: Mikey Alam
Autumnal Movies to Get You in the Fall Mood
Taken at the Danada Starbucks location after I stopped in for my usual iced latte, the CoffeeCon Festival poster struck my eye as I passed by.
CoffeeCon 2023 and One Student’s Passion for Coffee
“Beautiful World, Where Are You” was released on September 7, 2021. Source: New York Times
“Beautiful World, Where Are You” Finding Originality in a Sea of Replicas
Homecoming Crossword
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The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

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Ella Pope

Ella Pope, School News Editor

My name is Ella Pope and I am a junior. I do cheerleading and I am in multiple clubs including Earth Action Network and Student Council. In my free time I like to bake, hang out with my friends, and read.

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The full cast and crew of Rainbow Fish. Source: Nate Heim

Rainbow Fish: South’s Theatre Department Makes a Splash With a Student Director

Ella Pope, School News Editor
September 13, 2023
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
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Does the Media Glorify Serial Killers?

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
February 6, 2023
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Idolizing Celebrities Is Extremely Harmful

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
October 28, 2022
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Social Media Platforms Should Censor Harmful Content

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
September 29, 2022
Refocusing Prisons on Rehabilitation Can Be Extremely Beneficial

Refocusing Prisons on Rehabilitation Can Be Extremely Beneficial

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
September 10, 2022
Does Social Media Normalize Toxic Behaviors?

Does Social Media Normalize Toxic Behaviors?

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
May 2, 2022
Should Libraries Be Able to Ban Books?

Should Libraries Be Able to Ban Books?

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
March 24, 2022
Should the voting age be lowered to 16?

Should the voting age be lowered to 16?

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
January 31, 2022
Should teachers give nightly homework?

Should teachers give nightly homework?

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
November 21, 2021
Should LGBTQ+ history be taught in schools?

Should LGBTQ+ history be taught in schools?

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
October 18, 2021
Are zoos ethical?

Are zoos ethical?

Ella Pope, Opinions Writer
September 15, 2021
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