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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

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The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

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Haley Wong

Haley Wong, Editor in Chief

My name is Haley Wong and I am one of the Editors in Chief this year! When I’m not in the trenches of my junior year coursework, I love to read, write, make way too many Spotify playlists and spend endless hours on Pinterest.

All content by Haley Wong

Ms. Skizas Receives a Harmonious Welcome Back

Haley Wong, Editor-in-Chief
April 2, 2024
Season one of “High on the Hog” was released on May 26, 2021 to glowing reviews.

“High on the Hog” Season Two Dishes Up Inspiration

Haley Wong, Editor in Chief
March 3, 2024
“A Very Large Expanse of Sea” was published on October 16, 2018. (Source: Goodreads)

Searching for Humanity in “A Very Large Expanse of Sea”

Haley Wong, Editor In Chief
February 8, 2024
Featuring a star-studded cast, “Leave the World Behind” draws all of its horror from human nature. (Source: filmstarts)

“Leave the World Behind:” A Lesson in Dystopian Despair

Haley Wong, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2024
Co-captains Emma Pekkarinen (left) and Abby Anderson (right) at the speech tournament.

[Photo] Glenbard South Speech Members ‘Speak Now’ During Their Home Tournament

Lizzie Pekkarinen, Section Editor
January 8, 2024
Bridgers, Dacus, and Baker announced “the rest’s” release through a series of Instagram posts on September 25. Source: Genius

Leaning Into Discomfort With boygenius’ “the rest”

Haley Wong, Editor in Chief
January 4, 2024
In Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Miles Morales’ entire world is turned upside down. Illustrator: Amelia Buhle

Across the Spider-Verse: Re-Examining the Hero

Haley Wong, Editor in Chief
November 29, 2023
Muneer interviewing Starbucks workers on strike for a journalism camp at Boston University in 2022.

Sana Muneer: A World in Print

Haley Wong, Editor in Chief
September 25, 2023
Source: Goodreads

“Legendborn:” A New Age of Magic

Haley Wong, Feature Editor
April 27, 2023
GBX was hosted at Glenbard East in both 2022 and 2023. (Source: sparqs.media)

Myk Totty and Kaden Cu Represent South’s Musical Prowess at GBX

Haley Wong, Feature Editor
April 24, 2023
Grimes warming up before a performance with the ILMEA All-State Honors Orchestra. Source: Sofia Grimes

Practice Makes Perfect for Violinist Sofia Grimes

Haley Wong, Feature Editor
September 26, 2022
Anne and Liza Boguslavsky perform in Nationals.

Boguslavsky Twins Set Course For Global Skating Competition and Beyond

Haley Wong, Feature Editor
September 9, 2022
Source: Goodreads

“Portrait of a Thief”: Amateurs Against Imperialism

Haley Wong, Scoop Writer
May 4, 2022
Happier Than Ever In Concert

‘Happier Than Ever’ In Concert

Haley Wong, Scoop Writer
April 10, 2022
Source: Amazon

Grief is Two-Faced in “Clap When You Land”

Haley Wong, Scoop Writer
March 7, 2022
Source: Moviefit

“Don’t Look Up:” A Warning in Satirical Disguise

Haley Wong, Sports Writer
February 2, 2022
Source: IMDb

‘One of Us Is Lying’

Haley Wong, Scoop Writer
November 24, 2021
Source: Ticketscene

“Shang-Chi” Waves in New Era For Marvel?

Haley Wong, Scoop Writer
October 19, 2021
Cruella the Movie

‘Cruella’ Redefined Villainy

Haley Wong, Scoop Writer
September 16, 2021
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