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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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Lili Olson

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer

My name is Lili Olson and I’m a senior. I am a part of the theatre program, key club, and gender equality club. My hobbies include baking, reading, and hanging out with my friends.

All content by Lili Olson
Source: Interview Magazine

Artistry Through Film: Damien Chazelle’s Filmography

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
February 5, 2023

Jordan Peele Does It Best

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
November 4, 2022

[Video] Students Concerned about Saving the Environment Join Earth Action Network (EAC)

September 14, 2022
Source: University of Queenland

The Permanent Effects of Fast Fashion

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
May 4, 2022
Source: USA Today

Renaissance Man: How Donald Glover Did It All

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
April 5, 2022
Image above is a mural that was inside the Indy Airport, created by the collaboration of the Madam Walker Legacy center and artist Tasha Beckwith.

How Madam C.J. Walker Built Her Empire

Lili Olson, In-Depth Writer
March 4, 2022
Why Do I Need To Sleep?

Why Do I Need To Sleep?

Lili Olson, In-Depth Writer
January 31, 2022
Holidaze: How to Cure Your ‘Seasonal Sadness’

Holidaze: How to Cure Your ‘Seasonal Sadness’

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
December 13, 2021
Source: Spotify

What About ‘The Walters’?

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
November 24, 2021
Source: UDress Magazine

Why I Thrift (And You Should Too!)

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
October 19, 2021
Source: IMDb

Not ‘All That’: An Honest Critique of Netflix’s Newest Romcom

Lili Olson, Scoop Writer
September 16, 2021
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