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Portrait of Ms. Kelli Lawrence. Photo credit: Ms. Jennifer Heim
The Glenbard South Theater Department Says Farewell to Ms. Lawrence
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
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. King's 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
Pak posing after her final performance of The Nutcracker as The Sugarplum Fairy in her last year at West Suburban Ballet. (Source: Evelyn Pak)
Evelyn Pak: On the Path From Prodigy to Prima
Beloved Social Studies Teacher Ms. Jeanette Purdy Retires
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
“The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store”: American Progress
“The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store”: American Progress
Source: Kathy Georgieva
Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey brought her Goddess tour to the Chicago Theater
The Cast of “The Wizard of Oz” Soars into the Hearts of Glenbard South Students
The Cast of “The Wizard of Oz” Soars into the Hearts of Glenbard South Students
“GUTS”: The Most Relatable Album For Teens
“GUTS”: The Most Relatable Album For Teens
This is a picture.
Something “Wicked” This Way Comes!
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
Olivia Cernauske

Olivia Cernauske, Sports Writer

My name is Olivia Cernauske and I am a sophomore sports writer this year! I am involved in dance, basketball, badminton, student council, best buddies, key club, and of course newspaper! I like hanging out with friends, shopping, and baking!

All content by Olivia Cernauske
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Marching into Women’s March Madness

Olivia Cernauske, Sports Writer
April 5, 2024
Photo courtesy of @uofmdanceteam on Instagram

Gophers For Gold

Olivia Cernauske, Sports Writer
February 8, 2024

Raider Girls Tennis Set the Standard at State

Olivia Cernauske, Sports Writer
January 18, 2024
Source: Keith Lavin on X

Falling Into Winter Sports

Olivia Cernauske
October 26, 2023

Bump…Set…Spike in Attendance! 

Olivia Cernauske, Sports Writer
September 27, 2023
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