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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
Lizzie Pekkarinen

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Editor

My name is Lizzie Pekkarinen and I am a sophomore and a writer for School News. Outside of Newspaper I am involved with Future Teachers, Best Buddies, Theater, and French Club. In my free time you can find me drawing, or reading.

 

All content by Lizzie Pekkarinen
AP Seminar allows students to develop their reading, writing, public speaking, and analytical skills. Source: Photo by Becca Tapert on Unsplash

Spotlight On AP Seminar

Lizzie Pekkarinen, Editor
April 6, 2024
Source: Photo by Clarisse Meyer on Unsplash

AP Announces New African American Studies Course

Lizzie Pekkarinen, Editor
March 4, 2024
DHS members at Theater Fest.

GBS Attends Theater Fest

Lizzie Pekkarinen, Editor
February 8, 2024
GBS Speech Team poses for a photo after their successful speech tournament.

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

Lizzie Pekkarinen, Section Editor
January 8, 2024
The Creative Writing Club shows off their Lit Mag.

The Creative Writing Club at Glenbard South

Lizzie Pekkarinen, Editor
October 25, 2023
Lizzie Steele working on set platforms. Photo credit: Lizzie Steele

The Lovely Lizzie Steele

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer
May 15, 2023
BEU Art Contest: Trailblazers and Trendsetters

BEU Art Contest: Trailblazers and Trendsetters

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer
March 11, 2023
Unaccompanied minors traveled to senior centers. Photo credit: Glenbard South Theater Twitter.

No instruments? No problem! : South’s A Cappella Groups Shine

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer
February 8, 2023
Andrew Lullo, Breanne Crawford, and Maxine Domecka working on the treehouse and mural.

Behind the curtain of ‘When She Had Wings’

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer
December 7, 2022
This year’s Scholastic Bowl team. Photo Credit: Dr. Jones

The Raider Scholastic Bowl Team is aBUZZ for their upcoming season!

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer
October 27, 2022
Gender Equality Club’s first meeting of the year. Photo Credit: Lizzie Pekkarinen

Gender Equality Club

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer
September 26, 2022
The poster for “Love/Sick” created by Hans Herrera which shows the beauty and the flaws of love.

Behind The Scenes of Love/Sick

Lizzie Pekkarinen, School News Writer
September 9, 2022
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