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Senior projects offer GBS students chances to grow,
give back
As a senior at Glenbrook South, Gabby Gottfried wanted to combine her love for music with her passion for helping those in need.
The 2013 grad dedicated four weeks to a senior project - developing a fundraiser for Arquetopia, a non-profit organization that funds art training and supplies for underprivileged youth in Mexico.
Her vision for "Music for Murals," a live art and music festival that allowed students to leave their mark and raise cultural awareness, brought in more than $1000 in donations.
This summer, she'll travel thousands of miles to see her contribution put to work at the Arquetopia headquarters in Oaxaca, Mexico as their Supporter and Fundraiser of the Year.
"The money we raised and collaborative art pieces we created at the concert funded art projects and apprenticeships in troubled Mexican neighborhoods," she said.
But even with her growing accolades, what Gottfried said she hopes students can take from her story is their own ability to create opportunities and help others with a senior project.
"Hopefully seniors can get encouraged when spring rolls around," she said. "I'm so glad Glenbrook South gave me the opportunity to spend my last few weeks of school to develop and execute this idea. "
The unique senior project experience allows students the privilege to spend two to four weeks focused on a passion, skill or talent, said Dawn Hall, Instructional Supervisor for Career and Technical Education, who oversees the senior project initiative.
"Senior projects are intended to be a capstone experience where students demonstrate the culmination of work here at GBS, explore future careers through internships, or fulfill a service project," she said.
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March
1 - Turnabout Dance,
8 p.m.
3 - No classes, District Institute Day
4 - Band Concert,
6 p.m.
9 - District Festival of Music, 2:30 p.m. and
5 p.m.
10 - Board of Education Mtg., 7 p.m. @ GBN
12 - Student Late Arrival, 10 a.m.
Parents' Association General Meeting, 7 p.m.
13-14 - Paradox, Th/Fr: 5 & 7 p.m.
Fri: additional show @ 9 p.m. Drama/Dance Room
15 - Code of Conduct Mtg., 9 a.m.
16 - Titan Poms Fashion Show, 1 p.m.
17 - Board of Education Mtg., 7 p.m. @ GBN
18 - Oakton Testing @GBS
19 - Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p.m. @ GBN
20 - Glenbrook Junior College Finance Night @GBN
24 - 30 - Spring Break,
No School
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Parents' Association Program: Maximizing the Block Experience
Wednesday, March 12, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Lyceum
Please join the Parents' Association on Wednesday, March 12, for an evening discussion on understanding and adapting to the new block schedule. This informative session will include the advantages of the block, the importance of utilizing Student Resource Time (SRT) for studying, balance, doctor's appointments and much more.
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2014 Summer School information
- This year's summer school classes will be held at GBN
- Dates: 1st semester, June 13-July 2; 2nd semester, July 7-25
- Oakton Career Exploration Courses: June 16-July 3
- Summer school information will be mailed at the beginning of March and the catalog will be available online at http://www.glenbrook225.org/district/Parents/Summer-School
- Summer school registration begins March 10, for incoming seniors; March 11 for juniors; March 12, for sophomores, and March 13, for freshmen.
Online registration will close on Friday, May 9. All registrations after May 9 will need to be done in person at the District Office, 3801 W Lake Ave. Suite 200, Glenview.
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GBS offer summer athletic camps, run by GBS coaches, for grades 9 through 12, with the exception of wrestling that is open to grades 1 through 12.
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Changes to school calendar
Due to the school cancellations in January, students and staff will be in attendance on the scheduled emergency day (reserved "snow" days) of Monday, March 31. Final exams will run on a revised calendar, beginning on Wednesday, June 4 through Friday, June 6.
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Bus registration for students
Early-bird student bus registration for the 2013-14 school year begins Tuesday, April 1. Parents may save up to $150 if registration is completed by Friday, June 6. Register online on the District website.
Please note: Only incoming freshmen will receive bus packets by mail. Bus packets for sophomores, juniors and seniors will be available for printing at www.glenbrook225.org or for pick-up in the District Office.
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District Festival of Music
Sunday, March 9, 2:30 and 5 p.m. at Divine World Chapel, Techny
Each year, the combined choirs of Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South present a concert at the Chapel of the Divine Word, located at Techny and Waukegan roads. The singers are accompanied by the Glenbrook Sinfonietta and selected Wind Ensemble members. This annual event showcases the talent of more than 450 student musicians. Dr. Christopher Owen, Director of Choral Music at Northeastern Illinois University, will serve as guest conductor.
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College and finances program:
"Finding the Fit...Financially speaking"
Thursday, March 20, in the Center for Performing Arts at GBN
This event for parents of juniors from Glenbrook North and South will address the impact that financing college will have on the selection process.
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Titan Poms Fashion Show
Titan Poms show will present a Rockin' the Runway Fashion Show on Friday, March 16, at 12:30 p.m in the GBS auditorium.
Glenbrook music groups Solace and Nine will perform and refreshments, silent auction and raffle will be provided. Admission is $10.
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GBS Musicians to perform in Chi-Town Jazz Fest
In March, the streets of Chicago will fill with the silky smooth sounds from bass, drums and saxophones as the Chi-Town Jazz Festival kicks off for its fifth year. In this year's prestigious lineup are several Glenbrook South acts.
VIEW FULL STORY
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GBS Spring Signing Day: Two Titan football players sign with colleges
In recognition of National Signing Day in February, two Glenbrook South football players signed letters of intent to continue their sport collegiately.
On Monday, February 10, Titan cornerback and running back Brett Laurie committed to play with Holy Cross College. His teammate, Brennan Cascarano, who is a defensive lineman, signed to play with Dartmouth College.
Joining them were their parents, GBS Athletic Director Steve Rockrohr, Principal Dr. Brian Wegley and Head Football Coach Mike Noll.
"We're extremely proud of Brett and Brennan," Noll said. "Both have been very good students and very good players. The schools they're going to will require them to continue that combination."
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The Glenbrook Foundation hosts "Night of Theatre"
For its second annual year, the Glenbrook High School Foundation will host an evening celebrating theatre, music and students - old and new.
The Foundation's "Night of Theatre" dinner theatre benefit will be Saturday, May 3. The evening includes a 5 p.m. dinner at Glenbrook North and a 7:30 p.m. premium ticket to a performance of the district-wide Glenbrook musical, "Legally Blonde."
Proceeds from the event will benefit The Foundation, launched five years ago to raise funds to expand student and teacher programs, resources, scholarships and grants.
Tickets for a "Night of Glenbrook Theatre" are now available online at SHOWTIX4U.com. For more information visit The Foundation webpage.
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This month, this section features videos created and produced by Glenbrook South's broadcasting students for the "Signature" Variety Show. More videos from the GBS broadcasting program can be found on the GBSTV Vimeo Page.
"Biggest Fan" - Signature (2014)
"Seniors/Interlude" - Signature (2014)
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Due to extremely low temperatures and winter storms this winter, the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshall is trying to raise awareness about fire safety and the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning. Learning the warning signs in the press release.
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