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Mojo and Yoyo, the Bulldogs
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Glenbrook Musical presents: Q&A with the canine stars
Students of GBS and GBN come together each year to present a musical performance, and this week they will - like, totally - woo audiences with the adaptation of "Legally Blonde," based on the novel and 2001 film by the same name.
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"Legally Blonde" tells the story of Elle Woods, a sorority girl who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend. In the process of defending a murder trial, she discovers how her knowledge of the law can help others. The musical has been nominated for a Tony award seven times and is known for its upbeat and energetic storytelling.
Adding to the fun and fast-paced script is the addition of four dogs who will respectively characterize the roles of Bruiser and Rufus.
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Friday, the Chihuahua
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Finding a way to sit down with a few of the stars of this year's Glenbrook musical can be a bit difficult. Frequently rambunctious, the dogs of "Legally Blonde" have required more attention, affection and treats than traditional high school actors.
The cuddly Mojo, Yoyo, Friday and Tulip shared thoughts about their experience in "Legally Blonde" for a Q&A segment.
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Performances for "Legally Blonde" will run from April 30 to May 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sheely Center for Performing Arts at Glenbrook North. Tickets are $13 and are available for purchase on ShowTix4U.com.
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May
April 30-May 3 - Glenbrook Musical, 7:30 p.m. @ GBN
5-16 - AP Exams
8 - Spring Band Concert, 7:30 p.m.
12 - Board of Education Mtg., 7 p.m. @ GBN
13 - Spring Choral Concert, 7:30 p.m.
15 - Orchestra & Master Singers Concert, 7:30 p.m.
16 - Prom
21 - Senior Seminar
22 - Honors & Awards Assembly, 8:15 a.m.
Late Arrival for Freshmen and Sophomores, 10:40 a.m.
23 - Peer Mentor/Circle of Friends Breakfast
Chamber Singers Concert, 7:30 p.m.
26 - Memorial Day,
No School
27 - Jazz Nite,
7:30 p.m.
28-29 - Senior Exams
28 - Senior Project Showcase
30 - Nine After Dark Concert, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m.
June
1 - Graduation Ceremony, 1:30 p.m
4-6 - Final exams
6 - Last Day of School
Solace at Sunset, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m.
9 - Board of Education Meeting, 7 p.m. @ GBN
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Final exam schedule
Second semester final exams will take place from Wednesday, June 4 through Friday, June 6.
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Final exam schedule
Senior final evaluations will take place during regulary scheduled class periods on Wednesday, May 28 and Thursday, May 29. Graduation rehearsal and Senior Breakfast will be on Friday, May 30.
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Grad Nite and Grad Cards
The 2014 Grad Nite celebration will be held on Sunday, June 1. A group of parents have begun planning this year's Grad Nite and are seeking other parents to volunteer and/or chaperone. Parents of students from all classes are invited to join the committee.
Grad Nite is a safe celebration at Brunswick's Buffalo Grove entertainment center for seniors and has become a popular, fun-filled tradition usually attended by more than 85% of the class. The evening will include check-in at 9 p.m. and students and chaperones boarding the busses at 10 p.m. and heading back to campus at 3:30 a.m. To volunteer for chaperoning or check in, please contact Holly Jennings at ehjennings@comcast.net.
Additionally, the popular Grad Cards are on sale and cost $5. Grad Cards are a great way to honor a graduate and support the Grad Nite event. To order a card for a GBS senior, please contact Angie Nelson at anelson06@aol.com.
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Bus registration for students
Parents may save up to $150 on early-bird bus registration for the 2014-15 school year if forms are completed by Friday, June 6.
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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"Young and Beautiful" - Prom 2014
The Glenbrook South Prom "Young and Beautiful" will take place on Friday, May 16, 2014 from 7:00 p.m. until midnight. The Prom will be held at the Crowne Plaza O'Hare, 5440 N. River Road in Rosemont.
Prom includes dinner and dancing with music provided by The Party Faithful. The dance is chaperoned by GBS administrators, staff and the school resource officer. Formal attire is required. This is a school-sponsored event; all school rules apply.
Prom bids went on sale Monday, April 14, and may be purchased in the bookstore through Friday, May 2. Bids are $65 for an individual and $130 for a couple. Table reservations will be available for groups of ten. Students will electronically reserve tables of 10 from May 5-9.
Tips for parents:
· If your child will be riding in a limousine, talk to the driver to make sure he or she knows your expectations for behavior in the limousine. Give the driver a phone number to call if there is a problem. Often drivers are coming from other bookings (weddings, parties, etc.). Please check the vehicle for leftover alcohol. Please remember that school administration may search limos, buses, etc.
· Your child will most likely want to change clothes after Prom and will use an overnight bag. Please consider checking these items.
· Consider discussing rules for the prom: your own rules, the school rules, and the consequences for violating them.
· If your child is planning to spend the night at a friend's house after Prom, consider checking with that friend's parents to make sure a responsible adult will be present.
· Please remember that parent expectations are still the number one reason adolescents choose to say "NO."
For further information or questions, contact Julie Smith at 847-486-4661 or jsmith@glenbrook225.org.
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GBS textbook buyback
· Seniors may resell their textbooks at the bookstore from May 26-June 6
· All other students may resell their textbooks from June 2-June 6
· Bookstore hours are 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.
· Textbooks must be in good condition with no broken bindings and free of writing. Workbooks and paperback books may be bought back at the bookstore staff's discretion.
· Parents/guardians must present proper identification to receive cash from the buyback. Otherwise, checks will be issued and mailed within two weeks.
· NOTE: If the students' books were not originally purchased from Becks Bookstore and/or are not being used for the following school year, they are not eligible for buyback.
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Senior Seminar
The Student Services Department at Glenbrook South will present the senior class with the Senior Seminar on Wednesday, May 21, during periods 2 and 3, from 8:55 a.m.-10:40 a.m.
The program will provide students with information about some of the real issues they will face, including the adjustments that result from being away from home for the first time. The program also includes the mandatory graduation assembly.
This year, a parent coffee will be offered in the morning at 7:30 a.m. College counselor Ann LePage will speak to the parents about transitioning their sons and daughters to life after high school, as well as the emotions that go along with that. In addition, C.L. Lindsay, attorney and author, will speak to the parents about keeping their kids safe.
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GBS and GBN Key Clubs present Glenbrook Dash
 Saturday, May 10, 7:30 p.m., GBS
For the first time, members of GBN and GBS Key Clubs are partnering to present a 5K glow run benefiting the children's brain cancer charity, Aiden's Army.
For more information, please contact GBS sponsor Josh Koo at jkoo@glenbrook225.org.
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Summer Reading program for GBS students
Bring on the best sellers! When students read for pleasure over the summer it helps continue their educational growth and prevent "summer slide."
With that in mind, GBS announces the 7th annual Summer Reading program: an initiative asking students to select one book from a student-approved list, read it over the summer, and join a one-time lunch discussion in September. The list of books spans several genres for a variety of readers and the lunch will include entertaining discussion, good food and prizes. Books read for this program also count toward the Glenview Public Library's summer reading program.
Students should sign up with their book selection by June 1. SIGN UP FORM.
Fore more information, please contact Tara Katz, 847-901-6789,
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Teacher honored for humanitarian work
Nearly ten years ago, two Glenbrook South students approached Glenbrook Academy teacher Matt Whipple about starting a club to address the turmoil in Darfur. Whipple called upon his experience in global affairs and years rallying against the genocide in Rwanda, and helped them launch Stand for Peace, a group dedicated to improving the lives of people in developing nations.
Now, the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center has honored his efforts and named him the recipient of the 2014 Power of One Award. The yearly honor goes to an individual who by speaking out or standing up, has made a difference against genocide.
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Etruscan yearbook earns national recognition
Glenbrook South's yearbook continues to make headlines.
Only a month after earning a Gold Crown from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association - the highest possible honor - the Etruscan garnered more national recognition with a Pacemaker award at the Journalism Education Association (JEA) /National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) convention in San Diego.
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Student 2 Student club connects with peers
In March, the members of Student 2 Student, Glenbrook South's drug- and alcohol-free club, partnered with students from John Hancock High School on a service and leadership retreat that S2S members said encouraged bonding between varieties of backgrounds.
Hancock's students hailed from Chicago's southwest side and were members of College Admissions Program (CAP), a club encouraging postsecondary higher education. S2S co-president Ajan Bhojwani said the groups met to discuss their respective clubs and conversation immediately flowed.
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Titan Stars program serves as model
 to community What would a sports game be without cheerleaders? With chants, stunts and routines, cheerleaders woo their spectators and athletes when morale calls for an extra spark. But sometimes, as is the case of Glenbrook South's Titan Stars, the cheerleaders also inspire each other. Titan Stars, the program that teaches cheerleading to students with special needs, is now in its fourth year at GBS and being honored by the NSSED Association of Parents and Staff (APS) at the Best Practices Initiatives showcase. VIEW FULL STORY |
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2014-2015 School Calendar - Tentative
Aug 27 - First Day of School
Sept 1 - No School
Sept 25 - No School
Nov 11 - No School
Nov 26-29 - No School
Dec 22-Jan 2 - No School
Jan 5 - Classes Resume
Jan 12 - Reserved Emergency Day
Jan 19 - No School
Jan 23 - No School
Feb 16 - No School
Mar 2 - No School
Mar 30-Apr 3 - No School
Apr 6 - Reserved Emergency Day
May 25 - No School
June 10 - Tentative Last Day of School (unless emergency days are needed)
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This month, this section features an article from Glenbrook South's student-run newspaper, the Oracle. A new edition of the Oracle is distributed approximately every month and can be found in newsstands throughout the school or on its website.
Board evaluates outlook of Chromebooks
Aaron Ach, asst. news editor
This year, South began the "1:1" technology initiative when non-seniors received a Samsung Google Chromebook. The Board of Education, with the help of technology specialists, is currently deciding if the incoming freshman class will use the current Chromebook, a later version of it or an entirely new device.
The Board expects to make a decision in June. Nearly 130 people have piloted potential devices between both buildings: 32 department tech facilitators, 32 administrators and roughly 32 students across the district, according to Ryan Bretag, South's director of instructional technology.
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Youth Services of Glenview/ Northbrook will host its tenth annual YOUth Make a Difference 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, June 22 at Gallery Park in The Glen beginning at 8 a.m. The event includes entertainment, food, a raffle and medals awarded by gender and age category. For more information, visit ysgn.org or call 847.724.2620.
District 27 will host a town hall meeting for Autism Speaks on May 6 at Wood Oaks Junior High School, Northbrook. Open to all parents.
The Japan America Society of Chicago will host a documentary screening of Tohoku Tomo and Q&A with producer/director Wesley Julian on Wednesday, May 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Schaumburg Prairie Center for the Arts, Schaumburg, IL. Admission is $5 and free for children & students. For more information, visit jaschicago.org.
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