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Principal Fagel: Reflections from the first year
Since becoming principal of Glenbrook South on July 1, 2015, Lauren Fagel has immersed herself in the Titan culture. Between visiting each and every department at Glenbrook South, taking center stage at the annual Variety Show and competing in a free-throw contest on behalf of the school, Principal Fagel has become a full-fledged Titan.
We caught up with our principal to ask about her first year.
What has your first year involved? I have spent a tremendous amount of time getting a feel for how GBS operates on a daily basis. For each department of the school, I observed individuals in their work settings, whether that be the classroom, the library, the Titan Learning Center, an office, or the custodial/maintenance department. Students' lives at GBS go beyond the classroom so I made an effort to be at performances, games, club meetings and other extracurricular events. I've been able to see GBS in action - up close. These visits solidified in my mind why GBS is such a special place.
What is your favorite memory from your first year as principal? My favorite memories include the ways students welcomed me into the Titan family. There wasn't one day or one week - it was all year. The students energize me every single day, and I look forward to creating memories with them for years to come.
How would you characterize your first year as principal? Energizing and exhausting - all at the same time! It takes time to get to know so many students, staff, parents, and community members, and it is time well spent.
What Titan tradition did you embrace most? The annual Variety Show is a long-standing Titan tradition I was able to be a part of this year. I was so impressed by the level of talent among GBS students and the level of expertise of GBS production staff. And dancing in the show was a thrill.
What is your favorite thing you learned? My favorite thing I learned is how much GBS values inclusion. This core value for GBS perfectly aligns with my own commitment to equity and inclusion. The culture and climate at GBS make it safe for everyone to be their own true selves. The diverse student population is a gift to GBS, and we will continue to strive towards ensuring every student and adult feels safe and comfortable at GBS.
What is something you hoped our community learned about you this year? I hope the Glenview community learned that I am devoted to GBS and excited to continue my journey as a Titan!
Nine months later: what does it mean to be GBS principal? I still feel honored and privileged to serve as GBS principal. I don't think that feeling will ever go away. I feel like the sky's the limit with what we can accomplish together.
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Final exam schedule
Second semester final exams will take place from Tuesday, June 7 through Thursday, June 9.
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Senior final exam schedule
Senior final evaluations will take place during regularly scheduled class periods on Wednesday, June 1 and Thursday, June 2. Graduation rehearsal and Senior Breakfast will be on Friday, June 3.
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Bus registration for students
Parents may save up to $150 on early-bird bus registration for the 2016-17 school year if forms are completed by Friday, June 3. Register online.
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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Summer school begins June 14
First semester of summer school will begin Tuesday, June 14.
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GBS textbook buyback
· Seniors may resell their textbooks from May 31 to June 3. All other students may resell their textbooks from June 7-10 in room 166.
· Bookstore's buyback hours are 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.
· Textbooks must be in good condition with no pages missing, broken bindings and free of major writing and highlighting. Activity Workbooks, Lab Notebooks, Student Assignment Workbooks, and e-Book envelopes will not be bought back.
· Parents/guardians must present proper identification to receive cash from the buyback. Otherwise, checks will be issued and mailed within two weeks. All students must present ID at time of buyback.
· NOTE: If the books were not originally purchased from Beck's Bookstore and/or are not being used for the following school year, they are not eligible for buyback.
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Grad Nite committee prepares for 2015 event
The 2016 Grad Nite celebration will be held on Sunday, June 5. 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 percent of the class. The evening will include check-in at 9 p.m. and students and chaperones boarding the buses at 10 p.m. and heading back to campus at 3:30 a.m. To volunteer for chaperoning
Additionally, the popular Grad Cards are on sale and cost $5. New this year, parents may purchase a congratulatory yard sign for $10. Grad Cards and yard signs are a great way to honor a graduate and support the Grad Nite event. To order, please contact Angie Nelson at anelson@glenbrook225.org.
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TLS annual basketball event
Friday, May 6, 1:45 p.m., main gym
The annual Glenbrook South Teaching for Life Skills (TLS) basketball game will be held against Highland Park High School. This event offers students with cognitive and physical disabilities an opportunity to participate in an athletic competition.
The game will feature varsity poms and cheerleaders, the Titan Stars, De la Cru, pep band, GBS Freshman Boys' Chorus, and a video sportscast. The event is free and the community is welcome and encouraged to attend.
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GBS Interact Camo Car Wash
Saturday, May 7th, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., Attea School parking lot
The Glenbrook South Interact Club will host a car wash to raise awareness and funding for local veterans. A suggested donation of $5 will benefit the Edward Hines, Jr., Veterans Administration Hospital. The event will also recognize and honor local veterans.
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GBS hosts Prom 2016, "Time of our Lives"
Friday, May 13, 7 p.m.-midnight, Crowne Plaza O'Hare, 5440 N. River Road in Rosemont
The Glenbrook South Prom - themed "Time of our Lives" - will include 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 11, and may be purchased in the bookstore through Friday, April 29. Bids are $70 for an individual and $140 for a couple. Table reservations will be available for groups of ten and students will electronically reserve tables of 10 from May 2-6. There will also be open table options.
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Student Services offers annual Senior Seminar for seniors and parents
Wednesday, May 18, Block 2, 9:42 - 11:12 a.m., Student Services
The Student Services Department will present the senior class with information about some of the real issues they will face after high school. Topics include the adjustments that result from being away from home for the first time. The mandatory graduation assembly will follow.
This year, a parent coffee will be offered in the morning, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. College counselor John Klasen 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, famed attorney and author, will speak to the parents about keeping their kids safe.
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Cure Club hosts GBS Relay for Life
Friday, May 20, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., GBS field
Cure Club will participate in the American Cancer Society's 2016 Relay For Life. The movement is an effort to combat cancer, fund research, and honor those who battle the disease. The entire community is encouraged to get involved with this evening event, which includes a survivor's lap, caregiver's lap, and luminaria dedication. To learn more or to make a donation, visit www.relayforlife.org/NorthshoreIL.
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Senior Project Showcase highlights student talent, accomplishments
Wednesday, June 1, 4:15-5:30 p.m., Lyceum
Senior Projects provide GBS seniors the opportunity to pursue a substantial, meaningful project in lieu of attending either the last two or four weeks of classes. During the showcase, students will present their various projects for members of the community to view.
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Glenbrook musical takes the stage, inspired by
Broadway performer
"Thank you for doing this show," Broadway star Heather Headley said to the combined cast of the 2016 Glenbrook musical. "It is dear to my heart."
Sixteen years ago, the curtain rose on Broadway, premiering Disney's new musical Aida, written by Elton John and Tim Rice. For more than 1800 shows, Headley stepped into the title role, cementing the character and earning a Tony Award for Best Actress for her adaptation.
This spring, the curtain will rise on the Glenbrook stage and students from Glenbrook North and South will take on the tale of Aida - transporting audiences in the luxurious, lavish and perilous world of ancient Egypt.
In order to tell the mesmerizing story of two star-crossed lovers - an Egyptian prince and a Nubian princess - who must choose between following their hearts and leading their people, the cast spent a once-in-a-lifetime afternoon with Headley.
Performances for the 2016 Glenbrook Musical, Aida, will be held at GBN from April 27 through 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sheely Center for Performing Arts. For tickets, visit ShowTix4u.com.
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Etruscan earns prestigious Pacemaker award
At the Journalism Education Association (JEA)/National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) convention in Los Angeles, the 2014-15 volume of the Etruscan yearbook, "The Place To Be," was named a national Pacemaker award winner, the highest honor a high school publication can receive.
The yearbook publication was one of only nine winners in its size category of 337 pages or more. The Etruscan was the only yearbook finalist from Illinois.
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Senior chosen as top Illinois student journalist
Even before arriving at Glenbrook South, Dani Tuchman knew she wanted to be Titan journalist.
Since taking Journalistic Writing and Introduction to Broadcasting courses as a freshman, Tuchman has worked her way to the top of the GBS journalism offerings. Currently, as a senior, Tuchman serves as Editor-in-Chief for The Oracle student newspaper, radio intern for WGBK 88.5 FM, and Executive Producer for GBS TV weekly announcement show, The Glenbrook South Report.
To recognize Tuchman's commitment and prominence in the field, the Illinois Journalism Education Association (IJEA) named her runner-up for the Illinois High School Journalist of the Year (IJOY) award.
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Filmmaker named as top Illinois innovator
Early in the academic year, a video created by Glenbrook South senior Cameron Beach circulated the school, gaining traction with both students and teachers.
 notion that custodians were unimportant to the functioning of GBS.
It was viewed nearly a thousand times, shared at faculty meetings and started meaningful conversations between students and maintenance staff.
For her work changing perceptions, Beach was chosen as one of the top 20 student innovators in the state by the Celebrating High School Innovators program, sponsored by the University of Illinois and the Governor's Office.
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GBS coverage on the road to We Day
It's almost here.
Students from all across the state have been working all year for those coveted tickets to We Day.
"It's part of a culture of volunteering."
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Each month, this section features a piece of student-created work. This month features work from Glenbrook South's student-produced GBSTV program and student-newspaper, The Oracle.
Committee works toward gender inclusivity
The recently-created Gender in Schools Committee had its first event to educate staff on gender identity on April 12.
According to Principal Lauren Fagel, the creator of the committee, it is made up of 18 staff members, including herself, who will work to educate GBS faculty about gender identity and ways to make students feel safe in the school.
"The goal statement that the committee came up with was to expand our understanding of gender identity, to enhance the safety and security for all students and staff," Fagel said.
GBSTV 2015-16 Recap Video
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2016-17 School Calendar - Tentative
Aug 22 First Day of School
Sept 5 No School
Oct 3 No School
Oct 12 No School
Nov 11 No School
Nov 23-25 No School
Dec 23-Jan 6 No School
Jan 9 Classes Resume
Jan 16 No School
Jan 20 Institute Day, no school for students
Feb 20 Reserved Emergency Day
March 6 Institute Day, no school
March 27-31 No School
April 3 Reserved Emergency Day
April 14 No School
May 29 No School
June 7 Tentative Last Day of School (Unless emergency days are needed)
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