5Essentials Survey Participation
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Your participation in the 5Essentials Survey is vital to our schools!
This survey helps us identify areas for improvement, measure progress on our strategic plan, and ensure we receive an actionable report from the State of Illinois. To achieve this, we need at least 20% parent/guardian participation and, to date, we have only received a 10% GBS participation rate. Your feedback plays a crucial role in shaping our school’s future—thank you for your support!
Please visit the 5Essentials Parent login to complete the survey using the instructions found here.
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Glenbrook Musical Tickets on Sale
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Tickets for this year's Glenbrook Musical, Chicago, will be on sale beginning March 17. Reserved seat tickets are $17 and can be purchased online through cur8.com. Performances will be held in the Watson Auditorium at GBS on April 30 and May 1-3 at 7 p.m.
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Glenbrook South's School Resource Officer, Officer Uscicki, has an important reminder for all drivers on the GBS campus. As the weather gets warmer, we want to remind all of our student drivers to be safe, slow down, and watch for pedestrians. Many of our students walk or bike to and from school, and that number will only increase as the summer approaches. Slow down and be aware! Take care of your fellow classmates and community members. Thank you!
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2025 Distinguished Teacher Nominations
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Students, do you have a favorite teacher? Is there a teacher who made a positive impact on you and your classmates? Would you like to see this teacher recognized at the annual Honors and Awards Ceremony? Now is your chance to nominate them!
The GBS Parents Association is accepting nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Teacher of the Year Award starting on Monday, March 10. The award is designed to recognize exceptional teachers who generously give their time, share their passions and expertise, and change lives for the better.
Links to the nomination process and form have been sent to each student's school email. Nominations should be submitted by Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Thanks for taking the time to nominate an awesome teacher!
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Reminder of Religious Observance Information
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Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. This year, Ramadan begins on Saturday, March 1, 2025, and continues through Sunday, March 30, 2025, when Muslims will celebrate the holy day of Eid al-Fitr.
Many of our students who observe Ramadan will participate in the following:
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- Wake before dawn (before 5 a.m.) to eat a meal;
- Refrain from eating or drinking throughout the day (including water);
- Break their fast at sunset (around 7 p.m.) with a meal; and
- Participate in evening prayers that may extend late into the night.
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To support students who are fasting, alternative spaces have been designated for their lunch block. At Glenbrook South, this will be the Student Activities Office. Students may visit these areas during their lunch block and do not require a pass. As there is an added emphasis on spiritual devotion and prayers during this month, students can also pray in the space designated within the Student Activities Office.
As a reminder, no major assignments should be due and no major tests should be administered around the holiday of Eid al-Fitr. For students observing Ramadan, please communicate with your teachers so they can support you as you observe. In addition, students will be excused from any physical activity components of any PE course during religious fasting if the parent/guardian notifies the principal in writing that the student is participating in religious fasting.
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Titans Helping Titans Prom Wear Drive
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Help us make prom amazing for everyone! Donate prom clothing items or salon services for students in need. Donations will be collected through April 25, 2025.
Donate new or gently used:
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- Formal wear including dresses, tuxes, suits
- Accessories including ties, shoes, purses, belts, etc.
- Donations can include certificates or discounts for:
- Haircuts or Hair styling/Updo's
- Manicures and Pedicures
- Makeup Application
- Corsages and Boutonnieres
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GBS Titan Tot Preschool Registration
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Glenbrook South Titan Tot Preschool Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year is underway!
The GBS preschool program is open to three to five year old children who are residents of High School District 225 that include Glenview, Golf, Northfield and Northbrook. All students must be three years old and toilet trained by September 1, 2025 of the enrolling school year. GBS Preschool is in session Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. September through May. The preschool follows the high school calendar.
Please fill out the Interest Form to request an application for registration.
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2025 Second Semester Final Exam Information
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Please visit the website to view the second semester final exams schedule for all grade levels, including when senior finals will take place.
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Hello, South Oracle readers!
This is Sofia Cole and Sarah Park, The Oracle Co-Editors-in-Chief. We are excited to present to you stories from Issue 5. As you read it, please like, comment, and share stories with your friends and family to spread the news. We look forward to writing for you, so please let us know which events or topics you would like us to cover. Do you have a story idea? Fill out this form.
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Get your Class of 2025 yard sign today! Each sign is $15, and can be paid through e-Funds for Schools or in person at the Bookstore. Follow the directions below to make payment online. Distribution will be through the Parents Association. If you have any questions, please reach out to gbsgradnight@glenbrook225.org.
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- Log in to e~Funds for Schools.
- Under the Welcome bar, select the Pay for Optional Fees link.
- Select the student for which you would like to pay a fee.
- Select GBS Grad Yard Sign (Senior).
- Click the Add to Cart button to add the optional fee to your cart.
- Click the Begin Checkout button to complete your payment.
- Credit or debit card payments attract a non-refundable surcharge.
- There is no surcharge when paying with your checking account (direct debit) via your e~Funds parent account.
- Students can also visit the bookstore to pay via cash, check, or credit card.
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Join the Class of 2025 for one last hurrah at Enchanted Castle! This event takes place the evening of graduation (June 1). Graduates will board buses to head to Enchanted Castle for a night of fun and togetherness. Get your ticket now to avoid the rush! Tickets are $80 per person with support for those who qualify for financial assistance. Pay online through e-Funds for Schools or in person at the Bookstore. If you have any questions about the event, please contact gbsgradnight@gmail.com. If you have any questions about payment, please contact the GBS Bookstore.
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- Log in to e~Funds for Schools.
- Under the Welcome bar, select the Pay for Optional Fees link.
- Select the student for which you would like to pay a fee.
- Select GBS Grad Night Ticket (Senior).
- GBS Grad Night Donation (optional) to assist students in need.
- Click the Add to Cart button to add the optional fee to your cart.
- Click the Begin Checkout button to complete your payment.
- Credit or debit card payments attract a non-refundable surcharge.
- There is no surcharge when paying with your checking account (direct debit) via your e~Funds parent account.
- Students can also visit the bookstore to pay via cash, check, or credit card.-Students who qualify for aid can register online (with credit card or bank account details stored on file) or in the bookstore.
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We're also looking for volunteers to work Grad Night. This is a great opportunity for parents of underclassmen to see what Grad Night is all about in anticipation of when your student is a senior. If you're available or interested, please contact gbsgradnight@gmail.com.
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The Board of Education met on Monday, March 10, 2025. View the full agenda here.
As part of the Superintendent's report, the board and administration were excited to recognize students who recently placed in IHSA state competitions.
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- GBN - Matthew Yuan, boys diving - First place
- GBN Evan Gitlevich, boys swimming - Eleventh place in the 100-meter breaststroke
- GBN Arielle Dobin, girls wrestling - Second place
- GBS - Vex Robotics State Champions
- Jake Milner
- Jude Pallikunnel
- Aaron Wilk
- Matthew Yam
- Phillip Yong
- Kasey Kissner
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The board and administration recognized Dr. Jennifer Pearson, Director of Special Education for recently receiving two state-wide awards from the Illinois Alliance of Administrators of Special Education. The Regional Leadership Award and the David A. Berto Distinguished Service Award.
The board and administration recognized Dr. Michael Greenstein, Glenbrook North High School Debate Coach for receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Illinois Debate Coaches Association.
For more information about happenings at the Board of Education meeting, please visit the Board Notes page of the District 225 website.
The next meeting of the Board of Education is scheduled for March 17, 2025, at 7 p.m.
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