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March 6 |
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5:30 - 8 p.m. |
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Lyceum |
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Please join us Thursday, March 6 from 5:30-8 p.m. in the Glenbrook South Lyceum for Japan Night, an evening to celebrate the Japanese students' visit to the Chicagoland area. The night will include games, food, activities and camaraderie for host students and their families.
All are welcome!
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Student Job Fair and Career Expo
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March 7 |
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All Lunch Blocks |
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Lyceum |
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GBS will host a job fair for all students on Friday, March 7 during all lunch blocks in the Lyceum. Organizations in attendance will be offering summer employment opportunities, post-high school career opportunities, and career talks with employers about post-college graduation. Information on how to obtain a work permit will be available.
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Glenbrook Festival of Music
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Every year, the combined choirs of Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South present the Glenbrook Festival of Music. This year the concert will be held at Glenbrook North High School in the Sheely Center for the Performing Arts. The singers are accompanied by members of our Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra, showcasing the talents of more than 250 student musicians. We are also fortunate to welcome our guest conductor, Dr. John C. Hughes, Director of Choral for the Chicago Master Singers.
The concert will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Tickets are available now at $8 and may be purchased online. Contact Renee Travers at Glenbrook South, 847-486-4432 or Ana Naranjo at Glenbrook North, 847-509-2444, with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there. Thank you for supporting the Arts!
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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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March 12 |
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7 p.m. |
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GBS Auditorium |
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Sophomore parents are invited to attend a presentation on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 7 p.m. in the Glenbrook South Watson Auditorium. Glenbrook South College Counselors John Klasen and Kalene Heaton will introduce the college search process, testing options and the SchooLinks curriculum. The evening will end with a brief Question & Answer session. The slides from this presentation and the recording will be available on the website for those who are unable to attend. Spanish, Korean and Mongolian translation will be available. Please register here for the evening and indicate if you will require translation. We're looking forward to seeing you there
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Staff Appreciation Donations
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It's that time again! The Parents Association is preparing to show appreciation for the wonderful staff at GBS, and needs your help! Please consider donating to provide lunch, snacks, and gifts for the staff during Teacher Appreciation Week in May. You can donate to the Parents Association through e-Funds for Schools or PayPal QR code. Follow these directions to donate through e-Funds:
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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 Parents Association Donation.
- 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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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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