Panther Rundown February 21, 2024

Girls Badminton: This Thursday is the LAST OPEN GYM (6-8pm) before tryouts begin. There is no conditioning prior to the open gym. Please see the preseason calendar for a link to condition. Tryouts begin Monday, February 26th from 5-7:30 and continue through the rest of the week. Please make sure you complete the process to receive a gold card. GOLD CARDS ARE MANDATORY FOR TRYOUTS! YOU WILL NOT PARTICIPATE WITHOUT ONE! All physicals need to be handed in PRIOR to tryouts.Tryout schedule: Mon-Wed 5:00-7:30, Thursday 3:00-5:30. It is essential to attend all days. 

School Counseling: Attention Seniors! Together with the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, Glenbard District 87 is hosting a Financial Aid Application Workshop Thursday, February 29th, 6-8 p.m., at the Glenside Public Library. This workshop will focus on helping you and your parent/guardian(s) complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Alternative Application for Illinois Student Aid. Remember that THIS A GRADUATION REQUIREMENT. Assistance will be provided in English & Spanish. More details can be found in the attached flier. See your school counselor with questions!

Prom:  Juniors and Seniors – Mark your calendars for Prom 2024 – Masquerade Ball! Prom is on Saturday, May 18th at the Abbington Distinctive Banquets in Glen Ellyn. Ticket information will be available soon! See Prom website for all updates. 

EL Scholarship: Celebrate friendship by purchasing a friendship bracelet during Live Life Well Week. Friendship bracelets and cards will be sold during all lunch periods from February 20 – February 23 for $1 each. Bracelets and cards will be delivered by February 29. All money raised will go to support the EL Scholarship. Contact Ms. Buck-Castaneda with any questions. 

Social Studies: Attention Seniors: If you have enjoyed and excelled in your Social Studies courses throughout your four years at Glenbard North, you should consider applying for the Social Studies Scholarship. Applicants do not have to major in a Social Studies related field in college; nor do applicants have to plan on becoming a Social Studies teacher. You simply must be a senior who has done well in your Social Studies courses and can express how you have grown through these experiences. Applications need to be submitted to Mr. Coon by 2:35 on Monday, March 12. The link to application is below. 

Social Studies Department: Your VOTE is your VOICE: If you will turn 18 on or before November 5, 2024, AND are a U.S. citizen, you are able to vote in both the March 19 primaries as well as the general election on November 5. HOWEVER, you cannot vote if you are NOT registered to vote! Glenbard North, along with the League of Women Voters is conducting a voter registration drive on February 15 during all lunch periods. Registration will be in the north end of the student cafeteria. For more information about the ballots, early voting, and the election, please click on the included link. Congratulations on reaching this civic milestone! 

Green Panthers: Want to learn WHY the area by Klein Creek is missing all the trees? This area is located south of GBN close to North Avenue. Mr. Greg Ulreich (Civil Engineer with the Village of Carol Stream) will be presenting about the Klein Creek Restoration project which Green Panthers will be assisting by planting native plants along the creek this spring. Join us to learn about how our community is making positive changes with the environment. Join us February 22 at 3pm – 4pm in room 1212 for the presentation.

Softball: Any girls interested in trying out for softball should attend an informational meeting on Thursday, 2/15 in Coach Sanew’s room 2108. Tryouts will begin on Monday, 2/26.

Juniors – Health Office: Juniors – All juniors will need to provide proof of your 2nd Meningococcal Conjugate vaccination (on or after your 16th birthday) to the health office by May 1st. This is a 12th grade school entry requirement. You will not be able to get a parking spot, school ID, or start school in the fall without proof of this vaccination. Please email  a copy of your completed vaccination record to the nurse. Come see the nurses if you need vaccination resources.

Yearbook: Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase a yearbook! The last chance deadline to order a yearbook is February 24th. Visit jostens.com to place your order.