Panther Rundown September 5, 2024

Scholastic Bowl: Quiz Bowl (Scholastic Bowl) is looking for new players! Whether you’re a freshman or a senior, or anything in between, come see what it’s about. Thursday, 9/5, is our first meeting after school in room 2320. This is a great activity for people who love learning, who like competing, who want some fun in their lives, and who just want the thrill of hitting a buzzer! Check out a 7 second invite, as well as a 1 minute hype video. Hope to see you there!

Superfans: Buy your black & gold Superfan t-shirts during all lunches this FRIDAY, 9/6 for $5. Meeting after school on Wednesday in room 1220 to gear up for our first home football game this Friday. Theme is black & gold!!

School Counseling Department: Please join your GBN School Counseling Department and a representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) for Senior College/Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, September 10th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in The Little Theatre at Glenbard North High School. An overview of the college application process and financial aid information regarding the FAFSA will be provided. Parents/Guardians and students are encouraged to attend.

Senior Yearbook Portraits: Attention Senior Class of 2025: For those of you who did NOT have your senior portrait taken over the summer through Prestige, please plan to do so on Tuesday, September 10th during your lunch period in the faculty cafeteria. The photo sessions will take place between 10:00 am and 1:30 pm. No appointment needed but outfit changes will not be allowed. This is your last chance to be included with your graduating class in the Glenbard North Yearbook AND is of no charge to you to appear in the yearbook. Please dress to impress! Questions, please call Prestige Portraits directly at 1-800-736-4775.

Reality Illinois: Looking to make a difference, learn leadership skills and earn service hours? Join the monthly Teen Board to the Health Dept./ Reality Illinois-on Tues. Sept 10 at 6pm-7pm at the Glenbard District Office (next to West) More info at Reality-Leave Your Mark or email Gilda Ross.

Social Studies: Attention Juniors and Seniors: Are you interested in working as an election judge for the November elections? The election is on November 5, 2024 which is also a day off from school. To serve as an election judge, you must have a 3.0 GPA or higher, submit an application, and complete a required online training program. If you are interested in applying, you must attend an information meeting which will be on Tuesday, Sept 10 both before school starting at 7:30am or after school starting at 2:25 in room 1118 with Mr. Coon. There will also be a meeting on Wednesday, Sept 11 starting at 7:30am in room 1110 with Mrs. Bray-Parker. Even if you have previously served as an election judge, you still need to attend a meeting and submit an application. Meetings will last ~20 minutes, and you must attend a meeting to receive the paper application. Please email Mr. Coon in the Social Studies Department if you have any questions.

Interact: Interested in giving back? Do you consider yourself a leader? Want to participate in service opportunities in the community? If you do please consider joining Club Interact this year! Our first meeting will be Tuesday, September 10th before school from 7:40-7:55 in the faculty cafeteria and all are welcome!

The Write Place: Looking to add experiences to your college resume? Want to help your peers become better writers? Then The Write Place is the place for you! We are looking for student tutors, and our application is now open! All applications are due Friday, September 13th! Please fill out the linked Google Form. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Talarico.

National Art Honor Society: This year’s NAHS meetings are on Tuesdays after PLC in the ceramics studio, 1458. This month we will be designing this year’s shirts and painting ceiling tiles. Come meet this year’s leadership team, make art, build community, and help kick this year off right. All are welcome, no experience necessary, grab a friend and we will see you on Tuesday.