Virtual Backpack

Eighth-grade dancers who will be joining Glenbrook North for the 2025-2026 school year are invited to try out for the GBN Poms and Orchesis dance teams. Those interested should complete an audition registration form by April 28.

Auditions will be held May 5-9 at GBN. Those who register will be emailed on May 30 with an assigned timeslot. This year, dancers will only be allowed to commit to one of the dance teams. Email Poms Coach Collins or the Orchesis Coaches for more information. 

More than just fun and games, our programs provide engaging and unique learning opportunities on a college campus. Students ages 8 to 14 can give their science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills a workout with a range of fun-filled camps and classes. Don’t miss out on these diverse, academic youth programs!

Registration Now Open! Enroll Early. Space is Limited.
Classes are held in person at the Skokie and Des Plaines campuses. Each course costs $185.

Welcome to a fun-filled early literacy class designed just for Pre-K children led by two Northbrook moms and former elementary school teachers! In this class, we will explore the magical world of books through interactive read alouds that spark imagination and curiosity. Each session will feature a new story, followed by a hands-on craft activity inspired by the book. Our class encourages creativity, cooperation, and a joy for learning though stories and crafts. Come join us for an exciting adventure in reading!

• 10 weeks: April 2 - June 4
• Price: $180 ($18/class)
• Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• Location: Bean Bar

Register to secure a spot! Contact us at candhacademics@gmail.com

Description: 5K for CATCH is an endurance event raising money for CATCH, Community Action Together for Children's Health.  Let's erase the stigma of mental illness together and become a community of resilient people who truly value mental health and well-being! The race is open to everyone and families are welcome! Please register!

• Dream Big, Stand Strong
  • January 9, 2025 - March 20, 2025 (Meets weekly on Thursdays) from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Discover how to stand strong against peer pressure, set awesome goals, and make your dreams come true!
  • Learn more and register
• Activating Our Inner Goal-Setting Radar
  • April 10, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Learn more
• The Magic of Gratitude
  • May 8, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Learn more

Glenbrook High School District 225 is excited to bring back its youth summer camps this year! Online registration is now open. Athletic Camps are offered to incoming first through eighth graders and will run throughout the summer. They are held at Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South unless otherwise noted. Please visit the summer camp website for summer athletic camp offerings and instructions on how to register.

As a reminder:

• If you have questions about a specific camp, please contact the coach listed in the offerings document.
• All camps have minimum and maximum participant counts.  All participants will be notified if a camp needs to be canceled due to low enrollment.
• Registration can only be completed online through the camp registration website.
• Registration fees can be paid:
  • Online using a credit card or e-check 
  • By paper check - payable to District 225 (please indicate the participant’s name and ID number). Mail or drop off at the Glenbrook High School District Administration Office (3801 W Lake Ave., Glenview, 60026)
• All fees must be paid within five business days of initial registration. Any registration with outstanding fees after the due date will be canceled.
• The school district does NOT pro-rate any camp fees.

For assistance with camp registration or cancellations, please contact the Summer Athletic Camp Office at athleticcamp@glenbrook225.org or 847-486-4717.