The GBN Booster Club is the sole fundraising group that benefits the athletic programs at GBN. We work in conjunction with the Athletic Director and Assistant Athletic Directors at Glenbrook North High School to accomplish our goals.
The purpose of the Booster Club is:
- to help raise school spirit by promoting a positive atmosphere as part of our athletic events
- to provide spirit wear celebrating our school and its symbols
- to help lead the community by setting an example of volunteerism and involvement in school activities
- to supplement our school's budget by providing supplies and equipment that support our school's athletic teams and our student athletes, as well as all of the GBN students using our athletic facilities
- to help promote the positive athletic experiences that play such a vital role in our children's development, and
- to enhance the enjoyment of the GBN athletic experience for our community, our visitors and our guests.
Fundraising - The GBN Booster Club organizes and administers the following programs and activities in our effort to achieve these important goals:
- Super Raffle - This year, we are holding our 6th annual Super Raffle. Only 300 tickets will be sold for $50 each. The Grand Prize is $5,000 and will be the first ticket drawn at the Spring Gala in March. Every 15th ticket drawn thereafter will win $100. Winners need not be present at the Spring Gala. If you are interested in purchasing a Super Raffle ticket, you may download the Super Raffle Ticket order form from the Forms page. For any additional information, contact Janet Pucin, gbnbooster@gmail.com, 847-833-9167.
- Membership - Membership in the GBN Booster Club is open not only to all families of GBN students, but to any and all other members of our community who would like to support our organization. There are four (4) levels of annual Membership starting at the $35 level. Please see our Membership page for more information about the benefits of joining the GBN Booster Club. See our Forms page to download a Membership Application Form.
- Spartanwear - The GBN Booster Club is proud to offer many selections of clothing and other items that are logo'd with our school name and/or Spartan symbol. Among the items available for purchase are: Under-Armour shirts, T-shirts, jerseys, sweatshirts, sweatpants, flannels, boxers, dance pants, shorts, tank tops, sport bags, blankets, hats and more. Spartan Spiritwear is sold at the Fall and Winter Jamborees, every home football game and at various times throughout the school year. For more information, contact our Committee Chairs: Kim Solomon, msol1966@comcast.net, 847-987-9802 or see our Forms page to download a Spartan Spiritwear Order Form and/or view us on Facebook.
- Concessions - The GBN Booster Club operates the Concession stands for most home events, for every sport at GBN. Each Concession stand is staffed exclusively by parent volunteers from the particular sport in action at the time. Please visit our Concession stands when you are watching any sporting event at GBN. We operate one of the best Concession stands in the area, including grilled hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs and chicken at our football and basketball games. As one of our long time veteran Concession Chair always said: "Come for the food, stay for the game". If you have any questions about Concessions or wish to volunteer, contact our Concession Chairs: Patti Simon, simon4fun@aol.com, 847-480-0872, or Julie Lerman, boxermom6@aol.com, 847-778-9225.
- Spring Gala - The GBN Booster Club has one main fundraising event every year, the Spring Gala. This year our 6th annual Spring Gala will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the Hilton Chicago/Northbrook. All Booster Club members will receive an invitation to the Spring Gala, but all interested members of our community are also welcome to attend. The Spring Gala is a great evening and a way to socialize with other GBN parents, as well as GBN administrators, athletic directors and coaches. In addition to wonderful food, the Spring Gala also includes a live and silent auction, games, prizes and the drawing of our Super Raffle winning tickets. For more information about the Spring Gala or to volunteer to help, contact Janet Pucin, gbnbooster@gmail.com, 847-833-9167.
- Yard Signs - Show your Spartan spirit by posting a GBN Yard Sign in front of your house. Yard Signs are not just for athletics, but for any activities and clubs at GBN. Yard Signs are made by parent volunteers and are a great way to proudly support your GBN student's interests. Each Yard Sign costs $30 including one stake. Additional stakes are $15 each. See our Forms page to download a Yard Sign Order Form . For any additional information, please contact Holly Little, 847-272-9841, or Bert Sullivan, bert_saullivan@hotmail.com, 847-205-0550.
- Senior Banquet - Each year, the GBN Booster Club organizes a dinner banquet honoring all our senior athletes. This year's Senior Banquet will be held on Thursday, May 31st, 2012 at 6PM at the Hilton Chicago/Northbrook. All senior athletes and their parents are invited to attend, as well as GBN administrators, athletic directors, head coaches and a Guest Speaker. The purpose of the Senior Banquet is to recognize the dedication of our athletes and honor them for their achievements.