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Month: April 2022

Prisons: Causing more harm than good

Prison inmates in orange jumpsuits in a line.

April 12, 2022 by Aleesha Sachanandani

The prison system, rather than focusing on healing, harms prisoners, often inflicting them with trauma and PTSD as a result of its core structure—solitary confinement, limited time with family, etc. As such, it must be abolished.

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Building a better strategy against school shootings

Students leaving school during a shooting.

April 12, 2022 by Jayla Farrington

Many have put forth theories as to why school shootings occur and how they can be prevented but ignore the underlying issue of mental health.

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Are chess titles for women beneficial?


April 11, 2022 by Advik Kunta

Washington students debate the use of competitive chess titles for women, with some arguing they are key in reducing the gender disparity, while others believe they imply that women are incompetent.

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WASC judges Washington

WASC accreditation certificate.

April 11, 2022 by Conley Shen

Recently, WASC came to Washington High School in order to judge whether the school meets the standard to award diplomas.

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Facing school and addiction

Infographic with high school drug use statistics.

April 8, 2022 by Olga Vysotsky

Though drugs are often associated with adults, teenagers who use also often struggle with addiction and recovery; thus it’s important to understand how to create safe, supportive spaces centered on healing and honesty.

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Washington High School’s outlook on the Russo-Ukrainian War


April 6, 2022 by Montana Makarova

Huskies are fearful of potential nuclear war and Russian takeover of Ukraine, question the value of sanctions, and ponder the war’s effects on the US economy.

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How Islamophobia affects the lives of Muslims in the Bay Area

Women in hijabs.

April 6, 2022 by Heba Kibboua

Islamophobia is a widespread, global issue. In the Bay Area, Muslim students tend to feel safer, though issues such as lack of understanding that Islam is a choice, not something that is forced upon people, are still prevalent.

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Riley Pearson: Washington’s four-sport athlete

Riley Pearson headshot.

April 6, 2022 by Harini Sivakumar

Riley Pearson is a passionate four-sport athlete, who constantly challenges himself while bringing enthusiasm to the sport.

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The emergence of Manhwa


April 1, 2022 by Arthur Maung

Manhwa, the Korean version of manga, has taken over the world. Popular ones include Solo Leveling and God of Blackfield.

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