The Impact of DEI Cuts
n late January of this year, President Trump signed an order to effectively eradicate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs across the government.
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From Teacher to Artist: Mr. Vose Opens Gallery
Many Washington students remember Mr. Vose as a P.E. teacher and a Track and Field coach at Washington High School. But a few years ago, he quit his full-time job to open an art gallery in Niles. This career change is unusual. Many teachers stick with the career until retirement, as they would lose access to the majority of their pension benefits by leaving the job too soon.
Are Benchmark Projects in Need of Change?
Designed to challenge students and prepare them for future academic and career pursuits, benchmark projects at Washington serve as cumulative assessments that push students to explore a variety of topics.
The City of Fremont Cracks Down on Homelessness
In one of the nation’s most restrictive and sweeping measures regarding unhoused people, Fremont has banned “camping” on any public property, effectively criminalizing homelessness. The ordinance passed in February with a 6-1 vote prohibits storing personal property on any public property, while limiting camping on both public and private property. With often vague and open-ended wording, the ordinance also takes a step towards criminalizing providing assistance to the unhoused.
Meet Washington’s New Librarian Mr. Swenor
The Washington High School Library finally has an official librarian, Mr. Swenor. Previously, he taught at Orchard Middle School in San Jose. “I taught social studies, and after that, I wanted to take a step up and start teaching high school and this new opportunity came up,” he said “As a history major, I love books too.”
Trump’s Immigration Policies and its Effects on Fremont
January 20th, 2025 marked a historic day in the United States as Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President. In his inauguration speech, Trump addressed his agenda for the next term, focusing particularly on immigration.
Are School Events Worth It? Advice from WHS Seniors
As the second semester begins, many WHS students are wondering about prom, the senior cruise, and other upcoming school events. These experiences are often considered the pinnacle of high school life, but are they truly worth the time, money, and effort?
WHS Chemistry Club Captivates Tom Maloney Elementary School
Washington High School’s Chemistry Club hosted its first event of the year at Tom Maloney Elementary School on Friday, December 13th. Aiming to foster growth in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, the club hosted a presentation for over 80 fifth-grade students. From eye-catching experiments like the “Traffic Light” to the more interactive slime-making station, students had the opportunity to see the concepts taught in their science classes play out in front of their eyes.
What students are saying about the election?
On November 6, 2024, the Republicans claimed victory once again, as Donald Trump secured a second term as the 47th President of the United States, alongside J.D. Vance as the 50th Vice President. Yet, as with any election, the results have left a significant part of America dissatisfied and uneasy.