Masks should be back at Washington
May 20, 2022
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Our education system isn’t enough: We want change now
Our current education system is plagued by requirements and rules, which prevent students from exploring their passions in-depth. It’s time to implement key reforms—removing core requirements, allowing students agency over their course selection, etc.—to give students control over their learning.
What should people judge art based on?
There are multiple ways to experience art. Some choose to look at the art’s deeper meaning, while others choose to judge it only on appearance.
The downfall of Vogue
Vogue, once a way to receive news of the latest fashion trends, has now succumbed to using celebrities to draw readers in, revealing fundamental truths about who we are as a society.
Down but not out
Although no badminton players were able to succeed in their best of three rounds against Mission San Jose, the experience was valuable for the team. Both the players and the coach expressed a desire to improve their skills and repertoire to boost the school’s status in the league.
Bullying is still alive at Washington
Though many believe bullying is no longer an issue at WHS, many students have been harrassed and had food and juice thrown at them.
Teens should extend help beyond borders
Modern American high schoolers care little about events outside of their social spheres. It’s important for them to be aware and take a stand against injustice across the globe.
Washington needs a uniform
Washington High School, as well as most public schools, have a mandatory dress code, although it is rarely enforced. It could be vastly improved with a uniform as school is a place for education, not self-expression.
Prisons: Causing more harm than good
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.