The Last Laugh: The Decline of Sitcoms in Modern Entertainment


March 25, 2024 by Isabella Shimizu

In the wide variety of shows that modern entertainment provides, sitcoms like “Friends,” “Modern Family,” and “The Office” are becoming forgotten, with laughter fading into the echoes of memory. Due to the recent rise of digital media, sitcoms are struggling to maintain relevance in today’s society. With the use of streaming platforms rising and attention spans shrinking, the decline of sitcoms marks the end of an era. 

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The future of Washington


March 25, 2024 by Hanya Hussain

As spring rolls around the corner, we are moving into election season. Presidential primary elections, yes, but more importantly, Washington High School voted for next school year’s class presidents, vice presidents, and treasurers, as well as ASB President, vice president, treasurer, and secretary.

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Why Play Sports? A Personal Reflection


December 14, 2023 by Sonya Garcia

Sports are big on campus here at Washington. There are so many options to choose from when trying out for a sport. But why do people really join sports? Is it because they have a true love for the sport? Or because they want scholarships? Or is it peer pressure from family or friends? Or maybe because they simply want something to do.

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Husky Cheer Team’s Start of a New Era


December 13, 2023 by Hanya Hussain

2023 marks the first year that the Cheerleading team of Washington High School competes in competition under the current coach. The competition team consists of all of Varsity and three JV members. The first competition that marked the start of comp season was the USA Northern California Regional on November 4, 2023 and it took place at Oak Ridge High School in El Dorado Hills. The competition team has been working on their routine since the beginning of practice, which started in the beginning of summer 2023.

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