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Common Sense

Arjun Ram, staff writer

Senior Arjun Ram is a staff writer in his first year on the Common Sense Staff. In his free time, he enjoys playing baseball and the guitar. You can find him on Instagram @arjun_.ram
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Graduates Stacy Sun, Michelle Hsiung, Ashley Woo, Anika Srinivasan and Ella White enjoy ice cream during their senior beach week at Bethany Beach last summer. "Staying in Bethany with all my friends was an amazing experience," Srinivasan said.

Waving goodbye to high school: Graduating seniors look forward to beach week

Arjun Ram, staff writer
May 23, 2024
The 1973 baseball team takes their team picture. The team included Buddy McCracken and his friends, Duane Westrick, Ted Duggan, and Mike Shaheen who were all juniors.

Gone but not forgotten: Buddy McCracken’s legacy lives on 50 years after his murder

Arjun Ram, staff writer
April 22, 2024
Senior catcher Malia Schmelzer catches a ball during warmups. Schmelzer has enjoyed playing softball for the last three years and looks forward to a successful season ahead. "This season should be a lot of fun and I encourage people to come watch," Schmelzer said.

Softball looks to start season off strong

Arjun Ram, staff writer
March 8, 2024
Senior defender Ilhom Abdulaev skates on the ice during the Patriots’ game against WJ. Abdulaev, along with junior Sam Hosier, led the team in scoring during the season, with a combined 84 points. “Wootton hockey will always be with me throughout the rest of my life,” Abdulaev said.

Ice hockey team falls to B-CC in second round playoff exit

Arjun Ram, staff writer
February 20, 2024
Senior captain Danielle Ram looks for a pass in a game this past fall.

Senior Danielle Ram reflects on high school sports career

Arjun Ram, staff writer
December 19, 2023
Singer Mariah Carey performs at a Christmas concert in New York. Her song "All I Want For Christmas is You" has become a holiday classic, reaching over 1.5 billion streams on Spotify.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year

Arjun Ram, staff writer
December 15, 2023
A capella celebrates after the group's 15th anniversary concert, at Baskin Robbins on Oct. 21.

A cappella teacher Keith Schwartz focuses on helping students flourish

Arjun Ram, staff writer
November 21, 2023
Senior Emily Liu (right) at the annual March For Our Lives in D.C.. Students continue to be involved in politics, despite increasing polarization around the country.

Students express frustration toward government, political polarization

Arjun Ram, staff writer
November 15, 2023
Senior grill masters Lizzie Misovec, Holden O'Brien, Lindsey McNey and Zo Singh at the first football game on Sept. 1.

BBQ club grilling its way into history

Arjun Ram, staff writer
October 24, 2023
Senior Sofia Gabrielle prepares to tie dye her class shirt by wrapping it with rubber bands on Friday, Sept. 22.

School-wide tie-dye event promotes unity

Arjun Ram, staff writer
October 2, 2023
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