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The Student News Site of Thomas S. Wootton High School

Common Sense
The Student News Site of Thomas S. Wootton High School

Common Sense

Chloe Wharton, staff writer

Sophomore Chloe Wharton is a staff writer in her first year on the Common Sense staff. In her freetime, she figure skates and likes to spend time with friends and family.

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Juniors David See and Charles Freedman talk about their expectations for senior year.

Juniors feeling stress, excitement

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
May 30, 2024
Sophomore Gabriella Gbebry studies for her chemistry test on equilibrium on May 3.

How long should homework take you every night?

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
May 15, 2024
School uniforms can provide a sense of discipline and also prepare students for a professional environment in the future.

Should uniforms be required at all schools?

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
April 22, 2024
Sophomores Fanta Tarawallie and Abby Goozh hug in the science hallway during lunch. Physical touch like hugs generates positive mental health outcomes. "Getting to spend time with friends really helps my mental health and makes me happy," Goozh said.

Should we talk about mental health more?

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
April 4, 2024
AP Psychology, sociology and leadership teacher Amy Buckingham turns on the LED lights in her classroom at the beginning of her seventh period sociology class on Feb. 27. "For me, the value comes in not only expressing my own interests, but opening doors to connect with my students and creating a space in which they all feel comfortable, which opens a door in a more thoughtful student discourse," Buckingham said.

Classroom atmosphere affects learning

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
March 8, 2024
English teacher Amani Elkassabany ensures that she gives students who have a 504 plan appropriate accommodations.

Teachers accommodate students with ADHD, adhere to extended time protocol

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
February 21, 2024
Science teacher Dr. Rebecca Firoved prepares for her second period honors chemistry class.

Rebecca Firoved shares knowledge of science, love for teaching with students

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
December 4, 2023
The Women in Leadership club advertises a bake sale at Dawson's Market on Oct. 28.

Women in Leadership Club educates, encourages persistence

Chloe Wharton, staff writer
October 27, 2023
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