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The Student News Site of Thomas S. Wootton High School

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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

Jack Weinstein, news editor

Junior Jack Weinstein is a news editor in his second year on the Common Sense staff. In his free time, he plays basketball and football. You can find him on Instagram @Jacktweinstein

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Junior Zion Allen, under the stage name Laida, performs in front of the WGT crowd alongside his mom.

Performers show off expertise in WGT

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
March 12, 2025
Sophomore Maxwell Scherr watches the newest season of "Invincible." New episodes are releasing every Thursday until Mar. 13. "It's my favorite show", Scherr said.

Prime Video’s ‘Invincible’ revolutionizes superhero entertainment

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
February 19, 2025
Ashton Jeanty leads Boise State onto the field as he caps off his historic season.

Who should win the Heisman award?

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
January 23, 2025
President-elect Donald Trump is selecting his Cabinet before his second term begins in January.

Trump’s cabinet: more concerning every day

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
December 13, 2024
Fan of Halloween movies have an array to choose from during scary season.

Students choose favorite Halloween movies

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
November 19, 2024
Florida resident John Annis captures the devastation of Hurricane Milton outside his home in Tampa Bay.

Double hurricane ravages Florida

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
November 2, 2024
Former President Donald Trump at a CPAC event in 2017.

Second assassination attempt on former president sparks worries

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
October 18, 2024
U.S. women's swimmer Katie Ledecky has won nine gold medals, bringing honor to the DMV.

DMV athletes shine on world stage

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
September 18, 2024
Biology teacher Stanford Herzon prepares for his final classes of the school year.

Herzon retires in good spirits

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
June 10, 2024
Former Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley was one of a few prominent sports figures who have been caught for allegedly violating their league's gambling policies and betting illegally.

Time for athletes to cash out

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
May 7, 2024
Caitlin Clark ends her collegiate career with an historic impact on women's basketball.

Caitlin Clark impact on, off the Court

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
April 22, 2024
Sophomore Yesh Tafa defends an incoming pass during their first JV lacrosse match. "It was good finally getting to play with some new faces and new competition after tryouts," Tafa said. The game ended 2-2.

High school athletic participation continues to rise

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
April 3, 2024
Experts agree that social media has a hold over teenagers and most don't know the danger that it presents.

Congress cracks down on social media safety

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
March 12, 2024
Sophomores Jay Vardhan and Vishnu Varma begin mapping out their study schedules for their AP exams in the hallway. "It’s good to stay prepared so that we do well in May," Vardhan said. AP tests take place in early May.

AP Exams: How to Stay Prepared

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
February 17, 2024
Senior Tati Pacheco practices her signature in cursive during lunch on Dec. 6.

Cursive belongs in classrooms

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
December 6, 2023
Paraeducator and football and wrestling coach Shane Bramble reviews the wrestling roster for the upcoming season.

Shane Bramble: Is there anything he can’t do?

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
November 16, 2023
The abstinence club is led by sophomores Kathleen Nie, Aava Nikakhatar, Jenny Brailvosky and Nicole Khizder.

Abstinence Club promotes healthy choices, supportive conversations on sobriety

Jack Weinstein, staff writer
November 1, 2023
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