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

Common Sense

Lale Olguin, features editor

Sophomore Lale Olguin is a staff writer for Common Sense. In her free time, she enjoys dancing ballet, taking trips to NYC, and going to Georgetown with friends and family. You can find or contact her @[email protected].
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Sophomores Jasmine Wang and Lale Olguin bond at a JV lacrosse team dinner at Chipotle with freshman Nicole Matcharadze who has a sprained ankle.

Watching from the sidelines; The nuisance of athlete injuries

Lale Olguin, staff writer
April 7, 2025
Sophomores Laya Kudaravalli, Charissa Kim, Peace Tiam, Amriel Bates and Isabella Fang finish their TMP for AP Seminar 10.

The grand finale: AP Seminar students finalize TMPs, mark milestone

Lale Olguin, staff writer
March 14, 2025
Junior Bryan Ngouzo puts his head down in the library during advisory.

Balancing zzz’s with A’s: Should sleep or study be prioritized?

Lale Olguin, staff writer
February 23, 2025
Pablo's Garden in Rockville showcases recycled art decor and furniture pieces.

From soil to canvas: Pablo’s Garden owners turn painting, business passion into oasis

Lale Olguin, staff writer
January 23, 2025
Swim and Dive celebrates their first meet by dressing up Hawaiian-themed for a spirit day.

Swim & dive team maintains momentum in current season

Lale Olguin, staff writer
January 22, 2025
Sophomores Lale Olguin (left) and Edlawit Abebe (right) work on Honors Chemistry homework while waiting for drinks at Starbucks.

Best local cafes for studying

Lale Olguin, staff writer
November 17, 2024
Sophomore Hailey Goldberg completes an online assignment, reminiscent of the online work students had to complete during the pandemic.

MCPS does away with code purple virtual learning option

Lale Olguin, staff writer
November 4, 2024
Honors Chemistry teacher Aileen Ruderman displays her recycling bin, positioned in front of the doorway to motivate students to recycle.

MCPS initiates environmental awareness, protection

Lale Olguin, staff writer
November 2, 2024
Junior Mona Olsen and sophomore Portia Spiker sit together during lunch comparing which pair of their black Sambas are more beat up than the other. "Mona's definitely look newer, because I've had mine for almost a year," Spiker said.

Sambas: Who wears them and why

Lale Olguin, staff writer
September 14, 2024
English teacher Zach Lowe finishes up his school day with honors English. The students are currently studying "Romeo and Juliet."

English teacher Zachary Lowe brings kindness to classroom, shares his love of music

Lale Olguin, staff writer
May 26, 2024
Freshman Manasa Iyer scrolls through Five Below's website, looking for LED lights for her room.

Five Below: How the company markets to teens

Lale Olguin, staff writer
May 10, 2024
The Rockville quarry weeks after the fire.

Nearby Rockville quarry catches on fire, sends smoke through Montgomery County

Lale Olguin, staff writer
April 24, 2024
The Glenstone Museum during golden hour.

Museums remain valuable to modern society

Lale Olguin, staff writer
March 21, 2024
Math teacher Michelle Ridge works on late assignments turned in by her honors geometry students.

Late assignments affect students, teachers

Lale Olguin, staff writer
March 14, 2024
Freshman Portia Spiker reads a People article on Ryan Gosling's Oscar nomination. Spiker is one of the people who disagree with Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie's Oscar snubs. "They deserve actual recognition for their work," Spiker said.

Ryan Gosling nominated for Best Supporting Actor, calls out Oscar snubs

Lale Olguin, staff writer
February 22, 2024
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