The Student News Publication of Warren Township High School

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The Student News Publication of Warren Township High School

Scratch Paper

The Student News Publication of Warren Township High School

Scratch Paper

Opinion - Youre Canceled!

Opinion – You’re Canceled!

Emma Beard, Staff Writer January 30, 2022

Ever since we were little, our parents have all given us the same lecture, in more or less words. “Your actions have consequences.” Now, when we were five, those “consequences” probably looked...

Should Schools Have Changed To A 5 Day Quarantine?

Should Schools Have Changed To A 5 Day Quarantine?

Yesenia Ruiz, Staff Writer January 30, 2022

The CDC recently announced they were updating their COVID-19 protocols to include a 5-day quarantine. This is shortened from their 10-day quarantine and their previous 14-day quarantine. This action has...

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Teacher Interview – 2nd Semester Bathroom Rules

Taylor Simmons and Brianna Flaschner January 30, 2022

The 1st semester was incredibly challenging for students after virtual learning for nearly 18 months. Masks, social distancing, restricted activities, and just the fear of contracting Covid-19 made school...

Wide angle view of public restroom

Opinion – We Need to Talk About the Bathrooms

Jasmine Porter, Staff Writer January 30, 2022

It should come as no surprise that staff and students alike were dismayed when the latest set of bathroom restrictions, arguably more demanding than the last, were unveiled at the start of the second semester....

A Look Back at the First Semester Back Fully In-Person

A Look Back at the First Semester Back Fully In-Person

Erich Packer, Staff Writer January 30, 2022

Halfway through March 2020, most schools across America were shut down due to COVID-19 and switched to a remote way of learning. Everyone went to school at home, using their computers. In 2021, WTHS along...

COVID-19 Strikes Again: Is In-Person or Online Learning the Better Solution?

Shannon Pharr, Staff Writer January 10, 2022

Turning on your television, you may have noticed how many schools in the city of Chicago have accepted remote learning as a result of recent outbreaks of coronavirus, as well as the increased risk of the...

Opinion: The Bell Doesnt Dismiss You, I Do

Opinion: “The Bell Doesn’t Dismiss You, I Do”

Madi Tyler, Staff Writer November 23, 2021

Have you ever realized there’s a minute left to class, so you start to pack your bag ready to go to the next class, but then your teacher tells you to stop packing up because there is “so” much you...

Some of Warrens MSA Members

Someone You Should Know: Ayesha Mohamed

Fatima - Zahra Bendaou, Contributor to Scratch Paper November 22, 2021

There’s no denying that the Muslim Student Association (MSA) at Warren is an inspiring community of young people. However, one of them that particularly strikes me as an interesting young lady is Ayesha...

Mental Health Support: Why its Necessary

Mental Health Support: Why it’s Necessary

Ash Roach, Contributor to Scratch Paper November 22, 2021

Over the years, different aspects have influenced the mental health of not only students, but teachers as well in the American school system. Seven hour days, five days a week, with seemingly endless assignments...

Someone You Should Know: Mrs. Kubik

Someone You Should Know: Mrs. Kubik

Diana Paz, Contributor to Scratch Paper November 22, 2021

Even though students may not always realize it, teachers care very deeply for their students and their well beings. They try their best to support their students, whether its through extensions, providing...

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