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

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The Push for Project-based Finals

Jasmine Porter, Co-Editor December 12, 2022

The holiday season is upon us. Dangling lights, sub-zero temperatures, “All I Want for Christmas”, and finals. WTHS mutters a collective sigh as they contemplate the cumulative exams marking an...

A Pachanga To Remember

A “Pachanga” To Remember

Yesenia Ruiz, Staff Writer December 12, 2022

On the evening of November 18th, the Almond cafeteria filled with palpable excitement. Warren’s very own Latino leadership organization, Avanza, was hosting their first big event of the year, the Pachanga....

Zion Ari: A Young, Talented Emerging Star

Zion Ari: A Young, Talented Emerging Star

Delaney Juenger, Staff Member December 12, 2022

In today’s age, it seems as though new artists are emerging wherever you look. As people turn to music at higher rates than ever before, more and more young singers are inspired to share their own voices....

Are Required Reading Assignments Really Beneficial?

Are Required Reading Assignments Really Beneficial?

Katie Wiklund, Staff Writer December 11, 2022

A common theme throughout high school English classes is that they all typically require reading one or more novels throughout the course of the school year. Students rarely enjoy these required assignments...

Kelsey Elman - dont look back

Kelsey Elman – “don’t look back”

Kahlia Williams, Staff Writer December 11, 2022

Kelsey Elman’s “don’t look back” was taken during a trip to Hawaii. While watching the sunset from atop a volcano, Kelsey thought that was a good enough reason to take a photo; in fact, it was...

Alyssa Fitzgerald - Fluffy Fox

Alyssa Fitzgerald – “Fluffy Fox”

Kahlia Williams, Staff Writer December 11, 2022

“Fluffy Fox” delicately captures Alyssa Fitzgerald's favorite red fox in his den at an animal sanctuary. Wanting to keep a memory of him, Alyssa used a camera, strategic lighting techniques, and precise...

Jodi Angelie Mendoza - Bubble

Jodi Angelie Mendoza – “Bubble”

Kahlia Williams, Staff Writer December 5, 2022

Jodi Angelie Mendoza’s “Bubble” captures a figure, created entirely out of bubbles, entering a ravaged city in search of her sibling. Inspired by other forms of visual art, Jodi used watercolor pencil...

High School teacher by day,  College Professor by night

High School teacher by day, College Professor by night

Taiz Jimenez, Contributor to Scratch Paper November 10, 2022

Tory Burch flip flops, roller coaster enthusiast, hiking lover, spray tans every four days, coordinated outfits, and bright red hair tied up in a bun. Someone who has a story for everything and...

Nisa Cress - Musical Miracle

Nisa Cress – Musical Miracle

Julia Waelder, Contributor to Scratch Paper November 7, 2022

Walking into the Almond gymnasium, Symphonic Band I sits in a semicircle in front of the bleachers, where a sizable crowd has gathered to watch them perform. It’s the Live Arts festival, where...

Social Media...The New Career?

Social Media…The New Career?

Lily Barrera, Contributor to Scratch Paper November 7, 2022

Who would’ve thought that within the last two decades social media would become such a useful aspect in the world we live in today? It has become a way for everyone around the world to influence...

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