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Beatriz Warnes

Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director

Beatriz Warnes is a senior, and has been on the Tom Tom for four years. She writes anything from poems to politics, and has been on Antioch’s speech team for one year before qualifying for the national competition.

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What It Feels Like to not be a social justice warrior

What It Feels Like to not be a social justice warrior

Gloria Lobodzinski // As told to Beatriz Warnes
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
April 20, 2021
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Those who discuss human rights are well aware of the political issues that come along with it. With some many colliding thoughts and opinions that differ for every political party discussion of significant topics might take a back seat. Knowing how to keep serious political issues out of important human rights discussion can help give light to what really needs discussion.

Politics Colliding With Conversations

With 2020 being an election year, politics surrounds many topics. Not all of these topics necessarily begin with politics but end up down that road anyway.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
December 7, 2020
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Illinois has released state guidelines that mandate students to wear masks at school if districts want to continue in-person classes.

Unmasking the Consequences

Some schools have been forced to quarantine only hours after the first bell rang. The easy part is wanting to keep the students and staff safe, but how one accomplishes that is the hard part.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
September 1, 2020
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Dazed & Confused

Dazed & Confused

Some teenagers look forward to weekends for parties, which can sometimes be another word for getting drunk or high. This causes them to leave the sober world behind and travel to the realm of intoxication.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
June 12, 2020
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This Week in News: March 2-6

This Week in News: March 2-6

Read about some of the most important things that happened each week here on Sequoit Media.
Beatriz Warnes and Sarah Benes
March 6, 2020
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10 Things You Need to Know: February 24-28

10 Things You Need to Know: February 24-28

Read about some of the most important things that happened each week here on Sequoit Media.
Beatriz Warnes and Sarah Benes
February 27, 2020
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10 Things You Need to Know: February 17-21

10 Things You Need to Know: February 17-21

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Sarah Benes and Beatriz Warnes
February 19, 2020
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Ten Things You Need to Know: February 3-7

Ten Things You Need to Know: February 3-7

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Beatriz Warnes and Sarah Benes
February 7, 2020
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Ten Things You Need To Know: January 27-31

Ten Things You Need To Know: January 27-31

Read about some of the most important things that happened each week here on Sequoit Media.
Sarah Benes and Beatriz Warnes
January 31, 2020
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The police have been gassing Iranian protesters, causing many to be hospitalized.

Burning Bridges

Sarah Benes and Beatriz Warnes
January 30, 2020
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Ten Things You Need to Know: January 20-26

Ten Things You Need to Know: January 20-26

Read about some of the most important things that happened each week here on Sequoit Media.
Beatriz Warnes and Sarah Benes
January 24, 2020
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Ten Things You Need to Know: January 13-17

Ten Things You Need to Know: January 13-17

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Beatriz Warnes and Sarah Benes
January 17, 2020
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10 Things You Need to Know: January 6-10

10 Things You Need to Know: January 6-10

Read about some of the most important things that happened each week here on Sequoit Media.
Beatriz Warnes and Sarah Benes
January 10, 2020
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Even though it would be nice to spend a day with friends, Meltzer understands that family holidays are important to others. Meltzer is okay spending the holidays relaxing and taking time for herself.

A Holiday Daze

Holiday celebrations vary among many people; when planning the days events, some may consider a family dinner while others will simply decide which side of the bed to lounge on for the entirety of the day.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
November 22, 2019
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Knowing people in college, I've heard a lot about there being a lot of school work. Even though it scares me a little, I can't help but be excited.

I Wish To Be A Young Adult

Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
November 12, 2019
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I Wish To Be Stuck Forever

I Wish To Be Stuck Forever

Certain ages in our lives hold special memories and experiences that we wish to be stuck with forever.
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Junior Mickena Prochnow does her homework on the couch under a blanket to stay warm. Needing to clock in five total hours of screen time, students must use their time at home sparingly and not get distracted.

Snow Days Soon to Go Extinct

Illinois has passed a bill allowing schools to participate in e-learning during days that have to be taken off due to weather.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
October 31, 2019
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Sophomore Jacob Slabosz earned a trip to Germany by taking the National German Exam.

Sophomore Won Free Trip to Germany

Jacob Slabosz won an opportunity thanks to his knowledge of the German language.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
October 2, 2019
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Due to the concentration of the trees in the canopy, the forest burns at an extreme rate.

The Amazon Rainforest Continues to Burn

The largest rainforest in the world carries indigenous people and large populations of wildlife. The consistent fires are putting them and the rest of the Earth in danger.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
September 24, 2019
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The September debate was the third one, making America ever so closer to the primaries.

The 2020 Democratic Debate

The Democratic primaries are in 2020, but many in the running for the presidency share their opinions on how to run the country in hopes of getting the people's votes.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
September 18, 2019
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Giana Webster lives her life hoping never to judge anyone for their differences. This is a big reason for her joining Diversity Club, a place where being unique is praised.

Get To Know: Diversity Club

Students at school get together to minimize the hate in the halls of Antioch Community High School.
Beatriz Warnes and Alexis Barbosa
September 9, 2019
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Coffee lover and enthusiast Olivia Lahti stands by the iconic Latte Cafe and Bakery sign in Antioch, Ill.

Get To Know: The Latte Cafe and Bakery

Anna Rosberg and Shannon Rosberg talk about how it is being the owners of The Latte Cafe and Bakery.
Beatriz Warnes and Alexis Barbosa
September 9, 2019
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Kathryn Konior teaches her sixth hour modern literature class.

Get To Know: Kathryn Konior

Coming from multiple districts that didn’t meet her standards intellectually, Kathryn Konior finds her place in the halls of Antioch Community High School.
Alexis Barbosa and Beatriz Warnes
August 23, 2019
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The AP Seminar students made this flyer to promote Community Night.

Celebrating Capstone

The Advanced Placement Seminar and Research classes at Antioch Community High School are sharing their achievements at Community Night.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
May 21, 2019
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Billups sat next to her unique purses as she awaited her customers.

Antioch’s Annual Spring Vendor

The United Methodist Church hosted a bake sale and craft fair to create funds for the UMCA preschool.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
May 13, 2019
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Nowak wore a brightly colored wig to excite people about her stand.

Eco Fair for Antioch

As the snow fell in late April, there was a fair to showcase how different business try to help.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
April 28, 2019
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Sam Weller is an author who presented the first day of Storyteller Series.

Weller’s Workshop Brings New Life to Student Writing

Ray Bradbury’s biographer came to ACHS to share his knowledge on how to both start and create a story.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
April 3, 2019
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The trustees meeting takes place in the northeast board room on the top floor.

The APLD Board of Trustees Meeting

Every last Tuesday of each month, the Antioch public library district converses about the most important topics surrounding the district.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
April 3, 2019
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What It Feels Like to Take Off Your Hood

What It Feels Like to Take Off Your Hood

By Ash Flackus // As Told to Beatriz Warnes
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
March 22, 2019
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Some famous celebrities, such as Lori Loughlin and Felicity Huffman, took part in bribing colleges to get their children into school.

[Photo] Cheating the System

Isabelle Hunter, Tom Tom Staff
March 14, 2019
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All Roses Have Thorns

All Roses Have Thorns

The words said from others create an invisible word written on others’ face.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
February 22, 2019
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No More Second Glances

Beauty continues to plague the minds of those both young and old; maybe, the definition in itself is nonexistent.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
February 5, 2019
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A cross is the signifying factor for Catholicism.

From Pews to Practicality

Religion is a big part of American culture; however, as times have changed, so have people’s beliefs.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
February 4, 2019
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Many parents consider a great issue of their time was having to walk to school.

What It Feels Like to Be a Littlun

By Beatriz Warnes
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
January 25, 2019
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ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: What It Feels Like to Be a Littlun: Extended Edition

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: What It Feels Like to Be a Littlun: Extended Edition

Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
January 25, 2019
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Many women feel the lines are blurred between being a feminist and supporting women.

Switching Sides

The new form of feminism separates women into two sides.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
January 17, 2019
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The torn paper symbolizes the lack of trust some have with the government.

Weeks Into the Government Shutdown

Starting on December 22, the Senate came to a decision to partially shut down the floor after disagreement on President Donald Trump’s border wall.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
January 15, 2019
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The Good and the Bad of Tik Tok

The Good and the Bad of Tik Tok

This social media app allows its users to create videos of them lip-syncing to popular songs or sound bytes found online.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
January 9, 2019
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How Music Plays a Role in the Mind

How Music Plays a Role in the Mind

Songs aren't just for dancing, there are also science-based reasons as to why people listen to certain songs.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
November 16, 2018
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All military branches have mottos that mean more to them than civilians could understand.

The Beginnings of Defense

The origins of each military branch vary greatly.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
November 9, 2018
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Tom Tom Tries: The Five-Factor Diet

Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
October 31, 2018
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Illinois Candidate For Governor Hopes to Legalize Recreational Marijuana

Illinois Candidate For Governor Hopes to Legalize Recreational Marijuana

J.B. Pritzker is one of the candidates in the running for governor of Illinois. One of the things he wants for this state is to pass a law allowing the use of marijuana.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
October 17, 2018
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Enacting a Tax on Gender

Enacting a Tax on Gender

Women’s products are more expensive than men’s and it’s all thanks to the Pink Tax.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
September 24, 2018
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New Teacher Meghan McDonnell Comes to Antioch

New Teacher Meghan McDonnell Comes to Antioch

Meghan McDonnell is one of the many new teachers at Antioch Community High School.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
September 4, 2018
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Depression Versus Diagnosis

Depression Versus Diagnosis

The newest generation tends to use the word “depression” as slang. However, not all of them actually fall under that term.
Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
February 3, 2018
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