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Staff Editorial: TPing goes too far

Emileena Neconish, Reporter
October 28, 2025
Camila Villalobos
The Red ‘n’ Green believe that more students should take boundaries into consideration when it comes to TPing season.

 The Red ‘n’ Green staff believe there is a line that should be drawn between harmless fun and purposeful destruction. With a tradition as old as TPing, it is hard to voice an opposing opinion on the usually light-hearted pranks, but we believe boundaries should be enforced. Students cross this boundary line when they TP more than once during Homecoming, or stab the ground of other people’s yards with forks, or fill their friends’ cars with hot dogs. 

Everyone’s sense of humor is different, but the pranks get to a point where the fun is gone. Especially when the school is TP’d, it’s just another mess for our custodians to pick up. We should take pride in our school and appreciate those who work hard to keep it clean and welcoming. The Red ‘n’ Green staff knows that change can be made if people have a little more respect for our school grounds, its keepers, and for those who find this teenage custom more frustrating than fun. 

To further enforce these boundaries, those who wish to go out TPing should only TP houses that they know won’t mind the mess or become upset once they see it in the morning. 

For example, science teacher Nick Kvam’s kids like cleaning up the toilet paper, and students have even left the kids treats. This establishes a mutual respect for property and keeps the tradition enjoyable. 

When the school is TPed, more students could volunteer to help pick up instead of the remnants being left for days and weeks. This would push for stronger leadership among students and create a more positive attitude towards this ongoing tradition of TPing. This could also apply to houses and other buildings that get TPed.  

With a custom that won’t lose popularity anytime soon, it is important to prioritize the feelings of the community and the school. Whether students participate or not, they can do their part in enforcing more respectful ways of pranking.  

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Emileena Neconish
Emileena Neconish, Reporter
Emileena Neconish is a Berlin High School sophomore. She is a Red ‘n’ Green reporter. She is a varsity cheerleader and wrestler, and is also a member of the Assistant Principal Committee. Neconish hopes to engage with her readers and share bigger and better stories.
Camila Villalobos
Camila Villalobos, Social Media Manager
Camila Villalobos is a Berlin High School junior. She is The Red ‘n’ Green Social Media Manager. She is a member of Student Council along with Key Club, and enjoys being active in her school. Villalobos hopes to boost The Red ‘n’ Green’s engagement rate.