Good Words and Bad Words, Good Reactions and Bad Reactions
Charlie Greenwald, Staff Writer
May 11, 2012
Staples students swear in school. It’s inevitable—but whether or not they get caught in the classroom is a different topic. Most teachers follow the rule of not swearing—being mature adults and role models, they usually refrain from any sort of cursing. Students, however, use curse words much more... Read more »
Prom in Westport: Way Back When
Callie Ahlgrim, Social Media Specialist
May 4, 2012
Picture this: you enter the Staples gym and a huge green parachute coats the ceiling. Loads of green balloons, streamers, and ribbons are attempting to mimic theEmeraldCityfrom “The Wizard of Oz.” All of your friends are dancing in dresses that stretch to the floor. You walk through the hallway to... Read more »
Demystifying the Senior Superlative Process
Molly Barreca, Opinions Editor
April 13, 2012
The ballot box overflows with tickets. The fate of each candidate rests in these small slips of paper. No, these are not the results of one of the many Republican primaries taking place throughout the country. These are the Senior Superlative elections. Before the votes are tallied, before the photos... Read more »
Parents Create Embarrassment On College Tours
Claire O'Halloran, Web Features Editor
April 13, 2012
Eyes forward, back straight, head held up high. You stroll down the pathway of the campus, fitting in perfectly with the many college students passing by. As you give a casual nod to the “chill” senior who walks by, you look to your right and see that your dad, standing way too close for comfort,... Read more »
What is means to be a Student of the Month
Charlie Greenwald, Web A&E Editor
April 13, 2012
The trophy cases glimmer in the hallways, brightly showcasing the athletic and academic accomplishments of Staples students. In every hallway of this school, there is a plaque or an award, honoring pupils for their exceptional achievements. Some of these awards are tucked away in the hallways, offices... Read more »
What it Takes For a Student-Run Club to Survive
Sara Luttinger, Staff Writer
April 13, 2012
Over 80 clubs are available to students at the start of each school year. During the week-long club rush in October, tables are swarmed with lines of students eager to join and partake in the free candy. Whether it is for the candy or the club itself, students often start off the year excited for club... Read more »
The Process Behind a Long Distance Relationship
Hannah Foley, Opinions Editor
April 13, 2012
It’s 4 p.m. on Valentine’s Day when Abby Zimmerman ’13 and her boyfriend Kayne sit down to watch a movie and eat dinner together. Zimmerman and Kayne are similar to thousands of other young couples except for the fact that they are separated by a three-hour time difference and must communicate... Read more »
Staples Students Are Divided Over Reasoning Exams
Deanna Schreiber and Aaron Hendel, A&E Editor and Staff Writer
April 13, 2012
The ACTs are on the rise. There’s no debate as to whether or not the SATs are still popular, but the question is, what advantages does the ACT have to offer. Historically, the SATs have been the more common option, especially on the East andWestCoasts, due to their creation 86 years ago by College... Read more »
Staples Student Uses a Unique Transportation on her Way to School
Leah Bitsky, Feature's Editor
April 13, 2012
While most licensed students crawl tiredly through school-morning traffic onNorth Avein their jeeps, Audis, and Honda Civics, with loud dub step or light NPR news coming from their speakers, one student rolls into the Staples parking lot with a whole different kind of swag. Caroline Valerio ’12 prefers... Read more »
The Hidden Costs of College
Haley Randich, Staff Writer
April 13, 2012
It’s common for money to play an important role in the college decision-making process. After all, last year the total fee including tuition and room and board for a four-year attendance at a state school swelled 6.1% due to the current recession, according to Daily Finance. But these prices are not... Read more »
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