Join the discussion.

Inklings News

Join the discussion.

Inklings News

Join the discussion.

Inklings News

Dan Woogs blog, 06880, celebrated its 10 year anniversary.

Famed Westport blog celebrates 10 years

Jack Dennison '21 March 28, 2019

Ten years ago, Dan Woog saw a decline of newspapers looming. He was writing a column in the Westport News called “Woog’s World,” and with the emergence of the internet as a way to spread information,...

The Rowan Center is a 24 hour hotline available to sexual harassment and assault victims. Additionally, The Rowan Center has programs in place to aid those towards healing their suffering.

Junior health classes learn about sexual assault

Chelsea Fox ’19 March 25, 2019

Ever since the #MeToo and Times Up movements, aimed towards helping victims of sexual harassment and assault come forward with their stories, the global community has become aware of the magnitude of sexual...

Rodriguez eagerly speaks about her poem and reflects on her experience with the contest. She is excited to share her story and be a voice for her fellow Venezuelans.

Miranda Rodriguez discovers her voice through poetry

Tallula Taylor ’21 March 21, 2019

A handout from her freshman English teacher about a writing contest may have been the catalyst Miranda Rodriguez ’21 needed to finally make her voice heard. In the spring of 2018, Rodriguez entered...

Emmy Marcus ’22 poses for a picture on her instagram displaying her detailed artwork that she created on her face.

Emmy Marcus explores art of makeup

Rebecca Kanfer '21, Paper Sports Editor March 15, 2019

An abundance of makeup brushes, eyeshadow pallets and rainbow colored lipsticks overflow her vanity. As a way to express her love for art, Emmy Marcus ’22 uses her face as a canvas. Marcus has always...

Some Westport residents choose to attend private schools, such as Greens Farms Academy, instead of Staples. Both Staples and GFA rank top in the state in many aspects, including academics and college preparation.

See ya, Staples: Why Westport students choose private schools

Claire Redmer ’21 and Lys Goldman '21 February 25, 2019

Hundreds of students shuffle through the hallways, their books and binders safely stored in backpacks slung across their shoulders. Friendly chatter echoes through the stairwells as students climb up and...

Solidcore’s convenient location allows Westport residents to enjoy an intense workout and have a good time.

Solidcore takes pilates to the next level

Carly Kaplowitz '21, Staff Writer February 5, 2019

Reformers, spin bikes, rowers and yoga mats are something that Westport citizens know all too well. But Solidcore takes pride in their small classes and intensified level to differentiate their class from...

Participants of the 2019 Women’s March on New York City hold signs and march to protect their rights and promote equality.

Anti-Semitism accusations plague 2019 Women’s March

Alexandra Sprouls '19, Associate Managing Editor January 28, 2019

While marches oftentimes aim to bring together groups and communities, this year’s Women’s March on Jan. 19 did the opposite after its organizers became associated with anti-Semitic beliefs. Elana...

Sophomore English classes venture to Bridgeport for book talk

Sophomore English classes venture to Bridgeport for book talk

Amanda Kaplowitz ’19, Associate Managing Editor January 3, 2019

Westport students often hear that we are living in a “bubble.” Many kids go through Staples without ever being exposed to the less privileged towns surrounding us. We graduate high school having never...

Load More Stories