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World Language Week celebrates these major languages that many Staples students are proficient in, along with all of the other languages taught at Staples. (Graphic by Corbin Chaney ’25)

World Language Week spotlights importance of lingual, cultural diversity

Corbin Chaney ’25, Staff Writer March 13, 2024

World Language Week at Staples High School, beginning on March 7, celebrates its multiple language courses: Mandarin, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Latin. Each one of these languages has an important...

Throughout the month of March, all grades except seniors will participate in a form of the SAT.

Underclassmen reveal opinions on PSAT

Danisha Nasution ’25, Staff Writer March 13, 2024

Tutors are fully booked, College Board books are flying off the shelves and SAT practice tests are buzzing with activity. SAT season has arrived, causing the class of ’25 to go frantic over studying....

This publicity poster is hung up around Westport to raise support for choreographer David Fernandez’s work in Kenya.

Local dance teacher enhances dance program in Kenya

Alexis Jacobs, Staff Writer March 11, 2024

Choreographer David Fernandez first came to the United States when he was given a scholarship to dance in Chicago. He had no idea he would one day choreograph for the New York City Ballet, Ask La Cour,...

Come May.20, students will shift from studying for tests in school to completing tasks for their internship

Seniors look ahead towards internships

Tristan Gonzalez ’24, Web Sports Editor March 5, 2024

As second semester seniors veer closer towards college and lug their way through the rest of the school year, for many, all they can think about is their life after graduation. However, what also lies...

Long Lots Elementary School was originally built in the 1950s as a middle school

Planning and Zoning Committee approve Long Lots construction proposal

February 28, 2024

Throughout the years, Long Lots has educated thousands of kids, leaving behind lifelong memories. Many high schoolers fondly remember playing soccer games in the lower fields, swinging on the swings in...

Up Next works out plans regarding their future. (Contributed by Madeline Tucker ’25)

Fairfield’s Up Next Teens celebrates 3 years, with more to come

Elsa D’Elia ’25, Staff Writer February 15, 2024

Up Next Teens, an organization dedicated to promoting activism and entrepreneurialism within its community, has just hit its three year anniversary. Entirely student run, it's an example of what a student...

Glen Ryan, winner of the Crossword Puzzle Contest, accepts his award while being congratulated by the runner-ups.

Renowned host Will Shortz returns to Crossword Puzzle Contest

Danisha Nasution, Staff Writer February 13, 2024

With heads bent low in concentration, the library is a scene of quiet intensity. Whether absorbed in completing a puzzle or observing from above, avid puzzle players who are prepared to win first place...

Store owner of Cove Collective, Carey Price, places a soft pink plush coat on the rack  amongst the boutique’s wide range of unique pieces.

Carey Price enlivens wardrobes with Cove Collective

Anna Kercher ’25 and Sophia Reeves ’25 January 8, 2024

Nestled in the row of lively restaurants, across from the bustling train station, is a cozy getaway of shiny leather pants and plush coats. With warm lighting, soft colors and an eagerly helpful, smiling...

Jackson Cregan 24 stands to become  the third Eagle Scout in 108 years to be awarded the Conservation Award after he completed two arduous environmental projects at Sherwood Island last fall. (Photo contributed by Jackson Cregan 24.)

Preserving Sherwood: Cregan’s journey to the highest Eagle Scout Award

Nina Bowens ’25, On the Wreckord Producer January 8, 2024

Years of research, planning, and planting led to this moment. This particular senior Eagle Scout had finalized not one, but two environmental conservation projects to protect the beaches and parks at Sherwood...

Juniors and Micinilio pose for a photo while exploring Le Havre and surrounding areas in France during their trip.

Three juniors travel to France for international summit

Rylie Cordella ’25, Assistant Business Manager January 3, 2024

Mia Bomback ’25, Ryder Levine ’25 and Sam Rossoni ’25, along with Assistant Principal Patrick Micinilio, attended The Normandy International Youth Leadership Summit in Le Havre, France from Nov....

Staples substitute Bill Armstrong greets Stew Leonards’ shoppers as Santa from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays this holiday season.

Santa meet and greets spark magic around Westport

Sophie Smith ’26, Paper Sports Editor December 20, 2023

The excitement begins as houses hang up holiday lights, snowfall flurries are spotted between class periods and winter break is marked on the calendar.  The holidays are approaching faster than ever,...

Aux Delices, located at 1035 Post Road East, is ready for the holidays with Christmas decorations, Christmas themed foods and a holiday menu.

Snowy season brings up new debate: where is the best hot chocolate in town?

Andi Jacobs ’26, Web features editor December 19, 2023

I hate winter. It doesn’t matter that there are holidays during this time of year. The inescapable coldness that seeps into your bones, the dead-looking trees, the lack of sun—not my thing. However,...

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