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The Panorama Climate Survey displays that many students are disappointed with the Staples school climate and have lost a connection to many aspects of school.
Survey shows students dissatisfied with school climate
The Counties Assemblies nonprofit organization is encouraging upperclassmen at Fairfield County schools to purchase tickets for their annual charity dances, in anticipation of the Nov. 20 registration deadline. I
Fairfield County ushers back Counties Assemblies winter dances
Jayme Stevenson gives her opening statement.
Congressional candidates ventilate important issues in Staples library
The 2022 Midterms were one of the most consequential in history. Democrats did far better than expected, with the best results for an incumbent President’s party since 2002.
Midterms 2022: Republican ripple nationwide, Democratic sweep in CT
People wear honor beads at the event to display their connection to the cause. Each color means something different. Loss of a child (white), loss of spouse or partner (red), loss of a parent (gold), loss of a sibling (orange), loss of relative or a friend (purple), personal struggles or attempt (green), Supporting someone who has struggles or has attempted (teal), supporting suicide prevention, honoring the LGBTQ+ community (rainbow).
6th annual Out of the Darkness fundraiser gathers communities, spreads awareness of suicide, depression, mental illnesses
A hypnotist and a petting zoo were available to students as a type of break from school for wellness last year.
Wellness enrichment day needed in times of stress
Ruby Kantor ’24 wears a necklace with her name in Hebrew, embracing her Jewish heritage.
Antisemitism fluctuates due to a lack of education about Jewish culture
The Post on Post Road East stocks up for Christmas and displays Christmas trees and other holiday decorations.
Thanksgiving ends, Christmas celebrations start… for some?
Red and White Charity Ball approaches in the new year. Attendance can be very costly as girls, along with buying expensive tickets, they must also purchase a formal outfit.
Red and Whites dance proves unnecessary
Excessively expensive tickets for sporting events makes it increasingly difficult for fans to support their team
Expensive ticket prices creates difficulty in attending events, unfairly hurting supporters
Within the last few months, swatting cases have increased countrywide, heightening concern among school communities.
Connecticut swatting incident highlights growing national problem
Students learn teamwork skills and bond with each other by working together on the rope course.
Ropes course ties bonds among Staples community
Members of the skate club meet with a representative of The Skatepark Project via zoom to discuss skating.
Skaters, non-skaters roll into skate club.
Gavin Rothenberg ’23 (left) and Charlie Honig ’23 (right) produce “The Clean Up Crew” in Staples’ radio production room. Their first episode was released in late October.
Radio students produce new show ‘The Clean Up Crew’
Outside of the cafeteria, there are posters with details about the event as well as a group of students from either the Westport Youth Commission or TAG selling tickets.
Dodgeball, teens, police officers builds bonds between WPD, youth
This image is of Destiny Henderson, the album cover for “Her Loss”
Drake and 21 Savage album “Her Loss” sweeps Staples, despite 21 Savage absence
The cast of “Guys and Dolls” bow on the Nov. 12 evening performance. The show runs for about 3 hours including a 15 minute intermission.
‘Guys and Dolls’ amazes with classic Broadway
“The Miseducation of Cameron Post” by Emily M. Danforth is a fictional portrayal of the journey of a gay girl as she endures the trials of conversion therapy.
Queer Books: Representation in literature provides sense of identity to readers
Ava Chun ’25 poses outside of Westport’s Academy of Dance after a weekend rehearsal for “The Nutcracker.” She, along with many other students, practices as the performance date approaches.
Westport Academy of Dance’s ‘The Nutcracker’ excites many as date nears
Netflix’s “The Monster: Dahmer” successfully entertains, but falls short in terms of morality and its focus upon the victims’ stories.
‘The Jeffrey Dahmer Story’ shamefully dramatizes trauma for entertainment
Each Connections class made a world cup bracket, hoping to win a World Cup themed party.
Student body gears up for World Cup
Annam Olasewere ’25 participated in the USA Swimming National Select Camp in order to improve her mindset both in and out of the pool.
Annam Olasewere makes a splash at USA Swimming National Select Camp
Excessively expensive tickets for sporting events makes it increasingly difficult for fans to support their team
Expensive ticket prices creates difficulty in attending events, unfairly hurting supporters
Simonte shares her love of field hockey with other individuals who have neuro-developmental challenges. She volunteers at a local facility and has created a floor hockey program for members to engage in.
Simonte shares love for field hockey, Hearts 4 Hockey
The Wreckers face off against West Hill before a hike. The defensive line was strong, with Staples stopping West Hill from scoring a single point.
Wreckers demolish Vikings in 49-0 “washout” game
The library swarms with students during free time, causing the library to reach loud noises that are disturbing to students.
Library noise generates student feedback
Staples High School provides students with two sick days that don’t count against their attendance, but most students don’t know that this option exists.
Mental Health days prove unknown, yet helpful to students
Winter sports captains prepare for their final season with their team.
Winter sports captains embark on new season with high hopes
Students and faculty members share what they are thankful for this holiday season. Nia Glin ’23 and Maddy Tansley ’23 are grateful for their friendship.
Staples community expresses gratitude before Thanksgiving
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lucie Nivaud ’24 pledged to donate 25 cents to Pinkaid for every assist. Nivaud raised around $85 from her own contributions and more from donations.
Nivaud bumps, sets, spikes Pinkaid goal through volleyball fundraiser
An armed Westport police officer walks towards Staples to evaluate the swatting threat.
Staples High School receives fake shooter threat causing lockdown
In a report created by Colliers Project Leader for the Westport Finance and Facilities Subcommittee earlier this year, it was recommended that $600,000 of a $8.16 million improvement plan should be used on electrical improvements and repairs.
Long Lots Elementary School fire causes evacuation for students
Bedford teacher Arthur Ellis (pictured above) turned himself in on April 27 due to sexual assault allegations. Ellis was officially charged with sexual assault in the fourth degree and risk of injury to a minor. Ellis has posted bail and is awaiting trial on May 6.
Bedford teacher turns himself into police after sexual assault accusations
Governor Ned Lamont plans to implement the most ambitious reopening plan in the tristate area since the pandemic started last year. Throughout March and April, all capacity limits for most businesses and personal retail stores are being lifted.
Connecticut’s transition to 100% capacity, eased restriction concerns among students
Increased flooding downtown threatens shops through costs and water damage
Increased flooding downtown threatens shops through costs and water damage
The library swarms with students during free time, causing the library to reach loud noises that are disturbing to students.
Library noise generates student feedback
Staples High School provides students with two sick days that don’t count against their attendance, but most students don’t know that this option exists.
Mental Health days prove unknown, yet helpful to students
Winter sports captains prepare for their final season with their team.
Winter sports captains embark on new season with high hopes
Students and faculty members share what they are thankful for this holiday season. Nia Glin ’23 and Maddy Tansley ’23 are grateful for their friendship.
Staples community expresses gratitude before Thanksgiving
On crosshare.org, an online crossword website, Tavan Bhatia ’23 and Jeffrey Pogue ’23’s October crossword for Inklings received recognition as a “featured puzzle.” One of crossshare.org’s crossword reviewers, Ariel Haymarket, described their puzzle as the “perfect puzzle to celebrate the spooky season.”
Bhatia and Pogue converse about monthly crosswords
Winter sports captains prepare for their final season with their team.
Winter sports captains embark on new season with high hopes
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lucie Nivaud ’24 pledged to donate 25 cents to Pinkaid for every assist. Nivaud raised around $85 from her own contributions and more from donations.
Nivaud bumps, sets, spikes Pinkaid goal through volleyball fundraiser
Boys’ cross country participated in the FCIACs meet and placed second on Oct. 19.
Boys’ cross country reflects on FCIAC performance
In this podcast, we take a look at Colorado Avalanche and New York Rangers playoff predictions.
New York Rangers embark on NHL playoffs
The Staples girls’ lacrosse team played under the lights on the football field for the first time in a regular season game.
Girls’ lacrosse finally plays under the lights
Taylor Swift’s 10th studio album, “Midnights,” came out Oct. 21. Her fans, often called “Swifties,” are constantly active on social media, posting their theories and thoughts about new music.
Staples Swifties talk Swift’s impact, ‘Midnights’
Westport Nutrition held its grand opening on May 21. Its focus is healthy, fueling drinks for the community, targeting athletes.
Westport Nutrition fuels community with healthy options
Most students have plans to travel this summer, whether it is visiting the beach or a foreign country.
Students share plans for upcoming summer break
Valerie Dreyfuss and Lily Caplan discover what students are listening to.
What’s Staples listening to?
Elle Vail ’23 satirically provides her insight upon this year’s junior prom dresses on the Paris Hilton’s “hot or not” spectrum.
Junior Prom Dresses: Hot or Not Satire
Photo by Shira Zeiberg “Operation Varsity Blues” is a documentary investigating the mastermind behind the scheme to get kids of rich families into top colleges.
Netflix film ‘Operation Varsity Blues’ sheds light on college admissions scandal
Staples students are cautious to travel due to the looming threat of COVID-19.
Students traveling for vacation raises COVID concerns
Each year, students must receive recommendations from teachers to enroll in specific level classes. Though these recommendations are helpful, they also can restrain students from taking classes they know they can handle.
Teacher recommendations do more harm than good
After making our way through the towns best diners and delis, we found that the classic Sherwood Diner breakfast sandwich was our favorite.
Students search for Westport’s best egg sandwich
First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
On the Wreckord - Episode Four
On the Wreckord – Episode Four
On the Wreckord - Episode Three
On the Wreckord – Episode Three
On the Wreckord - Episode Two
On the Wreckord – Episode Two
On The Wreckord - Episode One
On The Wreckord – Episode One
Annam Olasewere ’25 participated in the USA Swimming National Select Camp in order to improve her mindset both in and out of the pool.
Annam Olasewere makes a splash at USA Swimming National Select Camp
On Oct. 3, a Board of Education meeting was held regarding the status of several books containing LGBTQIA+ and sexual content. These books were debated on by several members of the Westport community.
Staples library display incites community response at BOE meeting
Despite the high levels of economic discrepancy between neighboring towns, no action has been taken to bridge the gap in access to sports resources.
Report highlights impact of wealth inequality on state championships in Connecticut
Investigative journalism is an indispensable component of functioning democracy and the strongest way to hold authorities, institutions and one another accountable for our actions. At Staples and in Westport, Inklings reporters are not afraid to use their training to inquire, conduct research, fact-find and write articles to increase transparency on local issues. They should be recognized and applauded for their work, not overlooked or belittled.
Gatekeepers of justice, accountability: Investigative journalists deserve recognition, respect
Working out at the gym has developed an unwarranted masculine connotation.
Sexism at gym perpetuates modern-day misogyny
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Anna Diorio ’23

Anna Diorio ’23, Broadcast Director

Broadcast Director Anna Diorio ’23 entered Staples deeply hoping to become a part of something in the school community. Inklings proved to be a place where she felt she belonged, and it has since provided an outlet for self-expression.

“My favorite part about being in Inklings is probably its versatility,” Diorio said. “Inklings isn’t just about writing articles, there are many more aspects to it that make it so enjoyable.”

Outside of the paper, Diorio enjoys all things music.

“Whether I’m singing the music myself or listening to it,” Diorio said, “music holds a special place inside of me.”

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Multilingualism has been proven to have many uses, yet in America, foreign language education is severely lacking, in comparison to the rest of the world.

Foreign language education lacks in America, Westport community

October 17, 2022
Two Staples students received All-National Honors, making them the top performing high school musicians in the country. The musicians will travel to National Harbor, Maryland to participate in a prestigious ensemble where they will showcase their talents in the annual ANHE program showcase taking place at the beginning of November this year.

Staples musicians receive ‘All-National Honors,’ deemed top high school musician in country

September 30, 2022
The socialization of heteronormativity at home has a significant impact on children, becoming more apparent in their teenage years.

The damaging effects of: ‘I’m just teasing.’

May 24, 2022
With the advent of spring, it’s time to appreciate this season in a new light.

The return of spring: celebrating a season in a different light

May 13, 2022
The overcrowding of multiple assessments immediately following April break has dropped an unfair overload of work on students in a short span of time and has caused an unhealthy amount of stress for students.

A stressful time: finals, AP exams, honors societies and a cherry on top

May 3, 2022
The premiere of “Descendants: the Musical” took place on Friday, April 1. This show, an adaptation of the Disney movie series by the same name, is a mix of all three “Descendants movies and received several standing ovations from the audience throughout the performance. The show is set for more performances on April 3, 8 and 9 with a double cast.

A wicked opening night: ‘Descendants’ cast and crew celebrate triumph, raw reactions

April 5, 2022

The power of a good book: a discussion with Staples’ librarians

March 31, 2022

Westport Library book sale fosters academia, community

November 10, 2021
A panel of students from Civic Leadership High School along with Connecticut Board of Education Student Member Natalie Bandura discuss preliminary ideas for budgeting proposals at the Nov. 10 event.

New state initiative expands youth civic engagement in education budgeting

November 10, 2021
Westport Library book sale fosters academia, community

Westport Library book sale fosters academia, community

October 17, 2021
Westport Library’s fall book sale offers warming experience like no other

Westport Library’s fall book sale offers warming experience like no other

October 12, 2021
The County Assembly Charity Ball, also known as “Counties”, is being held in early 2022, yet many students have already started asking out dates now.

A race to the Counties dance floor: the rush to ask supersedes the dance itself

September 24, 2021
The physical standards many people strive to achieve are all products of our fallible definition of “hot” and what is deemed attractive. Self-confidence has become increasingly difficult to achieve with the pressure of impossible body image ideals.

It’s time to redefine the meaning of ‘hot’

June 7, 2021
Some students have chosen to learn from home, but still attend their extracurriculars in person.

Athletes learn remotely, attend in-person for sports

May 26, 2021
Chickens make for unique, quirky pets: perfect for all homes

Chickens make for unique, quirky pets: perfect for all homes

May 26, 2021
Simply beautiful: learn to create easy minimalist wall decor

Simply beautiful: learn to create easy minimalist wall decor

May 26, 2021
Ellery Bodell ’22 writes and produces their own music, as well as performs in front of live audiences, even amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.

Ellery Bodell continues passion for songwriting professionally

May 25, 2021
Current Second Selectwoman Jen Tooker announced that she has launched her campaign for First Selectwoman at 11 a.m. on April 9. Westport residents and local press gathered to watch Tooker in front of Town Hall.

Jen Tooker announces campaign for First Selectwoman

April 10, 2021
Sure, you could get a dog for your new pet. But can a dog lay delicious fresh eggs and save you the cost of spraying pesticides? I think not.

Chickens make for unique, quirky pets: perfect for all homes

April 4, 2021
ADHD is the most well researched neurodevelopmental disorder. Many people often go undiagnosed. Those diagnosed with ADHD often take medication and receive treatment. Both children and adults can have ADHD.

Do the research: there is more to ADHD than you think

March 19, 2021
The transgender ban hampered potential for national growth and togetherness. Now that it is lifted, this country has a better chance of seeing more positive change.

Lifting of military ban on transgender people one step further to a better America

March 2, 2021
Cheesecake nachos serve as a convenient way to satisfy anybody’s late-night sweet tooth.

Cheesecake nachos serve as an easy midnight snack

January 26, 2021
“The Prom” was released on Netflix on Friday Dec. 11. It is the adapted screen version of the Broadway musical by the same name.

‘The Prom’ checks all the wrong boxes

December 21, 2020
Those who fall under Phase 1a will be the first to receive one of two vaccine doses. The first dose is Pfizer’s vaccine. The second dose is the Moderna vaccine and will be received a few weeks after the first dose.

Governor Lamont initiates new vaccine plan

December 11, 2020

Wakeman Town Farm welcomes volunteers

November 12, 2020
This pecan cake with cookie butter frosting is a sure way to satisfy anyone’s taste buds, and perfect for sharing.

Pecan cake with cookie butter frosting; a new holiday treat

November 11, 2020
In the spirit of fall, this homemade pumpkin craft serves as a great inexpensive home decor item for individuals to make.

DIY fall pumpkin craft on a budget

October 9, 2020

Connecticut residents must fall in line or face fines

September 25, 2020
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