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Pro-abortion rights protestors gather in downtown Westport holding signs supporting DefenDemocracy’s cause and listening to speakers.
Connecticut protests for abortion rights
The authorized $222.8 million budget for Westport will be spent on many areas.
Representative Town Meeting approves $222.8 million budget
As the price of regular unleaded gas rises nationally, prices in Connecticut rise as well.
Gas prices in Connecticut spike to record highs
According to US News, most of the schools within the top five are within the towns surrounding Staples High school and three of the five schools are public.
Staples High School ranks highly among other Connecticut schools
Westport parents, educators and residents attended the Board of Education meeting Monday night, contributing to conversations about the equity study on the climate of Westport district schools.
Board of Education equity report release from NYU causes division, frustration
The senior class of ’22 is planned to graduate on June 16, leaving high school and moving onwards toward post-graduate plans.
Seniors leaving prompts reflection, sadness
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.’
The Supreme Court case Roe vs. Wade may be overturned, taking away necessary reproductive and human rights for millions of women across America.
Potential overturn of Roe vs. Wade wrongfully strips women of their human rights
Teachers should provide the class average for assessments in order to prevent students from sharing scores with one another.
Class averages foster a less competitive environment
As upcoming juniors decide where they will apply to college, it’s important that they don’t rule out colleges just because they’re “unrealistic.”
Advice for juniors: The 25-50-25 rule is not a universal mantra
Alexa Anastasi ’22 showcased the history of race through means of an eye-catching poster.
‘African American, Black, Latino, and Puerto Rican Studies’ class concludes pilot year
Jim Hood, Ian Warburg and Emily Ashken Zobl ’12, three founding members of Save the Old Mill Grocery and Deli pose after raising over a million dollars for the cause.
Preserving history, serving good: community organization aims to save Elvira’s
Nicholas Blanco ’25, Dylan Kurpiel ’25, Jack Srihari ’25 and substitute teacher Hannah Mata enjoy a game together after school on Fridays.
Cooperative video games club connects students through games
AP Chemistry classes watch “Indiana Jones” since the completion of the AP college board administered test on May 2.
End of AP classes leaves students relieved, allows for fun learning experiences
A longstanding Staples tradition, Senior Showdown is a nerf-shooting tournament during which participating seniors are given a target to “assassinate” while avoiding elimination at the hands of a foam dart themselves.
Seniors take aim at ‘Senior Showdown’
Sophie Alcyone ’22 (left) and Sasha Maskoff ’22 (right) attended the CAS Awards ceremony on April 5 in Plantsville, Connecticut. The CAS awards their Outstanding Arts Award based on demonstrated scholarship and leadership across the realm of visual and performing arts. Two students from each member school are awarded annually, and students must be referred by teachers.
Seniors Maskoff, Alcyone, win 27th annual High School Arts Awards
After getting ready, most students will take pictures before going to the prom.
Senior prom sets unnecessarily expensive standard of beauty
Released on April 22, 2022, Heartstopper provides relatable, loveable LGBTQ+ romance and journey. While season two has not been announced, season one has climbed the top-watched list in America and the United Kingdom.
Netflix’s “Heartstopper” illustrates heartwarming, intricate LGBTQ+ journey, romance 
Netflix released season four of Drive to Survive on March 13. Drive to Survive captures the behind-the-scenes moments of the Formula 1 race season, including team rivalries, driver lineups and the role of money in the sport.
Season four of ‘Drive to Survive’ delivers the behind the scenes of a thrilling Formula 1 season
The new Kardashians show excites fans across the nation.
The Kardashians on Hulu stylishly shifting to showcase real, raw life
The FCIAC quarterfinals took place Friday, May 20 and the semifinals took place Monday, May 23.
Softball approaches end of season
According to Coach Jack McFarland, the Wreckers’ baserunning has been stellar this season, hopefully leading them to more victories.
Baseball team navigates up and down season
The girls’ golf team has members from every grade; each player has different strengths that have helped contribute to the team’s victories this year.
Girls’ golf victorious in almost every match, leads state
Evelyn Chudowsky ’24 celebrates a goal from her team in a game against Bermuda on April 28.
Evelyn Chudowsky ’24 embarks on Dominican Republic national team
Club sport athletes at Staples do not get the recognition they deserve despite their immense dedication.
Inclusion of Staples athletes in club sports is a must
Get Real Day, hosted by TAG (Teen Awareness Group), put together an assembly, wellness fair and decorations in order to spread awareness and educate students about alcoholism, substance abuse and mental health.
Get Real Day makes a comeback: emphasizes significance of mental health, substance abuse
To increase participation, some connections classes use the twenty minutes to play games such as Scattergories. This fosters a playful environment, while utilizing the time in an entertaining way.
Students reflect on productivity of connections
Seniors preparing to leave Staples think back on all of the memories that made their high school experience.
Seniors reflect, rejoice on favorite high school memories
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
In this podcast, we take a look at Colorado Avalanche and New York Rangers playoff predictions.
New York Rangers embark on NHL playoffs
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
A COVID-19 vaccine is currently being developed.
Potential COVID-19 vaccine brings controversy
Two competing houses on Maple St. express opposing political viewpoints of the upcoming presidential election through banners, signs and flags. The WPD’s press release stated that signs placed on private property may not extend beyond the property line. In addition, it is recommended that residents remove their respective signs within two days after the election, or other specified event.
Removal of political signage around Westport prompts WPD response
Seniors preparing to leave Staples think back on all of the memories that made their high school experience.
Seniors reflect, rejoice on favorite high school memories
Staples seniors reflect on past high school memories and gear up to graduate and move onto their next chapter.
Seniors reflect on lessons learned, highschool experiences
The first round of Senior Assassin begins on Monday, May 23 and will end on Sunday, May 29 at 11:59 PM.
Senior Showdown sparks excitement
Seniors announced college decisions by May 1, the decision deadline for many schools.
Seniors share college decision considerations
Many seniors have created their own internship plans catered to their personal interests or potential future career choices. Some examples include working with a psychologist, interning at a music school and teaching dance classes.
Seniors find value in creating self designed internships
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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
In 2017, the United States had the fastest growing squash population across the globe and saw junior participation grow fourfold, as per US Squash. In line with the national trend, Staples girls’ squash is seeing an increase in involvement, with 22 girls rostered this season compared to 16 last year.
Girls’ squash commences new season, grows in popularity
This past weekend, Gonzalez traveled to Tennessee to meet her All-American teammates and play in an East vs West game, which Gonzalez’s team won 5-0.
Soccer Star Gaby Gonzalez ’22 Scores All-American
Staples gets set to tip off at home against Fairfield Warde on March 28.
Staples Basketball Recap
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
Summer activities to cure boredom
Summer activities to cure boredom
Bonkers Cupcakes opened this spring in downtown Fairfield. They serve a variety of cupcakes with different buttercream frostings.
Bonkers Cupcakes sweetens Fairfield County dessert scene
While the pasta options range in caloric density, all are easy to make and delicious in their own way.
Trader Joe’s offers variety of gnocchi to satisfy pasta cravings
Bachelor Matt James and winner of this season Rachal Kirkconnel had clear tension between them at the after the final rose ceremony. Rachel shed many tears, as Matt was so heartbroken he could barely speak.
Bachelor finale shocks Bachelor Nation
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
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Lily Klau ’23, Features Editor

Paper Features Editor Lily Klau ’23 enjoys Inklings because it connects to her passions.

“I love the creative aspect with all the graphics, so I thought that was a really great way for me to tie in my interests with journalism,” Klau said.

Besides Inklings, Klau plays for the Staples girls’ volleyball team. Being part of a team drew Klau into volleyball and Inklings.

“When you’re playing the sport of volleyball, it requires a lot of team bonding and team trust,” Klau said, “and I think that’s very similar to Inklings because Inklings as a whole group is very tight-knit.”

 

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The Staples group of students stand in front of the gate to the Royal Palace in Madrid.

Students embark on spring break field trip in Spain

April 29, 2022
This is an example of the backpacks that the senior girls wear to school for the second semester tradition. The girls bring all sorts of children’s backpacks to commemorate their final semester as high schoolers. This is an example of the backpacks that the senior girls wear to school for the second semester tradition. The girls bring all sorts of children’s backpacks to commemorate their final semester as high schoolers. Photo by Lily Klau ’23

Senior girls celebrate second semester with children’s backpacks

February 16, 2022
This is the new logo of Harry Styless new cosmetic company, Pleasing.

Styles drops non-binary, environmentally sustainable cosmetic company

December 16, 2021
This is the Saugatuck Shores in Westport, Connecticut at the spot where the Westport Police, Fire and EMS Departments rescued a Westport man at 5.55 am on Nov. 9.

Westport police, fire, EMS departments save man in water

November 12, 2021
The Counties Assemblies posted this update to all their social media platforms informing all juniors that the dance would be canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Julien attempts to organize grade-wide dance for juniors

October 29, 2021
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Westport PAL cheerleading suffers from lack of volunteers

September 27, 2021
Harmful bias in social media posts spread Israeli/Palestinian conflict misinformation

Harmful bias in social media posts spread Israeli/Palestinian conflict misinformation

June 7, 2021
Maybe its the chewy, addictive, tapioca boba balls or the twangy taste of the milky tea, but people simply cant get enough of bubble tea.

Bubble tea, new found obsession

May 12, 2021
#TheyForShe is taking on the task of calling out everyday sexism and gender inequity in our community and helping men understand what it means to be a woman in today’s society. 

#TheyForShe promotes inclusivity, supports International Women’s History Month

April 5, 2021
This southern caramel cake is the perfect sweet treat for anyone’s household.

Southern caramel cake: perfect to serve for start of spring

March 26, 2021
Prior to the week of March 23, students were contact traced and mandated to quarantine for 10 days if they sat within six feet of an exposed student. Staples contact tracing guidelines were eased to mandate quarantining if students are within three feet apart of an exposure.

Delay in contact tracing exposes many to COVID-19

March 24, 2021
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‘One Night in Miami’ fantastically illustrates fictional meeting of four legendary figures

February 6, 2021

Teachers adapt to distance learning, all-remote model

December 11, 2020
Social media has become a integral part of everyones daily lives, influencing us in both a positive and negative way.

[Photo] Media’s influence on an impressionable generation impacts our well-being

December 7, 2020
Since Thanksgiving is such a special holiday, my family and I tried to work around COVID-19 restrictions to still have a fun and safe Thanksgiving

Celebrating a pleasurable Thanksgiving in COVID-19 safe environment

December 1, 2020
Harry Styles breaks social norms by wearing a dress on Vogues cover issue. Styles is the first solo male to appear on the cover for Vogue.

Harry Styles shatters social norms with dress on Vogue December issue

November 25, 2020
These mini pumpkin pies are a huge hit on any Thanksgiving table and are perfect for sharing while staying safe during COVID-19.

Mini pumpkin pie tarts: perfect to serve for COVID-19 thanksgiving

November 19, 2020
Westport Senior Center adapts to COVID-19 restrictions

Westport Senior Center adapts to COVID-19 restrictions

November 2, 2020
COVID-19 alters college application process for high school seniors

COVID-19 alters college application process for high school seniors

October 7, 2020
Fairfield University has new rules and requirements due to COVID-19, one being having to wear a mask at all times.

COVID-19 guidelines at colleges generate mixed emotions

September 29, 2020
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