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Westport debates the ‘A’ in STEAM: Many continue to debate the balance between fine arts programs and engineering curriculum

Westport debates the ‘A’ in STEAM: Many continue to debate the balance between fine arts programs and engineering curriculum

Jackie Sussman, Opinions Editor October 12, 2014

The Westport Board of Education voted to implement a STEM-based curriculum for all grades in both Coleytown and Bedford middle schools on Dec. 2, 2013 in the hopes that it would foster  a passion for...

Staples demonstrates new Differential Equations class

Staples demonstrates new Differential Equations class

Emma Berry, Opinions Editor September 8, 2014

Staples is and has always been a school known for its excellence. When it comes to math, some students have gone above and beyond the typical curriculum. Starting this year, students were given the opportunity...

Staples robotics teams win big at Connecticut State Championships

Staples robotics teams win big at Connecticut State Championships

Ben Goldschlager, Web News Editor March 10, 2014

This Saturday, March 8, the two Staples robotics teams, i²robotics and Wrecker Robotics, competed in the Connecticut State Champions of the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)...

New Standards: Instead of an average, students are now given a numerical grade on the standard.

Standards-Based Grading Piloted in Math and Science Classes

Ben Goldschlager and Justine Seligson October 4, 2013

Usually, average is the key word with grading. Quarterly homework is averaged. Semester exams are averaged. Final grades are averaged. A student’s mean among all studied units is the ultimate score. However,...

The S3 Challenge: Solutions for Superstorm Sandy

The S3 Challenge: Solutions for Superstorm Sandy

Alexandra O'Kane, Staff Writer May 12, 2013

Each year, the Staples Spectacular Student Challenge provides students with a real-world problem for which they have a single Sunday to discuss and propose a solution.  Following the initial day of proposing...

Accelerated Students: Sophomores in APs

May 27, 2011
Although most AP classes at Staples are filled with upperclassmen, some sophomores elect to enroll such high-level classes, like Statistics and Biology.

May 25, 2011 | Easy Ridin'

May 25, 2011

9:16 a.m. English teacher Beth Humphrey and math teacher Bill Wilkes take advantage of the beautiful spring day by riding their motorcycles to school. Look for their leather jackets and helmets as...

Greenberg, Myers Honored in National Siemens Competition

December 3, 2010
On Oct. 23, the Siemens Foundation announced the Semi-Finalists and Regional Finalists for the 2010 Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and Technology.

Math Department Introduces-Nspired New Calculator

October 1, 2010
Amanda Piccolino '12 explores the pros and cons of Texas Instruments new TI-Nspire calculator.
Eric Lubin ’11, Matt Greenberg ’10 and Todd Lubin ’11 start work on a census-based Moody’s question. | Photo by Petey Menz 11

Students Compete 14 Hours Straight in Moody’s Mega Math Challenge

March 26, 2010
From 7:00 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, March 7, students competed in the 2010 Moody’s Mega Math Challenge.
Pictured above are the second place winners of the Staples Student Spectacular Challenge.  | Photo by Petey Menz 11

Participants of the Staples Student Spectacular Challenge Reflect On Their Experience

March 17, 2010
JJ Clarke '12 explores the Staples Student Spectacular Challenge.
The new personal finance education class will help students learn to use mathematics as a tool in developing financial literacy skills. | Photo by sxc.hu

Personal Finance Education Class Proposed by Math Dept. for 2011–12 School Year

February 24, 2010
Phil Huber '11 discusses the new Personal Finance Education Class that will begin in the 2011–12 School Year.
‘the Housekeeper and the Professor: Westport reads picks “The Housekeeper and the Professor” for the entire town to enjoy reading all together. Photo By | Jon Loeb 11

Math, Literature and Sticky Notes: Westport Reads Picks Well for 2010 With Yoko Ogawa’s ‘The Housekeeper and the Professor’

January 29, 2010
Westport Reads—an annual program to get the whole town reading the same book—has chosen Yoko Ogawa’s “The Housekeeper and the Professor."
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