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In terms of system-wide emails regarding emergencies and rumors at Staples, the 2022-2023 school year has been one of the busiest. From multi-hour emergency lockdowns to a car crashing into the building, the school email list has been the primary way for parents to learn about incidents at Staples.
Administration email dispels weapon rumor
Benjamin Buchalter ’25, Staff Writer • May 30, 2023
Following Greens Farms Elementary School’s Principal Kevin Cazzetta’s retirement, Brian Byrne will be the new principal.
Greens Farms Elementary School welcomes new principal
Storey Ahl ’25, Staff Writer • May 30, 2023
CAVA, a Mediterranean restaurant, is set to open adjacent to Westport Hardware. The restaurant’s menu consists of various types of Mediterranean bowls and pitas.
Mediterranean Restaurant CAVA coming to Westport
Storey Ahl ’25, Staff Writer • May 22, 2023
Alex Mussomeli ’23 plans to continue exploring, adding and researching for his language after the internship ends.
The Language Architect: Alex Mussomeli embraces challenges to develop new language
Talia Varsano ’24, Paper Managing Editor • June 2, 2023
Mr. Willick’s period 2 AP European History class has five remaining juniors for the final month of the 2022-23 school year.
Senior’s departure eases junior’s workload in AP courses
Madison Mayr ’24, Paper Sports Editor • May 23, 2023
While TikTok has moved to block the search of “chicken nyquil” and “nyquil chicken” on its website, other keywords used to bypass the measure, such as “nyquil chinchin” are still automatically recommended by the company’s algorithm and display the same content.
Students react to rise in hazardous TikTok challenges
Henry Watson, Paper News Editor • May 18, 2023
Students are faced with several final exams to study for simultaneously as the year comes to a close and final exams week begins.
Wilton High School’s elimination of final exams means Staples should follow suit
Zoe Alpert ‘25, Broadcast Director • June 2, 2023
For various occasions, lots of people set up full blown picnics along the shores of Compo Beach. Here, one woman tends to the multiple tables she sets up and enjoys with her family.
Fifteen cost-effective yet captivating activities to fall in love with in Westport this summer
Nina Bowens ’25, Executive T.V. Producer • June 2, 2023
Students juggle standardized test prep, sports, school work and their social life during their junior year, a year associated with negative stigma for many.
An ode to junior year
Ruby Kantor ‘24, Paper Managing Editor • May 30, 2023
This summer, upcoming anticipated films such as live action versions of “Barbie,” “The Little Mermaid,” and the sequel “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” are set to be released, stirring both fans’ excitement and criticism.
Anticipated summer movies incite buzz among film fans
Anna Kercher ’25, Staff Writer • May 31, 2023
Frank Ocean’s return to performing has proven to be disappointing after a “listening party” Coachella performance. Ocean has taken a leave of absence since his brothers death in 2020. His return proved to be unorganized.
Unpack Frank Ocean’s Coachella performance: disappointing return
Elle Vail ’23, Staff Writer • May 12, 2023
The Staples Jazz Ensemble takes first place in their division at the National Jazz Festival with 18 ensemble members. The National Jazz Festival allowed the ensemble to show off what they have been working on together every Thursday afternoon.
Jazz Ensemble soars at National Jazz Festival
Charlotte Berner ’25, Assistant Business Manager • May 12, 2023
Corey Iamonico (far right), the Staples Athletic Trainer, finishes up taping one athletes ankle while discussing injuries within the boy’s lacrosse season with Anthony Armentano ’25 (left).
Staff shortage plagues Staples' Sports Clinic, leaves injured athletes waiting for care
Nina Bowens ’25, OTW Executive Producer • June 2, 2023
Cathy Schager’s Women in History class has created a bulletin board as part of an activism project to spread awareness of discrepancies between female and male athletics at Staples. The project has gotten the attention of prominent figures at Staples, including the Athletic Director who is working on a solution.
Title IX project prompts concerns, responses over athletic equality
Caitlin Jacob ’24, Communications Coordinator • May 30, 2023
aroline Cooper ’24 poses in her Staples lacrosse gear at team photo day
Caroline Cooper dominates the field
Indie Ahl ’24, Assistant Business Manager • May 23, 2023
Many students plan to have this summer filled with travel, activities and relaxation. Juniors also anticipate a summer filled with college tours and admissions preparation.
Summer preview: 4 students share agendas for upcoming months
Talia Moskowitz ’24 and Jolie Gefen ’24 June 2, 2023
Students recall their favorite moments from the 2022-23 school year. “Sophomore Lifetime Activities class skateboarding has been one of my favorite activities of the year,” Lucas Ceballos-Cala ’25 said.
Staples shares favorite moments of the 2022-23 year
Samantha Sandrew '25, Associate Web Managing Editor • June 1, 2023
The Annual Winslow Park Dog Festival provides an opportunity for local residents to adopt dogs from nearby shelters, with the aim of finding permanent homes for numerous animals.
Winslow Park Dog Festival returns to Westport
Poppy Harrington ’25 and Olivia Signorile ’25 June 1, 2023
Fairfield County offers many different hiking locations. The ones I reccommend are all family and beginner friendly hikes that offer opportunities to explore nature such as the hikes at Wilton Town Forest (pictures above) in Wilton, Connecticut.
Exploring Fairfield County: Five family-friendly destinations to hike
Lily Hultgren ’25, Paper Features Editor • June 2, 2023
From right to left: Emma Porzio ’23, Grace Fuori ’23, Brooke Devine ’23, Sasha Chamlin ’23,  Emma Mechanic ’23, Genevieve Clark ’23, Jenny Bradshaw ‘’23, Carly Chamlin ’23 celebrate their last day as Staples students, wearing customized Staples sunglasses given to them at the picnic.
One last hurrah: Staples holds picnic to celebrate senior class
Mia Bomback ’25, Paper Features Editor • May 22, 2023
Yorkshire puddings are a traditional British side dish that requires only a few basic ingredients and simple instructions. Whether youre serving them for a special occasion or as a weeknight dinner, Yorkshire puddings are a tasty and fulfilling addition to any meal.
Step-by-step guide: How to make Yorkshire puddings
Poppy Harrington ’25, Staff Writer • May 9, 2023
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