Staples’ newest student arrives from South Africa

May 8, 2018

By Sarah Maybruck ’18

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The involvement fair took place during lunch on Sept. 13 and 14 where over 100 clubs showcased their purpose, plans for the year and mission statements. Following the early September fair, most clubs sent emails out to those who signed up with information regarding their first meeting.

Annual Involvement Fair provides fresh opportunities

Two assailants were caught on camera assaulting and stealing a car from a mans home in Westport. One of them has since been caught, leaving one on the loose. Another accomplice has been taken into custody and is facing many charges.

Two assailants arrested in connection to recent carjackings

First student buses are parked outside the front of Staples High School.

New bus company causes disruptions, concerns in school community

Harry Goodburn ’25 holds up a picture of his celebrity look-alike, Declan Donnelly, who is most commonly known for his role presenting on the TV show “Britain’s Got Talent.”

Who’s your celebrity look-alike?

Blake Watkins ’26 (left) and Amere Miller ’27 (right) show Staples High School students that being friendly is the reality of being younger.

Freshmen reveal high school expectations versus realities

Science teacher Tracy Soffa loves the environment at Staples and encourages the kindness and enthusiasm that each student brings to class everyday. One piece of advice that Soffa has is to not be afraid to ask questions. Teachers are there to help explain things in all different ways. Never be afraid to reach out.

Get to know science teacher Tracy Soffa

Link Crew is a student mentorship program run by English teacher Jamie Pacuk, physical education instructor Jeff Doornweerd and special education teacher Lauren Manosh. In August, mentors will contact their small group of rising freshmen and the students’ parents before beginning additional orientation tours.

Link Crew tours ease nerves of incoming freshman

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

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

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