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      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
      Prior to the event starting, senior members were responsible for folding the printed pamphlets that were handed out to the attending family.
      National Honors Society welcomes new members
      Two groups, Westport Pride and the WPS Pride Coalition are throwing a fundraiser event in which they are selling LGBTQ+ merchandise commemorating the Stonewall riots. The merchandise can be purchased up until Sunday, May 5. Graphic by Hannah Conn 23. (Please be advised that the graphic above is not the merchandise being sold.)
      Westport Pride, WPS Pride Coalition create fundraiser, sell merchandise commemorating Stonewall, LGBTQ+ Pride
      The Make Me Free Initiative, created by Camille Kolek ’23, Miriam Hurley ’23 and Adelia Purcell ’23, will supply Staples High School bathrooms with complimentary period products. Currently, free period products are only available in the nurses’ office. Graphic by Mia Bomback 25.
      State approves funds for Make Me Free to implement Voice4Change-winning initiative
      Above shows the events that transpired before and during the investigation, which would ultimately find the alleged comments to be false.
      Investigation finds no evidence of Anti-Semitism at Staples High School trip to Germany
      Temperatures this spring have been unpredictable, leaving students weary about wearing sweatshirts or t-shirts to school. Although climate change is a factor, the natural variety of the atmosphere contributes to the temperatures.
      Varying temperatures leave students not knowing what to wear
      Students spend their free time in class studying and doing their homework to keep up with the workload.
      Last month of school provides chaos and intense course load for students
      As junior year comes to a close, students have far more time to relax and unwind. However, the bulk of the college application stands ahead of them.
      Juniors post AP’s take their foot off the gas, simultaneously face looming responsibilities
      Photo by Rylie Cordella ’25. Bus two seats overflow with students on their way home or to various areas in town.
      Multipurpose bus two proves overcrowded, in need of solution
      VSCO provides a platform that removes the external stressors of likes and follows but still brings in a feed of photos. It also doubles as a photo editing app.
      VSCO serves as a safe haven on social media
      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
      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
      Camille Merganthaler ’25 sets up a table with images to represent women in the culinary industry and provide a place for her to bake her cookies.
      Mergenthaler performs her way to NHD Nationals
      Members of the film club, along with other high schoolers, watch “Jojo Rabbit,” a satirical film about a young German boy and his imaginary friend, a cartoonish version of Adolf Hitler, during WW2.
      Staples Film Club hosts successful third movie night
      Dani Garcia ’23 plans to travel the world on her upcoming gap year. She will stay in seven countries across Europe and Asia, working in a variety of eclectic jobs in exchange for free food and housing.
      From monasteries to cat sanctuaries: a high school senior’s unforgettable gap year
      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
      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
      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.
      Capozucca, Finger, achieve high honors at annual High School Arts Awards
      The 22 one-act plays utilize casts of two to four Staples Players, telling short 10-minute stories to the Black Box theater audience from April 22-23.
      One-Acts gives seniors exclusive directing opportunity
      Most makeup advertisements target specifically women, feeding into societal gender stereotypes.
      Beauty beyond gender: makeup brands sell stereotypes
      aroline Cooper ’24 poses in her Staples lacrosse gear at team photo day
      Caroline Cooper dominates the field
      Ben Burmeister ’24 winds up for a shot against Massapequa late in the first half.
      Wreckers fall in narrow defeat to Ridgefield, remain focused on playoffs
      The girls’ tennis team comes together for a pre-match team huddle at home.
      Girls’ tennis bounces back, bonds as team
      Mattie Guadarrama ’25 prepares to hit the opening serve in his match against New Canaan.
      Wreckers gear up for playoffs, maintain focus on retaining state title
      St. Andrew’s South African rugby team poses with the Staples boys’ rugby team at the Gonzaga Rugby Classic Tournament.
      Staples boys’ rugby team welcomes South Africans to Westport
      Staples seniors’ official last day before they went off to their internship was Friday may, 12. They reflected on their favorite part of senior year before they went into the real world.
      Seniors reflect on their favorite memories from Senior year
      The Staples Superfans lead the student section in cheers as the boys’ basketball team play against the Wilton Warriors.
      Superfans: Fueling teams to victory
      There are six different lots that juniors have the option to park in and student preferences are strong.
      Juniors earn campus parking privileges
      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
      It is important to stay active and work out on ones journey to better their mental health. Boxing is one way to do that. Being able to take out frustrations from the day in a healthy way is a great way to release aggression while getting a great workout.
      Students attempt boxing to better mental health
      Staples seniors’ official last day before they went off to their internship was Friday may, 12. They reflected on their favorite part of senior year before they went into the real world.
      Seniors reflect on their favorite memories from Senior year
      The Staples Superfans lead the student section in cheers as the boys’ basketball team play against the Wilton Warriors.
      Superfans: Fueling teams to victory
      There are six different lots that juniors have the option to park in and student preferences are strong.
      Juniors earn campus parking privileges
      It is important to stay active and work out on ones journey to better their mental health. Boxing is one way to do that. Being able to take out frustrations from the day in a healthy way is a great way to release aggression while getting a great workout.
      Students attempt boxing to better mental health
      Staples librarians Jennifer Cirino and Nicole Moeller encourage students to find time to take part in summer reading. Both of them agree that the beach is their favorite place to read over the summer.
      Librarians share summer reading recommendations
      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
      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
      The group of 20 students competed in two rounds in the national competition, hosted by Center for Civic Education in Washington, D.C.
      We the People team competes in national competition, explores D.C.
      The Passover Seder is a household custom that combines food, music, storytelling and religious ceremonies. During the first and occasionally second night of Passover, families gather for a seder.
      Passover Seders provide meaningful traditions
      Meatballs are an Italian staple, but the sauce is what really brings it all together to get the tastiest outcome.
      An Italian dish: how to make meatballs with the best tomato sauce
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      St. Andrew’s South African rugby team poses with the Staples boys’ rugby team at the Gonzaga Rugby Classic Tournament.
      Staples boys’ rugby team welcomes South Africans to Westport
      Elisa Feinman, behavior therapist, aids Browne in communication. Feinman helped deliver Browne’s heartfelt Father’s Day card.
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      Sam Paris ’23 represents Team USA as a Skyliner Senior Synchronized Skater.
      Team USA competitors juggle athletic, academic pursuits
      06880 founder Dan Woog and Lyah Muktavaram ‘22 collaborated during her senior internship to produce a photo book. The project, “Pick of Pics” includes photos captured of Westport for over a decade.
      Woog and Muktavaram publish “06880: Pick of the Pics”
      Co-presidents Freddie Aldridge ‘24 and Noah Salpeter ‘23 are advocating for the complete restoration of the Compo Beach skate park. They are currently communicating with Westport Parks and Recreation and the Westport Youth Commission to figure out the budget plans for the project.
      Staples Skate Club advocates for mainstream, inclusive culture through Compo Park renovation
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          Staples seniors’ official last day before they went off to their internship was Friday may, 12. They reflected on their favorite part of senior year before they went into the real world.
          Seniors reflect on their favorite memories from Senior year
          The Staples Superfans lead the student section in cheers as the boys’ basketball team play against the Wilton Warriors.
          Superfans: Fueling teams to victory
          There are six different lots that juniors have the option to park in and student preferences are strong.
          Juniors earn campus parking privileges
          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
          It is important to stay active and work out on ones journey to better their mental health. Boxing is one way to do that. Being able to take out frustrations from the day in a healthy way is a great way to release aggression while getting a great workout.
          Students attempt boxing to better mental health

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          aroline Cooper ’24 poses in her Staples lacrosse gear at team photo day
          Caroline Cooper dominates the field
          Ben Burmeister ’24 winds up for a shot against Massapequa late in the first half.
          Wreckers fall in narrow defeat to Ridgefield, remain focused on playoffs
          The girls’ tennis team comes together for a pre-match team huddle at home.
          Girls’ tennis bounces back, bonds as team
          Mattie Guadarrama ’25 prepares to hit the opening serve in his match against New Canaan.
          Wreckers gear up for playoffs, maintain focus on retaining state title
          St. Andrew’s South African rugby team poses with the Staples boys’ rugby team at the Gonzaga Rugby Classic Tournament.
          Staples boys’ rugby team welcomes South Africans to Westport
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          • Staples seniors’ official last day before they went off to their internship was Friday may, 12. They reflected on their favorite part of senior year before they went into the real world.

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            Seniors reflect on their favorite memories from Senior year

          • The Staples Superfans lead the student section in cheers as the boys’ basketball team play against the Wilton Warriors.

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            Superfans: Fueling teams to victory

          • There are six different lots that juniors have the option to park in and student preferences are strong.

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            Juniors earn campus parking privileges

          • 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.

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            One last hurrah: Staples holds picnic to celebrate senior class

          • It is important to stay active and work out on ones journey to better their mental health. Boxing is one way to do that. Being able to take out frustrations from the day in a healthy way is a great way to release aggression while getting a great workout.

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            Students attempt boxing to better mental health

          • Staples librarians Jennifer Cirino and Nicole Moeller encourage students to find time to take part in summer reading. Both of them agree that the beach is their favorite place to read over the summer.

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            Librarians share summer reading recommendations

          • The week of May 8, Staples celebrated teacher appreciation week. Students wrote letters to express their appreciation to their teachers during connections classes

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            Empowering educators: Staples celebrates teacher appreciation week

          • Isabelle Blend ’23 and John Inglese ’23 share their favorite classes and teachers to help guide underclassmen at Staples High School.

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            Seniors offer advice on special classes, teachers

          • Westport Library opens their annual book sale providing various genres of books to the Westport Community. The book sale raises money for support of employment possibilities for individuals with disabilities.

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            Annual Westport Library spring book sale attracts community

          • Mother’s Day is a heartfelt day dedicated to the women who Staples students love and care about the most in their life. Graphic by Zoe Alpert

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            Mother’s Day approaches quickly; students get their moms variety of gifts

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