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District leaders including Superintendent Thomas Scarice, Board of Education (BOE) members Kevin Christie, Dorie Hordon, Neil Phillips, Jill Dillon, Abby Tolan, BOE Chair Lee Goldstein and discussion moderator Velma Heller (left to right) listen as Westport parents voiced their opinions on the potential bell-to-bell cellphone ban at Staples.

District holds community conversation regarding potential phone ban

The zoo had a variety of animals from spider monkeys, amur leopards, red pandas, bald eagles and more.

Animal behavior class embarks on field trip at Beardsley Zoo

The Westport Job Bank, set to relaunch in the coming days, will be completely free for both businesses and students, and no account will be required. The Job Bank will feature a wide range of opportunities, with a particular focus on business and merchant-related jobs, making it a valuable resource heading into the summer.

Westport Youth Commission set to launch updated Westport Job Bank

The P&Z holds all of their meetings over zoom, and they disable the waiting room feature to allow any Westporter to participate. This allows them to ensure their meetings are easily accessible to the public.

Unknown hacker “zoombombs” public hearing on Hamlet project

Sofia Alarcon-Frias ’25 (L) and Sloan Robinson ’25 (R) are members of the National Science Honor Society, and helped to run and organize the blood drive.

Science Honor Society hosts bloody successful blood drive

Coachella used to set the tone. Now, it just follows the algorithm.

Coachella isn’t cool anymore, and honestly? That’s fine.

While some students enjoy participating in class, other students don’t and are being penalized for it.

Redefining participation: Why being quiet doesn’t mean disengaged

This year's spring allergies are reported to be longer and worse than usual, with some areas of the northeast's allergy seasons being extended three weeks.

Achoo! A how-to on surviving the 2025 allergy season

Trump gives his speech about the TJCA in 2017, he claims that the tax cuts will help Americans of all demographics.

Trump’s tax cuts tend to Westport parents

Teachers should transition from test based assessments to collaborative group projects.

How project-based learning made Mandarin my favorite class

The National English Honor Society will return to Staples for the 2025-26 school year. Staples’ Civitas Lumina chapter of NEHS is open to juniors and seniors and is expected to meet once a month.

Staples welcomes back National English Honor Society

Stephen Rexford has taught in the Westport school district for years. Among his many contributions, he was advisor of Inklings and also founded Ursus at Bedford.

Titan of teaching: Stephen Rexford retires

Rei Seltzer ’26 (left) walks to shake hands with Principal Stafford W. Thomas Jr., as well as receive tassels and pins from co-advisors Jake Sullivan and Karla Quinn. As part of their initiation to the National Honor Society, juniors had to hand off these items to a graduating senior and repeat the NHS pledge.

Brains, heart, service: National Honor Society inducts 37 juniors

Katie Fitzgerald (middle) alongside two of her teammates on the Irish national lacrosse team for their age division. During the photo they are in Hong Kong, attending an international tournament.

Katie Fitzgerald’s game goes global

Coach Schager during her days playing at Johns Hopkins, where her passion for lacrosse first took root.

Coach Schager transforms Staples lacrosse

The Smoke and Stack twins (Stack Left, Smoke Right) both played by Michael B. Jordan.

‘Sinners’ review, and why movies need to be watched on the big screen

President Trump Hopes to increase fertility rates in the U.S.

The White House plans for the next “baby boom” to increase American population

It is crucial for teens to take a personal finance class before graduating high school.

Why financial literacy matters for teens

The Collective West located at 940 Post Road East will officially close this weekend. It will be open March 19-March 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Designer Christian Siriano bids Westport farewell, relocates “The Collective West” to New York City

Seniors may feel confused as their college process comes to an end because while the decision might be made, the stress does not vanish immediately.

College decisions are in, but where’s the relief?

Instagram account @wreckersforruss becomes popular within minutes to advocate for the upcoming protest.

Wreckers for Russ: Staples soccer teams organize student-led walkout for Russell Oost-Lievense

Katie Fitzgerald (middle) alongside two of her teammates on the Irish national lacrosse team for their age division. During the photo they are in Hong Kong, attending an international tournament.

Katie Fitzgerald’s game goes global

Coach Schager during her days playing at Johns Hopkins, where her passion for lacrosse first took root.

Coach Schager transforms Staples lacrosse

Greens Farms Academy player Stella Savone made seven goals in the game against Sacred Heart on May 8, matching her personal best for most scores in a single game.

Making waves: girls’ water polo team grows with out-of-school talent

Staples attacks on offense in the first quarter, where they would have a fast start.

Boys’ Lacrosse defeats Bishop Guertin, remains top ranked team in CT

AP finals and any finals for seniors take place during typical, everyday class periods. Without scheduled exam blocks, students have overlapping finals in addition to normal tests and classes.

Should May finals have a schedule?

Earth Day is on April 22 every year and aims to globally promote environmental awareness and sustainability.

Earth Day: give our planet a listen

As seniors approach graduation, many offer advice on how to navigate the halls of Staples.

Dear freshmen: Seniors share survival tips

Seniors reflect on their differing trips of April vacation, choosing to spend time with friends, family or athletic commitments.

Seniors reflect on April break trips

Sushi Jin offers a variety of dishes from sushi to bao buns to hibachi. One popular appetizer is their Tuna Toro, or fatty tuna, which comes with chips.

Sushi Jin opens its doors, serves up fresh flavors in town

AP finals and any finals for seniors take place during typical, everyday class periods. Without scheduled exam blocks, students have overlapping finals in addition to normal tests and classes.

Should May finals have a schedule?

Earth Day is on April 22 every year and aims to globally promote environmental awareness and sustainability.

Earth Day: give our planet a listen

As seniors approach graduation, many offer advice on how to navigate the halls of Staples.

Dear freshmen: Seniors share survival tips

Seniors reflect on their differing trips of April vacation, choosing to spend time with friends, family or athletic commitments.

Seniors reflect on April break trips

Sushi Jin offers a variety of dishes from sushi to bao buns to hibachi. One popular appetizer is their Tuna Toro, or fatty tuna, which comes with chips.

Sushi Jin opens its doors, serves up fresh flavors in town

Food is my love language; I love to host and share homemade dishes with friends and family. These are two of my favorite things to serve when hosting!

My love language… food!

Homes with Hope Super Bowl food drive at Gillespie Center: Staples students help

Homes with Hope Super Bowl food drive at Gillespie Center: Staples students help

These cute mutts compete for the place as cutest pup at the fair.

Top 10 cutest dogs at the Westport Dog Festival

My hand, clutching the smoothie, freezes as I anticipate sunset. Finally, as the clock strikes 7:30 p.m., I can finally indulge in this long- awaited beverage.

A Ramadan Temptation: Indulge in an Avocado Smoothie

The bulk ferment is when the yeast fully developed through rest. The dough should nearly double in size and get bubbly. The warmer the environment, the faster the dough will ferment. If you leave the dough on the counter it will take about eight to 10 hours. For a more sour dough, leave it in the fridge for up to three days for a slower fermentation.

Sourdough: A simple but challenging craft

On the Wreckord - Episode Twenty Two

On the Wreckord – Episode Twenty Two

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On the Wreckord – Episode Twenty One

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On the Wreckord – Episode Eighteen

Noah Wolff ’25 gets ready to hit a forehand. Photo contributed by Noah Wolff.

Underhanded, undeterred; Wolff turns setback into success

The recent inflation rate of Staples students with 504 plans has led students to question the validity and necessity of the accommodations.

The 504 trend: 504 accommodations on the rise, creating a negative stigma for recipients and hampering academic equity

Three students, Melissa Pappas (left), Mia Lewis (center) and Jona Bernstein (right), took on the challenge of restocking tampons and pads in every female bathroom following the implementation of the Connecticut Menstrual Equity Act.

Students speak up: Menstrual Equity Act brings back tampons, but will they stay?

Matthew Corrigan ’26 warms up for the game.

Corrigan’s homecoming: a hometown rivalry as Warde faces Staples

Aidan Lapatine ’26 (left) and Logan Noorily ’25 (right) co-lead Staples’ Students Demand Action chapter, aiming to educate the greater Westport community about gun violence.

Students Demand Action: school club combats gun violence through educational efforts

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AP finals and any finals for seniors take place during typical, everyday class periods. Without scheduled exam blocks, students have overlapping finals in addition to normal tests and classes.

Should May finals have a schedule?

Earth Day is on April 22 every year and aims to globally promote environmental awareness and sustainability.

Earth Day: give our planet a listen

As seniors approach graduation, many offer advice on how to navigate the halls of Staples.

Dear freshmen: Seniors share survival tips

Seniors reflect on their differing trips of April vacation, choosing to spend time with friends, family or athletic commitments.

Seniors reflect on April break trips

Sushi Jin offers a variety of dishes from sushi to bao buns to hibachi. One popular appetizer is their Tuna Toro, or fatty tuna, which comes with chips.

Sushi Jin opens its doors, serves up fresh flavors in town

It is crucial to have a set plan for how you are going to study for midterms if you want to set yourself up for success.

The Ultimate Guide to Midterms

According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, the best way to manage stress that is associated with the burden of the first semester is taking time to relax, sticking to a sleep routine and getting physical activity.

How you can survive the rest of first semester, too

Chef Lewandowski talks about his vision for his newest restaurant The Bridge. He is also the Chef at Townhouse in Greenwich, Connecticut.

“The Bridge” brings flavor and flare to community

The fall foliage, the best part of fall!

We need to admit that fall is the best season

Avery Johnson ’25, Wingstop enthusiast, samples the new flavor Sweet BBQ Glaze and the cajun corn before giving her opinion and sharing her rating.

Wingstop flavors compete for superiority

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