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      Former President Biden was diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer on Sunday, May 18th.
      BREAKING NEWS: Former President Biden diagnosed with aggressive form of prostate cancer
      The Westport Farmers’ Market opened for the season on May 8 on Imperial Ave.
      Westport Farmers’ Market a beacon of light amidst recession fears
      The game, senior assassin, removes the traditional rules like defensive shooting and immunity tools, leading to a high volume of questions.
      Senior Assassin introduces new rules and updates ahead of its May 12, 2025 launch date.
      Starting May 2025, 28 AP Exams are moving from paper to screens as the College Board launches a new digital testing era through the Bluebook app.
      From scantrons to screens: College Board moves 28 tests online starting May 2025
      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
      Class of sleepy teens in during the school day.
      Teens versus the clock: why does school start so early?
      Winning the San Diego Crew Classic this year is a prime example of how hard work in high school brings joy and brightens futures. Hard work in youth pays off in every aspect of life. Hard work paves a better path for your future and allows teens to grow, learn and mature. It helps me to stay focused on my goals and teaches me true reward.
      Cut the “I’ll do it later” talk out
      Trump’s reinterpretations of multiple immigration related statues has prompted controversy and concerns over their constitutionality.
      President Trump’s immigration policies constitute flagrant violations of due process
      According to the U.S. News & World Report, 74% of students feel overwhelmingly stressed about applications. Here’s a guide on how to handle college admissions.
      College apps nearly got the best of me: Here’s what I wish I knew
      The Department of Education threatens to defund Harvard and other universities if they don’t comply with demands to change diversity, equity and inclusion programs and mask use in on campus protests. Although many universities listen to the department, Harvard still resists.
      Why universities matter: How defunding Harvard will hurt America, the world beyond education
      Matthew Jacowleff ’15 was recently promoted to head football coach, nearly two decades after beginning his Westport sports journey.
      The Making of Matty
      Cars line the curb at Wakeman, which makes parking increasingly more competitive.
      From walks to wheels: juniors eye parking perks as seniors exit
      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
      AP Art and Design is a unique class which allows for students to explore several different areas of art allowing them to choose which one is their favorite.
      AP Art allows students to explore their art passion to the fullest
      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
      Matthew Jacowleff ’15 was recently promoted to head football coach, nearly two decades after beginning his Westport sports journey.
      The Making of Matty
      Varsity team members and Coach driving in a golf cart around the course before falling to Trumbull on May 8.
      Girls’ golf swings their way to 6th in state
      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
      Students Reese Cohn ’28 and Edison Kousky ’28 share their plans for summer. From sports camps to paddle boarding classes, they are very excited for a fun summer.
      Ready, set, summer! What Staples students are doing this summer
      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
      Students Reese Cohn ’28 and Edison Kousky ’28 share their plans for summer. From sports camps to paddle boarding classes, they are very excited for a fun summer.
      Ready, set, summer! What Staples students are doing this summer
      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
      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.
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      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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          Art About Town fills downtown with creativity

          Caroline O'Kane, Creative Director|June 2, 2014

          After talking for a few minutes, the same man returns to his work creating masterpieces on the street.
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          After talking for a few minutes, the same man returns to his work creating masterpieces on the street.
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          To Caroline O’Kane ’16, dedication comes naturally. As Creative Director for Inklings, O’Kane is in charge of all the photos and graphics that go...

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          Former President Biden was diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer on Sunday, May 18th.
          BREAKING NEWS: Former President Biden diagnosed with aggressive form of prostate cancer
          The Westport Farmers’ Market opened for the season on May 8 on Imperial Ave.
          Westport Farmers’ Market a beacon of light amidst recession fears
          The game, senior assassin, removes the traditional rules like defensive shooting and immunity tools, leading to a high volume of questions.
          Senior Assassin introduces new rules and updates ahead of its May 12, 2025 launch date.
          Starting May 2025, 28 AP Exams are moving from paper to screens as the College Board launches a new digital testing era through the Bluebook app.
          From scantrons to screens: College Board moves 28 tests online starting May 2025
          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
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