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Sidewalks in Westport are in poor condition, affecting civilians and prompting the new allotment of repair funds.
Westport given new sidewalk repair funds 
Statistics given that allow for Connecticut schools to be ranked 2nd in the country when compared to other schools in US states according to WFSB.
Connecticut schools rank in the top three for education quality
While the town of Westport may originally have planned on seeing all of Staples’ repaved by next year, that appears to not be the case.
Staples’ repaving project incomplete, timetable of completion unknown
On Sept. 13, parents of students in grades 11 and 12 leave the SHS building after meeting with their childrens teachers on Back to School Night. BTSN consisted of teachers introducing themselves as well as discussing their goals for the upcoming school year to parents.
Staples parents attend Back to School Night in-person for the first time in two years
As of the 2022-2023 school year, students will store their phones in holders for each class period.
Administration introduces, enforces new personal device policy
Harry Styles interacting with the crowd at Madison Square Garden while singing Adore You.
Post-concert depression is real, the worst.
Parents look over a youth soccer match (Photo contributed by Katharine Murray)
Parents over-involvement in youth sports detrimental to kids
Students face new, extreme punishments including having phones taken away and immediate Saturday detentions.
New school policies punish students unwarrantly, merit system more suited
Microaggressions are more hurtful than you think
Microaggressions are more hurtful than you think
A stairway at Staples goes empty without students present. Currently, students get nine days and three week-long vacations off during the course of the year, with vacation days more common towards the beginning of the year and vacation weeks more common towards the end.
Extra vacation days prove disappointingly implemented
‘shshallupdates’ returns and so does the mystery of who’s behind the screen.
‘shshallupdates’ account throne passed on
Kaya Law ’24 runs Anya Nair’s ’24 Educate the Elementary club stand. This club had over five pages of students eager to sign up.
Involvement Fair promotes new Staples clubs, increases involvement
Dresses at Winged Monkey, a clothing store in Westport, await the rush of junior girls going shopping for their outfits.
Junior girls count down to Counties
Students in AP Music Theory during period 4, featured in the middle of a busy day with Mr. Giampietro and Ms. Mascaro. Photograph by Audrey Curtis
AP Music Theory blends creativity, challenge for musically gifted students
Some students plan their schedules to make sure they get enough credit early in their high school careers. Others cram their graduation credits in junior or senior year.
Students stress over art credits
With Halloween right around the corner, reviews on the most essential horror movies are in to perfect a night of jumpscares, candy and popcorn. Graphic contributed by whatsageek.com
Four to Watch for Fright Night
Two Staples students received All-National Honors, making them the top performing high school musicians in the country. The musicians will travel to National Harbor, Maryland to participate in a prestigious ensemble where they will showcase their talents in the annual ANHE program showcase taking place at the beginning of November this year.
Staples musicians receive ‘All-National Honors,’ deemed top high school musician in country
Toquet Hall is located on 58 Post Road E, Westport and is open to everyone. Whether it be game night, arts and crafts, live music, or drop-in hours, the hall has something for everyone. Photo by Margot Richlin ’23
Students reflect on affordable Toquet Hall musical performances
Satire image describing many viewers’ thoughts on the upcoming season of Disneys “Dancing with the Stars” Graphic by Rachel Olefson ’25
‘Dancing with the Stars’ premiere leaves audiences with mixed reactions
No relationship is perfect, yet the many inappropriate, bigoted traits her characters posess could be destructive to the youth
Colleen Hoover’s lack of viewer discretion harms audience
Staples and Darien show good sportsmanship by high-fiving each other after the game ends.
Girls’ JV field hockey ties Darien
Staples celebrates Matthew Shackelford’s ’23 last minute goal (Photo by Mark Sikorski)
Wreckers come out on top in dramatic game vs Westhill
Parents look over a youth soccer match (Photo contributed by Katharine Murray)
Parents over-involvement in youth sports detrimental to kids
The swimming pool at Staples High School is used for freshmen aquatics and other student extra curricular activities
Return of freshman aquatics creates controversial splash
Isabelle Nahon ’23 and Emma Nahon ’23 are both committed to colleges to continue their athletic journey playing Field Hockey. Isabelle plans to attend Hamilton College while Emma plans to attend University of Pennsylvania.
Committed Staples athletes enjoy stress-free year
Under the cell phone policy, students are required to place their phone into a designated sleeve. However, this policy isn’t enforced in every class.
Students and teachers on new cell phone policy
Appreciating small accomplishments: Finding positivity in times of stress
Appreciating small accomplishments: Finding positivity in times of stress
English teacher Alexandra McHale provides insight to her personal and professional lifestyles while tending to her teacher duties.
20 Questions with Ms. McHale: cruising the Staples halls
In the video, students and faculty shared their opinions on superstitions, as well as some superstitions they hold and the weirdest superstitions they’ve heard.
Students share opinions on superstitions
The line for sandwiches at lunch at Staples is often lengthy and filled with people from all corners of the building. School members share their opinions on the sandwiches, and why this lunch item is so special at the school.
Why are Staples’ sandwiches so special? Students and staff share their input
In a report created by Colliers Project Leader for the Westport Finance and Facilities Subcommittee earlier this year, it was recommended that $600,000 of a $8.16 million improvement plan should be used on electrical improvements and repairs.
Long Lots Elementary School fire causes evacuation for students
Bedford teacher Arthur Ellis (pictured above) turned himself in on April 27 due to sexual assault allegations. Ellis was officially charged with sexual assault in the fourth degree and risk of injury to a minor. Ellis has posted bail and is awaiting trial on May 6.
Bedford teacher turns himself into police after sexual assault accusations
Governor Ned Lamont plans to implement the most ambitious reopening plan in the tristate area since the pandemic started last year. Throughout March and April, all capacity limits for most businesses and personal retail stores are being lifted.
Connecticut’s transition to 100% capacity, eased restriction concerns among students
Increased flooding downtown threatens shops through costs and water damage
Increased flooding downtown threatens shops through costs and water damage
A COVID-19 vaccine is currently being developed.
Potential COVID-19 vaccine brings controversy
Under the cell phone policy, students are required to place their phone into a designated sleeve. However, this policy isn’t enforced in every class.
Students and teachers on new cell phone policy
Westport Nutrition held its grand opening on May 21. Its focus is healthy, fueling drinks for the community, targeting athletes.
Westport Nutrition fuels community with healthy options
Most students have plans to travel this summer, whether it is visiting the beach or a foreign country.
Students share plans for upcoming summer break
Seniors preparing to leave Staples think back on all of the memories that made their high school experience.
Seniors reflect, rejoice on favorite high school memories
Staples seniors reflect on past high school memories and gear up to graduate and move onto their next chapter.
Seniors reflect on lessons learned, highschool experiences
In this podcast, we take a look at Colorado Avalanche and New York Rangers playoff predictions.
New York Rangers embark on NHL playoffs
The Staples girls’ lacrosse team played under the lights on the football field for the first time in a regular season game.
Girls’ lacrosse finally plays under the lights
In 2017, the United States had the fastest growing squash population across the globe and saw junior participation grow fourfold, as per US Squash. In line with the national trend, Staples girls’ squash is seeing an increase in involvement, with 22 girls rostered this season compared to 16 last year.
Girls’ squash commences new season, grows in popularity
This past weekend, Gonzalez traveled to Tennessee to meet her All-American teammates and play in an East vs West game, which Gonzalez’s team won 5-0.
Soccer Star Gaby Gonzalez ’22 Scores All-American
Staples gets set to tip off at home against Fairfield Warde on March 28.
Staples Basketball Recap
Westport Nutrition held its grand opening on May 21. Its focus is healthy, fueling drinks for the community, targeting athletes.
Westport Nutrition fuels community with healthy options
Most students have plans to travel this summer, whether it is visiting the beach or a foreign country.
Students share plans for upcoming summer break
Valerie Dreyfuss and Lily Caplan discover what students are listening to.
What’s Staples listening to?
Elle Vail ’23 satirically provides her insight upon this year’s junior prom dresses on the Paris Hilton’s “hot or not” spectrum.
Junior Prom Dresses: Hot or Not Satire
Summer activities to cure boredom
Summer activities to cure boredom
Photo by Shira Zeiberg “Operation Varsity Blues” is a documentary investigating the mastermind behind the scheme to get kids of rich families into top colleges.
Netflix film ‘Operation Varsity Blues’ sheds light on college admissions scandal
Staples students are cautious to travel due to the looming threat of COVID-19.
Students traveling for vacation raises COVID concerns
Each year, students must receive recommendations from teachers to enroll in specific level classes. Though these recommendations are helpful, they also can restrain students from taking classes they know they can handle.
Teacher recommendations do more harm than good
After making our way through the towns best diners and delis, we found that the classic Sherwood Diner breakfast sandwich was our favorite.
Students search for Westport’s best egg sandwich
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First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
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Spring allergies strike Staples

Spring allergies strike Staples

May 30, 2014
Alyson Hannigan and Cobie Smulders in a scene from How I Met Your Mother

How I came to terms with the “How I Met Your Mother” series finale

April 3, 2014
Rain loved by some abhorred by most

Rain loved by some abhorred by most

April 3, 2014
Patrick Beusse 15 sits in the library with his trash bag.

Trash the trash bag assignment

March 31, 2014

Girls’ track team wraps up strong season with impressive showing at nationals

March 22, 2014
A look at the competitors in the big dance.

Five steps to winning the Big Dance (from a kid who’s never won)

March 15, 2014
Information for the infographic was gathered from a February 11th survey of Staples students.

Television “Scandals” entertain

February 28, 2014
Ten of the 60+ toppings that Peachwave has to offer, featuring Reese’s Pieces and M&M’s.

Peachwave should be the new fro-yo crave

February 13, 2014
Seniors begin to bank on E.D.

Seniors begin to bank on E.D.

December 20, 2013
School security under scrutiny: (from left) Michael Kashel and Roy Parks, Senior Associates at Kroll, visit Staples to continue the audit.

[Photo] Staples redraws school security after Sandy Hook

December 2, 2013

November 9, 2013
Jack Scott 14 raises his arm in celebration of what proved to be the winning goal in Stapless win over Newtown in the second round of states.

Wreckers win another nail-biter in states

November 9, 2013
Boy soccer player kicked off team following racist remark

Boy soccer player kicked off team following racist remark

November 1, 2013
Pikazyen, accompanied by his mother on the piano, performs in front of the student audience.

Staples grad, turned pro violinst, returns to roots for performance

October 18, 2013
Linebacker Jack Mendillo 15, 8, lines up in the middle before one of his two interceptions.

Wreckers take it to Black Knights in their castle

October 6, 2013
Critics Should Take a Seat on the Bench

Critics Should Take a Seat on the Bench

September 29, 2013
Aaron Hendels plate after his second trip to the buffet during break fast.

A (Holy) Day in the Life

September 16, 2013
Ga Ga for Gatsby: Gatsby Taking Westport by Storm, Old Sport

Ga Ga for Gatsby: Gatsby Taking Westport by Storm, Old Sport

June 3, 2013
Test-taking in the Gym: Forget What You’ve Heard

Test-taking in the Gym: Forget What You’ve Heard

May 20, 2013
Staples needed a fourth quarter spark, and after huddling up here at the start of the period, they got just that.

Staples Honors the Late Muchnick With Victory

April 30, 2013
March 26, 2013 | Mac and Cheese, Please

March 26, 2013 | Mac and Cheese, Please

March 26, 2013
Turn Up the Heat

Turn Up the Heat

March 26, 2013
Former Staples Student Killed in Marine Training

Former Staples Student Killed in Marine Training

March 20, 2013
Jim Nantz

Q&A With Jim Nantz

March 15, 2013
Senior James Frusciante goes up for the lay-up against West Hill.

Staples Takes Down Number One

February 8, 2013
D.A.R.E. will be dropping marijuana education in order to focus more on informing elementary students about tobacco and alcohol.

Shifting Focus: D.A.R.E Drops Marijuana from curriculum

January 14, 2013
Jan. 3, 2012 | Standardized Suffering

Jan. 3, 2012 | Standardized Suffering

January 3, 2013
Nov. 29, 2012 | After Hours

Nov. 29, 2012 | After Hours

November 29, 2012
Wreckers Roll Over Rival; Secure FCIAC Title

Wreckers Roll Over Rival; Secure FCIAC Title

November 25, 2012
STALLED AT THE CROSSROADS: Strike talks parked in neutral as all parties seek an agreement.

Dattco Drivers At Odds

October 5, 2012
Bus Drivers’ Strike Averted

Bus Drivers’ Strike Averted

September 30, 2012
Potential Bus Strike Mon., Oct. 1

Potential Bus Strike Mon., Oct. 1

September 27, 2012

Staples Students Reflect On National Political Conventions

September 14, 2012
CBS Comedies Ready to Kick-Off New Seasons

CBS Comedies Ready to Kick-Off New Seasons

September 14, 2012
Hickok-less Wreckers Start off Preseason with Draw

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September 1, 2012

Why Playoff Hockey Games at the Rock are Surreal

June 5, 2012

Wreckers In Tune to Cap Off Inaugural Year with Big Benefit

May 31, 2012

The War Against Cheating: Why Some Teachers Create Different Versions of the Same Test

May 25, 2012

Stanley Cup Playoffs Bringing Intensity, Scrutiny, and Excitement

May 14, 2012

Hard Work Paying Off, Students Honored by Principal Dodig

April 11, 2012

April 5, 2012 | Afternoon Siesta

April 5, 2012

Feb. 15, 2012 | Practice Makes Perfect

February 15, 2012

ASR: Awesome Stuff, Right? Young Scientists’ Projects Attempt to Solve Real World Problems

February 13, 2012

English Teacher Assists in Roadside Wreck

January 27, 2012
Jan. 11, 2012 | Happy Birthday Staples Style

Jan. 11, 2012 | Happy Birthday Staples Style

January 11, 2012
NBA Lockout Would Have Been Just Fine By Me

NBA Lockout Would Have Been Just Fine By Me

December 1, 2011

Lady Wreckers Romp on Senior Day

October 27, 2011

Smack-Talk for Staples Soccer: Subtle or Substantial Effects?

October 14, 2011
Staples Athletes Diets: Winning Begins At The Dinner Table

Staples Athletes’ Diets: Winning Begins At The Dinner Table

October 12, 2011
Oct. 11, 2011 | Reflecting on a Reflexion

Oct. 11, 2011 | Reflecting on a Reflexion

October 11, 2011

Strong Start to Season for Lady Wreckers

September 16, 2011
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