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After raining for multiple hours, snow from the storm is finally seen sticking to multiple surfaces.
Connecticut weathers second major storm
The Staples Best Buddies Chapter poses for a group picture to post on their instagram to promote outside of school events.
Best Buddies hosts annual Friendship Ball
Most of the rates for Compo Beach parking have seen a 10% increase; however, this does not apply to the price of non-resident passes where the price was decided based on the rate from 2017. All data compiled from WestportNews. Graphic by Aidan Sprouls 23.
Compo Beach updates prices for 2023 season
A car crashes into the culinary classroom before 8 a.m., causing a gas leak and fire alarm, and forcing an evacuation.
Car crashes into school, causes fire alarm and evacuation
Proposed Connecticut legislation would require parental consent for social media users under the age of 16 to sign up for popular social media platforms, including but not limited to, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok.
Proposed Connecticut legislature requires parental permission for young social media users
An artificial intelligence robot named ChatGPT was created by OpenAI and released in November 2022. Students and teachers have debated how and when to use the tool for academics as its popularity rises.
ChatGPT dominates school debate; helping or hurting?
Personal Financial Management should be a graduation requirement to ensure that students are able to make informed financial decisions.
Personal Financial Management necessitates new graduation requirements
In modern days, Valentine’s Day has become less of a holiday centered around love, and more focused on how much money one spends. It is imperative that people remember that this holiday should be embraced and used as a way to showcase genuine feelings of affection for loved ones, and not to conform to society’s consumerist expectations.
Modern Valentine’s Day centers around money, must refocus on love
The AP African-American Studies course has sparked Republican criticism and served as a lightning rod in the debate over parents’ influence in education.
Gutting AP African-American studies sets dangerous precedent
A new proposal by the math department suggests removing the display of the decimal points in PowerSchool.
Math department proposes removal of decimal point display in PowerSchool gradebook
NHD exhibits created by U.S. History Honors students filled an entire room at Sacred Heart University.
NHD competition exhibits sophomores’ research talent
Students who receive a score of five or higher across all four sections are eligible for the Seal of Biliteracy.
STAMP testing for juniors proves helpful
Some students choose to take the ACT on top of the required SAT, as it is a differently structured test and can play to certain strengths the SAT does not.
Standardized testing culture jumpstarts an early start in preparations
Westport resident Jeni Paolella models for Bella Bridesmaids with hair styled by Whip Salon. Bella Bridesmaids is one of 20 local retail stores to participate in the fashion show.
Westport strikes pose for Homes with Hope at Fashionably Westport
Seniors recommend a variety of ideas to make the college application process easier.
Seniors advise junior class on applying to college
Raia Badurina ’23 created a short film ‘Neither One Of Us,’ and has won and been nominated to numerous film festivals.
Badurina presents short film, recognized nationwide
New restaurant Yuki Kitchen opened at 903 Post Road East in Westport in Nov., 2022. They serve Korean, Japanese and Chinese food.
Yuki Kitchen cooks up homemade Korean, Japanese and Chinese cuisine
Lomito diversifies Westport’s restaurant selections
Lomito diversifies Westport’s restaurant selections
Reading independantly and non-educationally provides an opportunity for readers to relax, engage their minds and de-stress. Choosing to read a book over scrolling through social media has proved to encourage mental health and healthy sleeping habits.
Rediscovering love for independent reading provides comfort, improves mental health 
“It Ends With Us” is loosely based on Hoover’s childhood and her mother’s experience leaving an abusive relationship, breaking the cycle of domestic violence.
‘It Ends With Us’ movie cast stirs mixed opinions
(Left to right) Eoin Cuddy ’23, Rohan Narang ’23, Sam Pirkl ’23 and Ari Perkins ’23 come together as official 2023 Spring season captains at the annual preseason meeting.
Rugby players prepare for highly anticipated season
Following the win of the Staples Wreckers, the coaches and players shake hands with the opposing team, the Manchester RedHawks.
Staples cruises past Manchester to advance in state tournament
Cooper Levinson ’24 (in the middle) competes during the Head of the Charles rowing meet.
Levinson rises to the top with rowing
Beyond just the entertainment of the games, March Madness brings people together through brackets, where people try to correctly pick the outcome of each game. (Photo by William Murray 25)
Excitement brews as March Madness nears
After their second loss of the season to Danbury, the Wreckers prepare for States with optimism and confidence. Despite losing in the FCIAC championship game, the team reflects proudly on a successful season.
Boys’ basketball falls short in FCIAC championship, remains optimistic for States
The Spot at Just Dance Studios participated in their first competition of the season this past weekend.
The Spot wins multiple awards at Starquest Dance Competition
The new Future Business Leaders of America state officers for the 2023-24 school year were elected at the FBLA conference on Friday, March 17.
FBLA in-person conference revitalizes interest in club, business
Recommendations for classes at Staples are discussed and reviewed by upperclassmen.
Favorite classes enrich student experience
Savvy & Grace and The Porch at Christie’s are both potential internship opportunities for seniors. Savvy & Grace provides experience in retail entrepreneurship, and The Porch allows interns to learn the intricacies of a small business.
Anticipation heightens as internships approach
The Staples library and Goodreads are two resources to explore the latest reads and discover new authors, book recommendations and genres.
Your next read: students pass on book recommendations
The new Future Business Leaders of America state officers for the 2023-24 school year were elected at the FBLA conference on Friday, March 17.
FBLA in-person conference revitalizes interest in club, business
Recommendations for classes at Staples are discussed and reviewed by upperclassmen.
Favorite classes enrich student experience
Savvy & Grace and The Porch at Christie’s are both potential internship opportunities for seniors. Savvy & Grace provides experience in retail entrepreneurship, and The Porch allows interns to learn the intricacies of a small business.
Anticipation heightens as internships approach
The Staples library and Goodreads are two resources to explore the latest reads and discover new authors, book recommendations and genres.
Your next read: students pass on book recommendations
Haven Hot Chicken opens its third Connecticut location. Located next to Citibank and Whole Foods, the restaurant is serving up Nashville style hot chicken and many other options.
Haven Hot Chicken hits Norwalk
The Spot at Just Dance Studios participated in their first competition of the season this past weekend.
The Spot wins multiple awards at Starquest Dance Competition
Lomito opens weeks after Westport Chinese takeout leaves. Business is off to a strong start.
Lomito brings diversity to Westport
On Feb. 3, Westport, Wilton and Weston seniors attended the Red and White Charity Ball, hosted by The Counties Assemblies.
Westport, Weston, Wilton seniors dress for a cause at Red and Whites
Chef Gans and her students spent weeks planning the event down to how each meal would be displayed, such as this spam misubi served in cones.
Staples community supports Orphenians
From Nov. 11-14, the Westport Library hosted their biannual book sale, which takes place every fall and spring. Westport residents are encouraged throughout the year to donate gently used books and vinyls to the library to be included in the sale.
Library Book Sale amazes with extensive book collection
On the Wreckord — Episode Seven
On the Wreckord — Episode Seven
On the Wreckord - Episode Six
On the Wreckord – Episode Six
On the Wreckord - Episode Five
On the Wreckord – Episode Five
On the Wreckord - Episode Four
On the Wreckord – Episode Four
On the Wreckord - Episode Three
On the Wreckord – Episode Three
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
The AP African-American Studies course has sparked Republican criticism and served as a lightning rod in the debate over parents’ influence in education.
Gutting AP African-American studies sets dangerous precedent
The 10 year anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting leaves many Americans reflecting on the insignificant growth that has been made in regards to gun control over the last decade.
10 year anniversary of Sandy Hook shooting allows Americans to reflect
The large community of TikTok that discusses and recommends books is commonly called “BookTok.” The hashtag “#BookTok” has over 93 billion views across the app.
BookTok praises few books, proves dangerous for most authors
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Audrey Kercher ’23, Breaking News Manager

Breaking News Manager Audrey Kercher ’23 was first interested in Inklings because of its prestige, but the community she found drew her in.

“I wanted to be part of a smaller community in such a big school,” Kercher said.

Kercher enjoys spending her time playing on the Staples Girls’ Varsity Tennis team.

“I like how tennis is an individual sport, it allows me to reflect on myself during matches.”

Outside of tennis, she practices her self taught skills on the guitar and ukulele. 

“I like playing any old school Taylor Swift,” Kercher said.

 

All content by Audrey Kercher '23
Raia Badurina ’23 created a short film ‘Neither One Of Us,’ and has won and been nominated to numerous film festivals.

Badurina presents short film, recognized nationwide

Audrey Kercher ’23, Breaking News Manager
March 21, 2023
Early decision results release in mid-December. Seniors that get accepted to their top choice college are bound to attend that school.

Seniors reflect on college early decision results period

Audrey Kercher ’23, Breaking News Editor
December 13, 2022
Red and White Charity Ball approaches in the new year. Attendance can be very costly as girls, along with buying expensive tickets, they must also purchase a formal outfit.

Red and Whites dance proves unnecessary

Audrey Kercher ’23, Breaking News Manager
November 22, 2022
As the Nov. 1 early deadline for college applications approaches, seniors fit college visits into their schedule. Wake Forest University (pictured above) is one college Staples students are visiting.

Class of 2023 faces struggles applying to colleges

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
October 9, 2022
Jordan Peele and the cast of “Nope” came out on July 22, 2020. “Nope,” with an interesting storyline and concepts, seemed to be popular amongst others, however, “Nope” proved to be an over-complicated movie. Graphic by Audrey Kercher 23

Peele’s ‘Nope’ proves disappointing

Audrey Kercher ’23, Breaking News Manager
September 23, 2022
Pro-abortion rights protestors gather in downtown Westport holding signs supporting DefenDemocracy’s cause and listening to speakers.

Connecticut protests for abortion rights

Audrey Kercher ’23, Breaking News Manager
May 18, 2022
Despite rising COVID cases, cases are less severe as more people are vaccinated and less deaths are occurring due to COVID. This means that people will remain safe without bringing back COVID restrictions.

Rising COVID cases should not alter normality

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
May 3, 2022
Superintendent Thomas Scarice lifted the mask mandate in Westport public schools on Feb. 28. Staples students now choose between wearing a mask or not wearing one.

Students react to lifted mask mandate

Audrey Kercher ’23, Web Arts Editor
March 8, 2022
As more celebrities attempt to get into politics, questions arise about whether this would be beneficial or harmful to American democracy.

Celebrities must stay out of politics; we must stop listening

Audrey Kercher ’23 , Web Arts Editor
March 1, 2022
Ice skating is one of the activities that can be done outside during the winter. It is a great way to stay active while also enjoying the cool climate.

Outdoor winter activities stop seasonal boredom

Audrey Kercher ’23, Web Arts Editor
January 8, 2022
Staples High School has significantly higher standardized test scores compared to the rest of the country. Because of these high test scores, Staples High School is very competitive and high-achieving in academics.

Standardized testing competition must be eliminated

Audrey Kercher ’23, Web Arts Editor
November 24, 2021
Westport children Penny and Jack Smith received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. They have just become eligible.

Westport parents remain hesitant about vaccinating their younger kids

Audrey Kercher ’23 , Web Arts Editor
November 23, 2021
Emma Nahon ’23 has committed to University of Pennsylvania for field hockey. Nahon currently plays for the Staples girls’ varsity field hockey team.

Committed Staples athletes show excitement, dedication

Audrey Kercher ’23, Web Arts Editor
October 19, 2021
Wakeman field at Bedford Middle School is the designated parking area for juniors. There are not set parking spaces, making parking there not optimal.

Harsher punishment must be enforced for parking in seniors’ spots

Audrey Kercher ’23 , Web Arts Editor
September 24, 2021
Amazon Prime Day will be held on June 21 this year. This Amazon holiday provides deals for customers and has been proven to be harmful to both the environment and to Amazon employees.

Avoid Amazon Prime Day for moral, environmental reasons

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
June 11, 2021
The third testing window is approaching for the 2021 AP exams. This window for the AP exams is happening in June and will be taken from home.

Tips to succeed on digital AP exam

Audrey Kercher ’23, Web Arts Editor
June 7, 2021

Motorcade brings closure to seniors

Audrey Kercher ’23, Web Arts Editor
May 25, 2021
Connecticut travel guidelines have been updated to be less strict, and to include options for those who have been vaccinated. These updated guidelines are less restrictive, while remaining safe.

Updated travel guidelines prove effective, safe

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
May 6, 2021
Lemon bars are easy and quick to make. They are perfect for the spring because of their light and refreshing taste and sunny color.

Lemon bars make perfect treat for spring

Audrey Kercher ’23, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
The three vaccines currently being given are highly effective in preventing COVID-19. The effectiveness of the vaccines makes more people want to take it, and also decreases the spread of COVID-19.

Vaccinating students will lead to end of pandemic

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
March 10, 2021
During COVID-19 some Westport dance studios have implemented a hybrid schedule where dancers go into the studio or dance from home via Zoom. Because of the difference in surroundings, dancers have a different experience based on their location.

Dance studio’s hybrid model changes class experience

Audrey Kercher ’23, Staff Writer
February 24, 2021
Due to confusion with the state of Connecticut, some teachers have already been vaccinated or registered to be vaccinated even though they are not technically eligible until the end of February, or even March. Currently, only phase 1a and the beginning of 1b are eligible to be vaccinated, and teachers are in the later part of phase 1b.

Vaccine eligibility contradictory, causes confusion for teachers

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
February 12, 2021
Homework assigned over the holiday break forces students to focus on school assignments rather than festive activities like decorating a Christmas tree

Homework during the holidays puts damper on festivities

Audrey Kercher ’23, Staff Writer
December 23, 2020

College kids search for jobs

Gabriella Gerig ’23 and Audrey Kercher ’23
December 22, 2020
Sticky buns serve as a wonderful breakfast or dessert for special occasions. Although it is an overnight recipe, it is so easy to make.

Sticky buns; sweet overnight treat to make for the holidays

Audrey Kercher ’23, Staff Writer
December 15, 2020
The exposure notification option in settings is available on both apple and android phones in Connecticut. When enabled, the service tracks if people have been exposed to others that have Covid-19 through logging any phone that comes within six feet. If someone with this service tests positive for Covid-19, they enter it into their phone and the exposure notifications send a message to phones that have come within six feet of the positive person.

Westport establishes hotline, exposure notifications to track Covid-19

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
November 25, 2020
The first snowfall of the school year happened recently, and it left people wondering if snow days will now be online days. Online school instead of snow days is more beneficial because it allows for students to still learn.

Online learning allows students to learn in all conditions

Audrey Kercher ’23, Staff Writer
November 10, 2020
Residents of Westport put exuberant decorations on their houses and in their yards to get in the Halloween spirit.

Halloween house decorations raise holiday spirit

Audrey Kercher ’23, staff writer
October 22, 2020
Students of Staples High School run online clubs through Zoom meetings to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Online clubs enhance students’ COVID-19 experience

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
October 9, 2020
Staples cross country runners wear masks and socially distance while running in their small cohorts at practice.

COVID-19 affects cross country team

Audrey Kercher '23, Breaking News Manager
September 25, 2020
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