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According to US News, most of the schools within the top five are within the towns surrounding Staples High school and three of the five schools are public.
Staples High School ranks highly among other Connecticut schools
Westport parents, educators and residents attended the Board of Education meeting Monday night, contributing to conversations about the equity study on the climate of Westport district schools.
Board of Education equity report release from NYU causes division, frustration
The Westport Police Department will host Prescription Drug Take Back Day at the Westport Center for Senior Activities on April 30 from 10am to 2pm. Since its creation, the event has removed nearly 15 million pounds from circulation.
Westport Police partners with DEA for Prescription Drug Take Back Day 
“Employment is for Everyone” initiative attempts to improve the general quality of life disabled.
‘Employment is for Everyone’ initiative aims to create job opportunities for disabled
Acceptance rates for the class of 2026 reach an all time low due to miscalculated yields and over-enrollment.
Class of 2026 acceptance rates plummet
Teachers should provide the class average for assessments in order to prevent students from sharing scores with one another.
Class averages foster a less competitive environment
As upcoming juniors decide where they will apply to college, it’s important that they don’t rule out colleges just because they’re “unrealistic.”
Advice for juniors: The 25-50-25 rule is not a universal mantra
Students wait in an empty classroom for a substitute to show up; however, at Staples, there is no reason for there to be a substitute for the class. Students should be allowed to work on their own without a substitute watching over them, benefiting both the school and the students.
The kids are alright: substitute teachers prove unnecessary
Some students tend to choose hobbies they are uninterested in, strictly based on how well it will appear on a college application or resume. Students must remember that in a competitive high school environment, having fun should remain as a top priority.
Students should explore true passions, abandon resume fillers
Bighorn sheep are one of the most renowned animals in Palm Springs. They are easy to find on the golf course or in the mountains.
Spring break inspires reflection
AP Chemistry classes watch “Indiana Jones” since the completion of the AP college board administered test on May 2.
End of AP classes leaves students relieved, allows for fun learning experiences
A longstanding Staples tradition, Senior Showdown is a nerf-shooting tournament during which participating seniors are given a target to “assassinate” while avoiding elimination at the hands of a foam dart themselves.
Seniors take aim at ‘Senior Showdown’
Students of the month receive a certificate of achievement.
Students reflect on ‘Student of the Month’ award impact
Books and a chalkboard represent all that teachers do for students, including picking course materials and covering what they feel is important for students to know.
Teacher Appreciation Week: Do teachers actually feel appreciated?
Staples High School marches in the Memorial Day parade in 1971.
Staples band prepares for Memorial Day parade after long wait
Sophie Alcyone ’22 (left) and Sasha Maskoff ’22 (right) attended the CAS Awards ceremony on April 5 in Plantsville, Connecticut. 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.
Seniors Maskoff, Alcyone, win 27th annual High School Arts Awards
After getting ready, most students will take pictures before going to the prom.
Senior prom sets unnecessarily expensive standard of beauty
Released on April 22, 2022, Heartstopper provides relatable, loveable LGBTQ+ romance and journey. While season two has not been announced, season one has climbed the top-watched list in America and the United Kingdom.
Netflix’s “Heartstopper” illustrates heartwarming, intricate LGBTQ+ journey, romance 
Netflix released season four of Drive to Survive on March 13. Drive to Survive captures the behind-the-scenes moments of the Formula 1 race season, including team rivalries, driver lineups and the role of money in the sport.
Season four of ‘Drive to Survive’ delivers the behind the scenes of a thrilling Formula 1 season
The new Kardashians show excites fans across the nation.
The Kardashians on Hulu stylishly shifting to showcase real, raw life
Evelyn Chudowsky ’24 celebrates a goal from her team in a game against Bermuda on April 28.
Evelyn Chudowsky ’24 embarks on Dominican Republic national team
Club sport athletes at Staples do not get the recognition they deserve despite their immense dedication.
Inclusion of Staples athletes in club sports is a must
Students compete in a full speed gym class game.
Athletes forced to participate in gym class at the expense of their performance, health and academics
The boys lost the first set 28-26 but went on to win the next three sets in a four set game.
Boys’ volleyball defeats Norwalk in vital 3-1 victory
The girls’ lacrosse team has had a solid first half of the season. They hope to close out the season strong.
Girls’ lacrosse continues to fight through competition
Recommendations of activities to do to keep yourself busy over the summer.
Summer activities to cure boredom
Bonkers Cupcakes opened this spring in downtown Fairfield. They serve a variety of cupcakes with different buttercream frostings.
Bonkers Cupcakes sweetens Fairfield County dessert scene
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
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
The first round of Senior Assassin begins on Monday, May 23 and will end on Sunday, May 29 at 11:59 PM.
Senior Showdown sparks excitement
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
Two competing houses on Maple St. express opposing political viewpoints of the upcoming presidential election through banners, signs and flags. The WPD’s press release stated that signs placed on private property may not extend beyond the property line. In addition, it is recommended that residents remove their respective signs within two days after the election, or other specified event.
Removal of political signage around Westport prompts WPD response
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
The first round of Senior Assassin begins on Monday, May 23 and will end on Sunday, May 29 at 11:59 PM.
Senior Showdown sparks excitement
Seniors announced college decisions by May 1, the decision deadline for many schools.
Seniors share college decision considerations
Many seniors have created their own internship plans catered to their personal interests or potential future career choices. Some examples include working with a psychologist, interning at a music school and teaching dance classes.
Seniors find value in creating self designed internships
While many students begin their college search before junior year, the bulk of the college process, including standardized testing and essay writing, takes place at the end of junior year and the beginning of senior year.
Students evaluate approach to college process
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
Staples warming up before tip off against Brian McMahon with no fans in the gym.
The success of Staples basketball
Recommendations of activities to do to keep yourself busy over the summer.
Summer activities to cure boredom
Bonkers Cupcakes opened this spring in downtown Fairfield. They serve a variety of cupcakes with different buttercream frostings.
Bonkers Cupcakes sweetens Fairfield County dessert scene
While the pasta options range in caloric density, all are easy to make and delicious in their own way.
Trader Joe’s offers variety of gnocchi to satisfy pasta cravings
Bachelor Matt James and winner of this season Rachal Kirkconnel had clear tension between them at the after the final rose ceremony. Rachel shed many tears, as Matt was so heartbroken he could barely speak.
Bachelor finale shocks Bachelor Nation
These are all of the materials needed to cuff any pair of pants and sew exciting stitches to the linings of clothing articles. This will revamp garments in addition to providing pops of color.
Crafting clothes proves fun quarantine activity
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
First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
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Before you know it, you’ll have the acceptances rolling in. Photo by Nicole DeBlasi ’15

The do’s and dont’s of the college process

May 12, 2015
James Spader as “Ultron” in a scene from “Avengers: Age of Ultron.” Photo from MCT Campus

“Avengers: Age of Ultron” lives up to the expectations

May 4, 2015
“Unfriended” is more gory than scary

“Unfriended” is more gory than scary

April 29, 2015
Finding roommates differs among colleges and students

Finding roommates differs among colleges and students

March 18, 2015
John Rice, a Partner from AKF Engineering, discusses with the board the the energy performance of a typical school and a high performance school.

Board of Education discusses SBAC testing and energy at meeting

March 13, 2015
Saul Goodman/James “Jimmy” McGill, played by Bob Odenkirk, in a scene from “Better Call Saul.” Photo courtesy of MCT Campus.

“Better Call Saul” doesn’t disappoint

February 12, 2015
Photo from MCT Campus

“Hunger Games: Mockingjay-Part 1” doesn’t fly into my heart

November 26, 2014
Some students may or may not feel the pressure to take physics. At Staples High School, there are six different physics classes students can take. According to School Counselor Victoria Capozzi, physics is generally a junior or senior year course.

Some students feel pressure to take physics

November 23, 2014
James D’Amico begins his presentation and discusses the 6-12 grade curriculum with members of the BOE. He discussed the integration of STEAM into the curriculum and meeting new state requirements for the class of 2020.

Curriculum changes and priorities control Board of Education meeting

November 11, 2014
A member from the National Executive Service Corps (NESC) answers Mark Mathias’ question.

Board of Education discusses budget and school climate at meeting

September 24, 2014

Common Application isn’t so common

September 19, 2014
Please dont ask me about college. I want to know just as much as you where I’m going to spend the next four years.

The dreaded college questions

September 15, 2014
The audience finishes their standing ovation at the May 30th performance of “Infinite Black Suitcase.”

“Infinite Black Suitcase” showcases a different side of Players

June 3, 2014
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[Photo] Physics petition fails to persuade Science Department

June 3, 2014
Sir Ian McKellen, who plays the older Magneto, in a scene from “X Men: Days of Future Past.”

“X-Men: Days of Future Past” makes me want to go back to the past

May 28, 2014
Isabel Perry ’15, a member of TAG, puts makeup on victim Carly Singer ’14.

Grim Reaper Day 2014 leaves an impact on the Staples community

May 15, 2014
Andrew Garfield, who plays Peter Parker/Spider-Man, and Emma Stone, who plays Gwen Stacey, in a scene from “The Amazing Spider-Man 2”.

“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” keeps the audience engaged in its web

May 13, 2014
How to manage your stress during AP and finals week

How to manage your stress during AP and finals week

May 8, 2014
Actors in Avenue Q and audience members hang out on stage after their first performance ended.

[Photo] The puppets of “Avenue Q” take their final bow

March 25, 2014
Zoe Fox ’16, who played Care-ee bear, Garrick New’16, who played Pooh, and Aaron Samuels ’16, who played Paddington, look through the playbill for their names and ads during a break.

“Avenue Q” stuns at opening night

March 24, 2014
Snow snow go away; come again another day

Snow snow go away; come again another day

March 20, 2014
“Endless Love” becomes an endless storyline by the end

“Endless Love” becomes an endless storyline by the end

March 6, 2014
Students and staff members make or break plans for Valentine’s Day

Students and staff members make or break plans for Valentine’s Day

February 12, 2014
Sophia Corde ‘15 pole vaults during the meet.

Girls’ track races to the finish line in the second FCIAC qualifier meet

January 7, 2014
#Twinning

#Twinning

January 5, 2014
Count me out

Count me out

December 20, 2013
Photo from MCT Campus

[Photo] The perfect ugly sweater

December 18, 2013
This is the album cover for Lady Gagas Artpop album. The picture is from The Guardian.

Lady Gaga’s “Artpop” isn’t so artful

November 19, 2013
This is one of the many album covers for Bangerz. The image is from Billboard. com

“Bangerz” leaves Miley’s old image behind

October 16, 2013
A Smarter Balance?

A Smarter Balance?

October 10, 2013

Since When Do I Like Gym?

October 4, 2013
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[Photo] Emmys Give Awards to…Really?

September 27, 2013
Seniors party on the backs of their cars and get pumped up for the homecoming game.

Homecoming: Off the Field

September 22, 2013
This years homecoming took place under the lights, another change in the events evolution.

[Photo] The Evolution of the Homecoming Experience

September 21, 2013
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[Photo] A Horrendous Homecoming: Part Two?

September 20, 2013
R-rated Ridiculousness

R-rated Ridiculousness

September 2, 2013
A Successful Opening Night

A Successful Opening Night

May 31, 2013
Staples Players perform in a preview of You Cant Take It With You on May 29.

Can Funny Be Taught?

May 30, 2013
One Acts Show a Different Side of Players

One Acts Show a Different Side of Players

April 26, 2013

A Variety of Talent

April 11, 2013
To Take Or Not To Take: Getting A Ride To School

To Take Or Not To Take: Getting A Ride To School

March 27, 2013
March 14, 2013 | Staples Players Rehearse for A Chorus Line

March 14, 2013 | Staples Players Rehearse for “A Chorus Line”

March 14, 2013
5 Ways to Brave the Cold and Last Until Springtime

5 Ways to Brave the Cold and Last Until Springtime

February 26, 2013
Two Thumbs Down

Two Thumbs Down

February 15, 2013
Midterm Stress During Break: Is It Really Worth It?

Midterm Stress During Break: Is It Really Worth It?

February 4, 2013
Hidden in the Background: The Percussionists in the Orchestra

Hidden in the Background: The Percussionists in the Orchestra

December 19, 2012
The Board of Education voted on Dec. 3 to keep both February and April break intact after Hurricane Sandy.

Did the BOE Really Make the Right Decision?

December 14, 2012
Red Dawn: A Remake Of A Classic

Red Dawn: A Remake Of A Classic

December 7, 2012
Black Friday: A Day Of Chaos

Black Friday: A Day Of Chaos

November 26, 2012
Nov. 7, 2012 | Post-Sandy Storm

Nov. 7, 2012 | Post-Sandy Storm

November 7, 2012
Rebel Wilson attends the premiere of Universal Pictures Pitch Perfect, at ArcLight Cinemas in Los Angeles on Sept. 24, 2012. (Apega/Abaca Press/MCT)

“Pitch Perfect” Hits All The Right Notes

October 18, 2012
Oct. 11, 2012 | Snack Time

Oct. 11, 2012 | Snack Time

October 11, 2012
“House at the End of the Street”: Don’t Come and Visit

“House at the End of the Street”: Don’t Come and Visit

October 6, 2012
Oct. 6, 2012 | Doggy Day

Oct. 6, 2012 | Doggy Day

October 6, 2012

Waste of Space? Students’ Lockers Continue to Go Unused

October 5, 2012

iPad 2 vs. Nook Color: Is the More Expensive Option Really the Better One?

March 8, 2012
Contagion: One Sick Film

‘Contagion’: One Sick Film

September 23, 2011
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