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In terms of system-wide emails regarding emergencies and rumors at Staples, the 2022-2023 school year has been one of the busiest. From multi-hour emergency lockdowns to a car crashing into the building, the school email list has been the primary way for parents to learn about incidents at Staples.
Administration email dispels weapon rumor
Following Greens Farms Elementary School’s Principal Kevin Cazzetta’s retirement, Brian Byrne will be the new principal.
Greens Farms Elementary School welcomes new principal
CAVA, a Mediterranean restaurant, is set to open adjacent to Westport Hardware. The restaurant’s menu consists of various types of Mediterranean bowls and pitas.
Mediterranean Restaurant CAVA coming to Westport
Prior to the event starting, senior members were responsible for folding the printed pamphlets that were handed out to the attending family.
National Honors Society welcomes new members
Two groups, Westport Pride and the WPS Pride Coalition are throwing a fundraiser event in which they are selling LGBTQ+ merchandise commemorating the Stonewall riots. The merchandise can be purchased up until Sunday, May 5. Graphic by Hannah Conn 23. (Please be advised that the graphic above is not the merchandise being sold.)
Westport Pride, WPS Pride Coalition create fundraiser, sell merchandise commemorating Stonewall, LGBTQ+ Pride
Students are faced with several final exams to study for simultaneously as the year comes to a close and final exams week begins.
Wilton High School’s elimination of final exams means Staples should follow suit
For various occasions, lots of people set up full blown picnics along the shores of Compo Beach. Here, one woman tends to the multiple tables she sets up and enjoys with her family.
Fifteen cost-effective yet captivating activities to fall in love with in Westport this summer
Students juggle standardized test prep, sports, school work and their social life during their junior year, a year associated with negative stigma for many.
An ode to junior year
Temperatures this spring have been unpredictable, leaving students weary about wearing sweatshirts or t-shirts to school. Although climate change is a factor, the natural variety of the atmosphere contributes to the temperatures.
Varying temperatures leave students not knowing what to wear
Students spend their free time in class studying and doing their homework to keep up with the workload.
Last month of school provides chaos and intense course load for students
Alex Mussomeli ’23 plans to continue exploring, adding and researching for his language after the internship ends.
The Language Architect: Alex Mussomeli embraces challenges to develop new language
Mr. Willick’s period 2 AP European History class has five remaining juniors for the final month of the 2022-23 school year.
Senior’s departure eases junior’s workload in AP courses
While TikTok has moved to block the search of “chicken nyquil” and “nyquil chicken” on its website, other keywords used to bypass the measure, such as “nyquil chinchin” are still automatically recommended by the company’s algorithm and display the same content.
Students react to rise in hazardous TikTok challenges
Camille Merganthaler ’25 sets up a table with images to represent women in the culinary industry and provide a place for her to bake her cookies.
Mergenthaler performs her way to NHD Nationals
Members of the film club, along with other high schoolers, watch “Jojo Rabbit,” a satirical film about a young German boy and his imaginary friend, a cartoonish version of Adolf Hitler, during WW2.
Staples Film Club hosts successful third movie night
This summer, upcoming anticipated films such as live action versions of “Barbie,” “The Little Mermaid,” and the sequel “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” are set to be released, stirring both fans’ excitement and criticism.
Anticipated summer movies incite buzz among film fans
Frank Ocean’s return to performing has proven to be disappointing after a “listening party” Coachella performance. Ocean has taken a leave of absence since his brothers death in 2020. His return proved to be unorganized.
Unpack Frank Ocean’s Coachella performance: disappointing return
The Staples Jazz Ensemble takes first place in their division at the National Jazz Festival with 18 ensemble members. The National Jazz Festival allowed the ensemble to show off what they have been working on together every Thursday afternoon.
Jazz Ensemble soars at National Jazz Festival
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.
Capozucca, Finger, achieve high honors at annual High School Arts Awards
The 22 one-act plays utilize casts of two to four Staples Players, telling short 10-minute stories to the Black Box theater audience from April 22-23.
One-Acts gives seniors exclusive directing opportunity
Corey Iamonico (far right), the Staples Athletic Trainer, finishes up taping one athletes ankle while discussing injuries within the boy’s lacrosse season with Anthony Armentano ’25 (left).
Staff shortage plagues Staples’ Sports Clinic, leaves injured athletes waiting for care
Cathy Schager’s Women in History class has created a bulletin board as part of an activism project to spread awareness of discrepancies between female and male athletics at Staples. The project has gotten the attention of prominent figures at Staples, including the Athletic Director who is working on a solution.
Title IX project prompts concerns, responses over athletic equality
aroline Cooper ’24 poses in her Staples lacrosse gear at team photo day
Caroline Cooper dominates the field
Ben Burmeister ’24 winds up for a shot against Massapequa late in the first half.
Wreckers fall in narrow defeat to Ridgefield, remain focused on playoffs
The girls’ tennis team comes together for a pre-match team huddle at home.
Girls’ tennis bounces back, bonds as team
Many students plan to have this summer filled with travel, activities and relaxation. Juniors also anticipate a summer filled with college tours and admissions preparation.
Summer preview: 4 students share agendas for upcoming months
Fairfield County offers many different hiking locations. The ones I reccommend are all family and beginner friendly hikes that offer opportunities to explore nature such as the hikes at Wilton Town Forest (pictures above) in Wilton, Connecticut.
Exploring Fairfield County: Five family-friendly destinations to hike
Students recall their favorite moments from the 2022-23 school year. “Sophomore Lifetime Activities class skateboarding has been one of my favorite activities of the year,” Lucas Ceballos-Cala ’25 said.
Staples shares favorite moments of the 2022-23 year
The Annual Winslow Park Dog Festival provides an opportunity for local residents to adopt dogs from nearby shelters, with the aim of finding permanent homes for numerous animals.
Winslow Park Dog Festival returns to Westport
Students have traveled to a variety of destinations around the globe whether it be with family or friends. These destinations can range from Europe to the Middle East or even if it be around the United States. As summer is nearing, students are also planning their summer travel destinations and what they plan to do at them.
Students venture around the world at various destinations
Many students plan to have this summer filled with travel, activities and relaxation. Juniors also anticipate a summer filled with college tours and admissions preparation.
Summer preview: 4 students share agendas for upcoming months
Students recall their favorite moments from the 2022-23 school year. “Sophomore Lifetime Activities class skateboarding has been one of my favorite activities of the year,” Lucas Ceballos-Cala ’25 said.
Staples shares favorite moments of the 2022-23 year
The Annual Winslow Park Dog Festival provides an opportunity for local residents to adopt dogs from nearby shelters, with the aim of finding permanent homes for numerous animals.
Winslow Park Dog Festival returns to Westport
Students have traveled to a variety of destinations around the globe whether it be with family or friends. These destinations can range from Europe to the Middle East or even if it be around the United States. As summer is nearing, students are also planning their summer travel destinations and what they plan to do at them.
Students venture around the world at various destinations
Students remember, give thanks to veterans
Students remember, give thanks to veterans
Fairfield County offers many different hiking locations. The ones I reccommend are all family and beginner friendly hikes that offer opportunities to explore nature such as the hikes at Wilton Town Forest (pictures above) in Wilton, Connecticut.
Exploring Fairfield County: Five family-friendly destinations to hike
From right to left: Emma Porzio ’23, Grace Fuori ’23, Brooke Devine ’23, Sasha Chamlin ’23, Emma Mechanic ’23, Genevieve Clark ’23, Jenny Bradshaw ‘’23, Carly Chamlin ’23 celebrate their last day as Staples students, wearing customized Staples sunglasses given to them at the picnic.
One last hurrah: Staples holds picnic to celebrate senior class
Yorkshire puddings are a traditional British side dish that requires only a few basic ingredients and simple instructions. Whether youre serving them for a special occasion or as a weeknight dinner, Yorkshire puddings are a tasty and fulfilling addition to any meal.
Step-by-step guide: How to make Yorkshire puddings
The group of 20 students competed in two rounds in the national competition, hosted by Center for Civic Education in Washington, D.C.
We the People team competes in national competition, explores D.C.
The Passover Seder is a household custom that combines food, music, storytelling and religious ceremonies. During the first and occasionally second night of Passover, families gather for a seder.
Passover Seders provide meaningful traditions
On the Wreckord — Episode Nine
On the Wreckord — Episode Nine
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On the Wreckord — Episode Seven
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On the Wreckord – Episode Six
On the Wreckord - Episode Five
On the Wreckord – Episode Five
St. Andrew’s South African rugby team poses with the Staples boys’ rugby team at the Gonzaga Rugby Classic Tournament.
Staples boys’ rugby team welcomes South Africans to Westport
Elisa Feinman, behavior therapist, aids Browne in communication. Feinman helped deliver Browne’s heartfelt Father’s Day card.
W. Browne flourishes with spelling board, transcends communication gap
Sam Paris ’23 represents Team USA as a Skyliner Senior Synchronized Skater.
Team USA competitors juggle athletic, academic pursuits
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
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Volunteers of all ages can help out at the Norwalk Police Department annual coat drive, “Keeping Norwalk Warm.” The event provides coats and outerwear for families who may not be able to provide these items for themselves or their families.

Staples must provide accessible volunteer opportunities for teenage growth, academic success

Lauren Hassell ’22, Web Features Editor • June 11, 2021

Teenagers are selfish creatures. Volunteerism may not be the first thought that comes to mind when they think about extracurricular activities. However, it should be an important part of a teenager’s...

B3 cancellation upsets student participants

Hannah Kail ’22 and Lily Caplan ’22 • February 5, 2021

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B3 teams make lasting friendships through their week long trip, constantly strengthening their relationships with one another on and off the worksites.

B3 trip forms lasting relationships through philanthropic community service

Karina Murray ’22, Features editor • March 5, 2020

While February break brings a time for exotic vacation, time to spend with the ones you love or time to grow individually as a person, for Builders Beyond Borders (B3) participants, it combines all three....

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Builders Beyond Borders team takes on Costa Rica

Maria Krug ’22 and Tori Wilson ’22 • March 4, 2020

Mission trip participants compare experiences

Grace Livecchi '21 and Annabelle Iannone '21 • March 4, 2020

Each B3 team that travels to Guatemala has five adult advisors and four to eight student advisors. The student advisors are seniors and work each day with the adults to plan the day out. This year, there were three teams that all traveled to a different part of Guatemala and had a different project.

B3 trips leave a lasting impact on communities abroad

Bailey Blaikie '19, Paper Managing Editor • March 31, 2019

Builders Beyond Borders volunteered in Guatemala over February break. They constructed necessary buildings and structures such as schools.

Builders Beyond Borders ventures to Guatemala

Elliot Kaufman '19, Web Managing Editor • March 1, 2019

Stepping off the plane in Guatemala, the Builders Beyond Borders (B3) student participants were eager to begin their community service trip. Between building schools, active excursions and creating bonds...

Builders Beyond Borders reflect on trip to the Dominican Republic

Builders Beyond Borders reflect on trip to the Dominican Republic

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Builders Beyond Borders immerses students in new cultures

Builders Beyond Borders immerses students in new cultures

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By: Francesca Truitt '17 Over February break, students could be found on various trips; some ventured out west to ski, others traveled south to bask in the heat, and another group of students traveled...

Digging into students excitement for Ecuador

Digging into students’ excitement for Ecuador

Jane Schutte , Breaking News Managing Editor • February 9, 2016

Builders Beyond Borders is meant to build, share and inspire both friendships and communities. This year the organization is headed off to Ecuador for nine days in February to work in classrooms, build...

MAKING CONNECTIONS: Members from the group such as Charlotte Rowland ’14 make unbreakable bonds with the children from the Domincan Republic, while building bathrooms for their community. The group plans to continue their work during this February break in Guatemala to help more impoverished communities. Photos contributed by Caroline O’Kane ’16

Builders Beyond Borders breaks native hardships

Eliza Goldberg, Staff Writer • March 2, 2015

If one were to look at Builders Beyond Borders (B3) member’s Facebook albums, they would see photos of members smiling as they stand in a home they were building, making funny faces with members of the...

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Castles in the Sand beautifies Compo

Caroline O'Kane, Creative Director • May 12, 2014

Snow days break up spring break

Snow days break up spring break

Justine Seligson, Photo Coordinator • March 5, 2014

Westport Public Schools have had six school cancellations this year, which is one day over the allotted five. As a result, April Break could potentially be reduced by a weekend and that first Monday, making...

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