![While the intention of the new FAFSA application was to simplify the aid process for families, the rollout challenges ended up causing more harm than good, especially for those in greatest need.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Screen-Shot-2024-05-07-at-11.26.16-PM.png)
FAFSA complications push back senior decision day
Ella Harrington '25, Web News Editor
• May 7, 2024
![The paper version of the SAT has now been changed to digital.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-28-at-1.43.02-PM.png)
Juniors express opinions after taking new digital SAT test
Corbin Chaney ’25, Staff Writer
• March 28, 2024
Hot Demand: Overcoming Competition to Succeed
Ella Harrington '25, Olivia Signorile ’25, Lily Rimm '25, and Zoe Alpert ’25
• March 22, 2024
![The emergence of post high school plan Instagram accounts has heightened stress among students and proved to be unproductive. Although intending to be positive, it fosters competition.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-03-12-at-12.20.28-PM.png)
‘Post high school plan’ Instagram pages prove unproductive, generate competition
Jolie Gefen ’24, Web Managing Editor
• March 12, 2024
![Entering 2024, students are now able to participate in the digital SAT which provides many advantages and new opportunities, in contrast to the paper SAT that was previously given. (Graphic from Wikimedia)](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-01-at-11.32.27 AM.png)
Digital SAT unleashes new advantages, monumental for the future of testing
Siena Petrosinelli ’25, Paper Arts Editor
• March 1, 2024
![Students coming to hear about their options for getting scholarships through Staples during lunch on Feb.7.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-16-at-2.34.53 PM.png)
The College and Career center welcomes students for annual scholarship workshop
Catie Campagnino '26, Staff Writer
• February 16, 2024
![The School Counseling Department celebrates National School Counseling Week by recognizing the many individuals who guide Staples students towards success everyday. Their devoted work is always appreciated and it never goes unnoticed. (Photo contributed by @stapleshighschool_counseling on Instagram)](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-15-at-10.29.05 PM-1200x899.png)
National School Counseling Week prompts gratitude, recognition for Staples counselors
Ruby Kantor ’24, Paper Managing Editor
• February 15, 2024
![Legacy admissions remain a contentious topic among Connecticut schools, with some opting to consider legacy status while others do not. However, this practice remains a significant factor in admissions decisions at many prestigious institutions.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-08-at-2.21.23 PM-1200x896.png)
Connecticut lawmakers may consider ban on legacy admission consideration
Anna Kercher '25, Paper Features Editor
• February 8, 2024
![Since the events of Oct. 7, 2023, many Jewish students have become uncomfortable with others knowing about their Jewish identities, as well as with discussing the conflict between Hamas and Israel.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screenshot-2024-01-08-at-12.38.27-PM-1200x1198.png)
Jewish students navigate college campus safety concerns
Rachel Olefson '25, Web News Editor
• January 8, 2024
![With the college decisions that were released in recent weeks, seniors speculate and gossip over every decision given back, creating very negative talk surrounding college.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/college.png)
Stop the spread: infectious college admission talk infests Staples
Talia Varsano ’24, Paper Managing Editor
• December 22, 2023
Seniors attend college info meetings, narrow down early decision applications
Tristan Gonzalez '24, Web Sports Editor
• November 29, 2023
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