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On Jan. 30 at Toquet Hall, Lighthouse hosted its “A Night of Queer History” event at Toquet Hall. Dan Woog (pictured above), Westport LGBTQ+ advocate, spoke on the history—and future—of the gay community.
Lighthouse, LGBTQ+ support organization arrives in Westport
The three finalists compete for first place during the fourth round. Photo by Cassidy Gutman 25.
Westport Library hosts 24th annual crossword puzzle contest, thrills participants
The girls’ and boys’ bathrooms located by the bridge on the second floor are open again.
Bridge bathrooms reopen after three months
Thefts in the girls’ locker room occurred on Thursday, Dec. 8, and Friday, Dec. 9, and have left female Staples students in shock and missing belongings such as AirPods, debit cards and cash.
Locker room thefts leave female students missing belongings
Christmas tree companies across the nation experience negative impacts due to the increased inflation and price of their trees.
Christmas tree price inflates near holidays
I was finally given a phone right before I started high school. It definitely comes in handy when it comes to texting my mom when to pick me up from after school activities or using it to help scan documents to submit for school work. But these are all uses that I didn’t require in middle school. The time my mom had to pick me up from after school activities was always consistent and my schoolwork never required a phone for assistance. Although I complained about not having a phone, now that I can take a step back and look rationally at my middle school experience, I never really needed one. It honestly benefited me more to not have one that it harmed me, if it even harmed me at all.
Why I’m happy I was forced to wait until high school to get a phone
A playbill of the 1984 Players production of “Cabaret.” This play takes place in WWII Germany, which means it obviously contains swastikas. This has become an issue for some because of the symbol’s history.
Censoring offensive symbols doesn’t change anything
Course selection can be very stressful and students often take classes they feel look good on their transcripts. However, taking classes of genuine interest is much more beneficial and engaging.
A guide to course selection; strive for enjoyment
As a result of going through experiences before any younger siblings, eldest siblings often suffer from anticipatory anxiety about being unsure of things like the college application process, what classes to take, and general life advice, putting them at a disadvantage in comparison to their peers who fall in a different spot in their family’s birth order.
Make it stop!: Eldest children face excessive and unnecessary pressures, anxiety
When absorbed in ones insecurities, it becomes all they think about and are reminded of it anywhere they go, such as security signs suddenly mocking people with braces, despite their real intentions.
Smile! You’re on camera: lessons from a braces late bloomer
Staples students travel far and wide to sandy or snowy destinations for February Break. The break begins on Feb. 18 and ends Feb. 26.
Snowy, sandy destinations attract students for February break
The Staples yearbook lives on the website, giving students access to the past. The yearbook includes photos of sports teams, clubs, teachers and students. The Inklings staff smiles for the camera in their Yearbook photo.
A blast from the past: Yearbooks depict Staples changes since 1935
The midterm schedule operates on the same periodic basis as the regular schedule, meaning if students have a free period they do not have to attend school during that time.
Fighting midterm hysteria: students share stories, teachers share tips
On a normal day the TVs around the schools display the same things. These things go generally unnoticed by students as they remain unchanged and aren’t very important to students.
World Cup inspires increased television usage.
Meehan sells cookies for $4 a cookie and 50 cents for special wrapping. For cakes it varies between $40-$60. It takes Meehan around four hours to complete an order, depending on the dessert.
CookiedByC creates countless customized cookies, cakes
Prince Harry recounts his experiences with his mother’s death, aggressive paparazzi, opinionated tabloids and more in his new memoir “Spare.”
‘Spare’ by Prince Harry details relatable experiences throughout his life
This is my rating for all of the songs in the album. If you want to listen, the link is the spotify link in the graphic.
Trippie Redd’s album ‘Mansion Musik’ disappoints
Staples newest lunch addition, the Wreckers Deli, is located outside of the normal area for purchasing food.
Wreckers deli reopens after years of being closed
Side by side comparison of the original cast from that 70s show and the new cast of the sequel, that 90s show. Many of the new characters are connected to the original cast, such as Leia being Donna and Eric’s daughter.
‘That ’90s Show’ fails to exceed expectations as ‘That ’70s Show’ sequel; underwhelms fans
Beauchamp engaged with the audience by talking about his history writing this movie. He also opened up the floor by inviting all members to ask questions about his process.
Keith Beauchamp drops by Staples to talk about ‘Till’
The Staples boys’ basketball team suffered their third defeat of the season, losing 69-68 against the Wilton Warriors in overtime (Photo by William Murray 25)
Boys’ basketball narrowly falls to Wilton in instant classic
Abbie Pleiter ’25, Victoria Fidalgo ’24 and Eliza Walmark ’25 cheer their teammates on during their meet earlier this season. The Wreckers’ most recent meet against Wilton was a major success, as the team scored almost 2 points higher than their highly ranked competition.
Gymnastics scores soar, strengthens team spirit
The Wreckers celebrate the final buzzer sounding, signaling their victory. (Photo by Mark Sikorski)
Staples boys’ basketball prevails over Ludlowe in straight-forward victory
VJ Sarullo will officially begin his role as Staples new athletic director in March of 2023.
Staples welcomes new athletic director, VJ Sarullo, in March 2023
Kathryn Asiel ’24 and Sofia Fidalgo ’25 are announced as next seasons 2023 Staples girls varsity field hockey captains at the annual end of season banquet by coach Ian Tapsall.
Through thick and thin, Kathryn Asiel fiercely works her way to captain
The Original Pancake House stacks up to Westport breakfast standards
Makeups rising prices leave teenagers turning to affordable drugstore brands for dupes on popular products. Drugstore makeup brands have been replicating expensive, high quality products, and making them cheaper for all to afford.
Makeup product dupes offer affordable alternative
“Who are you voting for for class clown?” Senior Jeffery Pogue should take the prize for this one.
Finding Humor in Seriousness: Senior Superlatives
A positive mentality has the ability to change the outcome of certain situations. Whether that be reminding yourself to stay calm or adopting an optimistic phrase, there can be a beneficial outcome to any situation.
Goldfish! What motivational phrases help students when stressed?
In early January, the Westport Library announced that it was given a 5-star rating from the Public Library Service’s 2022 “Library Journal Index.” The Westport Library was the only Connecticut library to be awarded one. Originally a reading room in 1886, the library has only grown and expanded in recent years, even receiving renovations in 2019 to revise the library space.
Westport Library receives 5-star rating, staff members reflect
The Original Pancake House stacks up to Westport breakfast standards
In early January, the Westport Library announced that it was given a 5-star rating from the Public Library Service’s 2022 “Library Journal Index.” The Westport Library was the only Connecticut library to be awarded one. Originally a reading room in 1886, the library has only grown and expanded in recent years, even receiving renovations in 2019 to revise the library space.
Westport Library receives 5-star rating, staff members reflect
Mexicue opened on Nov. 16 on Westport’s Main Street.
Mexicue brings authentic Mexican cuisine to Westport
An armed Westport police officer walks towards Staples to evaluate the swatting threat.
Staples High School receives fake shooter threat causing lockdown
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
In early January, the Westport Library announced that it was given a 5-star rating from the Public Library Service’s 2022 “Library Journal Index.” The Westport Library was the only Connecticut library to be awarded one. Originally a reading room in 1886, the library has only grown and expanded in recent years, even receiving renovations in 2019 to revise the library space.
Westport Library receives 5-star rating, staff members reflect
Students enjoy warmer weather during winter break as they vacation away from Westport.
Students reflect on short-lived winter break
Elle’s Music Review: Dad’s Hot Take
Elle’s Music Review: Dad’s Hot Take
Jeera Thai, a small local business, is loved by students.
Local businesses bring life to community
Brandy Melville allows for a warped body image with their one size fits all theory. This video will put this to the test, trying on different tops and pants with honest reviews.
Brandy Melville’s one size fits all causes damage to young minds
The World Cup provided excitement for many members of the Staples community.
Community shares reactions following World Cup
Winter sports captains prepare for their final season with their team.
Winter sports captains embark on new season with high hopes
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lucie Nivaud ’24 pledged to donate 25 cents to Pinkaid for every volleyball assist. Nivaud raised around $85 from her own contributions and even more from donations.
Nivaud bumps, sets, spikes Pinkaid goal through volleyball fundraiser
Boys’ cross country participated in the FCIACs meet and placed second on Oct. 19.
Boys’ cross country reflects on FCIAC performance
In this podcast, we take a look at Colorado Avalanche and New York Rangers playoff predictions.
New York Rangers embark on NHL playoffs
The Original Pancake House stacks up to Westport breakfast standards
Makeups rising prices leave teenagers turning to affordable drugstore brands for dupes on popular products. Drugstore makeup brands have been replicating expensive, high quality products, and making them cheaper for all to afford.
Makeup product dupes offer affordable alternative
Elle’s Music Review: Dad’s Hot Take
Elle’s Music Review: Dad’s Hot Take
Jeera Thai, a small local business, is loved by students.
Local businesses bring life to community
Brandy Melville allows for a warped body image with their one size fits all theory. This video will put this to the test, trying on different tops and pants with honest reviews.
Brandy Melville’s one size fits all causes damage to young minds
Makeups rising prices leave teenagers turning to affordable drugstore brands for dupes on popular products. Drugstore makeup brands have been replicating expensive, high quality products, and making them cheaper for all to afford.
Makeup product dupes offer affordable alternative
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
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
On the Wreckord - Episode Two
On the Wreckord – Episode Two
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
Within the last few months, swatting cases have increased countrywide, heightening concern among school communities.
Connecticut swatting incident highlights growing national problem
Annam Olasewere ’25 participated in the USA Swimming National Select Camp in order to improve her mindset both in and out of the pool.
Annam Olasewere makes a splash at USA Swimming National Select Camp
On Oct. 3, a Board of Education meeting was held regarding the status of several books containing LGBTQIA+ and sexual content. These books were debated on by several members of the Westport community.
Staples library display incites community response at BOE meeting
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On April 4, members of the Westport community gathered at the library to hear TEAM Westport essay contest winners read their work and receive their awards.

TEAM Westport ceremony showcases student works addressing race in community 

Lea Rivel ’22, Staff Writer • April 28, 2022

TEAM (Together Effectively Achieving Multiculturalism) Westport presented awards to three students for their essays on ideas of race in our community at the Westport Public Library on Monday, April 4....

A partial view of the full rankings, showing the top three schools, out of a list featuring nearly 200 public high schools in the state.

Staples named Best Public High School in Connecticut

Finnegan Courtney ’23, Executive TV Producer • May 4, 2021

Staples was named the number one best public high school in Connecticut according to Niche’s annual “Best Public High Schools in Connecticut” ranking for 2021, receiving an A+ in its overall Niche...

Starting in the 2022-2023 school year, the state of Connecticut is mandating that all public high schools offer a course called African American, Black, Latino, and Puerto Rican Studies. But if there aren’t enough students to sign up for the class, students are not obligated to offer it. However, it is necessary that all students are required to take this class.

African American, Black, Latino and Puerto Rican Studies must be a required course

Ella Alpert '22, Web Features Editor • March 2, 2021

In my two and a half years as a student at Staples, almost every book I’ve been assigned has been written by a white male. The only historical events centered around Black Americans that I was taught...

Despite its advances in diversity and representation, Public Act No, 19-12, or An Act Concerning The Inclusion Of Black And Latino Studies In The Public School Curriculum, does not provide proper treatment to Connecticut’s Native American community.

New Black, Latino history bill lacks needed representation for Native Americans

Jake Fitzpatrick '22, Staff Writer • January 29, 2021

On Dec. 29, 1890, an estimated 150 Native Americans were killed in the Wounded Knee Massacre. After that, Native American history stops; no more “notable” events happened afterward. At least, that’s...

Ellee Seitz ’21 works on posters to promote work language week during her honors Italian class. Many world language classes spent time making and hanging up posters around the school.

World Language Week returns to Staples

Chelsea Strober '21, Staff Writer • March 20, 2020

All over the country, the first weeks of March are recognized as World Language Week. The week promotes and celebrates foreign languages and cultures from all around the world. While it has not taken place...

World Language Week returns to Staples

Chelsea Strober '21 and Molly Gold '21 • March 18, 2020

Amazon now carries the Day of the Dead Barbie, Mattel finally includes a doll that isn’t blonde or white. Picture from Amazon.com.

Mattel applauded for diversifying their product

Theresa Vandis '22, Assistant Business Manager • October 10, 2019

Barbie has established societal expectations for 60 years. After years of restrictions within the consumer base, on Sep. 12 Mattel released the Day of the Dead Barbie. Since the release date, there has...

Diverse Congress indicates necessary change

Diverse Congress indicates necessary change

Sophie Casey '20 • January 9, 2019

Representation is implied in the House of Representatives, though the title now bears more accuracy. According to MSNBC, the 116th Congress is the most diverse in the United State’s history––a feat...

Minority students appreciate increase in diverse casts

Minority students appreciate increase in diverse casts

September 20, 2018

Poppy Livingstone '21 When Staples student Angela Ji ’19 was in the fifth grade, she faced a discouraging decision. Her school had a day where students dressed as fictional characters, and Ji found...

The next Bachelorette sets new expectations for the show

The next Bachelorette sets new expectations for the show

March 6, 2017

By Sydney Kaplan '17   The Bachelor series has been an entertaining reality show for millions of Americans for over 21 seasons. Twelve seasons ago ABC started a reversal of the show called The...

African American Lit: The Staples elective that has yet to be elected

African American Lit: The Staples elective that has yet to be elected

Josiah Tarrant, Assistant Business Manager • June 2, 2016

At 15 years-old I am a Staples sophomore. I have spent 13 years in school where I've had the privilege of being taught by close to 50 teachers. None of those teachers have been African American....

Hamilton’s casting call provokes calls of reverse discrimination

Hamilton’s casting call provokes calls of reverse discrimination

Lulu Stracher, Staff Writer • April 27, 2016

“Hamilton” has received enthusiastic praise from virtually every person who has seen the now sold out musical on Broadway. However, this praise has turned into criticism from theater groups and Staples...

Oscar boycott ignites controversy among students

Oscar boycott ignites controversy among students

Brett Franklin, Staff Writer • February 26, 2016

On Jan. 24, 2016, nominations for the 88th Academy Awards were announced and trending hashtags such as #OscarsSoWhite and #OscarsStillSoWhite surfaced once again. All of the Oscar nominations were for...

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