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Statistics given that allow for Connecticut schools to be ranked 2nd in the country when compared to other schools in US states according to WFSB.
Connecticut schools rank in the top three for education quality
While the town of Westport may originally have planned on seeing all of Staples’ repaved by next year, that appears to not be the case.
Staples’ repaving project incomplete, timetable of completion unknown
On Sept. 13, parents of students in grades 11 and 12 leave the SHS building after meeting with their childrens teachers on Back to School Night. BTSN consisted of teachers introducing themselves as well as discussing their goals for the upcoming school year to parents.
Staples parents attend Back to School Night in-person for the first time in two years
As of the 2022-2023 school year, students will store their phones in holders for each class period.
Administration introduces, enforces new personal device policy
Officer Ed Wooldrige hasn’t noticed an alarming spike in the number of leaving students, but believes the announcement was beneficial and clearly outlines expectations.
Closed campus reminder serves as mental reset for Staples student body
Parents look over a youth soccer match (Photo contributed by Katharine Murray)
Parents over-involvement in youth sports detrimental to kids
Students face new, extreme punishments including having phones taken away and immediate Saturday detentions.
New school policies punish students unwarrantly, merit system more suited
Microaggressions are more hurtful than you think
Microaggressions are more hurtful than you think
A stairway at Staples goes empty without students present. Currently, students get nine days and three week-long vacations off during the course of the year, with vacation days more common towards the beginning of the year and vacation weeks more common towards the end.
Extra vacation days prove disappointingly implemented
Kristen Devine ’25 needs to lay down in Sophomore Lifetime Activities because of how hot it is.
Staples conflicting temperature leads to unnecessary stress
Kaya Law ’24 runs Anya Nair’s ’24 Educate the Elementary club stand. This club had over five pages of students eager to sign up.
Involvement Fair promotes new Staples clubs, increases involvement
Dresses at Winged Monkey, a clothing store in Westport, await the rush of junior girls going shopping for their outfits.
Junior girls count down to Counties
Students in AP Music Theory during period 4, featured in the middle of a busy day with Mr. Giampietro and Ms. Mascaro. Photograph by Audrey Curtis
AP Music Theory blends creativity, challenge for musically gifted students
Some students plan their schedules to make sure they get enough credit early in their high school careers. Others cram their graduation credits in junior or senior year.
Students stress over art credits
The salad bar is popular among Staples students and faculty for its variety and self-service.
Salad bar return receives enthusiastic response, fosters healthier choices 
Graphic made by Lilly Weisz
Colleen Hoover’s lack of viewer discretion harms audience
Reuse: The impact of streaming services and Covid are leading to empty movie theaters across the country from the lack of moviegoers.
Movie Theaters lose customers, risk closing
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
Gofer Ice Cream 1240 Post Road East is officially open! An inside scoop at some of the flavors! It’s always a good day to Gofer Ice cream
New Scoop in Westport: It’s always a good day for Gofer Ice Cream
Hailey Beiber is seen leaving her apartment in her signature dad sneakers and cargo pants Photo taken from Hailey Beiber’s Instagram
Dead fashion trends resurface, no thanks to favorite celebrities
Staples celebrates Matthew Shackelford’s ’23 last minute goal (Photo by Mark Sikorski)
Wreckers come out on top in dramatic game vs Westhill
Parents look over a youth soccer match (Photo contributed by Katharine Murray)
Parents over-involvement in youth sports detrimental to kids
The swimming pool at Staples High School is used for freshmen aquatics and other student extra curricular activities
Return of freshman aquatics creates controversial splash
Isabelle Nahon ’23 and Emma Nahon ’23 are both committed to colleges to continue their athletic journey playing Field Hockey. Isabelle plans to attend Hamilton College while Emma plans to attend University of Pennsylvania.
Committed Staples athletes enjoy stress-free year
Serena Williams has accumulated a magnitude of accomplishments over the course of her tennis career. However, her stats do not fully convey her inspiration and success as a Black woman in tennis.
Serena Williams ends tennis career with bittersweet farewell
Appreciating small accomplishments: Finding positivity in times of stress
Appreciating small accomplishments: Finding positivity in times of stress
In the video, students and faculty shared their opinions on superstitions, as well as some superstitions they hold and the weirdest superstitions they’ve heard.
Students share opinions on superstitions
The line for sandwiches at lunch at Staples is often lengthy and filled with people from all corners of the building. School members share their opinions on the sandwiches, and why this lunch item is so special at the school.
Why are Staples’ sandwiches so special? Students and staff share their input
Members of the Staples orchestra, band, and chorus all performed at the pops concert
Staples musicians prepare for annual pops concert
Logan Goodman ’24 runs Laced By Logan, her own business where she draws and paints vibrant designs on sneakers. At the MoCA Teen Arts Festival, Goodman offered to paint the sneakers that customers brought live.
Teens at MoCA Spring Arts Festival showcases Staples’ small businesses
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
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
Westport Nutrition held its grand opening on May 21. Its focus is healthy, fueling drinks for the community, targeting athletes.
Westport Nutrition fuels community with healthy options
Most students have plans to travel this summer, whether it is visiting the beach or a foreign country.
Students share plans for upcoming summer break
Seniors preparing to leave Staples think back on all of the memories that made their high school experience.
Seniors reflect, rejoice on favorite high school memories
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
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
Westport Nutrition held its grand opening on May 21. Its focus is healthy, fueling drinks for the community, targeting athletes.
Westport Nutrition fuels community with healthy options
Most students have plans to travel this summer, whether it is visiting the beach or a foreign country.
Students share plans for upcoming summer break
Valerie Dreyfuss and Lily Caplan discover what students are listening to.
What’s Staples listening to?
Elle Vail ’23 satirically provides her insight upon this year’s junior prom dresses on the Paris Hilton’s “hot or not” spectrum.
Junior Prom Dresses: Hot or Not Satire
Summer activities to cure boredom
Summer activities to cure boredom
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
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First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
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Community provides March Madness predictions for upcoming tournament

Tori Wilson ’22, Paper Sports and Shira Zeiberg ’22, Outreach Manager • March 17, 2022

Selection Sunday for the tournament is on March 13 at 6:00 p.m. The “First Four” begins in Dayton, Ohio, on March 15-16.

Student athlete equity damages the value of March Madness

Gabriella Gerig ’23, Paper Sports Editor • March 16, 2022

 The March Madness tournament is just around the corner, and the men’s college basketball teams continue to prepare for the highly anticipated event. Fans and alumni are placing bets, creating the best...

Staples demonstrates variety of March Madness traditions

Jake Navarro ’20 and Holden Cohen ’20 • April 4, 2019

Team Tanzer celebrates their 51-44 victory to win the championship.

Rec basketball dives into annual March Madness tournament

Kevin Greer '19 • March 30, 2019

The month of March is known to go hand in hand with a basketball frenzy.  Although the annual NCAA tournament has not yet begun, the madness is already underway  in the Staples High School fieldhouse....

Boys’ Rec basketball league becomes trend among students

Boys’ Rec basketball league becomes trend among students

March 15, 2018

By: Sasha Narang '18 Whether you’ve seen it broadcasted on the Superfans Facebook group or heatedly debated among students in the hallways, the rec basketball league has become a trend among Staples...

Whod win March Madness if it were based on number of applicants, accepted, and enrolled Staples students

Who’d win March Madness if it were based on number of applicants, accepted, and enrolled Staples students

April 4, 2017

By: Ben Pearl '18 First Four: East Region: West Region: Midwest Region: South Region: Final Four: Record by round: First Four - 3/4 Round of 64 - 23/32 Round...

Team Mandell Conquers Rec March Madness in Dramatic Fashion

Team Mandell Conquers Rec March Madness in Dramatic Fashion

April 3, 2017

By: Thomas Nealon Last week the recreational basketball league’s season concluded with a dramatic double elimination tournament, as 16 teams competed for the ultimate prized possession: a rec basketball...

The truth behind March Madness

The truth behind March Madness

Lauren Stack, Public Relations Manager • April 5, 2016

Walking into the cafeteria I notice that something is off. Impressed, I notice all the guys are working diligently on their laptops, intensely studying and concentrating almost with fury.  They must be...

It’s not madness that brackets are my life

It’s not madness that brackets are my life

Erin McGroarty, Staff Writer • April 1, 2016

For all you NCAA basketball fans, the March Madness tournament is the highlight of your year. If you’re truly a college basketball fan, you should be eat, sleep, and breathing basketball several years...

Players shine in unexpected ways amid March Madness

Players shine in unexpected ways amid March Madness

Grant Sirlin, Staff Writer • March 30, 2016

Each year, March Madness features the unexpected. In such an emotionally-fueled environment, miraculous comebacks or wild upsets have become customary for this tournament. Spirit and pride propel players...

Inklings Experts Predict March Madness

Inklings’ Experts Predict March Madness

Adam Kaplan and Fritz Schemel • March 16, 2016

South Regional: West Regional: East Regional: Midwest Regional: Final Four:

March Madness recap and Final Four preview

Thomas Nealon, Staff Writer • April 2, 2015

This year’s NCAA March Madness has offered everything a college basketball fan can want. So far, there have been 12 major upsets in the tournament and multiple overtime games. According to ESPN.com,...

Paid to play or played with a lack of pay

Paid to play or played with a lack of pay

Jackie Cope, Features Editor • March 31, 2015

It’s officially March Madness. And I’m officially kind of mad. The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) rules regarding student-athletes have them qualified as “amateurs” and restricted...

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