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After raining for multiple hours, snow from the storm is finally seen sticking to multiple surfaces.
Connecticut weathers second major storm
The Staples Best Buddies Chapter poses for a group picture to post on their instagram to promote outside of school events.
Best Buddies hosts annual Friendship Ball
Most of the rates for Compo Beach parking have seen a 10% increase; however, this does not apply to the price of non-resident passes where the price was decided based on the rate from 2017. All data compiled from WestportNews. Graphic by Aidan Sprouls 23.
Compo Beach updates prices for 2023 season
A car crashes into the culinary classroom before 8 a.m., causing a gas leak and fire alarm, and forcing an evacuation.
Car crashes into school, causes fire alarm and evacuation
Proposed Connecticut legislation would require parental consent for social media users under the age of 16 to sign up for popular social media platforms, including but not limited to, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok.
Proposed Connecticut legislature requires parental permission for young social media users
Personal Financial Management should be a graduation requirement to ensure that students are able to make informed financial decisions.
Personal Financial Management necessitates new graduation requirements
In modern days, Valentine’s Day has become less of a holiday centered around love, and more focused on how much money one spends. It is imperative that people remember that this holiday should be embraced and used as a way to showcase genuine feelings of affection for loved ones, and not to conform to society’s consumerist expectations.
Modern Valentine’s Day centers around money, must refocus on love
The AP African-American Studies course has sparked Republican criticism and served as a lightning rod in the debate over parents’ influence in education.
Gutting AP African-American studies sets dangerous precedent
A new proposal by the math department suggests removing the display of the decimal points in PowerSchool.
Math department proposes removal of decimal point display in PowerSchool gradebook
As the spring quickly approaches, dances are an integral part of Staples tradition. People, however, tend to gloss over the fact that their dresses are often one of the largest perpetrators of fast fashion, leading to environmental catastrophe.
School dances: fast fashion triggers environmental response
Students who receive a score of five or higher across all four sections are eligible for the Seal of Biliteracy.
STAMP testing for juniors proves helpful
Some students choose to take the ACT on top of the required SAT, as it is a differently structured test and can play to certain strengths the SAT does not.
Standardized testing culture jumpstarts an early start in preparations
Westport resident Jeni Paolella models for Bella Bridesmaids with hair styled by Whip Salon. Bella Bridesmaids is one of 20 local retail stores to participate in the fashion show.
Westport strikes pose for Homes with Hope at Fashionably Westport
Seniors recommend a variety of ideas to make the college application process easier.
Seniors advise junior class on applying to college
Course selection reveals the limited options to fulfill the civics requirement to graduate high school in Connecticut.
Students express concern over lack of honors level in required credits
Lomito diversifies Westport’s restaurant selections
Lomito diversifies Westport’s restaurant selections
Reading independantly and non-educationally provides an opportunity for readers to relax, engage their minds and de-stress. Choosing to read a book over scrolling through social media has proved to encourage mental health and healthy sleeping habits.
Rediscovering love for independent reading provides comfort, improves mental health 
“It Ends With Us” is loosely based on Hoover’s childhood and her mother’s experience leaving an abusive relationship, breaking the cycle of domestic violence.
‘It Ends With Us’ movie cast stirs mixed opinions
The finale episodes of Better Call were the most-watched episodes of the show since Season 3s finale in 2017, which had drawn 1.8 million viewers. The largest share of the finale’s audience came from adults in the 25-54 category, drawing in 1.1 million fans out of the total 2.7 million.
‘Better Call Saul’ secures its place in television history
The Girl Who Escaped premiered on Lifetime TV on Feb. 11., featuring Katie Douglass playing the role of Kara Robinson.
Kara Robinson’s Movie: ‘The Girl Who Escaped,’ promotes hope through trauma
(Left to right) Eoin Cuddy ’23, Rohan Narang ’23, Sam Pirkl ’23 and Ari Perkins ’23 come together as official 2023 Spring season captains at the annual preseason meeting.
Rugby players prepare for highly anticipated season
Following the win of the Staples Wreckers, the coaches and players shake hands with the opposing team, the Manchester RedHawks.
Staples cruises past Manchester to advance in state tournament
Cooper Levinson ’24 (in the middle) competes during the Head of the Charles rowing meet.
Levinson rises to the top with rowing
Beyond just the entertainment of the games, March Madness brings people together through brackets, where people try to correctly pick the outcome of each game. (Photo by William Murray 25)
Excitement brews as March Madness nears
After their second loss of the season to Danbury, the Wreckers prepare for States with optimism and confidence. Despite losing in the FCIAC championship game, the team reflects proudly on a successful season.
Boys’ basketball falls short in FCIAC championship, remains optimistic for States
The Staples library and Goodreads are two resources to explore the latest reads and discover new authors, book recommendations and genres.
Your next read: students pass on book recommendations
Haven Hot Chicken opens its third Connecticut location. Located next to Citibank and Whole Foods, the restaurant is serving up Nashville style hot chicken and many other options.
Haven Hot Chicken hits Norwalk
Squishmallows are plush stuffed companions that offer support and reduce anxiety for its owners. They are modeled after many animals or pop culture ideas, some of which can be seen above.
Squishmallows captivate Staples
Pizza Lyfe opened in Westport at 833 Post Road E, attracting curious Westporters.
Pizza Lyfe excites Westport community
The Coyle siblings set out to find the best donut. We went to five places, ranked them and found our favorite. Everyone loves having something special to eat for breakfast and this video will help you know where to go.
The best donut in Fairfield County; found and reviewed
The Staples library and Goodreads are two resources to explore the latest reads and discover new authors, book recommendations and genres.
Your next read: students pass on book recommendations
Haven Hot Chicken opens its third Connecticut location. Located next to Citibank and Whole Foods, the restaurant is serving up Nashville style hot chicken and many other options.
Haven Hot Chicken hits Norwalk
Squishmallows are plush stuffed companions that offer support and reduce anxiety for its owners. They are modeled after many animals or pop culture ideas, some of which can be seen above.
Squishmallows captivate Staples
Pizza Lyfe opened in Westport at 833 Post Road E, attracting curious Westporters.
Pizza Lyfe excites Westport community
The Coyle siblings set out to find the best donut. We went to five places, ranked them and found our favorite. Everyone loves having something special to eat for breakfast and this video will help you know where to go.
The best donut in Fairfield County; found and reviewed
Lomito opens weeks after Westport Chinese takeout leaves. Business is off to a strong start.
Lomito brings diversity to Westport
On Feb. 3, Westport, Wilton and Weston seniors attended the Red and White Charity Ball, hosted by The Counties Assemblies.
Westport, Weston, Wilton seniors dress for a cause at Red and Whites
Chef Gans and her students spent weeks planning the event down to how each meal would be displayed, such as this spam misubi served in cones.
Staples community supports Orphenians
From Nov. 11-14, the Westport Library hosted their biannual book sale, which takes place every fall and spring. Westport residents are encouraged throughout the year to donate gently used books and vinyls to the library to be included in the sale.
Library Book Sale amazes with extensive book collection
The 2023 Rec Basketball League officially commenced after months of anticipation on Thursday, Jan. 5 for juniors and seniors at Staples High School. For many of these boys, these scrimmages reach not only peak athletic enjoyment, but also competition.
Rec Basketball tips off, junior and senior boys enjoy despite immense competition
On the Wreckord — Episode Seven
On the Wreckord — Episode Seven
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On the Wreckord – Episode Six
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On the Wreckord – Episode Five
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On the Wreckord – Episode Four
On the Wreckord - Episode Three
On the Wreckord – Episode Three
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
The AP African-American Studies course has sparked Republican criticism and served as a lightning rod in the debate over parents’ influence in education.
Gutting AP African-American studies sets dangerous precedent
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
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Winter sports captains embark on new season with high hopes

Alix Glickman ’23 Social Media Director and Julia Leitner ’23 Assistant Business Director • December 1, 2022

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

Caroline Coffey , Staff Writer • January 18, 2022

When asked to recount which sports teams among the multitude occupy the attention of the student body, many are likely to reference the big three: baseball, basketball and football.  While the three...

Underrepresented Staples sports need more recognition

Genevieve Frucht ’24 Staff Writer and Jolie Gefen ’24 Staff Writer • December 21, 2021

Squash is a racquet sport that has grown popular around the world but is neglected in the Staples community.

Neglected sport deserves recognition

Betti Kobak '22, Managing Editor • February 11, 2020

Sports practices and games are the daily rituals for many students at Staples, and our community takes them extremely seriously. Staples offers a large variety of different sports, but there are no longer...

The Staples Boys Squash Team poses with their trophies after being named national champions.

Boys’ squash captures HEAD national championship

Siri Kanter ’20 • March 13, 2019

The Staples boys’ squash team won the Division VIII HEAD US High School Squash Championship (Division VIII), becoming national champions. The Wreckers beat the Loyola, Maryland team 4-3 in their championship...

Underrated underdogs: winter sports teams that lack appreciation but not heart

Underrated underdogs: winter sports teams that lack appreciation but not heart

Maddie Phelps '19 and Hannah Bolandian '19 • January 17, 2018

   

Captains’ practices give teams extra time to prepare

Captains’ practices give teams extra time to prepare

November 9, 2017

By: Alex Reiner '18 The Staples Wreckers baseball team dog piled in front of the mound, yelling and screaming. They had just won the Class LL State Championship, the first in school history. While the...

Staples Squash is ready to squash their opponents this upcoming season

Staples Squash is ready to squash their opponents this upcoming season

October 26, 2017

By: Camryn Ragland '18 and Erin Lynch '18 Coming into only their third year as an official Staples sport, the Staples squash team is eager to start their season. Tryouts have already begun and...

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