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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 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
As junior year comes to a close, students have far more time to relax and unwind. However, the bulk of the college application stands ahead of them.
Juniors post AP’s take their foot off the gas, simultaneously face looming responsibilities
Photo by Rylie Cordella ’25. Bus two seats overflow with students on their way home or to various areas in town.
Multipurpose bus two proves overcrowded, in need of solution
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
Dani Garcia ’23 plans to travel the world on her upcoming gap year. She will stay in seven countries across Europe and Asia, working in a variety of eclectic jobs in exchange for free food and housing.
From monasteries to cat sanctuaries: a high school senior’s unforgettable gap year
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
Most makeup advertisements target specifically women, feeding into societal gender stereotypes.
Beauty beyond gender: makeup brands sell stereotypes
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
Mattie Guadarrama ’25 prepares to hit the opening serve in his match against New Canaan.
Wreckers gear up for playoffs, maintain focus on retaining state title
The Staples class of 2022 looks back on their first year at college and all they learned at Staples that allowed them to be successful in a new environment.
’22 graduates reflect on first year at college
Staples seniors’ official last day before they went off to their internship was Friday may, 12. They reflected on their favorite part of senior year before they went into the real world.
Seniors reflect on their favorite memories from Senior year
The Staples Superfans lead the student section in cheers as the boys’ basketball team play against the Wilton Warriors.
Superfans: Fueling teams to victory
There are six different lots that juniors have the option to park in and student preferences are strong.
Juniors earn campus parking privileges
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
The Staples class of 2022 looks back on their first year at college and all they learned at Staples that allowed them to be successful in a new environment.
’22 graduates reflect on first year at college
Staples seniors’ official last day before they went off to their internship was Friday may, 12. They reflected on their favorite part of senior year before they went into the real world.
Seniors reflect on their favorite memories from Senior year
The Staples Superfans lead the student section in cheers as the boys’ basketball team play against the Wilton Warriors.
Superfans: Fueling teams to victory
There are six different lots that juniors have the option to park in and student preferences are strong.
Juniors earn campus parking privileges
It is important to stay active and work out on ones journey to better their mental health. Boxing is one way to do that. Being able to take out frustrations from the day in a healthy way is a great way to release aggression while getting a great workout.
Students attempt boxing to better mental health
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
Meatballs are an Italian staple, but the sauce is what really brings it all together to get the tastiest outcome.
An Italian dish: how to make meatballs with the best tomato sauce
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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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TikTok is on the verge of a ban, as can be seen during last week’s meeting with Congress. Some members of congress are concerned about what information China is getting and how they might use it.

Staples community divides over potential Tik Tok ban

Cassidy Gutman ’25, Staff Writer • April 2, 2023

The CEO of Tik Tok, Shou Zi Chew, testified in front of Congress regarding the potential banning of the app on March 23. The hearing was streamed live on multiple sources as numerous representatives questioned...

Popular holiday wishlist items that influencers promote include ultra ugg minis, flare pants and drunk elephant skincare products. These products have become staples in the TikTok community, and worn on a daily basis. These items have been sold out recently, in light of their popularity.

Influencers inspire through holiday gift guides

Addison Coughlin ’25, Paper Opinions Editor • December 24, 2022

If you have ever been on TikTok, it's likely that you have seen influencers raving about their favorite new products; whether its Drunk Elephant bronzing drops, Sol De Janiero perfume or the Ultra ugg...

Tik Tok Salmon Rice Bowl; As Easy As It Gets

Tik Tok salmon rice bowl; as easy as it gets

Shira Zeiberg ’22 • November 1, 2021

https://spark.adobe.com/page/qekklcaBjTYaR/

“The D’Amelio Show” came out on Sept. 3 on Hulu and has one season and eight episodes. Each episode is unique and discusses what life is like for the D’amelio family.

‘The D’Amelio Show’ displays the harsh reality of being an influencer in today’s society

Shira Zeiberg ’22, Outreach Manager • September 25, 2021

As Charli D’Amelio wakes up in her mansion in LA, she reaches for her phone and opens up her social media apps to her 123.6 million followers on TikTok and 43.5 million followers on Instagram, with the...

The girls second floor bathroom was vandalized on Sept. 23. The perpetrator(s), who has not yet been identified, peeled paint off the stall walls, broke the toilet seat and drew a sexually explicit image on the stall door.

Girls bathroom vandalized, administration searches for perpetrators

Giselle Oldani ’22, Web Managing Editor • September 25, 2021

The second-floor girls bathroom was reported vandalized on Sept. 23. A piece of the toilet seat was broken off and thrown into the toilet, paint was peeled off the stall and spread across the floor and...

Emma Losonczy ’23 uses music as a way of focusing while studying in the library. The music helps Losonczy keep her mind awake while she writes an essay for English class.

Reviewing La Di Die

Logan Gornbein ’21 and Charlotte Smith ’21 • March 11, 2021

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Tik Tok feta pasta trend brings exciting recipe to Staples

Theresa Vandis '22 and Abbie Goldstein '22 • March 5, 2021

https://youtu.be/tGOA8JHbh30

The viral Tik Tok DIY hot chocolate bombs are a fun and delicious craft to brighten up your holiday season.

DIY hot chocolate bombs rapidly increase in Tik Tok popularity

Abigail Nevin ’23, staff writer • December 15, 2020

Kaitlyn Constantino ’21 (far right) was one of six dancers chosen to dance along Tik Tok star Charli D’Amelio. Constantino’s trip to film the virtual dance class included a coronavirus test as well as daily temperature checks to ensure they could dance in the studio without masks.

Constantino reflects on dancing in ‘Charli Breaks the Floor’ and her own life as a dancer

Eliza Barr '21, Staff Writer • October 26, 2020

With her hair in a low ponytail and dressed in a white crop top and sneakers, Kaitlyn Constantino ’21 dances in front of a dance studio mirror, just as she does for hours every week. But a few details...

Arden Scherer ’21 debuts new tie-dye business

Rebecca Kanfer '21, Paper Sports Editor • May 12, 2020

The sun is peeking from behind cool spring clouds, brightly colored flowers and leaves are blooming throughout gardens and pastel colors are emerging from the depths of closets -- all indicators that...

Teens are using social media to not only create the World War III memes, but share them with others.

World War III memes prove popular at Staples

Natasha Taubenheim '22, Staff Writer • January 31, 2020

Morgan Fierro ’20 talks about his growing obsession with TikTok and why he likes it over other social media apps. He seems to have a similar view to other students- he loves the app but is also worried about how much time he spends on it.

New social media app TikTok takes Staples by storm

Siri Kanter '20 and Marlo Von der Ahe '20 • December 26, 2019

Luca Lombardo ’22, as well as many other Staples students, are avid users of TikTok and use the app for up to hours at a time. The app has become well-known as a huge source of procrastination for students.

TikTok faces privacy troubles leading to investigation

Betti Kobak '22, Managing Editor • November 21, 2019

The trending social media app TikTok, owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, will be under investigation on an undecided date by the U.S government due to allegations of spying on U.S. citizens. The Committee...

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