5 survival tips to prepare for family’s Thanksgiving dinner
November 22, 2017
By Roxy Augeri ’20 With Thanksgiving around the corner, a large majority of students are traveling around the country. I thought I could help out with some tips to make travelling a breeze. Tip number one: Always make sure you pack as thoroughly as possible. You always want to be prepared. You ...
Østbye immerses herself in European culture through a study abroad program
October 29, 2017
By Julia Rosier '18 ...
The Budget Traveller’s Guide to Chinatown
November 3, 2016
By: Charlie Colasurdo '18 and Megan Doyle '18 ...
Destination China: Journey to the Far East
November 1, 2016
By: Charlie Colasurdo '18 Web Features Editor ...
Wong explores art and culture through travel
Jack Zapfel, Staff Writer
May 6, 2016
Before Katie Wong ’16 moved to Westport for the start of her sophomore year of high school, she lived more than 20 hours away in Singapore. Despite describing the two places as “complete opposites,” she was able to transition without much difficulty. “Singapore is definitely different from...
Digging into students’ excitement for Ecuador
Jane Schutte, Breaking News Managing Editor
February 9, 2016
Builders Beyond Borders is meant to build, share and inspire both friendships and communities. This year the organization is headed off to Ecuador for nine days in February to work in classrooms, build homes and immerse themselves in South American culture. “I'm really excited to work in a n...
Students find ways to spend April Break close to home
Will Dumke, Staff Writer
March 17, 2015
Typically when it comes to vacations, everyone tries to get as far away from home as possible. From Dominican Republic to Thailand, there are unlimited destinations for students to free themselves from Westport, but some of the most fun and valuable vacations can be had right here. There is a trend...
Holiday break excites Staples
Alexa Di Luca, Staff Writer
December 22, 2014
The 12 day holiday break is starting this Wed. and it is clear that members of the Staples community are extremely enthusiastic to have the time off. “I'm looking forward to just sleeping and being able to relax after the stress of college apps and everything,” Tati Morales ’15 said. Similarly, Izzy Connors ’18 and Abi Genser ’18 shared that they are both looking forward to sleeping in la...
Some students settle in, others set sail this winter break
Alix Sommers, Staff Writer
December 5, 2014
Winter break is a great time to get away from constant studying and late nights of homework. Rest and relaxation, on the beach or the couch, provide some much-needed rejuvenation. Whether escaping to tropical getaways, visiting family or just staying in Westport, Staples students are ready and...
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Staff Writer
Staff writer Teddy Dienst ’20, is in his third year of Advanced Journalism and being a part of Inklings. Dienst has always had a niche for writing and took a shot at taking the class when he was recommended...