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About 10 toys were taken from the toy drive bins around school, intended to be donated to the Lighthouse program.

Santa’s little grinches: gifts taken out of toy drive donation boxes

Anna Kercher ’25, Associate Paper Managing Editor December 9, 2024

Around 10 donated toys collected for the Lighthouse Program of Bridgeport were taken from the toy drive boxes at Staples High School the weekend of Nov. 22. This toy drive was set up and promoted by Staples...

ParentSquare messages will appear on the text messaging app, but they will be monitored. Direct messages never display real phone numbers in the text app. Screenshot by Audrey Curtis ’25

New contacting policy shifts communication to ParentSquare app

Audrey Curtis ’25 and Anna Kercher ’25 October 28, 2024

In an effort to ensure transparency and consolidate forms of communication, the Westport Public Schools District has banned texting between coaches, teachers and students, set in motion for the 2024-2025...

Caitlin Clark dominates the discussion of women’s sports due to her one of a kind gameplay and starpower. Inequalities still remain in the athletic system between genders, although women athletes are starting to get more brand deals and advertisements.

Caitlin Clark craze powers movement of women’s sports

Anna Kercher ’25, Associate Paper Managing Editor May 31, 2024

Under the blinding lights of the arena, she moves with unmistakable prowess, a look of fierce competition in her eyes, two steps ahead in every play. With just a simple dribble step back maneuver, she...

Legacy admissions remain a contentious topic among Connecticut schools, with some opting to consider legacy status while others do not. However, this practice remains a significant factor in admissions decisions at many prestigious institutions.

Connecticut lawmakers may consider ban on legacy admission consideration

Anna Kercher '25, Paper Features Editor February 8, 2024

Key Connecticut state legislatures are likely to introduce a bill banning legacy admissions at public and private universities in the upcoming 2024 legislative session, which would make Connecticut among...

Store owner of Cove Collective, Carey Price, places a soft pink plush coat on the rack  amongst the boutique’s wide range of unique pieces.

Carey Price enlivens wardrobes with Cove Collective

Anna Kercher ’25 and Sophia Reeves ’25 January 8, 2024

Nestled in the row of lively restaurants, across from the bustling train station, is a cozy getaway of shiny leather pants and plush coats. With warm lighting, soft colors and an eagerly helpful, smiling...

Most makeup advertisements target specifically women, feeding into societal gender stereotypes.

Beauty beyond gender: makeup brands sell stereotypes

Anna Kercher '25, Paper Features Editor June 15, 2023

Ultra-thin, angular, arched brows. Dreadful, mismatched lip liner. Offensive blue eyeshadow. These are all trends the beauty world has decided for the better to leave in the past. Can we agree to leave...

This summer, upcoming anticipated films such as live action versions of “Barbie,” “The Little Mermaid,” and the sequel “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” are set to be released, stirring both fans’ excitement and criticism.

Anticipated summer movies incite buzz among film fans

Anna Kercher ’25, Associate Paper Managing Editor May 31, 2023

The comforting smell of buttered popcorn floats through the air as you sink back into your red leather reclining seat, leaning back as the lights dim low and the screen glows with promise. Get ready to...

Seniors offer advice on special classes, teachers

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