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the ususal trick-or-treat acitivites are not safe during a pandemic.

Will Halloween be Safe This Year?

Lauren D'Ariano, Correspondent October 29, 2020

As Halloween quickly approaches and COVID-19 cases rise, many fear that celebrating this year is not such a good idea. Connecticut Mayor David Martin advises that people stay home this year to prevent...

New attendance guidelines for students on the hybrid schedule have led to some confusion.

New attendance policy leaves students and staff divided

Jena Spezzano, Staff Writer October 29, 2020

In an October 27 email, Principal Ray Manka attempted to clarify a new attendance policy for hybrid students after an initial announcement by the district caused confusion and concern among teachers and...

Pink Out to be Held Despite Covid Restrictions

Pink Out to be Held Despite Covid Restrictions

William Gordon, Correspondent October 14, 2020

On Monday, October 5, Stamford High teacher Diane Burns announced that the Stamford High School “Pink Out” will still occur, even with COVID-19 parameters in effect.  Burns said, “The Pink Out...

Annual Hispanic Heritage Panel Goes Virtual

Annual Hispanic Heritage Panel Goes Virtual

Ivana Nique, Staff Writer October 12, 2020

On October 8, 2020 the second annual panel for Hispanic Heritage month took place virtually. The panel was hosted by Dean of Students Thomas Agosto. Those on the panel included Latinos from Connecticut...

Board of Education Reinstates Family Advocacy Program

Board of Education Reinstates Family Advocacy Program

Selma Fuseni, Arts Editor September 30, 2020

Tuesday, September 23, the Board of Education decided to reinstate its permission for the Domus Knights to expand its family advocacy program to Westhill High School. This decision comes after weeks of...

Teacher Honored by Yale Recognition Program

Teacher Honored by Yale Recognition Program

Kaitlyn Pepa, Staff Writer September 21, 2020

  According to the Yale Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Yale Educator Recognition Program recognizes outstanding educators from around the world who have supported and inspired their...

Classroom seating spaced six feet apart is one of several precautions Stamford High School has enacted to combat the spread of COVID-19.

Students Excited to Return Despite Distancing Concerns

Jasmine Van Leeuwen, Community Editor September 16, 2020

On September 8 and 9, Stamford High School students returned to school for the first time in months. Students were greeted with a handful of new guidelines including mask wearing at all times, socially...

Budget Cuts Raise Staffing Concerns

Budget Cuts Raise Staffing Concerns

Chris Price, Staff Writer June 5, 2020

The pandemic isn’t the only reason why Stamford Public Schools may look different next year. Due to the massive budget cut made by the Board of Finance, the loss of staff and services is unavoidable....

Some store is Stamford Town Center have already reopened.

Stamford Mall Reopens for Business

Rina Levine and Katie Forgione June 3, 2020

The Stamford Town Center temporarily closed on March 19 due to COVID-19. They reopened on May 20 but with many necessary restrictions to ensure the health of all employees and customers.  Every door...

Protestors outside Trump Parc in Stamford, June 1 2020

What’s Next: Tools and Resources to Make an Impact

Abby Wexler, Editor-in-Chief June 2, 2020

I understand that I will never understand completely, but I stand with you. Here is a list of resources that I will continue to use and hope you can use to better educate yourself. This list will keep...

Online AP Exams Spark Criticism

Online AP Exams Spark Criticism

Jasmine Van Leeuwen, Staff Writer May 19, 2020

Students around the world were the first to experience the new condensed version of AP Exams this year. The exams had been changed from a combined multiple choice portion and free-response portion lasting...

Stamford High Class of 2020 President Aron Ravin says other class officers throughout the city share his desire to postpone graduation rather than hold a virtual ceremony.

Virtual Graduation Plan Sparks Controversy

Sofia Sarak, Staff Writer May 15, 2020

On May 12, 2020, the Teaching, Learning, and Community Committee of the Stamford Board of Education held a meeting where members brainstormed celebration options for the Class of 2020, with holding a virtual...

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