Skip to Main Content
The student news site of Stamford High School

The Round Table

The student news site of Stamford High School

The Round Table

The student news site of Stamford High School

The Round Table

You Can't Say That

You Can’t Say That

Princesse Stessy Hyppolite, Reporter December 2, 2024

School can be a hectic place. Many personalities, and opinions flying around. With all that being thrown around, the number of disrespectful acts directed at students has increased since COVID-19. Respect...

Donald Trump, Kamala Harris,… and Jill Stein?

Donald Trump, Kamala Harris,… and Jill Stein?

Princesse Stessy Hyppolite, Reporter November 12, 2024

We all knew the two main electoral candidates of the 2024 election: Donald Trump, Republican, and Kamala Harris, Democrat. However, a party that is often overlooked is the green party; specifically, a...

Cellphone Policy Goes too Far

Cellphone Policy Goes too Far

Jamilla Plowden, Reporter October 28, 2024

With the new schedule and policies, opinions have been all over the place. When the Board of Ed announced this new policy it created outrage. Rightfully so, it caused concerns among both parents and students.  The...

Bring Back Knight Games

Bring Back Knight Games

Charlotte Bello, Reporter October 28, 2024

It's time to bring back night football games. For three years now, the common question remains, why can’t we have night football games? Boyle Stadium is arguably the best stadium in the FCIAC, however...

We Aren't Very Good at Thinking About Climate Change

We Aren’t Very Good at Thinking About Climate Change

Ashen Harper, Reporter October 18, 2024

As Stamford High Students, we are constantly hearing mentions about climate change, but never really stopping to think about it. We are wrapped up in our own lives--grades, friends, and college admissions....

The Truth Behind the Cellphone Policy

The Truth Behind the Cellphone Policy

Princesse Stessy Hyppolite, Reporter October 16, 2024

This year the superintendent announced a new phone policy. The policy states that students are not allowed to use their cellphones during class.  As expected, students are outraged. Many concerns arose...

Asking Stamford High about Favorite Schedules

Ashen Harper, Reporter September 19, 2024

Ashen Harper interviews seniors and Principal Forker on their opinions about past schedules. Edited by Camryn Laictman. 

Author Sky Gill

What’s with the unused outside space?

Sky Gill, Reporter June 6, 2024

There are two unused outside spaces in Stamford High School: one on floor 5 and another one that rests solely on the 1st floor. These outdoor ‘courtyard’ spaces seem to never be used by staff or students,...

“Kids These Days”: Why Gen Z has it Easier Than Any Previous Generation

“Kids These Days”: Why Gen Z has it Easier Than Any Previous Generation

Kelly Akorley, Staff Writer February 26, 2024

As society gradually moves away from the pandemic’s direct impact and the effects of technology on young people becomes increasingly apparent, a question arises concerning Generation Z (born 1997-2013)...

The New Attendance Policy Helps More Than it Hurts

The New Attendance Policy Helps More Than it Hurts

Taimur Osman, Correspondent February 21, 2024

Since the end of Christmas break, Stamford High School has adopted a new attendance policy. This meant many changes, including a multi-tiered system of support for students who are struggling with attendance....

Extreme Cellphone Bans Aren't The Answer

Extreme Cellphone Bans Aren’t The Answer

Esther Jean-Charles, News Editor February 13, 2024

Cellphones have become one of the biggest topics educators and school professionals talk about. More and more students are using their cellphones instead of paying attention and doing their work. While...

A (Harmonious) Call to Action: Why All Schools Should Tune into Music Education

A (Harmonious) Call to Action: Why All Schools Should Tune into Music Education

Lola Duhov, Correspondent February 12, 2024

In the symphony of education, the question arises: should all schools offer music programs? The answer, supported by several sources of evidence, is yes. Music education isn't just about melodies and rhythms...

Load More Stories