The Reality of Global Warming and Cold Weather
Matt Dattolo, Opinions Editor
February 20, 2019
Filed under Opinions, Science / Technology, Showcase, Uncategorized
Climate change has altered the environment of our planet, threatening nature and human civilization alike with warmer temperatures, higher sea levels, and greater temperature shifts between seasons. However, periods of unusually cold weather, such as the recent polar vortex which hit the midwest, may seem...
Disinformation And What Teens Can Do to Fight It
Matt Dattolo, Opinions Editor
January 4, 2019
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
Most teenagers in America are first exposed to the political and social climates of their country during their time in high school. Whether it be in U.S. History or a political afterschool club, it is practically impossible for teens to go through their high school experience without having to question wher...
The Sports Awards Mysterious Disappearance
Ivy Zingone, Staff Writer
December 11, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
With the start of the 2018-2019 school year, Stamford High school has already seen a fair number of changes in regard to athletics. To name a few: a new athletic director, free admission to all home football games, and now, a required online registration process that ensures an athlete's eligibility to pla...
Has Dave Ruden Forgotten His Roots?
Thomas Connolly and Joe Nathanson
November 9, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Sports, Uncategorized
“Welcome to the fan page for The Ruden Report, the website edited by Dave Ruden, covering Fairfield County sports, with an emphasis on the FCIAC.” This is what appears when one visits "The Ruden Report" Facebook page. Clearly, The Ruden Report is a high school sports media website. The site is ...
Westhill has it – why don’t we?
The Round Table Editorial Staff
October 17, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
This should be the year SHS seniors finally have the opportunity to have a modified open campus. If Stamford High School were to adopt a modified open campus for seniors, students would be able to leave the SHS campus during a study hall. A similar privilege has been granted to neighboring Westhill...
Standardized Testing Needs To Go
Sam Diamond, Multimedia Editor
October 9, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
While people believe standardized tests play a crucial role in a student’s life, many think that one test should not predict a student's future. Standardized testing has been a major role in the college admissions process, statewide evaluations, and simply to see your progress as a student since the...
Early Action and Early Decision – Are They Worth It?
Matt Dattolo, Opinions Editor
October 8, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
As a high school senior, I find myself commonly barraged by a plethora of terms, deadlines, and requirements which must be met in my college application process. However, I have noticed two phrases that keep reappearing every time I open up my Common Application account: “early action” and “early...
The Name Game: Why a Prestigious College Might Not Be the Answer
Rupa Syeda, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
As senior year shifts into full gear, most people have a list of colleges they would like to apply to. Whether you plan on applying to top colleges or not, we have all thought about going to a well known institution. Wouldn’t it be nice to go somewhere that demands national respect? The American colle...
Is Cheating Getting Worse as Time Goes On?
Lea Marcinczyk, Staff Writer
June 4, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
Getting through high school has become very challenging for many students. Some try to adapt by looking for methods to make their assignments as easy as possible- especially cheating. Many students turn to cheating on their schoolwork as a last-desperate measure to increase their score on that upcoming te...
#Mentoo
Arieanna Linton, Staff Writer
May 14, 2018
Filed under Opinions, Showcase, Uncategorized
After the recent allegations that Harvey Weinstein was involved in multiple counts of sexual assault, several men involved in entertainment and politics are also facing allegations of sexual misconduct. Many women have been working together to find the courage to speak out against sexual assault, but...
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