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On a mission. Pictured is Mia running down the field this summer with the ball looking to score. Photo courtesy: Mia Williams, July 2020

Student Spotlight: Mia Williams and Her Drive to Success

Morgan Viesselman, Staff Writer | January 27, 2021

     Mia Williams, a junior, is already on the road to success at such a young age. With maintaining good grades and a very good athletic career, Mia is set for her future.      Williams has always had a love for sports ever since she was little. From participating in baseball, hockey, and running...

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The Berkowitz Family: Berkowitz smiles in front of his home with his wife and two daughters. Photo courtesy Mr. Berkowitz.

Mr. Berkowitz, Educator, Parent, Mentor

Principal Leads School to Success
Emily Jankura and Owen McCabe | January 25, 2021

     Some students may shudder when they hear the words 'school principal,' conjuring images in their minds of an authority figure that they would rather avoid. But, Mr. Max Berkowitz, along with many other principals, prove that to be a false judgment.       Some students may know Mr. Berkowitz...

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Ms. Meghan Condon: Working at home during distance learning. Photo courtesy: Ms. Condon. January 8, 2020.

Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Condon

Bella Mema, Staff Writer | January 14, 2021

     Ms. Meghan Condon, an English teacher for the past seven years, is also responsible for advising the school’s yearbook and coaching the girl’s swim and dive team.       Many students wonder what their future careers may entail, but not Condon. She has known since high school that she...

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High school organization:  A senior planner showing the different dates and cover with pencil. Photo courtesy to Madison Babcock, December 8 2020.

Senior Advice to Underclassmen

Tips for Making Plans for the Next Chapter
Daniel Abate and Madison Babcock | January 13, 2021

     Oftentimes students wonder what senior year is like and now more than ever it can be beneficial for underclassmen to get advice from current seniors about what to expect and how to best prepare for it.       Your senior year of high school is when students prepare for adult life, college,...

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Outside look at the Milford Beth-El center. Photo Courtesy: Cameron Lefebvre

Community Spotlight: Beth- EL Center

Cameron Lefebvre, Staff Writer | December 23, 2020

     The Beth- EL Center is a non-profit organization here in Milford. They have been giving back to the community for 35 years. The center provides a variety of services to people in need.      The center started off as a community of parishes. They came together forming the combined Parish...

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1st and 10: Jennifer Langlois and her fellow employees pose for a photo for Touchdown’s Grand Opening.

Hopping into the First Quarter

Touchdown Nutrition scores with a twist on the typical healthy lifestyle
Katherine Parker and Jenna Supple | December 22, 2020

     Touchdown Nutrition, a new nutritional cafe opened on the Boston Post Road, November 21 and customers are saying it is a smashing success. Cafe owner Jennifer Langlois is excited to bring a new meaning to the word nutrition while adding a little spice; her family’s passion for football.   ...

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Putting In the Work. Caitlin Ardito poses at the gym during a weightlifting session. Photo courtesy of Caitlin Ardito, December 3, 2020.

The Healthy Corner

An introduction to fitness and how it can improve your lifestyle
Ethan Edmondson, Editor | December 14, 2020

     Fitness is a very important part of maintaining overall health and wellness, which is especially important in the era of the Covid-19 pandemic. There are a wide range of different things that you can do to improve your mindset, strength, endurance, or confidence, and there are many places where...

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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: John Krusinski stands in front of the donations he’s collected for Toys for Tots this holiday. Photo courtesy Krusinski family.

Community Spotlight: Toys for Tots

Milford community donates
Olivia Salai and Cameron Lefebvre | December 9, 2020

     During the holidays, local businesses and houses place oversized red mailboxes outside of their buildings to help Toys for Tots, an organization run by the Marine Corps. Community members donate toys throughout the colder months and are comforted knowing the toys will stay local and help kids...

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Mrs. April Scepanski poses in the auditorium. Photo courtesy: Kat Parker

Teacher Spotlight: April Scepanski

Victoria Koenig and Jenna Supple | November 21, 2020

     Foran Choir is welcoming a new director this year, Mrs. April Scepanski. As she works hard at both Foran and Harborside, she is very excited to see what this year brings from both schools.      Scepanski previously worked at Tyrrell Middle School, West Shore Middle School and Harborside...

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Together in a new home: Julianne and her mother, Ri-anne Yason,in an American airport. Photo courtesy of Julianne Yasona

Student Spotlight: Julianne Yasona

Kathleen Chang and Seraiah LaPorte | November 21, 2020

     While the typical 11-year-old finds themselves occupied with sports or hanging out with friends, Julianne Yasona’s concern at this age proved to be much different. Now a high school junior, Julianne’s move to the United States in 2014 had her face hardships that other middle schoolers would...

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Black Lives Matter protest in New Haven Ct . on June 5th 2020. Photo courtesy: Liz Dong.

A Look into the Foran Racism Equity and Social Justice Committee

Salene Herrera and Melina Robotis | November 20, 2020

     In modern society, inequality and injustice are very real and prevalent issues. To spread awareness and elicit change, students and administrators created the Foran Racism, Inequity, and Social Justice Committee to fight inequality within the school.       Senior Liz Dong, member of the...

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Enjoying the Outdoors: Mr. Phelan poses in front of the mountains at Yosemite Park after a successful hike participating in another one of his many hobbies. Photo Courtesy: Zachary Phelan.

Teacher Spotlight: Former Alumni Mr. Zach Phelan

Continues to Impact Students Through Teaching and Coaching
Haley Flynn and Eliot Poffenberger | November 16, 2020

     Mr. Zachary Phelan is one of Foran’s new teachers this year but is definitely not new to the community or Milford. Phelan is an alumni of the class of 2010 and grew up right down the road. He teaches three courses in the history department; including Model UN, World History, and U.S History....

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