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Natural Helpers: The Natural Helpers conduct an activity out in the field during freshman orientation. August 23, 2023.

Words From the Wise

Tips for Freshman Year
Lorelai Christy, Online Editor | October 4, 2023

          Every year, the incoming freshman classes have fears about the adjustment into high school.            At Foran, the community is there to support them and help them adjust to their new environment. For example, the Natural Helpers program run by Journalism teacher Lisa Farrell...

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Natural Helpers: Natural Helpers pose at Freshman Orientation, August 23, 2023.

Natural Helpers and Their Purpose at Foran

Gavin Fanelli, Staff Writer | October 4, 2023

          The Foran Natural Helpers club is advised by Mrs. Lisa Farrell and Mrs. Melissa Kaminski. Natural Helpers is a national program for middle school and high school age students. Interested students must complete an application form, which is usually available in early March, and will also...

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Fresh Faces: Freshmen pose and smile at Freshman Orientation, August 23, 2023.

Beginning a New Chapter

Dabi Lee and Connor Rizzo | October 4, 2023

          On August 30, freshmen all across the district packed their backpacks, said goodbye to their families, and left their houses to begin the first day of their high school careers. With the wide variety of courses and friendly faces here at Foran, it’s certain that no two students had the...

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A Half-Century of History:  Foran’s class of 1975 from the first Foran yearbook, two years after its opening, 1975.

From the Foran Archives: A 1970s Flashback

Olivia Salai and Alana Finlayson | October 3, 2023

          Mod-style alarm clocks in hues of purple, green, and red rang out as the sun began to rise in September 1973, signifying the end of summer. Girls took out their hair rollers and matched flared trousers with bright blouses, while boys paired turtleneck sweaters with cuffed jeans. David...

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Board in front of Counselor Office: Due dates and suggestions for getting college applications in time. September 20, 2023.

Guide to: Common App

Elizabeth Tran, Staff Writer | October 2, 2023

           Applying to college can be stressful for senior students and their parents. However, with the Common App, students can apply to multiple colleges and universities at once by creating a profile highlighting their best skills.            College and career counselor Mrs. Pamela...

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Key Club: Welcoming new members to the club! Key Club having its first meeting, the club meets every Tuesday at two o’clock, after school in the cafe, September 12, 2023.

Clubs Around the Corner

Rumeysa Bayram and Gracie Brogan | October 2, 2023

           Now that classes are settled and sports have officially begun, it's time for students to establish their pick of the numerous clubs and extracurriculars offered at Foran.             Foran's variety of clubs offer opportunities to practice any interest one might have. With...

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The Original: Photo of the original Sundae House from when it opened, 1960’s.

Sixty Years of Sundae Smiles

Celebrating 60 Years of The Sundae House
Gianna Weaver and Ellie Pasacreta | October 2, 2023

           Milford’s family-owned and operated ice cream spot has been a summertime staple for countless families. The Sundae House, located on 499 New Haven Ave., is celebrating their sixtieth anniversary of sundae smiles.             In 1963, Angelina Simone–The Sundae House’s...

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Yelling in Yellow: The student section wearing yellow/gold to support Alex’s Lemonade Stand, September 8, 2023.

Taking A Stand Against Childhood Cancer

Elle Philpott and Kelsey Kiely | September 28, 2023

          Everyday, 47 children are diagnosed with cancer in the United States alone. Alex’s Lemonade Stand (ALSF) raises funds, awareness and a glass of lemonade to help kids fighting cancer. The goal of ALSF is to support the children and families that are impacted by the harsh reality of childhood...

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Difference of a Year: Cass and Ted Philpott a year after the attacks getting married, October 19, 2002

Remembering 9/11

A recount of the 9/11 Attacks from a Connecticut Mother
Elle Philpott, Social Media and Business Manager | September 15, 2023

           At 8:46 AM on September 11, 2001 the first plane hit the World Trade Center’s North tower beginning the events that will never be forgotten to this day. As people around the world remember those who have passed or honor those who served or helped on that day, it is important to remember...

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History Captured Forever: Mrs. Blake in front of the Twin Towers with her family, a few days before the attacks. September 5-9th, 2001.

Mrs. Blake Interview

9/11 Hearing from those Who Remember
Isabella Palisi, Staff Writer | September 14, 2023

           Mrs. Blake (formerly Ms. Hoffer) was in the second grade when the 9/11 attacks happened. That day, she left for school as if it was a normal day. Both of her parents worked in New York, her mother was near the Twin Towers. At 8:46 that morning, her principal came in over the loudspeaker...

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Donna Halcott: August 20, 2023.

“No Day Shall Erase you From the Memory of Time”

Ellie Pasacreta, Staff Writer | September 13, 2023

           “It did not seem possible that something of this magnitude could happen in our country,” Donna Halcott says.“It was a massive wake up, call, and an end to naïveté.”             On September 11, 2001 at 8:41 am, horror struck on New York City. What seemed like any...

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Mrs. Dawn Davis: Staff Yearbook Photo of Mrs. Davis.

Remembering Ms. Davis

Jocelyn Gonzalez and Dabi Lee | June 13, 2023

          Ms. Dawn Davis was a science teacher dear to the Foran community who touched many young minds, friends, and family alike. On April 5, 2023, Ms. Davis passed away after a long battle with an illness.            Davis began teaching at Foran in 1995 and has since left a lasting...

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