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Foran High School senior, Maci Pastir with her mom during quarantine. Photo Courtesy: Maci Pastir. March 28, 2020.

The Coronavirus Effect on Foran High School Students

Students experiences during the 2020 pandemic
Kensye Cocchia, Editor | November 11, 2020

     In Connecticut and across most of the globe, societies went from open one day and completely shut down the next. Something our generations are not used to living in: a pandemic.       On March 13, 2020 every student in Connecticut was ordered to stay home for two weeks, not knowing it...

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Caption: In Honor of Veterans : Veterans are remembered in Milford. Downtown there is a World War II monument at the Milford Green. Photo courtesy: Daniel Abate, November 9, 2020.

Veterans Day: A Tribute to Honor our War Heroes

Daniel Abate and Renzo Silva | November 10, 2020

Daniel Abate  Renzo Silva Staff Writers        Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States that honors military veterans, people who served in the Air Force, and those who have fought and sacrificed themselves for our country. This holiday is recognized on November 11...

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Virtual Meets: Students of the Gay-Straight Alliance meet virtually every Thursday at 1:00 via Google Meets.
Photo Courtesy: Isabel Blanco

Participating Virtually

Students have been giving the opportunity to continue some of the clubs they enjoy via Google Meets.
Katherine Parker, Editor | November 9, 2020

     Social distancing, masks, and everything involved; three reasons why many activities have been canceled or have turned into a virtual experience. Members of clubs have been allowed to switch to an online platform and continue to enjoy the activities they are used to participating in.   ...

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Preparing for the upcoming election by fact checking information.

Fact Checking: How to Uncover the Truth

Mary Grace Weissauer and Emily Jankura | November 6, 2020

     In today’s society it is more important than ever to cite your source. Whatever you may be looking up, the internet has a lot of information, bias, and misinformation.       During a presentation from CCSU ( Central Connecticut State University) in , Politifact representative and editor,...

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Poster outlining tips about mental health from teenmentalhealth.org Photo Courtesy: Joel Acevedo

Teen Mental Health Concerns Spike during Covid

Joel Acevedo, Staff Writer | November 5, 2020

     The uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic can put stress on anyone, but teens are one of the many that are having troubles during these times. COVID-19 has created stress and fear causing a serious impact on teens and their mental health. The coronavirus pandemic has completely altered...

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Twelve Feet Apart: Choir students sing outside standing twelve-feet-apart as it is their new normal. Photo Courtesy: Isabel Blanco

Making Music in Masks

Foran's Music Department takes new precautions to prevent the spreading of COVID-19
Katherine Parker, Editor | November 5, 2020

     With tough times come adaptations, and Foran's music department is doing the most to ensure this season during the Coronavirus pandemic is possible.       With new guidelines, it makes creating music that much harder. Members in both choir and band have to follow specific protocols even...

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President Trump and candidate Biden awaiting their third debate. Photo courtesy:  Robert Schroeder, October 18, 2020.

2020 Presidential Candidates Run

Robbie Wainman and Tatyanna Bun | November 2, 2020

     As the election is upon us soon, voters need to know what each candidate is bringing to the table before they vote on Nov. 3, Election Day.      Joe Biden is a 77-year-old man born in Scranton, Pa. However, he currently lives in Wilmington, Del. He was a six-term senator from Delaware,first...

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October’s Breast cancer Awareness Pink Ribbon to show support towards those dealing or who have dealt with the cancer. Photo courtesy of Angiola Harry on Unsplash.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Seraiah LaPorte, Staff Writer | October 30, 2020

     From Oct. 1 to 31, the education and awareness for breast cancer is prominent in many countries all around the world. Informing others helps decrease the risk of being undiagnosed and provides the many foundations around the world support to help fund their organizations.       Breast...

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Caption: The S&P has fully recovered from the crash of the stock market that occurred during the month of March due to Covid-19
Photo Courtesy: Nathan Wolfe, March 21, 2020

The Stock Market Recovers From The Covid-19 Crisis

Luca Marinelli and Nathan Wolfe | October 22, 2020

     Although the stock market had a huge downfall from the pandemic, it has turned into a financial awakening. No one expected markets to rise this quickly since the crisis and it has surprised many investors.      The Standard and Poor’s 500 Index is a major stock index that measures the...

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Foran High Schools one way arrow stickers in the hallway. 
Photo Courtesy:  Morgan Viesselman September 22, 2020

Foran Handles the Virus

New Protocols and Routines in School
Robbie Wainman and Makenzie Wisniewski | October 20, 2020

     Over the last two months, students have adjusted to modifications. From one way hallways, to wearing masks throughout the school day, everyone is faced with changes. Typically, it takes a few weeks for the incoming freshmen to get used to the school at the start of each school year. But now,...

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Coach Lisa Dodge of Polly’s at a meet with one of her gymnasts.
 Photo Courtesy:  Samantha Lambert, January 2016

The End of a Gymnastics Era

Samantha Lambert, Staff Writer | October 15, 2020

      Local Gymnastics gyms Polly’s and Cartwheels have recently announced that they will remain closed due to Covid 19. Polly’s School of Gymnastics was in business for 49 years before they regretfully shut their doors, and Cartwheels Etc., for 16 years. Polly’s located in Stratford, CT, and...

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California Wildfires Growing As We Speak

Ethan Edmondson, Editor | October 7, 2020

This year, multiple wildfires have ignited from California to Washington. The California blazes in particular are the worst that they have been in 18 years, burning millions of acres. While firefighters and first responders work tirelessly to protect whatever nature they can, the rest of the world is...

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