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Black & Latino Studies Classroom: The classroom for Black & Latino Studies, a room dedicated to learning history, February 5, 2026. Photo courtesy: Tiffany Wilson.

Bringing History to Our Hallways

Celebrating Black History Month at Foran High School
Tiffany Wilson and Lisa Mohseni | February 9, 2026

Black History Month (BHM) isn’t just about American history; it’s the commemoration of the world’s history. BHM is celebrated in many ways, designed to honor the struggles and the triumphs of Black people all throughout history—as well as to bring attention to the continuous fight for equality...

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Kickoff Fuel: A graphic for R&M Cutlet Co.’s Super Bowl catering opportunity is shown, February 2, 2026. Photo courtesy: R&M Cutlet Co. (Instagram - @rmcutlet).

Touchdown Treats

Foran’s Favorite Super Bowl Snacks
Gavin Conte and Matt Adkins | February 6, 2026

According to the National Football League (NFL), the annual Super Bowl peaked at 127.7 million viewers last year, making it one of the most popular sporting events worldwide. Simultaneously, with this popular event, many fans make various foods to entertain guests and host watch parties. Some popular...

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Spreading Pawsitivity: Senior, Joseph Kerzner, supporting optimism with an awareness poster, February 9, 2026. Photo courtesy: Jack Henkel.

National Optimism Day

Finding Confident Mindsets Towards Successful Outcomes
Jack Henkel, Staff Writer | February 5, 2026

Celebrated on the first Thursday in February, National Optimism Day serves a great purpose as it promotes positive and hopeful mindsets during times of stress, as well as in major life changes. Each year, students experience high levels of stress and challenging situations such as college applications,...

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Winning the Award: Laney and Landon Chan holding the Milford Elks Sportsmanship Award, November 27, 2025. Photo courtesy: Sarah Chan.

Foran Seniors Honored with Milford Elks Sportsmanship Awards

Brittany Barnum, Staff Writer | February 4, 2026

During the starting ceremonies of the 2025 annual Thanksgiving game, three seniors were awarded the Milford Elks Sportsmanship Award. They were all recognized for their leadership, hard work, and respect for others. This group of students consists of seniors Landon Chan, a football player; Laney Chan,...

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Unwinding with Art: Someone drawing a portrait, December 12, 2025. Photo courtesy: Deanna Dotson.

The Importance of Mental Health

Bhoomi Rana and Wesley Sotomayor | February 4, 2026

Many high school students struggle with their mental health when it comes to balancing schoolwork, extracurriculars, and finding time for themselves. Having poor mental health can lead to students having a harder time keeping their grades up or doing well in sports and other activities.  Obstacles...

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Groundhog: Image of a groundhog in the grass, July 21, 2010. Photo courtesy: slgckgc (Creative Commons).

Fun Tradition or Reliable Forecast?

A Look Into Groundhog Day
Jayden Francis and Mason Fazio | February 2, 2026

Today, Monday, February 2, a rodent let the world know whether to continue to dress warmly or to put their winter clothes away and prepare for an early warm spring. It’s Groundhog Day. For better or worse, the most famous groundhog around has predicted six more weeks of winter. Each year on February...

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The Youth Gambling Problem

What Milford Has to Say
Joey Kerzner, Jack Laird, and Angie Vargas | January 30, 2026

Gambling is the practice of risking money and/or placing some kind of stake in a game or bet. As more online games begin to incorporate different forms of gambling, cases of youth gambling continue to rise. Mallory Schultz, a counselor at the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG), has expressed...

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Posing for Homecoming Day: Lillie, eating the flowers used to make bouquets on Homecoming Day, September 27, 2025. Photo courtesy: Alex Capozzi.

Building Trust and Obedience

The Foundations of Dog Training
Averi Ferris, Staff Writer | January 30, 2026

From the moment a dog enters your home, every interaction becomes a lesson, shaping their behavior and confidence to ensure they are well-mannered.  Training a dog requires time, understanding, and commitment. Dogs learn best when they feel safe and motivated, which is why patience and consistency...

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Tech in Class: Miss Green’s Senior English Class, distracted by their phones. DISCLAIMER: This is a staged photo and does not reflect the expectations set and enforced by Miss Green, December 9, 2025. Photo courtesy: Gianna Bellon.

From Notes to Notifications

Phones in School: Helpful or Harmful?
Gianna Bellon and Mia Cyr | January 28, 2026

Nearly every student goes to class with the same object in their pocket: a cell phone. It connects people to friends and family, provides them with information galore, and gives everyone a connection to the far reaches of the outside world. However, phones also offer temptation, an escape from the bustle...

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Berlin Holocaust: The Berlin Holocaust Memorial is a reminder of the atrocities that occurred during the holocaust, September 2, 2014. Photo courtesy: Wendelin Jacober (Creative Commons).

Remembering the Holocaust

Education and Awareness in Schools
Kyle Nelson, Staff Writer | January 27, 2026

January 27 marks Holocaust Remembrance Day, a time to reflect and commemorate the lives lost during the Holocaust, to honor the survivors, and to reaffirm our commitment to remembering history so that such atrocities are never repeated. Izzakhar Larkin, a senior, believes people should know more about...

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Top of the Mountain: Skiing with friends on top of the mountain, ready to go down, January 4, 2025. Photo courtesy: Jack Henkel.

Hitting the Slopes

Entering the Ski Season With Confidence
Jack Henkel, Staff Writer | January 23, 2026

Skiing is one of winter’s most popular sports as it offers beginners a fun way to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and learn new skills. While the sport may seem challenging at first, the right guidance and preparation can make starting out safe, exciting, and rewarding for anyone trying it for...

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Dream School: A student poses in merchandise from Sacred Heart University, December 15, 2025. Photo courtesy: Matthew Adkins.

Just Hit Submit; Now What?

Next Steps for Seniors Applying to College
Matt Adkins and Gavin Conte | January 21, 2026

As seniors hit “submit” on their college applications, many assume the hardest part is over. But the weeks between sending in materials and receiving decisions can be just as important. However, before stressing about the next steps, take a deep breath and celebrate taking a crucial step in establishing...

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