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The BMX team: The members of the #nohatetour biking team on their “stage”, October 8, 2024. Photo Courtesy: Zahra Chopra

Riding Through Challenges: How #Nohatetour is Breaking Barriers in Mental Health Awareness

Zahra Chopra and Aubrey Holthaus | October 21, 2024

Expecting a normal assembly, students walk into the gymnasium on a Tuesday morning. Mental health assemblies are common. Most students have attended multiple, during their high school careers. They've listened to the typical speech about positivity. But upon entry, everyone knew this would not be one...

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Hurricane Milton: Hurricane Milton storm map, October 9, 2024. Photo courtesy: NASA Space Observatory.

Double Trouble

Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton
Ryan Lawrence, Staff Writer | October 15, 2024

Almost three weeks ago, Hurricane Helene; a Category four hurricane left a trail of destruction as it demolished states throughout the East Coast. The storm's relentless winds and furious rain crushed homes and tore up land while being responsible for the death of over 200 people. While dealing with...

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Ready To Go: New teachers Mr. John Liscio and Ms. Megan Hosking pose together for a picture, September 25, 2024. Photo By: John Liscio

Entering the Lion’s Den

An Introduction to Foran’s New Teachers
Gavin Conte and Matt Adkins | October 15, 2024

Each year, some Foran teachers depart and say goodbye, while others start a new chapter in their teaching careers by taking their place. This school year, two new teachers are joining the Foran staff, and they hope to make their mark on the school community. The new teachers are Mr. John Liscio and...

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The Guidance Office: Welcoming our new long-term substitute guidance counselor, Elisabeth LeSieur. Photo Courtesy: Rosina Smith, October 11, 2024.

Five Questions and Answers With Long-Term Substitute Counselor Elisabeth LeSieur

Katie Vitaletti and Rosina Smith | October 11, 2024

How has your experience been so far at Foran? “My experience at Foran has been fantastic so far. It is hectic coming in after the year has started and not knowing any students or staff was a challenge, but every day I meet new people, which is great.” What do you plan on doing within...

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The Zen Den: The inside of the Zen Den, a resource that students struggling with mental wellbeing can utilize. October 10th, 2024. Photo courtesy: Andrew Bishop

Guidance To Good Mental Health

Andrew Bishop and Kellen Kirker | October 10, 2024

More than four in ten students felt constantly sad or hopeless and nearly one-third experienced poor mental health, according to a 2021 study by cdc.gov. There are many ways that school affects a student's mental wellbeing.  “Academically, I see students fall behind with work/participation when...

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Group Photo of All Senior Girls: Foran’s senior class girls gather for a group photo after witnessing the senior sunrise, marking the start of their last year in high school.  August 28, 2024. Photo courtesy: Milford resident

Last First Day

Girls Senior Sunrise
Sophia Martin, Staff Writer | October 8, 2024

Every high school has its traditions, but one of the most cherished at Foran is the senior sunrise. For the senior girls, it’s more than just an event, it marks their final chapter in high school.  While some may not know the meaning behind it, senior sunrise is a time when girls who have grown...

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Guidance counselors introducing themselves to  the new students. The students will have the same guidance counselors for all 4 years at Foran. August 27, 2024. Photo by: Lisa Farrell.

Finding Their Way

Tips to Make the Transition into High School Easier
Laney Chan, Staff Writer | October 7, 2024

As a new school year starts, there are many new faces at Foran, including the freshmen class of 2028. With the transition from middle school to high school, they are entering a new chapter of their lives. The Foran community is responsible for making the freshmen feel comfortable for not only their first...

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Officer Kish: A Day at Work with Officer Kish, September 30, 2024. Photo courtesy: Violet Therriault

Do not Fear, Kish is Here

“My favorite part is building relationships with the teenagers. I think I get the best of both worlds. I get to be a cop but I also get to be like a social worker.”  Kayleigh Kish, the School Resource Officer (SRO), has been protecting and serving the school community since March of 2022. She...

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Working with Words of Affirmation: Students participating in an activity where they receive a random prompt relating to words of affirmation. September 23, 2024. Photo by Laney Chan

Who Are You Beneath Your Skin?

Anthony Valentine’s Visit at Foran
Carlie Mae Simard and Laney Chan | October 4, 2024

Every obstacle in life that makes people feel discouraged forms a “brick”. As more and more obstacles arise, they begin to build a wall.  “Behind the wall you have built is the real you,” says motivational speaker, game creator, and short film director, Anthony Valentine. This is a message...

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Invasive Lanternfly: The Lanternfly sits on screen. Photo courtesy: Creative Commons

Red Invaders of the Community

Carlie Mae Simard, Staff Writer | October 4, 2024

A vibrant, yet menacing insect with striking red and black wings, silently infiltrates the local Milford community. The invasive lanternfly is a formidable adversary to the environment. As it spreads, relentlessly, it leaves behind a path of destruction, decimating crops and threatening native plant...

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Officer Kish: Officer Kish in the lobby, September 24, 2024. Photo courtesy: Emma Swaller.

Officer Kish, the Woman Behind the Uniform

Emma Swaller, Eva Fernandes, Ryan Lawrence, and Ava Cleary | September 27, 2024

“Cops aren't always scary, we're just normal people outside the uniform,” says Officer Kayleigh Kish. She serves as our School Resource Officer (SRO) in school, but she is so much more behind the scenes. Before Kish’s job as an officer and SRO, she enlisted in the Air Force, although she wanted...

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New Leadership, New Goals: Foran Introduces Jeffrey Raucci as the New Athletic Director

New Leadership, New Goals: Foran Introduces Jeffrey Raucci as the New Athletic Director

William MacKnight and Jagger Rees | September 26, 2024

With the retirement of former athletic director Anthony Vitelli, Foran welcomes former health teacher, Jeffrey Raucci. With a career spanning over 10 years in teaching and coaching, Raucci brings his experience and a fresh perspective to the athletic program. His commitment to promoting student-athlete...

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