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Alexa White

Alexa White, Staff Writer

Hi, my name is Alexa White, and I’m a senior at Foran High School. This is my second year taking journalism, and I am a staff writer. I picked journalism because I love writing and learning about the people and places around me. At Foran, I am involved in the girls’ swim & dive team, lacrosse team, and Natural Helpers. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, working out, and travelling.

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Gifts: An easy and affordable Valentine’s Day Gift. February 14, 2025. Photo courtesy: Grace Tonelli.

A Valentine’s Day Guide

For Every Kind of Love Story
Alexa White and Grace Tonelli | February 19, 2026

Valentine’s Day is often labeled a holiday for couples, but in reality, it’s become less about romance and more about celebrating the people you love. From friendships and self-love to Galentine’s Day celebrations, students are finding creative ways to make February 14 meaningful, without the...

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Jump Ball: Aralynne Woods jumps up at center court, locked in and ready for the tip-off to start the game. Photo courtesy: Kelly Voigtl.

The Shining Senior Spotlight

Aralynne Woods Leads the Way
Grace Tonelli and Alexa White | January 28, 2026

This year, Aralynne Woods is the only senior on the Foran Girls Basketball team. As the team’s senior captain, she works hard to help the underclassmen and be a positive role model. She leads both on and off the court, always setting a good example for the team. Junior Small Forward Norah Bove states,...

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Christmas Cheer: Lauralton Hall's beautiful Christmas tree from last year's Christmas in the mansion. Photo Courtesy: Lauralton Hall

Decking the Hall

Lauralton Hall's Christmas in the Mansion
Alexa White and Grace Tonelli | December 1, 2025

Every December, Lauralton Hall’s Victorian Gothic Mansion turns into a winter wonderland for one of the school’s biggest traditions, Christmas in the Mansion. The annual fundraising event began in 1990 under the leadership of then Development Director Mrs. Beth Griffin. The event was discontinued...

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Smiles All Day Long: Senior Grace Tonelli and Junior Kate Lund smiling on a Tuesday Morning. October 28, 2025. Photo courtesy: Alexa White.

The Power of a Smile

Celebrating World Smile Day
Grace Tonelli and Alexa White | November 14, 2025

In a world that often feels chaotic, a simple smile can be a powerful act of kindness. Every year on the first Friday of October, people around the world celebrate World Smile Day.  This lighthearted occasion is dedicated to small gestures that make a big difference. This day reminds us that goodwill...

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Midfield Grind: Senior Kylie Posey on the field. Photo courtesy: May 2025.Maria Crocco.

Class of ‘26 Makes It Official

Seniors Committing to College Teams
Alexa White and Grace Tonelli | October 27, 2025

This year, several seniors at Foran are preparing to take the next step in their athletic careers: committing to play at the collegiate level. These student-athletes have put in years of hard work, from early morning practices to the late nights of studying. Now their dedication is paying off. Committing...

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Interviewing Jeff Raucci: Journalism students interviewing Foran’s Athletic Director, Jeffery Raucci. September 5, 2025. Photo courtesy: Lisa Farrell

Inspiring Athletes, Building Champions

A Day in the Life of Foran’s Athletic Director

With Jeff Raucci’s first year as athletic director under his belt, he aims to represent all sports and ensure a rewarding athletic program within Foran. From fall to spring, Raucci works hard to keep every sport running smoothly and at its best. Senior Wrestling Captain Zach Lund remarks,  “Our...

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An image captured on April 7, 2024 around 7:30pm at Morningside Beach. Morningside has a sidewalk where you walk by the beach or stairs to go to the bottom of the seawall and watch the sky or waves.

The Color of Milford Beaches

Alexa White and Laney Chan | April 25, 2024

          With 17 miles of shore, Milford is known as a coastal town. Despite the natural beauty of the ocean, the colors of the beaches often go ignored. Each beach has its own unique attributes, including color. Color is a perception that arises from the way our eyes detect different wavelengths...

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 Balancing Both Worlds: Ms. Pangu working with both high school students and preschool students in the Child Learning Center. February 27, 2024.

A Look Inside Ms. Pangu’s Classroom

Alexa White and Laney Chan | March 5, 2024

          Ms. Rachel Pangu has made a career teaching her passions with both preschool and high school students everyday, all while working at the same school as her daughter.             Interior Design, Human Growth and Development, Child Growth and Development, Methods of Teaching and...

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Basketball Hustle: Players rush down the court following the ball, February 1, 2023.

Behind the scenes of Unified Sports

Alexa White and Makayla Crespo | February 9, 2024

95% of public high schools in Connecticut offer a Unified Sports program; there are 47,909 combined participants in almost 20 states in the nation. On February 14, a Unified Sports winter basketball tournament will be held for all members of the club at Foran High School.  Unified Sports started...

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Scoring :Foran boys basketball game against Lyman Hall, December 14, 2023.

Playing For A Cure

The Coaches vs. Cancer Basketball Game
Alexa White and Laney Chan | January 10, 2024

           According to the National Cancer Institute, two million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year. The Coaches vs. Cancer program's goal is to unite people to defeat cancer. It is an organization between the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the National Association of Basketball...

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 Pumpkin Picking: Pumpkins to pick at Treat Farm in Orange, October 16, 2023.

Out and About During Spooky Season

Alexa White and Laney Chan | October 23, 2023

          With Halloween just around the corner, the people in Milford are beginning to participate in their annual traditions to get in the season's spirit. For many, Halloween is more than just pumpkins, costumes, treats, and scares, but it is also a time to bond with those who matter most.   ...

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A chef’s creation: Junior S. Perez posing with her meatloaf dish, October 4, 2023.

What’s Cooking in Yellow Hall?

Ava Sanz, Alexa White, Lila Rothbard, and Sophia Martin | October 6, 2023

          Chop, Stir, Mash. On Wednesday October 4, 2023, Ms. Randy’s advanced culinary class cooked up a flavorful dish of meatloaf and mashed potatoes with an Espagnole gravy drizzled on top . They were able to prepare the dish over the course of two days and served it up for the class to try. ...

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