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Emma Swaller

Emma Swaller, Social Media Editor

Hi, my name is Emma Swaller, and I’m a junior at Foran High School. This is my second year taking journalism, and I am a staff writer and social media editor. I picked journalism because I love writing and learning about the people and places around me. At Foran, I am involved in Cheerleading and the Natural Helpers Club. In my free time, I enjoy going to the beach, hanging out with friends, and shopping. Some other things about myself are my favorite color is pink, my favorite season is fall, and my favorite subject is History.

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Street of Shops: Street in Universal Studios, April 13, 2026. Photo courtesy: Emma Swaller

Magic Captured Through the Lens

Emma Swaller, Social Media Editor | May 27, 2026

Orlando, Florida, is home to the most magical place on Earth: Disney World. From rides to games and so much more, Disney brings excitement and imagination to visitors from around the world. Photos taken throughout the park capture the bright colors, joyful atmosphere, and unforgettable memories shared...

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The 2020s style: Foran students showing off their prom dresses at prom ‘22, May 20, 2022. Photo courtesy: Megan Oliver.

Always in Style

Prom's trendiest dresses throughout the decades
Eloise Mackell and Emma Swaller | March 19, 2026

Looking back on the years, many things have changed, except for one thing: Prom. For decades, students have dressed to the nines, but dress trends continue to evolve every year. From tulle to satin, and from ballgown to mermaid, dress trends look different every year. A look back through various...

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Putting the “I” in Kind: A Foran student posing in the KIND mural painted by the Save Promise Club, September 22, 2025. Photo courtesy: Melissa Kaminski.

National Acts of Kindness Day

How Kindness Affects Foran
Emma Swaller and Eloise Mackell | February 17, 2026

Kindness is contagious; a study from the American Psychiatric Association revealed that every day, simple acts of kindness can boost one’s mood, reduce stress, and possibly alleviate symptoms of depression or anxiety. The National Acts of Kindness Day was established in Denver, Colorado, in February...

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ASL Together: The three club members together, December 16, 2025. Photo courtesy: Eloise Mackell.

All About ASL

Exploring the American Sign Language Club
Emma Swaller and Eloise Mackell | January 12, 2026

Although the American Sign Language (ASL) Club is small, it has shown to have a huge impact at Foran. The club is run by Mrs. Sarah DiGiacomo, who has been in charge of the club for the past four years. DiGiacomo has worked to create a space where students can learn not just a new language but also how...

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Lighting up the Night: The star from Mya Fischetti’s yard, made by her dad. November 16, 2025. Photo credit: Mya Fischetti.

Lighting Up the Season

How Lights Lead to Memories
Emma Swaller and Eloise Mackell | December 12, 2025

With the holiday season approaching, people put up their Christmas lights, and some of the best ones can be the highlight of a person's holiday season. Milford citizen John Krusinski carefully curates a map of the best houses for families to enjoy. This tradition started in 2017 after Krusinski was...

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Refreshing Drinks: A Bondie and Ocean Breeze from 7 Brew. October 16, 2025. Photo Courtesy: Eloise Mackell.

7 Brew Bringing Fresh New Flavor to Locals

Emma Swaller and Eloise Mackell | November 6, 2025

Coffee, teas, energy drinks, smoothies, lemonades, shakes, and sparkling water, 7 Brew has it all! The coffee shop made popular by the internet opened in Orange, CT, on October 13.  7 Brew has a full menu of over 20,000 different drink combinations. The menu features drinks that are not very common...

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A Win for the Lions: Girls swim and dive team wins meet against Daniel Hand High School. September 22, 2025. Photo courtesy: Callie Jackson.

Diving Into Success

A Season with the Girls Swim & Dive Team
Emma Swaller and Sophia Skelton | October 15, 2025

As the fall season begins, girls’ swim and dive starts back up. Girls’ swim and dive is coached by Mrs. Kristin Skuches and Mr. Brian Dooling. This season, the team aims to win and qualify for the State Opens. So far, they have 6 swimmers who have met state cutoff times. The team moved up from...

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Milford's Beaches, Where Tranquility Meets the Tide

Milford’s Beaches, Where Tranquility Meets the Tide

Emma Swaller, Staff Writer | June 11, 2025

Where Water Meets Land: Waves meet rocks at the shoreline. May 19, 2025. Photo Courtesy: Emma Swaller.   Shore in Sight: A distant stretch of land seen across the sea. May 19, 2025. Photo Courtesy Emma Swaller.   Blue Horizon: Endless ocean stretching under the sky. May...

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Graduation Time: Foran Alumni Charlotte Mackell, June 17, 2022. Photo courtesy: Charlotte Mackell

From High School to College

How to Prepare Like a Pro
Eva Fernandes and Emma Swaller | April 17, 2025

Transitioning from high school to college requires careful preparation and planning to ensure a successful and smooth transition. College marks a new chapter in your life where you can meet new people and try new things, preparing like a pro is the best way to make this transition. Aubry Dove, one...

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Ava up in a stunt, photo provided by: Southern Connecticut Pop Warner

Ava’s Lasting Legacy on Milford Cheer

Emma Swaller and Eloise Mackell | March 17, 2025

For Ava Skye Perrella, cheerleading wasn’t just a sport, it was a way for her to express herself and make an impact on the people around her. The Pop Warner program was lucky to have a bubbly person like Ava, who always put smiles on people's faces around her, until her untimely death at age 10 Ava...

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Heart Shaped Sugar Cookies: Frosted heart sugar cookies  Photo by: iStock

Top Five Ways to Spend This Valentine’s Day

Eva Fernandes and Emma Swaller | February 10, 2025

For this Valentine's Day season, there are many ways to celebrate and show value to the people who mean the most.   Go to a Drive-in Movie One way to spend this Valentine's Day is going to a drive-in movie theater, whether that is with a significant other or a friend. Some places near Milford...

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Foran Lions Pink Out Game: Juniors Alex Lin and Justin Rodriguez October 8, 2024. Photo courtesy: Justin Rodriguez.

A Season to Remember: Fall Sports Favorite Memories

Emma Swaller and Eva Fernandes | December 13, 2024

With the 2024 fall sports season coming to an end, football, soccer, volleyball, cheer, and swim & dive have made lots of memories. Through games, practices, and team bonding moments, memories were created that will stay with Foran athletes for a lifetime Football Although it was hard to pick...

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Christmas Tree: Lit up Christmas tree November 29, 2024. Photo courtesy: Eva Fernandes

How do you Celebrate the Holidays?

Eva Fernandes and Emma Swaller | December 10, 2024

The holidays mean family, traditions, and festivities to the students here at Foran. Within the school, there are many different ways students celebrate the holidays. Sophomore, Maddie Salai, spends the holidays with her family, celebrating traditions, and creating new memories. Her favorite tradition...

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Officer Kreitman: Officer Kreitman posing in front of the wall October 10, 2024. Photo courtesy: Eva Fernandes.

Meet Our School’s New SRO

Eva Fernandes and Emma Swaller | October 21, 2024

Building connections, being a shoulder to lean on, and creating a sense of security for students are all goals that our new SRO (School Resource Officer), Micaela Kreitman has for her time at Foran.  From a young age Officer Kreitman has wanted to be involved with police activity. Before becoming...

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Fall Treats and Sweets

Fall Treats and Sweets

Emma Swaller, Eva Fernandes, Ryan Lawrence, and Ava Cleary | September 19, 2024

With Fall around the corner, the Bake Shop prepares to make fall desserts in period three. One of the recipes they make is chocolate chip pumpkin bread. The class splits up, half make banana bread, and half make pumpkin bread. The experienced seniors, Carli Cassone, Jaime Sanz, and Jagger Rees have...

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