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Instead of sleeping in on Thanksgiving and being awakened by the distant aroma of the day’s feast being cooked downstairs, I wake up bright and early, face the cold, and run five miles. I participate in the Turkey Trot every year without fail. Waking up early with fresh air makes me feel productive; I can...
As I pick out my outfit I picture all my flaws in each piece of clothing as I slowly tear my closet apart. When I finally pick something perfect to wear, I start my makeup. Yet, it takes me hours to actually begin because I am standing in front of my mirror wondering how much...
It was revealed that in the Staples cafeteria on Oct. 18, Chartwells is looking into solely having panini presses instead of the toasters due to the technical complications with the toaster ovens, which have been out of order since Aug. 29. The current ovens used for heating the sandwiches have aged. They need repairs, however,...
Often, high school students find their niche in a sport or activity, such as dance. The Dancers Exchange club at Staples allows dancers to use their passion and abilities to teach other kids dance. The club usually goes to Bridgeport once a week to teach dance to elementary school children who haven’t gotten the opportunity...
Whether it’s turning, jumping, on pointe or in tap shoes, I’m always working on my technique, constantly improving to become the best version of myself. My love for dance is unexplainable. When I’m not in school, I’m in the studio practicing and taking classes. Somewhere along the 11 years I have been dancing, I realized...