 By Kennedi White '26 As temperatures drop this winter, a new hot trend has been going around, mostly for men called the Quarter Zip and Matcha trend. This trend has been all over social media platforms lately landing on celebrities like Kai Cenat and more. This fascination started when a young man on TikTok named Jason Gyamfi, who made a video talking about how his friends were wearing NikeTechs. In his words, he said “We don't do Niketechs, it's straight quarter zips and matcha, we elevated in life.” That line went viral and has been seen on many different platforms.  Everyone is saying that line while holding their Machta and wearing their Quarter Zip Sweaters. It got so viral it landed in many different schools and led more people to buy Quarter Zip and Matcha and make a video to get a lot of views.
Matcha was so popular it has increased 86% over the last 3 years and is still going up till this day according to the New York Times. This is pretty crazy but also very good for companies in your local Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts and more. You may ask yourself what is a quarter zip and matcha? Well a quarter zip is a sweatshirt or jacket with a zipper that only goes half way down your chest. A matcha is a drink like tea that comes from Japanese green tea leaves and contains high nutrients. Which basically explains why they said they were elevated in life referring to their health and look. Since this has happened their prices have gone up. The price right now is between $4.95 and $6.26. If you add an extra scoop it is another dollar. A quarter zip ranges from $20.00 to $200.00 depending on the brand. Both these prices have gone up since the viral video. So, if you are interested in matcha and quarter zips, do your research on what to buy. The viral video had definitely increased its level of popularity and caused more people to desire these products.
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 By Ava Ramsey and Cailynn Rodriguez '26
Have you noticed a switch in our music recently? What is this switch? Is it making music better or worse? We open the app every day, but we don’t think about its effect on what we listen to. TikTok, the social media app with 1.6 billion monthly users that has taken over our culture, has affected the way we listen to music, the way music is made, and the way we engage with the world around us. What is TikTok? What does it have to do with music? Tiktok is a widely popular and universal social media platform used for creating, sharing, and discovering short form video content. People use it for a variety of reasons such as raising awareness for certain issues, announcing businesses, promoting music, art, products etc. and overall self expression. Crucially, the platform centers around sounds within a 15 second clip that are attention grabbing. How TikTok affects the music we listen to TikTok has become one of the most powerful platforms for music discovery. The app is full of new trends every day, and most of them are connected to songs. Whether it’s an older song blowing up again, a catchy song someone creates a dance to, or a genre of music that normally isn’t popular. As a result, a song that goes viral on TikTok often becomes the ones we hear everywhere. According to the Billboard Radio Song Estimates during the week of November 16, 2025, 74.67 million people have heard the song The Ordinary by Alex Warren, which blew up on TikTok in February of this year. Throughout the app, the song is used in 2.3 million videos and has over 10.2 billion views. So, essentially, TikTok was the engine of discovery for The Ordinary and many other songs. The platform took a successful content creators song and it became a viral sensation. How music is changing because of TikTok A very notable change in our music since the growth of TikTok is the creative process. Songs have begun to seem like they’re written to deliver one killer 15 second clip rather than 3 minutes of complete lyrics. Songwriters and producers put lots of energy into a memorable, attention-grabbing punchline- like a distinctive beat drop, unique intro or a vigorous chorus. The rest of the song is often structured to buffer time between the well engineered viral clip and the runtime. The 15-second letdown is real. I’ve done it myself, checked apple music and it’s just a boring song. could consider TikTok a testing ground for pre-released music where the algorithm then decides what becomes a major hit. Is music made better/worse because of TikTok? Tiktok has changed the music industry in many huge ways, but whether it has made music better or worse depends mainly on perspective. Tiktok's relationship is complicated. On the bright side, it gives an amazing opportunity for talent and to show off skills. A new artist can blow up and go completely viral. It's an awesome opportunity to discover random tracks and new genres you didn't know you liked. But on the other hand, it might be killing the full song. Since everything revolves around a 15- second clip, there's pressure on artists to focus only on those certain catchy little hooks instead of putting actual meaning onto the track. And to be honest, the moment a song goes viral it gets ridiculously overplayed that people get sick and tired of it after a week. And then it's on the radio for the next 6 months. Tiktok has definitely boosted creativity and new opportunities in music although it has also shifted attention towards trends and short-term popularity.  Source: KBA Architects by Rophie Centurpen (Rosie Thigpen and Sophie Centurelli) '26
Today, November 21, at 6 pm, our high school will be hosting its first Turkey Bowl since 2019. Turkey Bowl, formerly known as Powder Puff, is an all women’s flag football competition and a Wethersfield High School tradition. The event consists of 3 teams: a teacher team, a senior team, and grades 9-11 team. The game will follow a Round Robin tournament style. Anticipation rises as we approach the event, many students, teachers, and faculty are already invested in the competition. Some of the participating teams on the teachers team were dressed up in the official teachers Turkey Bowl shirt, while also drawing under their eyes with eye-black to really hype up their play! The senior team is showing their readiness for the game by all wearing their official shirt to school. Playing first are the Seniors vs. grades 9-11, following that are grades 9-11 vs. teachers and then for the final game it’s seniors vs. teachers. Eagle Eye will cover the event in its entirety, but make sure to check it out on Cottone Field at 6 PM!  By Kennedi White, '26 Looking for something to do? An easy answer is to attend the BSU, Brothers and Sisters United first meeting of the school year on November 19th in the Wethersfield High School Media Center immediately after school. Brothers and Sisters United, BSU, of Wethersfield High School is committed to intellectual, cultural, social, and ethnic diversity. The BSU’s focus is to build awareness, education, and a new level of consciousness about being a person of color in today's society. This club was developed to promote acceptance and tolerance across all cultures and to help them build up their self esteem so they can lead by example. According to former WHS History Teacher Mrs. Duggins, one of the advisors, she said, “The group is meant to help people learn about African American Culture and history.” This club is designed to support Wethersfield High School’s desire to be more inclusive.  Source: W. Hartford Public Schools The mission of this year's club is to create a scholarship for seniors that are part of the Choice program. In Wethersfield, students can apply for the Dollars for Scholars program which gives money to Wethersfield students to help them pay for their college.
Unfairly, students from Hartford who go to WHS and are a part of the Choice program are not allowed to apply for the scholarship. In addition, they are also not given the scholarship that is given to students in Hartford because they are not part of the Hartford Public Schools. They are unfairly treated and left out of an opportunity. The club decided to raise money through fundraising so students from the Choice Program can apply for this scholarship and be given money they can put towards college. The club will be meeting on November 19th to discuss ways they can raise money. The more people that show interest the better it will be for all the students at Wethersfield High School. Regardless of your race, ethnicity or religion, please show up and support Wethersfield High School to make it a more inclusive environment.  By Madina Faizi and Amir Sabitov, '26 The government can be a mix of complex, controversial, and important information that not many people are informed about. Civic literacy has declined over the years, with schools focusing on teaching students other subjects. With the spotlight on Wethersfield High School students, our main priority is to make sure students are actually learning. But what do they know already in a subject that has real-world benefits, the preparation for the society’s system, and personal responsibilities. Civics, which is currently a required class to graduate, is a class many struggle in. John Palazzo, a teacher at Wethersfield High School, currently prioritizes the learning for students being taught civics. Mr. Palazzo said, “I think that students are not taught enough about governance throughout their schooling. This is especially true in the younger grades where literacy and STEM skills are prioritized. Social studies often takes a back seat, and even then it's not usually until high school where students get extensive lessons on government/governance.” He also mentions the great action of making civics a required class, allowing students to better their understanding of the government. “What I believe students are lacking in their civic literacy is an understanding about how policies are made, who makes them, and how they can have the power to influence those decisions. Just because you are unable to vote, it does not mean you can't influence change. Also, in today's society in which people can get stuck in social media algorithms, they may never come across points of view that truly challenge their point of view in a respectful way,” John Palazzo said.  A few of Mr. Palazzo's room from the first floor of WHS TikTok algorithms have a huge impact on people and the community, and can be most vulnerable to children. He states how the media can further polarize groups preventing authentic discussions. As students at Wethersfield High School, we are of that population.
“I think with many topics in our country being politicized, schools have not necessarily focused on educating students on government, but have rather focused on teaching kids how to come up with an idea/claim/thesis and defend it with evidence while also attempting to have an understanding of the other side's argument.” He also believes, “I think more recently there has been more focus on teaching students about bias and how to be aware of it in the media.” With the future passed forward onto the students of Wethersfield High School, it’s important that they realize the benefits of becoming academically smart in this subject. “I think something that would be beneficial is if students had more opportunities for service projects in which they can impact their community authentically, and be at the forefront of the change they wish to see in their community.” “I believe students are more capable than they think. So it is our job as educators and parents to help give students that confidence to realize their potential. In a few short years, most Wethersfield High School students will be able to vote and their vote is equal to everyone else's. This is their community too, and they should not be afraid to take care of it or share where they see.”  by: Olivia Kablik
She Kills Monsters, the Wethersfield High School fall play, is happening on November 14, 15, and 16. She Kills Monsters is about a mixture of the fantasy with the real world, along with the acceptance of grief and being unique. The students of the Drama Club are preparing this week for the fall play. I interviewed my fellow cast members about what they are doing to prepare for the play. I asked senior Brie Davis, who plays the lead role of Agnes, how she is preparing. “This week I am really planning out my days. Getting work done in school to have little stress when I get home. I’m also going to sleep early and drinking soooo much water to not get sick before the show,” Davis said. The cast and crew has been working hard to present this unique play to Wethersfield. Admission is fourteen dollars for adults and twelve dollars for students and seniors. Come and see it! Tickets are available at this link, and prices are $14 for adults and $12 for students/seniors. Showtimes are November 14 and 15 at 7:30 PM, with a matinee showing on November 16 at 3:30 PM.  By Katherine Freitas '26
Wethersfield High School athletics has seen lots of wins this fall season. From soccer to field hockey, there are standout athletes who helped lead these teams to their wins. Wethersfield High School’s fall athletes and seniorsMaya Fanelli, Justin Crossen, and Joey McKenna are a great representation of our school's pride and integrity. Here are some of your fall standout athletes. Maya Fanelli: Maya Fanelli has been a 4-year varsity player for the WHS Girls Field Hockey team. The midfielder has put an immense amount of time and effort all four of those years to get to where she is now. October 20 was senior night and also the night Fanelli scored her 100th goal of her high school career. At the end of her senior season, she had 18 goals and 12 assists. As a team captain, she led her team through different challenges and faced many different teams this season. “I learn what my teammates do and don't like, and what works for them, not everyone can handle ‘tough love.’ I try my best to create bonds with everyone on the team and help foster the idea that we all don't have to be best friends with one another, but at the end of the day we are a team that will enjoy being together for the 3-4 hours a day that we are,” Fanelli said. Fanelli was a crucial part of the team on the field and off the field. She made sure that her teammates knew the captain and didn't just mean she was an upperclassman, but to let her team know that she was there when they needed her, and that team chemistry was something that meant a lot to her. Even though most of the field hockey season was filled with positivity and wins, it also had its struggles. She said, “The hardest setback was losing 8 out of the 11 varsity starters from last season. We only had 3 returning varsity starters, so this season I had to learn to play with a lot of new people. It was never super difficult and our team chemistry helped us click with each other quickly.” Even though she was surrounded by a new roster, she was still able to bring the chemistry from the varsity team last year, to the new players this year. Fanelli made sure that they would be able to play successfully on the field, while also having a strong connection off the field.  By Rophie Centurpen (Rosie Thigpen and Sophie Centurelli)
Let’s talk about Capstone. If you are a junior, you know it’s a huge deal. You are required to present something that shows you are a WHS Vision of the Graduate as a communicator, collaborator, and problem solver. Once you prove that you are a Vision of the Graduate, you will be eligible to graduate. In the Capstone presentation, you can dive deep into your own interests, passions, and career aspirations, and make the project uniquely your own. Each year, juniors stress about Capstone relentlessly, as they worry if they don’t pass, they won’t graduate, but, good news, we are here to help you.  A look at the Eagles Hockey locker room. By Dylan Cyr ‘26 With winter just around the corner, the Wethersfield Eagles Men's Ice Hockey team begins their preparation for the upcoming season. Competing in Division II means the team faces a difficult and challenging lineup of teams, including South Windsor, East Catholic, Farmington Valley Co-op and many more. Preparing now is crucial to ensure success. Hard work starts well before the first puck drop of the season. “We try to get together and do any activities we can,” Head Coach Dennis Tulimieri Sr. says, “We’ve done a little bit of weight training, we’ve done a lot of leadership training with eight or nine players involved with that.” Every Wednesday, the team meets at Newington Arena to train with Future Fitness, a fitness program run by professional sports trainer Pete Asadourian to help with conditioning. “We can’t get on the ice until the Monday after Thanksgiving.” Keeping the team together and working hard off the ice will translate into a good work ethic and fresh legs by the time the team is back on ice.  Coach Tulimieri on the sidelines SOURCE: NBC Connecticut In his 40th season, Coach Tulimieri continues a tradition of involving a leadership council. Every Sunday morning, a group of returning players meet at the local cafe Max Bibo’s and talk about how to be a leader. Even though captainship isn’t promised, Coach Tulimieri believes that building up leaders, regardless of their title or lack of, will help support the team. “The core essence of a team is to develop a culture. If you don’t have a culture, you’re not going to have a team.”
As the season gets closer and closer, the team continues to work hard in hopes of having another successful campaign. From the work put in off the ice, to the chemistry built within the team, the preparation will help our Wethersfield Eagles have a good and successful season. By: Jenevieve Haggerty, Madelyn Albright & Elli Avdimetaj - Nov 11, 2025 Old Wethersfield, the initial town founded in 1634 of Wethersfield, CT has the most exciting traditions just for you! If you are interested in fun little events hosted by a traditional old town, the later months of the year may be a good idea to check this town out.  Cove Carnival
Around mid-October every year, Old Wethersfield annually holds the Cove Carnival, a festive fair for all to be a part of, located in Cove park. This carnival is hosted by the Keane Foundation, an organization that was established in 2001 after the tragic 9/11 incident following the deaths of three individuals living in Old Wethersfield. The organization was named after Richard M. Keane, one of the individuals that had passed. Since then, the Keane Foundation has hosted a multitude of programs for children and adults alike to benefit from. The Cove Carnival that was hosted this year has been a popular event throughout the October weekend, starting on Friday, Oct. 17. Prices change annually, often increasing. As of 2025, wristbands have increased $10 marking it a total of $30 for one. There had been some significant changes to rides earning many opinions. For instance, the famous ‘Air Force One’ attraction flipping across the air returned with the new name ‘Zeus’. To accompany it, an anti-gravity ride known as ‘Casino’ was introduced into the mix earning lots of attention. As many things blossom into the carnival itself, many of those attending found some modifications to be a downside of the event. Wethersfield High School senior Rosie Thigpen had a strong opinion regarding the resident favorite, ‘Rock n’ Roll’, being replaced with ‘Flying Bobs, saying, “The replacement for Rock ‘N Roll was a little slow and prices were a bit high this year. I didn’t really bring enough money that was needed, but it was fun to walk around with my friends.” Many were concerned about the assortment of attractions this year while others worried about the initial costs of it all. However, the fair still gained immense popularity proving itself as a validating spot for many to be with those they cherish. As the Cove lasts three days, it is recommended that families come around Sunday with their children. It is the shortest day of the carnival and remains during the day. Friday and Saturday are typically for the adolescents, where events are held through afternoon and night as school is out. All days are available to the public but this remains to be the typical pattern.  By Mariyah Gonzalez, '26
At WHS, there was a rule implemented where kids have to do a Smartpass for wherever they want to go using the website Smartpass. This rule was implemented for the 2024-2025 school year. As some students have noticed, the real issue is that kids aren't ending passes when they get back to class. I interviewed Olivia Kablik, a senior at WHS, and she was very frustrated with the Smartpass system. She said, “When I make a pass to go to the bathroom, I always have to wait in lines, it's probably because people don't end their passes.” With people either forgetting to end their pass or trying to see how long they can keep their pass on, it is wasting many student’s time. The teachers who are on hall duty spend time trying to find the “missing” students while students are waiting in line to go to the bathroom. This is where ending your passes comes in, when you don't end your pass it can end up causing a bathroom “pileup.” When people are waiting in the lines for the bathroom, it can get frustrating because in years prior we were able to just ask and go, but now we have to ask, make a pass and wait. There are many reasons for this, such as when you make a pass you have to wait for an opening spot for that area and if there isn't then you have to wait, and most of the time there is a long line for the bathrooms and when you get a pass it's only a certain amount of time. While we all understand why this rule was implemented, it was implemented to track the students in case of a fire drill or a lockdown or to just keep an eye on who is out at what times and how long they are missing classes, it can be very difficult to maneuver around. When people are waiting in the lines for the bathroom it can get frustrating because in years prior we were able to just ask and go, but now we have to ask, make a pass and wait for the pass to tell us we can go. So all in all, end your passes, WHS students!  By Mevlad Delic and Luca Ianucci
The final countdown for seniors this year is filled with navigating college application, trade school requirements, and memories. Sometimes, there are people that say senior year is easy and you do nothing. All past graduating classes have only talked about how fun senior year is and how fast the days go by, but in reality it’s been boring, stressful, and long for some seniors. For the Wethersfield High School Class of 2026, we personally have found senior year easy in the aspect of work that we are getting. There is definitely less homework and less classwork compared to junior year. At times though, it has been difficult and stressful. Doing college applications, college essays, scholarships, and getting everything ready for life after high school are all the difficult and stressful things we found these first few months. Also we found ourselves thinking about the memories made throughout high school. That is because knowing you will not be in high school next year is a crazy thought. Wethersfield High School senior Ajdin Huzejrovic, who is planning on going into a trade said,“ Senior year has been pretty easy and I have found it pretty good. I’m going to trade school for HVAC.” He went on to say, “ Senior year hasn’t been my easiest year, but has been easier than freshman and junior year. I found getting prepared for life after high school pretty difficult this year because of how much there is to do to get ready for trade school.” But not every student is having the same experience in their last year.For some seniors, college athletic recruiters make a big difference in their experience. Senior Ramo Ahmetovic, who plans to play soccer in college said, “Senior year is going great, soccer is also going great and I have a lot of colleges that are interested in me. The hardest part school wise about senior year is staying on task with all these exciting events coming up and am ready to graduate.” He went on to say this about the experience of being recruited, “What I found the hardest thing about being recruited is that I have so many options it is hard to find the best school that fits my desires.” Ahmetovic has a range of schools from high division 1 schools to high division 2 schools to attend, study, and play soccer. For those who are struggling and need some help with post planning after high school, the resources are here at Wethersfield High School. You can schedule an appointment with your counselor, who are our local post-high school planning experts. They even built a website that has helpful guides and resources to help you in your journey. Your counselor can help you and could give answers to any questions you may have about after graduation. They also give tips to make your senior year more fun and smoother. Utilize your tools and have a fun senior year.  Source: Homes.com By: Edita Becirovic, '26
Over the years, the Wethersfield High School community has had many changes. One of the changes is the addition of new rules. No matter how hard the teachers tried to talk with the students, they always had new problems that were occurring. The teachers and the administrators had enough and finally decided to make the rules stricter so that students learn their lesson in the long run after high school. On November 11, I interviewed the Wethersfield High School principal, Mrs. O’Connor, and she said,“School avoidance and the lack of wanting to be in class skyrocketed during Covid.” The board of education of Wetherfield had to find a way to get back to the usual expectations quickly and have students learn how to stay in classes. The administrators learned about using a new program called Smartpass, where it tracks where and when the students go throughout the day. The pass can be created with a few clicks. All you have to do is search up app.smartpass.app, log in through your school email, find your location and add the location you want to visit. At WHS, there are staff members monitoring any students in the hallway to know that they are safe and going where they need to be going. The goal for the site is to have students in their classrooms to learn and not have them walking around, missing their learning.  WHS Athletic Director Sterling Scanlon By Ava Ramsey, Cailynn Rodriguez and Kendra Graham
Over the past few years, Wethersfield High School has been attempting to diversify our school and make it more inclusive. We have added courses like Education in a Multicultural Society, and African American Studies, as well as clubs like BSU, that are meant to help students feel welcomed. We also have events like Culture Night, as a result of the student council, that are held annually. At WHS Culture Night, usually held during February, students, staff and their families get to walk around the cafeteria and express their culture through dance, music, food and clothing. It is apparent that our school is making an effort for everyone to feel seen, valued and heard. However, those efforts may be falling short. Although we are moving forward, the journey to belonging is not finished yet. Having diversity does not always mean having inclusion. In classes and clubs, it can sometimes feel like certain voices stand out more than others. BSU club president and WHS senior Kennedi White said, “I walked into my Afro-Latino Studies class and for the first time there were more people of color than non, at first I thought it was so cool, then I realized this is my only class like that. I soon came to the conclusion that POC were not the minority in the room because the majority, white people, do not care enough to educate themselves on important and real events that POC have faced.” Kennedi’s realization highlights a quantifiable gap, our total student body is 1,126 students. With a demographic breakdown of 733 White students (65.1%),245 Hispanic students (21.8%), 59 African American (5.2%) 43 Multiracial (3.8%), 39 Asian students (3.5%) and 5 Native Americans (4%). Although the difference in numbers is drastic, it does not need to feel that way. There is a way to make a change and that change comes from being more educated. Wethersfield High School's new Athletic Director Sterling Scanlon said, “A burden that I think, is people of color have is to try to do a lot of explaining about, your history, where you come from, why you dress the way you dress, why your hair is the way it is, all of these things But, if you surround yourself with people, like I'm thinking of one of my best friends right now, who is white, he loves discussion because he just wants to know more. He does it because he grew up in a place where he was completely sheltered and had no idea about the things that I went through… he's trying to gain as much information as possible about my life and kind of what things are like for people that don't look like him.” Scanlon stresses how marginalized students do not deserve to feel that burden, and talks about a solution, “So I think to just create those spaces where people feel comfortable and want to learn. I think when those spaces are created, a lot of learning happens, how you get there, kind of tough, right? And finding those people is kind of tough.“ Leadership roles and advanced sources don’t reflect the diversity of the student body. Representation among teachers and staff play a major role in how supported students feel, and having a more diverse faculty could help build stronger connections and even create more role models for students of color. Wethersfield has made many positive and essential steps. However, achieving true inclusion means making sure that every culture and voice is heard and represented consistently-in every classroom- not occasionally. Eagles on the Trail: Wethersfield High School’s Hiking Club Finds Adventure and Community11/11/2025  Photo Credit: Quarry Park Website By Elizabeth Mann
Have a passion for nature and the outdoors? Well, Wethersfield High School is reintroducing its Hiking Club, which was founded during the COVID-19 shutdown in 2020 to encourage students to appreciate how hiking and nature can calm nerves. The Hiking Club is more than just a group of students that take walks; it has a sense of community built on laughter and adventures. Now the WHS Hiking Club is dedicated to exploring new trails and making memories. The WHS Hiking Club has already gone to Quarry Park in Rocky Hill, and really enjoyed their time there. The co-presidents Sophie Centurelli and Rosie Thigpen plan on hiking Castle Craig in Meriden. They meet the first Tuesday of every month at 2:20 after school in room 304. It welcomes grades 9 - 12. While there, they talk about actual hike dates, times, and locations that vary depending on the weather and seasons. If you want to join the club contact Mrs. Cristina Russo, Sophie Centurelli, or Rosa Thigpen. But, due to its recent popularity, you may occasionally need to wait for an opening to join the club. Sophie Centurelli and Rosa Thigpen, WHS seniors and the club's co-presidents, share some of their thoughts on the club. After spending previous years hiking and exploring, Thigpen started developing a passion for the outdoors and nature, which led her to join the school’s hiking club. Centurelli then shares that she loves the challenge that comes along with hiking; she lives for it. Over the years, the WHS Hiking Club has shown a commitment to not just to Wethersfield High School, but also the community. They have had a positive impact on the Connecticut Children’s Hospital, by raising over $600 in 2021. They demonstrated that they aren’t just focused on hikes, but also providing support to our community.  By: Grace Cook Wethersfield High School is putting on a production of Our Town, a play by Thornton Wilder on November 10-13 in the WHS auditorium. Our Town takes place in 1910’s Grover’s Corner, New Hampshire and explores George Gibbs, Emily Webb, and their relationship together. Their relationship, which grows from friendship to romance and ultimately ends up in marriage, is meant to teach the lesson that we live life without appreciating what it really has to offer. This play won’t be the exact same as the original though. Senior Aidan Cook, who plays Constable Warren, had this to say about the changes made: “I think the audience will appreciate the changes that we added to the play so that it's more like our town, like Wethersfield”. Cook wasn't able to share the specific changes that were made, but he did give us a hint about what the play will look like. “All of the props are imaginary”, he said ominously. The drama department is looking forward to drawing in large crowds. Liv Hammer, who is also a senior and plays Joe Crowl Jr. said, “This is a play about ordinary people and it shows an ordinary life so it can reach all audiences.” The students and teachers who are part of this production have been working tirelessly and they are excited to present the show. Tickets will be available to purchase soon. Our Town will be performed on November 10th to the 13th in the WHS auditorium. You can purchase your tickets here to enjoy the show!  By Gabriella Szwed and Vanessa Venditti
In sports teams, captain is a title given to a team member. The title is considered honorary, but in many cases, the team's captain holds significant responsibility for strategy and teamwork on and off the field. Leadership, positivity, and responsibility are just a few of the meanings behind wearing the armband; being selected to wear that armband is a whole meaning in itself. At WHS, each captain may have a different definition of why they wear this title proudly on their arm, but all passionately play their sport to win. When senior captain Bella Tomaino was asked what being captain means to her, she said, “Showing up on time every day, being someone to look up to but also putting all the setbacks in my own life aside for the good of the group.” WHS senior football captain Evan Christian talks about his ideas going forward with the football team and how he has contributed to the sport to make the varsity sport a comforting and safe environment for all of the athletes on the team. "Demolish, destroy, and demoralize" are the three words Evan says the team goes by. Being at least ten minutes early to practice every day is crucial to being captain. Additionally, Evan attends captains' meetings at least once a week after their hard-working practices. "My three captains and I talk with our coaches on how we can improve together. I then go and try to spread this energy around to my teammates," Christian said. Athletic Director Mr. Maltese has watched many athletes playing a varsity sport establish a name for themselves. He speaks of captains he has witnessed grow and what many continue to do for the athletic program here at WHS. "Usually, [captains are] seniors or upperclassmen that I can go to and use to help communicate things, help spread word within the program, as well as using them as contributors for things to run smoothly." Captain holds an honorary title at Wethersfield High School, meaning that these varsity student-athletes go above and beyond to ensure that their teams can be successful. At the end of each season, these captains will have made an extraordinary impact on all their teammates, changing them for the better.  by Maria Charry and Michael Glushko
The Wellness Center just opened and it’s here for students that need to recoup and recover during the school day. Whether you need to fidget or you just want someone to talk to, the WHS Wellness Center is for you. The Wellness Center is run by school counselor Mrs. Conoscenti and social worker Mrs. Kremer. “We wanted to create a space where students can come, work on something that’s going to actively calm them down, and get them ready to go back to class.” One of the great things that the Wellness Center provides is just a place to talk. Everybody needs someone to talk to at some point and many might not feel comfortable doing that in class, if your school counselor is unavailable, you have the option of talking to Ms. Conoscenti and Ms. Kremer or your fellow students. “We just wanted to make sure that kids weren’t being missed, so they weren’t hiding in the bathrooms, and that they weren’t going home unnecessarily. That they had a space where they could regroup and return to class,” explained Ms. Kremer. The Wellness Center provides students a community in which they can be open and comfortable around others. These fifteen minute breaks let you take a breather from school and it is a great alternative to going in the bathroom or just straight up leaving school. Also the Wellness Center provides you with great strategies to help your mental health, like coloring, journaling, socializing with others that might be feeling the same way, guided breathing, and making bracelets. Another great resource that is provided is the Wellness Group, which is hosted every Wednesday. You can sign up for these thirty minute sessions by either stopping by or scanning the QR code posted on the walls around the school right next to the posters which they have put up. The first Wellness Group is currently set up and running, but there will be other opportunities to join throughout this year. Groups are 6-8 weeks long and meet during rotating periods so that you don’t miss the same class twice. “We had 44 students come in on Monday and 55 students come in on Tuesday.” Answered Ms. Conoscenti to my question about how many students are accessing the Wellness Center. If that number turns you off, don’t worry because the Wellness Center has two side rooms which you could find more privacy, but if you’re someone with social anxiety, then definitely try practicing socializing with others while you stay there, it could definitely be place where you learn to control that anxiety and then take those practices to busier places. I definitely do recommend that you check out the Wellness Center at least once. It’s one of the most comfortable rooms in the school and is a great place to just sit down, maybe do one of the puzzles that they have or play around with their fidgets.  by Sean O’Leary and Dylan Romagnoli
This past year, the Wethersfield Eagles Baseball team made a run for themselves in the playoffs. The Eagles made it to the quarterfinals where they would be topped by Notre Dame 7-5. This team consisted of extremely young players, with some upperclassmen leadership. The talent on this young Eagles team is evident and the run that the Eagles made in playoffs was extremely impressive. The Eagles went 16-6 over the course of the 2021-2022 season. This was a great feat for this group of young men, as the young underclassmen were able to step up and fit into the roles necessary to make their run this past season. We sat down with Eagles Baseball senior infielder Nick Farrelly and asked some questions based on his outlook for the upcoming season. Nick Farrelly was a key player for the Eagles by holding down the infield with his sleek defensive plays along with being a reliable contact hitter who could be counted on to get the ball in play. When asked how he plans to lead the team, Farrelly said, “I go about it like I would with any team, just trying to do my part. Some captains try to take control of the team, and think they are above everyone else. That is not me. I am simply just a player on the team, who happens to be the one who is most vocal, who gets the team going, and leads them on and off the field.” This shows his selfless traits in which he uses to build relationships with his teammates to gain success. Farrelly continued to talk about building relationships by saying, “As long as my relationships with the players are solid, and we all trust each other, that's all I could ask for. I have played with these guys my entire life. We grew up playing together, I have played summer and falls with them, built friendships with many of them”. As the senior captain plans to develop these relationships and rely on his trust with his teammates. Farrelly expects his teammates to be working in the offseason and said, “The main thing is trying to do all of this with as much of the team as possible. If we start to grind and work together, the more comfortable we become. It just gets us ready for the season”. Eagles Baseball are determined to build on their recent success this season and work to bring home the state championship. They believe in the captains and the underclassmen look to guys like Nick Farrelly for leadership in their long season. The Eagles look forward to their season this spring and want to continue their recent success.  by Lana Saccuzzo
The Literary Magazine art club gets together every Friday, where more than 30 students from all grade levels show up to showcase and talk about their creations. Why is this club so important to the school and its students? I talked to Yazmin Pereyra who has been a part of the club since freshman year in Wethersfield High School and she talks about her experience. Pereyra said, “This is my fourth year in the club. I originally heard about it from my sister's friend and I've been attending it since. The bonds and connections I have with people I've met there are very strong and special to me.” Not only is this a club solely for the purpose of showing your creations to your peers, but making new friends and connecting with people who have the same interests as you. May I add, I am also a member of Litmag and I have made very close bonds with so many people in the club. It's a very fun and bustling atmosphere with lots of socialization and very positive people. We have a new president this year as well as a vice president, secretary and officers. Yazmin is also an officer, or art consultant this year, and she says that being promoted to such a position is new but very fun and it's a good way to interact with people that might be shy to show their work. Every year, Litmag hosts a slam at either Barnes and Noble or the Wethersfield Public Library to showcase the best works members of the club decide to present. It brings our peers and group together because we're all doing something together. “It's a lot more than presenting to just your group and people you know, because you're showing your work to a bunch of unfamiliar faces. It's really helpful to have your friends there as a support system though, it eases the stress.” Presenting is always optional but recommended for being in the club. Mrs. George, the head of the club, always pushes the members to do their best and step out of their comfort zone to try something new. Of course, no one HAS to present but having members show their work helps other people get more comfortable and involved. We also have an art booklet that is made after every school year to show everyone's progress and pieces. Litmag is a great club and if you're interested in literature and arts/photography, you should definitely check it out! |
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