Yearly Archives: 2018

It is a common misconception among Fairfield Warde High School students that “only Fairfield Woods Middle School has tunnels in its basement,” and, “The Warde Tunnels are just an urban myth.” As of today, everyone’s going to know the truth. In early October, I was asked by the advisor […]

The Warde Catacombs

December 17, 2018 in News by Ethan Weisblatt

An 11th grade student at Warde is trapped in a familiar situation. For the past month and a half, Luis has been convincing himself that once the current week ends, things will calm down. “It’s been ‘just get through this week’, but every week,” Luis told the author. Taking the […]

Junior Tells Self “Just Get Through This Week” for Tenth ...

December 12, 2018 in Blur by Emily Green

Ever wonder why the instrument closet in the orchestra room is always -20 degrees, while some classrooms in Pequot are kept at a steady 77? After months of investigating, Warde Focus has finally figured out why every room in Warde is a significantly different temperature. Because Warde does not have […]

Temperatures of Warde Classrooms Selected By Spinning Wheel

December 12, 2018 in Blur by Emily Green

After years of students being forced to go to the monotonous, dull holiday music event known as “Carillon,” it has finally been discontinued. While a handful of students expressed disappointment that they would not be able to miss parts of class next Friday, the overall reaction was relief. According to […]

Carillon Cancelled

December 11, 2018 in Blur by Emily Green

As the holiday season approaches, one event remains a staple for Warde students and the Fairfield community: the annual Carillon concert. This year, the performance is shaping up to be just as phenomenal, and the excitement is tangible among both music department students and FWHS members who plan to see […]

Carillon: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

December 5, 2018 in Features / News by Benjamin Sullivan

With Warde choir director Mrs. Lauren Verney-Fink on maternity leave for the first portion of this year, Ms. Anna Deveau-Jalbert has taken the helm of leading three choirs and preparing each group for two performances (including the annual Carillon concert) throughout the first few months of school. I recently got […]

Spotlight: Ms. Anna Deveau-Jalbert

December 3, 2018 in Features / News by Benjamin Sullivan

Lower Fitts is home to two classrooms, fairly close in proximity, in which the cumulative brain power of the teachers is unbelievable. Mr. Pollex, Mr. Cehovsky, and Mr. O’Brien make up a trio of enlightened individuals that I believe, if the given the opportunity, could change the world. There are […]

A Teacher Thank You: There is a Tree Growing in ...

December 3, 2018 in Opinions by Caleb Darden

The Holiday Season is one of the best times of the year with festive cheer, gift-giving, charity, and spending time with family. However, between all of the Freeform Original Movies, last minute shopping deals, and houses decked out in Christmas lights, the real meaning of the holidays can be lost–– […]

EDITORIAL: Understanding Religion and Coming Together in the Holiday Season

November 27, 2018 in Opinions by Jessica Richards

With the epidemic of fake news and attacks on the free press from the executive branch, it is important for citizens to be educated on not just the contents of the news, but how they receive it. In a recent survey by the Pew Research Center, it was determined that […]

Editorial: How Warde Students Get Their News

November 21, 2018 in Opinions by Jessica Richards

Warde’s pride and joy has often been misconstrued; while many would think that it’s the excellent athletic and artistic achievements, dedicated staff, or impeccable WiFi, in fact, it is the acronym that the school is most proud of. “Ludlowe’s acronym is complete trash compared to ours,” stated Ethan Larkin, “I […]

Concerning Number of Warde Students Don’t Know Acronym

November 21, 2018 in Blur / News by Emily Green

As the deadline to submit college applications approaches and many Warde seniors frantically complete essays and resumes, it is undoubtedly an extremely stressful time of year. However, I had a chance to sit down with Sophie Sancho, a Warde senior who recently accepted a scholarship to play softball at the […]

Senior Spotlight: Sophie Sancho

November 21, 2018 in News by Benjamin Sullivan

This year, Warde’s Girls Swimming and Diving team is composed of four divers and over thirty swimmers from every grade. It is an amazing, supportive community, led this year by Head Varsity Coach Amy Radovic and Assistant Varsity Coach Kelsey Barlow. This year, the team experienced a change in the […]

Warde Girls Swim and Dive 2018-2019

November 21, 2018 in News / Sports by Abby Jacobs

Relay For Life of Fairfield is now entering its 22nd year, and with the new season, there will be changes. In addition to its adult-comprised Event Planning Committee, the event will now be complemented by a Youth Board. The Youth Board is made up of students from local high schools, […]

Making a Difference: Relay For Life Youth Board Leaps Into ...

November 21, 2018 in News by Jessica Richards

This year, the Chinese and Business Departments will be hosting a trip to China over April break in 2019. Starting April 11, 2019, the group will leave from New York City and arrive in Beijing. Over the week, they will be able to visit Beijing, Xi’an, Chengdu, and Shanghai. The […]

Plans Made for Warde 2019 China Trip

October 29, 2018 in News by Jenna Chen

The seemingly impending doom, or triumph, of college application deadlines, is right around the corner. To many, this seems like a cornerstone in life, one that dictates future happiness. This medieval perception that happiness, wealth, and sanctity, can only be achieved at the top schools is terrifyingly flawed. Life is […]

Perspective: The College Process

October 29, 2018 in News by Caleb Darden

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