“Did you pay for those rips?” said every relative who grew up prior to the 1970s. For a long time, ripped jeans were mainly associated with the less fortunate. The lower end of the working class could not afford to part with their denim. Ripped jeans became fashionable in the […]
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Each day with Mrs. Verney-Fink starts the way any day should start if one wants to have a positive outlook and work toward their goals. “Who would like to do our Gratitude Attitude today?” Mrs. Verney-Fink asks her choir classes individually as they all settle into their seats and over […]
Spreading The Joy of Music To Everyone: Mrs. Verney-Fink, Warde’s ...
Focus readers, I have a gift for you. A gift of creative inspiration. A literary gift called a “cento.” A cento is a piece of creative writing crafted using borrowed words and phrases. Essentially, the art of imitation. You have our permission, through this dated craft, to create from our […]
Turn Our Articles Into Your Own Creations. Presenting: Centos.
Another musical production is heading to Warde this coming spring. Mr. Frattaroli is directing the comedy City of Angels, written by Larry Gelbart, and unites various art departments around the school to help contribute to the making. Preparation and enthusiasm from the students and teachers involved are already in the […]
School Musical: City of Angels
La La Land was slated to be one of 2016’s best flicks, earning a whopping 6 Oscars, 7 Golden Globes, and 5 BAFTAs. The movie was gorgeous and energized, filled with some of our favorite stars and immersing us into the dream-like LA night life. And yet, the excitement seemed to […]
Whitesplaining: The Real Issue with La La Land
Local theater group Broadway Method Academy has been putting on fantastic performances since it’s start in 2014, and their most recent production has only continued this trend. This past weekend, they took on the show Little Shop of Horrors, a delectable sci-fi horror musical with an electrifying 1960s pop/rock score by […]
Local Theater Spotlight: BMA’s Little Shop of Horrors
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, which means that it’s time to enjoy some sweet treats. Here are three simple recipes that almost anyone can enjoy and can be prepared in only a few minutes. Chocolate Sponge Mug Cake Makes 1 serving and ingredients can be doubled for […]
Sweet Treats for Chocoholics
2016 is being called one of the worst years in recent history by many, and for obvious reasons. People around the globe have been dealing with negative after negative thrown at them throughout the year. But, in my opinion, it’s best to look on the bright side. So, here are […]
2016: Not All That Bad
This issue’s student spotlight goes to Daniel Knorr, a senior here at Fairfield Warde. Dan is a prestigious student who has received some of the highest accolades in the school. From swim team captain, to Key Club co-president, he is a huge part of the community. He is also a […]
Student Spotlight: Daniel Knorr
It’s almost time for everyone’s favorite part of the year… midterms! While this can be a stressful period of time for everyone since these tests do count towards final grades, it doesn’t have to be that horrible. There are many different tips and tricks that can help any student do […]
Top Ten Midterm Tips and Tricks
With all the craziness and commotion of 2016, it’s easy to get frazzled by everything going on. That’s why it’s important to kick your feet up, grab a soda and a bowl of popcorn, and immerse yourself into a completely new world. Let’s take look at 2016’s greatest movie hits […]
2016 Blockbusters and Shortcomings
Image Credit: Disney UK Film Reviews: Moana (2016), Walt Disney Animation Studios Moana is the ultimate Disney film. Probably one of the most beautifully animated films of all time, Moana opened on Thanksgiving weekend and brought in about $81.1 million in its first five days, which is the best opening […]
Moana Review
By Jessica Becker This year, Mr. Frattaroli is directing the play “Antigone” for this year’s black box fall drama performance. He has decided to direct the more modern version of this tragedy which is spoken in modern English. The story of this drama begins when Antigone refuses the Creon, […]
Antigone comes to FWHS
Review: The Magnificent Seven By Michael Acciarino Release Date: September 23, 2016 Rating: PG-13 Starring: Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt Director: Antoine Fuqua A twenty-first century, Westernized remake of a classic Japanese epic. Technically, this film came out in 1954, in the form of Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai. It was a […]
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