Community Bulletin Board

If you’re serious about improving your game this offseason, this is where it starts.

We’re running a Non-Contact Rugby Skills Camp designed specifically for players who want to build confidence, sharpen fundamentals, and elevate their overall rugby IQ in a fast-paced, competitive environment.

Each session is focused, high-energy, and built to help you grow:

●      Passing & Ball Movement — read the field and move the ball with confidence

●      Evasive Running & Footwork — create space and beat defenders

●      Spatial Awareness & Decision-Making — think fast and play smart

●      Teamwork & Competition — skill challenges, small-sided games, and team formats

Whether you’re new to the game or pushing to take the next step, this camp is built for you.

Coaches include past Staples captains
Kody Goldman, Luke Goldman, TT Bassler, Brandon Saunders

You’ll also spend time connecting with college players throughout the day — including at lunch — where you can ask real questions about recruiting, playing at the next level, and how rugby helped shape their path.

This isn’t just about reps. It’s about learning the game from people who live it.

Spots will fill quickly — don’t wait.
Register here: https://westportpal.sportngin.com/register/form/563676878

Join the talk on Youth Substance Abuse - June  10, 10 AM.  Click here for link

Click here for more information about Staples High School Cross Country

You are invited to attend a free virtual discussion panel featuring the Staples Math Team co captains and Staples Math Team advisor. This discussion is meant for families of 2nd-6th graders interested in learning more about competitive math opportunities for Westport students. Here is the link to register.

Dear Parents and Guardians - please review the correspondence from Congressman Jim Himes:

In celebration of America’s 250^th Birthday, I invite your students to participate in my office’s America 250 Essay Contest! We are asking all students from elementary, middle, and high schools within Connecticut’s Fourth Congressional District to participate by answering the following questions:

What do you value about our American democracy, and what are your hopes for its future? How will you play a role as an active participant in the future of our democracy?

The length of essays should be:

Elementary School (Grades K-5): Between 75-150 words.
Middle School (Grades 6-8): Between 200 - 300 words.
High School (Grades 9-12): Between 500 - 600 words. 

Pictures or drawings are optional with submissions. Submissions must include parent/guardian's name, address, phone number, email, and the student’s name, grade, and school name.

All submissions must be received by Monday, June 22^nd by end of day by emailing Shinder at Shindler.Auguste@mail.house.gov. One winner will be chosen from each of the elementary, middle, and high school levels; totaling three winners. The winners and their schools will be notified by June 30^th. Winners will have their essay displayed in the Office of Congressman Himes, on our social media, and will receive a Congressional Certificate.

If you have questions, feel free to contact Shindler Auguste in my Bridgeport office at (203) 333-6600 or Shindler.Auguste@mail.house.gov. I look forward to seeing your students’ work.

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Staples Varsity Cheerleading June Cheer Camp: Join the Staples Varsity Cheerleading team for three days of spirit, cheerleading, and summer fun! More info here

The Westport Library hosts a teen meetup with KIC Lighthouse (a program of Kids In Crisis for LGBTQ youth) on the third Thursday of every month from 3:30-5pm!  There will be games, art, music and real conversations in a space where everyone is respected and no bullying is tolerated. Come with friends or make some new ones!  Click here for more information.

Cheerleading Stunting Clinic

Calling all 6th & 7th graders! Want to fly, base, or backspot like a pro? Join the Staples Varsity Cheerleaders on June 23 & 24 for an exclusive Stunting Clinic! All levels welcome! Register HERE

AFTER SCHOOL FUN AT THE WESTPORT MUSEUM

The Westport Museum is hosting a variety of activities for the whole family. Click HERE for upcoming events.

Thinking about Spring Sports already? You can register now for Westport PAL Boys Lacrosse! Click for more info.

Happening at the Westport Library.

Sit and Stitch, Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30, for those 8 yo and up. No registration required.

Bring a work in progress or your own yarn and needles or hooks. Don't know how to knit? We'll teach you the basics — casting on, the knit and purl stitches, and casting off. Knitters and crocheters of all levels are welcome to join this circle for stitching and community. Basic knitting instruction will be provided by librarians and staff members of the Children's Department.

For those new to knitting, suggested supplies are US size 8 wood needles and a skein of smooth and light-color worsted-weight yarn. The Library will not have supplies available.

Near-Peer Tutoring at the Westport Library