May: 2013
Happenings & Overheards
- The Senior Art Show opens Monday May 20th, 5-7 pm in the F Wing featuring the work of 15 senior artists.
- "Let’s hide all the books in the library for our senior prank…oh, but where would we put them?"
- "It’s not weird to go to prom alone, right? Or is it?"
- AP Exams begin May 2nd and end May 17th - stress, anyone?
Top Stories
Enjoy playing Sporcle games at school? Click here to play three Neirad created sporcle games that test your knowledge of Darien and the high school.
The Class of 2013 Takes on Bucknell
In a small town like Darien, it is inevitable that some students will end up at the same college as their peers. However, you may be surprised by just how many DHS students will be attending Bucknell this fall.
Overwhelmed with work? Are junior year SAT’s getting the best of you? Is second semester senior year not as easy as the myths led you to believe? The Guidance Department has taken initiative to help students relieve stress in their daily lives.
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Features
Drink a Cup of Tea a Day to Flush Problems Away
Looking for a temporary way to relieve some of your everyday problems? Grab a cup of tea!
Looking for a new place to grab a bite to eat as summer approaches? Look no further than Chipotle. Other DHS students will agree.
Values of DHS: Core Beliefs or Trivial Expectations?
The Core Values of DHS have long guided our school, but do the students of DHS believe in these values?
The City can be intimidating with so many sights to see. If you are having trouble deciding on where to go, check out the place that will satisfy your appetite.
With a diverse pool of candidates and scintillating advertising schemes, this year’s Community Council election was the closest.
Brenna's bright orange Jeep is making flames in the DHS lot. Click here to read more and see pictures of her car.
There are no more afternoons spent on the beaches of the Long Island Sound, no more annual orchestra trips, and fewer visits to the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City.
Profile
The Ostberg brothers are as close to prodigies as underclassmen can get. Click to find out what makes these student-athletes so different!
Many graduating seniors sacrifice their last four weeks at DHS to follow future career paths through an internship in all different kinds of fields ranging from politics to theater.
Jenny Newman and Sofie Sheldon
Take an inside look at freshmen musicians, Jenny Newman and Sofie Sheldon, their experiences, favorite artists and more!
While many students struggle to share the spotlight with their siblings, two DHS juniors offer us a look into life as an only child.
Kenley Wynne's room isa place where she can kick back and relax. Between dance, track and school, this an awesome crib.
Newly elected Community Council President Reed Barthold looks forward to the year ahead.
Returning
Entertainment
What girl, what dress, what color tux? Prom 2013 is rolling around the corner and Darien High School halls are filled with frantic prama!
Check out these fabulous dresses from last year's prom and see where these red carpet worthy looks came from.
Dancing with the Teachers Returns
This year, the Darien High School Dance team organized the third season of "Dancing With the Teachers." Was it any good?
Looking for a great TV show to watch on the lazy days of summer? “Smash” is the show, and it very might well become your new favorite.
Student Pros Infuse Students Into Every Aspect of Theatrical Production
It’s one of the best Friday night opportunities of the entire year. Every spring, the little theatre is packed with high-intensit.
A recent fundraiser for New Covenant House inspired Neirad to put the word out about this Stamford organization.
Sophomore Anna Sulger has had a couple injuries in her Irish step dancing career, but she continues to persevere!
Thinkin' Summer
Neirad brings you the scoop on Darien's summer clubs. From the fanciest of country clubs to the pool clubs that just don't care.
Now that spring is here, and fourth quarter is in session, summer is approaching. Not quite sure what your summer plans are going to consist of yet? Keep reading for some suggestions.
With summer quickly approaching it’s safe to say that students are looking for a few months of relaxation—or a fat paycheck.
Twitter, Instagram, and now Vine! The it new social media application has come to Darien High School, and has already recorded many six-second memories that will be cherished for days to come. Whether or not you have a Vine account, read this article to find out what it's all about.
Features
Can we access 100 percent of our brains? Looking for that kind of advantage, many ADHD medications are being mis-used to render similar results.
Face paint, glitter, watching students paint, live music are all to be expected on this fun day celebrating the arts!
DHS' Top APs: 23 Tests to be Administered This May
It’s that time of year again DHS, the beginning of AP tests. Here’s the breakdown of the most popular tests that DHS students are taking.
People to Meet and Places to Eat
If you could have lunch with anybody dead, alive, or imaginary, who would you choose? Where would you dine?
Post-Test plans for AP Classes
May, the worst month of school. Juniors and seniors try to stay afloat under the pressure of AP tests, colleges, and SATs. However, once AP test are over, the slacking begins.
Sports
Quitting Sports: For the Lack of Love of the Game
In a town where it feels like everybody plays sports, there is an omnipresent option of quitting… But are the quitters winning?
With spring here, wouldn't Darien High School students be excited for some baseball? Neirad looks at a sport that deserves some love.
Blue Wave rugby has begun its season with new players and some significant injuries. Click here to read more.
Emerging Track Star: Army Noonan
Who is Army Noonan? Although he may seem like any other DHS freshman, once he steps on the track, his true ability shines.
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