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The Student News Site of Fairfield Ludlowe High School

The Prospect
The Student News Site of Fairfield Ludlowe High School

The Prospect
Harper Treschuk

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief

Harper is the current Editor in Chief of Prospect. Harper served as the Opinions Editor of the paper during the 2019-2020 school year. This is her fourth year as a staff writer for Prospect.

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The sophomore dance will be held on May 6, 2022.

[Photo] What You Need to Know for the Sophomore Dance

Cassidy Meehan, Prospect Staff Writer
May 6, 2022
District Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Ms. Digna Marte is assisting the Warde and Ludlowe High Schools in implementation of the Anti-Defamation League "No Place for Hate" initiative.

Intention to Action: A Conversation with Digna Marte, FPS Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Harper Treschuk, Prospect Editor-in-Chief
February 14, 2022
The 2022-2023 Program of Studies outlines the framework and prerequisites for each of the new courses.

2022-2023 Pilot Courses Offer New Interdisciplinary Perspectives

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2022
Margaret Walker's 1966 novel Jubilee touches on the African American experience during the Civil War and Reconstruction in ways that Gone with the Wind does not.

In Place of “Gone with the Wind,” a New Book on the Old South

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2022
The Connecticut State Education Resource Center has designed a Black and Latino studies curriculum to fulfill the new state requirement. The Fairfield Board of Education is in the process of vetting the curriculum and implementation for FPS students in the 2022-2023 school year.

A Student Perspective on Historical Perspective: Approving Black/African American and Latino/Puerto Rican Studies

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2021
"Behind the Cover": A Conversation with the NCHS Courant

“Behind the Cover”: A Conversation with the NCHS Courant

Harper Treschuk and Aniket Martins
December 3, 2021
Chief Naval Officer Hatzis puts an end to the chaos on the island.

“Kill the Beast, Spill Its Blood” – FLHS Drama Club Performs “Lord of the Flies”

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
November 26, 2021
Crochet is a technique that involves hooking a fiber such as cotton yarn.

For the Love of Crochet

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2021
The 5th Annual Fairfield Kiwanis Field of Valor is located at Jennings Park in downtown Fairfield.

Fairfield Kiwanis Field of Valor Honors Veterans

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
November 11, 2021
The FLHS Junior State of America Club Promotes Voter Registration at the Town Green on October 23.

There Are No Off-Year Elections

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
November 1, 2021
On October 28, Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg announced that Facebook and its subsidiaries would be rebranded as the parent company Meta.

A Meta Analysis of Facebook’s “Perfect Storm”

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
November 1, 2021
One initiative of the FLHS National Honor Society is Tutoring Tuesdays, an opportunity for students of all grade levels to receive homework help and study suggestions.

[Photo] Upperclassmen Are Here to Support the Class of 2025

Siya Bajaj, Prospect Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
Cars at the Fairfield Ludlowe High School Jennings Beach graduation

Smiles, Speeches, and Celebration at the Class of 2021’s Beach Graduation

Harper Treschuk and Lauren Ji
July 2, 2021

Ludlowe Students Create Documentary Highlighting Preservation of Long Island Sound

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
June 15, 2021
Senior Awards Night was held on June 6, 2021.

2021 Senior Awards Night Recipients

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
June 14, 2021
Fairfield students have organized a virtual Stop Asian Hate rally in response to the rise in discrimination and violence against the Asian American community.

“I Want to Live in a World Where I Can Be Proud to Be Asian.”

Harper Treschuk and Allen Yao
May 24, 2021
The Medi Teddy conceals a bag of medication to reduce anxiety during the hospital experience.

Making IV Infusions More Bearable for Kids

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
May 5, 2021
If you got "All of the Above," you are on your way to successful AP exam preparation!

To What Extent Have AP Exams Changed for 2021?

Harper Treschuk and Aniket Martins
April 21, 2021
Grape hyacinth graces a rock at the New York Botanical Garden.

Spring Photos that Bloom with Color

Harper Treschuk and Isabelle Morse
April 13, 2021
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A "Stop Asian Hate" rally was organized by Fairfield Standing United on April 3, in response to heightened violence and racism against the Asian American community.

“I’m Asian But I’m Just As American As Anyone Else”

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
April 6, 2021
On March 25, the Asian Cultures Club hosted a movie night, showcasing "Crazy Rich Asians."

Coming Together, Reflecting Together at the Asian Cultures Club Movie Night

Harper Treschuk, Prospect Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2021
A rock found in a Fairfield open space communicates the message that violence against women must stop.

End Violence Against Women: A Response to the Tragedies in London and Atlanta

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
March 21, 2021
At the recent junior forum, members of the Class of 2022 called for the school and FPS district to address the issue of mental health and the social-emotional needs of students.

“How Are We Doing?” The Class of 2022 is Hurting

Harper Treschuk, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2021
Schools need to hold Black history to the same importance as white history in order to create an informed and educated citizenry.

[Photo] Black History is American History: Utah School District Allows Families to Opt Students Out of Black History Month

Charlotte Pfenning and Mia Burke
February 27, 2021
Fairfield Youth Tutoring

Fairfield Youth Tutoring

Harper Treschuk
February 10, 2021
On January 16, Dustin John Higgs was the 13th person executed by the US government since the Trump administration resumed the death penalty in July 2020.

The Injustice in Justice: Why the US Should Abolish the Death Penalty

Harper Treschuk and Charlotte Pfenning
January 16, 2021
“The World As It Should Be”

“The World As It Should Be”

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
January 5, 2021
Winter Photos to Welcome the New Year

Winter Photos to Welcome the New Year

Harper Treschuk, Isabelle Morse, and Campbell Treschuk
December 31, 2020
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Winter Picture 3

FLHS Drama Club: Same Community, New Kind of Theater

FLHS Drama Club: Same Community, New Kind of Theater

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
December 18, 2020
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[Photo] To Do List: Winter Break Edition

Sarah Chen, Entertainment Editor
December 15, 2020
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[Photo] The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree During COVID-19

Jordan Stein, Sports Editor
December 4, 2020
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[Photo] What’s the Deal With Winter Sports?

Jordan Stein, Sports Editor
December 1, 2020
The FLHS Marine Biology Class is holding a second-hand clothing drive for the FLHS community and encourages students to get involved.

A Sustainable Ocean: FLHS Marine Biology Class Clothing Drive

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
November 27, 2020
In past years, large balloons and floats at parades like the UBS Downtown Spectacular in Stamford (pictured above) and the iconic Macy's Parade marked off the start of the holiday season. This year, the parades will be different, but Macy's is making sure to continue the tradition that many families have grown to love.

[Photo] Macy’s Parade: What Is Happening this Year?

Mia Burke, Prospect Staff Writer
November 24, 2020
The Changing World of College Admissions

The Changing World of College Admissions

Harper Treschuk and Charlotte Pfenning
November 23, 2020

Local Election Candidates Speak to the Importance of Voting

Arushi Mallarapu and Harper Treschuk
November 6, 2020
Bipartisan Discussion and Civic Engagement: The FLHS Junior State of America Club

Bipartisan Discussion and Civic Engagement: The FLHS Junior State of America Club

Harper Treschuk and Aniket Martins
October 31, 2020
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[Photo] An Interview With State Senate Candidate Michelle McCabe

Elias Moyse, News Editor
October 25, 2020
Fairfield PD has an oversight committee, appointed by the selectmen.

[Photo] Police Reform

Willow McKinnis, Prospect Staff Writer
October 20, 2020
"Don't Be Afraid": How the President Has Undermined Civic Responsibility

“Don’t Be Afraid”: How the President Has Undermined Civic Responsibility

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
October 10, 2020
View from a porch in San Francisco

Why is the West Coast Burning?

Harper Treschuk
September 18, 2020
Photo courtesy of Southport UCC

A Shining Light

Harper Treschuk, Jordan Stein, and Lauren Ji
September 14, 2020
FLHS freshmen tour the hallways during oreintation.

A Hybrid Transition: Advice for Freshmen Falcons

Aniket Martins, Harper Treschuk, Cate McNamara, and Isabella Dicine
September 7, 2020
A Monarch butterfly frequents Joe Pye weed at the Aspetuck Wildflower Preserve. Pollinators visit many native plants like Joe Pye weed for pollen and nectar.

Aspetuck Wildflower Preserve: Exploring Nature Close to Home

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
September 2, 2020
Signs from a peaceful anti-racism demonstration on the town green in June

[Photo] Black Lives Matter

Beah Rogers, Prospect staff
August 10, 2020
Sophia Vassalo has created lawn signs to fundraise for organizations aligned with Black Lives Matter

Teens Create Change

Harper Treschuk, Editor in Chief
July 26, 2020
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Nurturing Compassion: Gardening for Food Banks

Harper Treschuk, Prospect staff
July 5, 2020
Best Buddies International

Best Buddies: A Community of Friendship

Harper Treschuk
February 28, 2020
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What’s So Special About This Election?

Harper Treschuk
January 3, 2020
Amelia Capron

Optimism and the American Dream: The Great Gatsby Play

Harper Treschuk
November 20, 2019
World Wildlife Federation

How to Reduce your Carbon Footprint

Harper Treschuk
October 15, 2019
The Benefits of Spending Time in Nature

The Benefits of Spending Time in Nature

Harper Treschuk
September 10, 2019
Behind the Scenes on “Hello, Dolly!”

Behind the Scenes on “Hello, Dolly!”

Harper Treschuk
April 3, 2019
Key Club Spotlight

Key Club Spotlight

Harper Treschuk, Prospect Staff Writer
February 5, 2019
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