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The student news site of Wayland High School

Wayland Student Press

The student news site of Wayland High School

Wayland Student Press

Sophomore Thomas Ali does a jump at Highland Mountain Bike Park in Northfield, New Hampshire. I love mountain biking because there’s a great community surrounding it and uplifting everyone,” Ali said. “The adrenaline is just awesome. I love flying through the air.”

Thomas Ali: Gearing up for success

Sasha Libenzon January 12, 2023

Gaining speed and flying through the air, sophomore Thomas Ali rides his mountain bike through the woods. Ali has been mountain biking for over five years, gaining a love for the sport and the community...

After arriving at Wayland High School almost two months into the school year, Roellig finds that his transition to the new environment has been relatively smooth. “I think the most important thing is just being open to everything and everyone,” Roellig said. “If you just stay to yourself and sit at the back of the class without speaking to anyone, you wont really get settled in. You have to be open minded if you come to a new place.”

Finnlay Roellig: A German exchange student’s transition to WHS

Selena Liu January 11, 2023

On Oct. 28, junior exchange student Finnlay Roellig moved across the world with just two suitcases, eagerly awaiting his exchange year in the United States. Roellig, who is from Germany, is part of an...

Dancer and teacher Pallavi Nagesha dances across the stage. As Nagesha teaches other and continues to grow herself, she hopes to expand the connection she has with Bharatnatyam. “Dance is a very personal experience, so each of the dancers has to get from it what they want, and I think the mind-body-soul connection is what I crave and I work towards,” Nagesha says.

Pallavi Nagesha: Spreading Indian culture through Bharatanatyam

Reva Datar January 10, 2023

The dancer takes a precise step in one direction. Her graceful hand movements depict nature and eyes hold expression. Each step is deliberate and driven by strength, carefully crafted and perfected through...

Infographic: How students are doing at school

Infographic: How students are doing at school

Tina Su January 5, 2023

WSPN's Tina Su presents information on how students are performing in their classes. Yellow Informational Data Insurance Infographic by Tina Su

Infographic: What are WHS students doing for winter break?

Infographic: What are WHS students doing for winter break?

Sierra Dale December 22, 2022

WSPN's Sierra Dale shares an infographic about WHS students' plans for winter break. December Break by Sierra Dale

The Science Olympiad club at Wayland High School meets in-person on Thursday, Nov. 11, with club advisors Ken Rideout and Laura Kreutter. I really like being able to learn more about science while also being a part of a team. senior captain Sophia Xie said. Its also relaxed and stress-free, which makes the meets even more fun.

Science Olympiad: Strengthening students’ skills in STEM through competitions

Olivia Tawakol December 7, 2022

The Science Olympiad Club is a series of rigorous competitions in STEM related activities against teams from different schools. Students in the Science Olympiad club at the high school have the flexibility...

As its still early on in the year, Curtin, has only added two pieces to her portfolio. Ive only added portraits so far, Curtin said.

The artistic process: Bryn Curtin

Charlotte Thirman December 7, 2022

Art 4 student, senior Bryn Curtin, has offically added a new piece to her year-long portfolio. The core of her portolio is answering a single question with her art. Curtin's question is: "How do other...

 Senior Molly Morneweck (right) stands on the set of Growing Pains, the movie in which she plays the part of a teenage girl named Zoe Christopoulos.

Molly Morneweck: Not your average summer job

Penelope Biddle December 6, 2022

Senior Molly Morneweck is no stranger to stardom. Since landing her first main role in a school play in eighth grade, she’s played the lead in four school productions. During her physics class last spring,...

For the past 40 years, the WHS Scholarship Committee has been working to provide more than 20 seniors each year with scholarships to help pay their college tuition. “Overall, the mission very simply is to provide scholarship funds to WHS seniors who show financial need and academic promise,” current committee chair Jeanne Brown said.

The WHS Scholarship Committee: Helping exemplary seniors

Sophia Oppenheim December 3, 2022

The pressure of paying for college is overwhelming for families all over the world. To ease this stress for Wayland families, the WHS Scholarship Committee has made it their mission to give scholarships...

“I’ve learned that good people act the same in all environments,” Yo Boca Taco owner KC Ueberroth said. “They’re good with their friends, they’re good with their business, they behave the same always. I think the one thing that [Yo Boca Taco] does well is behave well. We have a really good vision and pillars.”

KC Ueberroth: The journey from corporate to carnitas

Tina Su, Penelope Biddle, and Hallie Luo December 2, 2022

From the outside, it’s your average fuel fix. On the inside, however, the gas station houses the aroma of fresh tortillas and homemade sauces, the authentic products of Yo Boca Taco. Owner Kyle Christopher,...

Spilling the beans: Local coffee hotspots

Spilling the beans: Local coffee hotspots

Talia Macchi, Tina Su, and Alexina McQuilkin December 1, 2022

There are many local coffee shops around Wayland. At WHS, students and staff often go to these shops to get an espresso drink or a tasty treat to get them through the day. Some of these shops include Starbucks,...

The Kaewprasert family manages their family-owned Thai restaurant, Spice and Pepper. Spice and Pepper is located at 236 Boston Post Road in Wayland, and the restaurant is open every day of the week.

Eileen Kaewprasert: Managing a family-owned restaurant while in high school

Nadya Chase December 1, 2022

It’s 7 p.m. on a Friday night after a stressful week of school. Most high school students are spending time with friends, getting a head-start on homework or relaxing after the long week. However, senior...

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