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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

At one of sophomore Olivia Rubins competitions, she instructs her horse to jump over the wall. Rubin has won many events and competes in large national competitions because of her special passion for the sport. “Horseback riding is so special to me because it allows me a break from the stress of school and allows me to do something I am extremely passionate about, Rubin said. I have always loved horses and this sport not only allows you to be competitive with others but also with yourself.

Olivia Rubin: Horseback riding will always be a big part of my life

Lauren Medeiros February 8, 2021

Horseback riding is a sport requiring drive, patience and a lot of energy. Although horseback riding isn’t offered as a team sport at Wayland High School, some Wayland students participate in it outside...

Three months into hybrid learning, students are learning how to adjust to a new style of schooling. I think that starting hybrid was confusing like what time class ended and what classes you had because they changed everything from before, sophomore Morgen Warner said. I think getting used to that took a little.

WHS students reflect on hybrid learning experience

Sidney O'Rourke and Tess Alongi January 29, 2021

A year ago, the thought of doing school at home and being able to sleep in and have a more flexible schedule would have excited many students. But now, the vast majority of students look forward to the...

From Jan. 19. to Feb. 5, the Promise club is holding a cleaning supply drive to help homeless families in need. The supplies are desperately needed as the COVID-19 pandemic takes a toll on using daily supplies. Masks and hand sanitizer are welcomed for donation.

Promise club calls WHS to action

Julia Raymond January 29, 2021

The Family Promise club is calling WHS to action this month as their drive approaches. The drive will run from Jan. 19 to Feb. 5. There will be a box outside the front office for the cleaning items to...

The sophomore class is holding a tie-dye sweatshirt fundraiser to raise money for the sophomore semi-formal in the fall. WHS e-boards are currently working to raise funds for future events, even during uncertain times with COVID-19. We have sold sweatpants, masks, tie-dye sweatshirts, and we are currently holding an NFL playoffs predictions contest. sophomore Madeline OLeary said.

WHS e-boards fight struggles to support their class

Sophia Oppenheim January 27, 2021

This year, Wayland High School's four executive boards have been faced with challenges due to COVID-19. The e-boards have had to postpone events multiple times that have brought each grade closer together...

Junior Jake Moser is pictured with his SMASH Volleyball club team at one of their tournaments. He started playing volleyball freshman year and immediately knew he enjoyed all aspects of the sport.

Jake Moser: There’s a lot of respect in volleyball

Taylor McGuire January 25, 2021

For some students, starting a new sport freshman year can seem daunting. Some may think it is too late to pick up a new sport, and others may think that they will be too busy with the new reality of coursework...

As COVID-19 numbers continue to rise, the coronavirus infiltrates the life of some WHS students. Junior Ryan MacDonald felt the effects first hand as he contracted the virus and had to spend almost two weeks in quarantine. I woke up feeling awful, and I also couldn’t taste or smell anything, MacDonald said. Right then is how we assumed we had it, and then two days later we got our test results back as positive.

WHS students share their experiences with COVID-19

Alexina McQuilkin and Sidney O'Rourke January 21, 2021

No matter the number of precautions one takes, the coronavirus can infiltrate the lives of many, WHS students included. While trying to abide by safety regulations and finding ways to feel somewhat normal,...

People across the world were taken by surprise when a group of rioters struck the U.S. Capitol Jan. 6 in protest to the presidential election results. Both country-wide and world-wide, many people expressed their shock, anger and disapproval of what is now being referred to as an insurrection. “I think and hope that the American democracy will find its place again,” an anonymous respondent said.

“The Demise of Democracy”: the world reacts to the Capitol “protests”

Katherine Kim and Caterina Tomassini January 20, 2021

Jan. 6, 2021, is inarguably a day that will go down in American history: Confederate flags, guns drawn inside the House Chamber, intruders in Nancy Pelosi’s office to conquer her desk and a lack of...

Reporter Alexina McQuilkin asks students how they feel about returning to school after winter break.

MOTS: How do students feel about returning to school after break?

Alexina McQuilkin January 20, 2021

Normally, returning to school after the winter holidays wouldn’t be a problem. However, due to COVID-19 circumstances, many students had mixed opinions and were unsure about returning to hybrid learning....

Similarly to many states, Washington, Missouri battled its own struggles with the coronavirus. Junior guest writer Tully Jay spoke with Washington residents to better understand the complexities of the states mask mandate.

A small town with a big COVID-19 crisis: Welcome to Washington, Missouri

Tully Jay January 15, 2021

Here in Wayland, most people were quick to accept a mask mandate—especially at school where students and staff wear masks all day with the biggest complaint often being “my ears hurt.” Even at sports...

The Boston Globe writer John Vitti offered a virtual event, The Night of 1,000,000 Student Journalists, on Dec. 13. Here is an overview of the speakers and their messages.

Night of 1,000,000 Student Journalists

Sophia Oppenheim January 13, 2021

John Vitti, a writer from the Boston Globe, ran an event to create an opportunity for student journalists to gather virtually all over the country to interview famous guests, called The Night of 1,000,000...

Senior Zach Campana prepares a special breakfast dish for dinner. Campana prepares new recipes for his family almost every week to introduce new foods to their palate. I cook dinner for my family at least a few times a week, with usually a couple of larger and more time-consuming recipes a month, Campana said.

Zachary Campana: Good food makes people happy, and that’s what I love

Julia Raymond January 11, 2021

When lockdown hit in March due to the pandemic, many of us could say we picked up new hobbies, whether it be baking, reading, painting, running or anything else in between. For senior Zach Campana, his...

Laurie Hojlo, director of the food pantry at Good Shepherd Parish, informs the community how to help the food crisis. During the holiday season, the pantry has seen an increase in donations. There are a few good ways to help this cause, like volunteering to run a food drive, Hojlo said.

Food insecurity rises across the country with the number of COVID-19 cases

Julia Raymond January 7, 2021

Food insecurity across the country has increased dramatically in the past few months as COVID-19 cases rise. As more people struggle from hunger, the lack of food puts more people at a higher risk of chronic...

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