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On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the first Wayland School Committee meeting of the year took place from 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m..
Three Quick Hits: School Committee meeting Sept. 10
During the 2024-25 school year, approximately 400 students came into the library every day, but since the start of this school year, attendance has dropped due to the ban on cell phone use in the library.
Library sees drop in student attendance following cellphone policy
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, a school shooting took place at Evergreen High School in Colorado, where two students were injured. The suspect fatally shot himself following the attack.
BDBN: Suspect dead after injuring two high school students at Evergreen High School
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, political activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University.
BDBN: Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah Valley University
The 2025 summer was filled with new trends and events. Ranging from The Summer I Turned Pretty to the signing of the 'Big Beautiful' bill, these pivotal moments not only resulted in conversation, but shifted American culture.
What’s in the news during the summer of 2025
In the Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, technology interfering with students' everyday lives is a theme that is discussed and analyzed.
How teachers and students are affected by the “Anxious Generation”
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement, ANNA, has recently opened a center in Wayland. This center is dedicated to supporting children with autism aged 6 years old and under, along with supporting their families. The center hopes to bring awareness and support to children with autism, and reduce the large stigma surrounding all neurodevelopmental disorders.
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement center strives to make positive change in Wayland
Local student-run businesses in Wayland -- especially those relying on imported goods -- are feeling the strain of President Trump’s new tariffs. As prices rise, young entrepreneurs are adapting by shifting to domestic products or changing their business models entirely.
The impact of tariffs on local student businesses
With summer around the corner, it's the ideal time for gardens to sprout around Wayland. Join WSPN's Katie Collett and Caroline Kiernan as they explore local gardens.
Local gardens blossom as spring comes to a close
The senior Class of 2025 reflects on this years game of Senior Assassin. Senior Assassin is a standing tradition at WHS and this year had a pool of 138 players and a remaining six winners
Targets acquired: The Class of 2025 takes on Senior Assassin
Junior Willa Suratt reaches for the ball to block it at the net. Suratt has been on the varsity team for two years.
Girls volleyball loses to Wellesley in hard-fought game
Running with the ball, senior Kane Chen beats a Natick defender to the ball, being in Natick's defensive zone.
Boys Soccer falls to Natick for their first loss of the season
Advancing up the field, junior Melina Antun takes the ball from a Newton South player.
Field Hockey battles Newton South to a draw
There are 13 WHS sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 9/15
Senior captain Anna Yalli hits the ball over the net and scores a point for the team. Yalli has been on the team since her sophomore year.
Girls volleyball slams Belmont in home opener
Throughout history, rat poison has been a common method of pest control, often being placed by pest companies or bought online for personal use. Times have changed though, and with a plethora of alternative options, the outdated use of this product is shooting us in the foot. Rodenticides have the power to wipe out an entire wildlife ecosystem and yet they are still commercially used in the state, which is why it’s imperative that it ends now. “I feel better in my soul, knowing that I'm taking an action to try to protect the environment," Co-founder of Save Concord Wildlife Gwendolyn Shipley said. “I would encourage anyone who is feeling a little bit overwhelmed, this could be a small step to take to help save the world.”
Opinion: Poisoning the well, the threat of rat poison
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she navigates the controversial "one size fits all" system utilized by Brandy Melville, a popular clothing brand.
One size fits few: The controversy of Brandy Melville
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she discusses how harmful grade comparison can be to teens.
The hidden dangers of grade comparison
Join WSPN's Mack Young as she discusses the stressful nature of certain Snapchat features.
The snapping point: How Snapchat’s features harm teens
WSPN’s Melina Barris reflects on her time spent as a senior in high school.
The bittersweet feeling of senior year
Join WSPN's Annabel Orcutt as she discusses fashion with Ava Adelson.
Fashionista of the Month: Ava Adelson
Join WSPN's Karis Tam, Abby Bergeron and Annabel Orcutt as they talk about what to wear for Wayland High School's 2025 Homecoming.
Need a last minute dress? Here’s a straight forward ‘groovy’ dress guide for Homecoming
Join WSPN's Natalie Greenaway and Annabel Orcutt as they talk about Sabrina Carpenters new album: "Man's Best Friend."
Sweet no more, Sabrina Carpenter bites back with Man’s Best Friend
The 2025 summer was filled with new trends and events. Ranging from The Summer I Turned Pretty to the signing of the 'Big Beautiful' bill, these pivotal moments not only resulted in conversation, but shifted American culture.
What’s in the news during the summer of 2025
On Tuesday, Aug. 26, Tate McRae came to TD Garden to perform one out of the three nights in the Boston leg of her Miss Possessive World Tour.
Concert Review: Miss Possessive Tour is a Tate McRae takeover
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Running with the ball, senior Kane Chen beats a Natick defender to the ball, being in Natick's defensive zone.
Boys Soccer falls to Natick for their first loss of the season
Mackenzie Young • September 17, 2025

On Friday, Sept. 12, the boys varsity soccer team took on Natick High School in their...

On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the first Wayland School Committee meeting of the year took place from 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m..
Three Quick Hits: School Committee meeting Sept. 10
Kyle Zhang and Marissa Mendoza • September 16, 2025

On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the first Wayland School Committee meeting of the year took...

Junior Willa Suratt reaches for the ball to block it at the net. Suratt has been on the varsity team for two years.
Girls volleyball loses to Wellesley in hard-fought game
Karis Tam and Olivia Green • September 17, 2025

On Friday, Sept. 12, the girls varsity volleyball team lost to Wellesley High School in all four sets. This was Wayland’s first loss of the year after starting the season 2-0....

Field Hockey battles Newton South to a draw
Vanessa Taxiarchis and Ainsley Jay • September 16, 2025
Library sees drop in student attendance following cellphone policy
Ainsley Jay and Kyle Zhang • September 15, 2025
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 9/15
Joey Fay • September 15, 2025
Need a last minute dress? Here’s a straight forward ‘groovy’ dress guide for Homecoming
Abby Bergeron, Annabel Orcutt, and Karis Tam • September 12, 2025
BDBN: Suspect dead after injuring two high school students at Evergreen High School
Annabelle Hage • September 11, 2025
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On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the first Wayland School Committee meeting of the year took place from 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m..
Three Quick Hits: School Committee meeting Sept. 10
Kyle Zhang and Marissa Mendoza • September 16, 2025

On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the first Wayland School Committee meeting of the year took place. Superintendent David...

During the 2024-25 school year, approximately 400 students came into the library every day, but since the start of this school year, attendance has dropped due to the ban on cell phone use in the library.
Library sees drop in student attendance following cellphone policy
Ainsley Jay and Kyle Zhang • September 15, 2025

Following the implementation of the cellphone policy at Wayland High School, the number of students attending the...

On Wednesday, Sept. 10, a school shooting took place at Evergreen High School in Colorado, where two students were injured. The suspect fatally shot himself following the attack.
BDBN: Suspect dead after injuring two high school students at Evergreen High School
Annabelle Hage • September 11, 2025

On Wednesday, Sept. 10, two students were injured in a shooting at Evergreen High School in Colorado. The suspect...

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Junior Willa Suratt reaches for the ball to block it at the net. Suratt has been on the varsity team for two years.
Girls volleyball loses to Wellesley in hard-fought game
Karis Tam and Olivia Green • September 17, 2025

On Friday, Sept. 12, the girls varsity volleyball team lost to Wellesley High School in all four sets. This was...

Running with the ball, senior Kane Chen beats a Natick defender to the ball, being in Natick's defensive zone.
Boys Soccer falls to Natick for their first loss of the season
Mackenzie Young • September 17, 2025

On Friday, Sept. 12, the boys varsity soccer team took on Natick High School in their second home game of the season....

Advancing up the field, junior Melina Antun takes the ball from a Newton South player.
Field Hockey battles Newton South to a draw
Vanessa Taxiarchis and Ainsley Jay • September 16, 2025

On Thursday, Sept. 11, the girls varsity field hockey team faced Newton South in their second home game of the...

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On Wednesday, Sept. 10, political activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University.

BDBN: Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah Valley University

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Join WSPN's Karis Tam, Abby Bergeron and Annabel Orcutt as they talk about what to wear for Wayland High School's 2025 Homecoming.

Need a last minute dress? Here's a straight forward 'groovy' dress guide for Homecoming

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With a Holliston opponent at his side, junior Mikey Johansson looks to achieve a third down. Johansson is this year's starting quarterback.

Football takes a loss against Holliston

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On Wednesday, Sept. 10, a school shooting took place at Evergreen High School in Colorado, where two students were injured. The suspect fatally shot himself following the attack.

BDBN: Suspect dead after injuring two high school students at Evergreen High School

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During the 2024-25 school year, approximately 400 students came into the library every day, but since the start of this school year, attendance has dropped due to the ban on cell phone use in the library.

Library sees drop in student attendance following cellphone policy

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Senior captain Anna Yalli hits the ball over the net and scores a point for the team. Yalli has been on the team since her sophomore year.

Girls volleyball slams Belmont in home opener

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In the Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, technology interfering with students' everyday lives is a theme that is discussed and analyzed.
How teachers and students are affected by the “Anxious Generation”
Emily Wyner • June 16, 2025

Jingling tricycle bells. Kids running down the block. Creaking swings on a playground. Parents chatting with neighbors...

Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement, ANNA, has recently opened a center in Wayland. This center is dedicated to supporting children with autism aged 6 years old and under, along with supporting their families. The center hopes to bring awareness and support to children with autism, and reduce the large stigma surrounding all neurodevelopmental disorders.
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement center strives to make positive change in Wayland
Annabelle Hage • June 14, 2025

The Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement (ANNA) center in Wayland is a local business that works to...

Local student-run businesses in Wayland -- especially those relying on imported goods -- are feeling the strain of President Trump’s new tariffs. As prices rise, young entrepreneurs are adapting by shifting to domestic products or changing their business models entirely.
The impact of tariffs on local student businesses
Owen Harrington and Cesar Campos • June 13, 2025

President Donald Trump administered new tariffs on imported goods from countries around the world, most notably...

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Throughout history, rat poison has been a common method of pest control, often being placed by pest companies or bought online for personal use. Times have changed though, and with a plethora of alternative options, the outdated use of this product is shooting us in the foot. Rodenticides have the power to wipe out an entire wildlife ecosystem and yet they are still commercially used in the state, which is why it’s imperative that it ends now. “I feel better in my soul, knowing that I'm taking an action to try to protect the environment," Co-founder of Save Concord Wildlife Gwendolyn Shipley said. “I would encourage anyone who is feeling a little bit overwhelmed, this could be a small step to take to help save the world.”
Opinion: Poisoning the well, the threat of rat poison
Fiona Peltonen • September 8, 2025

It takes just one product to ignite the downfall of an entire ecological food chain, and perhaps even the death...

Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she navigates the controversial "one size fits all" system utilized by Brandy Melville, a popular clothing brand.
One size fits few: The controversy of Brandy Melville
Karis Tam • June 14, 2025

121.4 million dollars. That’s the estimated yearly revenue for Brandy Melville, a popular clothing company targeting...

Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she discusses how harmful grade comparison can be to teens.
The hidden dangers of grade comparison
Karis Tam • June 13, 2025

You just got your grade back from a biology test. You look down and see a 70%, which is not bad. Your friend comes...

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Join WSPN's Annabel Orcutt as she discusses fashion with Ava Adelson.
Fashionista of the Month: Ava Adelson
Annabel Orcutt • September 16, 2025

Join WSPN's Annabel Orcutt as she interviews this month's Fashionista of the Month: freshman Ava Adelson. What...

Join WSPN's Karis Tam, Abby Bergeron and Annabel Orcutt as they talk about what to wear for Wayland High School's 2025 Homecoming.
Need a last minute dress? Here’s a straight forward ‘groovy’ dress guide for Homecoming
Abby Bergeron, Annabel Orcutt, and Karis Tam • September 12, 2025

It’s Wayland High School’s second Homecoming dance hosted by the Student Council, and the theme is 70’s disco....

Join WSPN's Natalie Greenaway and Annabel Orcutt as they talk about Sabrina Carpenters new album: "Man's Best Friend."
Sweet no more, Sabrina Carpenter bites back with Man’s Best Friend
Annabel Orcutt and Natalie Greenaway • September 10, 2025

What do you do after releasing one of 2024’s most popular pop albums, stealing the show at the Grammys and dominating...

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