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    Juniors Atticus DeGrenier and Ben Hammond harmonize as Vagabond performs "Say It Ain't So" by Weezer. "I was just having a really fun time being able to enjoy it all," DeGrenier said.
    Play It Forward: Benefit concert held for the Class of 2026
    A project that has taken many days, weeks and months to achieve is finally open and ready for use. The new Council On Aging Community Center opened their newly constructed doors to the public on June 5. Many activities took place at the opening ceremony including speeches, a ribbon cutting ceremony, games and presentations. In addition, food and beverages were given out for the attendees to enjoy. “We are very excited for this community center to be opening because it has been a long project and has been eagerly awaited for by many Wayland residents,” Wayland resident Deacon Hoagland said.
    The Council On Aging hosts their grand opening ceremony for community center
    ICYMI: June 2 - E-board elections, spring sports playoffs and Boston Calling
    ICYMI: June 2 – E-board elections, spring sports playoffs and Boston Calling
    Following the ceremony, the class of 2024 threw their graduation caps into the air to celebrate.
    News Brief: Class of 2025 graduation *rescheduled*
    Last Wednesday, the Wayland School Committee gathered to discuss a number of topics regarding the health curriculum and Innovation Career Pathway course. Another large topic of conversation was the ways to potentially mitigate distracting cell phone usage. "These [phones] are going to distract your learning and social relationships," Superintendent David Fleishman said. "That's concrete right there."
    Three Quick Hits: School committee meeting May 28
    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
    Freshman Elena Tan returns the ball across the court to her opponent.
    Athlete of the month: Elena Tan
    Boys volleyball beats Westfield to advance to the state final
    Boys volleyball beats Westfield to advance to the state final
    Junior captain Finn Bell and junior Max Walsh jump up to try and block the ball. Bell and Walsh had a combined 25 kills.
    Boys volleyball defeats Greater Lowell Tech to advance to the Elite Eight
    Game Recap: Girls lacrosse cruises past Chicopee in the first round of playoffs
    Game Recap: Girls lacrosse cruises past Chicopee in the first round of playoffs
    WSPN's Cesar Campos-Belussi and Owen Harrington outline the playoff schedule for WHS spring sports.
    Spring sports playoff schedule
    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
    WSPN’s Kate Goodman reflects on the importance of Holocaust education within schools.
    Teaching history, shaping the future: The role of holocaust education
    Juniors Atticus DeGrenier and Ben Hammond harmonize as Vagabond performs "Say It Ain't So" by Weezer. "I was just having a really fun time being able to enjoy it all," DeGrenier said.
    Play It Forward: Benefit concert held for the Class of 2026
    The Senior Directed One Acts was on Wednesday, June 11. This tradition allows the graduating Wayland High School Theatre Ensemble seniors to direct their own play, with underclassman participating in their short act.
    The Senior Directed One Acts marks the end of an era for WHSTE seniors
    Join WSPN’s Abby Bergeron as he interviews May’s Fashionista of the Month: Vivi Brevard.
    Fashionista of the Month: Vivi Brevard
    Join WSPN's A&E editor Karis Tam as she talks to June's artist of the month: Sophia Wan.
    Artist of the month: Sophia Wan
    Join WSPN’s Mack Young, Abby Bergeron and Grace Zocco as they break down the annual music festival, Boston Calling, which took place May 23 to May 25.
    Three days, one city: 2025’s Boston Calling unpacked
    The Senior Directed One Acts was on Wednesday, June 11. This tradition allows the graduating Wayland High School Theatre Ensemble seniors to direct their own play, with underclassman participating in their short act.
    The Senior Directed One Acts marks the end of an era for WHSTE seniors
    Smiling as she walks off the stage, senior Salma Dwidar celebrates graduating high school.
    The Class of 2025 crosses their final stage
    Junior Dylan Engelhardt spikes the ball to the other side of the net during the second set. This is Engelhardt's third year on varsity.
    Boys volleyball strikes against Marlborough, advancing them into the Final Four
    Weekly Breakdown Episode 121: WHS's first benefit concert and upcoming "Final Four" games
    Weekly Breakdown Episode 121: WHS’s first benefit concert and upcoming “Final Four” games
    Class of 2025 Senior President Armaan Chaudhry welcomes guests into the auditorium with a speech. "We are quite literally celebrating our achievements together over the past 4 years," Chaudhry said.
    Seniors come together for Senior Awards Night
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        Unfolding “Godspell:” A look into the musical production

        Sophomore Fiona Wang opens and closes the show in one spot. The draped fabric where Wang stood doubled as a curtain and a crucifix. (7 × 30 in) (7 × 40 in) (7 × 65 in) by Penelope Biddle

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