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Protesters gather at Boston Post Road in Wayland for the No Kings protest. The protest took place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m..
Protesters gather in Wayland as a part of the worldwide No Kings protest
On Wednesday, Oct. 15, WMS implemented a new policy for phone usage in school: "Yondr" pouches.
WMS implements new “Yondr” pouches to limit phone usage
On Oct. 8, the school committee meeting took place at the town building, covering Parent Square and PowerSchool, along with Superintendent David Fleishman's goals.
Three Quick Hits: School Committee meeting Oct. 8
The Class of 2029 elects its officers for the 2025-2026 school year.
Breaking News: Freshman election results
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Built in 1904, the Vokes Theater is a space occupied by local volunteer performers, who spearhead their own performances four times a year. Founded by famous actress, Beatrice Herford, the theater is rich in fame and even more so in a love for the arts.
The hidden stage: A theater run on passion, not paychecks
Radha Biswas has played the piano for Carnegie Hall numerous times. In addition to the piano, she plays the oboe, percussion and the organ.
Radha Biswas: Playing a path to Carnegie
A group of volunteers perform the Dragon Dance, a ceremony usually performed during the Mid-Autumn Festival or Lunar New Year. They were one of the main attractions of the parade.
Wayland Festival harbors a new era of community in Wayland
From ceramics to forensics, Wayland High School hosts a wide variety of courses for students, allowing for student to grow their distinct interests. In this first issue of Interesting Electives, WSPN's Fiona Peltonen explores the senior Astronomy class, diving deep into its creation, purpose and activities.
Unique electives: A universal interest
"The Compatriots" hometown premiere was followed by a Q & A with the audience. From left to right, the Q & A included Producer Alberto Sayan, Director Spencer Cohen and lead actor Rafael Silvia.
His childhood friend faced deportation, so he made a movie about it
Seniors hold gift basket provided by juniors on the team. The baskets contained small gifts to congratulate the players on their senior night.
Girls volleyball wins on senior night over Concord-Carlisle
There are four WHS sports games this week, with more to come after the release of the MIAA Playoff Tournament Brackets.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 10/27
Wayland-Weston Crew races in the 60th Head of the Charles Regatta
Wayland-Weston Crew races in the 60th Head of the Charles Regatta
Junior captain Brajae Walton led Wayland on the ground with 11 rushes for 60 yards and one touchdown.
Strong passing attack leads football past Waltham
On Monday, Oct. 20, the girls varsity field hockey team lost to Waltham 4-1. With the loss, Wayland’s record is 3-14-1.
Field Hockey loses to Waltham, kicking off the final week of regular season
According to a survey conducted by the National Library of Medicine, almost 30% of people use AI as a friend or therapist, begging the question: is AI use comforting or concerning?
Opinion: Artificial connection cannot replace human friendship
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
In Wayland, there are several events for residents during the month of November. Join WSPN’s Karis Tam as she lists out the activities.
November events guide: What’s happening in Wayland
Join WSPN's Molly Bergeron as she discusses with WHS senior Ava Knourenko about her art.
Artist of the month: Ava Knourenko
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews singer and songwriter Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl."
Album review: The ‘Life of a Showgirl,’ Taylor Swift’s parallel universe
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she interviews senior Rachel Lei.
Musician of the month: Rachel Lei
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Senior Sid Iyer, a director of the all-male group the T-tones. Throughout his four years of high school, Iyer went to Nationals, All Easterns, All States and the Senior District competitions for choral music. “I think just generally it’s cool to be creative with music," Iyer said.

Artist of the Month: Sid Iyer

Christina Taxiarchis and Nicole Erdekian • May 16, 2019

While many students at WHS join chorus or the orchestra to expand their musical horizons, few students plan to excel and continue their hobby in college. For senior Sid Iyer, he knew that once he started...

WHSTE slays performance of "She Kills Monsters"

WHSTE slays performance of “She Kills Monsters”

Julia Callini and Emily Chafe • May 15, 2019

Directed by Aidan O'Hara, WHSTE performed Qui Nyguen's "She Kills Monsters" on May 9, 10 and 11. "She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans when she discovers her deceased sister's notebook...

The scavenger hunt results posted outside of the academic center. Student Council organized a scavenger hunt through the app Goosechase with missions and challenges that could be submitted through photos and videos. “Honestly, it was a really cool thing to do. I had a lot of fun with it, and I know neither of us has any boundaries now,” sophomore Erin Locke said. “I kind of want to live like it’s still going on."

Student council organizes schoolwide scavenger hunt

Meredith Prince and Remmi Shaw • May 13, 2019

In years past, Student Council has had a tendency to slow down its actions towards the end of the senior school year. This year, President Amanda Armstrong and Gage Fuller, along with the rest of Student...

Senior leader Lauren Campbell leads some of the Window Dance Ensemble through a dance routine.

Behind the scenes of the Window Dance Ensemble’s spring show preparations

Nicole Erdekian • April 30, 2019

From Tuesday, May 21 to Thursday, May 23, the Window Dance Ensemble will perform their annual show. Senior directors Lauren Campbell, Eden Vanslette and Dale Lippincott have been working together since...

Junior Ava Tang dresses in New Balance, Levi's and "thrifted" clothing. Tang's favorite piece of clothing to dress in are sweaters. "I think there [are] a lot of different patterns you can find or different bright colors with different fabrics and stuff,” Tang said

Ava Tang

Nicole Erdekian and Christina Taxiarchis • April 30, 2019

Name: Ava Tang Grade: Junior   Favorite store: “Savers because there [are] a lot of options and everything there is either vintage, you can't find it at a different store, and everything...

Junior Sarah Davis dresses in Brandy Melville, Nike and "thrifted" clothing. However, Davis's favorite store is Urban Outfitters. "They have a lot of different kind of clothes in my opinion, just a good mixture,” Davis said.

Sarah Davis

Nicole Erdekian and Christina Taxiarchis • April 30, 2019

Name: Sarah Davis Grade: Junior   Favorite store: “Probably Urban Outfitters. They have a lot of different kind of clothes in my opinion, just a good mixture.”   Online...

Business teacher Frederik Lehmann dresses in Banana Republic, L.L. Bean and Sock of the Month Club. Lehmann's favorite season to dress for is the spring, "It’s new life, optimism, things are energetic, things are happening and it can be casual too,” Lehmann said.

Frederik Lehmann

Nicole Erdekian and Hannah Rice • April 30, 2019

Name: Frederik Lehmann Teacher: Business   Favorite store: “The Maynard Outdoor Store. It’s a great place to shop.”   Online shopping or in-store? “I typically...

Fashionista of the Month

Fashionista of the Month

Nicole Erdekian, Hannah Rice, and Christina Taxiarchis • April 30, 2019

A cappella groups cap off year (video)

Kate Balicki and Eden Vanslette • April 30, 2019

The Testostertones, Madrigals and Muses performed in their final concert of the year on Tuesday, April 23.

Sophomore Kaiyang Zhang playing Snoopy in the WHSTE fall play, 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown.' Zhang has been acting for around four years and has been a part of many different plays. "Everything gives you a new feeling and a new expression," Zhang said. "Acting gives me this new perspective on different subjects and matters because of how they are portrayed through the writing and the acting."

Artist of the Month: Kaiyang Zhang

Meredith Prince and Ellie Tyska • April 29, 2019

While acting and participating in plays may be a hobby or a simple pastime for some, it is a deep-rooted passion for sophomore Kaiyang Zhang. Zhang has been acting for around four years and finds inspiration...

Brought to audiences by the same director of the critically acclaimed "Get Out," Jordan Peele presents "Us," a unique horror film in which a family finds themselves attacked by their doppelgangers.

Review: Us

Christos Belibasakis • April 24, 2019

After delivering audiences the critically acclaimed 2017 social thriller Get Out, director Jordan Peele showcases Us, a unique horror film starring Lupita Nyong'o, Winston Duke, Shahadi Wright Joseph,...

WayPop: Episode 2 from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

WayPop: Episode 2

Ellie Tyska, Remmi Shaw, Meredith Prince, Julia Callini, and Charlie Moore • April 22, 2019

Welcome to WayPop, WSPN's pop culture show. Hosted by Meredith Prince and Ellie Tyska, the show focuses on pop culture, celebrities, drama and gossip from Hollywood and Wayland. In this episode, our anchors...

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