Teacher preferences for online learning: Google Classroom vs. itsLearning
Caitlin Newton and Alyssa Dickstein
December 12, 2018
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With technology playing an increasingly prominent role in society, teachers have moved from using paper to computers for much of their teaching. To distribute documents and manage their classwork and homework online, most teachers at WHS use either itsLearning or Google Classroom, each performing a different...
The class of 2019 applies to college
December 12, 2018
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WHS surveyed 51 seniors regarding college applications. Results from the survey showed students are mainly applying to the schools in the Northeast.
MOTS: Students share thoughts on the El Chapo trial
Hailey Robinson and Christina Taxiarchis
December 9, 2018
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Students speak out their opinions on the trial for Joaquín Guzmán Loera, also known as “El Chapo”, the Mexican drug lord. His history of violence, as well as his involvement in the Sinaloa drug cartel for over 20 years, ultimately led up to his capture and trial. ...
Alternative Forms of Learning: Where students look for support
December 7, 2018
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Students face many challenges and difficulties throughout their academic journey. In these times of trouble, there are helpful resources, such as the WHS academic center, where they can be connected with a personal tutor. The academic center focuses on helping students who are in need of academic support....
To Google or not to Google?
December 4, 2018
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When beginning a typical research project, a high schooler’s instinct is to quickly type their research question into Google and click on the first three links. Although this seems to be the most convenient option, there are many other methods that students can use to find adequate research. Information...
Boys’ soccer reflects on another state title
December 3, 2018
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Following another successful season for boys' varsity soccer, the team looks back on their 2018 season. After falling short of the state championship last year, the team brought home its third state title in five years after defeating Nipmuc. Although the team finished with a state championship, it w...
Graduates study, work abroad
Kate Balicki and Eden Vanslette
November 28, 2018
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After graduation, students take many different paths. Some go straight to college, while others may choose to take a gap year. A handful of students even decide to go abroad. WSPN checked in with WHS Class of 2018 graduates Chris Balicki and Kara Whitesell for an update on what they are doing abroad.
Students with faculty parents: Mixing home with school life
Ellie Tyska and Meredith Prince
November 19, 2018
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While most students part ways with their parents in the morning, some students spend the entire day in the same workspace as their parents. These students are the children of faculty members which, according to the students and their parents, comes with both advantages and disadvantages. “[Having...
French exchange students discover US culture
Kevin Wang, Kyle Chen, and Christos Belibasakis
November 12, 2018
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Students from France arrived at WHS as part of the French exchange student program from Oct. 18 to Oct. 24. The one-week program brought 20 students over to the United States. The exchange marked the completion of the program after WHS students traveled to France last spring and stayed with their respective...
A year later: kneeling for the Star Spangled Banner
Charlie Moore and Christos Belibasakis
November 12, 2018
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“Please rise for our national anthem.” Students and parents within the bleachers turn their attention to the American flag overlooking the field. Members of the fan section peek down at the Wayland players on the turf, expecting to find some of them kneeling. Only this season, the four students ...
Athletic Director Heath Rollins on new stadium, press box and more
November 11, 2018
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In the coming months, Wayland High School will be updating parts of the turf field, bleachers and press box as part of a larger project. The new press box will exhibit significant changes from the current one. Athletic Director Heath Rollins provides information on the new additions coming to WHS. ...
The scheduling process at WHS
November 9, 2018
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WSPN's Nathan Zhao and Charlie Moore spoke to administrators and students about the scheduling process.
December 10, 2018