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Wayland Student Press

The student news site of Wayland High School

Wayland Student Press

The student news site of Wayland High School

Wayland Student Press

Join WSPN’s Jeffery Zhang as he interviews students and educators about the validity of the MCAS test and other standardized tests. “I think [scores on the MCAS] properly represent a students knowledge, but I think it could have a few more very challenging questions to really push some students who are very diligent biology students,” WHS science teacher Mary York said.

Should Massachusetts schools shift away from the MCAS?

Jeffery Zhang March 11, 2024

Standardized testing has been employed as a required test for schools across the globe. In the U.S., standardized testing is used for a variety of purposes, ranging from admissions tests, to IQ tests and...

Lincoln-Sudbury sophomore Alex Taylor glides down a hill during a biathlon race in the Gangwon 2024 Winter Youth Olympics in South Korea. “The coaches were amazing and I learned so much while over there,” Taylor said. “Biathlon has such a large focus on the process of racing and the things that you can learn from each session, and I feel like I was able to grow as an athlete.

Lincoln-Sudbury’s Alex Taylor skis to the Youth Olympics and shoots to the World Championships

Sasha Libenzon March 11, 2024

The euphoric crowd fades to a blur as Lincoln-Sudbury sophomore Alex Taylor focuses on her targets, gripping her rifle as the cool wind slaps her skin. After only starting the sport of biathlon two years...

WSPNs Sophia Verma interviews four Taylor Swift fans about their thoughts, feelings and opinions on Swifts upcoming album The Tortured Poets Department, which will be released on April 19. The vibes are very classical and mysterious, almost spooky, sophomore Erica Wilson said. Based on the names of the tracks it sounds like she will be reminiscing on a past relationship. This album is going to be a hit for everyone.

The fanfare for Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department”

Sophia Verma March 6, 2024
WSPN's Sophia Verma interviews four Taylor Swift fans about their thoughts, feelings and opinions on Swift's upcoming album "The Tortured Poets Department," which will be released on April 19.
WHS history teacher and boys varsity soccer coach David Gavron cheers on the boys soccer team from the sideline. Gavron has been teaching since 1994, and took on the position of head coach for the WHS boys varsity soccer team in 2008. I want the classroom to be a place where students feel safe and, similarly to the soccer field, I want them to feel like they can take risks,” Gavron said.

David Gavron: Family first, school second and soccer third

Vanessa Taxiarchis March 6, 2024

Whether he’s on the soccer field or in front of his classes, Wayland High School History teacher and boys varsity soccer coach David Gavron strives to create a collaborative and fun environment wherever...

Join WSPNs Kally Proctor as she talks to members of the Wayland High School Theater Ensemble about the various events and activities run by the ensemble, as well as some of their favorite parts of the experience.

A look behind the curtain at the Wayland High School Theater Ensemble

Kally Proctor March 2, 2024

The Wayland High School Theatre Ensemble (WHSTE) serves as WHS’s extracurricular theater and drama company, operating separately from the in-school acting and dramatic arts classes. The group, which...

Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) leader Anshuman Parulekar.

WSPN Goes Clubbing: Future Business Leaders of America

Annika Martins March 2, 2024

In the 12th edition of WSPN goes clubbing, Staff Reporter Annika Martins interviews senior Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) leader Anshuman Parulekar. What is FBLA (Future Business Leaders...

Ben Hammond through music

Ryan Chase and Maddie Zajac February 29, 2024

Join WSPN's Ryan Chase and Staff Reporter Maddie Zajac as they delve into the musical life of sophomore Ben Hammond. Hammond plays several instruments, including the viola, piano, ukulele and guitar. Hammond...

WSPN’s Chloe Zilembo talks with WHS track athlete, junior Caitlin Heus-Smith, on her achievements and how she got to where she is today.

Caitlin Heus-Smith: Sprinting towards success

Chloe Zilembo February 27, 2024
WSPN’s Chloe Zilembo talks with WHS track athlete, junior Caitlin Heus-Smith, on her achievements and how she got to where she is today.
Wayland High School history teacher Erin Lehmann and business teacher Fred Lehmann have a unique love story filled with ups and downs. “When we first met, we didnt like each other,” E. Lehmann said. “I was already dating someone and my friend knew it, but she thought I could do better. When I met F. Lehmann that first night, I just remember [that] I wasnt looking for anything and we just didnt really hit it off.”

The love story of WHS’ Mr. and Ms. Lehmann

Tina Su and Jeffery Zhang February 14, 2024
Join WSPN's Tina Su and Jeffery Zhang as they uncover Wayland High School history teacher Erin Lehmann and business teacher Fred Lehmann's unique love story.
WSPNs Edge Wheeler and Ben Jackson spotlight WHS wrestling coach Sean Chase and his 300 wrestling wins as a coach.

Sean Chase: 300 and counting wins with Wayland wrestling

Edge Wheeler and Ben Jackson February 8, 2024

On Jan. 6, Wayland High School wrestling head coach Sean Chase achieved his 300th victory in his coaching career with the Wayland Warriors. The team defeated both Pentucket High School and North Middlesex...

Join Staff Reporters Maddie Zajac and Marissa Mendoza as they interview six WHS humans about the school year so far.

Humans of WHS: Chapter two

Madeleine Zajac and Marissa Mendoza February 7, 2024

In the second chapter of Humans of WHS, Staff Reporters Maddie Zajac and Marissa Mendoza interview some students and staff about their experiences during their first semester this school year. Senior...

On Friday, Feb. 2, METCO coordinator and Cultural Identity Group Seminar teacher Mark Liddell presents a slideshow he made on Black history as a winter week event. I work with students in the METCO program, and I teach in affinity class called Cultural Identity Group Seminar and in that class, we cover Black History throughout the entire year, Liddell said.

Sketching the blueprint of Black History Month

Jessica Dretler and Penelope Biddle February 7, 2024

This year, Winter Week festivities took place during the first week of February, and February is Black History Month. METCO coordinator Mark Liddell discussed the significance of this month through a slideshow...

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