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On Monday, March 13, and Wednesday, March 15, the Wayland School Committee met to discuss the budget for FY24, opening up time for public comment at the end of each meeting.
School Committee discusses Wayland’s FY24 budget
In the fourth edition of Breaking Down Breaking News, Staff Reporter Selena Liu summarizes the recent train derailment in Ohio.
Breaking Down Breaking News: The Ohio train derailment
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of March 6 – chess at WHS, senior show rehearsals and electives for next year
Quiz: Which elective should you take?
Quiz: Which elective should you take?
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of February 27 – WSPN’s week of awards, School Committee meeting and girls swim success
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of March 6 – chess at WHS, senior show rehearsals and electives for next year
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of February 27 – WSPN’s week of awards, School Committee meeting and girls swim success
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of February 13 – Mock Trial responds to “sexist” comments, Turkey-Syria earthquakes and behind the scenes of a capella
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of February 6 – Superintendent Omar Easy charges School Committee, Alberto Salazar and political realities of college
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of January 30 – Winter Week, Senior Show and success of the girls varsity basketball team
Weekly Breakdown Episode 66: Wayland Holiday Stroll and midpoint of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 66: Wayland Holiday Stroll and midpoint of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 65: The Seal of Biliteracy and toy drive
Weekly Breakdown Episode 65: The Seal of Biliteracy and toy drive
Weekly Breakdown Episode 64: Super Wednesday and SADD annual Dodgeball Tournament
Weekly Breakdown Episode 64: Super Wednesday and SADD annual Dodgeball Tournament
Weekly Breakdown Episode 63: Fall play and November art exhibit
Weekly Breakdown Episode 63: Fall play and November art exhibit
Weekly Breakdown Episode 62: End of quarter one and Masquerade Concert
Weekly Breakdown Episode 62: End of quarter one and Masquerade Concert
At the beginning of the year, juniors Ayush Kumar, Hallie Luo, Andrew Fang and Zack Goldstein restarted Chess Club. “I think Chess Club has grown since the beginning of the year, and now that it is at lunch, anyone can come and play a game even if they arent a regular to the club,” junior and Chess Club co-leader Ayush Kumar said. “We welcome everyone.”
Checkmate: How chess has hit the jackpot at Wayland High School
From left to right freshman Julianna McDonald, junior Sophia Verma, freshman Marissa Mendoza and sophomores Melody and Marissa Wong stand together, each grabbing a piece of dough to mold. After senior Eileen Kaewapresert made the pasta dough, the rest of the students got to create the shapes of their choice. “At first, this was only a small group to bond with two special needs students, Melody and Marissa [Wong], because they already had an interest in cooking,” Kaewprasert said.
WHS students collaborate through Cooking Club
Anonymous-Ask panel in the spotlight during Winter Week
Anonymous-Ask panel in the spotlight during Winter Week
Custodial staff at Wayland High School share their experiences working here at the school. It’s a basic job, it’s hard, we do a lot of work, WHS custodian Sean Slavin said. That’s one thing, when we get new people that we want to interview, we tell them ‘It’s not hard work, it’s a lot of work.’
Hidden heroes: The custodial staff of Wayland High School
Wayland alumni Alberto Salazar runs for Wayland High School. Salazar was inducted into the WHS Hall of Fame in 2006 and since that has been barred from track and field but still remains in the Hall of Fame.
Alberto Salazar: From distinguished to disgraced
WSPNs Emily Roberge and Ryan Chase discuss Mikaela Shiffrins recent World Cup wins.
Mikaela Shiffrin claims her title as queen of the snow
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Wayland girls swim team poses after winning the Dual County League Championship on Sunday, Feb. 5. Girls swim ended the season with an undefeated record.
Wayland girls swim ends in splashing success
Senior and black team player Chris Merullo keeps the ball away from defenders and looks to pass to his teammates at an IBL game on Jan. 6.
IBL slam dunks the 2022-2023 season
WSPN’s Jeffery Zhang reflects on Enzo Fernández’s potential at Chelsea.
Opinion: Enzo Fernández can bring Chelsea back to the top of the Premier League
The Wayland boys varsity soccer team celebrates its goal by running to the sidelines and embracing each other. The high intensity game went into overtime after a 2-2 tie, and it ultimately ended in a Wayland Warriors win of 3-2 against Somerville.
Game recap: Boys soccer scores a win against Somerville
The boys varsity soccer team faces Lincoln-Sudbury at home on Tuesday, Oct. 25. The game resulted in a draw, with the final score being 2-2. The team currently sits with a record of nine wins, five losses and three ties.
Game recap and gallery: Boys soccer ties with Lincoln-Sudbury
Senior Anjali Patel prepares to shoot a free throw. The entire game was full of fouls, leading to many opportunities. In the end, Wayland lost 41-28 against Bedford.
Game Recap: Wayland girls basketball loses home opener
The girls varsity soccer starters huddle together prior to the opening kickoff. They would play a hard fought game against Lincoln-Sudbury, but would fall short of the win.
Game Recap: Girls varsity soccer can’t complete comeback, lose in penalty kicks to Lincoln-Sudbury
Game Recap: Wayland football destroyed by Lincoln-Sudbury in domestic violence awareness game
Game Recap: Wayland football destroyed by Lincoln-Sudbury in domestic violence awareness game
Freshman Ella Getz drives to the basket after a pick set by senior captain Lila Powers. Getz proudly wears number 33, the number of her role model. My number is 33 and I take it from Katie Lou Samuelson, Getz said. She used to play for the University of Connecticut, and I love her.
Athlete of the month: Ella Getz
Sophomore Luke Chisum finishes first in the freshman three kilometer race at the DCL Championship Meet in 2021. This year, I want to get around 16:30 for a five [kilometer race], Chisum said.
Athlete of the Month: Luke Chisum
Sophomore Elena Mente prepares before pole vaulting for the Wayland high school track team. My favorite thing to do is pole vault, Mente said. I love getting to meet all new people from it.
Athlete of the Month: Elena Mente
Senior Quinn Gleason (front) rows in a double boat. Gleason rows for the Wayland-Weston crew team, and has committed to row for Bates College in the Class of 2026. I’m always trying to improve and get faster, Gleason said. Now that I’m going to Bates College I want to make sure that when I get there the next fall that I’m in shape and ready to go.
Athlete of the Month: Quinn Gleason
Senior Lucas Pralle emerges from the water to take a breath during his 100 meter butterfly event at states. Pralle came in first place at states in his event. It feels amazing to be a part of a team that has performed as well as we have, Pralle said. Everyone puts in the work in practice and our coaches work tirelessly to train and guide us to be the best swimmers we can be.
Athlete of the Month: Lucas Pralle
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: NBA Conference Finals
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: Downfall of the Red Sox
WSPNs Aditya Weling discusses professional leagues upcoming free agency period and goes into depth on certain NFL teams and what they are looking for as the start of the NFL season is just around the corner.
Warrior Weekly: NFL free agency
WSPNs Luke Caples highlights the three leaders in the NFL MVP race, with a couple familiar faces appearing.
Warrior Weekly: NFL MVP race
WSPNs Gabe Likerman discusses the three NFL teams who have the possibility of making a push into the NFL playoffs.
Warrior Weekly: NFL teams that can sneak into the playoffs
(Left to right) juniors Talia Macchi and Dana Efrat, senior Nina Wilson and freshman Kenzie Macchi move in unison as they practice a jazz number. All Window dances are choreographed and taught by the student members.
Window Dance Ensemble lights up the lecture hall
The farmers market features an abundance of colorful vegetables, all locally harvested in the Massachusetts area.
A local gem: Wayland Winter Farmers’ Market
Senior Saniyyah Phillips dribbles the ball up to the three-point line. Phillips and senior captain Lila Powers were both named Dual County League All-Stars.
Girls basketball sinks the shot against Masconomet Regional
Senior Hunter Harris practices lifting senior Charlotte Richter in preparation for the coed dance.
Dancing towards Senior Show
Tufts Beelzebubs member Milo Shields performs with emotion. The Bubs were the last group to perform.
College a capella concert hits the stage
Senior Saniyyah Phillips dribbles the ball up to the three-point line. Phillips and senior captain Lila Powers were both named Dual County League All-Stars.
Girls basketball sinks the shot against Masconomet Regional
Senior Eric Hiebert guards his man during a Wayland defensive play while the fan section cheers behind him. I wasnt expecting that many people in the crowd there on senior night, Hiebert said. It was really exciting to see all the people come out. Weve had a bit of a tough start to the season, and then more recently we started winning games, so senior night was kind of like a culmination of all the hard work that weve been working for the entire season.
Boys basketball celebrates senior night
Freshman Anishka Trehan swims the 100 yard butterfly event. A swimmer is limited to two individual events and two relays per meet.
Swim and dive flips into success against Bedford
Freshman Sarah Powers points towards the basket. Powers is one of two freshmen on the varsity team.
Girls basketball steals a win from Concord Carlisle
Sophomore Michael Keenan stretches his leg out to escape his opponent. An escape is worth two points.
Wrestling hits the mat in a quad meet
Join reporters Misha Lee and Melina Barris as they share their favorite trending accessories.
Top trending accessories
Crossword: Saint Patricks Day
Crossword: Saint Patrick’s Day
WSPNs Deirdre Brown discusses Morgan Wallens latest album, One Thing at a Time.”
Album review: “One Thing at a Time”
Join reporter Kris Poole-Evans in a review of the new K-Pop band, NewJeans. NewJeans debuted on July 22, 2022, with their four-track extended play, New Jeans. Since then, the group has put out two singles, Ditto and OMG. Since its debut, the five-member group has been breaking records and consistently making headlines.
Who is NewJeans?
Guest writer Brendan Hines breaks down the biggest movies from this winter.
Brendan’s Big Screen: Winter Season Recap
The image above is a piece sophomore Eunjee Kang created for her Art 1 class. I made this during our first Art 1 project: Self-Portrait in Objects: Origami Book, Kang said. I drew some objects I favored or objects I thought represented me using colored pencils.
October Artist of the Month: Eunjee Kang
The image above is Junior Rachel Yans latest piece, a charcoal still life. Rachels piece is based on a bust statue in Ms. Latimers art room, something that students often use as a reference.The still life process is fun, its a lot of experimentation and trial and error, Yan says.
May’s Artist of the Month: Rachel Yan
In this piece, senior Skylar Gould showcases a step-by-step from when she wakes up to when she leaves for school. Goulds inspiration for this piece was her own morning routine.
Artist of the Month: Skylar Gould
Below is an artistic profile of junior Rachel Yan, the latest to be spotlighted in Artist of the Month.
Artist of the Month: Kaya Oleson
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Fashionistas of the Month: Katie Schouten and Jack McCahan
Fashionistas of the Month: Katie Schouten and Jack McCahan
Fashionistas of the Month: Lilly O’Driscoll and Jett Peter
Fashionistas of the Month: Lilly O’Driscoll and Jett Peter
The Fashionistas of the Month are seniors Ryan MacDonald and Sofia Barris. They both encourage others to use fashion as a way to express themselves.
Fashionistas of the Month: Ryan MacDonald and Sofia Barris
Junior Ava Tang dresses in New Balance, Levis and thrifted clothing. Tangs 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
Junior Sarah Davis dresses in Brandy Melville, Nike and thrifted clothing. However, Daviss 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
WSPNs Delia Caulfield discusses the controversy surrounding the Miss Universe organization.
Opinion: Miss Universe falls short in many categories
WSPNs Emily Roberge and Ryan Chase discuss Mikaela Shiffrins recent World Cup wins.
Mikaela Shiffrin claims her title as queen of the snow
WSPNs Deirdre Brown discusses Morgan Wallens latest album, One Thing at a Time.”
Album review: “One Thing at a Time”
WSPNs Jenny Shine discusses her experience as a winter athlete and the struggles she endures.
Opinion: What they don’t tell you about being a winter athlete
WSPNs Chloe Zilembo shares her opinion on antisemitism in America amid the proposed Day of Hate.
Opinion: The Holocaust ended in 1945, but hate against Jews still persists
WSPNs Editorial Board discusses the impact of last months racist graffiti found at WHS and its impact on the community.
Editorial: Speak out against racism in Wayland
Editorial: Weighted GPAs need to stay
Editorial: Weighted GPAs need to stay
Editorial: WSPN stands with Parkland students
Editorial: WSPN stands with Parkland students
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang discusses the importance of food to his family.
ABC: The language of food
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang addresses the rise in attacks on Asians and the importance of continuing to talk about the unjust treatment towards Asians.
ABC: An American just like you
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about the struggles of being an average Asian.
ABC: An average Asian
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about Chinese school and his regrets about quitting.
ABC: Why I should’ve stuck with Chinese school
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about what its like having two names and what a name means to him.
ABC: What’s my name?
Cartoon: End-of-year stress
Cartoon: End-of-year stress
Cartoon: Cant Escape
Cartoon: Can’t Escape
Cartoon: More Positive Cases
Cartoon: More Positive Cases
Cartoon: Not a Moments Peace
Cartoon: Not a Moment’s Peace
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Road to Houston: Round 1
Zoe Garcia: Going viral
Zoe Garcia: Going viral
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 12: B Sisters Cafe
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 12: B Sisters Cafe
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 11: Tatte
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 11: Tatte
WHS Super Bowl predictions
WHS Super Bowl predictions
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Road to Houston: Round 1
WHS Super Bowl predictions
WHS Super Bowl predictions
Wayland girls varsity basketball defeats Shrewsbury in their home opener (highlights)
Wayland girls varsity basketball defeats Shrewsbury in their home opener (highlights)
Pickleball Micd Up
Pickleball Mic’d Up
Wayland Sports Chat: S4E6
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Weekly Breakdown Episode 66: Wayland Holiday Stroll and midpoint of quarter two

Weekly Breakdown Episode 66: Wayland Holiday Stroll and midpoint of quarter two

Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner, and Abby Raftery • December 6, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 66: Wayland Holiday Stroll and Midpoint of Quarter Two In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 65: The Seal of Biliteracy and toy drive

Weekly Breakdown Episode 65: The Seal of Biliteracy and toy drive

Lucy Grasso, Abby Raftery, and Morgen Warner • November 29, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 65: The Seal of Biliteracy Test and Toy Drive In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 64: Super Wednesday and SADD annual Dodgeball Tournament

Weekly Breakdown Episode 64: Super Wednesday and SADD annual Dodgeball Tournament

Lucy Grasso, Abby Raftery, and Morgen Warner • November 15, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 64: Super Wednesday and SADD Annual Dodgeball Tournament In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 63: Fall play and November art exhibit

Weekly Breakdown Episode 63: Fall play and November art exhibit

Lucy Grasso, Abby Raftery, and Morgen Warner • November 8, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 63: Fall Play and November Art Exhibit In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news in a...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 62: End of quarter one and Masquerade Concert

Weekly Breakdown Episode 62: End of quarter one and Masquerade Concert

Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner, and Abby Raftery • October 25, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 62: End of Quarter One and Masquerade Concert In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 61: Pams Run and The Amazing Race

Weekly Breakdown Episode 61: Pam’s Run and The Amazing Race

Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner, and Abby Raftery • October 18, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 61: Pam's Run and The Amazing Race In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news in a timely...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 60: Yom Kippur and Friday class meetings

Weekly Breakdown Episode 60: Yom Kippur and Friday class meetings

Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner, and Abby Raftery • October 4, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 60: Yom Kippur and Friday Class Meetings In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news in...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 59: Back to School Night and Jimmy Fund Walk

Weekly Breakdown Episode 59: Back to School Night and Jimmy Fund Walk

Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner, and Abby Raftery • September 28, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 59: Back to School Night and Jimmy Fund Walk In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 58: Club Fair and Kicks for Cancer soccer game

Weekly Breakdown Episode 58: Club Fair and Kicks for Cancer soccer game

Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner, and Abby Raftery • September 21, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 58: Club Fair and Kicks for Cancer Soccer Game In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 57: Annual 5k walk at Dudley Pond and submitting senior photos

Weekly Breakdown Episode 57: Annual 5k walk at Dudley Pond and submitting senior photos

Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner, and Abby Raftery • September 13, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 57: Annual 5k Walk at Dudley Pond and Submitting Senior Photos In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 56: Career day and MIAA tournaments

Weekly Breakdown Episode 56: Career day and MIAA tournaments

Lucy Grasso, Abby Raftery, and Morgen Warner • June 7, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 56: Career day and MIAA tournaments In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news in a timely...

Weekly Breakdown Episode 55: Psych week and Memorial Day Parade

Weekly Breakdown Episode 55: Psych week and Memorial Day Parade

Lucy Grasso, Abby Raftery, and Morgen Warner • May 24, 2022

wspn · Weekly Breakdown Episode 55: Psych Week and Memorial Day Parade In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters Lucy Grasso, Morgen Warner and Abby Raftery break down each week’s Wayland news in a...

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