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Wayland Student Press

The student news site of Wayland High School

Wayland Student Press

WSPNs Jonathan Zhang shares some of the struggles that Daniil Medvedev faced on his path to becoming the world number one.

Daniil Medvedev: “The kid in me stopped dreaming”

Jonathan Zhang March 5, 2022

Every tennis player knows them: the Big Three. The three players—Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic—that have dominated the game of tennis. And, with the addition of the recent Australian...

WSPN’s Alyssa Ao and Bella Schreiber discuss how a Winter Week psych theme connects to the current definitions of patriotism in America.

Opinion: Winter Week psych alteration reflects our changing perception of patriotism

Bella Schreiber and Alyssa Ao March 4, 2022

Traditionally, Wayland High School students celebrate during Winter Week following the end of midyear exams. This year, despite the cancellation of midterms, students still participated in a week full...

WSPNs Tina Su shares her opinion and experience with the toxic cycle of playing a school sport.

Opinion: The toxic culture of sports

Tina Su March 1, 2022

“Ughhh! I have another three hour practice after school today. I hate soccer so much. I wanna quit!” It is quite common to hear high school students complaining about their early morning practice or...

Seniors Favour Ejims and Maya Powell reflect on the importance of acknowledging months like Black History Month and its impact on students of color.

WHS Power Club: Is WHS recognizing its students of color?

Favour Ejims and Maya-Angelina Powell February 28, 2022

The following is an opinion piece written by the WHS Power Club leaders, Favour Ejims and Maya-Angelina Powell.  It’s no surprise that WHS is a predominantly white school with just a few students...

WSPNs Delia Caulfield reflects on the recent banned substance scandal with the Russian Figure Skating Team.

Opinion: Kamila Valieva isn’t a cheater, she’s manipulated

Delia Caulfield February 28, 2022

The stage has been set for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, showcasing athletic superstars from across the globe. For most athletes, the Olympics is the peak of their athletic careers, testing them both...

In the first installment of A Spoiled Sports Fan, WSPNs Emily Roberge discusses Tom Bradys retirement, and its implications on the sports world.

A Spoiled Sports Fan: Football will never be the same without Tom Brady

Emily Roberge February 18, 2022

I’m a spoiled sports fan. There’s no other way to put it. It’s both a blessing and a curse. I’ve been accustomed to the New England Patriots winning my whole life. I don’t know anything else....

WSPNs Genevieve Morrison examines the recent anti-mask protests at Wayland High School.

Anti-maskers, patience is a virtue

Genevieve Morrison February 17, 2022

This is it. We're in the home stretch. Stores are opening up, concerts are back and Zoom school is but a distant memory. Only a few more weeks until normalcy. So why are anti-maskers still outraged? On...

WSPNs Delia Caulfield discusses the national nurse shortage and the negative implications of understaffing hospitals.

Understaffed and overworked: the nursing profession is going extinct before our very eyes

Delia Caulfield February 16, 2022

When you think of the word hospital, what is the first word that comes to mind? Maybe it’s the packed waiting room, filled with dozens upon dozens of people waiting in anticipation to be told a variety...

WSPNs Bella Schreiber discusses the rising conflicts in Russia and Ukraine and their implications for America.

Opinion: What’s really going on in Russia and Ukraine?

Bella Schreiber February 12, 2022

I have had the privilege of living my whole life in a place like the United States, where we have many freedoms. These include being able to choose who is in charge of our country and how long they get...

WSPNs Genevieve Morrison discusses the rise of corporate social media and what it means for consumers.

Opinion: The false allure of corporate social media

Genevieve Morrison February 10, 2022

Social media is the new frontier. It's your entertainment, your communication, your news outlet and everything in between. The newest dimension of this expansive network is advertising. A far cry from...

WSPN’s Kally Proctor discusses the recent controversy regarding Novak Djokovics vaccination status at the 2022 Australian Open.

Opinion: Australian officials made the right choice in kicking Djokovic out

Kally Proctor February 10, 2022

World No 1 ranked tennis star, Novak Djokovic, went to Australia last month in pursuit of a record-setting 21st grand slam, but he never got to the first round. It turns out Djokovic lost not to another...

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