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WHS student-run nonprofit organization, Hoops For a Home Court, is dedicated towards raising money for a public sports community center in Wayland. After raising over $20,000, co-leader and junior Cole Zachery explained that there was still more to be done. “This is definitely a step in the right direction, but we have a lot more to do before we reach our final goal,” Zachery said.

Hoops For A Home Court: A team creating something they never had

Benjamin Jackson and Jeffery Zhang December 19, 2024

Over the course of two months, a nonprofit organization led by juniors Will Walters, Cole Zachery and Anish Vishwanathan successfully raised over $20,000 towards the long term goal of establishing a community...

With the final curtain call of "Hadestown," the senior class of 2025 reminisces on their years at the theatre. From late night rehearsals to emotional performances, their time at WHSTE was impactful for all of the seniors.

WHSTE seniors take their final bow on the Wayland High School stage

Jessica Dretler, Mischa Lee, and Elyssa Grillo December 18, 2024

Lights dim, curtains open, spotlight brightens the stage: it’s showtime. This year’s Wayland High School fall musical was “Hadestown,” a popular show on Broadway that takes its audience through...

Starbucks holiday menu review

Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler, and Elyssa Grillo December 18, 2024

Join Copy Editor Elyssa Grillo and Reporter Jessi Dretler as they review the Starbucks holiday menu options. Three festive drinks and three holiday treats are featured in this video. It includes the following:...

Senior Leroyal Harriston gets a rebound following a failed layup before dribbling the ball down the court. Orange team's record is 0-2 this season, but some players are maintaining hope to bounce back. "We've had some tough games but it's nothing we can't come back from," senior Felix Kissell said.

IBL teams scrap for a win in second matchup of the year

Emma Zocco and Kate Goodman December 16, 2024

The Intramural Basketball League (IBL) holds its second round of games on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The black team defeated the orange team, the red team beat the white team, the pink team bounced back from their...

For this recipe, gather 4-6 apples, oats, nutmeg, cinnamon, butter, brown sugar and flour.

Flavor! Apple Crisp

Emma Zocco December 10, 2024

Apple crisp is a perfect sweet treat to bring home for the holidays. This dessert is a fan favorite that is best served with a side of vanilla ice cream.

WSPN’s athlete of the month is freshman Mia Rent for her top placements in cross country meets.

Athlete of the month: Mia Rent

Vanessa Taxiarchis, Staff Reporter December 9, 2024

With sweat dripping, legs cramping and her ponytail flying, freshman Mia Rent has made a name for herself in the cross country community. Rent began running in fifth grade to stay in shape, but a year...

Join WSPN’s Jessi Dretler and Elyssa Grillo as they review the new movie adaptation of the famous Broadway Musical: Wicked.

From Broadway to Hollywood: Wicked makes its magic on the big screen

Elyssa Grillo and Jessi Dretler December 6, 2024

Starring pop star Ariana Grande and actress Cynthia Erivo, “Wicked” was released to the general public on Nov. 22, but had early access screenings starting Nov. 20 due to popular demand for the film....

Spirit Day vlog 2024

Carolina Sdoia, Co-Broadcast Editor December 6, 2024

Join Co-Broadcast Editor Carolina Sdoia as she brings you along her day during spirit day at WHS on Wednesday, Nov. 27. At the beginning of the day, students were separated by advisory, competing against...

Staring out into the audience, senior Isabella Fuentes delivers her first lines of “Hadestown,” starring as Eurydice. Fuentes has been practicing theater since elementary school and Eurydice is one of the roles she has been dreaming of; however, her goals are nowhere near fulfilled. The aspiring actress is already making plans to take her talent into the professional world.

Isabella Fuentes sets the stage for a spotlit future

Elyssa Grillo December 5, 2024

While belting the ending song of “Hadestown,” her final musical with Wayland High School Theater Ensemble (WHSTE), tears stream down senior Isabella Fuentes' face. In the past four years, Fuentes has...

Staff reporters Joey Fay, Owen Harrington and Ravi Kapadia preview each 2024-2025 winter sport.

Winter sports preview 2024

Owen Harrington, Joey Fay, and Ravi Kapadia December 4, 2024

Cold weather has arrived in Wayland, signifying the start to a new season of winter sports. Below is some information about each sport and the captains. Wrestling After a winning record during the...

Mic’d Up: Powderpuff practice

Penelope Biddle November 27, 2024

The Class of 2025 has been preparing for their annual powderpuff football game against Weston on Wednesday, Nov. 27. Join Co-Features Editor Penelope Biddle as she mic’d up two players and a coach at...

Wayland Sports Chat Episode 1: Fall sports recap

Bowen Morrison, Alex Evangelista, and Ben Jackson November 26, 2024

Join Staff Reporters Ben Jackson and Alex Evangelista along with WSPN's Business Manager Bowen Morrison as they recount Wayland's 2024 fall sports season.

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