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ICYMI: Dec. 9 - Wayland Boy Scouts, Holiday Marketplace and election reflection
ICYMI: Dec. 9 – Wayland Boy Scouts, Holiday Marketplace and election reflection
WHS alum Thomas Creavin practices the clarinet alongside his bandmates the Monday before Macy's annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. Creavin is part of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Marching Band.
WHS alum Thomas Creavin marches in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Join WSPN’s Marissa Mendoza, Edge Wheeler, Ainsley Jay, Bowen Morrison and Sofia Ciciarelli as they cover seniors’ involvement in the election and the viewpoint from a WHS educator. “[The election is] a really toxic environment,” WHS history teacher Katherine Bassen said. “It would be disingenuous for me to say, ‘oh, everything's going great.’ Obviously it's not, right?”
One month out: A reflection from student voters and educators on the election
ICYMI: Nov. 30 - Spirit Day, A Cappella and winter sports preview
ICYMI: Nov. 30 – Spirit Day, A Cappella and winter sports preview
Wayland High School will be hosting its second annual Wayland Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair on Sunday, Dec. 8 in the high school commons. Co-organizers and seniors Arya Samaratunga and Eunjee Kang worked together to plan an event where anyone can come and embrace the intricacy of the STEM program and community.
Robotics Club hosts the annual STEM Fair to inspire young minds
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein's conviction overturned
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction overturned
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
Anticipation heightens as Nov. 5 draws closer. The tension-filled race between Vice-President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump comes to a close with the final day for U.S. citizens to vote. Check back for live updates.
LIVE UPDATES: Presidential election of 2024
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
A Wayland resident's home was reported with smoke at approximately 12:25 p.m., today, Oct. 30.
Breaking News: House on fire behind the middle school
The Kicks for Cancer game has been moved back to Concord-Carlisle High School. "For me, its been super important because I get to play with my grandma’s name on my back," senior Alex Crawford said. "All the other boys get to play with someone who is related to them, who has experience cancer."
Breaking news: Annual Kicks for Cancer game moved back to Concord after reduced risk of EEE
Wayland High School will be hosting its second annual Wayland Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair on Sunday, Dec. 8 in the high school commons. Co-organizers and seniors Arya Samaratunga and Eunjee Kang worked together to plan an event where anyone can come and embrace the intricacy of the STEM program and community.
Robotics Club hosts the annual STEM Fair to inspire young minds
Seniors participating in the powderpuff game gather around in a huddle during a powderpuff practice. "My favorite part about Powderpuff has definitely been how lots of different people have gotten to come together and create memories together while we enjoy the competition," Weston High School senior Anika Groff said.
Powderpuff to take place at high school but not as school-sanctioned game
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
Senior Sofia Simmons poses on the left along with volunteers for a bottle drive to raise awareness for climate change. Simmons advocates for the climate through Green Team, National Honors Society and National Arts Honors Society.
Sofia Simmons leads the charge of Climate Change awareness
The Boy Scouts will be selling trees on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays noon to 6 p.m. until they sell out. “This event is one of the things that [the Boy Scouts] get to have a direct impact on the community,” freshman Alex Macleod said.
Wayland Boy Scouts hold annual Christmas Tree Sale
WSPN's Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista shine light on sophomore Colin Moleux's car detailing company.
How Colin Moleux went from classroom to car detailing
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
In a tiny building off of Post Road in Wayland, Jolene Palumbo runs her own flower shop dedicated to making floral arrangements and bouquets for Wayland residents, or anyone who comes by her small business. "It can be really busy at times," Palumbo said. "The phone will be ringing and many people will be coming in while other days are pretty quiet, so I can do extra things like cleaning and getting ready for the next day."
Post Road Flowers: A blooming business
In the 14th edition of WSPN goes clubbing, WSPN’s Annika Martins and Jenny Shine interview senior Badminton Club leader Annabelle Zhang.
WSPN goes Clubbing: Badminton Club
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Red Cross Cub Leaders Manahil Faisal and Lilian Amer.
WSPN goes clubbing: Red Cross Club
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
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins and WSPN's Jenny Shine as they interview Water Warriors co-leader Zach Rainville.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Water Warriors
Join Guest Writer Joey Fay as he interviews Student Advocacy Committee leader Zack Goldstein.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Student Advocacy Committee
Senior Sofia Simmons poses on the left along with volunteers for a bottle drive to raise awareness for climate change. Simmons advocates for the climate through Green Team, National Honors Society and National Arts Honors Society.
Sofia Simmons leads the charge of Climate Change awareness
WSPN's Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista shine light on sophomore Colin Moleux's car detailing company.
How Colin Moleux went from classroom to car detailing
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
Senior Cate Ellenbogen snaps a picture of senior Jillian Mele and her family to document her commitment to the University of Vermont. Every year, Wayland Boosters organizes multiple different signings for the seniors committed to Division I, II and III sports. Join WSPN’s Sofia Ciciarelli as she covers Wayland Boosters, and how they’ve made an impact on high school athletes.
Wayland Boosters: Supporting WHS athletes with their athletic endeavors
Join WSPN’s reporters Jessi Dretler and Jillian Mele as they preview the business CrossFit TILT.
Building community through fitness: The story of CrossFit TILT
WSPN’s athlete of the month is freshman Mia Rent for her top placements in cross country meets.
Athlete of the month: Mia Rent
Staff reporters Joey Fay, Owen Harrington and Ravi Kapadia preview each 2024-2025 winter sport.
Winter sports preview 2024
WHS guidance counselor Jim Girard is now coaching Wayland football after stepping down from being Lincoln Sudbury's head coach. “I stepped down as the head coach at LS following the 2023 season so that I could spend more time with and care for my ailing parents who live out of state,” Girard said.
Jim Girard: From enemy lines to home turf
Three Wayland High School (WHS) teams are still in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association playoffs. On Nov. 6, the girls volleyball team swept Greater New Bedford 3-0 and are now in the Elite 8 and hosting Bishop Fenwick on Friday Nov. 8. Boys soccer is playing Marblehead at the WHS turf on Nov. 7. Football is playing no.7 Burlington on Friday Nov. 8 away.
Sports update: Fall playoffs 2024
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
After a close match, a team of seniors stack together at the center of the basketball court to hold up the "Dodgeball Winners 2024" sign and take a picture.
SADD and Student Council initiate the fun during Spirit Week
Senior Jahdaya Franklyn tugs off a Weston player's flag as she throws the ball.
Powderpuff 2024: Warriors fall short to the Wildcats
A Marblehead defender crashes into senior captain Lucas Yemin. Yemin plays for the club team Real Boston FC during the off-season.
Boys soccer scores a win in overtime against Marblehead
The captains from both Wayland and Westfield come together at the center of the field for a coin toss to determine who will start with the ball in overtime.
Girls soccer loses the battle to Westfield in double overtime
After the game concludes, head coach Scott Parseghian congratulates the players and awards the "Gladiator Helmet" to senior captain Owen Finnegan. "These seniors have been in our program for five years so it is going to feel strange without them next year in our program," Parseghian said. "Along with some great memories of playing football, we have also had some great laughs and a lot of fun with these seniors. They set a high standard for everyone that is coming up in the Wayland football program."
The Warriors prevail over Newton-South on senior night
WSPN's Reva Datar shares a personal reflection detailing her experience on the wrestling team.
Opinion: A reflection on wrestling with myself
Staff Reporter Ben Jackson discusses his thoughts on the Boston Celtics's ongoing season.
Opinion: The Celtics will win the 2024 NBA Finals
WSPN's Bella Schreiber and Jenny Shine discuss opinions on Bill Belichick's future in the National Football League (NFL).
Opinion: It’s time for Bill Belichick to retire from the NFL
WSPN's Jayden Taylor & Ravi Kapadia discuss who is the better athlete between Lebron James and Michael Jordan.
Opinion: Lebron or Jordan for the matchup of greatness?
WSPN's Chloe Zilembo gives her opinion on Erin Matson's impact on both field hockey and women's sports.
Erin Matson: Bringing field hockey and women’s sports to center stage
WSPN's Olivia Green reflects on the negative effects of pop culture figures in politics.
Opinion: Bringing in pop culture figures to political rallies is problematic
Join WSPN’s Jane Tardif and Jillian Mele as they talk about the importance of having strong youth sports programs.
Opinion: Youth sports programs benefit high school teams
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang weighs in on expectations and the idea of letting people down.
The weight of expectations: Letting go and letting down
As the 2024 presidential election inches closer, WSPN’s Fiona Peltonen and Maddie Zajac share their thoughts on the importance of youth voting. While there are numerous reasons that youth voting has taken the backseat for many years, it is time that younger generations get more politically involved. “If you want to fix a problem, you've got to commit yourself to doing it,” Fay said. “And one easy way to do it is to vote.”
The importance of youth voting
WSPN's Bella Schreiber discusses the financial strain of applying to college.
Opinion: The cost of college applications is too much
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
WHS Wrapped
WHS Wrapped
Join WSPN’s Jessi Dretler and Jane Tardif as they interview the December Fashionista of the Month: senior Maxim Rjanikov
Fashionista of the Month: December
For this recipe, gather 4-6 apples, oats, nutmeg, cinnamon, butter, brown sugar and flour.
Flavor! Apple Crisp
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
Join WSPN's Elyssa Grillo and Mischa Lee in an analysis of the new and recurring fall trends for 2024, and the best way to wear these items.
Top fashion trends for fall 2024
Old Money is an aesthetic that has always been popular, however it has really taken over the internet these past few years.
Old Money: An old style resurfaced
Here are some costume ideas to make your Halloween fun, chic and unique.
Halloween costume ideas
A guide to new trends and traditional fashion for men this fall.
Top mens fall fashion trends
Join WSPN reporter Melina Barris as she discusses store options to find the perfect dress for Homecoming
Trying to find the perfect dress for Homecoming? Look no further
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Fall
Crossword: Fall
Back to school crossword
Back to school crossword
Celebrate April with WSPN's Talia and Makenzie Macchi's crossword.
Crossword: April
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
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
WSPN's Alex Evangelista and Edge Wheeler rank the songs and discuss the community impact on Lil Uzi Vert's new album "Eternal Atake 2"
“Eternal Atake 2”: Eternally disappointing
Tyler, The Creator released his new album “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is based off of Chroma the Great from the novel “The Phantom Tollbooth” written by Norton Juster.
“Chromakopia”: A chronicle of self-discovery
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."
Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season
Join WSPN’s Carolina Sdoia as she reviews the new series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez story.”
Bloodlines and betrayal: The Menendez brothers in ‘Monsters’
Starbucks holiday menu review
Starbucks holiday menu review
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
A group of three carolers sing holiday tunes. The group of carolers walked around the market and sang to the shoppers at different locations. They sang many festive songs including "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" by Gene Autry and The Pinafores.
The Wayland Holiday Market spices up the season
After a close match, a team of seniors stack together at the center of the basketball court to hold up the "Dodgeball Winners 2024" sign and take a picture.
SADD and Student Council initiate the fun during Spirit Week
Senior Jahdaya Franklyn tugs off a Weston player's flag as she throws the ball.
Powderpuff 2024: Warriors fall short to the Wildcats
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
Join Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they learn more about the Connect Program and innovation courses with special education teacher Jeff Blue and innovation teacher teacher Hayes.
Eye-catching classes: The Connect Program and innovation courses
Join WSPN's Tina Su, Kally Proctor and Emma Zocco as they spotlight the WHS Genius Bar.
The works of the WHS Genius Bar
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
WPS's annual Band Fest
WPS’s annual Band Fest
Starbucks holiday menu review
Starbucks holiday menu review
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo's Wayland
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo’s Wayland
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Spirit Day vlog 2024
Spirit Day vlog 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 101: Class of 2026 fundraiser and start of winter sports season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 101: Class of 2026 fundraiser and start of winter sports season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 100: Thanksgiving events and Christmas tree shopping
Weekly Breakdown Episode 100: Thanksgiving events and Christmas tree shopping
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo's Wayland
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo’s Wayland
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
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Above is Librarian Ms. Miller. Miller has attended sports games at Wayland for many years. “The best part of it is to see the kids succeed… I want you to win, I want us to win,” Miller said.

Librarian Pam Miller reflects on her support for WHS athletics

Abby Stoller
June 13, 2017
Jay Chandler taught his final chemistry class in his 30 year career yesterday, May 6th. Chandler officially retired in December but taught AP chemistry remotely through the exam on Friday, May 7th.

Quiz: How well do you know Mr. Chandler?

Abby Stoller and Conor Keating
May 16, 2017

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Ms. Manning?

Abby Stoller and Kate Balicki
May 14, 2017
Test your knowledge of science department head and physics teacher Kenneth Rideout.

Quiz: How well do you know Mr. Rideout?

Abby Stoller and Conor Keating
May 12, 2017
Boys' volleyball beats Newton South (32 photos)

Boys’ volleyball beats Newton South (32 photos)

Abby Stoller, Kate Balicki, and Jackie Stoller
May 1, 2017
Above is the parking lot. This year the junior and senior parking lots have been combined. “We waited four years to park in the front row and now seniors are being forced to park in the back rows or the junior lot because the underclassmen are taking their spots,” senior Zack Ross said.

WHS’ revised parking lot policy divides junior and senior classes

Abby Stoller
April 6, 2017
Pictured above is Wayalnd Wrestling head coach and history teacher Sean Chase.

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Mr. Chase?

Kate Balicki and Abby Stoller
March 16, 2017
WW '17: Trivia Night (14 photos)

WW ’17: Trivia Night (14 photos)

Abby Stoller and Anika Das
February 13, 2017

WW A Capella from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

WW ’17: A cappella groups perform

Abby Stoller, Olivia Waldron, and Eden Vanslette
February 10, 2017
WW '17: Salsa dancing (33 photos)

WW ’17: Salsa dancing (33 photos)

Abby Stoller, Kate Balicki, and Natalie Hsu
February 5, 2017
WW '17: Q&A with slam poets (video)

WW ’17: Q&A with slam poets (video)

Abby Stoller, Andrew D'Amico, Natalie Hsu, Kevin Wang, and Jackie Stoller
February 3, 2017
WW '17: Origami (14 photos)

WW ’17: Origami (14 photos)

Abby Stoller and Jackie Stoller
February 3, 2017
Test your knowledge on Wellness Department Director Scott Parseghian.

Quiz: How well do you know Coach Parseghian?

Kate Balicki and Abby Stoller
January 4, 2017
16 Wayland High School students attended the Massachusetts Music Educators Association (MMEA) All-State Festival in Boston on March 10th and 11th, 2017. The number of students chosen to play at All State was an all-time high for WHS.

Students prepare for the MMEA All State

Eden Vanslette, Kate Balicki, Audrey Camacho, Conor Keating, Abby Stoller, and Natalie Hsu
January 4, 2017
Test your knowledge on English Teacher Kevin Vibert.

Quiz: How well do you know Mr. Vibert?

Jackie Stoller and Abby Stoller
December 22, 2016
Students participate in annual winter band concert (19 photos)

Students participate in annual winter band concert (19 photos)

Abby Stoller and Veronika Golod
December 21, 2016
Above is a compost bucket in the Commons. WHS' Green Team recently introduced these stations to lunches. "“It’s something everyone can do so easily, and we can help our environment at the same time. What else can you ask for?” said senior Callie Junkin.

WHS green team introduces composting in Commons

Anika Das, Olivia Waldron, and Abby Stoller
December 16, 2016
Test your knowledge on WHS librarian Pam Miller.

Quiz: How well do you know Mrs. Miller?

Jackie Stoller, Abby Stoller, and Kate Balicki
December 15, 2016
Test your knowledge of WHS.

Quiz: How well do you know WHS?

Jackie Stoller and Abby Stoller
December 12, 2016
Pictured above is a poster drawn by senior Athina Apazidis for the AATSP (American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese). “Drawing for me is an escape, an expression. Whatever I’m feeling can be spilled out onto paper and take away stress and pressure and negative thoughts like nothing else,” Apazidis said.

Artist of the Week: Athina Apazidis

Abby Stoller
December 7, 2016
Student Council hosts Color Blast (51 photos)

Student Council hosts Color Blast (51 photos)

Abby Stoller, Nathan Zhao, and Jackie Stoller
November 24, 2016
Pictured above is senior Peter Tsipis, wearing his superfan gear. “It’s just really fun, I have a lot of passion and school spirit. I’m a big sports guy,” Tsipis said. Courtesy of Peter Tsipis.

Peter Tsipis: I do it for my school

Abby Stoller and Kate Balicki
November 14, 2016
Pictured above are sophomore Eden Vanslette and junior Brooke LaPierre collecting their uniforms for girls' varsity soccer. Many WHS sports teams are receiving new uniforms this year. "We picked the 5 last teams that were the oldest uniforms in the school, and those go back a scary amount of time,” Athletic Director Heath Rollins said.

WHS sports teams receive new uniforms

Aimee LaRochelle and Abby Stoller
November 13, 2016
Above, Wayland residents Rodney Hager, Martha Locke and Anthony Dias hold political signs outside Wayland Middle School. Wayland voters cast their ballots in the U.S. presidential election on Tuesday. "Every vote counts. All it takes is one,” Psiaf said.

On Election Day, Wayland residents head to the polls

Meg Trogolo, Nathan Zhao, Janani Gandhi, Jay Abdella, and Abby Stoller
November 9, 2016
Pictured above is sophomore Ally Goldin. Goldin plays for the girls' varsity soccer team, has scored five goals this year, and is this week's athlete of the week.

Athlete of the Week: Ally Goldin

Abby Stoller
November 2, 2016
Girls' Volleyball falls to Concord Carlisle

Girls’ Volleyball falls to Concord Carlisle

Jackie Stoller, Abby Stoller, Kate Balicki, and
October 17, 2016
Pictured above is the foyer in the commons. There are no bags placed on the windowsills or on the floor. “The beginning of the year is the best time to start enforcing new rules, so that's why we did it this way,” Principal Allyson Mizoguchi said.

WHS administration restricts bags in Commons

Abby Stoller and Joyce Wu
October 17, 2016
Boys' soccer defeat LS

Boys’ soccer defeat LS

Jackie Stoller, Anika Das, and Abby Stoller
October 14, 2016
Pictured above is junior captain Jack Fletcher. The Boys' Volleyball team had an extremely successful season, finishing with a 13-7 regular season record and winning two playoff games.

Boys’ volleyball team finishes best season ever

Jackie Stoller and Abby Stoller
June 20, 2016
Senior Josh Brito

WSPN’s 2015-2016 All-Stars: top eight athletes at WHS

Duncan Stephenson, Masha Yakhkind, Abby Stoller, Jackie Stoller, and Aimee LaRochelle
June 2, 2016
Pictured above is the Wayland High School outdoor track. The Boys' Track team finished their season with a record of 2-3 in the DCL small.

Boys’ track wraps up regular season

Abby Stoller
June 1, 2016
Pictured above is freshman Jack Schwartz. “I love baseball because all of the little things you do throughout the game play a role in the odds you have of winning the game. The team that does all of the little things right, such as talking, knowing where the next play is going and taking opportunistic chances, usually wins the game," Schwartz.

Athlete of the Week: Jack Schwartz

Abby Stoller
May 25, 2016
Pictured above is boys' varsity soccer coach David Gavron. Gavron believes his biggest achievement is having relationships with former players that have lasted years and decades in some cases. He is also thrilled to have been a part of the 2014 State Championship team.

Featured coach: David Gavron

Abby Stoller
May 24, 2016
BREAKING NEWS: Senior Assassin game canceled

BREAKING NEWS: Senior Assassin game canceled

Abby Stoller and Janani Gandhi
April 28, 2016
Pictured is sophomore Addison Antico in front of the Trump sign. His family built a 14 by 48 foot sign in support of the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. "We mind our own business, and we are never disrespectful towards someone who is voting for someone else,” Antico said.

Addison Antico: Having this sign makes me thank our Founding Fathers for creating the First Amendment

Abby Stoller
April 24, 2016
WSPN's sports reporters give you a preview of each spring team, as well as a couple players to watch.

Opinion: How to prepare for spring sports and tryouts

Isabel Gitten, Abby Stoller, and Jackie Stoller
March 29, 2016
Elizabeth Miller breaks Wayland dive records

Elizabeth Miller breaks Wayland dive records

Abby Stoller
March 3, 2016
Above are members of the WHS Testostertones at a rehearsal. According to junior Omar Rios, a member of the group, rehearsals are lighthearted but productive. "We fool around sometimes, but we’ll be serious when we need to be,” Rios said.

A look at WHS a cappella groups

Meg Trogolo, Abby Stoller, Jackie Stoller, Masha Yakhkind, and Janani Gandhi
February 24, 2016
Above, members of the WHS Muses rehearse. Senior and co-director Lila Masand plans to record a CD with the group this year. "I hope that I can provide the girls with that experience so that we will all remember each other and cherish the memories that we’ve made," Masand said.

The Muses

Abby Stoller and Masha Yakhkind
February 23, 2016
Third annual Coaches vs. Cancer basketball game (50 photos)

Third annual Coaches vs. Cancer basketball game (50 photos)

Abby Stoller and Isabel Gitten
February 12, 2016
Above is Nelson DeWitt, who spoke to WHS students during Winter Week. DeWitt shared his experience of discovering that he was one of the missing children taken from his family in El Salvador during the Salvadoran Civil War. "It’s important to put ourselves in other people’s shoes, but it is often very hard to do so,” DeWitt said.

WW ’16: Nelson DeWitt shares the story of reconnecting with his birth family

Aimee Larochelle, Abby Stoller, and Olivia Waldron
February 10, 2016
Pictured above are wellness teacher and SADD leader John Berry, wellness teacher Rachel Hanks and Wayland Cares worker Jason Verhoosky. During Winter Week, they held a debate in front of students on the legalization of marijuana. “My goal for all of you is to make healthy and happy decisions,” Verhoosky said.

WW ’16: SADD holds legalization debate

Alex Torres and Abby Stoller
February 8, 2016
National Art Honor Society holds art show (39 photos)

National Art Honor Society holds art show (39 photos)

Masha Yakhkind and Abby Stoller
February 8, 2016
WW '16: Woodworking with Mr. Delaney (17 photos)

WW ’16: Woodworking with Mr. Delaney (17 photos)

Abby Stoller and Jackie Stoller
February 6, 2016
WSPN's Jackie Stoller and Jay Abdella offer their best tips and tricks on how to ace your midterm exams this week.

Opinion: Midterms do not test students’ knowledge

Olivia Waldron and Abby Stoller
January 22, 2016
Featured Artist: Shaelee Comettant

Featured Artist: Shaelee Comettant

Masha Yakhkind and Abby Stoller
December 7, 2015
Pictured above is the Wayland girls' field hockey team. They had their best season in years in 2015, winning the DCL.

Wayland girls’ field hockey team finishes with best record in years

Olivia Waldron and Abby Stoller
December 4, 2015
New teachers join the WHS staff

New teachers join the WHS staff

Abby Stoller and Isabel Gitten
November 8, 2015
Pictured above is the new WHS athletic bus. Wayland Boosters recently purchased the bus to transport athletes. “Because it is cheaper, it allows us to travel and maybe do some more scrimmages and do some events that we don’t normally do. It gives us some more flexibility to schedule things on different days,” Athletic Director Heath Rollins said.

Wayland Boosters purchases new athletic bus

Isabel Gitten and Abby Stoller
October 26, 2015
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