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After Massachusetts voted to remove the MCAS graduation requirement, policy makers are reshaping graduation standards. "The top-line understanding is that we’ve moved away from a system that we’ve known for about 24 years, which is one where every school district in Massachusetts had wide latitude to decide what their graduation requirements were in terms of coursework or other experiences, but every single student, in order to earn a diploma, needed to pass the MCAS in one English, one math and one science assessment," Massachusetts Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler said. "We’ve moved away from that now, by virtue of the outcome of [the MCAS] ballot question in November, to a place where communities can still decide what their graduation requirements are, but there’s no requirement for students to pass the MCAS.”
Massachusetts reevaluates graduation requirement without standardized testing
ICYMI: April 14 - World Language Department field trips, pollen allergies and effects of Narcan
ICYMI: April 14 – World Language Department field trips, pollen allergies and effects of Narcan
As spring begins with flowers blooming and rain coming and going, some are experiencing seasonal allergies or hay fever due to the emerging pollen in the air. However, studies have shown that the pollen count has been increasing in recent years, which could play a factor in why some are experiencing more intense allergic reactions.
The return of pollen and how it affects seasonal allergies
This April break, several students who take French and Latin will be traveling to France and Italy as part of the World Language Department field trips. Students on the France trip departed from Boston Logan Airport left on Monday, April 14, while students on the Latin trip will travel on Thursday, April 17.
World language trips take learning from the classroom to the country
ICYMI: April 7 - Inundation District, spring orchestra concert and the "Houthi PC small group" leaks
ICYMI: April 7 – Inundation District, spring orchestra concert and the “Houthi PC small group” leaks
BDBN: Amid ICE arrests, families are concerned about sending children into school
BDBN: Amid ICE arrests, families are concerned about sending children into school
Breaking Down Breaking News: Honoring the ice skaters of Flight 5342
Breaking Down Breaking News: Honoring the ice skaters of Flight 5342
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
A swastika symbol has been found on the side of the Wayland Community pool. It has since be covered up.
Breaking news: Swastika found on side of Wayland Community Pool, administration and police respond
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake originating from the coast of New Hampshire and Maine was felt in Wayland on Monday, Jan. 27.
Breaking News: 3.8 magnitude earthquake felt in Boston area
Claypit Hill students moved to high school after water main break
Claypit Hill students moved to high school after water main break
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
News Brief: Town election results
News Brief: Town election results
News Brief: Student Council officer and representative election results
News Brief: Student Council officer and representative election results
Course selection process begins at WHS
Course selection process begins at WHS
A backstage look into the creation of the Class of 2025’s Senior Show, and the connections it’s formed. “We’ve definitely gotten closer with the people in our groups,” Alongi said. “It's just really fun to rehearse with everyone.”
Class of 2025 sets the stage for the Senior Show
A swastika symbol has been found on the side of the Wayland Community pool. It has since be covered up.
Breaking news: Swastika found on side of Wayland Community Pool, administration and police respond
At 5:45 a.m. on April 19, a reenactment of the Battles of Lexington and Concord took place at Old North Bridge in Concord. The reenactment was followed by a parade, where several dignitaries, including Gov. Maura Healey, gave speeches. "This is our generation's time, standing here in this place at this moment, we must commit ourselves to defending [freedom]," Healey said. "That's what I will do, and I encourage everyone who knows our history and values our freedom to do the same."
250th anniversary of Battles of Lexington and Concord celebrate freedom
From left to right: Mike Bloom, Ryan Herlihy, Joshua Goodman, Matt Bloom and Jake Mitchell pose for a photo after a show. Goodman, a WHS teaching assistant, is one of five members of the band 'Gold Rush.'
Joshua Goodman takes the stage with Gold Rush
WHS introduces the new concussion testing app Sway, which can be downloaded on a smartphone and used anywhere at any time. As Sway enters the realm of WHS testing and replaces the previous ImPACT testing, athletic trainer Katie Reilly explains its significance in concussion protocol.
Sway: WHS’ new concussion testing tool
Wayland resident and senior Isabella Camacho recently joined the girls varsity tennis team. Camacho is enrolled in an online high school and played tennis for a private club prior to joining the WHS team. Next year, she will play tennis at Wesleyan University.
Isabella Camacho aces her way to tennis stardom
Junior Peter Caputa started PCV Detailing in his sophomore year of high school. Since then, he's looked to grow his business in a number of ways. "I'm always trying to get more customers," Caputa said. "I've even knocked on people's doors to see if they'd like a car detail."
Beyond the books: How junior Peter Caputa started his own business
From left to right: Mike Bloom, Ryan Herlihy, Joshua Goodman, Matt Bloom and Jake Mitchell pose for a photo after a show. Goodman, a WHS teaching assistant, is one of five members of the band 'Gold Rush.'
Joshua Goodman takes the stage with Gold Rush
Wayland resident and senior Isabella Camacho recently joined the girls varsity tennis team. Camacho is enrolled in an online high school and played tennis for a private club prior to joining the WHS team. Next year, she will play tennis at Wesleyan University.
Isabella Camacho aces her way to tennis stardom
Junior Peter Caputa started PCV Detailing in his sophomore year of high school. Since then, he's looked to grow his business in a number of ways. "I'm always trying to get more customers," Caputa said. "I've even knocked on people's doors to see if they'd like a car detail."
Beyond the books: How junior Peter Caputa started his own business
The “Main Event” station is one of the varying stations that hosts different food options for students at WHS prepared by the cafeteria staff. The "Main Event" station changes each day depending on what the hot lunch is.
Behind the scenes of school lunches
Keep eyes on WHS junior Sophia Beckett in the 2025 spring softball season. Beckett is a junior captain of the varsity team.
Sophia Beckett pitches to success
On Thursday, April 17, the girls varsity lacrosse team defeated Acton-Boxborough High School (AB) with a final score of 11-3. This game was Wayland's fourth win of the season, improving their record to four wins and two losses.
Game recap: Girls lacrosse defeats Acton-Boxborough
Wayland resident and senior Isabella Camacho recently joined the girls varsity tennis team. Camacho is enrolled in an online high school and played tennis for a private club prior to joining the WHS team. Next year, she will play tennis at Wesleyan University.
Isabella Camacho aces her way to tennis stardom
Keep eyes on WHS junior Sophia Beckett in the 2025 spring softball season. Beckett is a junior captain of the varsity team.
Sophia Beckett pitches to success
This year, 8th graders have been pulled up to make JV girls lacrosse and softball teams possible. “I think the group of girls on our team from the 8th grade class are really strong,” JV softball coach Mark Norton said.
Middle schoolers take the field to fill JV squads
The boys varsity lacrosse team lost 13-4 in its home opening game against Shawsheen Valley Technical High School.
Game recap: Boys lacrosse falls to Shawsheen in home opener
As he rows, Weston junior Andrew Cui focuses on his technique. The crew team has two competition seasons: fall and spring. "I really like crew just because I feel like it is very much a team sport," Weston sophomore Jenna Cutter said. "Especially when you're rowing because you have to be so in sync with the rest of the boat which I think creates a really tight knit team and Wayland-Weston is just a really nice community between the coaches, rowers and coxswains."
Wayland-Weston crew team glides into spring season
Competing to secure a spot in the beginning of the race, Wayland and Weston runners surge ahead at the start of the 800 meter race.
Track and field races into first away meet of the season
Preparing to swing, sophomore Ryan Frutman positions herself in a ready-stance. This stance is vital for a powerful swing and strong contact with the ball.
Softball falls to Belmont in home opener
Behind the goal, Junior Armaan Desai holds the ball in the offensive zone.
Boys lacrosse falls short to Natick
Head Coach Philip George talks to the team during a timeout. George is an English teacher at WHS.
Boys volleyball rallies against Lexington
Staff reporter Joey Fay writes about what he believes are some of the biggest issues in college sports.
Opinion: College sports are a mess
WSPN's reporters Ravi Kapadia and Owen Harrington express their views on if the MLB should implement a salary cap.
Opinion: Major League Baseball should implement a salary cap
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 Olivia Green and Emily Wyner reflect on the Trump Administration's abuses of power.
Opinion: 2025? More like “1984”
WSPN's Annabelle Hage and Sadie Alongi reflect on the limitations of homework, and whether too much can be harmful for students.
Beyond the limit: When homework goes from helpful to harmful
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang discusses the "Houthi PC small group" leaks.
Opinion: National security isn’t a text thread
Join WSPN's Chloe Zilembo as she talks about her experience with "senioritis" and why students need to combat it.
The slippery slope of senioritis
WSPN's Alex Evangelista and Ben Jackson predict the NBA award winners.
NBA award winners forecast
Join WSPN’s Kate Goodman and Molly Bergeron as they talk with this month’s artist of the month: Abby Peredna.
Artist of the Month: Abby Peredna
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews Grande's extended album, "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead."
“eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead” shines a light into Ariana Grande’s life
WSPN's Emma Zocco highlights her favorite local thrift shops as a better, sustainable alternative to fast-fashion.
Sustainable style: A guide to the best thrift shops
Join WSPN’s Vanessa Taxiarchis and Jillian Mele as they interview March’s Fashionistas of the Month: seniors Leroyal Hairston and Joel Cabral.
Fashionistas of the Month: Leroyal Hairston and Joel Cabral
Join WSPN reporters Nina Gandhi as she talks with this month’s artist of the month: Samantha Taurisano.
Artist of the Month: Samantha Taurisano
WSPN's Emma Zocco highlights her favorite local thrift shops as a better, sustainable alternative to fast-fashion.
Sustainable style: A guide to the best thrift shops
WSPN's Molly Bergeron talked to juniors at WHS about their stressful experiences finding their prom dresses.
From fittings to frustration: The stressful reality of prom dress shopping
Join WSPN’s Mischa Lee and Elyssa Grillo as they discuss the hottest trends of this year’s winter season.
Top winter fashion trends
Join WSPN reporters Emma Zocco, Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista as they discuss the trends of this year's winter season.
Mens Winter Fashion 2025
Join WSPN reporters Melina Barris and Caroline Kiernan as they share some of their favorite and least favorite looks of the 2025 Golden Globes.
2025 Golden Globes looks and opinions
Crossword: Valentine's Day
Crossword: Valentine’s Day
Crossword: Winter
Crossword: Winter
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Fall
Crossword: Fall
Back to school crossword
Back to school crossword
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews Grande's extended album, "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead."
“eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead” shines a light into Ariana Grande’s life
Join WSPN’s Mischa Lee as she discusses Tate McRae’s newest album “So Close to What.”
“So Close To What”: A Tatiana takeover
Join WSPN's Ben Jackson and Bowen Morrison as they review Lil Baby's most recent album "WHAM."
“WHAM:” A bold statement from Lil Baby
Unlike any vampire film before it, Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu” haunts the audience along with the characters through dark tension and sickening torture.
Nosferatu: An eerie, barbaric twist on Dracula
WSPN's Reva Datar reviews the second season of the Netflix blockbuster show "Squid Game."
“Squid Game 2” is gravely misunderstood
As he rows, Weston junior Andrew Cui focuses on his technique. The crew team has two competition seasons: fall and spring. "I really like crew just because I feel like it is very much a team sport," Weston sophomore Jenna Cutter said. "Especially when you're rowing because you have to be so in sync with the rest of the boat which I think creates a really tight knit team and Wayland-Weston is just a really nice community between the coaches, rowers and coxswains."
Wayland-Weston crew team glides into spring season
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From applications to acceptance, seniors navigate the college process
Competing to secure a spot in the beginning of the race, Wayland and Weston runners surge ahead at the start of the 800 meter race.
Track and field races into first away meet of the season
From left to right, junior Ben Pyhtila, sophomores Aadith Charry and Owen Chislett play their cello instruments. Junior Jubin Kim also plays the cello and has been playing the instrument since third grade. "I think that [the cello] is a good balance between a high instrument versus a low instrument, and I just really like the rich sound that it makes," Kim said.
WHS Orchestra harmonizes for their spring concert
Preparing to swing, sophomore Ryan Frutman positions herself in a ready-stance. This stance is vital for a powerful swing and strong contact with the ball.
Softball falls to Belmont in home opener
A capella harmonizes during Winter Week
A capella harmonizes during Winter Week
“I’ve never seen that before”: Hypnotist Peter Gross hypnotises WHS students
“I’ve never seen that before”: Hypnotist Peter Gross hypnotises WHS students
Starbucks holiday menu review
Starbucks holiday menu review
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
Join WSPN's Emma Zocco and Mischa Lee as they take an inside look at the Wayland Depot
The Wayland Depot: Wayland’s hidden treasure
Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and Easter celebrations
Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and Easter celebrations
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Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Graham Henrich: Ready to begin his journey as a cadet at West Point
Graham Henrich: Ready to begin his journey as a cadet at West Point
Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and Easter celebrations
Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and Easter celebrations
Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Weekly Breakdown Episode 115: Ending of third quarter and new student council members
Weekly Breakdown Episode 115: Ending of third quarter and new student council members
Weekly Breakdown Episode 114: MCAS testing and the first games of spring sports
Weekly Breakdown Episode 114: MCAS testing and the first games of spring sports
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March 13, 2018
Above is a photo of Paris, France. Students and teachers from WHS visited France in April. “I used [French] a lot. At home, I only spoke French with my family, and even when I was with the other Wayland kids, we still spoke French for the most part,” Zack Dresens said.

[Photo] The France trip, students and teachers explore French culture

Olivia Waldron and Nathan Zhao
May 13, 2016
Pictured above is Paris, the site of the recent terrorist attacks. The France trip's planned stop in Paris has been cancelled due to the recent terror attacks, but students still feel safe going on the trip. “With any terrorist attack you’re always left worrying, but I don’t think I would feel any less safe in France than I do here,” senior Emily Pineault said.

[Photo] France trip will still be held after Paris attacks

Isabel Gitten and Naomi Lathan
December 3, 2015
WSPN interviews school committee candidates

WSPN interviews school committee candidates

Alex Erdekian
March 28, 2014

Izzy Essi: When I go onto the court, every match matters

Alex Erdekian
March 27, 2014

An interview with Senior Show director Emma Conroy

Alex Erdekian
March 15, 2014

Senior Show process timeline

Alex Erdekian
March 15, 2014
Pictured above is the boys' hockey team. Tonight they will play Newton South in the boys' hockey sectional finals.

Boys’ hockey sectional finals preview

Alex Erdekian
March 8, 2014

Jameson Hunt: I hope to perform at next year’s Winter Week

Alex Erdekian
March 2, 2014
In this post, blogger Ally Toto gives readers advice on how to stay in touch with long-distance friends, a skill that may be important for seniors in the near future.

The Ally Way: How to stay in touch

Alex Erdekian
March 1, 2014
Pictured above is Habibi's self portrait

Featured Artist: Roxi Habibi

Alex Erdekian
February 27, 2014

Joe Spagnuolo: I’m the bridge connecting the tutor to the parent

Alex Erdekian
February 25, 2014

Warrior Weekly: Cara Lewis guest posts

Alex Erdekian
February 18, 2014
Assistant Principal Allyson Mizoguchi has been appointed WHS's new principal.

Breaking News: Mizoguchi appointed new principal by Stein

Alex Erdekian
February 6, 2014
A spotlight zooms in on a teenage boy as he prepares to present an original poem at his first ever Louder Than a Bomb poetry competition. Up until about a month before the competition last year, he was not part of the WHS poetry slam team.

Matt Broomer: I’ve been writing for a very long time, and now it’s one of the ways I process things

Alex Erdekian
February 4, 2014
WW '14: Pacifists at War rock out

WW ’14: Pacifists at War rock out

Alex Erdekian
January 31, 2014

The Ally Way: How to fulfill New Year’s resolutions (and other goals)

Alex Erdekian
January 27, 2014

News Brief: Exam schedule adjustment announced for potential snow day

Alex Erdekian
January 21, 2014
Winter Week schedule 2014

Winter Week schedule 2014

Alex Erdekian
January 13, 2014

The Ally Way: How to give memorable holiday gifts

Alex Erdekian
December 11, 2013
Pictured above is senior Robert Williams Jr. playing in the 2013 Turkey Day game. This year, Williams had to learn to live in the spotlight. “I am the cockiest, most arrogant kid ever when it comes to sports, but I hate when people say I’m good,” Williams said.

Robert Williams Jr.: I have to be the big guy

Alex Erdekian
December 9, 2013
Pictured above is an actual "powderpuff." Senior girls Alex and Lizzy call for modifications to Wayland's powderpuff game.

It’s time to reevaluate the Powderpuff tradition

Alex Erdekian
November 25, 2013
Former WHS student Megan Duffy passes unexpectedly

Former WHS student Megan Duffy passes unexpectedly

Alex Erdekian
November 21, 2013

Students informed on principal selection process at forum

Alex Erdekian
November 20, 2013

Meet the newest a cappella members

Alex Erdekian
November 19, 2013

Tommy Drews: It taught me to trust my instincts and to never be afraid to act

Alex Erdekian
November 18, 2013
Above, junior Melissa Smith, senior Liam Fay and sophomore Jackson DiIanni perform in this year's fall play, "D.O.A." WSPN's Sammy Keating reviews "D.O.A." and decides what she likes and dislikes about the WHSTE production.

WHSTE performs “Dead on Arrival”

Alex Erdekian
November 17, 2013

The Ally Way: How to get your way

Alex Erdekian
November 12, 2013

Sarah Tully: I have always been running

Alex Erdekian
November 4, 2013

Whs Compliments: I hoped that this page would bring happiness to a lot of people

Alex Erdekian
October 27, 2013

Holocaust survivor Marion Blumenthal Lazan speaks to students

Alex Erdekian
October 15, 2013

The Ally Way: How to have the best fall

Alex Erdekian
October 14, 2013

Calvin Laituri: My dad wanted to show me what it’s like to run a business

Alex Erdekian
October 14, 2013
Pictured above is the book, "lol...OMG!" by Matt Ivester. Ivester talked to WSPN about how his experiences lead him to write "lol... OMG." “Feeling like my work has a positive impact is really important to my work and will be now for the rest of my life,” Ivester said.

Ivester reflects on journey to “lol… OMG”

Alex Erdekian
October 10, 2013
In this post, blogger Ally Toto gives readers advice on how to stay in touch with long-distance friends, a skill that may be important for seniors in the near future.

The Ally Way: How to avoid getting called on in class

Alex Erdekian
September 26, 2013
John Ritchie: We’re here together, so let’s have fun and let’s work.

John Ritchie: We’re here together, so let’s have fun and let’s work.

Alex Erdekian
September 14, 2013

Warrior Weekly: Summer

Alex Erdekian
September 3, 2013
In preparation for the next school year and the course selection process, many WHS departments have made changes to their respective course curriculums. “This [sequence of science classes] is something else other schools have done. It’s a lot cleaner when you put it on paper,” science department head Ken Rideout said."

WHS Timeline 2012-2013

Alex Erdekian
June 20, 2013
Junior Andrea Cincotta is pictured above. Cincotta spent the majority of this school year in the hospital, being treated for Acute Myeloid Leukemia. "I didn’t really think of it as a life-threatening thing, but as a time-consuming thing,” Cincotta said.

Andrea Cincotta: I never took the whole cancer thing seriously

Alex Erdekian
June 11, 2013
Above, the class of 2012 celebrated graduation last year. In past years, graduation expenses have exceeded one hundred dollars. This year, steps have been taken in an attempt to lower this cost. “We think it’s important for this fee to be affordable for everyone," principal Patrick Tutwiler said.

Class of 2013 graduates

Alex Erdekian
June 11, 2013
A day in the life

A day in the life

Alex Erdekian
May 31, 2013
Wayland celebrates Memorial Day with annual parade

Wayland celebrates Memorial Day with annual parade

Alex Erdekian
May 29, 2013

Valeska von Wickede: I came here to see what the typical high school experience is

Alex Erdekian
May 28, 2013

Zen & M’s: We made it

Alex Erdekian
May 27, 2013
Students and staff participate in annual talent show

Students and staff participate in annual talent show

Alex Erdekian
May 26, 2013
Script to Screen participants reflect on experience

Script to Screen participants reflect on experience

Alex Erdekian
May 25, 2013
This week, Caitlin says farewell to her readers in her final blog post.

Zen & M’s: Boxing

Alex Erdekian
May 22, 2013

Lilyanne and Tommy Lewis: Dancing has made me come out of my skin

Alex Erdekian
May 21, 2013
The image above shows a typical DJ setup. Senior Kevin Capasso, who will be DJing this year’s prom, enjoys DJing because he gets to play around with music and watch people's reactions when they hear it. “My favorite part is being able to play music I love and watching people react to it; it's a really fulfilling feeling,” Capasso said.

Senior Kevin Capasso to DJ prom

Alex Erdekian
May 16, 2013
The whos and whats of prom

The whos and whats of prom

Alex Erdekian
May 16, 2013
This week, Ally reviews Shake Shack, and raves about their 'Shroom Burger.

Best of the MetroWest: Shake Shack

Alex Erdekian
May 13, 2013
The logo for Platform Athletics is pictured above. WHS football coach Sam Breslin and his former Colgate teammate Alex Relph founded Platform Athletics, a company that creates online training schedules for teams during their seasons and off-seasons, at the beginning of this year. “It evolved into something that we think a lot of other people could use too, so we decided to run with it,” Breslin said.

Sam Breslin: Football, coaching, strength training and conditioning are all things that I live and breathe every day

Alex Erdekian
May 13, 2013
In his final Warrior Weekly post, Harry reflects on his time as a blogger and looks back at some sports predictions he made last year.

Warrior Weekly: Blaming the refs

Alex Erdekian
May 12, 2013
Window dance ensemble dances in flash mob during lunch

Window dance ensemble dances in flash mob during lunch

Alex Erdekian
May 8, 2013
Above is a photo of the 2005 Boston Marathon. After bombs went off at the finish line of this year’s Boston Marathon, the Boston area community has supported The One Fund Boston to provide financial support to the victims of the bombings. The Wayland High School theater department and local businesses like Frozen Yogurt Innovations have donated to the fund. “[Supporting the One Fund] just seemed like the natural thing to do,” said Wayland High School drama teacher Richard Weingartner.

Wayland businesses and spring musical support The One Fund Boston

Alex Erdekian
May 6, 2013

Jack Kanieff: I want to travel as much as I can before it is too late

Alex Erdekian
May 6, 2013
In his final Warrior Weekly post, Harry reflects on his time as a blogger and looks back at some sports predictions he made last year.

Warrior Weekly: Continued success

Alex Erdekian
May 5, 2013
This week, Caitlin says farewell to her readers in her final blog post.

Zen & M’s: Compilation of playlists

Alex Erdekian
May 3, 2013
This week, WSPN staff reporter Cara Lewis writes a guest blog post for Warrior Weekly.

Warrior Weekly: Spring sports update

Alex Erdekian
May 1, 2013
Pictured above is sophomore and varsity baseball team member, Charlie Nuss. Nuss's perspective toward baseball changed after he became too injured to participate this season. “It’s brought out how much I love baseball,” Nuss said.

Charlie Nuss: I never realized how much I relied on the game until it was gone

Alex Erdekian
May 1, 2013
This week, Caitlin says farewell to her readers in her final blog post.

Zen & M’s: The skinny on fad diets

Alex Erdekian
April 24, 2013
In his final Warrior Weekly post, Harry reflects on his time as a blogger and looks back at some sports predictions he made last year.

Warrior Weekly: Boston strong

Alex Erdekian
April 23, 2013
As high schoolers, it's hard to imagine what we want to be doing with our lives, but for junior Rachel Moser-Hardy, her future as a writer is clear. Moser-Hardy is currently writing a fantasy novel. “The idea popped into my head and stayed,” Moser-Hardy said.

Rachel Moser-Hardy: I have the power to create my own world and the characters within it

Alex Erdekian
April 22, 2013
This week, Ally reviews Shake Shack, and raves about their 'Shroom Burger.

Best of the MetroWest: Orange Leaf

Alex Erdekian
April 12, 2013
Above, a computer screen containing illegal content is shown. The technology department will be searching students' computers for similar material. "The whole thing seems too dramatic," said junior Lizzy Wells.

Technology department to search each student’s computer

Alex Erdekian
April 1, 2013
Above, is a sign at the Wayland Town Center indicating that the new Subway is hiring. Students with part time jobs at the Town Center talked to WSPN about their experiences. “It’s really fun. There are a ton of us from Wayland,” said junior Samantha Hayward.

WHS students work part-time at the new Wayland Town Center

Alex Erdekian
March 30, 2013
Students are interviewed about the new restaurant, "Giacomo's," at the Wayland town center. It replaced Bertucci's, which filed for bankruptcy in April 2018.

Students and teachers reflect on advisory groups

Alex Erdekian
February 3, 2013
Gator Collet was sentenced to 20 years in jail for manslaughter at the age of 16. During his presentation, Collet encouraged students to think carefully before making decisions. “It doesn't matter how many times I say, 'I'm sorry,' I can never give that mother her son back," Collet said.

WW ’13: Collet encourages students to consider consequences of their decisions

Alex Erdekian
January 30, 2013
Examining the mentality surrounding mid-year exams

Examining the mentality surrounding mid-year exams

Alex Erdekian
January 21, 2013
Students and faculty discuss mid-year stress

Students and faculty discuss mid-year stress

Alex Erdekian
January 21, 2013
What exactly is the controversy surrounding December 21, 2012? Join WSPN as we explain the supposed end of the world.

Explaining the end of the world controversy

Alex Erdekian
December 20, 2012
What exactly is the controversy surrounding December 21, 2012? Join WSPN as we explain the supposed end of the world.

A closer look into the end of the world

Alex Erdekian
December 20, 2012
20 things to do before the world ends

20 things to do before the world ends

Alex Erdekian
December 20, 2012
Join WSPN as we give our tips on how to survive the end of the world.

How to survive the end of the world

Alex Erdekian
December 20, 2012
Alex recommends Cookie Dough Frosted Cupcakes for this post of 25 Days of Cookies.

25 Days of Cookies: Cookie Dough Frosted Cupcakes

Alex Erdekian
December 12, 2012
Jennifer (pictured above) along with many other students from the Beijing Jingshan School Yuanjang branch have now returned to China after the exchange program with Wayland High School came to a close. Students from Wayland will travel to China as part of this program in December.

Chinese Exchange Host Part 3: Recap

Alex Erdekian
December 3, 2012
New school store, Orange & Black Shack, opens

New school store, Orange & Black Shack, opens

Alex Erdekian
November 28, 2012
Warriors defeat Westwood 36-14, advance to Super Bowl

Warriors defeat Westwood 36-14, advance to Super Bowl

Alex Erdekian
November 27, 2012
This past election, senior Caroline Kreidberg voted in the Presidential Election.

Kreidberg discusses voting for the first time

Alex Erdekian
November 19, 2012
An introduction to WHS's newest teachers: Part 2

An introduction to WHS’s newest teachers: Part 2

Alex Erdekian
November 16, 2012
Jennifer (pictured above) along with many other students from the Beijing Jingshan School Yuanjang branch have now returned to China after the exchange program with Wayland High School came to a close. Students from Wayland will travel to China as part of this program in December.

Chinese Exchange Host Part 2: Halloween, hurricanes and homework

Alex Erdekian
November 5, 2012
Ricky Davies and Natalie Shear (pictured above) were both adopted from the same orphanage in St. Petersburg, Russia by Wayland families.

Ricky Davies and Natalie Shear: We’re from the same orphanage, we’re best friends and we’re family

Alex Erdekian
October 14, 2012
This past week the Walden Forum led a presentation to inform voters of the pros and cons of question three on this year's ballot.

Walden Forum discussion addresses Question 3, medical marijuana issue

Alex Erdekian
October 7, 2012
Jennifer (pictured above) along with many other students from the Beijing Jingshan School Yuanjang branch have now returned to China after the exchange program with Wayland High School came to a close. Students from Wayland will travel to China as part of this program in December.

Chinese Exchange Host Part 1: First impressions

Alex Erdekian
October 6, 2012
The Walden Forum will host Jeffrey Miron and Dr. Kevin Sabet on Tuesday, October 2 at the WHS Main Stage at 7:30 pm to discuss Question three on the November ballot.

Walden Forum to host discussion on the legalization of medical marijuana

Alex Erdekian
October 2, 2012
Wayland High School is providing a MacBook Air to every WHS student through the 1:1 Learning Initiative by leasing the laptops over the next four years.

The finances behind 1:1

Alex Erdekian
September 4, 2012
Reflecting on the 2011-2012 school year

Reflecting on the 2011-2012 school year

Alex Erdekian
June 21, 2012
Jake Wang invited English Department head, Brian Keaney, to attend an award ceremony honoring J.E. Wallace Award for Scholastic Achievement.

2008 graduate invites Keaney to J.E. Wallace Sterling Award ceremony

Alex Erdekian
June 12, 2012
Frozen Yogurt Innovations offers a unique frozen yogurt experience with self-serve machines and a choice of toppings.

Frozen Yogurt Innovations: review

Alex Erdekian
May 24, 2012
Ever since the seventh grade, sophomore Rex Provost has had a passion for making films. Over the years, Provost has produced many video series, short films and commercials.

Rex Provost: I would say most of my inspiration for particular shots comes from movies

Alex Erdekian
May 21, 2012
Facebook, Twitter and other forms of social media act as essential modes of communication and distractions to Wayland students as their dependence on social media increases.

Social media plays significant role in student life

Alex Erdekian
May 15, 2012
A history of WHS prom

A history of WHS prom

Alex Erdekian
May 14, 2012
Sophomore David Dines has performed in numerous shows and musicals, and he hopes to pursue a career in theater. Currently, he is getting ready to perform in Fame, Wayland High School's spring production.

David Dines: Getting into a character can really change who you are as a person

Alex Erdekian
April 9, 2012
Now that the spring season is in full swing, the fields, courts and tracks are filled with athletes every day after school.

Athletes and coaches gear up for spring season

Alex Erdekian
April 4, 2012
Students in Wayland and around the country struggle with body image, due in part to the media and beliefs about body image. (PHOTO ILLUSTRATION)

Media, family cause students to struggle with body image

Alex Erdekian
April 3, 2012
From left to right, candidates Chris Brown, Ed Collins, Susan Pope and Douglas Leard.

WSPN hosts debate for selectman candidates

Alex Erdekian
March 30, 2012
Students visit France, reflect (35 photos)

Students visit France, reflect (35 photos)

Alex Erdekian
March 5, 2012
(Credit: Alex Erdekian/WSPN)

Pacifists at War to sign record deal

Alex Erdekian
November 9, 2011
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