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On Wednesday, Oct. 1, Congress failed to pass the federal funding budget, shutting down the U.S. government until a deal is made between the Democratic and Republican parties.
BDBN: The U.S. has shutdown, cutting off millions of federal workers’ paychecks
Playing music for the celebration, from left to right, Vagabond seniors Ben Hammond, Ori Kohl, junior Brennan Smith and senior Atticus DeGrenier play music ranging from 90's to today's hits.
The Eliza J. Norton Foundation ‘Celebrates With Heart’ at their annual festival
Have you been a regular reader of WSPN content? Test your knowledge with WSPN's new column: News Quizzes. The first being the "September News Quiz" highlighting key information WSPN stories have covered during the month of September. The answer key can be found at the bottom of the quiz.
Are you keeping up with WSPN? Find out in this September news quiz
Students crowd around in a circle as junior Max Curbelo dances and spins on the floor.
Students dance their hearts out at homecoming
In Arts Wayland's grand opening for its new location, Arts Wayland displayed a variety of work, including photographs, sculptures, paintings and sketches.
A community for the arts: Arts Wayland’s grand opening
From ceramics to forensics, Wayland High School hosts a wide variety of courses for students, allowing for student to grow their distinct interests. In this first issue of Interesting Electives, WSPN's Fiona Peltonen explores the senior Astronomy class, diving deep into its creation, purpose and activities.
Unique electives: A universal interest
"The Compatriots" hometown premiere was followed by a Q & A with the audience. From left to right, the Q & A included Producer Alberto Sayan, Director Spencer Cohen and lead actor Rafael Silvia.
His childhood friend faced deportation, so he made a movie about it
In the Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, technology interfering with students' everyday lives is a theme that is discussed and analyzed.
How teachers and students are affected by the “Anxious Generation”
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement, ANNA, has recently opened a center in Wayland. This center is dedicated to supporting children with autism aged 6 years old and under, along with supporting their families. The center hopes to bring awareness and support to children with autism, and reduce the large stigma surrounding all neurodevelopmental disorders.
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement center strives to make positive change in Wayland
Local student-run businesses in Wayland -- especially those relying on imported goods -- are feeling the strain of President Trump’s new tariffs. As prices rise, young entrepreneurs are adapting by shifting to domestic products or changing their business models entirely.
The impact of tariffs on local student businesses
There are 13 WHS sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 10/6
The Wayland student section cheers and pops confetti poppers following Wayland's first goal of the game.
Boys soccer ties Westford Academy in the annual Kicks for Cancer game
There are 11 Wayland High School sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 9/29
Boys basketball head coach Dennis Doherty will not be returning to the sideline this winter as he announced his resignation earlier this month. Doherty has been the head coach for 17 years and played for the Wayland varsity team during his high school days.
Coach Doherty steps down after 17 seasons at Wayland
After the captains, seniors Dylan Engelhardt, Alex Evengelista and juniors Brajae Walton Aidan Curry come back from meeting with the reffs and Ashlands captains, players rush the field and jump up in excitement. "Our team is young, but shows a lot of potential," Engelhardt said. "At the end of the day, it comes down to getting better each week and reducing mistakes."
Football defeated in homecoming game
Throughout history, rat poison has been a common method of pest control, often being placed by pest companies or bought online for personal use. Times have changed though, and with a plethora of alternative options, the outdated use of this product is shooting us in the foot. Rodenticides have the power to wipe out an entire wildlife ecosystem and yet they are still commercially used in the state, which is why it’s imperative that it ends now. “I feel better in my soul, knowing that I'm taking an action to try to protect the environment," Co-founder of Save Concord Wildlife Gwendolyn Shipley said. “I would encourage anyone who is feeling a little bit overwhelmed, this could be a small step to take to help save the world.”
Opinion: Poisoning the well, the threat of rat poison
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she navigates the controversial "one size fits all" system utilized by Brandy Melville, a popular clothing brand.
One size fits few: The controversy of Brandy Melville
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she discusses how harmful grade comparison can be to teens.
The hidden dangers of grade comparison
Join WSPN's Mack Young as she discusses the stressful nature of certain Snapchat features.
The snapping point: How Snapchat’s features harm teens
WSPN’s Melina Barris reflects on her time spent as a senior in high school.
The bittersweet feeling of senior year
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews the new Marylou's located in Framingham.
A new cup of coffee: Mary Lou’s
Join WSPN's Mack Young as she discusses singer and song writer Lorde's Ultrasound World Tour.
Lorde sets the tone with Ultrasound World Tour
In Wayland, there are several events for residents during the month of October. Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she lists out the activities.
Events in Wayland throughout October
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she does a book versus TV show analysis on Jenny Han's "The Summer I Turned Pretty."
Did “The Summer I Turned Pretty” TV show stay true to the books?
This month's artist is senior Kaileigh Walker.
Artist of the month: Kaileigh Walker
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Students and staff shine in talent show

Students and staff shine in talent show

Alie Perkus
June 2, 2010
The night will be full of performances from both students to teachers at Open Mic Night following Friday's football game. (Credit: Melanie Wang/WSPN)

Staff-student talent show to benefit cancer research

Alie Perkus
May 18, 2010
Exchange students bid farewell to Wayland

Exchange students bid farewell to Wayland

Alie Perkus
April 27, 2010
(Credit: David Ryan/WSPN)

Mother-son duo reflects on teen alcohol abuse

Alie Perkus
April 16, 2010
Kevin Delaney is the history department head at Wayland High, and was recently honored with a travel grant

Delaney honored with memorial travel award

Alie Perkus
April 5, 2010
Wayland students pay their respects to Alexis Pilkington by joining Facebook pages and by wearing green to school on April 1st. The 17-year-old Long Island native committed suicide in her family's home after months of cyberbullying.

NY suicide prompts cyber-bullying awareness

Alie Perkus
March 31, 2010
Winter Week: MIT Logarhythms and Wayland Daddios perform

Winter Week: MIT Logarhythms and Wayland Daddios perform

Alie Perkus
February 11, 2010
Winter Week: Hypnotist Show

Winter Week: Hypnotist Show

Alie Perkus
February 8, 2010
Winter Week: Alum's band performs in Little Theater

Winter Week: Alum’s band performs in Little Theater

Alie Perkus
February 4, 2010
The 2011 School Budget calls for the cuts in the guidance office if approved. (Credit: Jake Adelman/WSPN)

Budget cuts: the guidance department

Alie Perkus
December 22, 2009
Highlights of "Flight of the Lawnchair Man"

Highlights of "Flight of the Lawnchair Man"

Alie Perkus
December 2, 2009
Danielle Smith, the newly-elected Vice President of the Dudley Pond Association, is the youngest to ever serve on the board. (Credit: Alie Perkus/WSPN)

Danielle Smith: youngest Dudley Pond VP

Alie Perkus
November 5, 2009
A.P. sciences double their lab time

A.P. sciences double their lab time

Alie Perkus
September 29, 2009

Girl, know your place: Sexism at Wayland High

Alie Perkus
June 15, 2009
Memorial Day '09 (36 Photos)

Memorial Day '09 (36 Photos)

Alie Perkus
May 29, 2009

Florence Adler Walk/Run Saturday to benefit METCO

Alie Perkus
May 15, 2009

Nutrikids lunch system installed at Wayland High

Alie Perkus
May 7, 2009

Teachers run and rock & roll for cancer research

Alie Perkus
April 30, 2009

Mary Brown awarded with a trip to India

Alie Perkus
April 8, 2009
Wayland art students shine

Wayland art students shine

Alie Perkus
March 18, 2009

Civics Bee tests and teaches local teams

Alie Perkus
February 23, 2009

Complete Winter Week Schedule '09

Alie Perkus
February 4, 2009

First annual field day to be held Wednesday, November 26

Alie Perkus
November 25, 2008

The making of Twilight

Alie Perkus
October 16, 2008

Getting to know more about the Spanish exchange students

Alie Perkus
September 25, 2008
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