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Juniors Atticus DeGrenier and Ben Hammond harmonize as Vagabond performs "Say It Ain't So" by Weezer. "I was just having a really fun time being able to enjoy it all," DeGrenier said.
Play It Forward: Benefit concert held for the Class of 2026
A project that has taken many days, weeks and months to achieve is finally open and ready for use. The new Council On Aging Community Center opened their newly constructed doors to the public on June 5. Many activities took place at the opening ceremony including speeches, a ribbon cutting ceremony, games and presentations. In addition, food and beverages were given out for the attendees to enjoy. “We are very excited for this community center to be opening because it has been a long project and has been eagerly awaited for by many Wayland residents,” Wayland resident Deacon Hoagland said.
The Council On Aging hosts their grand opening ceremony for community center
ICYMI: June 2 - E-board elections, spring sports playoffs and Boston Calling
ICYMI: June 2 – E-board elections, spring sports playoffs and Boston Calling
Following the ceremony, the class of 2024 threw their graduation caps into the air to celebrate.
News Brief: Class of 2025 graduation *rescheduled*
Last Wednesday, the Wayland School Committee gathered to discuss a number of topics regarding the health curriculum and Innovation Career Pathway course. Another large topic of conversation was the ways to potentially mitigate distracting cell phone usage. "These [phones] are going to distract your learning and social relationships," Superintendent David Fleishman said. "That's concrete right there."
Three Quick Hits: School committee meeting May 28
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
With summer around the corner, it's the ideal time for gardens to sprout around Wayland. Join WSPN's Katie Collett and Caroline Kiernan as they explore local gardens.
Local gardens blossom as spring comes to a close
The senior Class of 2025 reflects on this years game of Senior Assassin. Senior Assassin is a standing tradition at WHS and this year had a pool of 138 players and a remaining six winners
Targets acquired: The Class of 2025 takes on Senior Assassin
Freshman Elena Tan returns the ball across the court to her opponent.
Athlete of the month: Elena Tan
Boys volleyball beats Westfield to advance to the state final
Boys volleyball beats Westfield to advance to the state final
Junior captain Finn Bell and junior Max Walsh jump up to try and block the ball. Bell and Walsh had a combined 25 kills.
Boys volleyball defeats Greater Lowell Tech to advance to the Elite Eight
Game Recap: Girls lacrosse cruises past Chicopee in the first round of playoffs
Game Recap: Girls lacrosse cruises past Chicopee in the first round of playoffs
WSPN's Cesar Campos-Belussi and Owen Harrington outline the playoff schedule for WHS spring sports.
Spring sports playoff schedule
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
WSPN’s Kate Goodman reflects on the importance of Holocaust education within schools.
Teaching history, shaping the future: The role of holocaust education
Juniors Atticus DeGrenier and Ben Hammond harmonize as Vagabond performs "Say It Ain't So" by Weezer. "I was just having a really fun time being able to enjoy it all," DeGrenier said.
Play It Forward: Benefit concert held for the Class of 2026
The Senior Directed One Acts was on Wednesday, June 11. This tradition allows the graduating Wayland High School Theatre Ensemble seniors to direct their own play, with underclassman participating in their short act.
The Senior Directed One Acts marks the end of an era for WHSTE seniors
Join WSPN’s Abby Bergeron as he interviews May’s Fashionista of the Month: Vivi Brevard.
Fashionista of the Month: Vivi Brevard
Join WSPN's A&E editor Karis Tam as she talks to June's artist of the month: Sophia Wan.
Artist of the month: Sophia Wan
Join WSPN’s Mack Young, Abby Bergeron and Grace Zocco as they break down the annual music festival, Boston Calling, which took place May 23 to May 25.
Three days, one city: 2025’s Boston Calling unpacked
The Senior Directed One Acts was on Wednesday, June 11. This tradition allows the graduating Wayland High School Theatre Ensemble seniors to direct their own play, with underclassman participating in their short act.
The Senior Directed One Acts marks the end of an era for WHSTE seniors
Smiling as she walks off the stage, senior Salma Dwidar celebrates graduating high school.
The Class of 2025 crosses their final stage
Junior Dylan Engelhardt spikes the ball to the other side of the net during the second set. This is Engelhardt's third year on varsity.
Boys volleyball strikes against Marlborough, advancing them into the Final Four
Weekly Breakdown Episode 121: WHS's first benefit concert and upcoming "Final Four" games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 121: WHS’s first benefit concert and upcoming “Final Four” games
Class of 2025 Senior President Armaan Chaudhry welcomes guests into the auditorium with a speech. "We are quite literally celebrating our achievements together over the past 4 years," Chaudhry said.
Seniors come together for Senior Awards Night
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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.

Seniors discuss approaching last day

Brianna Fay
May 29, 2012
Window Dance Ensemble presents A Beautiful Mess (37 Photos)

Window Dance Ensemble presents A Beautiful Mess (37 Photos)

Brianna Fay
May 12, 2012
Debate over restrictions and post-show parties surrounded the class of 2011's Senior Show.

Regulations and expectations for the 2012 Senior Show

Brianna Fay
March 7, 2012
The beginning of the end

The beginning of the end

Brianna Fay
February 16, 2012
the Girl Scouts of the United States of America is an organization that 2.3 million girls are currently a part of.

The Girl Scouts of WHS

Brianna Fay
February 2, 2012
(Credit: Martin Narciso/WSPN)

A freshman’s guide to midterms

Brianna Fay
January 19, 2012
Students have mixed reactions to the new campus. (Credit: Sammy Keating/WSPN)

Compliments, comments and concerns about the new school

Brianna Fay
January 13, 2012
Sophomore Liam Fay with his bull's eye at the Klondike Derby Ax Throwing Competition (courtesy of Ron Hereema)

Fay achieves Eagle Scout rank

Brianna Fay
January 6, 2012
New technology will be present in every classroom in the new school. (Photo illustration: Harry Falber/WSPN)

For better or worse, new school is going digital

Brianna Fay
December 14, 2011
The door will be open to new traditions when students move into the new school. (Credit: Allison Wei/WSPN)

New school presents opportunity to reevaluate traditions

Brianna Fay
December 14, 2011
(Photo illustration: Evan Barber/WSPN)

Myths about new school debunked

Brianna Fay
December 14, 2011
Student Learning Centers (SLCs) in the new school offer freedom to students. (Credit: Caitlyn Pineault/WSPN)

Gaining a new school without compromising our freedom

Brianna Fay
December 14, 2011
It's time to start a homework revolution

It’s time to start a homework revolution

Brianna Fay
December 6, 2011
(Photo illustration: Brianna Fay/WSPN)

WHS says goodbye to the old school with lip dub

Brianna Fay
December 2, 2011
The college process can be overwhelming. Are stressed-out seniors paying the price? (Photo Illustration: Jake Adelman and Riley Starr/WSPN)

Stress management for high school seniors

Brianna Fay
December 1, 2011
Across the country, a dangerous amount of emphasis is placed on college admission, detracting from learning in high school. WHS could do more to combat this trend. Delaying the creation of Naviance accounts is a good place to start.

Success should be in the eye of the beholder

Brianna Fay
December 1, 2011
(Photo illustration: /WSPN)

Then and Now: How the college process has changed

Brianna Fay
December 1, 2011
(Credit: Alex Erdekian/WSPN)

Tracie Dunn looks to inspire young artists

Brianna Fay
November 21, 2011
(Photo illustration: Jake Adelman/WSPN)

Wayland based quartet hopes to spread power of music

Brianna Fay
November 16, 2011
PB & J club leaders (from left to right) Ksusha Ryabin, Alli Diamond and Laura Vancil recruited students to join their club during Club Fair last year. In years past, PB & J club only met during club block, but this year, they have had to find an alternative. (Credit: Riley Starr/WSPN)

Culture Committee cancels Club Days

Brianna Fay
November 16, 2011
(Credit: Whitney Halperin/WSPN)

Zhao tries her hand at painting

Brianna Fay
November 9, 2011
(Photo Illustration: Connie Yoon/WSPN)

Kiefer spreads bread in Astley’s honor

Brianna Fay
November 3, 2011
Tyler Perez: I really want to try to be a part of the community

Tyler Perez: I really want to try to be a part of the community

Brianna Fay
October 2, 2011
Wayland Middle School English teacher Stephanie Galvani's husband lost his fiancee in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. (Flickr user Victoria Pekham/CC)

Ten Years Later: How 9/11 changed Stephanie Galvani

Brianna Fay
September 9, 2011
Vida Secreta: Inside look into Spanish teacher's 'double life'

Vida Secreta: Inside look into Spanish teacher’s ‘double life’

Brianna Fay
June 11, 2010
Around campus, it's evident that Wayland students don't always get the 9.5 hours adolescents between the ages of 11 and 22 need. (Credit: Brianna Fay/WSPN)

Sleep deprivation damages student concentration

Brianna Fay
February 25, 2010
The T-Tones, Wayland High's all-male A Cappella group, competed (Credit: Melanie Wang/WSPN)

T-Tones win community service fair sing off

Brianna Fay
February 11, 2010
Health concerns plague Wayland Town Pool

Health concerns plague Wayland Town Pool

Brianna Fay
December 3, 2009
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