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Interim Superintendent Perry Graham announces the selection of current Concord Middle School Assistant Principal Tyler Steffey as interim WMS principal for the 2024-2025 school year.
Breaking News: WMS interim principal announced
Learn about the Wayland METCO program and three past METCO students experiences in Wayland Public Schools.
Wayland METCO program: Past students’ experiences
On Thursday, March 23 WHS principal Allyson Mizoguchi emailed WHS students and families to inform them that she has been named a finalist for the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School superintendent-principal position.
Breaking News: WHS principal Allyson Mizoguchi named a finalist for LSRHS superintendent position
Many Wayland High School juniors begin the college process by attending college tours. “There are little boxes I like to check at every school,” junior Ava Balukonis said. “I don’t know exactly what those boxes are until I go in person though, since all the schools are a bit different from each other.”
College touring: WHS juniors begin the college process
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of March 13 – FY24 budget, future of affirmative action and March Madness
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of March 13 – FY24 budget, future of affirmative action and March Madness
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of March 6 – chess at WHS, senior show rehearsals and electives for next year
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of February 27 – WSPN’s week of awards, School Committee meeting and girls swim success
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of February 13 – Mock Trial responds to “sexist” comments, Turkey-Syria earthquakes and behind the scenes of a capella
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of February 6 – Superintendent Omar Easy charges School Committee, Alberto Salazar and political realities of college
Weekly Breakdown Episode 66: Wayland Holiday Stroll and midpoint of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 66: Wayland Holiday Stroll and midpoint of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 65: The Seal of Biliteracy and toy drive
Weekly Breakdown Episode 65: The Seal of Biliteracy and toy drive
Weekly Breakdown Episode 64: Super Wednesday and SADD annual Dodgeball Tournament
Weekly Breakdown Episode 64: Super Wednesday and SADD annual Dodgeball Tournament
Weekly Breakdown Episode 63: Fall play and November art exhibit
Weekly Breakdown Episode 63: Fall play and November art exhibit
Weekly Breakdown Episode 62: End of quarter one and Masquerade Concert
Weekly Breakdown Episode 62: End of quarter one and Masquerade Concert
Former Wayland High School Principal Patrick Tutwiler becomes the new secretary of education of Massachusetts under Governor Maura Healey. I really want to be a partner to the people who are experiencing education at all levels, Tutwiler said.
Patrick Tutwiler: Striving to achieve education equity
A group of sophomores in the innovation camp present the website they created, The First Step. The innovation camp was held last summer at WHS. “I originally chose to do it because it sounded like a really interesting opportunity and it was similar to college summer programs, but it was offered for free, sophomore Samantha Lee said.
WHS students take the first step to raise mental illness awareness
At the beginning of the year, juniors Ayush Kumar, Hallie Luo, Andrew Fang and Zack Goldstein restarted Chess Club. “I think Chess Club has grown since the beginning of the year, and now that it is at lunch, anyone can come and play a game even if they arent a regular to the club,” junior and Chess Club co-leader Ayush Kumar said. “We welcome everyone.”
Checkmate: How chess has hit the jackpot at Wayland High School
From left to right freshman Julianna McDonald, junior Sophia Verma, freshman Marissa Mendoza and sophomores Melody and Marissa Wong stand together, each grabbing a piece of dough to mold. After senior Eileen Kaewapresert made the pasta dough, the rest of the students got to create the shapes of their choice. “At first, this was only a small group to bond with two special needs students, Melody and Marissa [Wong], because they already had an interest in cooking,” Kaewprasert said.
WHS students collaborate through Cooking Club
Anonymous-Ask panel in the spotlight during Winter Week
Anonymous-Ask panel in the spotlight during Winter Week
On Monday, March 20 the first day of spring sports at WHS began. Below is some information about every spring sport and what is to come for each team in the season ahead.
WHS spring sports preview
WSPNs Emily Roberge and Ryan Chase discuss Mikaela Shiffrins recent World Cup wins.
Mikaela Shiffrin claims her title as queen of the snow
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Wayland girls swim team poses after winning the Dual County League Championship on Sunday, Feb. 5. Girls swim ended the season with an undefeated record.
Wayland girls swim ends in splashing success
Senior and black team player Chris Merullo keeps the ball away from defenders and looks to pass to his teammates at an IBL game on Jan. 6.
IBL slam dunks the 2022-2023 season
The Wayland boys varsity soccer team celebrates its goal by running to the sidelines and embracing each other. The high intensity game went into overtime after a 2-2 tie, and it ultimately ended in a Wayland Warriors win of 3-2 against Somerville.
Game recap: Boys soccer scores a win against Somerville
The boys varsity soccer team faces Lincoln-Sudbury at home on Tuesday, Oct. 25. The game resulted in a draw, with the final score being 2-2. The team currently sits with a record of nine wins, five losses and three ties.
Game recap and gallery: Boys soccer ties with Lincoln-Sudbury
Senior Anjali Patel prepares to shoot a free throw. The entire game was full of fouls, leading to many opportunities. In the end, Wayland lost 41-28 against Bedford.
Game Recap: Wayland girls basketball loses home opener
The girls varsity soccer starters huddle together prior to the opening kickoff. They would play a hard fought game against Lincoln-Sudbury, but would fall short of the win.
Game Recap: Girls varsity soccer can’t complete comeback, lose in penalty kicks to Lincoln-Sudbury
Game Recap: Wayland football destroyed by Lincoln-Sudbury in domestic violence awareness game
Game Recap: Wayland football destroyed by Lincoln-Sudbury in domestic violence awareness game
Freshman Ella Getz drives to the basket after a pick set by senior captain Lila Powers. Getz proudly wears number 33, the number of her role model. My number is 33 and I take it from Katie Lou Samuelson, Getz said. She used to play for the University of Connecticut, and I love her.
Athlete of the month: Ella Getz
Sophomore Luke Chisum finishes first in the freshman three kilometer race at the DCL Championship Meet in 2021. This year, I want to get around 16:30 for a five [kilometer race], Chisum said.
Athlete of the Month: Luke Chisum
Sophomore Elena Mente prepares before pole vaulting for the Wayland high school track team. My favorite thing to do is pole vault, Mente said. I love getting to meet all new people from it.
Athlete of the Month: Elena Mente
Senior Quinn Gleason (front) rows in a double boat. Gleason rows for the Wayland-Weston crew team, and has committed to row for Bates College in the Class of 2026. I’m always trying to improve and get faster, Gleason said. Now that I’m going to Bates College I want to make sure that when I get there the next fall that I’m in shape and ready to go.
Athlete of the Month: Quinn Gleason
Senior Lucas Pralle emerges from the water to take a breath during his 100 meter butterfly event at states. Pralle came in first place at states in his event. It feels amazing to be a part of a team that has performed as well as we have, Pralle said. Everyone puts in the work in practice and our coaches work tirelessly to train and guide us to be the best swimmers we can be.
Athlete of the Month: Lucas Pralle
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: NBA Conference Finals
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: Downfall of the Red Sox
WSPNs Aditya Weling discusses professional leagues upcoming free agency period and goes into depth on certain NFL teams and what they are looking for as the start of the NFL season is just around the corner.
Warrior Weekly: NFL free agency
WSPNs Luke Caples highlights the three leaders in the NFL MVP race, with a couple familiar faces appearing.
Warrior Weekly: NFL MVP race
WSPNs Gabe Likerman discusses the three NFL teams who have the possibility of making a push into the NFL playoffs.
Warrior Weekly: NFL teams that can sneak into the playoffs
Social Connections: Wayland High School Students visit Happy Hollow
Social Connections: Wayland High School Students visit Happy Hollow
Senior Noah Malkin shakes hands with senior Grace Marto in the skit, Responsibility class. In the skit, Malkin played a student while Marto pretended to be a teacher.
The final act: Class of 2023’s Senior Show
(Left to right) juniors Talia Macchi and Dana Efrat, senior Nina Wilson and freshman Kenzie Macchi move in unison as they practice a jazz number. Window practices in the lecture hall, which is used as a study hall room during the day, and as a meeting space for staff and the Wayland School Committee.
Window Dance Ensemble lights up the lecture hall
The farmers market features an abundance of colorful vegetables, all locally harvested in the Massachusetts area.
A local gem: Wayland Winter Farmers’ Market
Senior Saniyyah Phillips dribbles the ball up to the three-point line. Phillips and senior captain Lila Powers were both named Dual County League All-Stars.
Girls basketball sinks the shot against Masconomet Regional
Senior Saniyyah Phillips dribbles the ball up to the three-point line. Phillips and senior captain Lila Powers were both named Dual County League All-Stars.
Girls basketball sinks the shot against Masconomet Regional
Senior Eric Hiebert guards his man during a Wayland defensive play while the fan section cheers behind him. I wasnt expecting that many people in the crowd there on senior night, Hiebert said. It was really exciting to see all the people come out. Weve had a bit of a tough start to the season, and then more recently we started winning games, so senior night was kind of like a culmination of all the hard work that weve been working for the entire season.
Boys basketball celebrates senior night
Freshman Anishka Trehan swims the 100 yard butterfly event. A swimmer is limited to two individual events and two relays per meet.
Swim and dive flips into success against Bedford
Freshman Sarah Powers points towards the basket. Powers is one of two freshmen on the varsity team.
Girls basketball steals a win from Concord Carlisle
Sophomore Michael Keenan stretches his leg out to escape his opponent. An escape is worth two points.
Wrestling hits the mat in a quad meet
Seniors Austin Russell and Katie Schouten, along with their freshmen siblings, Eliza Russell and Ben Schouten, recently created a band together. They call themselves, The Shouting Rustlers and hope to perform gigs in the area.
“The Shouting Rustlers:” A student-made band
Join reporters Misha Lee and Melina Barris as they share their favorite trending accessories.
Top trending accessories
Crossword: Saint Patricks Day
Crossword: Saint Patrick’s Day
WSPNs Deirdre Brown discusses Morgan Wallens latest album, One Thing at a Time.”
Album review: “One Thing at a Time”
Join reporter Kris Poole-Evans in a review of the new K-Pop band, NewJeans. NewJeans debuted on July 22, 2022, with their four-track extended play, New Jeans. Since then, the group has put out two singles, Ditto and OMG. Since its debut, the five-member group has been breaking records and consistently making headlines.
Who is NewJeans?
The image above is a piece sophomore Eunjee Kang created for her Art 1 class. I made this during our first Art 1 project: Self-Portrait in Objects: Origami Book, Kang said. I drew some objects I favored or objects I thought represented me using colored pencils.
October Artist of the Month: Eunjee Kang
The image above is Junior Rachel Yans latest piece, a charcoal still life. Rachels piece is based on a bust statue in Ms. Latimers art room, something that students often use as a reference.The still life process is fun, its a lot of experimentation and trial and error, Yan says.
May’s Artist of the Month: Rachel Yan
In this piece, senior Skylar Gould showcases a step-by-step from when she wakes up to when she leaves for school. Goulds inspiration for this piece was her own morning routine.
Artist of the Month: Skylar Gould
Below is an artistic profile of junior Rachel Yan, the latest to be spotlighted in Artist of the Month.
Artist of the Month: Kaya Oleson
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Fashionistas of the Month: Katie Schouten and Jack McCahan
Fashionistas of the Month: Katie Schouten and Jack McCahan
Fashionistas of the Month: Lilly O’Driscoll and Jett Peter
Fashionistas of the Month: Lilly O’Driscoll and Jett Peter
The Fashionistas of the Month are seniors Ryan MacDonald and Sofia Barris. They both encourage others to use fashion as a way to express themselves.
Fashionistas of the Month: Ryan MacDonald and Sofia Barris
Junior Ava Tang dresses in New Balance, Levis and thrifted clothing. Tangs favorite piece of clothing to dress in are sweaters. I think there [are] a lot of different patterns you can find or different bright colors with different fabrics and stuff,” Tang said
Ava Tang
Junior Sarah Davis dresses in Brandy Melville, Nike and thrifted clothing. However, Daviss favorite store is Urban Outfitters. They have a lot of different kind of clothes in my opinion, just a good mixture,” Davis said.
Sarah Davis
WSPNs Talia Macchi discusses the controversy behind some of Dr. Seusss most treasured books.
Opinion: The unbroken legacy of Dr. Seuss
In this installment of Trending on Tennis, WSPN’s Jeffery Zhang reports on Novak Djokovic’s vaccination saga.
Trending on Tennis: Novak Djokovic’s vaccination saga
Join WSPNs Kris Poole-Evans as they discuss the pros and cons of drinking coffee as a high schooler.
Opinion: Coffee is a high school student’s kryptonite
WSPNs Delia Caulfield discusses the controversy surrounding the Miss Universe organization.
Opinion: Miss Universe falls short in many categories
WSPNs Emily Roberge and Ryan Chase discuss Mikaela Shiffrins recent World Cup wins.
Mikaela Shiffrin claims her title as queen of the snow
WSPNs Editorial Board discusses the impact of last months racist graffiti found at WHS and its impact on the community.
Editorial: Speak out against racism in Wayland
Editorial: Weighted GPAs need to stay
Editorial: Weighted GPAs need to stay
Editorial: WSPN stands with Parkland students
Editorial: WSPN stands with Parkland students
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang discusses the importance of food to his family.
ABC: The language of food
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang addresses the rise in attacks on Asians and the importance of continuing to talk about the unjust treatment towards Asians.
ABC: An American just like you
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about the struggles of being an average Asian.
ABC: An average Asian
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about Chinese school and his regrets about quitting.
ABC: Why I should’ve stuck with Chinese school
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about what its like having two names and what a name means to him.
ABC: What’s my name?
Cartoon: End-of-year stress
Cartoon: End-of-year stress
Cartoon: Cant Escape
Cartoon: Can’t Escape
Cartoon: More Positive Cases
Cartoon: More Positive Cases
Cartoon: Not a Moments Peace
Cartoon: Not a Moment’s Peace
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Road to Houston: Round 1
Zoe Garcia: Going viral
Zoe Garcia: Going viral
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 12: B Sisters Cafe
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 12: B Sisters Cafe
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 11: Tatte
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 11: Tatte
WHS Super Bowl predictions
WHS Super Bowl predictions
The Road to Houston: Round 1
The Road to Houston: Round 1
WHS Super Bowl predictions
WHS Super Bowl predictions
Wayland girls varsity basketball defeats Shrewsbury in their home opener (highlights)
Wayland girls varsity basketball defeats Shrewsbury in their home opener (highlights)
Pickleball Micd Up
Pickleball Mic’d Up
Wayland Sports Chat: S4E6
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Charlotte Thirman

Charlotte Thirman, Co-Multimedia Editor

Charlotte Thirman, Class of 2023, is a third year reporter for WSPN and co-editor of multimedia. She plays on the school’s field hockey team. Outside of school, she enjoys watching movies, taking photos, and listening to music.

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All content by Charlotte Thirman

Tri-M Honor Society steals the spotlight

Charlotte Thirman and Carolina Sdoia
February 8, 2023
International desserts and treats line the counter of the Wayland Mini Market. Mousa gets them delivered from a bakery in Michigan.

Humble but historic: Wayland Mini Market

January 27, 2023
Join WSPNs Co-Editor-in-Chief Genevieve Morrison and Co-Multimedia Editor Charlotte Thirman in a review of their top 10 movies of 2022.

Top 10 movies of 2022

Genevieve Morrison and Charlotte Thirman
January 26, 2023
How are underclassmen feeling about midterms

[Photo] Making midterms manageable: Advice from WHS students and teachers

January 24, 2023
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[Photo] WHS athletes progress onto the college stage

January 20, 2023
WHS’s Green Team holds a protest before school to get the water turned back on at the school on Friday, Oct. 29, 2022. Due to PFAS levels in the town water, the school turned off the running water last year and since then has been supplying plastic water bottles. The Green Team asked students to sign a petition urging administration to turn the water back on and end the supply of plastic water bottles.

[Photo] WSPN’s photos of 2022

January 13, 2023
Elementary schoolers stand on the curb with signs and chant to the drivers. A parent organized a chant among the children.

Love not hate demonstration outside of Wayland High School

Charlotte Thirman, Katya Luzarraga, Emily Roberge, Nadya Chase, and Aimee Smith
December 22, 2022
Wayland community members gather along Old Connecticut Path in front of the entrance to Wayland High School. Demonstrators voiced their support of Superintendent Omar Easy following the racist graffiti targeted towards him.

[Photo] Love not hate: Wayland residents rally against racism towards Superintendent Easy

December 22, 2022
As its still early on in the year, Curtin, has only added two pieces to her portfolio. Ive only added portraits so far, Curtin said.

The artistic process: Bryn Curtin

Charlotte Thirman
December 7, 2022
The big game: Powderpuff 2022

The big game: Powderpuff 2022

Olivia Tawakol, Charlotte Thirman, Genevieve Morrison, and Sasha Libenzon
December 1, 2022

Powderpuff highlights

Olivia Tawakol, Charlotte Thirman, and Genevieve Morrison
December 1, 2022
Senior Samantha Tyska practices a play where senior quarterback Lucy Grasso hands the ball off to her. Tyska rehearses maneuvering around players while holding the ball.

Powderpuff prep

Charlotte Thirman
December 1, 2022
The WHS powderpuff tradition has been under scrutiny by administration. If there were a way for us to make this a fully safe event that celebrated our students and brought our communities together, then the school would sanction it, Principal Allyson Mizoguchi said. We just have not been successful at doing that.

[Photo] Powderpuff: Past, present and future

November 23, 2022

Wayland cheer team radiates in the rain

Olivia Tawakol and Charlotte Thirman
November 21, 2022
Powderpuff players and coaches gather for a meeting to discuss the cancellation of the turf reservation. I think that its really unfair, senior player Ashley Rice said.

[Photo] Breaking News: Powderpuff field reservation canceled

November 18, 2022
Junior Xande Santos sprints with the ball, attempting to keep it in control. Santos scored the game winning goal during overtime. It felt amazing to score the first [goal] and the overtime winning goal, Santos said. The energy from the fans and the team was electric. I think we played very well and dominated the first half for sure. I’m excited to play our next game against Marlborough because we have a lot of potential.

Boys soccer dribbles a win around Somerville

Charlotte Thirman and Sasha Libenzon
November 16, 2022
The Wayland boys varsity soccer team celebrates its goal by running to the sidelines and embracing each other. The high intensity game went into overtime after a 2-2 tie, and it ultimately ended in a Wayland Warriors win of 3-2 against Somerville.

[Photo] Game recap: Boys soccer scores a win against Somerville

November 10, 2022
A group of sophomores gather together to dance in a circle. Wellness teacher John Berry, who was a DJ for the event, played well-known songs like Poker Face by Lady Gaga.

Class of 2025 dances the night away at semi

Charlotte Thirman, Emily Roberge, and Genevieve Morrison
November 8, 2022

Meet the sophomores at semi

Genevieve Morrison, Emily Roberge, and Charlotte Thirman
November 7, 2022
On Friday, Sept. 29, WHS’s Green Team held a protest before school to get the water turned back on at the school. Due to PFAS levels in the town water, the school turned off the running water last year and since then, have been supplying plastic water bottles. The Green Team have taken issue with the amount of plastic waste coming from the school. They asked students to sign a petition urging administration to turn the water back on and end the supply of plastic water bottles.

[Photo] Green team protests plastic water bottle distribution

November 2, 2022
Students sing and dance to a song during their sophomore semi-formal. Every year, the sophomore class gets a semi-formal dance. This is one out of two dances that students have throughout their high school careers. The other dance is prom, which happens every junior year of high school. But what about other dances like homecoming? Why doesn’t Wayland have a homecoming dance?

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The Queen of England along with her two Beefeater guards take a quick break from the cameras and crowd during the Monster Mash. As soon as seniors (from left to right) Lucy Grasso, Tess Alongi and Lila Powers came up with the idea, it was obvious who was the Queen. I felt like I embodied the role, Grasso said.

[Photo] WHS celebrates Halloween 2022

October 31, 2022
Mrs. Cowell, who teaches chemistry and forensics at WHS, tests her lab equipment while her class watches a film. Her forensics students were learning about the murders of Dawn Ashworth and Lynda Mann and how their cases were solved using DNA testing.

Just a Monday at WHS!

Charlotte Thirman and Sophia Oppenheim
October 27, 2022
WSPNs Charlotte Thirman and Sophia Oppenheim polled WHS students about parking passes.

WHS parking pass problems

Sophia Oppenheim and Charlotte Thirman
October 12, 2022
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