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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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Window Dance Ensemble flash mobs the Commons

Window Dance Ensemble flash mobs the Commons

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May 9, 2012
The Warriors in a pre-game huddle with Coach Cincotta. (Credit: Jake Adelman/WSPN)

Warriors struggle to throw off King Phillip

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September 13, 2010
Spring Outdoor A Cappella Concert (Audio Slideshow)

Spring Outdoor A Cappella Concert (Audio Slideshow)

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June 2, 2010
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Mock Car Crash (Audio Slideshow)

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May 23, 2010
Wayland students in Portland, Oregon shortly after receiving the Pacemaker Award and Best in Show from the National Scholastic Press Association. (From left to right: Brianna Fay, Matthew Gutschenritter, advisor Janet Karman, David Ryan, Andrew Herstine) (Courtesy Photo: Bill Ryan)

Student journalists receive top honors

Evan Barber
April 28, 2010
The DCL, including Wayland, decided to boycott the 2010 football seas

2010 football season canceled

Evan Barber
April 1, 2010
Warriors dominate in the pool at states and sectionals (20 Photos)

Warriors dominate in the pool at states and sectionals (20 Photos)

Evan Barber
February 25, 2010
Winter Week: T-Tones, Ms. Nowak, and Ms. Rainoff perform

Winter Week: T-Tones, Ms. Nowak, and Ms. Rainoff perform

Evan Barber
February 10, 2010
Winter Week: Sound Sedation Highlights

Winter Week: Sound Sedation Highlights

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February 10, 2010
Winter Week: "The Batman Song" - Sound Sedation

Winter Week: “The Batman Song” – Sound Sedation

Evan Barber
February 10, 2010
Winter Week: A Cappella Highlights

Winter Week: A Cappella Highlights

Evan Barber
February 3, 2010
Senior captain Peter Sullivan scored two goals in Wayland's 5-2 win against Tyngsborough. (Credit: Riley Starr/WSPN)

Hockey takes home its first win of the season

Evan Barber
December 21, 2009
Register leads Warriors to 0-0 tie

Register leads Warriors to 0-0 tie

Evan Barber
December 18, 2009
Last year's Wayland boys after winning the state championship. (Credit: The Becker Family)

Winter sports preview

Evan Barber
December 11, 2009

An Evening with Emily Osment

Evan Barber
December 8, 2009
Rules in many sports often put players at unnecessary risk for brain injury or a concussion. (Credit: CC Patrick J. Lynch)

Using your head: the dangers of concussions and brain injuries

Evan Barber
December 4, 2009
Dodgeball Tournament '09

Dodgeball Tournament ’09

Evan Barber
December 2, 2009
Highlights from the 2009 Masquerade Concert

Highlights from the 2009 Masquerade Concert

Evan Barber
November 5, 2009
Miles leads Warriors within yards of comeback

Miles leads Warriors within yards of comeback

Evan Barber
October 4, 2009
Feature: 100 Years of Warrior Football

Feature: 100 Years of Warrior Football

Evan Barber
October 1, 2009
Football home opener set for tonight

Football home opener set for tonight

Evan Barber
September 17, 2009

2012 presidential candidates sound off on hopes, goals

Evan Barber
May 13, 2009

Wayland-Bedford LAX Highlights

Evan Barber
April 29, 2009
Student-run computer classes help townspeople

Student-run computer classes help townspeople

Evan Barber
April 8, 2009

Brown scores 1,000th as Warriors fall to Watertown

Evan Barber
March 5, 2009

Hockey clinches playoffs, sends four to all-star game

Evan Barber
February 24, 2009
Wayland Hockey three points closer to tournament

Wayland Hockey three points closer to tournament

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February 13, 2009

Hockey knocks off Bedford after a controversial call

Evan Barber
January 13, 2009
Warriors hockey falls short to Concord Carlisle

Warriors hockey falls short to Concord Carlisle

Evan Barber
December 16, 2008
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