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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
ICYMI: Nov. 11 - Sophomore semi-formal, boys varsity football and soccer score wins
ICYMI: Nov. 11 – Sophomore semi-formal, boys varsity football and soccer score wins
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Marissa Mendoza summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN article.
ICYMI: Nov. 4 – David Fleishman, election live updates and progressive dinner
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
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein's conviction overturned
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction overturned
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
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
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
A Wayland resident's home was reported with smoke at approximately 12:25 p.m., today, Oct. 30.
Breaking News: House on fire behind the middle school
The Kicks for Cancer game has been moved back to Concord-Carlisle High School. "For me, its been super important because I get to play with my grandma’s name on my back," senior Alex Crawford said. "All the other boys get to play with someone who is related to them, who has experience cancer."
Breaking news: Annual Kicks for Cancer game moved back to Concord after reduced risk of EEE
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
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
News Brief: Freshman election results
News Brief: Freshman election results
On Sunday, Oct. 6, the Eliza J. Norton Foundation will be hosting the Celebrate with Heart Community Festival from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m at Cochituate Ball Field.
News Brief: Eliza J. Norton Celebrate with Heart Community Festival
WSPN's Fiona Peltonen, Alex Evangelista and Jessie Dretler unwrap the story behind a chocolate factory in Sudbury. When you enter the store, the mural of the Sky Bar can be seen painted on the walls. When the original owners of Sky Bar went out of business, the Mawhinneys took over the product and the Sky Bar come back began. “I don't know any other food item that is so beloved,” L. Mawhinney said.
The Sky Bar comeback: How one family revived a classic candy
LRT has changed this year and is different than it was in the past. Instead of being like a study hall, LRT is more like an academic class. “There is a new lesson based system starting this year,” sophomore Frankie Zilembo said.
Navigating the shift: Changes in the LRT system
Join WSPN’s reporters Jessi Dretler and Jillian Mele as they preview the business CrossFit TILT.
Building community through fitness: The story of CrossFit TILT
The Human Relation Service (HRS) is a non-profit therapy organization that offers their services to Weston, Wayland and Wellesley. “It's a very unique thing to have an agency like HRS supporting three communities,” HRS Director of Development Donna Portesky said.
The Human Relations Service: Making mental health treatment more accessible
Zoe Garcia poses with one of her new hoodies. Garcia started Blondi during March of 2024.
Zoe Garcia: A teen building a business
In the 14th edition of WSPN goes clubbing, WSPN’s Annika Martins and Jenny Shine interview senior Badminton Club leader Annabelle Zhang.
WSPN goes Clubbing: Badminton Club
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Red Cross Cub Leaders Manahil Faisal and Lilian Amer.
WSPN goes clubbing: Red Cross Club
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) leader Anshuman Parulekar.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Future Business Leaders of America
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins and WSPN's Jenny Shine as they interview Water Warriors co-leader Zach Rainville.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Water Warriors
Join Guest Writer Joey Fay as he interviews Student Advocacy Committee leader Zack Goldstein.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Student Advocacy Committee
Join WSPN’s reporters Jessi Dretler and Jillian Mele as they preview the business CrossFit TILT.
Building community through fitness: The story of CrossFit TILT
Zoe Garcia poses with one of her new hoodies. Garcia started Blondi during March of 2024.
Zoe Garcia: A teen building a business
WSPN's Bowen Morrison highlights new Wayland-Weston crew coach Beatrice Sims.
Wayland-Weston Rowing Association welcomes its new program director
Reporters Melina Barris and Emma Zocco learn more about Ryan McCormack’s small businesses.
Ryan McCormack: Mastering entrepreneurial success one haircut at a time
Zippity-Do-Dog is a hot dog stand that was founded in 2007. This food trolley is currently under the ownership of Roland Houle. It is located on Speen Street in Framingham, Massachusetts. “I took over the stand and have been running the stand since 2019,” Houle said. “I enjoy making hot dogs and providing a quick and easy meal for people on the go.” Houle, working through COVID, made an impact on the Framingham community with his outdoor trolley.
Zippity Do Dog: Beyond the bun
WHS guidance counselor Jim Girard is now coaching Wayland football after stepping down from being Lincoln Sudbury's head coach. “I stepped down as the head coach at LS following the 2023 season so that I could spend more time with and care for my ailing parents who live out of state,” Girard said.
Jim Girard: From enemy lines to home turf
Three Wayland High School (WHS) teams are still in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association playoffs. On Nov. 6, the girls volleyball team swept Greater New Bedford 3-0 and are now in the Elite 8 and hosting Bishop Fenwick on Friday Nov. 8. Boys soccer is playing Marblehead at the WHS turf on Nov. 7. Football is playing no.7 Burlington on Friday Nov. 8 away.
Sports update: Fall playoffs 2024
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
Wayland High School Class of 2019 alum Devin Wong is the new assistant coach of Harvard University Nordic Ski Team. "I’m excited to be a part of a new team and coaching staff am motivated to learn from [head coach] Cate Brams and grow as a coach and wax tech," Wong said.
WHS alum Devin Wong skis into coaching position at Harvard University
As the WHS field hockey team wraps up the 2024 season, WSPN recognizes the entirely new coaching staff.
A new era begins: Field hockey’s new coaching staff
A Marblehead defender crashes into senior captain Lucas Yemin. Yemin plays for the club team Real Boston FC during the off-season.
Boys soccer scores a win in overtime against Marblehead
The captains from both Wayland and Westfield come together at the center of the field for a coin toss to determine who will start with the ball in overtime.
Girls soccer loses the battle to Westfield in double overtime
After the game concludes, head coach Scott Parseghian congratulates the players and awards the "Gladiator Helmet" to senior captain Owen Finnegan. "These seniors have been in our program for five years so it is going to feel strange without them next year in our program," Parseghian said. "Along with some great memories of playing football, we have also had some great laughs and a lot of fun with these seniors. They set a high standard for everyone that is coming up in the Wayland football program."
The Warriors prevail over Newton-South on senior night
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
The rowers in the boys first varsity eight boat finish their last set of the workout before cooling down. In the fall, crew races are typically five kilometers long, while in the spring, races are two kilometers long.
Wayland-Weston crew team rows towards Head Of The Fish Regatta
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 Jayden Taylor & Ravi Kapadia discuss who is the better athlete between Lebron James and Michael Jordan.
Opinion: Lebron or Jordan for the matchup of greatness?
WSPN's Chloe Zilembo gives her opinion on Erin Matson's impact on both field hockey and women's sports.
Erin Matson: Bringing field hockey and women’s sports to center stage
WSPN's Olivia Green reflects on the negative effects of pop culture figures in politics.
Opinion: Bringing in pop culture figures to political rallies is problematic
Join WSPN’s Jane Tardif and Jillian Mele as they talk about the importance of having strong youth sports programs.
Opinion: Youth sports programs benefit high school teams
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang weighs in on expectations and the idea of letting people down.
The weight of expectations: Letting go and letting down
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
WSPN's Bella Schreiber discusses the financial strain of applying to college.
Opinion: The cost of college applications is too much
Senior and November Artist of the Month John Chausse used his artistic ability to create this drawing of a car. This is one of Chausse's favorite creations.
Artist of the Month: John Chausse
Tyler, The Creator released his new album “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is based off of Chroma the Great from the novel “The Phantom Tollbooth” written by Norton Juster.
“Chromakopia”: A chronicle of self-discovery
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."
Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season
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
While poet, book writer and musician Charles Coe reads a poem, he briefly looks up from his book to survey the crowd. Join Co-Multimedia Editor Sofia Ciciarelli as she covers the impact of Coe's poetry, the significance of Arts Wayland for the community and the response of the residents of Wayland after hearing Coe's poetry.
Charles Coe: Impacting Wayland through poetry
Join WSPN's Elyssa Grillo and Mischa Lee in an analysis of the new and recurring fall trends for 2024, and the best way to wear these items.
Top fashion trends for fall 2024
Old Money is an aesthetic that has always been popular, however it has really taken over the internet these past few years.
Old Money: An old style resurfaced
Here are some costume ideas to make your Halloween fun, chic and unique.
Halloween costume ideas
A guide to new trends and traditional fashion for men this fall.
Top mens fall fashion trends
Join WSPN reporter Melina Barris as she discusses store options to find the perfect dress for Homecoming
Trying to find the perfect dress for Homecoming? Look no further
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Fall
Crossword: Fall
Back to school crossword
Back to school crossword
Celebrate April with WSPN's Talia and Makenzie Macchi's crossword.
Crossword: April
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Tyler, The Creator released his new album “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is based off of Chroma the Great from the novel “The Phantom Tollbooth” written by Norton Juster.
“Chromakopia”: A chronicle of self-discovery
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."
Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season
Join WSPN’s Carolina Sdoia as she reviews the new series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez story.”
Bloodlines and betrayal: The Menendez brothers in ‘Monsters’
"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" continues the story of the classic halloween movie, "Beetlejuice" in which the main character, Lydia Deetz, is all grown up, but the same ghost is around to haunt and pester her decades later. This sequel not only adds to the spooky tale, but has exhilarated in its bizarre characters, plot points and special effects.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: Double the madness
Join WSPN reporter Jillian Mele as she reviews Tate McRae's latest new single, "It's ok I'm ok."
Tate McRae drops another hit: “It’s ok I’m ok”
WSPN's Fiona Peltonen, Alex Evangelista and Jessie Dretler unwrap the story behind a chocolate factory in Sudbury. When you enter the store, the mural of the Sky Bar can be seen painted on the walls. When the original owners of Sky Bar went out of business, the Mawhinneys took over the product and the Sky Bar come back began. “I don't know any other food item that is so beloved,” L. Mawhinney said.
The Sky Bar comeback: How one family revived a classic candy
Sophomores Max Berkowitz (left) and Noah Horne (right) clap their hands together as they dance to the music playing.
Class of 2027 attends semi-formal dance
Junior Kordell Shouder and senior Jaden Kaufman yell in excitement as junior Michael Caulfield receives the 'Gladiator Helmet' represented to Wayland's player of the game, chosen by head coach Scott Parseghian after each game.
Football shuts down Burlington in first round of playoffs
A Marblehead defender crashes into senior captain Lucas Yemin. Yemin plays for the club team Real Boston FC during the off-season.
Boys soccer scores a win in overtime against Marblehead
The captains from both Wayland and Westfield come together at the center of the field for a coin toss to determine who will start with the ball in overtime.
Girls soccer loses the battle to Westfield in double overtime
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
Join Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they learn more about the Connect Program and innovation courses with special education teacher Jeff Blue and innovation teacher teacher Hayes.
Eye-catching classes: The Connect Program and innovation courses
Join WSPN's Tina Su, Kally Proctor and Emma Zocco as they spotlight the WHS Genius Bar.
The works of the WHS Genius Bar
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
WPS's annual Band Fest
WPS’s annual Band Fest
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
Field Hockey Family: Sisters on the same sports team
Field Hockey Family: Sisters on the same sports team
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Join Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler and Ben Jackson for this weeks updates.
Weekly Breakdown Episode 95: Picture day make up’s and voting registration
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza
The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza
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Kate Balicki

Kate Balicki, Multimedia Editor

Kate Balicki, class of 2019, is in her third year of journalism. She is a multimedia editor this year. Outside of class, she enjoys playing basketball and lacrosse and spending time with her friends and family.

Contact: [email protected]

All content by Kate Balicki
With prom just around the corner, the class of 2021's eboard has planned most of prom already. The officers and members of eboard that have worked so diligently are in the home stretch before students hit the orange carpet on May 16th. “We’ve gotten a lot of input from a lot of the people in our class, so from here on out I am just excited to see everybody have a good time for our prom,” said 2021 class president, Sam Goldstone.

Annual staff photo for the WSPN staff for the 2018-19 school year. Take a look at some of the best work from throughout the year with our year-in-review.

[Photo] Year in Review: 2018-19

Caitlin Newton and Julia Callini
June 21, 2019

A cappella groups cap off year (video)

Kate Balicki and Eden Vanslette
April 30, 2019
From left to right: Jones, WayCam Executive Director and teacher of Script to Screen, Jim Mullane, Pilkington, Francis and sophomore Liam Duffy gather in front of a sign that is used in the movie.

‘The Homecoming’ is filmed at WHS (11 photos)

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
April 4, 2019

St. Patrick’s Day Traditions at WHS (video)

Kate Balicki, Carly Camphausen, Caroline Lampert, and Adam Welcher
March 17, 2019
Will Ruland swings a kettlebell over his head as he begins his workout. Ruland spent a portion of his fall lifting in the weight room for football.

Freshman Wellness class focuses on proper form (13 photos)

Kate Balicki and Hannah Rice
March 13, 2019
History department head Kevin Delaney prepares for class at his desk. Delaney's upbringing largely contributed to his passion for history. “I've always liked working with young people,” Delaney said.

Who is Mr. Delaney?

Kate Balicki, Hailey Robinson, and Josh Schreiber
February 25, 2019
Meet Mr. Delaney

Meet Mr. Delaney

Kate Balicki, Hailey Robinson, and Josh Schreiber
February 25, 2019

A Day in the Life of Mr. Delaney (video)

Kate Balicki, Hailey Robinson, and Josh Schreiber
February 25, 2019
Seniors Jake Tyska and Jack Dretler study for an anatomy test on special senses. Tyska is currently studying the eyeball on a new app called "Visual Body" which is used to help students understand the anatomy and physiology of the human body.

Friday at WHS (15 photos)

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
January 29, 2019
Senior goalie Nick Smith stands on the goal line and surveys the field before him. This season, Smith helped lead his team to win the Division 3 State Championship. "Everything came down to that moment," Smith said.

Nick Smith: You have to know that you’re going to make a save

Kate Balicki
December 5, 2018
From Greece to Indonesia, graduates from the Class of 2018 Chris Balicki and Kara Whitesell are taking classes and volunteering instead of heading down the traditional path.

Graduates study, work abroad

Kate Balicki and Eden Vanslette
November 28, 2018
Chris Balicki is spending his first semester abroad in Thessaloniki, Greece. “I love the idea of learning about and experiencing different cultures and attempting to immerse [myself] in another person’s way of life. It was a no brainer," Balicki said.

Chris Balicki: Studying abroad in Greece was a no-brainer

Kate Balicki
November 28, 2018

WHS’ fashion runway (video)

Eden Vanslette and Kate Balicki
November 6, 2018
Pam's Run 2018 (210 photos)

Pam’s Run 2018 (210 photos)

Kate Balicki, Hannah Rice, and Caitlin Newton
October 28, 2018
Semi 2018 (250 photos)

Semi 2018 (250 photos)

Kate Balicki, Andrew Mitty, Willie Roberts, Michael German, and Hannah Rice
October 25, 2018
Carmichael's mother congratulates him after Wayland's win.

Football outplays Bedford on senior night (47 photos)

Eden Vanslette, Kate Balicki, Hannah Rice, Josh Schreiber, and Alex Janoff
October 21, 2018
The ref dodges the player with the ball as he falls to the ground.

Boys’ football defeats Boston Latin (21 photos)

Kate Balicki, Eden Vanslette, Carly Camphausen, and Julia Callini
September 30, 2018
Perryman advances down the field.

Girls’ field hockey falls to Weston (40 photos)

Kate Balicki
September 28, 2018
Roberts and Koechling pose for a photo.

Photo of the Week

Kate Balicki
September 23, 2018
Coach Murtaugh celebrates a good play as he runs to gather his players.

Boys’ football defeats Lynnfield (36 photos)

Kate Balicki and Eden Vanslette
September 23, 2018

Students speak about first week of school (video)

Kate Balicki, Carly Camphausen, Caroline Lampert, and Eden Vanslette
September 22, 2018
Junior Julia Callini visted Reykjavik, Iceland, where she saw the sculpture "The Sun Voyager." The sculpture symbolizes a dream of hope, progress and freedom.

WSPN’s Summer Snapshot (26 photos)

Eden Vanslette and Kate Balicki
September 5, 2018
Graduation 2018 (113 photos)

Graduation 2018 (113 photos)

Caroline Lampert, Carly Camphausen, Kate Balicki, Andrew D'Amico, Eden Vanslette, and Nicole Erdekian
June 14, 2018

Graduation 2018 (video)

Eden Vanslette and Kate Balicki
June 14, 2018
The girls smile after their final performance.

Window Dance Ensemble performs in annual show (34 photos)

Kate Balicki, Meredith Prince, Caroline Lampert, and Carly Camphausen
May 24, 2018
The group members reach out towards side stage.

Window Dance Ensemble performs annual show

Hannah Rice, Kate Balicki, Meredith Prince, Caroline Lampert, and Carly Camphausen
May 24, 2018
Gitten, Stephenson, Manny Oliver and Gandhi pose for a photo.

Seniors attend annual Progressive Dinner (59 photos)

Kate Balicki and Emma Diianni
May 23, 2018

What’s in the box? (video)

Kate Balicki, Carly Camphausen, and Lilly Stoller
May 18, 2018
Travis celebrates after he scores a goal.

Boys’ lacrosse falls to Acton-Boxborough (36 photos)

Kate Balicki, Carly Camphausen, and Caroline Lampert
May 6, 2018
Quiz: How well do you know Mr. Dumais?

Quiz: How well do you know Mr. Dumais?

Kate Balicki
April 24, 2018
The girls reach up at the end of their dance.

Senior Show 2018 (photo/video)

Kate Balicki, Hannah Rice, Julia Callini, and Teresa Hank Gomez
March 28, 2018

Senior Show 2018 (video)

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
March 28, 2018
A student compares their GPA to a national table for Harvard University. WPS' School Committee voted Monday night to get rid of weighted GPA. It will take effect for the Class of 2022.

UPDATED: School Committee unanimously votes to remove weighted GPA from WHS

Nathan Zhao, Hannah Rice, and Kate Balicki
March 26, 2018

Wayland High School compliments (video)

Kate Balicki and Nicole Erdekian
March 26, 2018
Seniors Kyle Camphausen and Marco Melero pose for a picture.

Students perform in Spring String Jam (38 photos)

Kate Balicki, Jay Abdella, and Emma Diianni
March 13, 2018
Photo of the Week

Photo of the Week

Kate Balicki
March 2, 2018

Meet Mr. Dumais (video)

Kate Balicki and Tamira English
February 15, 2018

Following boys’ soccer through playoffs (video)

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
January 11, 2018
Photo of the Week: Senior Joey Lydon hits the ground as teammate senior Ian Reilly (#2) celebrates behind him.

Photo of the Week

Kate Balicki
December 2, 2017
The Warriors run onto the field at the beginning of the game.

Wayland defeats Weston in the annual Thanksgiving Day football game (38 photos)

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
November 28, 2017
The team poses for a picture after its victory.

Senior girls defeat Weston in annual powder puff game (42 photos)

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
November 27, 2017

[Video] Boys’ soccer defeats Weston in D3 North Sectional Quarterfinals (video)

Hailey Robinson and Amira English
November 8, 2017
Jones dribbles the ball through the opposing team.

Boys’ soccer falls to Weston (25 photos)

Kate Balicki, Remmi Shaw, and Haley Rice
October 30, 2017
Boys' varsity football defeats Concord-Carlisle on senior night (45 photos)

Boys’ varsity football defeats Concord-Carlisle on senior night (45 photos)

Kate Balicki, Eden Vanslette, Haley Rice, and Dale Lippincott
October 19, 2017
The team gathers on the field in anticipation for the game to begin.

Girls’ soccer team falls to Westford Academy (48 photos)

Kate Balicki, Masha Yakhind, and Caroline Lampert
October 10, 2017
Sophomore Kayla Poulsen falls as she kicks the ball out of the defensive end.

Photo of the Week

Kate Balicki
October 9, 2017

Meet the Freshman "17 from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

Meet the Freshmen: Class of 2021 (video)

Duncan Stephenson, Andrew D'Amico, Isabel Gitten, Hannah Rice, and Kate Balicki
October 1, 2017
Following their state championship season a year ago, the Wayand boys' soccer team is currently ranked #2 in the state by the Boston Globe. But, the Warriors' road to a repeat won't be easy. "There will be no easy games in the DCL Small. It’s the same with the rest of the DCL. We’re in the best league in the state, so every game is very important," head coach David Gavron said.

[Photo] Boys’ soccer team off to promising start

Duncan Stephenson
September 27, 2017
Photo of the Week

Photo of the Week

Kate Balicki
September 25, 2017
The boys' soccer team stands in memory of Cameron Tredgett at their game on Saturday night.

Boys’ soccer defeats Cambridge Rindge & Latin School (35 photos)

Hannah Rice, Kate Balicki, and Nicole Erdekian
September 22, 2017

Students speak about first day of school (video)

Kate Balicki, Eden Vanslette, Hannah Rice, and Abby Mitty
September 15, 2017

English Teacher and Journalism Advisor Janet Karman retires from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

English teacher and journalism adviser Janet Karman retires (video)

Isabel Gitten and Kate Balicki
June 19, 2017

Seniors Reflect from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

Class of 2017 reflects on high school experience (video)

Janani Gandhi, Kate Balicki, and Joyce Wu
June 14, 2017
A recap in WHS sports during the 2016-2017 school year.

[Photo] Class of 2017’s collegiate athletes: Player Profiles

Jackie Stoller and Anika Das
June 18, 2017
Class of 2017 receives diplomas (239 photos)

Class of 2017 receives diplomas (239 photos)

Masha Yakhkind, Kate Balicki, Hannah Rice, Nathan Zhao, Janani Gandhi, Aimee LaRochelle, Jackie Stoller, and Lucy Hughes
June 10, 2017

2017 Graduation from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

Speeches from class of 2017 graduation (video)

Isabel Gitten and Kate Balicki
June 10, 2017
Class of 2017 graduates (197 photos)

Class of 2017 graduates (197 photos)

Masha Yakhkind, Hannah Rice, Kate Balicki, Lucy Hughes, Jackie Stoller, Nathan Zhao, Aimee LaRochelle, and Janani Gandhi
June 9, 2017
Boys' lacrosse falls to Lincoln-Sudbury (54 photos)

Boys’ lacrosse falls to Lincoln-Sudbury (54 photos)

Kate Balicki
May 25, 2017

Window Movie Night from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

Window Dance Ensemble performs in annual show (video)

Natalie Hsu, Kate Balicki, and Hannah Rice
May 21, 2017
Window Dance Ensemble performs in annual show (photo/video)

Window Dance Ensemble performs in annual show (photo/video)

Kate Balicki, Anika Das, Natalie Hsu, and Abby Mitty
May 21, 2017
Window Dance Ensemble performs in annual show (55 photos)

Window Dance Ensemble performs in annual show (55 photos)

Anika Das, Kate Balicki, and Abby Mitty
May 19, 2017

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Ms. Manning?

Abby Stoller and Kate Balicki
May 14, 2017
Boys' volleyball beats Newton South (32 photos)

Boys’ volleyball beats Newton South (32 photos)

Abby Stoller, Kate Balicki, and Jackie Stoller
May 1, 2017
Coming off of a successful season a year ago, the Girls' lacrosse team hopes make a deeper playoff run in 2017. “We are feeling ready to be matched against the state’s top teams,” Head Coach Ashley Means said.

Girls’ lacrosse team looks to build on success from last season

Kate Balicki and Hannah Rice
April 12, 2017
WSPN's sports reporters give you a preview of each spring team, as well as a couple players to watch.

Spring Sports Preview

Duncan Stephenson, Audrey Camacho, Veronika Golod, Kate Balicki, Joyce Wu, and Aimee LaRochelle
April 6, 2017
Pictured above is senior Cam Gordon, who recently won his second state championship as a part of Boys' Varsity soccer team. Gordon was a captain this past season.

Athlete of the Week: Cam Gordon

Kate Balicki
April 2, 2017
Pictured above is Wayalnd Wrestling head coach and history teacher Sean Chase.

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Mr. Chase?

Kate Balicki and Abby Stoller
March 16, 2017
Athlete of the Week: Kayla Mabe

Athlete of the Week: Kayla Mabe

Kate Balicki
March 15, 2017
Wrestling falls to Foxboro (55 photos)

Wrestling falls to Foxboro (55 photos)

Jackie Stoller, Kate Balicki, and Abby Mitty
February 15, 2017
Wrestling defeats Acton-Boxborough (39 photos)

Wrestling defeats Acton-Boxborough (39 photos)

Jackie Stoller, Abby Mitty, and Kate Balicki
February 8, 2017
WW '17: Salsa dancing (33 photos)

WW ’17: Salsa dancing (33 photos)

Abby Stoller, Kate Balicki, and Natalie Hsu
February 5, 2017
WW '17: Print making (33 photos)

WW ’17: Print making (33 photos)

Lucy Hughes, Aimee LaRochelle, Kate Balicki, and Joyce Wu
February 1, 2017
WHS' Favorite Songs

WHS’ Favorite Songs

Eden Vanslette and Kate Balicki
January 25, 2017
Sophomore Alexa Calder is part of the Wayland High School Madrigals and enjoys singing in her free time. “I sing because it's something I love to do and getting to share that with people is one of the best feelings.” said Calder.

Artist of the Week: Alexa Calder

Eden Vanslette and Kate Balicki
January 17, 2017
Students participate in the Intramural Basketball League (29 photos)

Students participate in the Intramural Basketball League (29 photos)

Kate Balicki, Naomi Lathan, and Jackie Stoller
January 17, 2017
Test your knowledge on Wellness Department Director Scott Parseghian.

Quiz: How well do you know Coach Parseghian?

Kate Balicki and Abby Stoller
January 4, 2017
16 Wayland High School students attended the Massachusetts Music Educators Association (MMEA) All-State Festival in Boston on March 10th and 11th, 2017. The number of students chosen to play at All State was an all-time high for WHS.

Students prepare for the MMEA All State

Eden Vanslette, Kate Balicki, Audrey Camacho, Conor Keating, Abby Stoller, and Natalie Hsu
January 4, 2017

A Cappella from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

WHS hosts winter college a cappella concert (video)

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
January 3, 2017
Test your knowledge on Wellness Teacher Amanda Cosenza!

Quiz: How well do you know Coach Cosenza?

Jackie Stoller and Kate Balicki
December 22, 2016
Test your knowledge on WHS librarian Pam Miller.

Quiz: How well do you know Mrs. Miller?

Jackie Stoller, Abby Stoller, and Kate Balicki
December 15, 2016
Test your knowledge on math teacher Eric Wolven.

Quiz: How well do you know Mr. Wolven?

Kate Balicki and Jackie Stoller
December 13, 2016
Above is Wayland Public Schools superintendent Paul Stein. Stein recently announced his plan to retire from superintendent at the end of this school year. “I will experience stepping away from all of this as a great loss," Stein said.

Wayland superintendent Paul Stein reflects on retirement

Hannah Rice and Kate Balicki
November 28, 2016
Pictured above is senior Peter Tsipis, wearing his superfan gear. “It’s just really fun, I have a lot of passion and school spirit. I’m a big sports guy,” Tsipis said. Courtesy of Peter Tsipis.

Peter Tsipis: I do it for my school

Abby Stoller and Kate Balicki
November 14, 2016

Election Video from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

Wayland residents hold signs outside polling stations (Video)

Eden Vanslette, Kate Balicki, and Isabel Gitten
November 12, 2016
Boys' soccer defeats Snowden International (57 photos)

Boys’ soccer defeats Snowden International (57 photos)

Hannah Rice, Eden Vanslette, and Kate Balicki
November 9, 2016
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