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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
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Senior John Huo started his tutoring business, Wayland Tutors LLC, at the beginning of the school year. As Huo leaves high school, he reflects on his business and discusses his future in business. "Parents still expect the same professionalism that any other business would provide,” said Huo.

Huo wraps up his first year running his own business, Wayland Tutors, LLC

Kruti Vora
June 3, 2013

A day in the life of student athlete Andy Carmichael

Kruti Vora
May 31, 2013
A day in the life of cafeteria server Janet Caruso

A day in the life of cafeteria server Janet Caruso

Kruti Vora
May 31, 2013
For Judy Courchine, WHS's attendance secretary, receptionist and secretary to the dean of students, some of the best parts of her job are getting to know the students and seeing so many faces around the school every day. "I see the students, I see the teachers, I see the parents, so it’s busy, and I like it," Courchine said.

A day in the life of secretary Judy Courchine

Kruti Vora
May 31, 2013
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Teachers take part in flash mob during first lunch

Kruti Vora
May 23, 2013
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UPDATED: Pre-prom ’13 (101 photos)

Kruti Vora
May 18, 2013

Students discuss work on senior projects

Kruti Vora
May 13, 2013
The WHS sailing team has recently qualified for the New England Fleet Racing Championship Regatta. Performing more strongly than in previous years, the team finished in the top three in a qualifying regatta last weekend. “Hopefully, we will win our division and qualify for the team racing championships,” junior Maddie Memoli said.

Sailing team qualifies for New England Fleet Racing Championship Regatta

Kruti Vora
May 1, 2013
Students and teachers explore Costa Rica over April vacation (10 photos)

Students and teachers explore Costa Rica over April vacation (10 photos)

Kruti Vora
April 26, 2013
Community reflects on Boston Marathon bombings

Community reflects on Boston Marathon bombings

Kruti Vora
April 25, 2013
Boston

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Kruti Vora
April 17, 2013
School canceled on March 19 due to inclement weather

School canceled on March 19 due to inclement weather

Kruti Vora
March 19, 2013
In this post of 25 Days of Cookies, Whitney recommends this recipe for White Chocolate Chip Cookies.

25 Days of Cookies: White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Kruti Vora
December 13, 2012
Kruti recommends trying these Swirl Cookies to get in the holiday spirit.

25 Days of Cookies: Swirl Cookies

Kruti Vora
December 9, 2012
Putting teen substance use into perspective

Putting teen substance use into perspective

Kruti Vora
November 14, 2012
By the Numbers: Mock election results

By the Numbers: Mock election results

Kruti Vora
November 6, 2012
Max Freedberg has been playing the drums since eighth grade. Ever since then, he has been practicing for numerous hours daily to reach the level he plays at now.

Max Freedberg: Listening to music can be an escape from whatever else is going on

Kruti Vora
September 10, 2012
The 1:1 Learning Initiative starts a new chapter at Wayland High School, for which many teachers are adapting their usual teaching styles.

Teachers react to new 1:1 learning initiative

Kruti Vora
September 4, 2012
This past summer, community members honored Lauren Astley's life with coral ribbons. On Saturday, June 16, the Wayland community will take one step further in honoring Astley with a memorial mosaic.

Community to dedicate memorial mosaic in Astley’s honor

Kruti Vora
June 11, 2012
Students gather at Script to Screen red carpet premiere

Students gather at Script to Screen red carpet premiere

Kruti Vora
May 30, 2012
Macaroni and cheese is the perfect comfort food. Try it in honor of Mother's day!

Scrambled: Double trouble

Kruti Vora
May 9, 2012
Nikhil Mysore: It's so easy to get lost into

Nikhil Mysore: It’s so easy to get lost into

Kruti Vora
March 19, 2012
The "Boy Band Dance" was one of the five dances in the class of 2012's Senior Show.

The five pillars of a successful Senior Show

Kruti Vora
March 17, 2012
The 2012 Senior Show will be the first to be performed on the new Main Stage.

The history of Senior Show

Kruti Vora
March 7, 2012
For the love of Valentine's Day

For the love of Valentine’s Day

Kruti Vora
February 14, 2012
The Wayland-Weston rivalry is especially intense in football because before playing at the high school level, players were teammates on Pop Warner.

The history of the Wayland-Weston rivalry

Kruti Vora
February 14, 2012
Jay Chandler taught his final chemistry class in his 30 year career yesterday, May 6th. Chandler officially retired in December but taught AP chemistry remotely through the exam on Friday, May 7th.

Jay Chandler: You just wonder whether you are going to make it or not, and I did

Kruti Vora
February 6, 2012
Bomb threat causes evacuation of WMS

Bomb threat causes evacuation of WMS

Kruti Vora
February 1, 2012
Pictured above, Wayland Superintendent Paul Stein announced that a student open forum will be held this Wednesday in the lecture hall. " My intention is to give the community voice, which in turn will enable me to make the right choice for Wayland," wrote Stein in a newsletter sent on Nov. 4.

Paul Stein: I always liked the values of the people that work here

Kruti Vora
January 30, 2012
Pictured above is teacher and coach Joseph Porrell. The Orange and Black Shack is hosting "Porrell Day" to commemorate his retirement.

Joe Porrell: My life has been a great journey

Kruti Vora
January 23, 2012
Senior Christine Cocce. (Credit: Caitlyn Pineault/WSPN)

Christine Cocce: I never thought I could accomplish something this big

Kruti Vora
January 17, 2012
(Credit: Kruti Vora/WSPN)

Alex Roy: There’s just something about being on stage

Kruti Vora
January 9, 2012
(Courtesy: Thomas Nee)

Shawn Nee: The drive to compete with my teammates keeps me motivated

Kruti Vora
January 3, 2012
Hannah Marton teaching a geometry class. (Credit: Caitlin O'Keeffe)

Hannah Marton: You can try very hard and not succeed, but just keep on going

Kruti Vora
December 19, 2011
(Credit: Jake Adelman/WSPN)

Pascual-Leone named Scholar All-American

Kruti Vora
December 19, 2011
(Credit: Matthew Gutschenritter/WSPN)

Weighing the value of the Electoral College

Kruti Vora
December 16, 2011
Senior Michael Gordon's CD Time Warp is now available on iTunes. (Flickr user _hugochisholm_/CC)

Michael Gordon: I did it to get the satisfaction of people enjoying the music

Kruti Vora
December 12, 2011
(Courtesy: WHS Reflector)

Jessica Whittemore: I help them try to have fun and just be themselves

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December 5, 2011
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Erin Dalbec: The fun part is touring the country with friends, meeting new people and performing

Kruti Vora
November 28, 2011
(Photo Illustration: Jake Adelman/WSPN)

A reason to give thanks

Kruti Vora
November 23, 2011
Robin Tracy: I haven't experienced a high school campus quite like it

Robin Tracy: I haven’t experienced a high school campus quite like it

Kruti Vora
October 23, 2011
Will Sharton: I play better when the team is counting on me

Will Sharton: I play better when the team is counting on me

Kruti Vora
October 10, 2011
Sophomore Martin Narciso practices Krav Maga, a martial art used to train the Israeli Military. (Courtesy: Antonio Narciso)

Martin Narciso: The art of Krav Maga

Kruti Vora
September 25, 2011
Nobody will ever forget where they were and what they were doing on the morning of September 11, 2001. (Flickr user _PaulS_/CC)

Ten Years Later: Teacher memories (podcast)

Kruti Vora
September 9, 2011
Assistant Principal Allyson Mizoguchi has been appointed WHS's new principal.

Mizoguchi: A sense of dynamism in the air

Kruti Vora
September 5, 2011
Super Awesome Magical Adventure Time is one of the games created by AP Computer Science students this year.

AP Computer Science class creates computer games

Kruti Vora
June 22, 2011
Bob Steel's mother, Sally Steel (second from left) holds the plaque dedicated in her son's honor. (Credit: Andy Marton/WSPN)

Remembering Bob Steel

Kruti Vora
June 17, 2011
Junior Jon Chen was awarded a silver medal the the National Scholastic (Credit: Oliver Levin/WSPN)

Chen wins national creative writing award

Kruti Vora
June 8, 2011
(Screenshot: www.myhometownlink.com)

Students use MyHometownLink to search for summer jobs

Kruti Vora
June 7, 2011
Civic action projects empower students

Civic action projects empower students

Kruti Vora
June 1, 2011
(Photo Credit: Aaron Kano-Bower/WSPN)

Dylan Sullivan vaults above the norm

Kruti Vora
May 19, 2011
iPass module opened to students

iPass module opened to students

Kruti Vora
May 17, 2011
Senior Tim Caradonna warms up on Wayland High School's grand piano. (Courtesy: WHS Fine Arts)

Caradonna to perform capstone piano recital

Kruti Vora
May 9, 2011
Carly McKee (far left) as Cosette comforts Seth Lifland, who plays her adoptive father Jean Valjean. Jade Donaldson (far right) reaches out to them as the ghost of Cosette's mother, Fantine. (Credit: Melanie Wang/WSPN)

Review: Les Misérables hits the right notes

Kruti Vora
May 9, 2011
Indian students talk cultural differences

Indian students talk cultural differences

Kruti Vora
June 2, 2010
The InvestWrite website explains the awards and honors (Credit: http://www.investwrite.info/default.aspx)

Emily Wright wins InvestWrite competition

Kruti Vora
May 26, 2010
The proposed location of the Rec. Center as seen from Google StreetView and Satellite views. (Credit: Google Inc. and Mass. GIS)

UPDATED: Proposed recreation center up for vote

Kruti Vora
May 11, 2010
One of WHS's vending machines

Mass Senate passes anti-junk food legislation

Kruti Vora
March 25, 2010
Students play district-wide "Band Fest" (17 Photos)

Students play district-wide “Band Fest” (17 Photos)

Kruti Vora
March 7, 2010
Junior Ben Shelton accepts the

Junior wins investment essay award

Kruti Vora
February 10, 2010
Sophomore Jonah Grennawalt and Freshman Jessie Vogel performed for audiences in the L1 performance hall during Winter Week. (Credit: Jake Adelman/WSPN)

10-minute play festival charms audiences

Kruti Vora
February 9, 2010
Highlights from India (28 Photos)

Highlights from India (28 Photos)

Kruti Vora
January 11, 2010
Flight of the Lawnchair Man: a review

Flight of the Lawnchair Man: a review

Kruti Vora
November 22, 2009
The H1N1 "swine" flu has students scrambling for hand sanitizer, and ways to stay healthy. (Credit: Kruti Vora)

Dos and Don'ts of the Flu Season

Kruti Vora
November 12, 2009
Greek poet speaks to Wayland students

Greek poet speaks to Wayland students

Kruti Vora
November 11, 2009
In transition: From the halls of WMS to WHS (22 Photos)

In transition: From the halls of WMS to WHS (22 Photos)

Kruti Vora
October 28, 2009
Photo by Shensi Ding

Volleyball hopes soaring high

Kruti Vora
October 19, 2009
Volleyball begins new season with strong teams

Volleyball begins new season with strong teams

Kruti Vora
September 17, 2009
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