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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
Harris supporter Jillian Kohl and her mother come together for a photo while Trump supporters stand in the background.
Engaging the community: Political activity around Wayland
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
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
The boys varsity soccer team's Kicks for Cancer game against Westford Academy at Concord-Carlisle High School was rescheduled due to a high risk of EEE.
Breaking News: Kicks for Cancer rescheduled due to a high risk of EEE
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
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
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
WSPN's Bowen Morrison highlights new Wayland-Weston crew coach Beatrice Sims.
Wayland-Weston Rowing Association welcomes its new program director
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
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
With the 2024 election coming up in November, the country is buzzing with political opinions. While social media can be a good outlet for these thoughts, it doesn’t come without consequences.
Digital democracy: Social media shaping politics
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
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
After bringing an audience member up to the stage and performing with them, the Blue Men and audience member raise their arms up in celebration.
The Blue Man Group: An explosion of color and meaning
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?
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”
Join WSPN A&E editor Mischa Lee as she reviews Sabrina Carpenter's new album, "Short n' Sweet."
Sabrina Carpenter’s sensational “Short n’ Sweet” steals the show
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
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
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
The student news site of Wayland High School

Wayland Student Press
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Wayland Student Press
Melina Barris

Melina Barris, Copy Editor and Co-Graphics Editor

Melina Barris, Class of 2025, is a third year reporter, copy editor for broadcast and sports and co-graphics editor. She is a member of the varsity field hockey team and a member of Window Dance Ensemble. Outside of school, sports and dance, Melina enjoys seeing friends, traveling and drawing.

Contact: [email protected]

All content by Melina Barris

Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up

Jane Tardif, Jillian Mele, and Melina Barris
November 19, 2024

Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games

Carolina Sdoia, Melina Barris, and Jillian Mele
November 13, 2024

The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli

Jane Tardif and Melina Barris
November 9, 2024
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

Melina Barris, Maddie Zajac, Fiona Peltonen, Alex Evangelista, and Emma Zocco
November 4, 2024
Reporters Melina Barris and Emma Zocco learn more about Ryan McCormack’s small businesses.

Ryan McCormack: Mastering entrepreneurial success one haircut at a time

Emma Zocco and Melina Barris
November 6, 2024
Join WSPN’s reporters Jessi Dretler and Jillian Mele as they preview the business CrossFit TILT.

[Photo] Building community through fitness: The story of CrossFit TILT

Jillian Mele and Jessi Dretler
November 18, 2024
After exiting the haunted house the volunteers who are the "scarers" all gather to take a picture. "Keep coming to the Connect Program haunted houses, through the years, and support Connect," senior Nelahn Bonds said.

Connect Program hosts annual haunted house

Melina Barris and Ryan Chase
November 2, 2024
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."

[Photo] Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season

Alex Evangelista, Staff Reporter
November 5, 2024
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.

[Photo] Top fashion trends for fall 2024

Mischa Lee and Elyssa Grillo
October 24, 2024
WSPN’s Melina Barris discusses unnoticed stress during her senior year.

Opinion: Senior fall is much more stressful than people realize

Melina Barris
October 16, 2024
WSPN’s Melina Barris highlights unnoticed stress during senior year.

Join WSPN’s Carolina Sdoia as she reviews the new series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez story.”

[Photo] Bloodlines and betrayal: The Menendez brothers in ‘Monsters’

Carolina Sdoia, Co-Broadcast Editor
October 16, 2024
Join WSPN reporter Melina Barris as she discusses her favorite fall activities.

Top five fall activities

Melina Barris
September 19, 2024
Join WSPN reporter Natalie Greenaway as she compares and contrasts the It Ends With Us book and movie.

[Photo] A tale told twice: It Ends With Us book vs. movie review

Natalie Greenaway
September 11, 2024
From the presidential race to the Paris Olympic games, this summer's news was filled with headlines you can't miss.

[Photo] In the news this summer

Bowen Morrison
September 9, 2024
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

Melina Barris
September 5, 2024
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang reflects on why young people don't vote.

[Photo] Opinion: Partisan journalism is the reason we don’t vote

Jeffery Zhang
September 5, 2024
Join WSPN reporter Elyssa Grillo as she interviews WHS French teacher Sara Langelier about her love for sewing and fashion. Langelier makes a lot of her own clothes and shops at thrift stores to form her ideal style sustainably.

[Photo] Fashionista of the Month: June

Elyssa Grillo
June 14, 2024

Weekly Breakdown Episode 88: Final exams, playoff games and laptop collection

Jane Tardif, Carolina Sdoia, and Melina Barris
June 11, 2024
Join WSPN reporter Torryn Carlson as she discusses Billie Eilish's new album “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT."

[Photo] Album review: “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”

Torryn Carlson
June 11, 2024
Join WSPN reporter Mischa Lee as she showcases four seniors' AP artwork.

[Photo] AP Art students cap off their senior year

Mischa Lee
June 12, 2024
Elliot Xu has been pursuing music since a young age. “Music establishes a community where you can build up each other and find a way to express yourself,” Xu said. “It is one of my biggest passions. It is a pleasure to listen to and a pleasure to play."

Elliot Xu: Expression of passion through the music industry

Melina Barris and Ben Jackson
June 10, 2024

Final exam study tips

Jessi Dretler and Melina Barris
June 7, 2024
“As the last few games are coming up and playoffs are about to start it's kinda hitting me that these are the last few lacrosse games I am going to play in high school and with my sister,” captain senior Lily Mele said.

Girls varsity lacrosse: A pursuit for playoff victory

Melina Barris
June 3, 2024
Join WSPN’s Ben Jackson and Bowen Morrison while they make their predictions on the upcoming NBA Lottery Draft.

[Photo] NBA mock draft 2024

Benjamin Jackson and Bowen Morrison
May 28, 2024

Weekly Breakdown Episode 85: MCAS, spring sports and EarthWise pet store grand opening

Abby Raftery, Melina Barris, and Jessi Dretler
May 22, 2024
Join WSPN’s reporters Melina Barris, Elyssa Grillo and Carolina Sdoia as they discuss their thoughts and opinions on celebrities' looks at the 2024 Met Gala.

2024 Met Gala Review

Melina Barris, Carolina Sdoia, and Elyssa Grillo
May 21, 2024
WSPN's Ben Jackson, Edge Wheeler, Alex Evangelista and Bowen Morrison discuss their thoughts on the Boston Celtics' season in this podcast.

[Photo] Hopes for Boston Celtics championship: Episode 2

Bowen Morrison, Ben Jackson, and Alex Evangelista
May 15, 2024
Infographic: Mother's Day gift ideas

Infographic: Mother’s Day gift ideas

Melina Barris and Jane Tardif
May 11, 2024
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy

The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy

Jane Tardif, Jillian Mele, and Melina Barris
May 11, 2024
WSPN's Ben Jackson, Edge Wheeler, Alex Evangelista and Bowen Morrison discuss their thoughts on the Boston Celtics' season in this podcast.

[Photo] Hopes for a Boston Celtics championship

Bowen Morrison, Ben Jackson, Alex Evangelista, and Edge Wheeler
May 13, 2024
The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza

The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza

Abby Raftery and Melina Barris
May 1, 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 83: Spring concerts, library events and halfway point of spring sports season

Weekly Breakdown Episode 83: Spring concerts, library events and halfway point of spring sports season

Jane Tardif, Abby Raftery, Melina Barris, and Sophia Verma
April 30, 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 82: Green Team celebrates Earth Day and CAPA bottle and can drive

Weekly Breakdown Episode 82: Green Team celebrates Earth Day and CAPA bottle and can drive

Melina Barris, Carolina Sdoia, and Sophia Verma
April 23, 2024
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

Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi
April 10, 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 80: End of quarter three, spring sports games and showing of documentary

Weekly Breakdown Episode 80: End of quarter three, spring sports games and showing of documentary

Maggie Buffum, Melina Barris, Olivia Green, and Abby Raftery
April 2, 2024
Fashionista of the Month: March

Fashionista of the Month: March

Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi
March 29, 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 79: MCAS, spring sports and poetry workshop

Weekly Breakdown Episode 79: MCAS, spring sports and poetry workshop

Jane Tardif, Maggie Buffum, and Melina Barris
March 27, 2024
Join WSPN's Makenzie Macchi and Melina Barris as they share 2024 prom trends and their dress predictions.

2024 prom dress trends and predictions

Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi
March 26, 2024
Join Staff Reporters Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they share a quiz on new words that were recently added to the dictionary.

Quiz: Can you guess which words were newly added to the dictionary?

Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi
March 20, 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 78: The Connect Class's Spring Fling and first week of spring sports

Weekly Breakdown Episode 78: The Connect Class’s Spring Fling and first week of spring sports

Jane Tardif, Makenzie Macchi, and Melina Barris
March 19, 2024
While practicing for the co-ed dance, the senior girls strike a pose while the senior boys remain on the ground.

Class of 2024 practices for the Senior Show

Melina Barris
March 14, 2024
Join Staff Reporter Jillian Mele as she puts a spring inspired spin on the popular New York Times puzzle, “Wordle.”

WSPN “Wordle”

Melina Barris
March 7, 2024

A taste of the Muffin House Cafe

Reva Datar, Mischa Lee, and Melina Barris
March 2, 2024
Join Staff Reporter Jillian Mele as she puts a spring inspired spin on the popular New York Times puzzle, “Wordle.”

WSPN “Wordle”

Melina Barris
February 29, 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 75: Password reset and early voting

Weekly Breakdown Episode 75: Password reset and early voting

Maggie Buffum, Olivia Green, and Melina Barris
February 28, 2024
Join WSPN's Elyssa Grillo and Melina Barris as they discuss the tradition of Galentine's Day.

Infographic: “Galentine’s Day” at WHS

Elyssa Grillo and Melina Barris
February 16, 2024
Join WSPN’s Melina Barris and Ben Jackson as they summarize their thoughts and feelings about the looks shown at the 2024 Grammy's.

Grammy’s lookbook

Melina Barris and Ben Jackson
February 15, 2024
From left to right, juniors and Passion 4 Fashion club leaders Elyssa Grillo, Nina Eyerman and Mischa Lee pose for a photo during the makeshift thrift store event.

Passion 4 Fashion club hosts makeshift thrift store during Winter Week

Melina Barris
February 9, 2024
On Thursday, Feb. 2, Wayland High School's annual talent show took place during fourth block and last block. A variety of students showcased their talents through singing, dancing, comedy or playing musical instruments. The WHS Student Council organized this event, and teachers were allowed to sign up their classes to attend the event beginning last week. The talent show occurs during Winter Week. 

WHS Talent Show highlights

Marissa Mendoza, Ryan Chase, and Melina Barris
February 5, 2024
Sophomore Sophie Hill, playing the role of Clara, goes on pointe as she performs for one of the scenes. “I really enjoyed [playing Clara],” Hill said. “I loved the costumes, the dances and the experience. This has to have been my favorite role yet.”

Sophie Hill: Dancing her way to the top as “The Nutcracker’s” leading lady

Melina Barris
January 27, 2024
Join WSPN’s Melina Barris, Mischa Lee and Jessi Dretler as they review the 2024 Golden Globe looks.

2024 Golden Globe looks

Jessica Dretler, Melina Barris, and Mischa Lee
January 19, 2024
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 19: Yogurt Beach

The Picky Eater Picks Episode 19: Yogurt Beach

Jane Tardif and Melina Barris
January 13, 2024
Join WSPN's Melina Barris as she recommends the best hair products to use on curly hair.

Best hair products to use for curly hair

Melina Barris
January 10, 2024
Join WSPN’s Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they preview the December Fashionista of the Month: Sydney Lozano.

Fashionista of the Month: December

Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi
December 23, 2023
Join WSPN's Melina Barris for a winter wonderland themed crossword puzzle.

Crossword: Winter Wonderland

Melina Barris
December 11, 2023
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 17: Hot Doogy

The Picky Eater Picks Episode 17: Hot Doogy

Jane Tardif, Elyssa Grillo, Jessi Dretler, and Melina Barris
December 9, 2023
Join WSPN's Melina Barris, Elyssa Grillo and Jessi Dretler as they review the newest addition to "The Hunger Games" franchise, “Hunger Games: The Ballad of the Song Birds and Snakes."

Movie Review: “Hunger Games: The Ballad of the Song Birds and Snakes”

Elyssa Grillo, Melina Barris, and Jessi Dretler
December 6, 2023
Sophomore Dylan Engelhardt prepares to serve the ball to the opposing team.

Student Council’s Spikeball tournament

Jane Tardif, Melina Barris, Jessi Dretler, and Vanessa Taxiarchis
December 2, 2023
Join WSPN's Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they interview the November Fashionista of the Month: Katherine Bassen.

Fashionista of the Month: November

Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi
November 28, 2023
Join WSPN's Mischa Lee and Melina Barris as they scout out the best places to shop for Black Friday.

Black Friday Gift Guide

Mischa Lee and Melina Barris
November 22, 2023
Crossword: Thanksgiving

Crossword: Thanksgiving

Melina Barris and Jessi Dretler
November 20, 2023
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