• May 3Last day of school for seniors will be Friday, May 27
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Wayland High School elects the 2022-2023 student council members. Juniors Delia Caulfield and Alex DiCarlo will be the student council president and vice president for the following school year.
Breaking News: Student council election results
Meet the student council president and vice president candidates
Meet the student council president and vice president candidates
Weekly Breakdown Episode 54: Mask mandate and Wayland Music Festival
Weekly Breakdown Episode 54: Mask mandate and Wayland Music Festival
After three years of planning by sophomores Kyra Spooner, Eliana Barenboym and Joss O’Heron, the Wayland Music Festival is set to take place on May 21, 2022. “It’s going to be in the Town Center, with multiple live bands, a stage, art, food trucks, ice cream trucks and a bunch of other activities,” co-creator Kyra Spooner said.
The three year preparation process behind the Wayland Music Festival
News Editor Nadya Chase informs readers about the schedule changes occurring this week.
News Brief: Schedule changes occurring this week
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of May 9 – town elections, town meeting and Red Sox ticket draw fundraiser
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of May 2 – Prom, end-of-year stress and Abby Stoller’s journey with MS
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of April 24 – Wayland Restaurants, Fast Fashion and WHS annual a cappella concert
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of March 27 – Anti-Racism Resolution, Women’s History Month and Horse Girls
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Nadya Chase summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI – Week of March 20: Wayland Leadership Coalition, Window and Religion in the 21st century
Weekly Breakdown Episode 54: Mask mandate and Wayland Music Festival
Weekly Breakdown Episode 54: Mask mandate and Wayland Music Festival
Weekly Breakdown Episode 53: Increasing Covid-19 cases and Town Meeting
Weekly Breakdown Episode 53: Increasing Covid-19 cases and Town Meeting
Weekly Breakdown Episode 52: AP Tests and World Fair
Weekly Breakdown Episode 52: AP Tests and World Fair
Weekly Breakdown Episode 51: Student Council Elections and Prom
Weekly Breakdown Episode 51: Student Council Elections and Prom
Weekly Breakdown Episode 50: Spirit Week and Community Forum
Weekly Breakdown Episode 50: Spirit Week and Community Forum
On the first day of school, seniors rush onto the turf in their senior shirts. It’s a tradition for seniors to make an entrance to the rest of the school every year. Although this is a tradition that has been going on for years now, many other traditions have changed over the years.
Changes in Wayland’s senior traditions – hill night, senior show, powderpuff
Family Promise Metrowest hosts its 13th annual Walk to End Homelessness. Due to COVID-19, the walk will be virtual, and members of Wayland High School’s Family Promise Club are encouraged to join.
Family Promise: The walk to end homelessness
The group of WSPN reporters who attended the 2022 NSPA conference in Los Angeles, California pose with the publication’s 2021 Pacemaker Award. May 1, 2022 marks the 15th anniversary of the publication, each year made unique by the hard work and creative efforts of every student journalist who participates in the elective.
Not just a publication, but a family: WSPN’s 15th anniversary
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the SADD organization. To celebrate the organization has planned year round events and is hosting its biggest organization gathering in the past two years, this summer. The event is to educate students about SADD, bring SADD chapters together and celebrate SADDs legacy. “I realize that behind every stat I look at, behind every report we craft, every single element are these stories, there is a mom, theres a dad, theres a family, theres a school thats forever changed.”
SADD: 40 years of making a difference
The full Stoller team stands huddled together at the site of the walk. I am so thankful of my amazing family and friends who have been incredibly supportive during the hardest time of my life, Abby Stoller said. I appreciate their love and support more than words can say.
Walk for a reason: Wayland graduate Abby Stoller’s Walk MS
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: NBA Conference Finals
Sophomore Elena Mente prepares before pole vaulting for the Wayland high school track team. My favorite thing to do is pole vault, Mente said. I love getting to meet all new people from it.
Athlete of the Month: Elena Mente
WSPNs Deirdre Brown discusses mental health help for Student Athletes.
Morgan’s Message: Student-athletes have feelings too
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: Downfall of the Red Sox
Senior captain Ryan MacDonald strategically moves past his opponent and tries to get closer to the goal. The team has been consistently standing up for each other, and weve done an outstanding job of really becoming a team and doing whatever it takes for the team to succeed.
Boys lacrosse falls to Concord-Carlisle
Senior Anjali Patel prepares to shoot a free throw. The entire game was full of fouls, leading to many opportunities. In the end, Wayland lost 41-28 against Bedford.
Game Recap: Wayland girls basketball loses home opener
The girls varsity soccer starters huddle together prior to the opening kickoff. They would play a hard fought game against Lincoln-Sudbury, but would fall short of the win.
Game Recap: Girls varsity soccer can’t complete comeback, lose in penalty kicks to Lincoln-Sudbury
Game Recap: Wayland football destroyed by Lincoln-Sudbury in domestic violence awareness game
Game Recap: Wayland football destroyed by Lincoln-Sudbury in domestic violence awareness game
Wayland girls varsity soccer gathers together to discuss the game against Boston Latin. Wayland would lose a disappointing game 2-1, before recovering against Waltham in a 1-0 win.
Game Recap: Wayland girls soccer falls to Boston Latin at home
The Wayland Warriors celebrate together after an amazing performance on their senior night. Wayland defeated Westford Academy 2-1.
Game Recap: boys varsity soccer wins on senior night against Westford Academy
Sophomore Elena Mente prepares before pole vaulting for the Wayland high school track team. My favorite thing to do is pole vault, Mente said. I love getting to meet all new people from it.
Athlete of the Month: Elena Mente
Senior Quinn Gleason (front) rows in a double boat. Gleason rows for the Wayland-Weston crew team, and has committed to row for Bates College in the Class of 2026. I’m always trying to improve and get faster, Gleason said. Now that I’m going to Bates College I want to make sure that when I get there the next fall that I’m in shape and ready to go.
Athlete of the Month: Quinn Gleason
Senior Lucas Pralle emerges from the water to take a breath during his 100 meter butterfly event at states. Pralle came in first place at states in his event. It feels amazing to be a part of a team that has performed as well as we have, Pralle said. Everyone puts in the work in practice and our coaches work tirelessly to train and guide us to be the best swimmers we can be.
Athlete of the Month: Lucas Pralle
Freshman Annie McQuilkin takes a foul shot at a girls varsity basketball game against Bedford. McQuilkin has been passionate about playing basketball since elementary school. I started playing basketball in third grade, right off the bat, I just loved the sport, McQuilkin said. I was always practicing all the time.
Athlete of the Month: Annie McQuilkin
Waye waits near her spot in the middle of the field after her team scores, taking advantage of the small break in running from offense to defense. “I would say I’m most grateful for the people that I’ve been able to meet, and the friendships I was able to build through this sport,” Waye said.
Athlete of the Month: Jun Waye
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: NBA Conference Finals
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: Downfall of the Red Sox
WSPNs Aditya Weling discusses professional leagues upcoming free agency period and goes into depth on certain NFL teams and what they are looking for as the start of the NFL season is just around the corner.
Warrior Weekly: NFL free agency
WSPNs Luke Caples highlights the three leaders in the NFL MVP race, with a couple familiar faces appearing.
Warrior Weekly: NFL MVP race
WSPNs Gabe Likerman discusses the three NFL teams who have the possibility of making a push into the NFL playoffs.
Warrior Weekly: NFL teams that can sneak into the playoffs
Junior captain Genevieve Morrison watches the ball closely and runs fast to catch it in her glove.
Softball strikes out against Lincoln-Sudbury
Senior Lucas Thompson sprints down the track during the 400 meter dash. Thompson is one of the track teams strongest runners, qualifying for several invitational meets over the course of his high school career.
Track and field competes at last dual meet against Boston Latin
Senior Finn ODriscoll keeps still as he watches junior Derek Roberts pitch the ball. As a catcher, ODriscoll has to stay observant.
Boys baseball receives their second loss of the season
Senior captain Ryan MacDonald strategically moves past his opponent and tries to get closer to the goal. The team has been consistently standing up for each other, and weve done an outstanding job of really becoming a team and doing whatever it takes for the team to succeed.
Boys lacrosse falls to Concord-Carlisle
The long-awaited prom 2022
The long-awaited prom 2022
Junior captain Genevieve Morrison watches the ball closely and runs fast to catch it in her glove.
Softball strikes out against Lincoln-Sudbury
Senior Lucas Thompson sprints down the track during the 400 meter dash. Thompson is one of the track teams strongest runners, qualifying for several invitational meets over the course of his high school career.
Track and field competes at last dual meet against Boston Latin
Senior Finn ODriscoll keeps still as he watches junior Derek Roberts pitch the ball. As a catcher, ODriscoll has to stay observant.
Boys baseball receives their second loss of the season
Senior captain Ryan MacDonald strategically moves past his opponent and tries to get closer to the goal. The team has been consistently standing up for each other, and weve done an outstanding job of really becoming a team and doing whatever it takes for the team to succeed.
Boys lacrosse falls to Concord-Carlisle
The team strides toward the middle of the court to celebrate winning the second set. In volleyball, a set is played until one team gets to 25 points, with at least a two point difference.
Boys volleyball gets smashed in a close game against Newton South
Reporters Emma Zocco and Carolina Sdoia voice their thoughts and feelings on a few of the eye catching outfits that were displayed at the Met Gala 2022.
A Met Gala 2022 review: The ups and downs of gilded glamour
The image above is Junior Rachel Yans latest piece, a charcoal still life. Rachels piece is based on a bust statue in Ms. Latimers art room, something that students often use as a reference.The still life process is fun, its a lot of experimentation and trial and error, Yan says.
May’s Artist of the Month: Rachel Yan
Senior Andrew Boyer and junior Charlotte Richter exit the doors of the North building and walk their way to the orange carpet, showing off their attire.
WHS slays the orange carpet
Massachusetts Amazing Emerging Artists held an art competition where students from all over the state could submit their work to be judged. Wayland High School had five student participants, four of which won awards for their work.
Achievers of the MAEA
Stay up to date with the newest books in WHS own library just this month with Check It Out! by Bryn Leonard.
Check It Out: New LMC arrivals: April edition
The image above is Junior Rachel Yans latest piece, a charcoal still life. Rachels piece is based on a bust statue in Ms. Latimers art room, something that students often use as a reference.The still life process is fun, its a lot of experimentation and trial and error, Yan says.
May’s Artist of the Month: Rachel Yan
In this piece, senior Skylar Gould showcases a step-by-step from when she wakes up to when she leaves for school. Goulds inspiration for this piece was her own morning routine.
Artist of the Month: Skylar Gould
Below is an artistic profile of junior Rachel Yan, the latest to be spotlighted in Artist of the Month.
Artist of the Month: Kaya Oleson
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Artist of the Month: Katherine Lambert
Artist of the Month: Katherine Lambert
Fashionistas of the Month: Katie Schouten and Jack McCahan
Fashionistas of the Month: Katie Schouten and Jack McCahan
Fashionistas of the Month: Lilly O’Driscoll and Jett Peter
Fashionistas of the Month: Lilly O’Driscoll and Jett Peter
The Fashionistas of the Month are seniors Ryan MacDonald and Sofia Barris. They both encourage others to use fashion as a way to express themselves.
Fashionistas of the Month: Ryan MacDonald and Sofia Barris
Junior Ava Tang dresses in New Balance, Levis and thrifted clothing. Tangs favorite piece of clothing to dress in are sweaters. I think there [are] a lot of different patterns you can find or different bright colors with different fabrics and stuff,” Tang said
Ava Tang
Junior Sarah Davis dresses in Brandy Melville, Nike and thrifted clothing. However, Daviss favorite store is Urban Outfitters. They have a lot of different kind of clothes in my opinion, just a good mixture,” Davis said.
Sarah Davis
WSPNs Kally Proctor and Reva Datar discuss the leaked Supreme Court draft that could overrule Roe v. Wade.
A step backwards: The Supreme Court’s decision will strip women of their power
WSPNs Brenden ORourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.
Warrior Weekly: NBA Conference Finals
WSPNs Penelope Biddle discusses the harm that fake news can cause when it is spread unchecked. For example, the incident that occurred on the night of May 2, 2022 and left many residents with questions.
Opinion: Small towns need to learn how to handle big rumors
WSPNs Deirdre Brown discusses mental health help for Student Athletes.
Morgan’s Message: Student-athletes have feelings too
WSPNs Selena Liu discusses the difficulty of taking a language class at WHS.
Opinion: The difficulty in persevering through language classes
Editorial: Weighted GPAs need to stay
Editorial: Weighted GPAs need to stay
Editorial: WSPN stands with Parkland students
Editorial: WSPN stands with Parkland students
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang discusses the importance of food to his family.
ABC: The language of food
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang addresses the rise in attacks on Asians and the importance of continuing to talk about the unjust treatment towards Asians.
ABC: An American just like you
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about the struggles of being an average Asian.
ABC: An average Asian
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about Chinese school and his regrets about quitting.
ABC: Why I should’ve stuck with Chinese school
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about what its like having two names and what a name means to him.
ABC: What’s my name?
Jelly bean tasting contest
Jelly bean tasting contest
Weekly Breakdown Episode 54: Mask mandate and Wayland Music Festival
Weekly Breakdown Episode 54: Mask mandate and Wayland Music Festival
Weekly Breakdown Episode 53: Increasing Covid-19 cases and Town Meeting
Weekly Breakdown Episode 53: Increasing Covid-19 cases and Town Meeting
Weekly Breakdown Episode 52: AP Tests and World Fair
Weekly Breakdown Episode 52: AP Tests and World Fair
Weekly Breakdown Episode 51: Student Council Elections and Prom
Weekly Breakdown Episode 51: Student Council Elections and Prom
Kaitlyn Mabe: The Comeback Season (Video)
Kaitlyn Mabe: The Comeback Season (Video)
IBL Micd Up Pt. 2 (video)
IBL Mic’d Up Pt. 2 (video)
Wayland Sports Chat: S4E5 Super Bowl Special
IBL Micd Up (video)
IBL Mic’d Up (video)
Wayland Sports Chat: S4E4
Wayland Sports Chat: S4E4
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Join Staff Reporters Tina Su and Hallie Luo in a review of Adeles newest album, 30.

[Photo] Album Review: 30

December 14, 2021
Join sophomores Hallie Luo and Talia Macchi in their review of Taylor Swifts latest album, Red (Taylors Version).

[Photo] Album Review: “Red (Taylor’s Version)”

November 29, 2021
In this edition of Staff Reviews, WSPNs Isabella Ciasullo discusses the latest and greatest from Taylor Swift.

[Photo] Song Review: Taylor Swift’s “Mr. Perfectly Fine”

April 30, 2021
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[Photo] Remember the Good News

April 4, 2021
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[Photo] Album Review: Fiona Apple’s “Fetch the Bolt Cutters”

March 9, 2021
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[Photo] Album Review: Miki Matsubara’s “Pocket Park”

March 3, 2021
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[Photo] Album Review: Taylor Swift’s “Evermore”

February 11, 2021
In this installment of Chat with Cat, managing editor Caterina Tomassini discusses the recent riots spreading through the nation due to George Floyd’s death.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Not the right response

June 3, 2020
After an interview with college journalism professors, managing editor Caterina Tomassini explains why asking basic questions is essential to journalism

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Why admitting ignorance is the smartest thing you can do

June 10, 2020
In this installment of Chat with Cat, WSPN’s Caterina Tomassini reflects on the recent death of George Floyd, a black man from Minneapolis.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: An open letter to the officers who killed George Floyd

May 29, 2020
WSPN’s Alyssa Dickstein reviews songs written by artists while in quarantine. By writing and recording music from their homes these artists have been able to raise money to support COVID-19 recovery efforts such as Crew Nation and the First Responder Childrens Foundation, and raise awareness for CNN’s Heroes campaign.

[Photo] Review: “Stuck With U” and “Level of Concern”

May 20, 2020
With WHS approaching its eighth week of quarantine, students are beginning to feel more stressed, anxious and depressed. Reporters Taylor McGuire and Caterina Tomassini talk with fellow students to learn more about mental health and quarantine.

[Photo] Self-Isolation and Mental Health: COVID-19 furthers anxiety

May 5, 2020

Teachers deliver ‘We Miss You’ video message

April 12, 2020
As the world goes on lockdown amidst COVID-19, a surprising trend has emerged: air pollution is decreasing. WSPN discusses the contributing factors in a new column about climate change.

[Photo] Air pollution decreases amid pandemic, saving lives

April 7, 2020
Nine years after the first person was cured of HIV, the world finally has a second instance where a person was cured. Surprisingly, the treatment that ended up curing him was not meant to do so.

[Photo] News Brief: Second person cured of HIV in the world

April 12, 2020
In the latest installment of Chat with Cat, WSPNs Caterina Tomassini shines a light on Autism Awareness month.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Bring back cursive

April 6, 2020
In the latest installment of Staff Reviews, WSPNs Andrew Boyer provides an in-depth dive into the latest release by Philly-based rapper Lil Uzi Vert, the highly-anticipated Eternal Atake.

[Photo] Review: Lil Uzi Vert’s “Eternal Atake”

April 9, 2020
In the latest installment of Staff Reviews, WSPNs Brasen Chi offers a review of Sonic the Hedgehog.

[Photo] Movie Review: Sonic the Hedgehog

April 28, 2020
My Turn, Atlanta rapper Lil Babys sophomore album, dropped on Feb. 28. WSPNs Andrew Boyer offers an in-depth, song-by-song review of the project.

[Photo] Album Review: Lil Baby’s “My Turn”

March 23, 2020
Reporter Alyssa Dickstein shines light on this weeks most cheerful news: football, pizza and dogs

[Photo] The Good News: restaurants, blue whales and Dr. Suess

March 25, 2020
In the latest installment of Staff Reviews, WSPNs Alyssa Dickstein provides a review of Harry Styles latest album, Fine Line.

[Photo] Review: Harry Styles’ “Fine Line”

February 6, 2020
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[Photo] Half Hour Hook: Pilot

December 28, 2019
Coldplays lead singer Chris Martin performs onstage with his bandmates. WSPNs Alyssa Dickstein offers a review on the bands latest album, Everyday Life.

[Photo] Song Review: “Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa

December 16, 2019
College

[Photo] College Sports Junkies Episode 1: College Football Conference Championships

December 9, 2019
In the latest installment of Chat with Cat, editor Caterina Tomassini discusses a tragic occurrence and the importance of appreciating the unsung heroes of our society.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Thank You

November 18, 2019
In the latest installment of Chat with Cat, editor Caterina Tomassini explores social deficiencies and their implications for current and upcoming generations.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Silence

November 13, 2019
Max Brande gives his take on prospective Heisman Trophy winners.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: Heisman Hopefuls

November 13, 2019
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