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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
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: September 9 – Presidential debate takeaways, Karen Read conviction and tips for this school year
Catch up on what you might have missed during the presidential debate on Tuesday.
Some takeaways from Tuesday’s presidential debate
From the presidential race to the Paris Olympic games, this summer's news was filled with headlines you can't miss.
In the news this summer
A car accident occurred this evening near Charena Road. Local authorities responded to the incident.
Breaking News: Car crash on Old Connecticut Path
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 Down Breaking News: Possible TikTok ban
Breaking Down Breaking News: Possible TikTok ban
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
A car accident occurred this evening near Charena Road. Local authorities responded to the incident.
Breaking News: Car crash on Old Connecticut Path
A World War II grenade was found on Loker Elementary School grounds in the afternoon. Police arrived at the scene and determined the grenade posed no threat.
Breaking news: Inactive World War II grenade found on Loker grounds
A World War II grenade was found on Loker Elementary School grounds in the afternoon. Police arrived at the scene and determined the grenade posed no threat.
News Brief: Monday’s solar eclipse may cause sports cancellations
On Wednesday, March 13, former Wayland Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Omar Easy filed a lawsuit against the town of Wayland, former School Committee Chair Chris Ryan and School Committee member Ellen Grieco.
Former Superintendent Dr. Omar Easy files lawsuit against Wayland
The Class of 2024's graduation is set to take place Friday, June 7, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m..
News Brief: Class of 2024 graduation
The class officers were announced today, May 23.
Breaking news: Student executive board officer results and upcoming run-off election
A World War II grenade was found on Loker Elementary School grounds in the afternoon. Police arrived at the scene and determined the grenade posed no threat.
News Brief: 2024 junior prom
A World War II grenade was found on Loker Elementary School grounds in the afternoon. Police arrived at the scene and determined the grenade posed no threat.
News Brief: AP testing takes place at WHS
A World War II grenade was found on Loker Elementary School grounds in the afternoon. Police arrived at the scene and determined the grenade posed no threat.
News Brief: Tuesday’s schedule change
WSPN's Bella Schreiber shares her top tips to having a successful year in school.
A guide to thriving in school
WSPN's Bella Schreiber summarizes the 2023-2024 school year.
2023-2024 Year in Review
Senior Andry Nasief eliminates senior Graham Schwendt outside of the WHS commons. Senior Assassin has been a tradition for over a decade. During the spring the graduating class of WHS participates in a competitive and exciting game with their classmates. The game consists of several rounds, involving safety items and water guns.
Senior Assassin: A WHS tradition
Co-founders of the Eliza J. Norton Foundation (EJNF ) Julie and Mark Norton celebrate at Gillette Stadium for being recognized as Myra Kraft Community MVP award winners.
Eliza J. Norton Foundation: Bringing a community together
The Wayland residents who volunteer to coach baseball try to make the environment fun and uplifting for players. “[I try] to build the kids up,” Co-Commissioner and coach for a Minors team Alex Ahmed said. “If someone strikes out, you encourage them, [and] say that [they] get another chance, [or they] could try again next time.”
Wayland Little League: Hitting it out of the park
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
Co-founders of the Eliza J. Norton Foundation (EJNF ) Julie and Mark Norton celebrate at Gillette Stadium for being recognized as Myra Kraft Community MVP award winners.
Eliza J. Norton Foundation: Bringing a community together
The Wayland residents who volunteer to coach baseball try to make the environment fun and uplifting for players. “[I try] to build the kids up,” Co-Commissioner and coach for a Minors team Alex Ahmed said. “If someone strikes out, you encourage them, [and] say that [they] get another chance, [or they] could try again next time.”
Wayland Little League: Hitting it out of the park
Junior Alex Crawford kicks the ball to a teammate while in the midst of running down the soccer field. After suffering an injury that nearly ended his career, Crawford got an offer from his club coach to play on the Major League Soccer (MLS) NEXT team.
Alex Crawford: The comeback kid
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
Class of 2023 graduate Molly Morneweck onscreen at Somerville Theater in "Growing Pains." In this follow up to last year's spotlight on Morneweck, "Growing Pains" premieres.
“Growing Pains”: WHS graduate’s feature film premieres
New England Patriots players warm up before the beginning of their game against the Chicago Bears in 2023.
New England Patriots: A look into their 2024 season campaign
WSPN shares information about every 2024 fall sport, including a recap of each team's 2023 season, the team captains and upcoming games.
Fall sports preview 2024
The boys volleyball team has made it through the playoffs and talks about what they expect to do at the championship game. 
Wayland boys volleyball: Journey to the state championship
Junior Alex Crawford kicks the ball to a teammate while in the midst of running down the soccer field. After suffering an injury that nearly ended his career, Crawford got an offer from his club coach to play on the Major League Soccer (MLS) NEXT team.
Alex Crawford: The comeback kid
Wayland High School seniors prepare to move on from their last season of high school sports. "My favorite memories from baseball are the walk off wins we've had and the team dinners, specifically the team bonding," senior and boys varsity baseball captain Ezra Wyner said. "Being a part of the team and being a captain definitely helped my leadership, communication and work ethic skills."
The end of a journey: Seniors finish their last season of high school sports
Junior Anna Yalli serves the ball. Along with playing for the Wayland team, Yalli plays for the Slam Volleyball club team.
Girls volleyball serves up a victory at home opener
Sophomore Mackenzie Morris prepares to make a shot. The following game on Saturday, June 9, Wayland faced Foxborough High School, and lost with a final score of 10-15. The result of this game took the team out of the playoffs. "We had a good run in the playoffs, but we lost today in the quarterfinals," Morris said. "I'm looking forward to playing together with a lot of the same team next year."
Girls lacrosse faces off against Dover-Sherborn
From left to right, seniors Ava Balukonis and Sophie Roman, captain senior Lulu Kazlas, Weston captain senior Siena Flanigan and senior Maddie Genis drive their oars forward.
Girls crew team prepares for states
Girls varsity lacrosse falls short to Melrose on senior night with a final score of 5-14.
Game recap: Girls lacrosse falls to Melrose on senior night
Junior Thomas Ali charges after a Newton South attackman, attempting to work him towards the sideline.
Boys lacrosse edged out by Newton South on senior night
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 Jeffery Zhang discusses his thoughts on why Jannik Sinner should be suspended.
Opinion: Jannik Sinner should not have been allowed to play the US Open
WSPN's Ryan Chase reflects on whether or not Karen Read should be convicted.
Opinion: Karen Read, Beyond Reasonable Doubt?
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang reflects on why young people don't vote.
Opinion: Partisan journalism is the reason we don’t vote
WSPN’s Elyssa Grillo and Emma Zocco reflect on the recent trend of high ticket prices and the trials faced by fans attempting to buy tickets for a concert.
Ticket turmoil: The battle for concert seats
WSPN's Sophia Verma and Olivia Green discuss their thoughts and opinions on Louisiana's new abortion ban and the effects that it will have on women's health.
Opinion: Louisiana’s 90th abortion restriction affects women’s health everywhere
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 reporter Melina Barris as she discusses her favorite fall activities.
Top five fall activities
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
Back to school crossword
Back to school crossword
Join WSPN reporter Natalie Greenaway as she compares and contrasts the It Ends With Us book and movie.
A tale told twice: It Ends With Us book vs. movie review
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
Fashionista of the Month: March
Fashionista of the Month: March
Join Staff Reporter Fiona Peltonen as she discusses her thoughts about the outfits worn at the 2024 Oscars.
2024 Oscars outfit review
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
Join reporters Mischa Lee and Elyssa Grillo as they discuss their fashion predictions for 2024.
Fashion predictions for 2024
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 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?
Crossword: St. Patrick's Day
Crossword: St. Patrick’s Day
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
Join WSPN reporter Natalie Greenaway as she compares and contrasts the It Ends With Us book and movie.
A tale told twice: It Ends With Us book vs. movie review
Join WSPN reporter Torryn Carlson as she discusses Billie Eilish's new album “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT."
Album review: “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”
WSPN's Bowen Morrison discusses his thoughts on the new album "WE STILL DON'T TRUST YOU."
“WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU:” Metro Boomin and Future’s Unforgettable Album
As a Waltham player dribbles the ball, sophomore Natalie O'Neill pressures her. "I thought the game went well and the team had really good communication, and there was a lot of cheering," O'neill said. "Maeve and Avery had some really good goals and I thought everyone worked well together on the field."
Girls soccer takes down Waltham
Junior Anna Yalli serves the ball. Along with playing for the Wayland team, Yalli plays for the Slam Volleyball club team.
Girls volleyball serves up a victory at home opener
Senior Jack Goode smiles as he runs toward the crowd of seniors. "I was happy to spend the morning with friends," Goode said. "I felt connected to my senior class."
Class of 2025 celebrates last first day of high school
Sophomore Mackenzie Morris prepares to make a shot. The following game on Saturday, June 9, Wayland faced Foxborough High School, and lost with a final score of 10-15. The result of this game took the team out of the playoffs. "We had a good run in the playoffs, but we lost today in the quarterfinals," Morris said. "I'm looking forward to playing together with a lot of the same team next year."
Girls lacrosse faces off against Dover-Sherborn
The Class of 2024's graduation ceremony took place at WHS last Friday, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m..
Class of 2024 walks the stage at graduation
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 90: Picture day, fall sports in full swing and yearbook sales
Weekly Breakdown Episode 90: Picture day, fall sports in full swing and yearbook sales
Weekly Breakdown Episode 89: Back to school night and fall sports
Weekly Breakdown Episode 89: Back to school night and fall sports
Brat summer analysis
Brat summer analysis
The boys volleyball team has made it through the playoffs and talks about what they expect to do at the championship game. 
Wayland boys volleyball: Journey to the state championship
Weekly Breakdown Episode 88: Final exams, playoff games and laptop collection
Weekly Breakdown Episode 88: Final exams, playoff games and laptop collection
Weekly Breakdown Episode 90: Picture day, fall sports in full swing and yearbook sales
Weekly Breakdown Episode 90: Picture day, fall sports in full swing and yearbook sales
Weekly Breakdown Episode 89: Back to school night and fall sports
Weekly Breakdown Episode 89: Back to school night and fall sports
Weekly Breakdown Episode 88: Final exams, playoff games and laptop collection
Weekly Breakdown Episode 88: Final exams, playoff games and laptop collection
Weekly Breakdown Episode 87: MCAS, career day and playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 87: MCAS, career day and playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 86: Seniors final week of classes and spring sports coming to an end
Weekly Breakdown Episode 86: Seniors final week of classes and spring sports coming to an end
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 Picky Eater Picks Episode 20: Playa Bowls
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 20: Playa Bowls
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 19: Yogurt Beach
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 19: Yogurt Beach
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 18: Crumbl Cookies
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 18: Crumbl Cookies
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Prom 2014 (156 photos)

Prom 2014 (156 photos)

Nandita Subbiah, Sammy Keating, Julia Reck, and Lizzy Worstell
May 18, 2014
Pictured above is senior and foreign exchange student Doruk Uyar. Uyar is returning to Switzerland this summer after almost a year in the US. "I'm having so much fun I'm worried the rest of my life will be boring," Uyar said.

Doruk Uyar: This year is a dream come true for me

Sammy Keating
May 12, 2014
A cappella groups perform in annual concert

A cappella groups perform in annual concert

Elena Erdekian, Sammy Keating, and Thomas Chan
May 4, 2014
WSPN's Sammy Keating reviews this year's spring musical, Disney's Beauty and the Beast

Review: WHSTE’s Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Sammy Keating
May 2, 2014
Pictured above is WSPN's featured artist of the week, sophomore Calvin Laituri.

Featured Artist: Calvin Laituri

Sammy Keating
April 10, 2014
Pictured above is WSPN's featured artist of the week, sophomore Larissa Sehringer.

Featured Artist: Larissa Sehringer

Sammy Keating
April 1, 2014
Pictured above is Pacifists at War. The band, which consists of three WHS students, released its first album in January. "It’s interesting hearing the finished recordings after because I wrote the songs for our newest album," band member Alex Karle said.

Pacifists at War releases first full album

Sammy Keating
April 1, 2014
Senior Rachel Moser-Hardy is known for her creative artwork, which is shown around WHS.

Featured Artist: Rachel Moser-Hardy

Sammy Keating
March 26, 2014

Aer exclusive interview

Sammy Keating
January 22, 2014

Review: Smashburger

Sammy Keating
January 13, 2014
Pictured above is the DC Burger, a staple of all Met Bar restaurants. The Met Bar is a popular restaurant in the Natick Collection. WSPN sat down for a meal to review The Met Bar.

The Met Bar: Restaurant Review

Sammy Keating
December 9, 2013
Pictured above is senior Sydney Schaefer. Schaefer has been dancing since the age of five and is one of the directors of WHS' dance troupe, Window. “I think it’s just a really good stress reliever, no matter what you’re doing,” Schaefer said. “It takes your mind away from everything else that’s going on. In dance you’re never wrong, it’s just something you always keep improving on. It proves that the amount of effort you put into something pays off.”

Sydney Schaefer: It takes your mind away from everything else that’s going on

Sammy Keating
December 1, 2013
Above, junior Melissa Smith, senior Liam Fay and sophomore Jackson DiIanni perform in this year's fall play, "D.O.A." WSPN's Sammy Keating reviews "D.O.A." and decides what she likes and dislikes about the WHSTE production.

“D.O.A.”: Review

Sammy Keating
November 14, 2013
Above, the Wayland High School Theater Ensemble prepares for rehearsal. This year, WHSTE will be showing D.O.A. “We’ve done original plays for a number of years” WHSTE director and dramatic arts teacher Richard Weingartner said. “That’s been part of our mandate… That’s what makes us unique from other schools because we work as playwrights as well.”

WHSTE to perform “Dead On Arrival” as fall play

Sammy Keating
October 23, 2013
Meet WHS's new teachers

Meet WHS’s new teachers

Sammy Keating
September 25, 2013

Students have summer adventures

Sammy Keating, Elena Erdekian, Nandita Subbiah, Harry Falber, Thomas Chan, and Brendan Lau
September 21, 2013
Above, seniors Maddie Conroy, Sarah Mitty, and junior Julia Chinman visit Betanzos, Galicia, Spain. This week, students from IES Francisco Aguiar will come to Wayland as part of an exchange program. “[Everyone in Spain] was very friendly to me,” senior Sammy Karle, another student who went to Betanzos last year, said. “Life moves a little slower there; everyone is calm, and it is more relaxed there than it is here in America.”

Wayland students welcome the arrival of Spanish exchange students

Sammy Keating
September 9, 2013
A day in the life of custodian Tony Pilla

A day in the life of custodian Tony Pilla

Sammy Keating
May 31, 2013
A closer look at the course selection process

A closer look at the course selection process

Sammy Keating
March 24, 2013
With third quarter wrapping up, students are now choosing their courses for the upcoming school year.

Override process allows students to benefit in higher level classes

Sammy Keating
March 24, 2013
WW '13: Stomp Nation teaches how to step dance

WW ’13: Stomp Nation teaches how to step dance

Sammy Keating
February 1, 2013
Jothy Rosenberg gives his presentation on life with an amputated leg on the main stage. A Wayland resident, Rosenberg lost his leg to Osteosarcoma - a rare form of bone cancer found only in teenagers. Despite his disability, Rosenberg continues to ski, swim and climb mountains, saying, "who says I can't," as a motto.

WW ’13: Rosenburg discusses life with amputated leg

Sammy Keating
January 31, 2013
WW '13: Kacyvenski discusses his drive to succeed

WW ’13: Kacyvenski discusses his drive to succeed

Sammy Keating
January 31, 2013
Junior Ahmed Nasri has been in the United States of America for the last five months as an exchange student from Tunisia. Nasri was chosen to be a part of American Field Service (AFS), a program which allows students to study abroad. During his time in America, Nasri will be staying with the Palmer family, whose daughter, Kira, studied in France through AFS.

Ahmed Nasri: It is great to learn how this beautiful country came about

Sammy Keating
January 14, 2013
Students described WHS' art classes. Ben Penrose (painting above) thinks that art is an independent class.

Students describe WHS arts experience

Sammy Keating
December 28, 2012
The freshman class will host the first Santa Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, December 8.

News Brief: Class of 2016 to host first Santa Pancake Breakfast

Sammy Keating
December 6, 2012
Sammy recommends enjoying Mrs. Lash's mint brownies on the second day of our 25 Days of Cookies.

25 Days of Cookies: Mrs. Lash’s Mint Brownies

Sammy Keating
December 2, 2012
Students and faculty play in annual dodgeball tournament (30 photos)

Students and faculty play in annual dodgeball tournament (30 photos)

Sammy Keating
November 24, 2012
Caroline Bache, Taylor Fletcher and Jamie Carver are all playing on the varsity soccer teams as freshmen. Above, Carver (number 29) helps his teammate Andrés Pascual-Leone in a game against Westford Academy.

Bache, Fletcher and Carver reflect on playing varsity soccer as freshmen

Sammy Keating
October 9, 2012
Tommy Hunley, who joined Wayland High School in the middle of the 2011-2012 school year, is now a goalie on WHS's varsity lacrosse team.

Tommy Hunley: The more you think about attacking the ball, the less chance you’ll get hit

Sammy Keating
May 14, 2012
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