• August 29WHS to begin classes Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021
  • April 12WSPN wins NSPA Online Pacemaker Award
  • March 21WSPN wins 2021 Gold Crown Award from the CSPA
  • January 21Order your 2021 yearbook! Use the link https://www.yearbookordercenter.com
  • October 16Wayland High School to offer free lunches for all students for the entire 2020-2021 school year
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As the pandemic reaches its one-year mark, people are becoming more eager to find the 'light at the end of the tunnel' by receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. But, as the Town is no longer receiving vaccine doses, it may become difficult for residents to get be inoculated. “A lot of people thought ‘I don’t care, I will go anywhere.’ I would’ve gone at two o’clock in the morning to get vaccinated,” math teacher Hannah Marton said. “I just wanted to get vaccinated and a lot of people are the same way.”
News Brief: Wayland Health Department suspends COVID-19 vaccinations
In a survey sent out to Wayland High School students, students thought of one word or phrase that describes or commemorates the past year. Among the most common words were unprecedented, Zoom and social distancing.
COVID-19: One year later
Three months into hybrid learning, students are learning how to adjust to a new style of schooling.
WHS students reflect on hybrid learning experience
As COVID-19 numbers continue to rise, the coronavirus infiltrates the life of some WHS students. Junior Ryan MacDonald felt the effects first hand as he contracted the virus and had to spend almost two weeks in quarantine.
WHS students share their experiences with COVID-19
An emergency town meeting between the Board of Health, Board of Selectmen, school committee, town administrator, and other public health officials was held today to discuss how Wayland Public Schools would return to school on Jan. 4. After several hours of discussion, each board suggested to superintendent Arthur Unobskey that WPS should remain in hybrid format unless the school does not have sufficient medical coverage. All schools except the middle school, which will be remote, will hold in person classes on Monday.
All schools but the middle school to be hybrid on Monday, Jan. 4
Two soap dispensers rest on the sink after being ripped off from its usual place.
Popular TikTok trend “devious licks” causes destruction in school bathrooms
Wayland High School seniors gather outside on the first day of school for a class picture. In the upcoming year, many members of the class of 2022 will face the stressful college application process, in addition to spending one last year with their grade. “I’m looking forward to the last year with our grade,” senior Sidney O’Rourke said. “Obviously I hope things are somewhat normal just because the last two years have not been at all. I’m looking forward to just senior events, hopefully, they’ll be fun, even with Covid.”
The class of 2022 tackles senior year and the college preparation process
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Tess Alongi summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI – Week of August 29 and September 5: First day of school, summer jobs and Texas’ Senate Bill 8
Wayland Swim and Tennis club lifeguards gather in the pool. Many WHS students started working this summer at many different places, including WSTC.
WHS students stay busy over the summer
Many wait in line to get COVID-19 tested. The US requires people returning from international locations to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before arrival.
Traveling during a COVID-19 summer: Year two
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Tess Alongi summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI – Week of August 29 and September 5: First day of school, summer jobs and Texas’ Senate Bill 8
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Tess Alongi summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI – Week of June 7: College precalculus final controversy, Class of 2021’s class night and WHS students summer plans
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Tess Alongi summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI – Week of May 31: Supreme Court Case, no finals and art for charity
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Tess Alongi summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of May 24 – Wrap students, signing day and the need for students to be vaccinated
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Tess Alongi summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN articles.
ICYMI: Week of May 17 – Spring sports, turf fields and new mask mandates
Weekly Breakdown Episode 28: MCAS and Public Library
Weekly Breakdown Episode 28: MCAS and Public Library
Weekly Breakdown Episode 27: Memorial Day Ceremony and Senior Week
Weekly Breakdown Episode 27: Memorial Day Ceremony and Senior Week
Weekly Breakdown Episode 26: Rivalry Games and Town Meeting
Weekly Breakdown Episode 26: Rivalry Games and Town Meeting
Weekly Breakdown Episode 25: Senior Assassin and Boy Scouts
Weekly Breakdown Episode 25: Senior Assassin and Boy Scouts
Weekly Breakdown Episode 24: April Break And Town Elections
Weekly Breakdown Episode 24: April Break And Town Elections
The Youth 4 Period Equity Organization will hold a rally outside the Massachusetts State House Thursday, Sept. 23 from 4-6 p.m. to raise awareness for the I Am bill. “[The ‘I AM Bill’] is an expansive measure that would ensure free menstrual care to public schools, shelters, prisons and jails across Massachusetts,” Youth 4 Period Equity Co-Founder Hannah Swichtenberg said.
Youth 4 Period Equity, because periods don’t stop during a pandemic
What's Going On With Wayland's Water?
What’s Going On With Wayland’s Water?
Here is a list of the top ten things Wayland High School students need to know going into the 2021-2022 school year.
Ten Things to Know About the 2021-22 WHS School Year
As classes come to a close Thursday, June 17, WSPN's Jonathan Zhang summarizes the 2020-2021 school year.
2020-2021 Year in Review
A collection of Wayland High School's MVP Club handouts. The district's Healthy Relationship Task Force focuses on ensuring healthy relationships in the district. It was formed after the Dear Wayland Instagram account, which highlighted anonymous stories of sexual assault in Wayland, went viral in summer 2020.
The Healthy Relationships Task Force concludes for the school year
Healthy Living Episode 18: Interview Recap
Healthy Living Episode 18: Interview Recap
The Social Media Epidemic
The Social Media Epidemic
Healthy Living Episode 17: Athlete Interview with Kate Balicki
Healthy Living Episode 17: Athlete Interview with Kate Balicki
Healthy Living Episode 16: Athlete Interview with Kyle Mabe
Healthy Living Episode 16: Athlete Interview with Kyle Mabe
Healthy Living Episode 15: Athlete Interview with Emma Kiernan
Healthy Living Episode 15: Athlete Interview with Emma Kiernan
Healthy Living Episode 18: Interview Recap
Healthy Living Episode 18: Interview Recap
Healthy Living Episode 17: Athlete Interview with Kate Balicki
Healthy Living Episode 17: Athlete Interview with Kate Balicki
Healthy Living Episode 16: Athlete Interview with Kyle Mabe
Healthy Living Episode 16: Athlete Interview with Kyle Mabe
Healthy Living Episode 15: Athlete Interview with Emma Kiernan
Healthy Living Episode 15: Athlete Interview with Emma Kiernan
Healthy Living Episode 14: Athlete Interview with Julia Pak
Healthy Living Episode 14: Athlete Interview with Julia Pak
The Wayland Warriors started off their season with a huge 40-6 win over Hopkinton. They will face off against Amesbury this upcoming Friday.
Game Recap: Wayland takes down Hopkinton in season opener
WSPN's Aditya Weling discusses the Patriots releasing Cam Newton and its wider impact on the team.
Warrior Weekly: Cam Newton’s release and its wider impact
Natick High School junior Jake Blatnica received USA Today's Special Olympics Athlete of the Year Award.
Natick athlete bounces back to sports with a USA Today Special Olympics award
WSPN’s Emily Roberge discusses Simone Biles withdrawing from several of her Olympic events, and how her decision changed the conversation of mental health in sports.
No‌ ‌pain,‌ ‌no‌ ‌gain:‌ ‌How‌ ‌Simone‌ ‌Biles‌ ‌brought‌ ‌the‌ ‌conversation‌ ‌of‌ ‌mental‌ ‌health‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌forefront‌ ‌ ‌
Senior Garrett Spooner runs with the ball and performs a maneuver to dodge the opponent who is actively trying to steal possession.
Pre-season Success: Boys Soccer beats Pentucket 6-2
Senior football captain Nick Dresens readies himself for his opponents' next play. For the past three years, Dresens has been a largely unstoppable defensive force for the Warriors.
Athlete of the Month: Nick Dresens
Senior Luke Tacelli prepares for the upcoming season. The football season was pushed back due to COVID-19.
Athlete of the Month: Luke Tacelli
Senior Eric Zhang attempts to overtake the attacking player without violating the COVID-19 restrictions. Zhang was a starting center back, a position which he has played for only two years. “When I moved to varsity, I moved from a midfielder to a defender,” Zhang said. “It was probably due to a shortage of defenders and an abundance of midfielders. No one wants to play center-back. You simply don't get a lot of recognition and you missout on being able to dribble, shoot, and the other more fun aspects of soccer. So getting into the mindset that I had to do my job and could only do my job was hard at first.”
Athlete of the Month: Eric Zhang
Sophomore Jason Shu watches an ongoing meet before it’s his turn to race.
Jason Shu: Another set toward success
Boys varsity lacrosse captain Michael Lampert cradles the ball as an opposing player attempts to steal the ball. He runs while using his size to his advantage, looking for an opening to throw the ball for a play. “I would say my biggest challenge has been people doubting my size,” Lampert said. “I have overcome this by doing extra workouts to show people that I can use my size to my advantage.”
Athlete of the Month: Michael Lampert
WSPN's Aditya Weling discusses the Patriots releasing Cam Newton and its wider impact on the team.
Warrior Weekly: Cam Newton’s release and its wider impact
WSPN's Aditya Weling picks apart the top contenders for this years NBA playoffs. With this year being far from normal and filled with countless injuries, many teams are looking to step up and bring the hardware back to its city.
Warrior Weekly: NBA playoffs
WSPN's Gabe Likerman and Max Brande lay out the events and picks from the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Warrior Weekly: NFL Draft first round breakdown
WSPN's Gabe Likerman discusses the top ten quarterback prospects entering Thursdays draft.
Warrior Weekly: Top QB prospects in 2021 NFL Draft
WSPN's Dante Coppola reviews some of the bigger deals that happened during this year's NHL Trade Deadline.
Warrior Weekly: Biggest moves of the 2021 NHL Trade Deadline
Two soap dispensers rest on the sink after being ripped off from its usual place.
Popular TikTok trend “devious licks” causes destruction in school bathrooms
Student Council President Luciano Sebastianelli and Vice President Devin DiCarlo make their first day of school speech as they inform everyone on what they're planning for the school year.
First day of school 2021
The ninth-graders stand in line as everyone begins to enter the high school building for the start of orientation.
Welcome, Class of 2025! Ninth-graders come together for freshman orientation
Senior Garrett Spooner runs with the ball and performs a maneuver to dodge the opponent who is actively trying to steal possession.
Pre-season Success: Boys Soccer beats Pentucket 6-2
What's Going On With Wayland's Water?
What’s Going On With Wayland’s Water?
Junior Haley Melvin goes up for a layup as a Bedford player attempts to block the ball from entering the net.
Photo of the Week
Senior captains Porter Moody and Noah Lee celebrate a shot made by Moody. Both players have been a strong addition to the team for multiple years.
Photo of The Week
During Spirit Week, juniors Luciano Sebastianelli, Ryan MacDonald and Zach Mittelsteadt all come to school dressed in clothes for their favorite holiday.
Photo of The Week
Junior Garrett Spooner waits for ref to blow his whistle, signaling the start of the game.
Photo of the Week
Photo of The Week
Photo of The Week
Quiz: Can WSPN guess your favorite season?
Quiz: Can WSPN guess your favorite season?
'Nobody' is a dramatic movie about a supposed normal citizen, but what happens when he's pushed to the edge and his past is unveiled?
Movie Review: Nobody
The DJ attracts the most people when he plays 'The Cotton Eyed-Joe,' a jig everyone seems to know by heart. Seniors Darcy Foreman and Becca Lieb lead everyone in the dance, standing in the front with their colorful gowns.
Where are they off to? WHS senior map
WHS theatre preforms Leonard Bernstein's New York outside on May 21, May 22 and May 23.
WHSTE’S New York: Theatre amidst the pandemic
A group of senior girls gather together for a golden hour photo shoot.
Class of 2021’s Class Night
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Artist of the Month: Amelie Martin
Artist of the Month: Katherine Lambert
Artist of the Month: Katherine Lambert
Artist of the Month: Nadia Calder
Artist of the Month: Nadia Calder
Artist of the Month: Jasmin Wong
Artist of the Month: Jasmin Wong
Junior Jett Peter initially grew an interest in art when he was in elementary school, but he developed a much better understanding after taking art classes at the high school for three years.
Artist of the month: Jett Peter
Guest writers seniors Sophia Mastrangelo and Maria Perdomo discuss ABC’s “The Bachelor” and give the inside scoop on departures and new arrivals.
The Bachelor Rewind: And then there were three
Guest writers seniors Sophia Mastrangelo and Maria Perdomo discuss ABC’s “The Bachelor” and give the inside scoop on departures and new arrivals.
The Bachelor Rewind: The craziness has started
Guest writers seniors Sophia Mastrangelo and Maria Perdomo discuss ABC’s “The Bachelor” and give the inside scoop on departures and new arrivals.
The Bachelor Rewind: New season, new drama
Guest writers seniors Sophia Mastrangelo and Maria Perdomo discuss ABC’s “The Bachelor” and give the inside scoop on departures and new arrivals.
The Bachelor Rewind: The finale
Guest writers seniors Sophia Mastrangelo and Maria Perdomo discuss ABC’s “The Bachelor” and give the inside scoop on departures and new arrivals.
The Bachelor Rewind: who is still standing?
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 for November are juniors Ryan MaCdonald and Sofia Barris. They both encourage others to use fashion as a way to express themselves. “My best fashion advice is to not worry about what other people think and to have confidence in what you wear,” Barris said.
Fashionistas of the Month: Ryan MacDonald and Sofia Barris
Junior Ava Tang dresses in New Balance, Levi's and
Ava Tang
Junior Sarah Davis dresses in Brandy Melville, Nike and
Sarah Davis
In the first installment of Jonathan's Journal, reporter Jonathan Zhang discusses his journey to finding his passion for journalism and his advice for other still struggling to find a passion of their own.
Jonathan’s Journal: Finding your passion
WSPN's Emily Roberge discusses the implications of Kanye West's controversial inclusion of Marilyn Manson and DaBaby in his recently-released, Donda album.
Heartless: How Kanye West’s “Donda” collaboration ignores the stories of survivors
WSPN's Aditya Weling discusses the Patriots releasing Cam Newton and its wider impact on the team.
Warrior Weekly: Cam Newton’s release and its wider impact
WSPN's Genevieve Morrison discusses the dangers of new law, Senate Bill 8, which severely restricts abortion in Texas.
Opinion: Texas’s Senate Bill 8 is a work of evil genius
Guest writer Prash Subbiah discusses the dangers of senior citizens holding public office.
Opinion: In public service, retirement shouldn’t be a choice
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 talks about the struggles of being
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 it's like having two names and what a name means to him.
ABC: What’s my name?
In the latest installment of ABC, American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang talks about the importance of Chinese New Year and what it means to Chinese students.
ABC: Chinese New Year
In the latest installment of ABC: American Born Chinese, reporter Jonathan Zhang responds to a comment made on a prior article.
ABC: My response, heart to heart
Half Hour Hook In-between Episode: NBA Free Agency Recap, Season Predictions
Half Hour Hook In-between Episode: NBA Free Agency Recap, Season Predictions
What's Going On With Wayland's Water?
What’s Going On With Wayland’s Water?
Half Hour Hook S2E10: The Playoffs
Half Hour Hook S2E10: The Playoffs
Asians On Air
Asians on Air Episode 6: Asian-Americans and Music
Weekly Breakdown Episode 28: MCAS and Public Library
Weekly Breakdown Episode 28: MCAS and Public Library
Half Hour Hook In-between Episode: NBA Free Agency Recap, Season Predictions
Half Hour Hook In-between Episode: NBA Free Agency Recap, Season Predictions
Half Hour Hook S2E10: The Playoffs
Half Hour Hook S2E10: The Playoffs
Half Hour Hook S2E9: The Pandemic Stadium Experience ft. Josh Schreiber
Half Hour Hook S2E9: The Pandemic Stadium Experience ft. Josh Schreiber
In celebration of the touchdown ran by junior running back Shayne Sutton, senior Dylan Derubeis flashes his Warrior spear. For the next fall football season, the team will be receiving new and improved jerseys, so the players cherish the last moments in this iconic black and orange attire.
Wayland football routs Bedford 38-7 (highlights)
Wayland Sports Chat: S3E6
Wayland Sports Chat: S3E6
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Prom 2014 (156 photos)

Prom 2014 (156 photos)

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.

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

May 12, 2014
A cappella groups perform in annual concert

A cappella groups perform in annual concert

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

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

Featured Artist: Calvin Laituri

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

Featured Artist: Larissa Sehringer

April 1, 2014
Pictured above is Pacifists at War. The band, which consists of three WHS students, released its first album in January.

Pacifists at War releases first full album

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

Featured Artist: Rachel Moser-Hardy

March 26, 2014

Aer exclusive interview

January 22, 2014

Review: Smashburger

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

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

December 1, 2013
Above, junior Melissa Smith, senior Liam Fay and sophomore Jackson DiIanni perform in this year's fall play,

“D.O.A.”: Review

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

October 23, 2013
Meet WHS's new teachers

Meet WHS’s new teachers

September 25, 2013

Students have summer adventures

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

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

A day in the life of custodian Tony Pilla

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

A closer look at the course selection process

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

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

WW ’13: Stomp Nation teaches how to step dance

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,

WW ’13: Rosenburg discusses life with amputated leg

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

WW ’13: Kacyvenski discusses his drive to succeed

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

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

Students describe WHS arts experience

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

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

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

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

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

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

May 14, 2012
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