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As spring begins with flowers blooming and rain coming and going, some are experiencing seasonal allergies or hay fever due to the emerging pollen in the air. However, studies have shown that the pollen count has been increasing in recent years, which could play a factor in why some are experiencing more intense allergic reactions.
The return of pollen and how it affects seasonal allergies
This April break, several students who take French and Latin will be traveling to France and Italy as part of the World Language Department field trips. Students on the France trip departed from Boston Logan Airport left on Monday, April 14, while students on the Latin trip will travel on Thursday, April 17.
World language trips take learning from the classroom to the country
ICYMI: April 7 - Inundation District, spring orchestra concert and the "Houthi PC small group" leaks
ICYMI: April 7 – Inundation District, spring orchestra concert and the “Houthi PC small group” leaks
On Tuesday April 1, Boston Globe journalist and Boston University professor David Abel answered questions about his award-winning film “Inundation District.” The film delved into the risks of extreme floods the Seaport region of Boston is facing amidst commercial development. Abel was inspired by his climate studies that revealed grave statistics. “I have covered report after report after report with projections about how our seas are likely to rise over the coming decades,” Abel said. “And it would seem, as I would get each new report, that the worst case projections would only get [more] dire. That left me feeling like this was a really significant story that needs to be told in ways that are hard to just tell in print.”
“Inundation District” dives deep into Seaport’s flooding problem
ICYMI: March 31 - Town Election results, #TeslaTakeDown and boys varsity lacrosse
ICYMI: March 31 – Town Election results, #TeslaTakeDown and boys varsity lacrosse
BDBN: Amid ICE arrests, families are concerned about sending children into school
BDBN: Amid ICE arrests, families are concerned about sending children into school
Breaking Down Breaking News: Honoring the ice skaters of Flight 5342
Breaking Down Breaking News: Honoring the ice skaters of Flight 5342
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
A swastika symbol has been found on the side of the Wayland Community pool. It has since be covered up.
Breaking news: Swastika found on side of Wayland Community Pool, administration and police respond
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake originating from the coast of New Hampshire and Maine was felt in Wayland on Monday, Jan. 27.
Breaking News: 3.8 magnitude earthquake felt in Boston area
Claypit Hill students moved to high school after water main break
Claypit Hill students moved to high school after water main break
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
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
News Brief: Town election results
News Brief: Town election results
News Brief: Student Council officer and representative election results
News Brief: Student Council officer and representative election results
Course selection process begins at WHS
Course selection process begins at WHS
A backstage look into the creation of the Class of 2025’s Senior Show, and the connections it’s formed. “We’ve definitely gotten closer with the people in our groups,” Alongi said. “It's just really fun to rehearse with everyone.”
Class of 2025 sets the stage for the Senior Show
A swastika symbol has been found on the side of the Wayland Community pool. It has since be covered up.
Breaking news: Swastika found on side of Wayland Community Pool, administration and police respond
Junior Peter Caputa started PCV Detailing in his sophomore year of high school. Since then, he's looked to grow his business in a number of ways. "I'm always trying to get more customers," Caputa said. "I've even knocked on people's doors to see if they'd like a car detail."
Beyond the books: How junior Peter Caputa started his own business
Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan, is a medicine that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. The opioid epidemic in the U.S. has resulted in stigma that has shaped society’s view on addiction. “Everyone’s got to be a little aware about [drug addiction] and look out for one another,” New York citizen Michael Hage said. “[Addiction] doesn’t discriminate.”
“The Miracle Drug”: Narcan combats the side effects of an overdose
The “Main Event” station is one of the varying stations that hosts different food options for students at WHS prepared by the cafeteria staff. The "Main Event" station changes each day depending on what the hot lunch is.
Behind the scenes of school lunches
Keep eyes on WHS junior Sophia Beckett in the 2025 spring softball season. Beckett is a junior captain of the varsity team.
Sophia Beckett pitches to success
Senior Bianca Crosby-Bernal founded and runs the Lend a Paw club at WHS. “As I got older, I started becoming more interested in animal shelters and volunteering there,” Bernal said. “I realized that so many shelters across the nation are going through mass euthanasias and that was just so heartbreaking to me. I wanted to step in and help anyway I could, so I decided to use resources around me and create a club that could eventually help with this situation.”
Lend a Paw Club: Bianca Crosby Bernal’s passion for helping animals
Junior Peter Caputa started PCV Detailing in his sophomore year of high school. Since then, he's looked to grow his business in a number of ways. "I'm always trying to get more customers," Caputa said. "I've even knocked on people's doors to see if they'd like a car detail."
Beyond the books: How junior Peter Caputa started his own business
The “Main Event” station is one of the varying stations that hosts different food options for students at WHS prepared by the cafeteria staff. The "Main Event" station changes each day depending on what the hot lunch is.
Behind the scenes of school lunches
Keep eyes on WHS junior Sophia Beckett in the 2025 spring softball season. Beckett is a junior captain of the varsity team.
Sophia Beckett pitches to success
Senior Bianca Crosby-Bernal founded and runs the Lend a Paw club at WHS. “As I got older, I started becoming more interested in animal shelters and volunteering there,” Bernal said. “I realized that so many shelters across the nation are going through mass euthanasias and that was just so heartbreaking to me. I wanted to step in and help anyway I could, so I decided to use resources around me and create a club that could eventually help with this situation.”
Lend a Paw Club: Bianca Crosby Bernal’s passion for helping animals
The Neuro Networks Club selling baked goods earlier this month. The club was raising money for the Epilepsy Foundation and managed to earn $100.
Neuro Networks works the brain
Keep eyes on WHS junior Sophia Beckett in the 2025 spring softball season. Beckett is a junior captain of the varsity team.
Sophia Beckett pitches to success
This year, 8th graders have been pulled up to make JV girls lacrosse and softball teams possible. “I think the group of girls on our team from the 8th grade class are really strong,” JV softball coach Mark Norton said.
Middle schoolers take the field to fill JV squads
The boys varsity lacrosse team lost 13-4 in its home opening game against Shawsheen Valley Technical High School.
Game recap: Boys lacrosse falls to Shawsheen in home opener
WSPN's Alex Evangelista and Ben Jackson predict the NBA award winners.
NBA award winners forecast
As spring sports pick up, so does the demand for facility use and time. This spring the sailing team will relocate to the Wayland side of the Cohituate Lake, where the crew team also practices.
Wayland Town Beach becomes the practice spot for sailing and crew
Competing to secure a spot in the beginning of the race, Wayland and Weston runners surge ahead at the start of the 800 meter race.
Track and field races into first away meet of the season
Preparing to swing, sophomore Ryan Frutman positions herself in a ready-stance. This stance is vital for a powerful swing and strong contact with the ball.
Softball falls to Belmont in home opener
Behind the goal, Junior Armaan Desai holds the ball in the offensive zone.
Boys lacrosse falls short to Natick
Head Coach Philip George talks to the team during a timeout. George is an English teacher at WHS.
Boys volleyball rallies against Lexington
During a timeout, the players that were on the field during the play stand in a group, going over strategy.
Getting ready for spring: Girls lacrosse plays Wellesley in a preseason scrimmage
Staff reporter Joey Fay writes about what he believes are some of the biggest issues in college sports.
Opinion: College sports are a mess
WSPN's reporters Ravi Kapadia and Owen Harrington express their views on if the MLB should implement a salary cap.
Opinion: Major League Baseball should implement a salary cap
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 Annabelle Hage and Sadie Alongi reflect on the limitations of homework, and whether too much can be harmful for students.
Beyond the limit: When homework goes from helpful to harmful
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang discusses the "Houthi PC small group" leaks.
Opinion: National security isn’t a text thread
Join WSPN's Chloe Zilembo as she talks about her experience with "senioritis" and why students need to combat it.
The slippery slope of senioritis
WSPN's Alex Evangelista and Ben Jackson predict the NBA award winners.
NBA award winners forecast
WSPN's Kate Goodman reflects on the benefits history classes would gain from open discussions on current events.
Opinion: Time to talk, history classes should cover current events
Join WSPN’s Kate Goodman and Molly Bergeron as they talk with this month’s artist of the month: Abby Peredna.
Artist of the Month: Abby Peredna
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews Grande's extended album, "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead."
“eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead” shines a light into Ariana Grande’s life
WSPN's Emma Zocco highlights her favorite local thrift shops as a better, sustainable alternative to fast-fashion.
Sustainable style: A guide to the best thrift shops
Join WSPN’s Vanessa Taxiarchis and Jillian Mele as they interview March’s Fashionistas of the Month: seniors Leroyal Hairston and Joel Cabral.
Fashionistas of the Month: Leroyal Hairston and Joel Cabral
Join WSPN reporters Nina Gandhi as she talks with this month’s artist of the month: Samantha Taurisano.
Artist of the Month: Samantha Taurisano
WSPN's Emma Zocco highlights her favorite local thrift shops as a better, sustainable alternative to fast-fashion.
Sustainable style: A guide to the best thrift shops
WSPN's Molly Bergeron talked to juniors at WHS about their stressful experiences finding their prom dresses.
From fittings to frustration: The stressful reality of prom dress shopping
Join WSPN’s Mischa Lee and Elyssa Grillo as they discuss the hottest trends of this year’s winter season.
Top winter fashion trends
Join WSPN reporters Emma Zocco, Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista as they discuss the trends of this year's winter season.
Mens Winter Fashion 2025
Join WSPN reporters Melina Barris and Caroline Kiernan as they share some of their favorite and least favorite looks of the 2025 Golden Globes.
2025 Golden Globes looks and opinions
Crossword: Valentine's Day
Crossword: Valentine’s Day
Crossword: Winter
Crossword: Winter
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Fall
Crossword: Fall
Back to school crossword
Back to school crossword
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews Grande's extended album, "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead."
“eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead” shines a light into Ariana Grande’s life
Join WSPN’s Mischa Lee as she discusses Tate McRae’s newest album “So Close to What.”
“So Close To What”: A Tatiana takeover
Join WSPN's Ben Jackson and Bowen Morrison as they review Lil Baby's most recent album "WHAM."
“WHAM:” A bold statement from Lil Baby
Unlike any vampire film before it, Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu” haunts the audience along with the characters through dark tension and sickening torture.
Nosferatu: An eerie, barbaric twist on Dracula
WSPN's Reva Datar reviews the second season of the Netflix blockbuster show "Squid Game."
“Squid Game 2” is gravely misunderstood
Competing to secure a spot in the beginning of the race, Wayland and Weston runners surge ahead at the start of the 800 meter race.
Track and field races into first away meet of the season
From left to right, junior Ben Pyhtila, sophomores Aadith Charry and Owen Chislett play their cello instruments. Junior Jubin Kim also plays the cello and has been playing the instrument since third grade. "I think that [the cello] is a good balance between a high instrument versus a low instrument, and I just really like the rich sound that it makes," Kim said.
WHS Orchestra harmonizes for their spring concert
Preparing to swing, sophomore Ryan Frutman positions herself in a ready-stance. This stance is vital for a powerful swing and strong contact with the ball.
Softball falls to Belmont in home opener
Behind the goal, Junior Armaan Desai holds the ball in the offensive zone.
Boys lacrosse falls short to Natick
Head Coach Philip George talks to the team during a timeout. George is an English teacher at WHS.
Boys volleyball rallies against Lexington
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 117: WayCam night at the movies and easter celebrations
Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and easter celebrations
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Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Graham Henrich: Ready to begin his journey as a cadet at West Point
Graham Henrich: Ready to begin his journey as a cadet at West Point
Weekly Breakdown Episode 115: Ending of third quarter and new student council members
Weekly Breakdown Episode 115: Ending of third quarter and new student council members
Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and easter celebrations
Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and easter celebrations
Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances
Weekly Breakdown Episode 115: Ending of third quarter and new student council members
Weekly Breakdown Episode 115: Ending of third quarter and new student council members
Weekly Breakdown Episode 114: MCAS testing and the first games of spring sports
Weekly Breakdown Episode 114: MCAS testing and the first games of spring sports
Weekly Breakdown Episode 113: Senior show performance and spring sports starting
Weekly Breakdown Episode 113: Senior show performance and spring sports starting
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WSPN's Eden Vanslette and Masha Yakhkind outline 15 things every student should do before they graduate.

[Photo] News Brief: Graduation moved to field house

Meg Trogolo
June 4, 2016
Above is a student typing on a computer. WSPN looked at the different aspects of students' social media use. “It’s a good way for people to communicate and share ideas. I like Facebook because it makes it easier to contact people, and people post a lot of news, so it helps you get in the know of what’s going on in the world,” sophomore Emily Chen said.

[Photo] Students discuss social media use

Thomas Chan and Nandita Subbiah
January 13, 2016
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[Photo] Winter break to start later than previous years

Olivia Waldron and Lucy Hughes
December 17, 2015
UPDATED: Pre-prom 2015 (242 photos)

UPDATED: Pre-prom 2015 (242 photos)

Whitney Halperin, Nandita Subbiah, Julia Reck, and Meg Trogolo
May 16, 2015
Pictured above is the TEDxYouth sign. TEDxYouth events are TED talks organized independently of the TED organization and the talks are given by youth, in Wayland case, middle schoolers and high schoolers. “I want them to at least think about what I’m saying,” junior speaker Lila Masand said. “I know that I won’t reach everyone in the audience but I hope at least a few take what I have to say to heart.”

Speakers share experiences in TEDxYouth Wayland

Whitney Halperin
May 11, 2015
Above, junior Lina Baranovsky (in blue) is helping out at a children's winter-themed event. Baranovsky interacts with children when working at Noah's Art in Framingham. "They’re usually optimistic and just make me smile,” Baranovsky said.

Lina Baranovsky: I like that I can have a positive impact on their lives

Whitney Halperin
April 12, 2015
A day in the life of a WHS student

A day in the life of a WHS student

Whitney Halperin
March 19, 2015
Above is Mandy Judah attending the Leading Women Award Ceremony. “I think overall, [the Girl Scouts are about] just getting along with other girls and seeing what I can do to try new things,” Judah said. Judah shares her role and responsibilities as a Girl Scout of Eastern Massachusetts.

Mandy Judah: I can’t really imagine a year without cookie sales

Whitney Halperin
March 15, 2015
Above, is a group picture of the Wayland Wrestling team at the Division 3 Central Sectional Championships. Wayland Wrestling has had a very successful season, winning 25 of their 26 regular season matches. “[They are] Fearless. Absolutely fearless. I mean that. Fearless because they have confidence in their ability has a team and as a group," head coach Sean Chase said.

Winter sports come to a close

Whitney Halperin
March 13, 2015
Pictured above is Louis performing. He won during both of the poetry slams.

Poetry Slam ’15

Whitney Halperin
March 6, 2015
This year's Wayland Reads book is "The Opposite of Loneliness." It is a collection short stories and essays written by Wayland native Marina Keegan.

Wayland Reads celebrates “The Opposite of Loneliness”

Whitney Halperin
March 3, 2015
Above is sophomore Ellery Kiefer playing basketball. Kiefer has been playing basketball most of her life and just finished her second season on the WHS team. "I’ve played basketball since I could walk. I played in this little league and there were just a bunch of little kids learning to play basketball," Kiefer said.

Ellery Kiefer: It’s a lifestyle that I love

Whitney Halperin
March 1, 2015
In this edition of Tech Corner, David and Luke talk about the different

Tech Corner: Tablets

Whitney Halperin
February 27, 2015
This weeks on Scrambled, Anna talks about soups.

Scrambled: Snack mix

Whitney Halperin
February 23, 2015
Pictured above is one of senior Dan Castillo's many pieces of art. Castillo is a devoted artist who enjoys drawing science fiction and surrealism art and hopes to have a career in art. "I just think its really cool to be able to draw out a story. It would just be fun to work with art, that’s what I want to go to college for," Castillo said.

Dan Castillo: Everything you can’t put into words you can put into a picture

Whitney Halperin
February 22, 2015
WSPN caught up with faculty members to hear their embarrassing Valentine's Day stories.

Faculty members share embarrassing Valentine’s Day stories

Whitney Halperin
February 13, 2015
Breaking News: All Wayland schools delayed an hour and a half on February 10

Breaking News: All Wayland schools delayed an hour and a half on February 10

Whitney Halperin
February 9, 2015
Pictured above are Wayland High School Reflectors from the past few years. Senior Sana Gilani is the editor-in-chief of the 2015 yearbook. “There is so much organization and responsibility that comes with a position like this,” Gilani said.

Sana Gilani: There is so much organization and responsibility

Whitney Halperin
February 9, 2015
Breaking News: All Wayland schools closed Monday, February 9

Breaking News: All Wayland schools closed Monday, February 9

Whitney Halperin
February 8, 2015

Hunt and Smith perform from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

WW ’15: Hunt and Smith perform

Whitney Halperin
February 5, 2015
Above, Kamkari practices Jiu Jitsu, a martial art. Kamkari has been practicing it since the beginning of his freshman year. "I think it's a pretty rewarding experience though at the end of the day,” Kamkari said.

Nick Kamkari: I feel much more confident

Whitney Halperin
February 2, 2015
Breaking News: All Wayland schools closed on Monday, February 2

Breaking News: All Wayland schools closed on Monday, February 2

Whitney Halperin
February 1, 2015
Above is Sea Shepard advocate Olga Pristin presenting. Pristin is a member of the Sea Shepherd conservation group, which aims to protect marine life such as dolphins, whales, and seals. “Just the fact that I’m here today and maybe changing someone’s mind is really worth it for me,“ Pristin said.

WW ’15: Conservation group discusses the brutality of dolphin hunting

Whitney Halperin
January 30, 2015
Students are interviewed about the new restaurant, "Giacomo's," at the Wayland town center. It replaced Bertucci's, which filed for bankruptcy in April 2018.

WW ’15: WHS community react to student films

Whitney Halperin
January 29, 2015
Today, Wayland Public Schools are taking part in the first-ever Wayland Connects day, a day dedicated to family connection. “By three, you get home at the latest at 3:30 p.m., and most of your parents probably won’t be home from work yet, so you have a little time to get ready and hopefully do something. It could be as easy as just getting dinner and watching a movie or going out,” said Dean of Students Scott Parseghian.

UPDATED: Winter Week Schedule 2015

Whitney Halperin
January 29, 2015
Breaking News: All Wayland schools closed on Wednesday, January 28

Breaking News: All Wayland schools closed on Wednesday, January 28

Whitney Halperin
January 27, 2015
WSPN's Duncan Stephenson writes his weekly column discussing a relevant topic in sports.

Warrior Weekly: Winter success

Whitney Halperin
January 16, 2015
WSPN's Duncan Stephenson writes his weekly column discussing a relevant topic in sports.

Warrior Weekly: Vacation recap

Whitney Halperin
January 9, 2015
Massachusetts voters are voting on a crucial charter school ballot question on Tuesday. “I feel like we need to be focused on improving our baseline school systems rather than focus on providing alternatives from which we are sending kids away from,” junior Jeffrey Prince said.

2015 Midterm Schedule

Whitney Halperin
January 6, 2015
The cost of applying to college

The cost of applying to college

Whitney Halperin
December 18, 2014

Jakob Warner: It takes me to a different place

Whitney Halperin
December 15, 2014

Warrior Weekly: Winter sports kickoff

Whitney Halperin
December 12, 2014

Declan Nolan: It makes me really proud of what I’m doing

Whitney Halperin
December 8, 2014
This week on Plates from Pakistan, Sana gives a recipe for aloo kasalan

Plates from Pakistan: Aloo Ka Salan

Whitney Halperin
December 4, 2014

William Paik: I just need myself and something to hit

Whitney Halperin
November 30, 2014
Above is sophomore Hunter Leonard working on his music. Leonard has been making songs since seventh grade and hopes to continue the hobby. “I started writing actual music back in seventh grade, ever since I saved up enough money for my iPad, and since then I’ve started developing my skills,” Leonard said.

Hunter Leonard: I’ve started developing my skills

Whitney Halperin
November 23, 2014
Above is an image from the documentary “Five Miles Astride the River: The Story of Wayland.” WHS graduates Zander Cowen and Jacob Sussman wrote, directed and produced the documentary for at 7:30 p.m. at Wayland High School. “It’s really cool how you’ll be driving through town and notice the historical significance of things you never paid attention to before, like Bent Road down near Cochituate,” Sussman said.

WHS graduates create documentary about Wayland’s history

Whitney Halperin
November 20, 2014
WHSTE presents "On the Razzle"

WHSTE presents “On the Razzle”

Whitney Halperin
November 17, 2014
This week on Plates from Pakistan, Sana gives a recipe for aloo kasalan

Plates from Pakistan: Bihari Kebab

Whitney Halperin
November 14, 2014
WSPN's Duncan Stephenson writes his weekly column discussing a relevant topic in sports.

Warrior Weekly: Tournament successes

Whitney Halperin
November 12, 2014
The senior class is creating the new tradition of a Senior Progressive Dinner, which is a dinner that has each course at a different house. “It’s a way of celebrating the end of the first quarter for them and a nice way for the class to come together in the fall, not having to wait until March for the whole group to kind of come together during the senior show,” class advisor Lee Krasnoo said.

Class of 2015 hosts first Senior Progressive Dinner

Whitney Halperin
November 7, 2014
Teachers Erin Lehmann and Megan Forsberg explore the connection between school pressures and anxiety and panic disorders. “Students get to the point where they feel completely overwhelmed and they don’t know where to begin. Kids just break down, and it’s understandable," Lehmann said.

Examining the high academic achievement culture

Whitney Halperin
November 6, 2014
WSPN's Duncan Stephenson writes his weekly column discussing a relevant topic in sports.

Warrior Weekly: Wrapping up the season

Whitney Halperin
November 4, 2014
Pictured above is TA Jared Walsh in Moonstruck Theater Company’s “The Great Gatsby” production photo. He is a part time actor and has recently played the role of Jay Gatsby in “The Great Gatsby.” “I only had two weeks of rehearsal. The kid who was playing Gatsby was asked to not be in the show anymore. I got a Facebook message just asking me if I wanted to be in the show in two weeks. It’s pretty wild,” Walsh said.

Jared Walsh: There’s a certain satisfaction in working toward something

Whitney Halperin
November 2, 2014
This weeks on Scrambled, Anna talks about soups.

Scrambled: Soup Season

Whitney Halperin
October 30, 2014
WSPN's Duncan Stephenson writes his weekly column discussing a relevant topic in sports.

Warrior Weekly: Weekend Roundup

Whitney Halperin
October 28, 2014
Pictured above is junior Libby Camp performing at Framingham Public Library’s Youth Poetry Slam. She is a member of Wayland’s Slam Poetry Club and has performed at three different slams. “When I write, it’s like a release from all of my thoughts pushing me to the breaking point,” Camp said.

Libby Camp: When I write, it’s like a release

Whitney Halperin
October 26, 2014
This week on Plates from Pakistan, Sana gives a recipe for aloo kasalan

Plates from Pakistan: Roti

Whitney Halperin
October 26, 2014
How successful was Wayland Connects Day?

How successful was Wayland Connects Day?

Whitney Halperin
October 24, 2014
WSPN's Duncan Stephenson writes his weekly column discussing a relevant topic in sports.

Warrior Weekly: Fall results

Whitney Halperin
October 24, 2014
Above are two previous year's yearbooks. WSPN's Nina, Whitney and Lauren argue against the senior superlative "Most School Spirit" because it's slut-shaming.

Opinion: Slut-shaming is not okay

Whitney Halperin, Lauren Simon, and Nina Haines
October 10, 2014

Tech Corner: Smartwatches

Whitney Halperin
September 26, 2014
Above is sophomore Anna Marobella's take on Disney's 'Ariel' as a pirate. “I became interested in creating that, sort of, movement and started paying attention to the detailed ways the characters hands move and their facial expressions," Marobella said.

Anna Marobella: I notice a lot of little movements now

Whitney Halperin
September 22, 2014
Above, Sheffres poses in front of a desert sunset in Israel. Sheffres visited Israel for a month over the summer. “It just gave me a different perspective of the world," Sheffres said.

Erica Sheffres: I think now I’ll be more aware

Whitney Halperin
September 15, 2014
Pictured is Assistant Principal Ethan Dolleman in 2014 when he was hired for an assistant principalship at WHS. Dolleman will now begin the 2019-2020 school year as principal of Norton High School.

Ethan Dolleman: I’m looking forward to meeting people

Whitney Halperin
September 4, 2014
A look at familial relationships at WHS

A look at familial relationships at WHS

Whitney Halperin
June 19, 2014
Above are Erin and Fred Lehmann. Fred joined Erin in teaching at WHS two years ago, and they enjoy working together. “I love the fact that we work together,” Erin said. “It makes me really happy, and I just feel very fortunate that this is how life turned out. I hope we do retire together; I think that’ll be awesome.”

Lehmanns reflect on working together

Whitney Halperin
June 19, 2014
Top 20 songs to listen to this summer

Top 20 songs to listen to this summer

Whitney Halperin
June 17, 2014
WHS is one of many schools nationwide trying to close the achievement gap. “My opinion is that we’re relying too much on teachers doing the work instead of saying, as an institution, ‘What should we be doing?’ Principal John Ritchie said.

Exploring the WHS achievement gap

Whitney Halperin
June 13, 2014
Pictured above is the WHS METCO office. The METCO program was founded in Boston in 1966, and has since bused Boston students to 38 school districts. 2017 is the program's 50th anniversary.

A look at the WHS METCO program

Whitney Halperin
June 13, 2014
WHS is one of many schools nationwide trying to close the achievement gap. “My opinion is that we’re relying too much on teachers doing the work instead of saying, as an institution, ‘What should we be doing?’ Principal John Ritchie said.

WHS is still working to close the achievement gap

Whitney Halperin
June 13, 2014
Explaining what it's like to be part of the METCO program

Explaining what it’s like to be part of the METCO program

Whitney Halperin
June 13, 2014
Comparing the WHS and the national achievement gap

Comparing the WHS and the national achievement gap

Whitney Halperin
June 13, 2014
The Class of 2014 graduates

The Class of 2014 graduates

Whitney Halperin
June 11, 2014
Class of 2014 graduation speeches

Class of 2014 graduation speeches

Whitney Halperin
June 11, 2014

Ritchie discusses graduation rap

Whitney Halperin
June 11, 2014
Next year more online classes are going to be offered at WHS through TEC Online Academy and TEC Connections Academy. “It only counts toward credits here when it is a course that is not offered here, and it’s for elective credit,” assistant principal Allyson Mizoguchi said.

Examining the educational use of technology at WHS

Whitney Halperin
June 5, 2014
Test your knowledge of science department head and physics teacher Kenneth Rideout.

Teachers discuss hybrid classes

Whitney Halperin
June 5, 2014
Next year more online classes are going to be offered at WHS through TEC Online Academy and TEC Connections Academy. “It only counts toward credits here when it is a course that is not offered here, and it’s for elective credit,” assistant principal Allyson Mizoguchi said.

Online classes coming to WHS

Whitney Halperin
June 5, 2014
Faculty members reflect on educational uses of technology

Faculty members reflect on educational uses of technology

Whitney Halperin
June 5, 2014
By the Numbers: Technology at WHS

By the Numbers: Technology at WHS

Whitney Halperin
June 5, 2014
Senior Vanessa Sze is going to the Culinary Institute of America for college, where she is pursing a pastry and baking degree. “It wasn’t anything really sudden or a life changing epiphany. I grew up around cooking and baking. I remember my mom, my sister and I used to bake brownies together. It started out with box mix and then it gradually stepped up,” Sze said.

Vanessa Sze: I’m doing something unique

Whitney Halperin
June 2, 2014
Above is sophomore Zoe Jacobson at the national competition for the Interscholastic Equation Association. She came in first place in her division. "fsfsf" Jacobson said. Nina Haines

Zoe Jacobson: It’s really worth it because it’s so rewarding

Whitney Halperin
May 26, 2014

Wandering Backpack: Jessica Skehan

Whitney Halperin
May 22, 2014
Wolff and Zhao explain process behind making their own dresses

Wolff and Zhao explain process behind making their own dresses

Whitney Halperin
May 20, 2014
Students are interviewed about the new restaurant, "Giacomo's," at the Wayland town center. It replaced Bertucci's, which filed for bankruptcy in April 2018.

Students discuss prom proposals

Whitney Halperin
May 18, 2014
Teachers share prom pictures (8 photos)

Teachers share prom pictures (8 photos)

Whitney Halperin
May 18, 2014
What girls are wearing to prom

What girls are wearing to prom

Whitney Halperin
May 18, 2014
Class of 2015 gets ready for prom

Class of 2015 gets ready for prom

Whitney Halperin
May 18, 2014
WSPN's Harry and Will talk about some places to go out to lunch, giving five popular places and five places you might not think of.

Ten places to go out to lunch

Whitney Halperin
May 14, 2014
Pictured above is a kid enjoying some of the supplies Kids to Kids bought. Kids to Kids helps to send supplies to children in third world countries. “Many children in developing countries around the world foster educational, athletic, artistic, and environmental aspirations, but are held back by a lack of money and support," co-president junior Charlie Nuss said.

Club Hub: Kids to Kids

Whitney Halperin
May 8, 2014
Pictured above is Panera Bread's Chicken Caesar Salad and Mac and Cheese. WSPN's Nina Haines reviewed Panera, giving it overall an A-.

Review: Panera Bread

Whitney Halperin
May 8, 2014
Pictured above is WHSTE's musical last year, "Beauty and the Beast." This year's musical is "Footloose."

WHSTE performs “Beauty and the Beast”

Whitney Halperin
May 6, 2014
Pictured above is freshman Blase Cormier playing in a baseball game. He was a highly anticipated player for this year's baseball team. “Even before tryouts I already knew he was a big boy with a lot of power,” teammate junior Zack Aresty said.

Blase Cormier: I don’t think during games, I just react

Whitney Halperin
May 5, 2014
Above are Math Team members at a practice. Math Team allows students to practice math and hang out with friends. “I really like having friends in it, because everyone is so nice and supportive,” Math Team captain Emma Kerwin said.

The Club Hub: Math Team

Whitney Halperin
April 11, 2014

Nora Wolff: On the ground I’m a little klutzy, so on the bar I can look a lot more graceful

Whitney Halperin
April 10, 2014
The Club Hub: Mock Trial

The Club Hub: Mock Trial

Elena Erdekian and Whitney Halperin
April 7, 2014
The facts and figures of MCAS and PARCC

The facts and figures of MCAS and PARCC

Whitney Halperin
March 28, 2014
Above is a picture from the SADD Fall Festival. SADD was created at WHS in 1981 with the goal of creating awareness about the consquences of poor choices. “I believe that it is more powerful than people believe and we see the results every other year in the youth risk behavior survey,” junior Daly Place said.

The Club Hub: SADD

Whitney Halperin
March 14, 2014
The process behind snow days

The process behind snow days

Whitney Halperin
February 13, 2014
Pictured above is republican gubernatorial candidate Charlie Baker. Baker visited WHS this past Winter Week to talk about his journey into politics. “We need people that understand that governing and public service are not about getting your way 100 percent of the time,” Baker said. “It’s about hearing what other people have to say and finding your way to an agreement that works for the people you represent.”

WW ’14: Charlie Baker recounts journey into politics

Whitney Halperin
February 2, 2014
Above sophomore Jason Mai teaches a fellow student mixed martial arts (MMA). Mai taught students self-defense with MMA techniques. "I really enjoyed teaching it, and hopefully I’ll be doing it next year too.”

WW ’14: Mai teaches mixed martial arts

Whitney Halperin
January 31, 2014
Above is Tagg Romney speaking about his father, Mitt Romney, and his presidential campaign. Tagg talked about some of the external and internal reasons for why they lost the election. “There were times when it was painful — it’s not fun to watch your mom and dad get beat up on a regular basis, but it was a fantastic experience,” Tagg said.

WW ’14: Tagg Romney reflects on presidential campaign

Whitney Halperin
January 29, 2014
WSPN's David Flynn gives advice on how to de-stress.

How to fight stress

Whitney Halperin
January 16, 2014

Business teacher Jim Page leaves WHS

Whitney Halperin
January 15, 2014
WSPN's David Flynn gives some tips on how to avoid procrastinating for midyear exams. Flynn believes that following these strategies will help you stay on task and studying.

How to avoid procrastination

Whitney Halperin
January 8, 2014
Pictured above is a depression pamphlet. Stress is a contributing factor for depression among some students. "I just think that that feeling of having constantly too much on your plate and not having a chance to really rest or relax over time, that can definitely lead to depression,” psychology teacher Erin Lehmann said.

A look at how stress can contribute to depression

Whitney Halperin
January 5, 2014
Pictured above are Wayland High School Reflectors from the past few years. Senior Sana Gilani is the editor-in-chief of the 2015 yearbook. “There is so much organization and responsibility that comes with a position like this,” Gilani said.

Administration and guidance department limit senior superlatives

Whitney Halperin
December 18, 2013
Exploring the impacts of stress

Exploring the impacts of stress

Whitney Halperin
December 18, 2013
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