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ICYMI: Nov. 11 - Sophomore semi-formal, boys varsity football and soccer score wins
ICYMI: Nov. 11 – Sophomore semi-formal, boys varsity football and soccer score wins
In the weekly series, “In Case You Missed It,” News Editor Marissa Mendoza summarizes stories from the past week with links to the corresponding WSPN article.
ICYMI: Nov. 4 – David Fleishman, election live updates and progressive dinner
Anticipation heightens as Nov. 5 draws closer. The tension-filled race between Vice-President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump comes to a close with the final day for U.S. citizens to vote. Check back for live updates.
LIVE UPDATES: Presidential election of 2024
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
Harris supporter Jillian Kohl and her mother come together for a photo while Trump supporters stand in the background.
Engaging the community: Political activity around Wayland
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein's conviction overturned
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction overturned
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
Anticipation heightens as Nov. 5 draws closer. The tension-filled race between Vice-President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump comes to a close with the final day for U.S. citizens to vote. Check back for live updates.
LIVE UPDATES: Presidential election of 2024
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
A Wayland resident's home was reported with smoke at approximately 12:25 p.m., today, Oct. 30.
Breaking News: House on fire behind the middle school
The Kicks for Cancer game has been moved back to Concord-Carlisle High School. "For me, its been super important because I get to play with my grandma’s name on my back," senior Alex Crawford said. "All the other boys get to play with someone who is related to them, who has experience cancer."
Breaking news: Annual Kicks for Cancer game moved back to Concord after reduced risk of EEE
The boys varsity soccer team's Kicks for Cancer game against Westford Academy at Concord-Carlisle High School was rescheduled due to a high risk of EEE.
Breaking News: Kicks for Cancer rescheduled due to a high risk of EEE
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
News Brief: Freshman election results
News Brief: Freshman election results
On Sunday, Oct. 6, the Eliza J. Norton Foundation will be hosting the Celebrate with Heart Community Festival from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m at Cochituate Ball Field.
News Brief: Eliza J. Norton Celebrate with Heart Community Festival
The Kicks for Cancer game has been moved back to Concord-Carlisle High School. "For me, its been super important because I get to play with my grandma’s name on my back," senior Alex Crawford said. "All the other boys get to play with someone who is related to them, who has experience cancer."
Breaking news: Annual Kicks for Cancer game moved back to Concord after reduced risk of EEE
WSPN's Fiona Peltonen, Alex Evangelista and Jessie Dretler unwrap the story behind a chocolate factory in Sudbury. When you enter the store, the mural of the Sky Bar can be seen painted on the walls. When the original owners of Sky Bar went out of business, the Mawhinneys took over the product and the Sky Bar come back began. “I don't know any other food item that is so beloved,” L. Mawhinney said.
The Sky Bar comeback: How one family revived a classic candy
LRT has changed this year and is different than it was in the past. Instead of being like a study hall, LRT is more like an academic class. “There is a new lesson based system starting this year,” sophomore Frankie Zilembo said.
Navigating the shift: Changes in the LRT system
Join WSPN’s reporters Jessi Dretler and Jillian Mele as they preview the business CrossFit TILT.
Building community through fitness: The story of CrossFit TILT
The Human Relation Service (HRS) is a non-profit therapy organization that offers their services to Weston, Wayland and Wellesley. “It's a very unique thing to have an agency like HRS supporting three communities,” HRS Director of Development Donna Portesky said.
The Human Relations Service: Making mental health treatment more accessible
Zoe Garcia poses with one of her new hoodies. Garcia started Blondi during March of 2024.
Zoe Garcia: A teen building a business
In the 14th edition of WSPN goes clubbing, WSPN’s Annika Martins and Jenny Shine interview senior Badminton Club leader Annabelle Zhang.
WSPN goes Clubbing: Badminton Club
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Red Cross Cub Leaders Manahil Faisal and Lilian Amer.
WSPN goes clubbing: Red Cross Club
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) leader Anshuman Parulekar.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Future Business Leaders of America
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins and WSPN's Jenny Shine as they interview Water Warriors co-leader Zach Rainville.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Water Warriors
Join Guest Writer Joey Fay as he interviews Student Advocacy Committee leader Zack Goldstein.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Student Advocacy Committee
Join WSPN’s reporters Jessi Dretler and Jillian Mele as they preview the business CrossFit TILT.
Building community through fitness: The story of CrossFit TILT
Zoe Garcia poses with one of her new hoodies. Garcia started Blondi during March of 2024.
Zoe Garcia: A teen building a business
WSPN's Bowen Morrison highlights new Wayland-Weston crew coach Beatrice Sims.
Wayland-Weston Rowing Association welcomes its new program director
Reporters Melina Barris and Emma Zocco learn more about Ryan McCormack’s small businesses.
Ryan McCormack: Mastering entrepreneurial success one haircut at a time
Zippity-Do-Dog is a hot dog stand that was founded in 2007. This food trolley is currently under the ownership of Roland Houle. It is located on Speen Street in Framingham, Massachusetts. “I took over the stand and have been running the stand since 2019,” Houle said. “I enjoy making hot dogs and providing a quick and easy meal for people on the go.” Houle, working through COVID, made an impact on the Framingham community with his outdoor trolley.
Zippity Do Dog: Beyond the bun
WHS guidance counselor Jim Girard is now coaching Wayland football after stepping down from being Lincoln Sudbury's head coach. “I stepped down as the head coach at LS following the 2023 season so that I could spend more time with and care for my ailing parents who live out of state,” Girard said.
Jim Girard: From enemy lines to home turf
Three Wayland High School (WHS) teams are still in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association playoffs. On Nov. 6, the girls volleyball team swept Greater New Bedford 3-0 and are now in the Elite 8 and hosting Bishop Fenwick on Friday Nov. 8. Boys soccer is playing Marblehead at the WHS turf on Nov. 7. Football is playing no.7 Burlington on Friday Nov. 8 away.
Sports update: Fall playoffs 2024
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
Wayland High School Class of 2019 alum Devin Wong is the new assistant coach of Harvard University Nordic Ski Team. "I’m excited to be a part of a new team and coaching staff am motivated to learn from [head coach] Cate Brams and grow as a coach and wax tech," Wong said.
WHS alum Devin Wong skis into coaching position at Harvard University
As the WHS field hockey team wraps up the 2024 season, WSPN recognizes the entirely new coaching staff.
A new era begins: Field hockey’s new coaching staff
A Marblehead defender crashes into senior captain Lucas Yemin. Yemin plays for the club team Real Boston FC during the off-season.
Boys soccer scores a win in overtime against Marblehead
The captains from both Wayland and Westfield come together at the center of the field for a coin toss to determine who will start with the ball in overtime.
Girls soccer loses the battle to Westfield in double overtime
After the game concludes, head coach Scott Parseghian congratulates the players and awards the "Gladiator Helmet" to senior captain Owen Finnegan. "These seniors have been in our program for five years so it is going to feel strange without them next year in our program," Parseghian said. "Along with some great memories of playing football, we have also had some great laughs and a lot of fun with these seniors. They set a high standard for everyone that is coming up in the Wayland football program."
The Warriors prevail over Newton-South on senior night
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
The rowers in the boys first varsity eight boat finish their last set of the workout before cooling down. In the fall, crew races are typically five kilometers long, while in the spring, races are two kilometers long.
Wayland-Weston crew team rows towards Head Of The Fish Regatta
WSPN's Reva Datar shares a personal reflection detailing her experience on the wrestling team.
Opinion: A reflection on wrestling with myself
Staff Reporter Ben Jackson discusses his thoughts on the Boston Celtics's ongoing season.
Opinion: The Celtics will win the 2024 NBA Finals
WSPN's Bella Schreiber and Jenny Shine discuss opinions on Bill Belichick's future in the National Football League (NFL).
Opinion: It’s time for Bill Belichick to retire from the NFL
WSPN's Jayden Taylor & Ravi Kapadia discuss who is the better athlete between Lebron James and Michael Jordan.
Opinion: Lebron or Jordan for the matchup of greatness?
WSPN's Chloe Zilembo gives her opinion on Erin Matson's impact on both field hockey and women's sports.
Erin Matson: Bringing field hockey and women’s sports to center stage
Join WSPN’s Jane Tardif and Jillian Mele as they talk about the importance of having strong youth sports programs.
Opinion: Youth sports programs benefit high school teams
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang weighs in on expectations and the idea of letting people down.
The weight of expectations: Letting go and letting down
As the 2024 presidential election inches closer, WSPN’s Fiona Peltonen and Maddie Zajac share their thoughts on the importance of youth voting. While there are numerous reasons that youth voting has taken the backseat for many years, it is time that younger generations get more politically involved. “If you want to fix a problem, you've got to commit yourself to doing it,” Fay said. “And one easy way to do it is to vote.”
The importance of youth voting
WSPN's Bella Schreiber discusses the financial strain of applying to college.
Opinion: The cost of college applications is too much
With the 2024 election coming up in November, the country is buzzing with political opinions. While social media can be a good outlet for these thoughts, it doesn’t come without consequences.
Digital democracy: Social media shaping politics
Tyler, The Creator released his new album “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is based off of Chroma the Great from the novel “The Phantom Tollbooth” written by Norton Juster.
“Chromakopia”: A chronicle of self-discovery
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."
Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season
As the 2024 presidential election inches closer, WSPN’s Fiona Peltonen and Maddie Zajac share their thoughts on the importance of youth voting. While there are numerous reasons that youth voting has taken the backseat for many years, it is time that younger generations get more politically involved. “If you want to fix a problem, you've got to commit yourself to doing it,” Fay said. “And one easy way to do it is to vote.”
The importance of youth voting
While poet, book writer and musician Charles Coe reads a poem, he briefly looks up from his book to survey the crowd. Join Co-Multimedia Editor Sofia Ciciarelli as she covers the impact of Coe's poetry, the significance of Arts Wayland for the community and the response of the residents of Wayland after hearing Coe's poetry.
Charles Coe: Impacting Wayland through poetry
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
Join WSPN's Elyssa Grillo and Mischa Lee in an analysis of the new and recurring fall trends for 2024, and the best way to wear these items.
Top fashion trends for fall 2024
Old Money is an aesthetic that has always been popular, however it has really taken over the internet these past few years.
Old Money: An old style resurfaced
Here are some costume ideas to make your Halloween fun, chic and unique.
Halloween costume ideas
A guide to new trends and traditional fashion for men this fall.
Top mens fall fashion trends
Join WSPN reporter Melina Barris as she discusses store options to find the perfect dress for Homecoming
Trying to find the perfect dress for Homecoming? Look no further
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Fall
Crossword: Fall
Back to school crossword
Back to school crossword
Celebrate April with WSPN's Talia and Makenzie Macchi's crossword.
Crossword: April
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Tyler, The Creator released his new album “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is based off of Chroma the Great from the novel “The Phantom Tollbooth” written by Norton Juster.
“Chromakopia”: A chronicle of self-discovery
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."
Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season
Join WSPN’s Carolina Sdoia as she reviews the new series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez story.”
Bloodlines and betrayal: The Menendez brothers in ‘Monsters’
"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" continues the story of the classic halloween movie, "Beetlejuice" in which the main character, Lydia Deetz, is all grown up, but the same ghost is around to haunt and pester her decades later. This sequel not only adds to the spooky tale, but has exhilarated in its bizarre characters, plot points and special effects.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: Double the madness
Join WSPN reporter Jillian Mele as she reviews Tate McRae's latest new single, "It's ok I'm ok."
Tate McRae drops another hit: “It’s ok I’m ok”
WSPN's Fiona Peltonen, Alex Evangelista and Jessie Dretler unwrap the story behind a chocolate factory in Sudbury. When you enter the store, the mural of the Sky Bar can be seen painted on the walls. When the original owners of Sky Bar went out of business, the Mawhinneys took over the product and the Sky Bar come back began. “I don't know any other food item that is so beloved,” L. Mawhinney said.
The Sky Bar comeback: How one family revived a classic candy
Sophomores Max Berkowitz (left) and Noah Horne (right) clap their hands together as they dance to the music playing.
Class of 2027 attends semi-formal dance
Junior Kordell Shouder and senior Jaden Kaufman yell in excitement as junior Michael Caulfield receives the 'Gladiator Helmet' represented to Wayland's player of the game, chosen by head coach Scott Parseghian after each game.
Football shuts down Burlington in first round of playoffs
A Marblehead defender crashes into senior captain Lucas Yemin. Yemin plays for the club team Real Boston FC during the off-season.
Boys soccer scores a win in overtime against Marblehead
The captains from both Wayland and Westfield come together at the center of the field for a coin toss to determine who will start with the ball in overtime.
Girls soccer loses the battle to Westfield in double overtime
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
Join Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they learn more about the Connect Program and innovation courses with special education teacher Jeff Blue and innovation teacher teacher Hayes.
Eye-catching classes: The Connect Program and innovation courses
Join WSPN's Tina Su, Kally Proctor and Emma Zocco as they spotlight the WHS Genius Bar.
The works of the WHS Genius Bar
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
WPS's annual Band Fest
WPS’s annual Band Fest
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
Field Hockey Family: Sisters on the same sports team
Field Hockey Family: Sisters on the same sports team
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 98: Super wednesday and final fall playoff games
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Join Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler and Ben Jackson for this weeks updates.
Weekly Breakdown Episode 95: Picture day make up’s and voting registration
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza
The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza
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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 6, 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 5, 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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