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After Massachusetts voted to remove the MCAS graduation requirement, policy makers are reshaping graduation standards. "The top-line understanding is that we’ve moved away from a system that we’ve known for about 24 years, which is one where every school district in Massachusetts had wide latitude to decide what their graduation requirements were in terms of coursework or other experiences, but every single student, in order to earn a diploma, needed to pass the MCAS in one English, one math and one science assessment," Massachusetts Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler said. "We’ve moved away from that now, by virtue of the outcome of [the MCAS] ballot question in November, to a place where communities can still decide what their graduation requirements are, but there’s no requirement for students to pass the MCAS.”
Massachusetts reevaluates graduation requirement without standardized testing
ICYMI: April 14 - World Language Department field trips, pollen allergies and effects of Narcan
ICYMI: April 14 – World Language Department field trips, pollen allergies and effects of Narcan
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
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
At 5:45 a.m. on April 19, a reenactment of the Battles of Lexington and Concord took place at Old North Bridge in Concord. The reenactment was followed by a parade, where several dignitaries, including Gov. Maura Healey, gave speeches. "This is our generation's time, standing here in this place at this moment, we must commit ourselves to defending [freedom]," Healey said. "That's what I will do, and I encourage everyone who knows our history and values our freedom to do the same."
250th anniversary of Battles of Lexington and Concord celebrate freedom
From left to right: Mike Bloom, Ryan Herlihy, Joshua Goodman, Matt Bloom and Jake Mitchell pose for a photo after a show. Goodman, a WHS teaching assistant, is one of five members of the band 'Gold Rush.'
Joshua Goodman takes the stage with Gold Rush
WHS introduces the new concussion testing app Sway, which can be downloaded on a smartphone and used anywhere at any time. As Sway enters the realm of WHS testing and replaces the previous ImPACT testing, athletic trainer Katie Reilly explains its significance in concussion protocol.
Sway: WHS’ new concussion testing tool
Wayland resident and senior Isabella Camacho recently joined the girls varsity tennis team. Camacho is enrolled in an online high school and played tennis for a private club prior to joining the WHS team. Next year, she will play tennis at Wesleyan University.
Isabella Camacho aces her way to tennis stardom
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
From left to right: Mike Bloom, Ryan Herlihy, Joshua Goodman, Matt Bloom and Jake Mitchell pose for a photo after a show. Goodman, a WHS teaching assistant, is one of five members of the band 'Gold Rush.'
Joshua Goodman takes the stage with Gold Rush
Wayland resident and senior Isabella Camacho recently joined the girls varsity tennis team. Camacho is enrolled in an online high school and played tennis for a private club prior to joining the WHS team. Next year, she will play tennis at Wesleyan University.
Isabella Camacho aces her way to tennis stardom
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
On Thursday, April 17, the girls varsity lacrosse team defeated Acton-Boxborough High School (AB) with a final score of 11-3. This game was Wayland's fourth win of the season, improving their record to four wins and two losses.
Game recap: Girls lacrosse defeats Acton-Boxborough
Wayland resident and senior Isabella Camacho recently joined the girls varsity tennis team. Camacho is enrolled in an online high school and played tennis for a private club prior to joining the WHS team. Next year, she will play tennis at Wesleyan University.
Isabella Camacho aces her way to tennis stardom
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
As he rows, Weston junior Andrew Cui focuses on his technique. The crew team has two competition seasons: fall and spring. "I really like crew just because I feel like it is very much a team sport," Weston sophomore Jenna Cutter said. "Especially when you're rowing because you have to be so in sync with the rest of the boat which I think creates a really tight knit team and Wayland-Weston is just a really nice community between the coaches, rowers and coxswains."
Wayland-Weston crew team glides into spring season
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
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 Olivia Green and Emily Wyner reflect on the Trump Administration's abuses of power.
Opinion: 2025? More like “1984”
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
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
As he rows, Weston junior Andrew Cui focuses on his technique. The crew team has two competition seasons: fall and spring. "I really like crew just because I feel like it is very much a team sport," Weston sophomore Jenna Cutter said. "Especially when you're rowing because you have to be so in sync with the rest of the boat which I think creates a really tight knit team and Wayland-Weston is just a really nice community between the coaches, rowers and coxswains."
Wayland-Weston crew team glides into spring season
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From applications to acceptance, seniors navigate the college process
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
A capella harmonizes during Winter Week
A capella harmonizes during Winter Week
“I’ve never seen that before”: Hypnotist Peter Gross hypnotises WHS students
“I’ve never seen that before”: Hypnotist Peter Gross hypnotises WHS students
Starbucks holiday menu review
Starbucks holiday menu review
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
Join WSPN's Emma Zocco and Mischa Lee as they take an inside look at the Wayland Depot
The Wayland Depot: Wayland’s hidden treasure
Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
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 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon
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
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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.

[Photo] Middle schoolers take the field to fill JV squads

Mackenzie Young, Staff Reporter
April 8, 2025
Three former Wayland High School athletes share their experiences playing at the colligate level. "I wouldn't change this for the world," Brown said. "I think it's the best thing ever."

[Photo] “I wouldn’t change this for the world”: What it’s like being a college student-athlete

Joey Fay
February 8, 2025
Seniors gather in the courtyard during extended advisory to socialize, take pictures with each other and snack on candy that was set out on tables.

Class of 2025 celebrates Halloween

WSPN Staff
October 31, 2024
Meet the new teachers of WHS

Meet the new teachers of WHS

WSPN Staff
October 11, 2024
Here are seven things to know about the 2024-2025 school year.

7 things to know about the 2024-2025 school year

WSPN Staff
September 3, 2024
Freshmen Breslyn Voight and Juliet Morenberg match outfits on Friday, Feb. 9. Their outfits were unplanned. “We’re just telepathic,” Voight said. Scavenger hunt prompt: a photo of people wearing matching outfits.

Journalism students participate in a WSPN scavenger hunt

WSPN Staff
February 15, 2024
(From left to right) Seniors Ava Renneker, Belle Peredna, Tasha Janoff, Annika Martins, CC Haddad, Jenny Shine, and Hallie Luo chose "Men In Black" as their groups costume. "It was honestly an easy costume to put together last minute," Belle Peredna said.

WHS celebrates Halloween 2023

WSPN Staff
October 31, 2023
WSPN staff experienced summer vacation in many different ways this year. Here are some highlights:

Gallery: WSPN’s summer scenes

WSPN Staff
September 6, 2023
Wayland High School students return to school on Tuesday, Sept. 5. To help students prepare for the upcoming year, WSPN has put together a list of the top 10 things to know about this school year.

Top 10 things to know about the 2023-2024 WHS school year

WSPN Staff
September 5, 2023
WSPN's Jenny Shine discusses the gender inequality of the college basketball March Madness tournament.

[Photo] Opinion: Women deserve more recognition during March Madness

Jenny Shine
April 5, 2023
WSPN's Jenny Shine discusses her experience as a winter athlete and the struggles she endures.

[Photo] Opinion: What they don’t tell you about being a winter athlete

Jenny Shine
March 15, 2023
A Capella participants describe their experience in the three groups: The Muses, the T-Tones and The Madrigals.

[Photo] Backstage: The a capella experience

Tina Su and Hallie Luo
February 16, 2023
WMS Principal Betsy Gavron announces her plan to take a year sabbatical.

[Photo] Breaking News: WMS Principal Betsy Gavron announces year sabbatical

Nadya Chase
February 8, 2023
Students at Loker Elementary School will be attending school on the WHS campus Tuesday, as a result of school closure due to water damage.

[Photo] News Brief: Loker students attending WHS Feb. 7

Genevieve Morrison
February 6, 2023
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[Photo] Fashionista of the Month: January

Talia Macchi
January 4, 2023
The Boston Parent Council designated Tuesday Jan. 17, as a district-wide Day of Impact, in which many METCO students will stay home from school.

[Photo] Racist graffiti found on WHS grounds, administration responds

Katya Luzarraga, Talia Macchi, and Genevieve Morrison
December 21, 2022
The playoff season for fall sports has begun, and teams are preparing for the competition that awaits. “Going into playoffs I’m really excited,” junior girls soccer captain Lily Mele said. “I think we’re gonna really bring it when the first game comes and no matter our seed or anything I think the energy’s gonna be great and we’re going to perform very well.”

[Photo] WHS fall sports playoff preview

Delia Caulfield
November 3, 2022
Seniors Malachi Dixon-Loatman and Al Young pose in their Joker and skeleton costumes. "It's our senior year and we had never dressed up for [Halloween at school]," Young said. "We wanted to dress up for our last year."

WHS celebrates Halloween 2022

WSPN Staff
October 31, 2022

[Photo] Opinion: The comments affect everyone

Deirdre Brown
November 1, 2022
A cappella club is a club of WHS that performs several times throughout the school year. This year, after a long audition process, 20 new members were accepted into the ensemble. There are three groups that make up the club which include: “The Madrigals,” “The T-Tones” and “The Muses.” The photo above captures one of “The Muses” concerts from last school year. This group has the tradition of wearing black dresses and red heels while performing.

[Photo] All about a capella

Talia Macchi
October 29, 2022
WHS implements a new test return policy. The new policy requires all tests, besides midterms, finals and advanced placement material, to be returned to students.

WPS task force implements test return policy

WSPN Staff
October 21, 2022
WSPN's Kris Poole-Evens discusses "Stray Kids" latest work, "MAXIDENT."

[Photo] Album Review: 30

Hallie Luo and Tina Su
December 14, 2021
Join WSPN's Talia Macchi, Hallie Lou and Penelope Biddle in a review of Taylor Swift's latest work, "Midnights."

[Photo] Album Review: “Harry’s House”

Sophia Oppenheim
May 25, 2022
WSPN's Deirdre Brown discusses Morgan Wallen's latest album, "One Thing at a Time.”

[Photo] Album Review: “i used to think i could fly”

Mischa Lee
June 14, 2022
The Class of 2025's semi-formal will be held on Oct. 29. Class of 2025 officers, executive board and teacher advisors have been in the process of planning since Oct. 2021. "We have high expectations, especially since we have such a nice venue," Class of 2025 Secretary Armaan Chaudhry said. "We should have good music, food, tablecloths and everything like that."

[Photo] The Class of 2025’s semi-formal: The details

Tina Su
September 23, 2022
As the school year has come to start, fall sports are kicking off. Below is some information about every fall sport, the captains and the key players that were selected by coaches and fellow teammates.

[Photo] Fall sports preview

Sasha Libenzon
September 10, 2022
WSPN's Genevieve Morrison discusses town meeting and whether its current form in Wayland is actually democratic.

[Photo] Opinion: At town meetings, the minority rules

Genevieve Morrison
September 8, 2022
As WHS returned to school on Sept. 1, administration has implemented some new regulations to student life. Here are eight new changes to know about heading into the new year.

Top things to know about the 2022-2023 school year

WSPN Staff
September 6, 2022
Wellness teacher John Berry has been selected as the new WHS science department head. He will remain a wellness teacher and oversee the logistical aspects of the science department.

[Photo] Meet the new science department head: John Berry

Bella Schreiber
September 3, 2022
The time for senior graduation has come. The Class of 2022 had their last day of high school on Friday, May 27, and will be graduating on Friday, June 3. “[The seniors] have a lot of energy, and they’re doing great things with their lives,” Wayland High School Principal Allyson Mizoguchi said. “We’re just really proud of them.”

[Photo] It’s time: The Class of 2022 is graduating

Tina Su
June 1, 2022
The Class of 2022's long awaited prom is being held on April, 30. The class government has been planning the event for a while due to push backs with COVID-19. "My favorite part of the planning process was watching prom evolve from ideas to an actual event," Class of 2022 Advisor Jennifer Reed said. "Our e-board has worked tirelessly to ensure this event is a memorable night for the class of 2022."

[Photo] Behind the Scenes: Prom

Sasha Libenzon
May 2, 2022
WSPN's Aditya Weling discusses professional leagues upcoming free agency period and goes into depth on certain NFL teams and what they are looking for as the start of the NFL season is just around the corner.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: NFL free agency

Aditya Weling
April 14, 2022
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[Photo] MOTS: Tom Brady’s return

Jayant Kuppuswamy
April 1, 2022
Protestors assemble outside Wayland High School the morning of Monday, Feb. 14. "We feel that everyone should be able to make their own choice and decide what is medically best for them," one anonymous protestor said.

Breaking News: Anti-mask protest occurs at WHS on Monday, Feb. 14

WSPN Staff
February 14, 2022
Juniors Erica and Megan O'Donnell present their household items they utilized as backpacks. "I saw a few months ago that the 'anything but a backpack' trend existed, and I've been thinking ever since how fun it would be to bring a shopping cart to school," Erica O'Donnell said. "They were in a big pile of toys, so it worked out."

WHS expresses creativity through “anything but a backpack” psyche

WSPN Staff
February 3, 2022
WSPN's Katya Luzarraga overviews the racist events that have occurred over the past month at Wayland Middle School, describing the consequences that we, as a community, have to accept and what we can do to prevent them from happening again.

[Photo] Opinion: The unrelenting grip of racism on students

Katya Luzarraga
January 13, 2022
WSPN's Luke Caples highlights the three leaders in the NFL MVP race, with a couple familiar faces appearing.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: NFL MVP race

Luke Caples
January 13, 2022
Happy holidays!

Happy Holidays from WSPN’s Staff!

WSPN Staff
December 23, 2021
Wayland community members stand at the entrance of Wayland Middle School. Many community members attended a protest at WMS Friday, Dec. 10, in response to two racist incidents that took place in the WMS community this past week. "For most of us, the super important thing is that students and families of color in our community know that we don’t condone the actions of a few," WMS parent and protest organizer Meg Flatley said.

[Photo] Protest at WMS: Wayland community members react to multiple racist incidents

Tess Alongi and Delia Caulfield
December 11, 2021

Come with us to Spirit Day 2021!

WSPN Staff
December 6, 2021
WSPN's Gabe Likerman discusses the three NFL teams who have the possibility of making a push into the NFL playoffs.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: NFL teams that can sneak into the playoffs

Gabe Likerman
December 4, 2021
WSPN's Dante Coppola discusses the MLB's top free agents heading into the offseason and predicts potential new locations for them.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: top MLB free agents and potential landing spots

Dante Coppola
November 12, 2021
The Class of 2023's semi formal is set to take place on Saturday, Nov. 6. Following many postponements, students are excited for the event. "This is our grades first real class event and I think people are just excited to do something as a grade," junior Emily Campos said. "COVID-19 has taken away and postponed so many things, so we are lucky that we are still able to have a dance. "

[Photo] Class of 2023 semi-formal: The long awaited event

Tess Alongi
November 5, 2021
Seniors Alfonso Alvarez and Leo McNulty get ready to prep a meal with their pans and utensils.

Class of 2022 celebrates Halloween (gallery)

WSPN Staff
October 29, 2021
WSPN's Aditya Weling dives into the MLB World Series matchup between the Astros and the Braves.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: MLB World Series matchup

Aditya Weling
October 30, 2021
WSPN's Aditya Weling previews the NBA season and his two favorites for this years championship

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: season predictions for NBA championship favorites

Aditya Weling
October 19, 2021
WSPN's Aditya Weling shares some of his reactions after the first few weeks of the NFL season.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: NFL overreactions

Aditya Weling
October 14, 2021
Students gather in the Field House for the 2021 club fair. At the event, freshmen through seniors are given the opportunity to walk around and examine the various tables that each club presents.

Wayland High School hosts annual Club Fair

WSPN Staff
September 27, 2021
WSPN's Gabe Likerman discusses the outcomes of the NFL's week one regular season games.

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.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: NBA playoffs

Aditya Weling
May 21, 2021
Students and staff congregate outside before the start to the school day. Many got to school as early as 7:50 to try and avoid traffic.

WHS returns to all-in school (gallery)

WSPN Staff
April 27, 2021
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Following a Senior Show-less 2020, the class of 2021 is ready to make their comeback. The class recently elected their Senior Show Executive Board and directors, who are excited to get the process of planning started. "As an underclassman, I loved watching the Senior Show even if I didn't understand all the inside jokes," senior director Philip Natsis said. "Now, being the lead director, it's awesome to take charge of something I've enjoyed for all of these years and watch it all unfold."

[Photo] Q&A with the 2021 Senior Show directors

Brasen Chi
April 15, 2021
WHS students stand outside of their prom in Boston, the last junior prom that happened prior to COVID-19. "I felt that, although it was disappointing, students understood why it needed to be postponed and ultimately came to a unified decision," junior class advisor Jennifer Reed said.

[Photo] One more year: Behind the decision to postpone the Class of 2022’s junior prom

Delia Caulfield and Tess Alongi
April 3, 2021
A group of WHS freshmen stand in their new school's courtyard while a WSPN reporter interviews them. Adjusting to a different learning environment is hard enough, but with the pandemic's challenges and unpredictabilities, the freshmen had to stay motivated through all the changes. "At the beginning of the pandemic, I wouldn't go outside at all, even in the car," freshman Adam Lange said. "Once the time came, a hybrid schedule seemed like a compromise, an assurance that the school cares about my safety."

[Photo] Year One: Freshmen face a new school with new rules

Bryn Curtin
April 8, 2021
Many WSPN reporters speak to new WHS teachers.

[Photo] MOTS: What are students’ favorite Super Bowl halftime shows?

Olivia Tawakol
February 25, 2021
In this latest installment of Politipress, WSPN's Genevieve Morrison discusses the significance of the Emmett Till Law, which designates lynching as a federal hate crime.

[Photo] Opinion: Biden’s first days display an urgent need for climate control

Emily Roberge
February 11, 2021
Reporter Alexina McQuilkin asks students how they feel about returning to school after winter break.

[Photo] MOTS: How do students feel about returning to school after break?

Alexina McQuilkin
January 20, 2021
Happy Holidays from WSPN!

Happy Holidays from WSPN!

WSPN Staff
December 24, 2020
In the latest installment of Politipress, WSPN’s Atharva Weling discusses the horrors of the storming of the U.S. Capitol and how Republicans and Democrats alike can resolve the great divide in our nation.

[Photo] Politipress: Accepting the election is in Republicans’ best interest

Atharva Weling
January 7, 2021
With one quarter of hybrid learning finished, students had some differing opinions on how it went. "[Hybrid] is alright," sophomore Colby Hanson said. "There isn't much to do to resolve these problems beside wait until the pandemic is over. "

[Photo] Students’ reactions to a full quarter of hybrid learning

Brasen Chi and Isabella Ciasullo
January 5, 2021
Since it would not be safe to conduct all Spirit Day events in person, the WHS Student Council worked out a way to still hold a fun yet safe Spirit Day: virtually. Students had mixed reactions to this plan, but most students were happy they got to have any sort of event. “I’m thankful that we could at least have a Spirit Day in general,” freshman Mia Mee said.

[Photo] Virtual Spirit Day garners mixed reactions from students

Genevieve Morrison and Charlotte Thirman
December 23, 2020
In the latest installment of Politipress, WSPN's Atharva Weling discusses the new restrictive voting law in Georgia and what it reveals about the need for continued vigilance in the fight for social equality.

[Photo] Politipress: Trump is destroying the transition of power

Julia Raymond
December 2, 2020
As WHS goes hybrid, the fitness room opens up to all students. New guidelines and rules have been put into place to limit the spread of COVID-19 and maintain social distancing.

[Photo] The fitness room makes its return with new guidelines

Sammy Johnson
November 12, 2020
In the latest installment of Politipress, WSPN's Atharva Weling discusses his excitement surrounding the moral significance of the election of Joe Biden to the presidency.

[Photo] Politipress: It is time for our better angels to prevail

Atharva Weling
November 14, 2020
WSPN's Max Brande breaks down who is on the market for free agency in the MLB and gives his predictions of where these players might go.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: Who is on the market for 2020 MLB free agency?

Max Brande
November 6, 2020
Reporters Sidney O'Rourke and Rebeca Kamens-Gil ask students their opinions on lunch during the hybrid model of school.

[Photo] MOTS: Student reactions to hybrid lunch

Sidney O’Rourke and Rebeca Kamens-Gil
November 4, 2020
A group of senior girls dress up as Vector and Minions from the movie "Despicable Me."

Seniors celebrate Halloween amidst hybrid learning

WSPN Staff
October 31, 2020
In the latest installment of Politipress, WSPN's Atharva Weling analyzes the highlights and pitfalls of the third and final presidential debate of 2020.

[Photo] Politipress: Presidential debate #3 was coherent lunacy

Atharva Weling
November 2, 2020
With the new turf available for the fall season, many teams have experienced playing on the new field. Players on both boys and girls varsity soccer and varsity field hockey are pleased with the new turf. "I love the turf! The old turf was injuring so many people because it was low quality," junior field hockey player Maeve Myles said. "I’m glad they redid it."

[Photo] WHS athletes reflect on their first season on the new turf

Brasen Chi
November 10, 2020
In the latest installment of Politipress, WSPN's Atharva Weling discusses the merits of voting in support of Question 2 this November and making ranked-choice voting a reality in Massachusetts.

[Photo] Politipress: While you’re at it, vote yes on Question 2

Atharva Weling
October 28, 2020
The WHS building has been empty without students for many months, but now it welcomes back the special education students for some in-person learning. However, many COVID-19 precautions must be followed. “In-person learning involves strict protocols and can be complicated and sometimes stressful, but the benefits of having the students come into the building outweigh the disadvantages,” Special Education teacher Diane Camozzi said. “It probably has been more complicated, but it has been worth it.”

[Photo] From Zoom to the classroom: WHS opens its doors for the Special Education Dept.

Jacqueline Cahaly and Ellie Smith
October 7, 2020
In the latest installment of Politipress, WSPN's Caterina Tomassini discusses the first of three presidential debates that took place on Sept. 29 in Cleveland, Ohio.

[Photo] Politipress: The first debate was clownery, to say the least

Caterina Tomassini
October 1, 2020
WSPN's Brenden O'Rourke discusses the NBA Conference finals and his predictions for the rest of the series.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: NBA Conference Finals

May 20, 2022
WSPN reporter Eliya Howard-Delman questions WHS students about what they miss most about everyday life and the first thing they plan to do once it resumes. An astounding 78.57% of students surveyed said that the first thing they want to do once quarantine ends is spend time with their friends.

Former METCO director Mabel Reid-Wallace poses with METCO coordinator Mark Liddell, METCO students, and actress Debra Walton following Walton's performance of "Mr. Joy." Reid-Wallace filed a complaint against the Wayland school district this past February.

[Photo] News Brief: Former Wayland METCO director accuses district of discrimination

Atharva Weling
April 15, 2020
Massachusetts has decided to shut down some businesses and industries, while also promising to keep others functional. Many businesses ultimately will have to choose for themselves what path to take.

[Photo] News Brief: Industries staying open amidst the spread of COVID-19

Dante Coppola
April 12, 2020
Members of the Class of 2020 pose. The 2019-20 school year has proven to be a rocky one. “We've had to deal with new start times, new administration, no fields, no home games, no night games, the entire EEE thing, and now coronavirus" senior Zeke Betancourt said.

[Photo] Coronavirus clashes with the Class of 2020’s senior plans

Remmi Shaw and Ellie Smith
March 31, 2020
Juniors pose at last year's prom. This school year, however, will not feature a traditional junior prom. Rather, the Class of 2021 will hold a senior prom on Sept. 12. "Given the coronavirus crisis, this is the best we could've done," Class of 2021 President Sam Goldstone said.

[Photo] BREAKING NEWS: Prom postponed to Sept. 12

Kevin Wang
March 20, 2020
Sophomore Finn O'Driscoll wrestles a Lincoln-Sudbury wrestler. O'Driscoll, among others, gained a close relationship with former athletic trainer Chris Morash. "The next move should be finding someone like Chris because he was just a great trainer and a really good guy," O'Driscoll said.

[Photo] Trainer Chris Morash departs WHS

Hailey Robinson and Julia Wegerbauer
March 23, 2020
WSPN's Dante Coppola discusses the impact the Coronavirus pandemic has had on sports, specifically in basketball.

[Photo] Coronavirus’s Impact on the Basketball World

Dante Coppola
March 24, 2020
WSPN reporters Lindsey Brown and Katherine Kim investigate how students and teachers feel about the petition to end daylight saving time. The petition wants to stop the process of time changes by not performing the annual “fall back."

[Photo] MOTS: Is daylight savings necessary?

Lindsey Brown and Katherine Kim
March 6, 2020
Sophomore Rachaell Redgate (middle) is interviewed by WSPN reporter Josh Schreiber for "Meet the Semi Dates" along with sophomore Isabelle Ma (right). The Fall River Police Department recently reported that Redgate had went missing, perhaps as far back as Feb. 10.

[Photo] News Brief: WHS sophomore Rachaell Redgate reported missing

Charlie Moore and Kevin Wang
February 26, 2020
The senior players smile as they gather with their families and coach while taking a photo before the game.

[Photo] Girls basketball seniors reflect on their careers at WHS

March 30, 2020
WSPN's Dante Coppola examines Tom Brady's possible next moves

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: The Future of Tom Brady and the Patriots

Dante Coppola
February 12, 2020
Happy Holidays from WSPN!

Happy Holidays from WSPN!

WSPN Staff
December 20, 2019
In the latest installment of Politipress, WSPN's Atharva Weling takes a look at what went wrong for the candidates that have dropped out of or are struggling in the race for the 2020 Democratic nomination.

[Photo] Politipress: And then there were fifteen

Atharva Weling
December 9, 2019
Senior boys pose as a group of minions outside of the North Building. The group sang the banana song in harmony as they waddled through the commons before school.

Best of Halloween Costumes: Class of 2020

WSPN Staff
October 31, 2019
WSPN’s Dante Coppola compares the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs ahead of Super Bowl LIV.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: Predicting Super Bowl LIV

February 2, 2020
Below is a list of the several changes that are being implemented by administration for this 2019-20 school year.

[Photo] Overview: Changes enacted at WHS this school year

Alyssa Dickstein
September 3, 2019
Check here for updates about the 2019 e-board elections.

[Photo] UPDATED: Class e-board elections

Meredith Prince
May 22, 2019
WHS experienced yet another hate incident this past week. "In terms of how do we combat hate, I think first is to acknowledge its presence, to try to understand where it comes from and to try to open up to these conversations," Principal Allyson Mizoguchi said.

[Photo] Responding to hate: the aftermath of the white power symbol discovery

Caitlin Newton
May 21, 2019
Sean Gass has been selected to replace Ethan Dolleman as assistant principal starting next school year. Gass was originally part of the search for James Nocito's replacement.

[Photo] BREAKING NEWS: Sean Gass to replace Dolleman as assistant principal

Meredith Prince
May 16, 2019
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