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The Wayland Police Department have issued a warning on the rise of scammers during the holiday season. “Hang up [the phone]. if you get a text and you do not know who it's from, just delete it. Don't click on any links, nothing,” Wayland police chief Edward Burman said. “Every single one of them is a scam.”
Police department issues warnings about holiday scams
WHS’s Connect Program ran its annual holiday gift drive to fulfill the wishlist of children enrolled in the Dorchester based non-profit daycare organization, the Yawkey Center. This drive brought the town together and impacted both the students in Connect, as well as the greater Wayland community. “You could see how helpful the town was and how our community came together and wanted to help out a community that wasn't our own [and] kids who were less fortunate than we were,” senior and Connect Program member Jordynn Lee said.
Connect Program hosts annual Holiday Gift Drive
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
A Christmas tree was displayed during the Holiday Open House. The tree was donated by Russell's Garden Center and decorated by the Wayland Girl Scouts.
Wayland Historical Society and Museum host the annual Holiday Open House
ICYMI: Dec. 9 - Wayland Boy Scouts, Holiday Marketplace and election reflection
ICYMI: Dec. 9 – Wayland Boy Scouts, Holiday Marketplace and election reflection
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
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
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
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
A Christmas tree was displayed during the Holiday Open House. The tree was donated by Russell's Garden Center and decorated by the Wayland Girl Scouts.
Wayland Historical Society and Museum host the annual Holiday Open House
Wayland High School will be hosting its second annual Wayland Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair on Sunday, Dec. 8 in the high school commons. Co-organizers and seniors Arya Samaratunga and Eunjee Kang worked together to plan an event where anyone can come and embrace the intricacy of the STEM program and community.
Robotics Club hosts the annual STEM Fair to inspire young minds
Seniors participating in the powderpuff game gather around in a huddle during a powderpuff practice. "My favorite part about Powderpuff has definitely been how lots of different people have gotten to come together and create memories together while we enjoy the competition," Weston High School senior Anika Groff said.
Powderpuff to take place at high school but not as school-sanctioned game
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
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
Chocolate Therapy co-owner Pam Griffin smiles at the counter of her chocolate shop, located on 63 Andrew Ave. in the Wayland Town Center. The shop sells a variety of handmade chocolates, coffee, hot chocolate, ice cream and more. Recently, Chocolate Therapy's nut bark was named to "Oprah's Favorite Things 2024 List." The nut bark comes in a box with three flavors: milk chocolate cashew, dark chocolate almond and white chocolate pistachio.
Chocolate Therapy sweetens up the holiday season
WHS student-run nonprofit organization, Hoops For a Home Court, is dedicated towards raising money for a public sports community center in Wayland. After raising over $20,000, co-leader and junior Cole Zachery explained that there was still more to be done. “This is definitely a step in the right direction, but we have a lot more to do before we reach our final goal,” Zachery said.
Hoops For A Home Court: A team creating something they never had
Senior Sofia Simmons poses on the left along with volunteers for a bottle drive to raise awareness for climate change. Simmons advocates for the climate through Green Team, National Honors Society and National Arts Honors Society.
Sofia Simmons leads the charge of Climate Change awareness
The Boy Scouts will be selling trees on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays noon to 6 p.m. until they sell out. “This event is one of the things that [the Boy Scouts] get to have a direct impact on the community,” freshman Alex Macleod said.
Wayland Boy Scouts hold annual Christmas Tree Sale
WSPN's Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista shine light on sophomore Colin Moleux's car detailing company.
How Colin Moleux went from classroom to car detailing
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
Senior Sofia Simmons poses on the left along with volunteers for a bottle drive to raise awareness for climate change. Simmons advocates for the climate through Green Team, National Honors Society and National Arts Honors Society.
Sofia Simmons leads the charge of Climate Change awareness
WSPN's Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista shine light on sophomore Colin Moleux's car detailing company.
How Colin Moleux went from classroom to car detailing
Staring out into the audience, senior Isabella Fuentes delivers her first lines of “Hadestown,” starring as Eurydice. Fuentes has been practicing theater since elementary school and Eurydice is one of the roles she has been dreaming of; however, her goals are nowhere near fulfilled. The aspiring actress is already making plans to take her talent into the professional world.
Isabella Fuentes sets the stage for a spotlit future
Senior Cate Ellenbogen snaps a picture of senior Jillian Mele and her family to document her commitment to the University of Vermont. Every year, Wayland Boosters organizes multiple different signings for the seniors committed to Division I, II and III sports. Join WSPN’s Sofia Ciciarelli as she covers Wayland Boosters, and how they’ve made an impact on high school athletes.
Wayland Boosters: Supporting WHS athletes with their athletic endeavors
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 boys varsity basketball team is set to take on their rivals, the Weston Wildcats, Friday, Dec. 20 at the Wayland High School (WHS) Field House. This game marks the first home game of the season.
Game preview: Boys basketball takes on Weston in home opener
WSPN’s athlete of the month is freshman Mia Rent for her top placements in cross country meets.
Athlete of the month: Mia Rent
Staff reporters Joey Fay, Owen Harrington and Ravi Kapadia preview each 2024-2025 winter sport.
Winter sports preview 2024
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
After a close match, a team of seniors stack together at the center of the basketball court to hold up the "Dodgeball Winners 2024" sign and take a picture.
SADD and Student Council initiate the fun during Spirit Week
Senior Jahdaya Franklyn tugs off a Weston player's flag as she throws the ball.
Powderpuff 2024: Warriors fall short to the Wildcats
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
WSPN's Reva Datar shares a personal reflection detailing her experience on the wrestling team.
Opinion: A reflection on wrestling with myself
Staff Reporter Ben Jackson discusses his thoughts on the Boston Celtics's ongoing season.
Opinion: The Celtics will win the 2024 NBA Finals
WSPN's Bella Schreiber and Jenny Shine discuss opinions on Bill Belichick's future in the National Football League (NFL).
Opinion: It’s time for Bill Belichick to retire from the NFL
WSPN's Jayden Taylor & Ravi Kapadia discuss who is the better athlete between Lebron James and Michael Jordan.
Opinion: Lebron or Jordan for the matchup of greatness?
WSPN's Chloe Zilembo gives her opinion on Erin Matson's impact on both field hockey and women's sports.
Erin Matson: Bringing field hockey and women’s sports to center stage
WSPN's Olivia Green reflects on the negative effects of pop culture figures in politics.
Opinion: Bringing in pop culture figures to political rallies is problematic
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
Join reporter Mischa Lee as she talks with Roberts and their art experiences throughout the years.
Artist of the Month: Annabelle Roberts
With the final curtain call of "Hadestown," the senior class of 2025 reminisces on their years at the theatre. From late night rehearsals to emotional performances, their time at WHSTE was impactful for all of the seniors.
WHSTE seniors take their final bow on the Wayland High School stage
WHS Wrapped
WHS Wrapped
Join WSPN’s Jessi Dretler and Jane Tardif as they interview the December Fashionista of the Month: senior Maxim Rjanikov
Fashionista of the Month: December
For this recipe, gather 4-6 apples, oats, nutmeg, cinnamon, butter, brown sugar and flour.
Flavor! Apple Crisp
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?
Join WSPN’s Jessi Dretler and Elyssa Grillo as they review the new movie adaptation of the famous Broadway Musical: Wicked.
From Broadway to Hollywood: Wicked makes its magic on the big screen
WSPN's Alex Evangelista and Edge Wheeler rank the songs and discuss the community impact on Lil Uzi Vert's new album "Eternal Atake 2"
“Eternal Atake 2”: Eternally disappointing
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’
As it reaches three o'clock, Santa is escorted by some police and fireman. Each year, the Wayland Fire Department stops by several neighborhoods in Wayland and gives the opportunity for kids to tell Santa their Christmas wish.
The Wayland Town Center lights up Wayland with a Holiday Stroll and tree lighting
Starbucks holiday menu review
Starbucks holiday menu review
Senior Leroyal Harriston gets a rebound following a failed layup before dribbling the ball down the court. Orange team's record is 0-2 this season, but some players are maintaining hope to bounce back. "We've had some tough games but it's nothing we can't come back from," senior Felix Kissell said.
IBL teams scrap for a win in second matchup of the year
A group of three carolers sing holiday tunes. The group of carolers walked around the market and sang to the shoppers at different locations. They sang many festive songs including "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" by Gene Autry and The Pinafores.
The Wayland Holiday Market spices up the season
After a close match, a team of seniors stack together at the center of the basketball court to hold up the "Dodgeball Winners 2024" sign and take a picture.
SADD and Student Council initiate the fun during Spirit Week
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
Starbucks holiday menu review
Starbucks holiday menu review
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo's Wayland
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo’s Wayland
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Spirit Day vlog 2024
Spirit Day vlog 2024
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 101: Class of 2026 fundraiser and start of winter sports season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 101: Class of 2026 fundraiser and start of winter sports season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 100: Thanksgiving events and Christmas tree shopping
Weekly Breakdown Episode 100: Thanksgiving events and Christmas tree shopping
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Weekly Breakdown Episode 99: Hadestown performance and fall sports wrap up
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo's Wayland
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo’s Wayland
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
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Did You Know: William Barton

Did You Know: William Barton

Lucy Hughes and Aimee LaRochelle
September 25, 2017
WSPN interviews some of WHS' most fashionable students.

WSPN interviews some of WHS’ most fashionable students

Aimee LaRochelle and Masha Yakhkind
June 19, 2017
Did You Know: Theo Ndukwe used to perform in his church's choir

Did You Know: Theo Ndukwe used to perform in his church’s choir

Lucy Hughes and Aimee LaRochelle
June 16, 2017
WSPN looks at summer fashion trends

WSPN looks at summer fashion trends

Masha Yakhkind and Aimee LaRochelle
June 14, 2017
Did You Know: Naomi Lathan is an American Archer

Did You Know: Naomi Lathan is an American Archer

Lucy Hughes and Aimee LaRochelle
June 13, 2017
Class of 2017 receives diplomas (239 photos)

Class of 2017 receives diplomas (239 photos)

Masha Yakhkind, Kate Balicki, Hannah Rice, Nathan Zhao, Janani Gandhi, Aimee LaRochelle, Jackie Stoller, and Lucy Hughes
June 10, 2017
Class of 2017 graduates (197 photos)

Class of 2017 graduates (197 photos)

Masha Yakhkind, Hannah Rice, Kate Balicki, Lucy Hughes, Jackie Stoller, Nathan Zhao, Aimee LaRochelle, and Janani Gandhi
June 9, 2017
Students were angry over the administration cancelling the showing of the film "Cool Runnings." WSPN's Nathan Zhao explored several angles of both student and administrative responses.

Administration announces removal of Principal Scholarship Award

Aimee LaRochelle and Abby Mitty
June 6, 2017
The sitting area of the Common Cafe and Kitchen. WSPN's Aimee LaRochelle reviews both the restaurant's breakfast and lunch experiences.

Review: Common Cafe and Kitchen

Aimee LaRochelle
May 16, 2017
WSPN's sports reporters give you a preview of each spring team, as well as a couple players to watch.

Spring Sports Preview

Duncan Stephenson, Audrey Camacho, Veronika Golod, Kate Balicki, Joyce Wu, and Aimee LaRochelle
April 6, 2017
Did You Know: Owen Smith

Did You Know: Owen Smith

Lucy Hughes and Aimee LaRochelle
March 30, 2017
One of the bigger compromises the junior e-board made was settling on mandated party buses, a middle ground between mandated coach buses and private external transportation.

Opt-out forms for prom coach buses

Isabel Gitten and Aimee LaRochelle
March 7, 2017
Did You Know: Hannah Roberge

Did You Know: Hannah Roberge

Lucy Hughes and Aimee LaRochelle
February 15, 2017
Did You Know: Lauren Stahl

Did You Know: Lauren Stahl

Lucy Hughes and Aimee LaRochelle
February 14, 2017
Girls' basketball faces Concord Carlisle for Senior Night (19 photos)

Girls’ basketball faces Concord Carlisle for Senior Night (19 photos)

Aimee LaRochelle
February 13, 2017

Jazz Ensemble Video from WSPN TV on Vimeo.

WW ’17: Jazz Ensemble performs (sound slide)

Nathan Zhao, Aimee LaRochelle, and Charlie Moore
February 9, 2017
WW '17: Print making (33 photos)

WW ’17: Print making (33 photos)

Lucy Hughes, Aimee LaRochelle, Kate Balicki, and Joyce Wu
February 1, 2017
WHS students will be attending the Women's March in Boston this Saturday.

WHS students to attend Boston Women’s March for America this Saturday

Aimee LaRochelle and Olivia Waldron
January 21, 2017
Above, marchers protest reality TV star Donald Trump's election in Washington, D.C. on November 12, 2016. WSPN takes a look at WHS students and teachers' positions on Trump's presidency.

WHS community reflects on presidential transition

Janani Gandhi, Isabel Gitten, Aimee LaRochelle, and Olivia Waldron
January 19, 2017
Pictured above is a scene from the Love Trumps Hate rally in New York City after the election. WSPN interviewed WHS students who attended rallies in New York City and Boston shortly after the election.

Q&A with WHS students who attended “Love Trumps Hate” rallies

Aimee LaRochelle
January 19, 2017
Freshman Sam Cahaly broke the freshman boys' diving record this winter, which hadn’t been broken in 11 years.

Freshman Sam Cahaly breaks freshman boys’ diving record

Aimee LaRochelle
January 18, 2017
WSPN's Veronika Golod and Masha Yakhkind discuss winter fashion trends.

Girls' basketball defeats Lincoln-Sudbury in home opener (34 photos)

Girls’ basketball defeats Lincoln-Sudbury in home opener (34 photos)

Lucy Hughes and Aimee LaRochelle
December 15, 2016
WSPN interviews some of WHS' most fashionable students.

WSPN takes a look at fall fashion

Masha Yakhkind, Aimee LaRochelle, and Joyce Wu
November 28, 2016
Boys' soccer wins state finals (86 photos)

Boys’ soccer wins state finals (86 photos)

Aimee LaRochelle, Charlie Moore, Janani Gandhi, Masha Yakhkind, and Veronika Golod
November 24, 2016
Pictured above is a portrait by junior Nat Hsu of a child living in a Syrian refugee camp. The portrait, along with many others like it, will be sent to the child by the Memory Project. “It is my hope that by creating portraits for these children, we are letting them know that someone far away cares about their well-being,” art teacher Veronique Latimer said.

Art Club hosts Memory Project

Aimee LaRochelle
November 13, 2016
Pictured above are sophomore Eden Vanslette and junior Brooke LaPierre collecting their uniforms for girls' varsity soccer. Many WHS sports teams are receiving new uniforms this year. "We picked the 5 last teams that were the oldest uniforms in the school, and those go back a scary amount of time,” Athletic Director Heath Rollins said.

WHS sports teams receive new uniforms

Aimee LaRochelle and Abby Stoller
November 13, 2016
Clue: The Musical (83 photos)

Clue: The Musical (83 photos)

Isabel Gitten, Abby Mitty, Lucy Hughes, and Aimee LaRochelle
November 7, 2016
WHS students share their opinions on hypnosis.

Students react to the 2016 presidential election

Aimee LaRochelle and Abby Mitty
November 2, 2016

2016 Summer Fashion Preview

Aimee LaRochelle, Olivia Waldron, and Masha Yakhkind
June 20, 2016
WHS' Class of 2016 graduates

WHS’ Class of 2016 graduates

Naomi Lathan, Janani Gandhi, Aimee LaRochelle, and Masha Yakhkind
June 13, 2016
Class of 2016 receives diplomas (239 photos)

Class of 2016 receives diplomas (239 photos)

Janani Gandhi, Aimee LaRochelle, and Masha Yakhkind
June 12, 2016
Class of 2016 graduates (171 photos)

Class of 2016 graduates (171 photos)

Aimee LaRochelle, Janani Gandhi, and Masha Yakhkind
June 12, 2016
Senior Josh Brito

WSPN’s 2015-2016 All-Stars: top eight athletes at WHS

Duncan Stephenson, Masha Yakhkind, Abby Stoller, Jackie Stoller, and Aimee LaRochelle
June 2, 2016
Pictured above are the members of the Class of 2016 who were recruited to play a sport in college. WSPN interviewed WHS athletes who plan on playing a sport in college to gain insight about the college recruiting process.

Wayland Boosters hosts annual signing day event

Isabel Gitten and Aimee LaRochelle
May 5, 2016
Above is a pair of white Vans, one of this season's hottest trends. WSPN's Isabel Gitten and Aimee LaRochelle share their opinions on what is in style this season.

2016 Spring fashion preview

Aimee LaRochelle and Isabel Gitten
March 31, 2016
Above is a sample question from the WHS advisory survey. Wayland High School students took an online survey that asked questions relating to how advisory is run.

WHS advisory survey results are released

Aimee LaRochelle
March 17, 2016
Pictured above is sophomore Camron Shahidi. Shahidi became interested in DJing three years ago, and since then, it has grown into a passion of his. “I’m working a lot on my songs and trying to get them to the best they can be," Shahidi said.

Camron Shahidi: Never give up on your dreams and projects

Aimee LaRochelle
March 14, 2016
Wandering Backpack asks what you would bring if you had 10 minutes to pack a bag with your most treasured items, knowing you wouldn’t be back for years.

Wandering Backpack: Nancy Florez

Jackie Stoller and Aimee LaRochelle
March 2, 2016
Pictured above is junior Peter Tsipis taking a selfie with Republican presidential candidate John Kasich. “I was surprised with how close I was to him when I got to hear him speak. His rallies let people get very close and personal which I really like in a candidate," Tsipis said.

Students attend NH presidential candidate rallies

Thomas Chan, Jackie Stoller, and Aimee LaRochelle
February 12, 2016
Above is Nelson DeWitt, who spoke to WHS students during Winter Week. DeWitt shared his experience of discovering that he was one of the missing children taken from his family in El Salvador during the Salvadoran Civil War. "It’s important to put ourselves in other people’s shoes, but it is often very hard to do so,” DeWitt said.

WW ’16: Nelson DeWitt shares the story of reconnecting with his birth family

Aimee Larochelle, Abby Stoller, and Olivia Waldron
February 10, 2016

WW ’16: School-wide viewing of “Selma” kicks off Winter Week

Olivia Waldron, Naomi Lathan, and Aimee LaRochelle
February 2, 2016
Shown above are people waiting outside a Target on Black Friday. WHS students share their experiences working and shopping on Black Friday in the Natick Mall. "If you have any people in mind you have to buy gifts for, it’s a good time to take advantage of those sales too,” senior Lizy Flagg said.

Students share their experiences working and shopping on Black Friday

Aimee LaRochelle and Lina Baranovsky
November 24, 2015
WHSTE presents "Just So" (59 photos)

WHSTE presents “Just So” (59 photos)

Elena Erdekian and Aimee LaRochelle
November 17, 2015
WSPN looks into the latest fall fashion (18 photos)

WSPN looks into the latest fall fashion (18 photos)

Aimee LaRochelle and Jackie Stoller
October 28, 2015
Third annual Pam's Run (22 photos)

Third annual Pam’s Run (22 photos)

Aimee LaRochelle
October 20, 2015
Above is the briefcase that contained Lt. Col. Martin W. Joyce's documents and an album of photos of the 1916 Punitive Expedition to the Mexican border. The contents of the briefcase inspired two projects that actor Casey Affleck and history department head Kevin Delaney are collaborating on. "We were like, ‘Jeez, why is this thing in [the] Wayland High School book room?’” Delaney said.

WHS History Project inspires Affleck projects

Meg Trogolo and Aimee LaRochelle
October 16, 2015
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