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On Wednesday, Oct. 1, Congress failed to pass the federal funding budget, shutting down the U.S. government until a deal is made between the Democratic and Republican parties.
BDBN: The U.S. has shutdown, cutting off millions of federal workers’ paychecks
Playing music for the celebration, from left to right, Vagabond seniors Ben Hammond, Ori Kohl, junior Brennan Smith and senior Atticus DeGrenier play music ranging from 90's to today's hits.
The Eliza J. Norton Foundation ‘Celebrates With Heart’ at their annual festival
Have you been a regular reader of WSPN content? Test your knowledge with WSPN's new column: News Quizzes. The first being the "September News Quiz" highlighting key information WSPN stories have covered during the month of September. The answer key can be found at the bottom of the quiz.
Are you keeping up with WSPN? Find out in this September news quiz
Students crowd around in a circle as junior Max Curbelo dances and spins on the floor.
Students dance their hearts out at homecoming
In Arts Wayland's grand opening for its new location, Arts Wayland displayed a variety of work, including photographs, sculptures, paintings and sketches.
A community for the arts: Arts Wayland’s grand opening
From ceramics to forensics, Wayland High School hosts a wide variety of courses for students, allowing for student to grow their distinct interests. In this first issue of Interesting Electives, WSPN's Fiona Peltonen explores the senior Astronomy class, diving deep into its creation, purpose and activities.
Unique electives: A universal interest
"The Compatriots" hometown premiere was followed by a Q & A with the audience. From left to right, the Q & A included Producer Alberto Sayan, Director Spencer Cohen and lead actor Rafael Silvia.
His childhood friend faced deportation, so he made a movie about it
In the Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, technology interfering with students' everyday lives is a theme that is discussed and analyzed.
How teachers and students are affected by the “Anxious Generation”
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement, ANNA, has recently opened a center in Wayland. This center is dedicated to supporting children with autism aged 6 years old and under, along with supporting their families. The center hopes to bring awareness and support to children with autism, and reduce the large stigma surrounding all neurodevelopmental disorders.
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement center strives to make positive change in Wayland
Local student-run businesses in Wayland -- especially those relying on imported goods -- are feeling the strain of President Trump’s new tariffs. As prices rise, young entrepreneurs are adapting by shifting to domestic products or changing their business models entirely.
The impact of tariffs on local student businesses
The Wayland student section cheers and pops confetti poppers following Wayland's first goal of the game.
Boys soccer ties Westford Academy in the annual Kicks for Cancer game
There are 11 Wayland High School sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 9/29
Boys basketball head coach Dennis Doherty will not be returning to the sideline this winter as he announced his resignation earlier this month. Doherty has been the head coach for 17 years and played for the Wayland varsity team during his high school days.
Coach Doherty steps down after 17 seasons at Wayland
After the captains, seniors Dylan Engelhardt, Alex Evengelista and juniors Brajae Walton Aidan Curry come back from meeting with the reffs and Ashlands captains, players rush the field and jump up in excitement. "Our team is young, but shows a lot of potential," Engelhardt said. "At the end of the day, it comes down to getting better each week and reducing mistakes."
Football defeated in homecoming game
There are 12 WHS sports games this week, one of them including the annual Kicks for Cancer game on Saturday, Sept. 27. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 9/22
Throughout history, rat poison has been a common method of pest control, often being placed by pest companies or bought online for personal use. Times have changed though, and with a plethora of alternative options, the outdated use of this product is shooting us in the foot. Rodenticides have the power to wipe out an entire wildlife ecosystem and yet they are still commercially used in the state, which is why it’s imperative that it ends now. “I feel better in my soul, knowing that I'm taking an action to try to protect the environment," Co-founder of Save Concord Wildlife Gwendolyn Shipley said. “I would encourage anyone who is feeling a little bit overwhelmed, this could be a small step to take to help save the world.”
Opinion: Poisoning the well, the threat of rat poison
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she navigates the controversial "one size fits all" system utilized by Brandy Melville, a popular clothing brand.
One size fits few: The controversy of Brandy Melville
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she discusses how harmful grade comparison can be to teens.
The hidden dangers of grade comparison
Join WSPN's Mack Young as she discusses the stressful nature of certain Snapchat features.
The snapping point: How Snapchat’s features harm teens
WSPN’s Melina Barris reflects on her time spent as a senior in high school.
The bittersweet feeling of senior year
In Wayland, there are several events for residents during the month of October. Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she lists out the activities.
Events in Wayland throughout October
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she does a book versus TV show analysis on Jenny Han's "The Summer I Turned Pretty."
Did “The Summer I Turned Pretty” TV show stay true to the books?
This month's artist is senior Kaileigh Walker.
Artist of the month: Kaileigh Walker
In Arts Wayland's grand opening for its new location, Arts Wayland displayed a variety of work, including photographs, sculptures, paintings and sketches.
A community for the arts: Arts Wayland’s grand opening
Join WSPN's Annabel Orcutt as she discusses fashion with Ava Adelson.
Fashionista of the Month: Ava Adelson
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Grace Zocco, Class of 2028, is the Co-Multimedia Editor, with a podcast focus. In her free time, she likes to go to concerts, play soccer for WHS and spend time with her family and friends.

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The Wayland student section cheers and pops confetti poppers following Wayland's first goal of the game.

Boys soccer ties Westford Academy in the annual Kicks for Cancer game

Grace Zocco
September 30, 2025
The Wayland student section cheers and pops confetti poppers following Wayland's first goal of the game.

Boys soccer ties Westford Academy in the annual Kicks for Cancer game

Kyle Zhang and Grace Zocco
September 30, 2025
Students crowd around in a circle as junior Max Curbelo dances and spins on the floor.

Students dance their hearts out at homecoming

Natalie Greenaway, Vanessa Taxiarchis, Marissa Mendoza, Cordia Wang, and Grace Zocco
September 26, 2025
After the captains, seniors Dylan Engelhardt, Alex Evengelista and juniors Brajae Walton Aidan Curry come back from meeting with the reffs and Ashlands captains, players rush the field and jump up in excitement. "Our team is young, but shows a lot of potential," Engelhardt said. "At the end of the day, it comes down to getting better each week and reducing mistakes."

Football defeated in homecoming game

Grace Zocco and Nathan Hartunian
September 24, 2025
The boys and girls varsity cross country teams are facing a new challenge this year, losing many seniors from last year. The captains look to prepare themselves and the team to the best of their abilities to combat this trial.

Preseason Preview: Cross country

Joey Fay and Grace Zocco
September 8, 2025
The boys and girls crew teams are looking forward to their season back on the water. "It's our enthusiasm for the sport that helps us succeed as a team," senior captain Ashley Maddocks said.

Preseason Preview: Boys and girls crew

Joey Fay and Grace Zocco
September 5, 2025
The girls volleyball team is looking to build off of their 2024 final four berth. The team opens their season on Friday, Sept. 5 with an away game at Newton South.

Preseason Preview: Girls volleyball

Joey Fay and Grace Zocco
September 4, 2025
Senior captain Kiera Hines drives down the field. The varsity field hockey team opens up their season on Friday, Sept. 5 with a home game against Arlington Catholic High School.

Preseason Preview: Field hockey

Joey Fay and Grace Zocco
September 3, 2025
Class of 2026 storms into senior year

Class of 2026 storms into senior year

Grace Zocco
September 2, 2025
Both the boys and girls soccer teams huddle up during their games from the 2024 season.

Preseason Preview: Boys and girls soccer

Joey Fay and Grace Zocco
September 2, 2025
Storming into the field house, the Class of 2026 collides together, making a mosh pit. Seniors cheered and jumped in a cluster, celebrating their last first day of high school.

Junior Cooper McFarlane watches the ball after hitting his tee shot on hole seven.

Preseason Preview: Golf

Joey Fay and Grace Zocco
August 29, 2025
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[Photo] Postcards from WSPN

Ainsley Jay and Annabelle Hage
September 2, 2025
Two players from the Class of 2025 walk towards the score board, before the next play.

Preseason Preview: Football

Joey Fay and Grace Zocco
August 28, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 121: WHS’s first benefit concert and upcoming “Final Four” games

Grace Zocco
June 10, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 120: Graduation week and round two of playoffs

Natalie Greenaway, Karis Tam, and Grace Zocco
June 3, 2025
Join WSPN’s Mack Young, Abby Bergeron and Grace Zocco as they break down the annual music festival, Boston Calling, which took place May 23 to May 25.

Three days, one city: 2025’s Boston Calling unpacked

Grace Zocco, Abby Bergeron, and Mack Young
June 2, 2025
Fresh Cuts, the student-run landscaping business founded by freshman Maxwell Tharpe, is a locally focused group that does lawn care for homes across Wayland.

FRESH CUTS: “The Best and Nothing Less”

Grace Zocco and Kyle Zhang
May 23, 2025
Swinging her arms, senior captain Jillian Mele shoots the ball into the goal. Mele scored six goals during the game.

Girls lacrosse celebrates senior night with a win

Sasha Libenzon and Grace Zocco
May 22, 2025
Prom attendees form a circle around history teacher Timothy Glavin.

Class of 2026 dances into new memories at junior prom

Sasha Libenzon, Carolina Sdoia, Mack Young, Abby Bergeron, and Grace Zocco
May 20, 2025
The boys varsity volleyball team has a record of 12-5 going into their final three regular season games. "Things are going in the right direction," head coach Philip George said.

[Photo] Boys volleyball update: Team looks to continue a successful season into the playoffs

Joey Fay
May 14, 2025
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

Grace Zocco and Chloe Zilembo
April 19, 2025
Head Coach Philip George talks to the team during a timeout. George is an English teacher at WHS.

Boys volleyball rallies against Lexington

Edge Wheeler, Natalie Greenaway, Grace Zocco, and Mischa Lee
April 3, 2025
The Class of 2025 rushes the stage at the end of senior show. "[Senior show] was super fun, and it was a great way for all of us to come together for the start of senior spring," senior Amelia Lang said.

Class of 2025 entertains the Wayland community with its Senior Show

Sofia Ciciarelli, Annabel Orcutt, and Grace Zocco
March 26, 2025
Join WSPN's Grace Zocco as she sheds light on how seniors deal with having an injury during their last high school seasons.

Stronger than the setback: High school seniors battle back from injury

Grace Zocco, Staff Reporter
March 12, 2025
Join WSPN’s Grace Zocco and Abigail Bergeron as they interview February's Fashionista of the Month: freshman Amelie Schegerin.

Fashionista of the Month: Amelie Schegerin

Abby Bergeron and Grace Zocco
February 27, 2025
Senior captain Paul Lang and senior manager Amelia Lang are joined by their parents to take a photo for the wrestling team's senior night.

Game recap: Wrestling pins Newton-South on senior night

Grace Zocco and Sasha Libenzon
February 7, 2025
As his opponent grabs onto one of his legs, senior Anthony Brown gets stuck underneath.

Wrestling team pins down a victory at home quad meet

Grace Zocco and Emma Zocco
January 24, 2025
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