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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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Sports
Seniors committing to play sports in college commitment on their experiences and advice for aspiring college athletes. Wakefield´s Athletic Director also shares thoughts and advice on the topic.
Wakefield seniors commit to pursue their athletic careers in college
Catherine Marley and Tristan Lempka, Co-Arts and Entertainment Editor and Multimedia Editor • May 15, 2024
The Wakefield High School Maroon Room will no doubt leave a lasting impact on the school. When it's finished, it will be a prominent feature of the athletic hallway and provide a better space for the athletes to work out and reach their full potential.
Wakefield Athletic Booster Club plans to expand athletes’ abilities with Maroon Room
Gaby Sciaudone and Lana Harrison • May 14, 2024
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News
With the heavy winds and extreme flooding brought by Hurricane Helene, many trees fell. This led to the destruction of countless homes. (Photo courtesy of Myatt Hanna)
Wakefield alumni react to Hurricane Helene’s destruction on Appalachian State University
Caroline Rhoad, Sports Editor • October 7, 2024
Over the past few years, Wakefield has seen immense growth in their graduation rate. This has advanced the school's reputation and has brought a lot of hope for the future. (Photo Courtesy of Alexandra Cazin)
Wakefield achieves record-high graduation rates, among top in growth for N.C.
Gaby Sciaudone and Sam Mills • October 2, 2024
The Wakefield sports medicine team poses for a photo after being awarded the Safe Sports School Award. The award recognizes the hard work the students have put into the program.
Sports medicine team receives the Safe Sports School Award
Nara Hamburger, Student Life Editor • April 30, 2024
This November, many high school students will be able to vote for the first time, but deciding between candidates can be surprisingly complicated.
High school students decide who to support in NC Governor’s race
Hannah Kilian and Seth Steiner • April 26, 2024
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Features
Wakefield welcomes new teachers
Wakefield welcomes new teachers
September 24, 2024
Two of Wakefield High School's retiring teachers, Paul Orsett and Edward Lavan, will undoubtedly leave a mark on our community. They use their extensive teaching experience to pass on wisdom to upcoming teachers.
Retiring teachers leave behind an indelible mark on the Wakefield community
Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan • June 3, 2024
South White Street before the leaves regained their color. The buildings in downtown Wake Forest are several hundred years old, being renovated time and time again to make way for local businesses.
Wake Forest's balancing of growth and preservation
Levi Holland, Photography Editor • May 1, 2024
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Opinions
Catherine Middleton waves to a fan in the crowd. (Ricky Wilson via Creative Commons License)
Royal family inspires debate on privacy
Emily Dudash, Co-Editor-in-Chief • May 16, 2024
The great college debate: balancing cost and career prospects
The great college debate: balancing cost and career prospects
Bobby Etters, Guest Writer • May 8, 2024
Country music's modern day comeback
Country music's modern day comeback
Seth Steiner, Features Editor • May 7, 2024
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Student Life
Wakefield's annual Homecoming dance is set to take place on October 12 at 8 p.m. Wakefield's student council works hard to plan for an exciting night of fun.
STUCO preps for 'The Seasons of Wakefield'
Katie Spampinato and Amaya Thrasher • October 4, 2024
Top row, from left to right: Stella Tekotte, Bella O'Janpa, Allison Lazzari Bottom row, from left to right: Camryn Ledwith, Jessica OBerto
New Wakefield clubs focus on helping the community
Caroline Rhoad and Elana Ruff • October 1, 2024
Six of the Head Wackos pose for a photo on the bleachers of the stadium. They prepare for an exciting new year. (Photo courtesy of Wakefield Wackos)
Wakefield Wackos rally school spirit for a memorable year
Jordan DeHart and Nara Hamburger • September 27, 2024
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Entertainment
This season's Comedy Corner features Generation Z comedian Marcello Hernandez! Marcello Hernandez. Hernandez has been a part of SNL for roughly two years, and already has a big influence on the comedy scene.
Comedy Corner: Marcello Hernandez
May 22, 2024
Photo Courtesy of Geffen Records
5 new songs on GUTS (spilled): ranked
Faith Abernathy, Co-Arts and Entertainment Editor • May 3, 2024
Need some new movies and TV shows to watch this year? Look no further than this article!
Movies, TV shows you need to watch out for in 2024
Lana Harrison, Staff Writer • April 22, 2024
Famed singer-songwriter Conan Gray released his third studio album "Found Heaven" on April 5th. This album is incredibly different from Gray's previous work, adopting a unique 80's pop sound.(Courtesy of Republic Records)
Every song on “Found Heaven:” ranked
Catherine Marley, Co-Arts and Entertainment Editor • April 19, 2024
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Multimedia
As the year comes to an end, the Howler staff says their goodbyes. Each senior is congratulated with a custom cupcake of their future college.
Baking people happy: college decision cupcakes
Jordan McIntyre, Co-Opinions Editor • June 6, 2024
The Yard brings new experiences and great ice cream to Raleigh, NC
The Yard brings new experiences and great ice cream to Raleigh, NC
Nic Cazin, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Watch episode five of Gardening with Gaby to learn how to re-pot and care for marigolds. Marigolds are a fun and easy plant to grow this summer.
Gardening with Gaby: Marigolds Edition
Gaby Sciaudone, Sports Editor
Listen to learn more about adjusting to change. From reflecting on ways to respond to change to reviewing types of change, this episode provides a deep dive into change and how to handle it.
The mindfulness minute: Adjusting to change
Catherine Marley, Co-Arts and Entertainment Editor
Hannah's Bookshelf
Hannah's Bookshelf
Hannah Kilian, Co-Opinions Editor
Welcome back to our podcast “Let’s Talk Broadway!” On this issue, we chat about the popular musicals Sweeney Todd and Rent!
Let's Talk Broadway!
Maya Schindler and Tenley Robinson
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