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The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

Brandon Estevez at the Esri International User Conference 2025 Map Gallery. Estevez presents his project on mapping America’s food supply chains as part of a grant-funded partnership with NC State University, UC San Fransisco, UC San Diego and the University of the Kansas. 

(Photo courtesy of Brandon Estevez)

Students’ involvement in advocacy, leadership makes positive impacts in their communities

Kayla Oyakhilomen, Co-Opinions Editor November 10, 2025

As the political environment of the United States becomes increasingly polarized and apprehensive, civic participation is more vital than ever. Now, the responsibility of advocacy lies in the hands...

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Meet our office staff

October 7, 2025

Wakefield High School Wackos, Student Council and advisors work together to plan Homecoming pep rally. From left to right, top to bottom: Payton Smith, Jeren Hernandez, Weston Shrimanker, Ellen Mathis.

Wakefield Wackos, Student Council work together to plan Homecoming Pep Rally

Elana Ruff and Raelynn Rogers September 26, 2025

Pep rallies, in general, are such a vital part of high school culture. Not only do they get the entire student body together to take a break from academics, but they also spark encouragement, excitement...

Teachers Eric Schacht (top left), Austin Tilley (top right), Jesse Kenyon (bottom left) and Jung Yu (bottom right) share how their past careers prepped them for teaching. 
(Photo Courtesy of Eric Schacht, Austin Tilley, and Cali Clark)

From career to classroom: Teachers bring real-world experience to students

Cali Clark, Staff Writer June 2, 2025

Many high school teachers have different interests that shape who they are and what they teach. These interests appear not only in their classes but in their past careers as well. Every teacher has different...

The day before the plant sale, scaffolding was removed from the newly completed pergola. You can already see plants under it, ready to be sold.

Wakefield’s agriculture spring plant sale thrives

Amaya Thrasher, Staff Writer May 21, 2025

For several years now, Wakefield’s agriculture department has put on a spring plant sale, which is normally their biggest source of income. This money is used to fund the Future Farmers of America (FFA)...

Christina Bradford is working hard to teach her class. She makes sure that everyone is following along as she completes the instructions step by step.

Christina Bradford works to inspire her students through English

Jordan DeHart, Staff Writer May 13, 2025

English and literature are an integral part of everyday life. People must learn how to read and write to effectively communicate, lead or express emotion. Despite its importance, some students struggle...

Bayer teaches his class during 4th period. Through his teaching, he has created a positive and effective work environment that helps students be productive with their work and prepare for the future.

Kyle Bayer guides students on paths to success through teaching

Maya Schindler, Multimedia Editor April 21, 2025

Schools are nothing without their teachers. They make school inviting, exciting and keep students engaged in the subjects they learn. While sitting in class for an hour and a half may be unexciting, it...

Okome House on a Wednesday evening. Location at 11200 Capital Blvd, Wake Forest, NC.

Okome House: How an all-you-can-eat restaurant limits food waste

Elana Ruff, A&E Editor April 11, 2025

For any kind of restaurant, food waste is a big problem that only continues to get worse. One might be tempted to believe that places with bottomless ordering like buffets would only accelerate the issue...

Monterosso is a voluntary club advisor for Wakefield's Board Game Club. This photo was taken just after a Board Game Club meeting.

Alexander Monterosso brightens spirits at Wakefield

Amaya Thrasher, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Wakefield High hosts many teachers and various different interesting classes. Many teachers go above and beyond for their students, fellow teachers and community. One such recognized teacher is Alexander...

Audience watching Josie Geolas’ performance at North Carolina Museum of Art. This and many others were played for all to see to touch people’s hearts.  
(Photo Courtesy of Joyce Deaton)

Spoken Word Contest allows students to express themselves, tell stories

Jordan DeHart, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

Students at Wakefield love to express themselves in many different ways. One such way is spoken word: the act of performing one's thoughts through poetry. Students are able to express their feelings through...

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