The Howler

New teachers bring a range of experiences, perspectives

October 24, 2018

RYAN ABRAMS, Social Studies Teacher Q: What impact do you hope to make here at Wakefield? A: When it comes to in the classroom, just to build relationships and to show that kids have potential...

Meet the administration

October 23, 2018

MALIK BAZZELL, Principal Q: What are some educational opportunities that have come along, in your public education career? A: [I come from] a family of educators. My mom was a preschool teacher....

Counselors give great advice

October 16, 2018

KIM DOUGLASS, Dean of Students Q: What was your former job and how does it differ from your job now? A: I was the Dean of Students at Roseville High School, so I’m leaving one high school and...

Howler staffers prepare for the next chapter

May 31, 2018

Wake County parts with valedictorians, welcomes Latin system

Anthony Howard, Social Media Editor • May 30, 2018

A Wake County decision will conclude the valedictorian system within several North Carolina public schools, leaving the 2018 senior class to carry out this tradition for the last time. Parents and students...

Women’s varsity soccer makes history

Compiled by The Howler Staff • May 23, 2018

Congratulations to our Women's Varsity soccer team. The team enjoyed a run 4 deep in the NCHSSA playoffs to the round of 8. The team, led by five seniors, made Wakefield history this year. Seniors...

Philadelphia Starbucks displays unconscious bias

Anthony Howard, Social Media Editor • May 17, 2018

April 12. Rashon Nelson and Donte Robinson walk into their local Starbucks and take a seat, waiting for the arrival of their friend. Nelson promptly asked the store manager if he could use the restroom,...

Dr. Wells calls her 17 year Wakefield career a success

Ryanne Howard, Business Editor • May 10, 2018

“Get involved in outside activities. Don’t just go to high school for totally academics. Have a well rounded education. It’s really important to discover who you are. Take advantage of all the opportunities you have. Be a risk taker,” Dr. Wells said.

Wakefield marches for change and remembrance

The Howler Staff; Edited by Anthony Howard, Ryanne Howard, Isabella Petruccione, and Katelyn Sajewicz • April 25, 2018

On March 14 2018, students across the nation participated in a National School Walkout in order to honor the victims of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting and protest for gun reform....

Spirit Week brings spring fever

Yasmin Rosa and Isabela Mercer • April 20, 2018

[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="8" gal_title="Spirit Week 2018"] A whirlwind of immense happiness swirls in the Wakefield halls as students contemplate their wardrobe for spirit week. Each...

Women’s lacrosse gets new players but keeps the same success rate

Kiara Mallory, Sport's Editor • April 18, 2018

Currently in the top three of their conference, women’s varsity lacrosse has a history of being a very successful team at Wakefield High School. Lead by Coach Denna, the Lady Wolverines have kept up...