The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler
The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler
Kendall Wilson

Kendall Wilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Hi! My name is Kendall Wilson and this is my fourth and final year writing for The Howler! When I’m not in school you can find me participating in theater at DRMT or spending time with my friends, family, and dog. I’m thrilled to be back collaborating with this amazing staff for my senior year!

“Don’t ever doubt yourselves or waste a second of your life. It’s too short, and you’re too special.”– Ariana Grande

All content by Kendall Wilson
Flyers for this year's spoken word contest have been put up all around Wakefield in an effort to convince students to participate. For any strong writers, this contest is a great opportunity to express their creative sides and showcase their talents.

Spoken word contest provides Wakefield’s best writers with one-of-a-kind opportunity

Kendall Wilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 22, 2024
Snuggle up with a blanket and take these personality quizzes to help you fall into the spooky spirit. Be sure to leave your results in the comments!

Personality quizzes: Halloween, part 2

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
October 18, 2024
Multiple recent events have exposed a deep rooted issue in our society that needs to be addressed. We cannot keep glamorizing and supporting criminals in the media without directly endorsing criminal behavior itself.

We need to stop glamorizing criminals in media

Kendall Wilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2024
The Wakefield Student Council gathers around the commons glowing with school spirit. They eagerly await the events of the 2024-2025 school year. (Photo Courtesy of Wakefield Student Council)

Student Council revs up for an impactful school year

Kendall Wilson and Gabriel Linnan
September 25, 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
As the school year comes to a close, summer breezes and warmer temperatures take over. Take these personality quizzes to get in the summer mood and leave your results in the comments.

Personality quizzes: summer

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
May 21, 2024
Members from the team pose for a photo after they secured conference with a win. (Photo courtesy of James Doyle)

Driving success: men’s golf team soars to regionals

Kendall Wilson and Levi Holland
May 1, 2024
TikTok, an immensely popular social media app, is being investigated by the U.S. government due to national security concerns. This has raised questions among U.S. citizens who rely on the platform for income.

How a potential TikTok ban will affect creators, the public

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
April 15, 2024

Spring into the community with these local events

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
April 2, 2024
With warmer weather around the corner, it's perfect to wind down outside and take these personality quizzes. Be sure to let us know your results in the comments.

Personality quizzes: spring, part two

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
March 13, 2024
Depression is minimally understood due to the vast appearances it can have. As it continues to be a growing epidemic in our youngest generations, it's time to educate ourselves on the harmful misconceptions surrounding this disorder.

The invisible illness

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
February 1, 2024
No matter what type of music you tend to lean to, we've got the perfect new personality quizzes for you. Get comfortable and take these quizzes, all about music!

Personality quizzes: music

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
January 26, 2024
Best albums of 2023

Best albums of 2023

January 8, 2024
Best People of 2023

Best People of 2023

January 5, 2024
Best TV Shows of 2023

Best TV Shows of 2023

January 3, 2024
The most wonderful time of the year is around the corner! To embrace the holiday spirit, we've created more holiday themed personality quizzes for you to enjoy.

Personality quizzes: holidays, part 3

Yusha Ahsan and Kendall Wilson
November 28, 2023
The Ears Tour movie has quickly become Swift's fans' new favorite documentary to watch from the artist. Here is a complete review of the movie from fellow "Swifties" here on The Howler!

Eras Tour movie review era by era

Maya Schindler, Tenley Robinson, Catherine Marley, Gaby Sciaudone, Kendall Wilson, Caroline Rhoad, Hannah Kilian, Jordan McIntyre, and Xavier Smith
November 17, 2023
Every year, Mistletoe Market lights up the hallways of Wakefield High School. However, this communal event would not be possible without the volunteers that dedicate their time to bringing that beautiful holiday feeling to local families.

Mistletoe Market volunteers work tirelessly to bring holiday cheer to Wakefield

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
November 9, 2023
Field trips should be extended past middle school and offered to high school students more frequently. The myriad of benefits they have outweigh the class time lost, and will help anxious students more confidently step into the adult world.

High schoolers need more field trips

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
November 8, 2023
Research has shown that the current youngest generation, known as Generation Z, spends significantly more money than previous generations. But is this excessive spending harmful, or is it actually beneficial in terms of promoting happiness? (Photo Courtesy of Steven Depolo via Creative Commons)

Money can buy you happiness

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
October 23, 2023
Are you feeling the Halloween spirit this year? Take these personality quizzes all about the spookiest day of the year!

Personality quizzes: Halloween

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor
October 23, 2023

What’s up with the Wackos!

Kendall Wilson and Catherine Marley
October 2, 2023
Seniors from the class of 2023 answer some questions about their high school careers. They offer advice to underclassmen soon to follow in their footsteps.

Senior goodbyes: class of 2023

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
May 25, 2023
Wondering which after school club you should join, or which member of The Howler staff you are? Take these fun personality quizzes to find out!

Personality quizzes: Wakefield

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
May 22, 2023
AI is quickly taking over the art community. In fact, this graphic was made by an AI program.

Is AI taking over our artists?

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
May 8, 2023
Speak Your Truth

Speak Your Truth

Sky Morgan, Nara Hamburger, Yusha Ahsan, and Kendall Wilson
April 26, 2023
Raleigh’s best places to get your hair and nails ready for prom

Raleigh’s best places to get your hair and nails ready for prom

Abby Dykes, Katie Spampinato, Jami Ward, and Kendall Wilson
April 20, 2023
Wakefield Women’s Lacrosse spent this season building relationships and coming together as a team.

New women’s lacrosse coach clears players to the goal

Sophia Fisher and Kendall Wilson
April 13, 2023
What could be better than food? Whether you like salty, spicy, sour, or sweet... you'll love these personality quizzes!

Personality quizzes: food

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
March 23, 2023
Next time you're sitting down to rewatch your favorite nostalgia-filled Disney film, take one of these quizzes! These personality quizzes are filled with Disney references, from movies to tv shows to rollercoasters!

Personality quizzes: Disney

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
March 13, 2023
Tobias Jacobs

Tobias Jacobs

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
March 8, 2023
Eager theater-loving kids cheer excitedly during Junior Theatre Festival’s 20th anniversary concert. They celebrate their love of musical theater by singing and dancing in the audience.

Junior Theater Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
March 3, 2023
We need to start normalizing women playing sports. Today, women still face backlash for their athletic capabilities, which has only been exemplified by social media.

We need to make women feel like they belong on the field

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
February 22, 2023
Wednesday

Wednesday

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
February 3, 2023
Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
February 1, 2023
Takin' It Back

Takin’ It Back

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
January 30, 2023
The endangered species of penguins native to the Galapagos Islands is finally seeing a new wave of hope. Due to the creative efforts of biologists, they've gained a new spot to reside in that may save them in the long run.

Endangered Galapagos penguins see a new wave of hope for their breed

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
January 6, 2023
"Dancing with the Stars" has been a prominent show on TV for 17 years. However, the most recent seasons have made the loyal audience feel the competition is becoming unfair. Photo Adaptation from People Magazine

“Dancing with the Stars” controversy heightens after Charli D’Amelio’s contentious win

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
December 16, 2022
This holiday season, gather around the fire and take these personality quizzes! They all have to do with this wonderful time of year.

Personality quizzes: holidays, part two

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
December 14, 2022
The FX anthology series, "American Horror Story" has, since 2011, released 11 seasons, and isn't stopping anytime soon. Here is my ranking of the AHS seasons, and whether you should binge a season, or skip it completely.

All the “American Horror Story” seasons, ranked

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
November 29, 2022
Thanksgiving is the best time of year to gather with friends and family and have some fun. Below are some quizzes to get you into the Thanksgiving spirit.

Personality quizzes: Thanksgiving

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
November 21, 2022
Amelia Fountas

Amelia Fountas

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
November 4, 2022
The cast and crew of Wakefield's "Sleeping Beauty" brainstorm together during rehearsal. They discuss the blocking of one of the scenes.

Pressure’s on for Wakefield’s fall musical, “Sleeping Beauty”

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
November 2, 2022
Wakefield Wackos cheer on varsity football at their home game against Northern Durham. A few of them showed up early for a festive tailgate in the student parking lot.

Wakefield Wackos motivate athletes

Kendall Wilson and Nara Hamburger
October 5, 2022
SARAH MARTINKO, ESL

SARAH MARTINKO, ESL

Kendall Wilson, Student Life Editor
September 21, 2022

Senior goodbyes: class of 2022

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
June 6, 2022
A local Floridian chihuahua has turned 21, setting a new record for dogs everywhere.

Chihuahua sets record for world’s longest-living dog

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
May 20, 2022
As AP exam week commences, students in the block schedule struggle to feel prepared.

The College Board Exam schedule is not fair to students

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
May 10, 2022
Spring personality quizzes to get into the spring mood.

Personality quizzes: Spring

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
May 4, 2022
Players wait with anticipation to see who the ball will hurtle towards next.

Women’s soccer players pursue citizenship and goals

Yusha Ahsan and Kendall Wilson
April 27, 2022
The Wakefield Zine is a very exciting opportunity for artsy high school students.

Wakefield’s “Zine” provides opportunity for artistic students

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
March 29, 2022
Personality quizzes all about Hollywood.

Personality quizzes: Hollywood

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
March 17, 2022
The gymnasium is alive with movement, in the middle of a Senior Night basketball game.

Women’s varsity basketball players reflect on the season

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
February 28, 2022
The immense pressure put on today's teenage girls leads to worsened depression, anxiety, and overall mental wellbeing.

Adolescence takes a toll on teenage girls

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
February 11, 2022
Personality quizzes to take during this cold winter season.

Personality quizzes: winter

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
February 2, 2022
The "tell me without telling me" trend was a significant part of social media in 2021.

#TellMeWithoutTellingMe

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
January 31, 2022
Hannah Bayles, also known as "yourvoiceteacher" was a very inspiring content creator in 2021.

Hannah Bayles

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
January 27, 2022
The deluxe version of Ariana Grande's sixth studio album was the best album released in 2021.

Positions (Deluxe) by Ariana Grande

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
January 26, 2022
Personality quizzes to embrace the holiday season.

Personality quizzes: holidays

Kendall Wilson and Yusha Ahsan
December 9, 2021
The start of November strikes up a huge debate between Thanksgiving and Christmas enthusiasts.

Are we celebrating Christmas too early?

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
November 22, 2021
One act of kindness from three trick-or-treaters is something Brenda Burdon will remember forever.

Kids bring gifts to woman after she can’t provide trick-or-treat candy

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
November 22, 2021
A disabled dog learns how to walk around in its new wheelchair.

Teen builds free wheelchairs for disabled animals

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
November 10, 2021
Broadway musical posters can be seen all around Times Square, NYC.

Broadway shows that have come back after a year-long shut-down

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
November 4, 2021
Social media in it's many forms.

How is social media impacting your social life?

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
October 19, 2021
Mr. Williams's Headshot

NOAH WILLIAMS, Math Teacher

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
September 27, 2021
Mr. Schock's Headshot

TREVER SCHOCK, PE Teacher

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
September 27, 2021
Ms. Vassallo's Headshot

EMILY VASSALLO, English Teacher

Kendall Wilson, Staff Writer
September 27, 2021
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