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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The women's basketball team plays an intense game during the Battle of the Bull. Schaffer can be seen getting ready to shoot the ball. Photo courtesy of Benedict.

Wakefield women’s basketball dribbles into their goals

Yusha Ahsan, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 27, 2025

With a current standing of 3-0 Conference and 12-3 Overall, the Wakefield’s women’s basketball team has opened the door for a successful season. The team is filled with like-minded and dedicated players...

Student directors for "101 Dalmatians" gather together for a photo. After the immense work they've put into this production, they're excited to see everything pay off. (Photo Courtesy of Jake Eisenberg)

Wakefield theater students take the lead in bringing “101 Dalmatians” to life

Kendall Wilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 6, 2025

This winter, Wakefield theater students from the studio A class are stepping backstage to produce “101 Dalmatians” for Wakefield Elementary School. As these performers adapt to a different role for...

"Movember" participants Peyton Thomas (upper left), Kyle Shields (upper right), Jeren Hernandez (bottom left) and James Popek (bottom right) pose for the camera. Event participants are growing out their mustaches throughout the month of November.

Wakefield hosts “Movember” fundraiser for hurricane relief

Monroe Huckaby, Staff Writer November 25, 2024

The “Movember” fundraiser hosted at Wakefield High School aims to raise funds and awareness for the people of Western North Carolina impacted by hurricane Helene throughout the month of November.  The...

Wakefield's FFA worked tirelessly to prepare their Lorax-themed display for the NC State Fair's Plant and Garden competition. Their efforts paid off though; with the display winning top prize in the contest.

Wakefield FFA sprouts to the challenge: wins NC State Fair Plant and Garden competition

Seth Steiner, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 22, 2024

This year at the North Carolina State Fair, Wakefield High School’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) program put in the hard work necessary for the group to take home top marks in the event’s annual...

There is a stark contrast between the overall quality of food in European countries and the United States. Artificial additives in American food raises concern about consumer well-being.

The European gold standard in food safety: why America needs a food renaissance

Katie Spampinato, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 21, 2024

America and Europe share many of the same beloved food brands. Walking into a grocery store in Paris, you’ll find Cheerios, Doritos and Coca-Cola. While the packaging may look familiar, what’s inside...

This trio of chipmunks pose for a picture at the beginning of the day. They are Alvin, Simon and Theodore.

Wakefield students, staff welcome Halloween

Maya Schindler, Multimedia Editor October 31, 2024

Wakefield High School's Career Development Coordinator, Sarah Joyner, helps a student plan for their future. She has surely made her mark on everyone who has entered her office.

Joyner jumpstarts students’ careers at Wakefield

Jackie Regan, Features Editor October 29, 2024

In her 14 years working as the Career Development Coordinator at Wakefield High School, Sarah Joyner has been involved in most student’s journeys toward a successful future. From having basic conversations...

Wakefield High School’s renowned haunted house takes the stage for students and families with the spooky season in action. Be sure to buy tickets and check it out. Graphic courtesy of Wakefield Theatre Company.

Beware of annual Wakefield haunted house

Yusha Ahsan, Co-Editor-in-Chief October 23, 2024

With the month of October sealing to a close, the Wakefield Theatre Company is working hard to ensure the annual student-led haunted house carries on its tradition of being a spooktacular event for audiences...

Cellphones placed in the commonly used holders. This is one of two commonly used methods to enforce the cellphone policy.

Wakefield High School pushes to be phone-free

Amaya Thrasher, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

Throughout the United States, schools are implementing new phone policies with Wakefield following suit in its new phone policy. This year, the newest policy enforces that students do not have phones on...

Wakefield's Flag Football team outplayed the competition and won the County Championship in the 2023/24 season, their first season as a team. (Photo courtesy of Wakefield's Flag Football team)

Wakefield’s flag football team strives for another winning season

Gabriel Linnan, Co-Opinions Editor October 15, 2024

This fall, Wakefield High School’s flag football team is looking to make a name for themselves. As of last year, the girls shined both on and off the field. The flag football team’s first season went...

Senior Sierra Royalty prepares to serve the ball against her Knightdale opponent. Royalty's years of practice allow her to precisely aim the tennis ball.

Wakefield women’s varsity tennis serves up success in academics, athletics

Caroline Rhoad, Sports Editor October 9, 2024

This fall, Wakefield women's varsity tennis team is working to excel both in the classroom and on the court. With a team record of 5-8 and solid solo performances, it is clear that the girls display a...

The cheer and dance teams pose together before performing at a Friday night football game. The theme was neon out. (Photo Courtesy of the Wakefield Dance Team)

Cheer, dance spin into homecoming week

Yusha Ahsan and Jackie Regan October 8, 2024

With homecoming week starting on Oct. 7, the cheer and dance teams are putting in the work to prepare performances for the pep rally and the homecoming football game that will spark school spirit amongst...

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