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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 Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Wakefield community celebrates 25 years of educational excellence. Join the schools of Wakefield in the jubilee as we honor our legacy, reflect on our journey, and look forward to a future filled with growth, learning, and unity.

Wakefield celebrates 25 years of excellence

Katie Spampinato and Jackie Regan • April 24, 2025

Wakefield elementary, middle and high schools are marking 25 years of education, growth and community impact, celebrating a period of shaping students and fostering connections beyond the classroom. Since...

With all the pollen, it's clear that spring has officially sprung! Take these personality quizzes while you absorb the warmer weather and be sure to leave your results in the comments.

Personality quizzes: Spring, part 3

Yusha Ahsan and Kendall Wilson • April 17, 2025

With April starting up and the beautiful months of spring ahead of us, you might be looking for something to do instead of preparing for finals. If that’s the case, we have the perfect personality quizzes...

Wakefield’s DECA club members pose for a photo at the State’s competition. Many portrayed above have won trophies and medals for their accomplishments during the competition. Photo Courtesy of Wakefield DECA.

DECA members eagerly anticipate Nationals

Yusha Ahsan, Co-Editor-in-Chief • April 14, 2025

The Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) is predominantly known for being a business-oriented club that focuses on competing, networking and developing viable leadership skills through real-world...

This color pencil piece of a bat drawn by Mackenzie Book was awarded 1st place color pencil. This is just one of the many works created by Wakefield's talented art students. (Photo Courtesy of Mackenzie Book)

Wakefield art students excel in art shows, competitions

Kendall Wilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief • April 7, 2025

The Wakefield High School art students have made their name known this year, securing copious local and regional art awards across a variety of categories. These hard-working individuals put forth...

The Wakefield women's soccer team comes together for a photo after a game. Coach Calabria has recently taken on the role of coach for the team. (Photo courtesy of Anthony Calabria)

Wakefield women’s soccer team reclaims their glory on the field

Yusha Ahsan and Abby Zimmerman • March 21, 2025

On Thursday, March 6, Wakefield High School’s varsity girls soccer team won its first game this season, defeating Wake Prep Academy 9-0. Less than a week later, they again dominated on the field, winning...

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...

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