VISUAL ARTS UPDATE

Artist: Grades 2-3 Students

Students in grades 2–3 made a full alphabet without using rulers or measuring devices. Every color includes all the primary hues. Once the alphabets were completed, classrooms brainstormed ideas to describe one of the social justice standards of identity, diversity, justice, and action. Students voted on their favorite words.

Artist: Athena Esbjörn-Hargens

“Ladder Sculpture” based on “A Ladder for Booker T. Washington” by artist Martin Puryear.

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Artist: Evie Smith

Mixed media tree prints. Students carved images of trees into linoleum, then printed them on backgrounds created with a variety of media that represent the sky at different times of the day.

Artists: Yenenesh Wilson (Zebra) and Piper Judy (Deer)

Students formed animal heads using a combination of newspaper, cardboard, aluminum foil, and masking tape, then covered the underlying structure with a paper mache “skin.” Color, texture, and patterns were added by collaging layers of colored paper onto the surface.

Artists: Pippa Huffard, Lydia Birknes, Maya Flores, and Avery VonFrank Possibilities of a Parabola: An Exploration in Math, Art, and Engineering (inspired by the work of Erik Demaine).

Artists: Grade 8 Students

“Making Data Visible” – a collaborative art and science installation. Eighth-grade students participated in a community service project at Crescent Beach State Park during LEAP Week. To represent the 843 pieces of trash they collected, each student designed a patterned strip using oil pastels.

Artists: K-1 Students

K-1 students studied the work of Ukrainian artist Maria Prymachenko. Using both warm and cool colors, students created paintings with real or imaginary creatures that were cut out and assembled into collages.

Our boys lacrosse team had an impressive season, finishing the regular season with a record of 7–5 and earning the #6 seed in Class C. The players continued their success into the playoffs, defeating #3 Maranacook/Winthrop/Spruce Mountain 19–7 in the quarterfinals, and then topping Oak Hill 8–4 in the state semis. In a thrilling championship game, the Flyers went head-to-head against North Yarmouth Academy, ultimately winning in an overtime finish with a score of 9–8. This victory secured their second consecutive championship, the third in four years. The final record was 11–5.

Waynflete’s girls lacrosse team had a competitive season, earning a 6–6 regular season record that secured the #6 seed in Class C. In a great quarterfinal game, the Flyers faced off against #3 North Yarmouth Academy but were unable to secure a win, falling 8–6. The Flyers finished the season with a record of 7–7.

The girls tennis team had an outstanding season, culminating in its impressive win of the Class C South regional championship. Although they were the #4 seed in the south, the Flyers proved themselves to be a force to be reckoned with, earning a record of 11–5 throughout the season. In the state championship, the Flyers faced off against the #1 seed Washington Academy. The match was close, but the Flyers ultimately lost with a final score of 3–2. Lucy Hart ’24 was named the Forecaster Female Athlete of the Year.

The Waynflete boys tennis team once again proved itself to be a powerhouse in the state, capturing its 14th consecutive state championship in a commanding 5–0 win over Van Buren/ Wisdom. The team ended the season with a record of 12–4.

The Waynflete baseball team had an incredible season, securing its most successful year in Class C to date. With a regular season record of 12–4, the team earned the #4 overall seed in the playoffs. The final season record was 13–5. Seven players were selected for All Conference recognition, and Payton Smith ’23 was named Conference Pitcher of the Year, a well-deserved accolade for his outstanding performance on the field. Smith was also named the Forecaster Male Athlete of the Year.

Waynflete’s crew had an exceptional season, winning the Davison Cup for the third consecutive year. The crew also had an impressive showing at the Mayor’s Cup Regatta in Malden, winning three races, including the cup itself. They narrowly missed out on the Maine State Championship Dirigo Sprints, losing by a single point to Megunticook.

Our track team had a successful season, thanks in part to its partnership with Cheverus. The squad became an official co-op team this year, allowing the athletes to compete at the highest level. Bryan Stark-Chessa ’23 qualified for the Class A state meet and placed in three events. He took an impressive fifth place in both the 1600 and 3200, as well as sixth place in the 4x800 relay.

Waynflete’s Ultimate Frisbee team had an impressive showing at the state tournament, winning in both the quarterfinals and semifinals. While they fell short in the final match, the team can be proud of its hard work and achievements throughout the season.

The boys soccer squad made history with its impressive fourth consecutive Class C state championship win, finishing the season with a remarkable 16–1–1 record. Myles Culley ’23 tied the state record for single season with 52 goals and earned numerous accolades, including All-American and Class C Player of the Year. Culley, Roan Hopkins ’23, and Matt Adey ’23 all earned spots on the MSCA Southern Maine All-Star team. Coach Salway was recognized by the Southern Maine Soccer Officials Association.

Waynflete’s girls soccer team had an impressive season, making it to the Class C Southern Maine championship game. Despite a tremendous effort, the Flyers lost 1–0 to Maranacook. Iris Stutzman ’23, Lucy Hart ’24, and Grace Alexander ’26 were selected for the MSCA Southern Maine All-Star team. Hart also earned recognition as the Portland Forecaster Fall Athlete of the Year and was selected to the All-State team. The Flyers finished the season with a 12–5 record.

Our boys cross-country team had an impressive season, finishing fourth at the South Regionals and seventh at the Class C states. Will Barmby ’24, Sawyer Linehan ’23, and Pi Crosby ’25 were all named to the WMC Class C All-star team.

Waynflete’s girls cross-country team had an outstanding season, capturing the Class C Southern Maine title after narrowly defeating Maranacook for the championship. The Flyers also took third place in the state meet and won the Class C division of the WMC league. Lucy Olson ’26, Vivi Jenkins ’25, Anna Siegel ’24, Maeve Mechtenberg ’24, Grace Alexander ’26, and Leah Kramer ’25 made the WMC All Conference team.

Our golf team had a solid season that included the addition of three new team members. In the conference championship and state qualifier, both Oscar Twining ’23 and Henry Kerr ’23 qualified for the Class C state match. At the state championship, Twining shot an impressive 90, while Kerr finished with a solid score of 97.

The South Portland/Waynflete/Freeport co-op boys ice hockey team finished the season with a 12–9 record. They defeated the #4 seed Scarborough in the quarterfinal and the #1 seed Falmouth in the semis, ultimately falling to Thornton Academy 4–2 in the state championship. Goalie Jasper Curtis was selected as the Portland Forecaster Male Athlete of the Winter..

The Capeflete Riots girls ice hockey team finished the regular season with a 11–7 record, earning them the #3 seed for the tournament. They ultimately fell to the #2 seed Gorham 4–3 in overtime in the semifinals.

The 400 free relay boys swimming team placed first at Southwesterns. Wyatt Adams ’24 placed third in the 100 breast, Michael Marston ’26 placed third in the 200 IM, and Ty Davin ’23 placed third in the 100 free. The boys team placed 10th out of 19 teams at the Class B state meet. There were several top ten finishes: the boys placed seventh in the 400 free relay; Davin placed eighth in the 100 back and ninth in the 50 free.

The girls swimming team placed sixth in Southwesterns. Kestrel Linehan ’25 won the 100 back, and our relay team finished second in the medley relay. Six girls attended the Class B state meet at Colby and placed 12th out of 22 teams. At states, Kira Chown ’25 placed ninth in the 50 free, and the 400 free relay team placed 10th.

Boys varsity basketball completed the regular season with a record of 10–8 for 19-year-veteran coach Rich Henry. This was the first year that WMC teams competed against Mountain Valley Conference teams in the regular season. The Flyers split those MVC crossovers and beat Hall-Dale before falling to Boothbay. The #9 Flyers traveled to the #8 Madison Bulldogs for the preliminary round and fell 34–52, ending the season at 10–9. Matt Adey ’23 and Nico Kirby ’24 made the WMC First Team while Cole Isherwood ’23 made the All-Defensive team.

The Flyers girls basketball team ended the regular season with a record of 6–10 under coach Andrew Leach. The Flyers missed out on a tournament invitation by one-tenth of a point. Guard Lucy Hart ’24 made the WMC second team All-Conference as well as the All-Defensive team.

The girls Nordic team finished third at the WMC championship and at the state meet in Fort Kent. The team was selected by their opponents to receive the MPA Sportsmanship Award.

The boys Nordic team captured fourth place at the WMC championship and second place at the state meet. The team was also selected by their opponents to receive the MPA Sportsmanship Award.

Our two-person co-op indoor track team with Cheverus had a great showing at the Class A state meet. Bryan Stark-Chessa ’23 placed fifth with his 4x800 relay team and also placed fifth in the two-mile. Lucy Olson ’26 placed fifth in the 800 with a personal record of 2:29.

Porter Beaule ’25 was our lone alpine skier on the FalmouthWaynflete co-op team. The team placed first at the SMAA championship, where Beaule was second in the slalom and third in the giant slalom. The team placed second at the state meet.