WA Ghostwriter

Adderall here at WA

Feb 26, 2014

The use of prescription drugs in the United States has skyrocketed over the past few years. The Ghostwriter has investigated the use of these drugs at Westford Academy.

By Tim DeLouchrey Sports Liaison Students across the country consume illegal drugs every day. It is a significant problem that is likely never going to be stopped completely. However, that does not mean that the spread of these drugs can not be slowed down. Administration knows just as well...

Psychological effects of ADHD medication

Feb 26, 2014

By Victoria Walker Business Manager “I think if you ask college kids, they’ll say 'Adderall? That’s not even a drug,'” said WA Psychology teacher Sandra Whittemore on the subject of ADHD medication abuse among students. “So many kids who aren’t your stereotypical addicts are taking it...

ALICE: Students and teachers react

Feb 15, 2014

On Friday, WA Students and staff participated in the new ALICE training procedures. There were a variety of reactions from all of those involved.

Admirers’ Day raises questions

Feb 12, 2014

With the impending snowstorm, there are many questions surrounding Secret Admirer's Day.

WA to practice new security measures

Feb 10, 2014

On February 14, students at WA will be practicing the newly implemented ALICE security system. Students and parents have reacted to a presentation given on the matter this past Friday.

New test might be PARCCing at WA

Feb 4, 2014

The MCAS is an unavoidable occurrence for students in all Massachusetts public school systems, including Westford. However, that may change with the integration of a new assessment into Massachusetts schools over the next few years.

Antonelli plans to go one-to-one

Feb 3, 2014

By Craig Brinkerhoff Copy Editor This piece is a part of a series exploring how new technology will be changing how teaching is approached at WA. For the other pieces, see How WA Does Technology. The quiet buzz and subtle purr of computers can fill the empty space in the library at Westford...

DECA takes top spot at district conference

Jan 31, 2014

The WA DECA program took home top honors, winning an astonishing 105 out of 171 awards at the District V Conference on Thursday, January 30th.

WA dismisses unsuccessful teachers

Jan 28, 2014

Multiple new teachers hired early this year were let go soon after beginning teaching. This change in teachers has impacted both students and faculty at WA.

WA to compete on High School Quiz Show

Jan 24, 2014

Grab your popcorn and put on your thinking caps - High School Quiz Show is just around the corner, and this year they will be featuring Westford Academy as one of their teams.

The physical effects of Adderall

Jan 20, 2014

By Alok Ganguly Public Relations Students are under a lot of stress, due to academics, sports, and social needs. That's why when a large test is on the calender, or a major paper is due soon, some tend to take medications like Adderall and Ritalin in order to stay up the night before to crank...

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