High school students are no strangers to stress. Academic pressures, issues with friends, and after-school activities are the most common factors that can lead to stress. What matters most is that when stress does hit you, you are equipped with the knowledge to best handle it. Below are nine unique things...

At the end of October, the Westford Academy Student Council (STUCO) undergoes its busiest season, hosting multiple events, including the Fall Semi-Formal (formerly called Homecoming), Spirit Week, Spirit Rally, and its newest addition, Trunk or Treat. This year, STUCO hosted its third annual Trunk or...

As students re-adjust to another school year at WA, the pressures of school work become overwhelming all too easily. Especially as students advance to their junior and senior years, anyone can become susceptible to the effects of procrastination. One way students are able to improve their ability to...

There is an artist, song, or genre for everyone. Whether you are an avid music listener or a casual one, lyrics and melodies serve as identities unique to each person. While it can be easy to get used to the same playlist of trending songs, there is no better feeling than discovering a new artist whose...

With school almost over and soon to be an abundance of time on our hands, students will have more time on their hands. For many teenagers, binging TV shows on a streaming service is a popular way to spend time. Here are five different Netflix shows to watch this summer. 1. Manifest - 4 seasons - Supernatural,...

Now that summer is just around the corner and the weather is getting warmer, the time has almost come for us to be exempt from school and spend time under the sun. While soaking in those beautiful rays, here are ten must-read books to fill up your summer. These books can all be found at libraries nearby...

Many individuals love to listen to the same artists over and over again. However, it can become dull, and it is not easy to find artists whose music is similar to that which you like. As a result of the variety of artists and genres out there, many great artists are unknown to much of the public eye....

One of the many traditional Hindu festivals celebrated is Holi. Holi is the festival of colors, similar to Diwali, which is the festival of lights. Below are five facts you should know about Holi. The origin story. Hiranyakashipu, an evil king of Kasyapapuri, had a son named Prahlad. Hiranyakashipu...

In middle school it is normal to rely on your locker to store your materials. I remember decorating my locker and putting anything from snacks to markers in it. However in high school, locker usage is minimal. It is impractical to go from the science hallway upstairs, down to your locker to grab materials...

Transitioning from middle school to high school can be a nerve-wracking time for many students. However, while most students are anxious and overwhelmed about the responsibilities that lie ahead, this new phase in one’s life is also filled with adventure and excitement for what the future holds. Now...

As current eighth graders at both Stony Brook and Blanchard Middle Schools are preparing to enter high school, the Ghostwriter compiled a list of the top 10 things that students should do before leaving WA to help prepare them to make the most of their high school experience. By following this list,...

As an incoming freshman to WA, I was overwhelmed by the entire idea of high school, and especially by the wide array of options I had when it came to course selection. So here is a list of seven classes that new freshmen and any underclassman should be aware of while planning schedules. These classes...