WA Ghostwriter

Video: the technology of chemistry

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. While exploring the new depth that technology will soon be taking in class is important, it...

Video: technology is vital to music department

Feb 3, 2014

How WA does technology: an in-depth look at the plan to revolutionize teaching at WA

Feb 3, 2014

Think Westford Academy has enough technology in the classroom? Think again. The next few years at WA may see the addition of iPads for every student and further emphasis on technology in education.

WA faces new advisory program

Jan 30, 2014

The double A day has been on the mind of students and teachers alike. Two editors covered the issue from different angles, getting the students, the teachers, and their own perspectives.

Video: Girls’ basketball 2014

Jan 21, 2014

The Westford Academy varsity girls basketball team has been working hard this season to succeed as a team. The connections that they have made throughout this year and past seasons keep their team united and allow them to play as a unified group.

Video: WA’s resolutions

Jan 15, 2014

By Charlotte Redman Staff Writer With the new year upon us, students from Westford Academy share their New Year's resolutions for 2014.

Video: WA’s Unsung Hero

Oct 30, 2013

By Charlotte Redman Staff Writer Tom Griffin is the new head custodian at Westford Academy. Griffin has worked as a custodian for 20 years, and recently moved to WA from Crisafulli Elementary School. His job includes various duties, such as unlocking the doors to the school in the morning and controlling...

Video: Follow the Leeber

Oct 30, 2013

By Abigail CiancioloEditor-In-Chief Junior Jack Leeber is a well-known face around Westford Academy. Leeber has multiple interests and activities, and is a very involved member of the WA community. Some of his duties include leading the Class of 2015 as president and Peer Counseling as vice president,...

Video: WA’s new school psychologist

Oct 30, 2013

By Andy Dunn Staff Writer Steve Cunha is the new school psychologist at Westford Academy. Cunha recently graduated from Boston University and grew up in Lynn, MA. This is his first time working in a school environment.

Video: Sra. Burnham Retires

Jun 20, 2013

By Lauren Cullen Multimedia Editor WA Spanish teacher Pat Burnham is set to retire at the end of this year. After many years teaching in the Westford Public School system, Burnham decided that it was time for her to retire.

Video: Sodersjerna joins Army

Jun 20, 2013

By Kathleen McAleese Features Editor Senior Ian Sodersjerna has made the decision to enlist in the United States Army following his graduation from Westford Academy. He always knew that this was something that he wanted to do.

Video: Gallant to Pursue Psychiatry

Jun 19, 2013

By Craig Brinkerhoff Staff Writer Westford Academy physics teacher Stephen Gallant began teaching at WA this year. It will also be his last year at WA, as he will be beginning his second residency in psychiatry immediately following the end of the school year.