WA Ghostwriter

The concept of growing up

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Jun 1, 2018

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Throughout my time at WA, answering this question has always been something I avoided. By the age of 18, people expect that I should have some idea of...

Capstone to help hearing impaired children

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Mar 19, 2018

Each year, senior year for WA’s twelfth grade is cut short. At the start of the fourth quarter, this year April 9th, the option to go on internship or do a capstone project becomes available to seniors....

GSA prepares for the approaching Day of Silence

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Mar 18, 2018

Westford Academy, through the initiative of and organization from the Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA), is preparing for its annual Day of Silence to occur on Wednesday, March 21. With this event, students...

Community Art Club: a happy medium between art and volunteering

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Feb 26, 2018

One of WA’s newest additions - Community Art Club - joined the network of clubs as of September 2017. The club, a happy medium between community service and traditional art, is different from the rest....

Girls’ Gymnastics performs strongly but falls to Newton-South

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Jan 19, 2018

WA Girls’ Gymnastics had a close meet against Newton-South on Thursday January 18 at 4 p.m. , with some high scoring routines and gymnasts. Scoring an overall 131.15 to Newton-South’s 134.75, WA lost...

Music shapes Carr’s past, present, and future

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Jan 17, 2018

One of WA’s most musically-oriented students, Brian Carr has carried his musical talent and passion with him for the majority of his 18 years. Introduced to music at a young age, Carr first learned to...

Snow Day Grader: January 4th

Chloe Morbelli, Arts & Entertainment Editor
Jan 4, 2018

Westford Academy’s snow day on Thursday, January 4, 2018 was the previous Wednesday’s topic of discussion. Teachers and students alike anticipated the day off as emails and news stories relating to...

Ghostwriter staff heads to Dallas for Texas-sized journalism

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Dec 5, 2017

Six members of the Ghostwriter Staff packed up shop and headed to Dallas, Texas on November 16-19, to attend the NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention. The conference was led by journalism...

HFH physically and personally benefits Westford

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Nov 1, 2017

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell (HFHGL) has recently extended into Westford, planning to build two affordable and eco-friendly homes. Having built previously in Westford during 2008, HFH is proud...

WA Spirit Rally fundraiser benefits Puerto Rican reparation effort

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Oct 23, 2017

Throughout spirit week, donation boxes were left out during all four lunches to collect funds for the hurricane victims of Puerto Rico. By donating money, students benefitted not only those in need but...

[Photo] WA Girls’ Volleyball defeats Lincoln-Sudbury

Mahi Kandage, Sports Editor
Oct 19, 2017

Hitters Elise Sepe and Elizabeth Arnold block

National politics under WA’s microscope

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Oct 9, 2017

Each of the Westford Academy’s 1,680 students walk the same halls and share the same classes. Although we learn from the same teachers and study the same material, our ideas and opinions are greatly...

Benvenuto Cecilia!

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Sep 28, 2017

A world traveler at just seventeen years old, Cecilia Versari has come to Westford Academy from Italy to experience what life is like as an American. For the 2017-2018 school year, Versari is a new addition...

WA combats student stress at Stanford

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Sep 26, 2017

From September 15-17, a small group of students, teachers, administration, and parents of Westford Academy took the 6 hour flight to Stanford, California. With a goal to help students’ mental health,...

Girls’ volleyball rallies for the win against AB

Chloe Morbelli, Arts Editor
Sep 14, 2017

On September 13, 2017, Westford Academy Girls' Volleyball had a lively game against its known rival, Acton-Boxborough. Being a tough competitor, AB created feelings of defeat in WA during the first...

Cancun takes a spin on Mexican

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Jun 12, 2017

The Ghostwriter recently visited Cancun Mexican Restaurant, a new addition to Chelmsford Center via the fall of 2016. Cancun is a cozy restaurant that offers a variety of Mexican dishes, for meat-eaters...

One to World opens up a world of possibilities in the classroom

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
May 30, 2017

Westford Academy has expanded its horizons in the world of technology, opening up the classroom to the computer screen. Starting in September of 2016, WA introduced a new program to its freshman class,...

Boys’ Volleyball rises and falls to Chelmsford

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
May 17, 2017

Westford Academy Boys’ Volleyball had a strong recovery but ended up losing to Chelmsford High School. Losing the first two sets, winning the second two, and going into a fifth set, the WA boys lost...

Photos: WA Softball falls short to rival AB

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Apr 30, 2017

Westford Academy Girls' Softball played rival school Acton-Boxborough for the first time this season, losing with a final score of 7-4. The home game took place on April 28. Being only half way into the...

Haute Coffee offers more than just coffee

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Apr 6, 2017

Haute Coffee, the perfect spot for a morning cup or an afternoon study session, is a hidden gem in Concord Center. With its charming decor and a range of breakfast and lunch foods, this shop offers far...

Westford Regional Art Event: A collaboration of creativity

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Apr 4, 2017

The annual Westford Regional Art Event invites local artists to display their work to the community and apply for awards for their creations. At the Parish Center for the Arts, all ages of artists ranging...

The NOW club delivers feminine products

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Mar 5, 2017

Westford Academy's National Organization for Women (NOW) Club has successfully started their drive for feminine products on February 28, 2017. With the help of Student Council, NOW has filled the female...

Beyond Animal Rights Club lends a helping hand

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Mar 3, 2017

Calling all animal lovers - WA’s newest club, Beyond Animal Rights Club (B. A. R. C.), gives students an excuse to play with canines while also giving back to the community. With a goal of making a difference...

A Mutually Beneficial Exchange

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Feb 14, 2017

High school students from Beijing, China have been given the opportunity to live the life of a typical American teenager for three weeks. Arriving on January 28, these students are assimilating to Westford...

WA Gymnastics scores high but falls short of win on Senior Night

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer
Feb 3, 2017

Westford Academy Girls’ Gymnastics came to the near end of the season with their last home meet against Newton South on February 2, 2017. The meet’s final score was 137.65 for WA, coming in second...